2 Dogs Found In Fairfax City Waiting To Be Reclaimed

City of Fairfax police found two small dogs walking together in the city on Sunday.

Fairfax City Police Find Lost Dog And Cat: How To Reclaim Your Pets

An adult male tabby and a Great Pyrenees were found wandering near Mosby Woods and Fairfax Boulevard on Saturday.

2025 National Dog Day Gallery: Patch's Parade Of Pooches

Patch invited readers to share photos of their four-legged friends to help celebration National Dog Day on Tuesday.

National Dog Day 2025: Share Photos Of Your Fairfax City Pups

National Dog Day is just around the corner. Fairfax City dog lovers can share their pooch's picture with Patch readers.

Midnight Meeting Of Fox, Flying Squirrel In Fairfax Caught On Video

Flying squirrel and fox have a brief midnight encounter outside a reporter's home in Fairfax early Monday morning.

Meet The 14 Dogs From Virginia Competing In Puppy Bowl 21

Fourteen dogs from animal rescues and shelters around Virginia will be partcipating in Sunday's Puppy Bowl XXI.

Andy's Pizza Brings 2 Slices And Drink For $10 Deal To Fairfax City

Andy's Pizza officially opened its ninth location Friday in Fairfax City's Point 50 shopping center on Fairfax Boulevard.

Paws In The Park Adoption Event Hosted By Fairfax Woofie's

Ten Northern Virginia animal rescues will be participating in Saturday's Paws in the Park adoption event at Wolf Trap Farm Park In Vienna.

2024 National Cat Lady Day Gallery: Meet Fairfax City's Fine Felines

Patch invited the cat lovers in our audience to share photos of their beloved felines to celebrate 2024 National Cat Lady Day.

Calling All Cat Ladies In Fairfax: Share Photos Of Your Feline Friends

Patch is no longer collecting submissions for the National Cat Lady Day photo gallery.​

Flying Squirrel Caught On Video Visiting Fairfax Home Early Wednesday

A security camera at a home north of Fairfax City captured the blurry image of a flying squirrel making a late-night visit

National Dog Day Gallery 2023: Meet The Pets Of Fairfax City

Patch asked its readers in Fairfax City to share photos of their beloved canine buddies to celebrate National Dog Day on Saturday.

National Dog Day 2023: Send Patch Pics Of Your Fairfax City Pups

National Dog Day is this Saturday. Here's how Fairfax City dog lovers can get their pooch's picture shared in a Patch story.

Missing Bearded Dragon Reunited With Owner Thanks To Fairfax Police

After a week-long adventure, a missing bearded dragon named for a famous pirate's wife was reunited with her owner on Wednesday.

Adopt A Shelter Pet Day: These Cats And Dogs Need Homes In Fairfax

Fairfax County Animal Shelter has seen nearly a 25 percent increase in animal intakes for the first quarter of 2023 compared to last year.

16 Beagles Rescued From Breeding Facility Arrive At Fairfax Shelter

Fairfax County Animal Shelter received 16 beagles rescued in July from the Envigo​ breeding facility in Cumberland, Virginia.

Fairfax Pets On Wheels Seeks Volunteers

If you have a lovable dog, cat, or bunny that would enjoy putting a smile on someone’s face, consider becoming a FPOW pet visitation team.

International Dog Day Celebrated By Fairfax Dog Lovers

Patch asked our readers to submit photos of their favorite pooches to celebrate International Dog Day.

International Cat Day Celebrated By Fairfax Cat Lovers

Patch asked readers to submit photos of their feline friends in honor of International Cat Day on Sunday.

Pandemic Pups: Adopting A Dog Amid COVID-19 In Fairfax City

Wednesday is National Dog Day, and an increasing number of Americans are turning to furry friends during the coronavirus pandemic.

Dogs And Fireworks Don't Mix: Safety Tips For Fairfax Dog Owners

More dogs disappear July 4-5 than on any other days of the year. Fireworks that have been popping since the pandemic began make it worse.

Trademark, Animal Cruelty Concerns Stoked By Chantilly Pet Store

A former Petland store manager who is facing animal cruelty charges is managing a new Chantilly store that will sell puppies.

NoVA Animal Rescue Stories From 2019 That Will Warm Your Hearts

Animal welfare advocates are noticing a change in people's attitudes toward pet adoption: More focus on personality than age or health.

Cat Adoption Event Planned Saturday In Fairfax City

Ready to add a four-legged feline to your family? Fairfax City's Animal Control division will host an adoption event at Pet Supplies Plus.

Clear The Shelters Day: Adopt A Dog Or Cat In Fairfax City

Animal shelters across the country, including Pets Bring Joy of NoVA, are participating in Clear the Shelters Day Saturday, Aug 17.

Animal Adoption Event Saturday In Fairfax City

Looking for something to take your mind off the extreme heat? You might think about adopting a pet this weekend in Fairfax City.

Help Dogs Beat The Heat In Fairfax City

Given the extreme we've been experiencing the past couple of weeks, a Fairfax City official has some tips about how to keep your dogs safe.