August 23, 2026
Covering Annandale, Bailey's Crossroads, Lincolnia, and Seven Corners in Fairfax County, Virginia

Tag: pets

Police arrest snake thieves

#animals, #crime, #larceny, #pets

Fairfax County Police have charged three suspects from Maryland with stealing reptiles from Petco stores in Annandale, Bailey’s Crossroads, and Groveton, the FCPD reported on Aug. 12. On May 21, two suspects stole four pythons from the Petco at 6612 Richmond Highway, the FCPD reports. Similar reptile thefts took place on May 23 at the … Continued

Parakeet found in Annandale

#animals, #pets

Is this your bird? A yellow parakeet was found on the corner of Carmine Street and Ravensworth Road in Annandale. The bird doesn’t have a band, but is very comfortable with people. It looks like he/she is missing a toe on the right foot, and is probably a year old or more. If this is … Continued

Donations sought for pet food pantry

#Mason District, #pets

When families face food insecurity, so do their pets. The Mason District Animal Welfare Advisory Alliance launched a pet food pantry to ensure vulnerable dogs and cats don’t go hungry. The group, formed by Mason Supervisor Andres Jimenez, has set up collection bins for wet and dry pet food at three locations: Related story: Mason … Continued

Enjoy an afternoon with the dogs

#community events, #pets

Dogs and their human companions are invited to a Dog Days of Summer event Saturday, July 19, 1-4 p.m., at Annandale’s Eileen Garnett Civic Space, 7200 Columbia Pike. Dogs will have fun running and playing on the great lawn, cooling off in the splash zones, testing their skills on an agility course, posing in the … Continued

Mason District Animal Welfare Alliance formed

#animals, #Mason District, #pets, #wildlife
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Supervisor Andres Jimenez has formed a Mason District Animal Welfare Alliance with local animal advocates to improve services for pets, wildlife, and companion animals. The group will work with his office, local agencies, nonprofits, and advocacy organizations “to advance county resources, policies, and programs that strengthen animal welfare and promote coexistence in both residential and … Continued

Dog grooming school opens in Annandale

#businesses, #education, #pets
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The Pawtiques dog grooming salon is now accepting students interested in a career as a dog groomer. The salon, at 4207 Tom Davis Drive in Annandale, has been certified as a dog grooming academy by the State Council for Higher Education for Virginia. The 460-hour, 16-week course includes hands-on and theoretical training covering grooming techniques, … Continued