Archives: Animal Control

Henrico Animal Control: Skunk tests positive for rabies in Glen Allen

Two dogs who were exposed to the animal are being quarantined and expected to be okay.

Injured deer goes on rampage at Short Pump Town Center

The deer smashed a car windshield in before bolting through the outdoor mall’s outdoor corridors.

Rabid raccoon attacks pot-bellied pigs off River Road

Henrico Police report the county’s 12th positive rabies case of the year.

Bill gives officers more options, dogs more chances

A bill giving animal control officers flexibility in dealing with livestock-injuring dogs is heading to the desk of Gov. Terry McAuliffe for signature, after passing the Senate unanimously this past week.

Chickens cometh to Chesterfield

Longtime petitioners for chicken ownership are celebrating the coop d’etat.