Cumberland County Animal Control Receives Recognition

For Immediate Release

July 3, 2025

Contact: Derek Stamey

County Administrator

Phone: (804) 492-3625

Email: dstamey@cumberlandcounty.virginia.gov

Cumberland VA – Cumberland County’s Animal Control department was recently recognized by the Best Friends Network for their efforts in making Cumberland’s Animal Shelter a “no-kill” shelter.  

The recognition is related to Cumberland County’s ability to maintain or achieve no-kill status and save rate of 90% during calendar year 2024.   Cumberland’s Animal Shelter achieved a 94% save rate combined for all cats and dogs during calendar year 2024.   Achieving a save rate of 90% can be challenging and requires a significant, organized, and coordinated effort between officers, shelter staff, and volunteers.

Best Friends Animal Society is a leading animal welfare organization dedicated to saving the lives of dogs and cats in America's shelters and making the entire country no-kill. Founded in 1984, Best Friends runs lifesaving facilities and programs nationwide in partnership with more than 5,000 shelters and rescue organizations.  Their website can be found at http://www.bestfriends.org.

Cumberland County’s Animal Shelter and Animal Control Offices are located at 11 Range Road, Cumberland, VA 23040.   Operating Hours are Monday through Friday 8:30 am to 4:30 pm.  Phone number is (804) 492-3076.  County website can be accessed at https://cumberlandcounty.virginia.gov/160/Animal-Control.

The Animal Shelter’s Facebook page may be accessed at https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100087871720323.

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