What Should You Do if Your Pet is Bitten

  1. Wash the wound(s) thoroughly with warm soapy water and contact your doctor or veterinarian.
  2. Make note of the location of the incident and provide as many details possible of the animal (ex: species, breed, size, if the animal had a collar).
  3. Call the local BRHD EH office.  During evenings and weekends call the Charlottesville office at 434-972-6219.

If you have questions or concerns please contact your local EH office.

Local Sherriff Departments* Local EH Offices
Charlottesville/Albemarle 434-977-9041 Charlottesville/Albemarle 434-972-6219
Fluvanna 434-589-8211 Fluvanna 434-591-1965
Greene 434-985-2222 Greene 434-985-2262
Louisa 540-967-1234 Louisa 540-967-3707
Nelson 434-263-7050 Nelson 434-263-4297
* When you call the above number ask for Animal Control. Nights/Weekends 434-972-6219
Last Updated: January 21, 2026