FAUQUIER COUNTY, Va. — In a tale that’s part heartwarming and part perplexing, the Fauquier County Sheriff’s Office (FCSO) is investigating after six puppies were found abandoned at Vint Hill dog park.
Just after 6:30 AM on Wednesday, deputies responded to an unusual call from a concerned citizen, who happened to be an off-duty law enforcement officer. What they found at the park was six Doodle puppies, each under six months old and in good health but abandoned.
The puppies were promptly collected by FCSO Animal Control Unit deputies and taken to the Fauquier SPCA, where they will be cared for until the investigation concludes and any legal proceedings are finalized.
Abandoning animals in Virginia is no joke—it’s a Class 1 Misdemeanor, and with the Doodles’ sudden fame, the sheriff’s office is eager to track down the responsible party. In the meantime, the puppies are receiving care, and the Fauquier SPCA is preparing to put them up for adoption.
The case has sparked a flurry of social media activity, with many well-meaning citizens reaching out with offers to care for the pups and information about their potential abandonment. However, the FSPCA and Sheriff’s Office are asking for some space to manage the ongoing investigation effectively. They’re urging the public to refrain from calling or emailing about the puppies to avoid clogging up their lines and impeding their routine operations.
For those eager to offer a forever home to one of these sweet pups, keep an eye on the Fauquier SPCA website, which will be updated as soon as adoption details are available. In the meantime, those interested in adopting from the SPCA are encouraged to visit the shelter in person to pick up an application. The adoption process isn’t first-come, first-serve; rather, applications are reviewed and kept on file for six months.
While the Doodles’ story is unfolding, remember that many animals at the shelter are waiting for their new homes, too. Each has its own heartwarming tale and would be thrilled to find a loving family.
For tips or information about the investigation, or if you have any leads on who might have left these adorable puppies behind, the Fauquier County Sheriff’s Office is ready to hear from you at 540-347-3000.
