Effective January 1, 2025, the Brandywine Valley SPCA (BVSPCA) will provide animal control services in the District on behalf of DC Health. As the District's contractor, the BVSPCA is responsible for the following:
Animal field services
Complaint investigations
Dangerous dog investigations
Please call BVSPCA at (202) 888-PETS. Our officers are responsible for investigating all animal bites that occur in the District.
If you see an animal walking erratically (in circles, unsteady) or extreme lethargy, DO NOT approach the animal and call us immediately at (202) 888-PETS.
BVSPCA and DC Health will continue to partner with City Wildlife to ensure that wild animals receive the appropriate care. If you find a sick or injured wild animal, please call City Wildlife at (202) 882-1000 every day, 9 am - 5 pm. During off hours or for issues involving other wildlife (bears, deer, foxes, raccoons & bats), please call BVSPCA at (202) 888-PETS.
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