Surry County Animal Shelter

In 2005, The Shelter initially became accessible. Our facility has 21 dog kennels, 3 outdoor dog kennels, 21 cat kennels, an isolation/quarantine room with space for 20 more cats or 6 more dogs, and the "Catty Shack," an area for adoptable cats with space for 12 cats.

Our little, rural sanctuary is brimming with gorgeous, adoptable animals. Come on by and get your brand-new best pal!

In regards to responsible pet ownership, the Forsyth County Sheriff's Office Animal Service Division offers services to county residents. Animal welfare, cruelty, neglect, and rabies enforcement are all regulated by the Animal Service Officers under NC State law and Forsyth County ordinances. To ensure the happiness and safety of our furry friends, we also collaborate with numerous animal welfare organizations.

The Humane Society of Wilkes is a volunteer-run, autonomous 501(c)(3) organization with a mission to lessen the number of companion animals that are abandoned, unwanted, and mistreated in Wilkes County, North Carolina.

A stray animal must be kept by us for at least 72 hours. Many lost pets that are found without tags and are not adoptable are put to death. Each year, the Animal Shelter gets more than 6,000 impounds. It is impossible to find loving and caring homes for all of them.

Forsyth County is resuming control of the cats and dogs at the County Shelter on April 1st, as Forsyth County Manager Dudley Watts said in a media release yesterday at 4:25pm.