Caldwell County Animal Care Enforcement Division

Beginning in 1997 in the garden of its founders, Toni and Ed Davis, Friends for Animals the Humane Society of Burke County eventually relocated to the adoption facility in 2003. One of the biggest no-kill shelters in Western North Carolina now exists thanks to the organization.

Reuniting these animals with their owners is our first priority. All adoptable animals should be placed in acceptable homes or sent to rescue organizations where they can be adopted if they are not returned to their owners.

The animal control officer collaborates closely with other organizations that provide animal services, such as Burke Friends for Animals and the Burke County Sheriff's Office Animal Shelter (Humane Society of Burke County).

The goal of HSCC is to advance animal welfare in our neighborhood by offering homeless pets a place to stay and compassionate care. We also lead the way in our area for low-cost spay/neuter programs, animal welfare awareness campaigns, and adoption services.

Numerous fresh stray dogs and cats continue to fill our shelter to capacity. Please take into account adopting a homeless animal from our shelter if you're looking for a new pet.

The Watauga Humane Society was established on December 12th, 1969, to provide shelter, care, and adoption services for stray, unwanted, and abandoned animals. Since then, we have thankfully expanded to fulfill the demands of Watauga County's residents and animals. To maximize our efforts to save lives, we joined with Watauga County Animal Care and Control in 2011 and built a new facility. Since 1979, we have held our 501(c)(3) status, making all donations to WHS tax deductible.