Where Can You Adopt a Dog?
If you’ve been thinking about getting a dog, there’s no better time nor place than one of our local shelters during October, Adopt a Shelter Dog Month. Adopt a Shelter Dog Month is sponsored by the ASPCA.
October is also declared Adopt a Dog Month by the American Humane Society.
Now is the time!
The LKN area is blessed with well run shelters and equally well run rescue organizations. Here’s a list to get you started with your adoption.
Iredell County
Iredell County Animal Services and Control, Statesville
Lake Norman Animal Rescue, Mooresville
Ironstone Lane Rescue and Stables, Troutman
Mecklenburg County
Mecklenburg County Animal Care and Control, Charlotte
Catering to Cats and Dogs, Cornelius
Cornelius Animal Shelter, Cornelius
Cabarrus County
Cabarrus County Animal Control, Concord
Rowan County
Faithful Friends Animal Sanctuary, Salisbury
Lincoln County
Lincoln County Animal Services, Lincolnton
Humane Society of Lincoln County
Catawba County
Catawba County Animal Services, Newton
Humane Society of Catawba County, Hickory
You can find many purebred dogs as well as mixed breed dogs at your local shelters. You can find puppies, full grown dogs and seniors. The opportunities are endless for you and your family. If you want a specific breed you can also check out the multiple breed specific rescue organizations.
And…don’t forget. The shelters and rescues have lots of cats and kittens available too.
Happy shopping…er…ah…ADOPTING!!
We support pet adoption and offer a 10% discount on our pet sitting and dog walking services during the first 90 days of your pet’s adoption.
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