Beaverdam Kennels

Animal Shelter

Terrell, NC

Beaverdam Kennels provides customized retriever training and boarding in Terrell, North Carolina, with 80 climate-controlled indoor runs.

  • hunting retriever training
  • field or competition hunt-test preparation
  • customized training plans for Labrador retrievers, golden retrievers, and Boykin spaniels

Gunslinger Kennels

Animal Shelter

Claremont, NC

Gunslinger Kennels breeds American Bulldogs, including multiple NKC National Champions and dogs with documented OFA health clearances.

  • American Bulldog puppies
  • Buyers seeking standard-type American Bulldogs
  • Homes wanting dogs bred for show, sport, hunting, or family companionship

Humane Society of Catawba County

Animal Shelter

Newton, NC

Humane Society of Catawba County provides adoption-ready dogs and cats with veterinary care, microchips, vaccinations, and spay/neuter services.

  • adopting dogs or cats
  • adopting an animal with included veterinary preparation
  • low-cost spay/neuter

Rescue Tails Animal Sanctuary

Animal Shelter

Hickory, NC

Rescue Tails Animal Sanctuary, founded in 2023, rehabilitates retired farm animals and horses rescued from kill-pens in Hickory, North Carolina.

  • Supporting rescued farm animals through symbolic sponsorship
  • Helping horses rescued from kill-pens
  • Volunteering with a sanctuary that accepts applicants of various ages with required consent and training

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FAQ

What is included in an adoption fee at the Humane Society of Catawba County?

The fee includes spay/neuter, vaccinations, rabies vaccination, deworming, microchipping, and a health exam.

Does the Humane Society of Catawba County euthanize animals for space?

Its stated policy is not to euthanize animals for space and to keep them until the right family is found.

Where can I get low-cost spay/neuter or vaccines in Catawba County?

The Humane Society operates a low-cost spay/neuter clinic and offers low-cost vaccines and wellness care at The Pat Anderson Center.

Where can I support rescued horses or farm animals near Hickory?

Rescue Tails Animal Sanctuary rehabilitates retired farm animals and horses rescued from kill-pens, provides permanent homes, and offers symbolic animal sponsorships.