New Hanover Sheriff's Office Animal Services Unit

06/12/2026

We are now refreshed and prepared for our new family. We invite you to stop by and greet us.

06/11/2026

06/11/2026

A520180
Approx 1 year old neutered male

This boy came to the shelter as a stray and nobody has came looking for him nor has even posted that they have been missing him. We highly suggest apartment living is not ideal for this boy as he is vocal. Overall he has been one happy boy, outgoing personality and does better with dogs that are not alpha/dominate.

Adoption hours are Monday-Friday 11:00-3:30 & Saturday 8:00-11:30. If you have another dog or kids at home, meet & greets are required.

06/11/2026

If you need to rehome your pet, we highly suggest you contact every single rescue that is listed in the Paw Prints Magazine, google search breed specific rescues, post on the dog/cat sites as there are several on social media, contact friends/family, etc.

https://www.pawprintsmagazine.com/

06/10/2026

Cowgirl & Luna would like to remind everyone that animal shelters experience an increase of over 60% in lost animals due to fireworks-related fear. Make sure you are prepared!

06/10/2026

A518008
Approx 2 year old spayed female

This girl was adopted and then 3 days later returned back to the shelter due to no fault of her own. Please keep in mind when you adopt that these animals need time to decompress and learn their new family, new home, etc. Overall this girl has been great with everyone that she has met, has been to doggy daycare which she did great there however she had been showing signs of mentally breaking with kennel stress prior to being adopted.

Adoption hours are Monday-Friday 11:00-3:30 & Saturday 8:00-11:30. If you have another dog or kids at home, meet & greets are required. Also if you rent, you must check with your leasing office first to make sure that you are allowed to have a dog and if they have any breed restrictions as many places have recently changed their pet policy.