The Rowan County Animal Shelter has several animals waiting to be adopted and taken to a good home.
Dog: When his mother came up as a stray, the person who took her in did not expect to be taking in more than just the mother dog. Soon after this little boy and several others were born. Unfortunately, the person who took in Mom could not care for the entire litter and they had to be turned in to the shelter.
Cat: Even though he’s the size of a small dog, he is still a cat. His name is Bats and he is a neutered male that is free to adopt. Poor Bats became homeless when his owner passed away and all he really wants is someone to love him.
From rescued animals to those abandoned by owners who couldn’t afford them, and all others in between, the Animal Shelter has them all.
Adoption fees are $70, a downpayment for spay/neuter costs. The voucher can be used at any veterinarian’s office.
Before adopting any animal, a person must agree to take the pet to a veterinarian for an exam and spaying/neutering. If the animal isn’t already vaccinated for rabies, the person must agree to begin shots within three business days.
Rabies shots can be given as soon as the pet turns 4 months old.
The animal shelter isn’t equipped with a medical facility, and cannot administer any procedures or treatment.
A worker at the shelter will go over all information and gladly answer all questions from those adopting pets.
Want to view animals at the shelter? Kennel hours are Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 8:30-4:15 p.m.; Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:30 a.m.-noon, and Saturdays from 8-11:30 a.m.
To learn more about adopting a pet, call the shelter at 704-216-7768, or visit the shelter at 1465 Julian Road, Salisbury. You can also visit the shelter’s Web site at www.co.rowan.nc .us/animalshelter/.
Photos by Fran Pepper.