The Rowan County Animal Shelter has several animals waiting to be adopted and taken to a good home.
Dog:Cookie is a 2-year-old rat terrier/Chihuahua mix that was turned in by her owner when her owner became ill with cancer. Along with Cookie came her six puppies that are just as precious. The entire family will be available for adoption Jan. 20. Cat: This gorgeous female Siamese mix and her kittens were turned in to the shelter after they were found to be homeless. They are all extremely loving and would make a wonderful addition to someone’s home.
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 down payment 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 four 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 Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:15 p.m.; Tuesday and Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to noon, and Saturday 8a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
To learn more about adopting a pet, call 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.