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Forsyth County Animal Control

Animal shelter in Winston-Salem, NC

Our vision is that most of the animals that will come to Forsyth County Animal Shelter will leave the shelter alive through adoption, transfer, or being reunited with their owners after being lost.

Contact visit our shelter or apply online
Address
5570 Sturmer Park Circle
Winston-Salem, NC 27105
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5570 Sturmer Park Circle

Winston-Salem, NC 27105

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Adoptable pets at Forsyth County Animal Control

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Shelter FAQs

Forsyth County lost and found pets only

Additional adoption info

If you are ready to adopt, fill out the following an application at https://www.co.forsyth.nc.us/AnimalShelter/available.html
Email shelter@forsyth.cc for current fees.

Adoption application

https://www.co.forsyth.nc.us/AnimalShelter/available.html

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