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Gaston County Animal Care and Enforcement

Animal shelter in Gastonia, NC

Gaston County Animal Care and Enforcement was established to provide for the health and safety of citizens and protect them from animals and the threat of animals. The mission of Animal Care and Enforcement is not only to enhance the safety of citizens, but also to ensure the proper care and treatment of animals. This is accomplished through animal-related services which reflect our professionalism and a concern for responsible pet ownership.

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1491 Business Park Court
Gastonia, NC 28052
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1491 Business Park Court

Gastonia, NC 28052

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Adoptable pets at Gaston County Animal Care and Enforcement

We'll also keep you updated on Gunner's adoption status with email updates.
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Gunner

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 2 mos
Gastonia, NC

Shelter FAQs

Gaston County: Belmont, Bessemer City, Cherryville, Dallas, Gastonia, McAdenville, Mount Holly, Ranlo, Lowell, Stanley

  • 1. Visit the Facility and Find a Pet
  • 2. Submit Application
  • 3. Meet the Pet
  • 4. Sign Adoption Contract
  • 5. Pay Fee
  • 6. Take the Pet Home

Additional adoption info

In an effort to promote the adoption of healthier animals and to help reduce the number of unwanted litters, Gaston County Animal Care and Enforcement and the Gaston County veterinarians have agreed to an ADOPTION/MEDICAL CONTRACT for adopted shelter pets to achieve these goals.

For an adoption fee of $90 for canines and $75 for felines, the adopted pet will receive the following services from a
participating Gaston County veterinarian:
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-Routine physical exam
-Worm check & deworming
-Heartworm check (dogs)
-First set of vaccinations only if not given prior by GCACE

Dogs receive (DHLPP): distemper, hepatitis, leptospirosis, parvo, & parainfluenza

Cats receive (FVRCP): feline vaccination, rhinotrachetis,
calici, & panleukopena

-Rabies vaccination
-One year license tag
-Mandatory spay or neuter

Adoption Prices:
$90 Canines
$75 Felines
We offer discounted adoption prices for senior citizens and veterans.

Pets at shelters & rescues near Gaston County Animal Care and Enforcement

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Humane Society of Concord & Greater Cabarrus County

2010 Wilshire Court SW, Princeton's Meow: 29 Brookwood Avenue NE,
Concord, NC 28025

We'll also keep you updated on Zena's adoption status with email updates.
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Zena

Mastiff

Female, Young
Lancaster, SC
We'll also keep you updated on Brody's adoption status with email updates.
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Brody

Great Pyrenees

Male, 9 yrs 8 mos
Waxhaw, NC
We'll also keep you updated on URGENT! Cleo's adoption status with email updates.
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URGENT! Cleo

American Shorthair

Female, Adult
Charlotte, NC
We'll also keep you updated on Ivy's adoption status with email updates.
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Ivy

German Shepherd Dog/Beagle

Female, Young
Charlotte, NC
We'll also keep you updated on Oliver's adoption status with email updates.
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Oliver

Golden Retriever

Male, 1 yr 1 mo
Spartanburg, SC
We'll also keep you updated on Ginny B210's adoption status with email updates.
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Ginny B210

Labrador Retriever/Hound (Unknown Type)

Female, 11 mos
Morganton, NC

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