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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

Pets at shelters & rescues near Forsyth County Animal Control

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1027 Speaks St,
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We'll also keep you updated on Kenai's adoption status with email updates.
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Kenai

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 4 mos
Winston Salem, NC
We'll also keep you updated on Lucy's adoption status with email updates.
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Lucy

Domestic Mediumhair

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

American Shorthair

Female, 2 mos
Winston Salem, NC
We'll also keep you updated on Murphy's adoption status with email updates.
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Murphy

Labrador Retriever

Male, 6 mos
Salisbury, NC
We'll also keep you updated on Cassidy's adoption status with email updates.
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Cassidy

Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier

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

American Pit Bull Terrier/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 6 mos
Summerfield, NC

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