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Humane Society of Wilkes

Certified Partner

Animal rescue in North Wilkesboro, NC

The Humane Society of Wilkes is an independent, 501(c)(3), volunteer organization dedicated to reducing the number of homeless, unwanted, and neglected companion animals in Wilkes County, NC. We support pet owners and prospective owners with programs that promote adoption and spay/neuter and services that provide information and resources to the community.

The Humane Society of Wilkes also works closely with Wilkes County Animal Services and local veterinarians to help prevent suffering and improve the quality of life for animals in Wilkes County.

The HSOW welcomes new members: https://www.humanesocietyofwilkes.org/members Donations can be made online at https://www.humanesocietyofwilkes.org/support/donationsor may be mailed to Humane Society of Wilkes, P. O. Box 306, North Wilkesboro, NC 28659.

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Address
P.O. Box 306
North Wilkesboro, NC 28659
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Adoptable pets at Humane Society of Wilkes

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

Chihuahua

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

Labrador Retriever

Female, 9 mos
North Wilkesboro, NC
We'll also keep you updated on Misha's adoption status with email updates.
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Misha

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 4 mos
North Wilkesboro, NC
We'll also keep you updated on Scooter's adoption status with email updates.
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Scooter

Chihuahua

Male, 10 yrs 3 mos
North Wilkesboro, NC
We'll also keep you updated on Maxwell's adoption status with email updates.
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Maxwell

Domestic Mediumhair

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

Domestic Longhair

Male, 2 mos
North Wilkesboro, NC
We'll also keep you updated on Collin's adoption status with email updates.
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Collin

Domestic Shorthair

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

Chihuahua

Male, 2 yrs 4 mos
North Wilkesboro, NC

Rescue FAQs

Wilkes County, NC
We can approve out-of-area adoptions; the adopter responsible for transportation

  • 1. Submit Application
  • 2. Approve Application
  • 3. Meet the Pet

Additional adoption info

Dogs and puppies are $150. Kittens and cats are $80. The adoption fee includes vet exam, first set of vaccines, microchipping, Feline Leukemia test for cats, Heartworm test for dogs. Also, includes rabies vaccine and spay/neuter at appropriate age. A completed and approved adoption application is required before meetings are arranged. The foster home is responsible for approving adoptions.

Adoption application

https://www.humanesocietyofwilkes.org/adopt/application

Pets at shelters & rescues near Humane Society of Wilkes

The Cats' Cradle

PO Box 1915,
Morganton, NC 28680

All for the Animals

Lenoir, NC 28645

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

American Shorthair

Male, Young
Boone, NC
We'll also keep you updated on Duke's adoption status with email updates.
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Duke

Treeing Walker Coonhound

Male, 4 mos
Mooresville, NC
We'll also keep you updated on Lacey's adoption status with email updates.
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Lacey

Labrador Retriever/Corgi

Female, Adult
Mount Airy, NC
We'll also keep you updated on Cher's adoption status with email updates.
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Cher

Domestic Shorthair

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

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 8 mos
Mooresville, NC
We'll also keep you updated on Bell's adoption status with email updates.
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Bell

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 8 mos
Winston-Salem, NC

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