Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Animal Welfare & Adoption Services
Founded in 1971, the Humane Society of Catawba County (HSCC) has dedicated over five decades to advancing animal welfare through compassionate care, adoption services, and community education. Our mission centers on reducing pet overpopulation via low-cost spay/neuter programs, vaccine clinics, and educational initiatives. In 2007, we opened The Pat Anderson Center for Animal Adoption and Humane Education, a no-kill shelter serving as the countys sole nonprofit companion animal service organization. Our team of experienced veterinarians, adoption counselors, and volunteers has placed thousands of animals into loving homes while offering critical resources like pet food assistance and feral cat management.HSCCs expertise in animal health and population control is evidenced by partnerships with national organizations like Humane Alliance, which informed our clinics design to reduce euthanasia rates by 60% in similar communities. We maintain authoritativeness through transparent operations, public reporting, and collaborations with local governments to address animal welfare challenges. Our trustworthiness is reinforced by rigorous medical protocols, client education, and a commitment to ethical practices that prioritize animal and community well-being.
Services
Adoption Services
Spay/Neuter Clinics
Vaccine Clinics
Pet Food Pantry
Grooming Services
Community Cat Program
Owner Surrender Assistance
Grant Programs
Microchipping
Wellness Clinics
Details
- Year established: 1971
Highlights and features
- We operate the only no-kill animal shelter in Catawba County with over 50 years of community service.
- Our low-cost spay/neuter clinics prevent thousands of unwanted litters annually using industry-leading protocols.
- We offer comprehensive pet support programs including food assistance, vaccinations, and grooming services.
- Our team includes certified veterinarians and adoption specialists with decades of combined animal welfare experience.
- We maintain transparent operations with public reporting on adoption rates, euthanasia policies, and financial accountability.
What people say
Wonderful organization
Low-cost spay/neuter programs
Best additions to our family
Fostering experience
Professional staff
Services
Spay/Neuter Clinics
Our spay/neuter clinics provide affordable surgical sterilization for cats, dogs, and rabbits to combat pet overpopulation. Services include pre-surgical health checks, pain management, and post-operative care instructions. Veterinarians use modern techniques to ensure safety and comfort, with pricing based on animal weight and complexity. This program has sterilized thousands of animals annually since 2007.
Adoption Services
We offer comprehensive adoption services featuring microchipped, vaccinated, and spayed/neutered cats and dogs. Our adoption counselors conduct compatibility assessments to ensure proper pet-owner matches. All animals receive medical screening and behavioral evaluations before adoption, with post-adoption support available for new owners.
Vaccine Clinics
Low-cost curbside vaccine clinics protect pets against rabies, distemper, bordetella, and other diseases. Services include rabies certification, heartworm testing, and microchipping. Clinics operate Monday-Friday with flexible scheduling options and pricing starting at $10 for core vaccines.
Pet Food Pantry
This program provides temporary pet food aid to financially struggling families to prevent surrenders. Eligible applicants receive monthly food distributions after submitting proof of need. Participants must maintain current vaccinations and spay/neuter status for their pets, with 8 annual distributions available.
Grooming Services
Professional grooming includes baths, brush-outs, trims, and full haircuts for dogs and cats. Services are available Saturdays at our Hickory location with packages ranging from basic hygiene trims to full styling. All pets must have current vaccinations, with deposits required to secure appointments.
People
Ryleigh Dague
Director of Marketing
Leads HSCC's outreach initiatives with over a decade of animal welfare experience, connecting community resources to support adoption and spay/neuter programs.
True Young
Animal Services Supervisor
Manages daily shelter operations with 15+ years in animal care, specializing in adoption counseling and owner education programs.
Dr. Jenna Adams
Shelter Veterinarian
Provides medical oversight for all shelter animals, implementing health protocols and surgical standards developed through 12 years of shelter medicine practice.
Monica Shields
Lead Adoption Counselor
Facilitates pet-owner matches using behavioral assessments, drawing on 8 years of adoption counseling experience to ensure successful placements.
Davis Bryant
Volunteer Coordinator
Organizes volunteer programs supporting shelter operations, leveraging 5 years of community engagement experience to optimize volunteer contributions.
Questions
What adoption services do you offer?
We provide cat and dog adoptions with pre-screened, vaccinated, and spayed/neutered animals. Our counselors assist with pet-owner matching and offer post-adoption support resources.
Do you offer financial assistance for spay/neuter services?
Yes, we administer grant programs like The Gracie Project and Sand & Clay Project offering discounted surgeries for qualifying pet owners.
What vaccine clinic hours are available?
Curbside clinics operate Monday-Friday 9 AM-1:30 PM and Friday 9 AM-3:30 PM with online appointment scheduling available.
How can I access pet food assistance?
Applicants must submit proof of financial hardship through our online portal and schedule monthly pick-ups during approved time slots.
Are grooming services available for cats?
Yes, cat grooming is offered on a case-by-case basis with advance scheduling required and current vaccination documentation mandatory.
Reviews (7)
Carrie Nivens
May 30, 2022
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I adopted a pet from the humane society on a Saturday. The process was smooth and took roughly an hour. I had questioned if the animal had been treated for fleas and the answer was yes. We were told the animal we had chosen was "finicky". So we sat and played with him for roughly 45 mins and decided that we wanted him. Paperwork completed and we were on our way home. We get home and he acclimates to our home nicely.
He required lots of reassurance (typical for a rescue). During a petting he out of nowhere attacked myself and my husband, biting us both repeatedly. Long story short, they shouldn't have adopted out an animal with such aggression problems and I found out that he did have fleas. Better vetting could be done on their animals.
He required lots of reassurance (typical for a rescue). During a petting he out of nowhere attacked myself and my husband, biting us both repeatedly. Long story short, they shouldn't have adopted out an animal with such aggression problems and I found out that he did have fleas. Better vetting could be done on their animals.
Jennifer Googe
May 18, 2022
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Got my cat fixed here last week - my other cat had bit her so they called and asked if I wanted to get her a shot to prevent infection. Incision looks great and cat seems no worse for wear. Also got my dog here, and he is the greatest Australian Shepherd to ever exist. Ten thumbs up.
Anne Allison
Mar 22, 2022
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Rescue re-tail is upscale thrift! Newly opened and managed by the catawba humane society it should be on your list of places to visit. Ths shop is well done with great displays, helpful staff and treasures for everyone. You are helping our animals with every purchase. Check them out and purchase a treasure for yourself and a treat for your furbaby at the same time.
Layla Wisegirl
Mar 19, 2022
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When I was younger my got me a Himalayan cat named Koi from the Humane Society and she was so sweet. They do a great job at taking care of the animals there. I'm currently look for an orange kitten at the moment. :
Austin Furman
Jan 28, 2022
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This is the absolute worst humane society I have ever been to, or seen in my life. The hoops I had to jump through to even get an appointment to look at a puppy is ridiculous. Now after getting my puppy we had to come back for one shot scheduled at 3pm but the have one vet tech and scheduled 5 others for the same time. Can you say unprofessional and I considerate because now I'm going to be sitting here for over an hour when I had a set appointment. go to the charlotte humane society they are so much better:
Cy Cy
Jan 23, 2022
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Cheddar is a fan of the team at humane society! Seems like he never wants to come back home with me when we go to get his shots! He loves his toy car!
Joyce Wilson
Jan 09, 2022
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We had to surrender our dog that was 2 years old because we live in an apartment complex and we got wrote up because he barked while we were gone. The neighbors complained. They took him in and we found a new home me him and he was only there a few days. Really nice place and people.
