Rowan County Animal Shelter

Rowan County Animal Shelter is a municipal shelter located in Salisbury, NC. We are committed to protecting animals while working to promote a harmonious atmosphere between the animals and residents of our county.

We offer adoption services for pets in need of loving homes. View adoptable pets on Petfinder or through our spreadsheet. Adoption waiting lists are also available.

Rowan County Animal Services has been recognized by Best Friends Animal Society for meeting the No Kill benchmark in 2024, a testament to our dedicated staff and community support!

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for updates. For weekend or after-hours animal emergencies, please call 911.