Gaston County Animal Care and Enforcement

Animal shelter in Gastonia, North Carolina

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1491 Business Park Court, Gastonia, NC 28052

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Adoptable Pets at Gaston County Animal Care and Enforcement

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Valerie

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 2 yrs 1 mo

Gastonia, NC

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N/A
Size
(when grown) -
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No Details Provided
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60834796

Pomeranian

Male, 1 yr

Gastonia, NC

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Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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Pringles

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Male, 2 yrs

Gastonia, NC

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N/A
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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No Details Provided
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Gigi

German Shepherd Dog

Female, 10 mos

Gastonia, NC

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N/A
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
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No Details Provided
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King Kon

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 4 mos

Gastonia, NC

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N/A
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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No Details Provided
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Lilly

Chihuahua

Female, 4 yrs 6 mos

Gastonia, NC

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N/A
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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No Details Provided
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Bitsy

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Female, 2 yrs

Gastonia, NC

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N/A
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
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No Details Provided
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Cheez-It

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Female, 2 yrs

Gastonia, NC

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N/A
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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No Details Provided
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Bella

Australian Cattle Dog

Female, 2 yrs 1 mo

Gastonia, NC

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N/A
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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Shelter FAQs

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

Adoption steps

  1. Visit the Facility and Find a Pet
  2. Submit Application
    1. Veterinary references will be verified prior to adoption and landlord approval, if applicable.
  3. Meet the Pet
  4. Sign Adoption Contract
  5. Pay Fee
    1. Adoption fee is $90 for dogs and $75 for cats
  6. Take the Pet Home
    1. Pets can be taken home after spay/neuter surgeries have been completed

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.