Foothills Humane Society

06/25/2025

📢Today's Dog Feature:
✨Tucker!

Tucker is a wonderful boy who is absolutely adored by the employees and volunteers here at Foothills Humane Society. He's well behaved, house trained, walks well on leash, and is good with other dogs. He's plush like a stuffed animal with ears like a teddy bear, his big smile and expressive eyebrows make him an endearing dog that's easy to connect with.
Tucker is a clever and intuitive boy, he's observant and does very well in our doggy training classes. For fun he likes to chase tennis balls and dunk his feet into the pool. Tucker may be weary of new people, but that's okay! It makes it all the more rewarding when he warms up to you. This dog is well rounded and would make a great addition to any home.

If you're interested in adopting with us, give us a call at the number below, or stop on by during our operating hours.
📞(828) 863-4444
📍989 Little Mountain Road Columbus NC

06/25/2025

FOUND PET: RETURNED TO OWNER****
This pet will be on stray hold for 72 hours (expires 06/28/2025). If not reclaimed within this period, Foothills Humane Society will assume ownership.
If you believe this pet is yours, please provide proof of ownership by:
-Emailing [email protected] OR
-Messaging us on Facebook OR
-Calling us at (828) 863-4444
Proof of ownership includes:
-Microchip number, AND/OR
-Several photos of the pet over time, AND/OR
-Veterinarian records with the pet's name, description, owner's name and address, and vaccination history, AND/OR
-Specific details about the pet (e.g., name, breed, size/weight, unique markings, s*x, spay/neuter status)
To reclaim your pet, proof of current rabies vaccination is required (per NCGS 130a-185):
-A rabies certificate with a valid date, OR
-Veterinarian records showing vaccination history with a valid date
*Note: A rabies tag alone is NOT proof of vaccination.
If your pet is NOT up to date on rabies, we can administer the vaccine here for $15 and you will be able to reclaim.

06/25/2025

FOUND PETS: Found at Tryon Equestrian Center
This pet will be on stray hold for 72 hours (expires 06/28/2025). If not reclaimed within this period, Foothills Humane Society will assume ownership.
If you believe this pet is yours, please provide proof of ownership by:
-Emailing [email protected] OR
-Messaging us on Facebook OR
-Calling us at (828) 863-4444
Proof of ownership includes:
-Microchip number, AND/OR
-Several photos of the pet over time, AND/OR
-Veterinarian records with the pet's name, description, owner's name and address, and vaccination history, AND/OR
-Specific details about the pet (e.g., name, breed, size/weight, unique markings, s*x, spay/neuter status)
To reclaim your pet, proof of current rabies vaccination is required (per NCGS 130a-185):
-A rabies certificate with a valid date, OR
-Veterinarian records showing vaccination history with a valid date
*Note: A rabies tag alone is NOT proof of vaccination.
If your pet is NOT up to date on rabies, we can administer the vaccine here for $15 and you will be able to reclaim.

06/25/2025

FOUND PET: RETURNED TO OWNER**********
This pet will be on stray hold for 72 hours (expires 06/28/2025). If not reclaimed within this period, Foothills Humane Society will assume ownership.
If you believe this pet is yours, please provide proof of ownership by:
-Emailing [email protected] OR
-Messaging us on Facebook OR
-Calling us at (828) 863-4444
Proof of ownership includes:
-Microchip number, AND/OR
-Several photos of the pet over time, AND/OR
-Veterinarian records with the pet's name, description, owner's name and address, and vaccination history, AND/OR
-Specific details about the pet (e.g., name, breed, size/weight, unique markings, s*x, spay/neuter status)
To reclaim your pet, proof of current rabies vaccination is required (per NCGS 130a-185):
-A rabies certificate with a valid date, OR
-Veterinarian records showing vaccination history with a valid date
*Note: A rabies tag alone is NOT proof of vaccination.
If your pet is NOT up to date on rabies, we can administer the vaccine here for $15 and you will be able to reclaim.

06/24/2025

FOUND PET: Between Mtn Pkwy and Highway 9 North
These pets will be on stray hold for 72 hours (expires 06/27/2025). If not reclaimed within this period, Foothills Humane Society will assume ownership.
If you believe this pet is yours, please provide proof of ownership by:
-Emailing [email protected] OR
-Messaging us on Facebook OR
-Calling us at (828) 863-4444
Proof of ownership includes:
-Microchip number, AND/OR
-Several photos of the pet over time, AND/OR
-Veterinarian records with the pet's name, description, owner's name and address, and vaccination history, AND/OR
-Specific details about the pet (e.g., name, breed, size/weight, unique markings, s*x, spay/neuter status)
To reclaim your pet, proof of current rabies vaccination is required (per NCGS 130a-185):
-A rabies certificate with a valid date, OR
-Veterinarian records showing vaccination history with a valid date
*Note: A rabies tag alone is NOT proof of vaccination.
If your pet is NOT up to date on rabies, we can administer the vaccine here for $15 and you will be able to reclaim.

06/24/2025

FOUND PET: Golf Course Rd, Columbus
This pet will be on stray hold for 72 hours (expires 06/27/2025). If not reclaimed within this period, Foothills Humane Society will assume ownership.
If you believe this pet is yours, please provide proof of ownership by:
-Emailing [email protected] OR
-Messaging us on Facebook OR
-Calling us at (828) 863-4444
Proof of ownership includes:
-Microchip number, AND/OR
-Several photos of the pet over time, AND/OR
-Veterinarian records with the pet's name, description, owner's name and address, and vaccination history, AND/OR
-Specific details about the pet (e.g., name, breed, size/weight, unique markings, s*x, spay/neuter status)
To reclaim your pet, proof of current rabies vaccination is required (per NCGS 130a-185):
-A rabies certificate with a valid date, OR
-Veterinarian records showing vaccination history with a valid date
*Note: A rabies tag alone is NOT proof of vaccination.
If your pet is NOT up to date on rabies, we can administer the vaccine here for $15 and you will be able to reclaim.

06/24/2025

We’re so grateful for the Tryon International Equestrian Center & Resort and everyone who helps make moments like this possible. Thanks to this partnership, more pets are finding their forever homes—including one lucky pup recently adopted by two-time Olympic medalist, equestrian Leslie Burr-Howard (Burr Associates - Leslie Howard).💙🐶

A huge thank-you to Leslie and every other adopter who’s found their furry best friend at these events—and to the amazing volunteers who get our animals to the adoption events and back with care. Together, we’re making a real difference.

Two-time Olympian Leslie Burr Howard adopts pup through partnership   POLK COUNTY—The ongoing collaboration between the Tryon International Equestrian Center and the Foothills Humane Society has proven to be a successful venture in promoting animal adoption, highlighted recently by the adoption o...

06/23/2025

FOUND PET: Peniel Road, Columbus (Red Fox closest cross street)

This pet will be on stray hold for 72 hours (expires 06/26/2025). If not reclaimed within this period, Foothills Humane Society will assume ownership.
If you believe this pet is yours, please provide proof of ownership by:
-Emailing [email protected] OR
-Messaging us on Facebook OR
-Calling us at (828) 863-4444
Proof of ownership includes:
-Microchip number, AND/OR
-Several photos of the pet over time, AND/OR
-Veterinarian records with the pet's name, description, owner's name and address, and vaccination history, AND/OR
-Specific details about the pet (e.g., name, breed, size/weight, unique markings, s*x, spay/neuter status)
To reclaim your pet, proof of current rabies vaccination is required (per NCGS 130a-185):
-A rabies certificate with a valid date, OR
-Veterinarian records showing vaccination history with a valid date
*Note: A rabies tag alone is NOT proof of vaccination.
If your pet is NOT up to date on rabies, we can administer the vaccine here for $15 and you will be able to reclaim.

06/20/2025

✨15🎉
Fifteen lucky pets have found wonderful homes of their own this week, and we're so happy for everyone! 🐾 Every adoption we have is a celebration, and we’re grateful to our adopters, volunteers, and supporters who make it all possible ❣.
Congratulations to our new families ❣🎉.

Pictured below are some of our wonderful pets and their new forever families!
Mario🐶!
Stache😺!
Tessa🐶!
Zoe🐶!
Sequoya🐶!

Not pictured animals who were adopted by loving homes this week include:
Ken😺!
Twinkie😺!
Rufus😺!
Brooks and Aria😺😺!
Lorelei🐶!
Boots and Buttons😺😺!
Bear🐶!
Nicole😺!

06/20/2025

June is Adopt a Shelter Cat Month! Give a deserving kitty a forever home and gain a lifelong friend! 🐾🐈
Adopt a cat this month and make both of your lives brighter!
📞 (828) 863-4444
📍989 Little Mountain Rd, Columbus NC
🖥 https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/FHHS/Cat

06/18/2025

Today's dog feature 🐾
This is Priscilla!
The pink nosed and spotted girl who's ears and markings give her a unique and charismatic look . She is her own happy pill and the joy is contagious. She is 47 pounds and around 8 months old, Priscilla is a smart girl who is working on being trained in sign language. She is deaf, but that only makes her other senses stronger, which means that she feels love even stronger!
She knows basic commands and is very eager to learn, she's so excited to come to our doggy training classes. She loves spending time with people and other dogs, making her an easy and enthusiastic addition into your home.
Priscilla is high energy but easy to entertain; she loves water, her jolly ball, and her chew toys. She's great at solving her puzzle feeders and enrichment toys too! Priscilla is a fun and sweet dog who would do well in a home with a patient and determined hand. Bring home a reason to smile and laugh, adopt Priscilla today!

If you are interested in meeting Priscilla, give us a call (828) 863-4444
OR stop by 989 Little Mountain Road Columbus NC 28722

06/18/2025

🐾 From Shelter Dog to Real-Life Hero 🐾

Once shy and struggling with anxiety, one of our former shelter dogs has found his true purpose—as a devoted service dog for a young boy with autism. 💙

This incredible transformation is a reminder of what love, patience, and a second chance can do. Stories like this are why we do what we do at Foothills Humane Society. We are so happy Rory and Patrick found each other!

Thanks to Tryon Daily Bulletin for sharing their incredible story!

View the full edition here: https://issuu.com/tryondailybulletin/docs/life_in_our_foothills_-_may_2025