AARC Franklin, NC

06/06/2026

06/06/2026

What a lovely event for our dogs and cats.

Yami
Viper
Michael
Freckles

They all got a day out at our adoption event at Whiteside Brewing Co.

What a great day to celebrate two humane societies coming together!!!

06/06/2026

We are closed due to an event. We do have multiple volunteers and a couple staff members at the shelter, taken care of the animals that were not coming to the event. If you were interested in meeting us at the event to meet your forever pet, We are gonna be at Whiteside brewery in Cashiers, North Carolina today from 11 to 2:30!!

Hope to see you there

06/05/2026

🐾 We Need Your Help! 🐾

Every day, we provide shelter, food, medical care, and love to animals in need. As intake numbers continue to rise, so do the costs of caring for these deserving dogs and cats.

We are asking our amazing community to help us continue our lifesaving work by making a donation. No gift is too small—every dollar helps provide food, vaccines, medications, spay/neuter services, and a safe place for animals while they wait for their forever homes.

❤️ Ways You Can Help:
• Make a monetary donation
• Donate pet food, litter, and cleaning supplies
• Sponsor an animal's medical care
• Share this post with friends and family

Because of your support, hundreds of animals have found loving homes and received the care they deserve.

Thank you for helping us give homeless animals a second chance. 🐶🐱

06/05/2026

🐾 We Have Open Spay/Neuter Appointments Available! 🐾

We currently have a few openings for dog neuters and cat neuters.
If you'd like to schedule an appointment, please give us a call today at 828-524-4588.

Helping pets stay healthy and preventing unwanted litters—schedule your pet's appointment while spots are available! 🐶🐱💙

06/05/2026

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06/05/2026

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06/04/2026

🐾 AARC Impact Snapshot from June 2025 – Present

💙 Lives Saved & Supported
381 adoptions out of 614 intakes mean 62% of all animals entering the shelter were adopted. This is a healthy adoption rate, especially when intake includes strays, owner surrenders, and transfers.

243 Fosters
Animals cared for by amazing foster families

614 Total Intakes
Pets welcomed into AARC’s care

🚚 Pathways to Safety
102 Animals Transported
Sent to partner rescues for a better chance at adoption

27 Returned to Owners
Lost pets reunited with their families

⏱️ Length of Stay
Felines: 34 days
Dogs: 48 days
Dogs are staying two weeks longer than cats. Both species could benefit from expanded foster, marketing, or behavior support

These numbers reflect the dedication of our team, fosters, adopters, and supporters who help animals move safely and quickly into loving homes.

❤️ Help Us Continue This Lifesaving Work

Your support fuels every adoption, every reunion, and every second chance.

👉 Donate Today: https://checkout.shelterluv.com/donate/appa