Avery Humane Society

Avery Humane Society Our mission is to help our community respond humanely to the needs of animals.

UPDATE "Guapo": Hey Miss Charlene! Leo here (fka Guapo). Mommy says it's been 3 years since you found me this amazing pl...
08/30/2025

UPDATE "Guapo": Hey Miss Charlene! Leo here (fka Guapo). Mommy says it's been 3 years since you found me this amazing place to live furever. It's like this house was made just for me: there's birds and chipmunks and squirrels and deer and even a black bear. Oh, and there's always a fresh flower pot to much on. The beagle can be obnoxious sometimes, but Mommy says I can too. Oh, and my favorite bedtime activity is grooming the dog. The vet says I'm exerting dominance, but really I just like how soft her fur is. I hope the other cool cats at the shelter like the ipad bird watching thingy I sent them. Tell them they'll get to watch real birds out a real window soon enough. Give everyone my purrs and love.

Leo

CONGRATULATIONS! Jasper found a forever home.
08/30/2025

CONGRATULATIONS! Jasper found a forever home.

CONGRATULATIONS! Brahma found a forever home.
08/30/2025

CONGRATULATIONS! Brahma found a forever home.

08/30/2025

📢 Important Update 📢

Due to a current staff shortage, we will be operating by appointment only today This will help us ensure that each visitor and animal still receives the time and care they deserve.

We kindly ask for your patience and understanding during this time. Please call 828-733-2333 or message us to schedule an appointment before stopping by.

Your continued support means so much to us—and to the animals in our care. ❤️🐾

UPDATE "Daisy": So far Daisy is doing great. She is so sweet & still a lil skittish at time but we love her so much. Tha...
08/29/2025

UPDATE "Daisy": So far Daisy is doing great. She is so sweet & still a lil skittish at time but we love her so much. Thank you for letting us adopt her.
Sincerely, Chasity Daniels

CONGRATULATIONS! Squeaky found a forever home!
08/29/2025

CONGRATULATIONS! Squeaky found a forever home!

Biscuit, 3 months old, is a social little boy. He has lived with other cats and with dogs. He doesn't seem to be frighte...
08/29/2025

Biscuit, 3 months old, is a social little boy. He has lived with other cats and with dogs. He doesn't seem to be frightened of anything and is ready for a home.
For more information on one of our animals or how to adopt please contact an adoption associate Tuesday through Saturday between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and Sunday noon to 4 at 828-733-2333 or email [email protected]. Hours may vary depending on weather or holidays.

A litter of six puppies recently came into the shelter as owner surrenders. Despite sharing the same background, only tw...
08/29/2025

A litter of six puppies recently came into the shelter as owner surrenders. Despite sharing the same background, only two of the six are not showing symptoms of fear, anxiety, or stress (FAS). This serves as an important reminder that shelter stress impacts every animal differently. Even young puppies, who many adapt quickly, can struggle in unfamiliar environments.

💥If your dog has a litter of puppies, it is so important that the puppies are socialized, whether you are keeping them or not. Under-socialized puppies sit in shelters for months. Some don't make it out. Please give that litter love and attention to make them more likely to be adopted!

Stress levels in animals are not only influenced by their past, but also by their individual personalities and how they process new surroundings. For this reason, it is crucial to give adopted pets the time and space they need to adjust through the 3-3-3 rule:

The first 3 DAYS → Pets are often overwhelmed and need time to decompress.

The first 3 WEEKS → Routines, trust, and personality begin to emerge.

The first 3 MONTHS → Most pets feel truly comfortable and secure in their new home.

Patience, compassion, and consistency can make all the difference in helping animals overcome shelter stress and thrive in their forever homes.
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🌟 Takeaway: Every pet adjusts at their own pace.
🐾 Even littermates can react differently to shelter life.
🐾 Stress doesn’t always look the same.
🐾 Follow the 3-3-3 Rule → Time, patience, and love = success.

Our hearts are overflowing with thanks for everyone who came out to our event last night. Whether you attended, donated,...
08/29/2025

Our hearts are overflowing with thanks for everyone who came out to our event last night. Whether you attended, donated, or simply helped spread the word you've made a real difference for the animals who depend on us.

From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for helping us make Fur-Ever Homes a reality.

After all...there truly is "no place like a furever home"

Elsa Delgado
Executive Director
Avery Humane Society

Dish Network, 3 month old Tortoiseshell, is a very easy-going kitten. She is content in every situation. Playing is fun ...
08/29/2025

Dish Network, 3 month old Tortoiseshell, is a very easy-going kitten. She is content in every situation. Playing is fun for her but she is just as happy being loved on.
For more information on one of our animals or how to adopt please contact an adoption associate Tuesday through Saturday between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and Sunday noon to 4 at 828-733-2333 or email [email protected]. Hours may vary depending on weather or holidays.

Address

279 New Vale Road
Newland, NC
28657

Opening Hours

Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm
Sunday 12pm - 4pm

Telephone

+18287332333

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