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Catawba County Animal Services

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Catawba County Animal Services is a county run animal shelter located in Newton, NC.

The purpose of this page is to help return animals to their homes and place animals in new homes.

11/10/2026

🐾 EVERYONE MEET MARTHA! 🐾

Martha is a 1-year-and-1-month-old spayed female pup who still has lots of puppy energy! She walks well on a leash but may pull when she gets excited.

She is up to date on all age-appropriate vaccinations. Martha can be a little shy at first when meeting new people, but pull out some bacon treats, and she will quickly become your best friend! 🥓❤️

If you have other dogs at home, we do require meet-and-greets to make sure everyone is a great match.

Could Martha be the perfect addition to your family? Come meet her and find out!

11/06/2026

Meet Jeanie! 🐾

If you’re looking for a sweet, gentle, and affectionate lap cat, Jeanie might just be your perfect match! This laid-back little lady absolutely loves attention and is always happy to soak up as much love and affection as you’re willing to give.

Jeanie is approximately 2 years old, spayed, microchipped, and fully up to date on all her vaccinations, including rabies.

She’s ready to find her forever home and a family to shower with love. Come meet this lovely little lady today! ❤️

11/06/2026

Meet Judy!

Judy is a 3 year old, professional biscuit maker looking to expand her franchise.

If you have: soft blankets, a nice sunny spot, and plenty of cat treats, you just might have the location she’s looking for!

Judy is FIV+, but she doesn’t let that hamper her baking efforts!

She is spayed, microchipped, and up to date on all of her vaccines. For just $5, you can bring home this chef extraordinaire!

Come see Judy at 201 Government Services Drive, Newton 28658.

11/02/2026

Meet Shane!

Shane is a 1 year old white and brown hound mix. He weighs about 46lbs and is very energetic. He absolutely loves to play! Shane is pretty friendly with other dogs, but we do still require that you bring any other household dogs for a meet and greet.

Shane has been neutered and microchipped, and he is up to date on all of his age appropriate vaccinations. If you are interested in meeting Shane you can stop by anytime from 11am-6pm Tuesday-Saturday.

10/31/2026

161 LIVES SAVED. ONE MONTH. COUNTLESS REASONS TO BE GRATEFUL.

Today, we saved life number 161 for the month of October! What a beautiful way to close out the month. Every single life represents hope, a second chance, and the promise of a brighter tomorrow.

This morning, Dog Is My CoPilot, Inc. took to the skies for our final transport of the month, carrying precious passengers to new beginnings in Pennsylvania, Long Island, and Virginia.

As we close out October, our hearts are overflowing with gratitude. To every adopter who opened their heart and home, every rescue partner who stood beside us, every volunteer who gave their time, and every supporter who believed in what we do; THANK YOU. You are the reason these lives get a second chance.

161 animals who now have a chance at a different future. 161 stories that didn’t end where they began. 161 reminders that when people come together, amazing things happen.

We may be closing the chapter on October, but we are never closing the door on hope.

Here’s to more lives saved, more tails wagging, more happy endings, and more people choosing compassion. Together, we are making a difference, one precious life at a time.

161 saved. Endless gratitude. And so much more hope ahead.

10/30/2026

🐾 Meet Pollux 🩵

Are you looking for a fun loving companion who is always ready to brighten your day? Meet Pollux! This handsome black lab mix is just over a year old and weighs right around 60 pounds. Pollux came to us as a stray but has been the sweetest boy.

Pollux is an energetic young boy who enjoys affection and spending time with people. He walks well on the leash, making him a great buddy for walks and outdoor adventures. When he is not on leash, this boy LOVES to run around and burn some energy!

While he loves people, Pollux is not a fan of other dogs. He would do best in a home where is he is the only dog. We are unsure how he would do with cats so no other animals in the home may be best.

Like all of our available dogs, Pollux is neutered, microchipped, up to date on vaccinations, and heart-worm negative.

If you’re looking for the sweetest boy to be your new best friend, come meet Pollux! We are open Tuesday- Saturday from 11am- 6pm!

10/30/2026

🤠🎃 HOWWWDY, PARTNER! I’M MARIO — AKA THE CUDDLY COWBOY! 🐾❤️

Well, howdy there, folks! I’m Mario, your four-legged cowboy looking for my forever home! 🌵⭐ I may be dressed for the Wild West, but I’m all about the soft stuff — cuddles, friendship, and spreading love wherever I go!

I’m a super friendly, social, and gentle guy who loves making new friends. Two-legged friends? You betcha! I’m always happy to share a little cowboy charm and brighten your day with my sweet personality. ❤️

My biggest dream? Finding a loving family to call my own, where I can hang up my cowboy hat, trade the open range for a cozy couch, and be your loyal sidekick for life. 🏡🐴

This Halloween, don’t let this cowboy ride off into the sunset without you! 🎃🤠

🐾 Saddle up and come meet Mario — your new best friend is waiting!

10/27/2026

Are you in the mood for chocolate? How about a chocolate colored dog?

Bree definitely fits this description, just mixed with a little bit of white, and a whole lot of sweetness. Bree is a Boxer mix who is approximately 3 years old and weighs 41 pounds. She is an easy-going dog, who walks very well on a leash, and is extremely manageable.

She would be perfect for any family and a great companion for an older person. Bree loves affection and keeps a very clean kennel. So, she would be easily housebroken. She also seems dog friendly but meet and greets are required. We want all interested parties to get along.

Bree is spayed, microchipped, and has all age-appropriate vaccinations. So, if you need a chocolate dog in your life, Bree is waiting to meet you.

10/27/2026

🐾 HELP US FILL LITTLE BELLIES! 🐾

Our shelter is home to hundreds of deserving animals, and we often care for over 200 animals at a time! That’s a lot of hungry mouths to feed, and right now, one of our biggest needs is kitten food! 🐱❤️

Kittens need proper nutrition to grow, develop, and stay healthy, and we go through a tremendous amount of food caring for the little ones who come through our doors. We would be incredibly grateful for donations of wet and dry kitten food to help keep our supplies stocked!

🛒 Want to help? Shop our Amazon Wish List!

You can make a difference from the comfort of your own home by purchasing items directly from our wish list:

🔗 Amazon Wish List: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/D85SS140NUM6

Of course, donations of kitten food purchased locally are always welcome, too! While kitten food is our biggest need right now, donations of other dog and cat food are also greatly appreciated.

If you would like to donate in person, we are located at 201 Government Services Drive in Newton.

Whether you can donate a bag, a case of canned food, or even a few cans, every little bit helps! If you’re unable to donate, sharing this post is another wonderful way to support our animals.

Our animals depend on us, and we depend on the kindness and generosity of our community. Thank you for continuing to show up for the hundreds of animals who come through our doors. Your support truly makes a difference! 🐾💕

Let’s work together to keep those little bellies full! Thank you for supporting our shelter! ❤️

10/22/2026

Reintroducing Nova!

Nova is a beautiful 1.5 year old black mouth cur/ Labrador retriever mix weighing around 60 pounds! She came to us as an owner surrender about six months ago and has been waiting patiently for a family to call her own.

Nova would do best in a home where she is the only dog as she has shown some reactivity towards other dogs in the past. She also seems fearful around young children, so a home with older kids or adults only may be the best fit for her.

Although she has some quirks, miss Nova is the sweetest girl who adores attention. Whether she is running around, or just being by your side, Nova is content. She LOVES treats and will never turn down a snack. While she does not know many tricks, she does know how to sit pretty for a tasty treat! Nova is such a smart girl who is eager to learn. Her smarts, along with being highly treat motivated, should make it easy to teach her new tricks!

Nova is spayed, microchipped, up to date on vaccinations, and heart worm negative! If you think you could be the right match for Nova, come meet her! We are open Tuesday- Saturday from 11am-6pm!

Address

201 Government Services Drive
Newton, NC
28658

Opening Hours

Tuesday	11am - 6pm
Wednesday	11am - 6pm
Thursday	11am - 6pm
Friday	11am - 6pm
Saturday	11am - 6pm

Website

https://www.catawbacountync.gov/county-services/emergency-services/animal-services/

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