Lee County Animal Shelter

07/24/2026

Adoptable Animals Spotlight:

🐾 Tarpa is a friendly girl who responds to Sit, Shake, and Lay Down. She does not seem to mind other dogs and has some mild skin irritation caused by fleas.

🐾 Ash is the sweetest little guy and is so very ready to go home where he can play, run, and chase toys. He has severe eye and nose crusting (URI) that still requires medical attention, however, he is not in pain and is doing much better since his arrival.

🐾 Rose and Birdie are suspected sisters who are very underweight and arrived covered in ticks. They will need some extra care to understand they are no longer in starvation mode, but have blossomed into very loving girls.

07/24/2026

EVENT REMINDER!!! Lee County Animal Shelter Saturday Adoption Event this Saturday July 25th from 10:00am-4:00pm. No appointment necessary. Come find your furrever friend!

07/20/2026

Adoptable Animals Spotlight:

🐾 Gennie is a bubbly girl with the most adorable speckled nose. She tested well with other dogs and would love a home with kids. She requires a $10 rabies fee.

🐾 Kurt came in as a stray and his history is unknown, however, he doesn't seem to mind other cats or dogs based on staff observation and he loves attention!

06/19/2026

Adoptable Animals Spotlight:

🐾 America is a shy girl who has watched all of her babies get adopted. She loves canned food and enjoys heating pads and dark, quiet spaces. She desperately needs a patient place to bring her out of her shell.

🐾 Billy and Madison are 4-month-old pups who are not used to being around people. They are looking for an experienced home where they can be given plenty of time to adjust. They are both growing confidence with patience, consistency, and gentle encouragement from their trusted caregivers.

05/29/2026

Adoptable Animals Spotlight:

🐾 Meridian is a very sweet boy who walks on a leash well. He is very affectionate and will roll over and demand belly rubs! He has shown he is good with other dogs but would prefer not to live with cats. He requires a $10 rabies fee.

🐾 Jasmine is a calm, astute girl who walks great on a leash. She seems to tolerate other dogs if given proper introductions and the ability to maintain her own space.

🐾 Maceo, Al, Red, and Sherman are loving, playful, quadruplet kittens! Kittens do better in pairs, so why not take 2?!

05/15/2026

Adoptable Animals Spotlight:

🐾 Brooks is around 5 years old and a very sweet cat! He is a neutered black and white tuxedo shorthair. He requires a $10 rabies fee.

🐾 Irvin is a stocky 3-year-old who was a little nervous at first, but warms up nicely! His temperament with other dogs is unknown, so adopters may bring their vaccinated dogs to their meet and greet appointment. He requires a $10 rabies fee.

🐾 Paris is a 3-year-old sweetheart who may have some bloodhound genes. She has previously had puppies and is very loving. She requires a $10 rabies fee.

05/05/2026

Mark your calendars! The 3rd annual Breast Feeding Health Fair and Community Baby Shower is scheduled for August 21, 2026 from 11am to 2pm at the Dennis Wicker Civic Center.

05/01/2026

05/01/2026

Adoptable Animals Spotlight:

🐾 Birdy is a bubbly 1-year-old who loves attention and would be best in a home with bigger kids that can respect her space. She has been spayed and comes with a collar, her 1 year rabies vaccine, and a microchip. Her adoption fee is $30 and her adopter is required to complete her continued veterinary needs.

🐾 Power Rangers #1 and #3 are both Belgian Malinois/Bull Mastiff males from the same litter. They are around 10 weeks old and are friendly and playful. They are required to be completely vetted by their adopter's choice of veterinarian and require a $50 deposit made to the vet to be used for required services.

🐾 Sopresa is a sweet cat who can be shy at times, but she loves to be given pets. She is about 4 years old.

🐾 Chadwick is a very loving cat, around 4 years old, who loves head scratches and meal time!

03/31/2026

SPECIAL EVENT TOMORROW!! Free Walk-In Rabies Vaccination Clinic tomorrow April 1st, 2026 from 12pm-4pm at the Lee County Animal Shelter 1450 N. Horner Blvd Sanford NC 27330. Please ensure cats and ferrets are secured in carriers and dogs are leashed and muzzled if necessary. Proof of previous vaccination are required. 1 and 3 year vaccines available whiles supplies last first come first served!!!