Humane Society of Jackson County, NC - ARF

08/27/2026

ARF, the Southern Steel Sisterz, and Dogsonwheels Sylva will be at Mark Watson park this Saturday from 10-12, before kicking off a 2 hour ride through beautiful WNC. Registration is $25 and all vehicles are welcome. The proceeds will go to support ARF's affordable spay/neuter program.

We hope to see you there!

Please come along to Mark Watson Park this Saturday 8/29 from 10-12 to see a whole bunch of cool bikes and grab a hotdog from Dogs on Wheels. You can pay to join the ride (car or motorcycle, all proceeds go to ARF) that leaves at 12, but to come and see the bikes and meet everyone before the ride sets off is completely free.

The forecast is great and we'll be right next to the playground and skate park, so bring the kids along for a fun couple of hours and some great photo opportunities ❤️🐶🏍️🌭

08/25/2026

Thinking About Fostering? Let ARF Handle the Rest.

When you foster with ARF, we cover the cost of food, supplies, veterinary care, medications, and anything else your foster dog needs. There is no cost to you.

And you won't be doing it alone. We'll get to know your household and help match you with a dog who is a good fit for your home. Then we'll be here to answer questions, troubleshoot the unexpected, and support you every step of the way.

You don't need to know everything about dogs. You don't need to have fostered before. You just need to be willing to open your home and give a dog a chance.

We'll provide the dog. We'll provide the supplies. We'll provide the support. You provide the love.

Ready to give fostering a try?

Learn more and apply at arfhumane.org/volunteer

08/24/2026

Rabies protection isn’t optional. It’s essential.

Rabies is a deadly disease, but it’s also preventable. Keeping your dog’s rabies vaccination current protects your dog, your family, and your community.

In North Carolina, dogs must be vaccinated against rabies by 4 months of age and must wear a valid rabies vaccination tag when in public.

A few important reminders:
• Keep your dog’s rabies vaccination current.
• Make sure they wear their rabies tag when they’re out and about.
• Keep a copy of their vaccination record in a safe place.

Need an affordable way to get your dog vaccinated? We’ve got options:

Saturday, September 26
Jackson County Animal Shelter will host a low-cost vaccine clinic.

Saturday, October 17
ARF will host a low-cost vaccine clinic at Tuckasegee Trading in Cullowhee.

At both clinics, rabies and DAPPV vaccines are just $10 each.

Keeping your dog vaccinated is one of the simplest things you can do to protect them and your community. Don’t wait until you need that rabies tag. Get your dog covered!

More details about ARF’s programs and resources: arfhumane.org

08/20/2026

Ride for a Reason!

Rev up your engines and join the Southern Steel Sisterz for a beautiful ride through the Smoky Mountains, all while supporting local dogs!

Registration is Saturday, August 29, from 10 AM–12 PM at Mark Watson Park in Sylva. The $25 registration fee will be donated to support ARF’s low-cost community spay/neuter program.

The ride kicks off at noon for approximately two hours of gorgeous mountain roads and good company. Cars are welcome, too! Motorcycles will lead the ride, so grab your favorite wheels and come along.

And because every great ride needs great food, the fabulous folks from Dogs on Wheels will be serving up tasty hot dogs, walking tacos, and homemade lemonade!

Come ride, eat, and help make a difference for dogs in our community. We’ll see you there!

08/19/2026

Peaches is officially HOME!

We couldn't be happier to see this sweet girl begin her next chapter with her new family. Her new family has already welcomed her with open arms, and we have a feeling there are plenty of adventures, cuddles, and stuffed-toy shenanigans ahead.

Happy tails, Peaches! We can't wait to see all the wonderful memories you make together.

08/17/2026

Tilly has officially found her happily ever after!

We are so excited to see this sweet girl heading home to a wonderful family. After everything she’s been through, knowing Tilly is loved, safe, and exactly where she belongs makes our hearts very happy.

Here’s to Happily Ever Afters, Tilly! We’ll miss you, but we couldn’t be happier for you.

08/12/2026

Pinky has had a pretty rough few months, and we’d really love to change that.

This sweet 5-year-old Bulldog mix lost her owner, a gentleman in his late 70s, a few months ago. Since then, she has been spending her days in an outdoor pen. Pinky is a good girl who deserves so much more than a solitary life waiting for someone to notice her.

Pinky is house-trained, spayed, vaccinated, and wonderful with seniors and kids. She gets along well with dogs of all sizes. Cats, however, are not her favorite.

What Pinky really needs is a family who will give her the companionship, comfort, and love she has been missing. She has so much good dog left to give.

Pinky is not in ARF's foster program. We are sharing her story to help her people find the forever home she deserves.

If you think Pinky might be your girl, please complete our adoption application. Your application will be forwarded to Pinky's people, who will follow up to arrange a meet and greet:

https://www.arfhumane.org/adoption-application

Please share Pinky's post. Sometimes finding the right family is simply a matter of getting her story in front of the right person.

08/11/2026

Looking for Your New Best Friend?

Come meet some fabulous adoptable dogs this Saturday, August 15, from 1–3 PM at Tractor Supply in Sylva!

Dogs from both the Jackson County Animal Shelter and ARF will be there, all hoping to make a connection with their future families.

Stop by, say hello, and you just might meet the dog you’ve been waiting for!

Saturday, August 15 | 1–3 PM
Tractor Supply, Sylva

Bring the whole family and come meet some wonderful dogs who are ready for homes!

08/11/2026

Update: Appointments for 8/17 have been filled. Check our website daily to learn when the next appointments are released: arfhumane.org

ARF has a few canine neuter appointments still available for Monday, August 17!

For just $25, your dog can get:
• Neuter surgery
• Rabies vaccine

Additional optional low cost vaccines and microchipping are available.

Spots are limited, so don’t wait!

Sign up now: https://form.jotform.com/200476543026046

Help your dog. Help your community. And help us keep more unwanted puppies out of shelters.