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ATTENTION - BEWARE OF SCAMMERS
Animal Care & Control (ACC) has been made aware of scam phone calls targeting pet owners who have lost their animals.
Scammers are pretending to be ACC employees, claiming that your pet is at the shelter and needs urgent medical treatment.
They will then ask for payment over the phone, requesting credit card or electronic payment information.
Important Facts:
- ACC will never ask for payment over the phone.
- The only way to reclaim your lost pet from ACC is to come to the shelter in person.
If you receive one of these calls, hang up immediately! Then, call 311 or (704) 336-7600 to contact the ACC Call Center.
They can connect you with a supervisor to assist you further.
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Upcoming Events
We’re extending our weekend hours to help save lives!
Starting Saturday, March 1 our Byrum location will now be open 9 AM - 5 PM on Saturdays & Sundays
This gives you more time to adopt, foster, or take a pup on a Staycation or Daycation. The Foster Exam room will also be open during these hours in an effort to better serve our dedicated fosters. Our shelter is at critical capacity, we need adopters, fosters & volunteers every day we hope that by extending our hours this will help our community and save lives.
Looking for your new best friend? Join us at Piedmont Social House, a monthly adoption event where you can meet adorable rescue pets ready to find their forever families! Plus, Piedmont Social House is featuring a special drink each month, with a portion of proceeds supporting Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Care & Control’s shelter programs.
Who: Open to the public, hosted by Piedmont Social House & Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Care & Control
What: Monthly pet adoption event with adoptable dogs and cats
When: Saturday, March 8 (and every second Saturday)12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Where: Piedmont Social House Lawn
2135 Ayrsley Town Blvd Ste C, Charlotte, NC 28273
Our Byrum location will be closed for the day. In an effort to better serve our community we would like to give an advanced notice that we will have a closure. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding. Our team is committed to providing the best care for our animals and service to our community, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon! In the meantime, you can also view adoptable pets online or visit us at our Toomey location for daycations, staycations, fostering and adoptions!
Who: Closed to the Public
What: Byrum location closure
When: Thursday, March 20, 2025, All Day
Where: 8315 Byrum Dr., Charlotte, NC 28217
Instead Visit: 2700 Toomey Ave, NC 28203
Charlotte Checkers Pooch Party. Get ready for a tail-wagging good time with the Charlotte Checkers and Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Care & Control! Bring your pup or meet your new best friend at the game!
Who: Open to the public. Tickets available at charlottecheckers.com.
What: Pooch Party featuring adoptable foster dogs, a microchip checkpoint, and fundraising to support our lifesaving efforts. Don’t have a dog to bring? You could meet and adopt your new furry teammate at the game!
When: Saturday, March 29, 2025
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Where: Bojangles Coliseum
2700 E Independence Blvd, Charlotte, NC
Drive-Thru Rabies Vaccine Clinic Announcement! Keep your pets safe and healthy and in compliance with the law. The clinic is quick, convenient, and crucial for your pet's health. No appointment necessary—just drive through! We will be providing a 1-year Rabies vaccine only. Please ensure pets are safely secured in your vehicle during the clinic. Please ensure you are in line by 10:45 a.m. as we'll be unable to accommodate additional residents after that
Who: Open to residents of Mecklenburg County
What: Free Rabies Vaccine Clinic
When: Saturday, April 12, 2025, from 8-10:45 a.m.
Where:2725 Beam Rd. Charlotte, NC 28217 (Just 3.3 miles from ACC)
Other News
Dog Kennel Dashboard Update: As of March 10, 2025, Total Number of Dogs: In Shelter: 173 (was 194 on 3/3) In Foster Care: 228 (was 258 on 3/3) On Staycation: 55 (was 34 on 3/3) Available Kennels: Lost Dog Area: 22 (was 8 on 3/3) Adoption Dog Area: 37 (was 18 on 3/3) Total of Dogs in Our Care: 456 (was 486 on 3/3)