Rising pet surrenders linked to growing economic strain, officials say
Learn more: https://spectrumlocalnews.com/nc/charlotte/news/2025/11/10/nc-pet-surrenders-economic-struggles-
Trails restored at Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Care & Control
Learn more: https://www.wfae.org/business/2026-04-13/trails-restored-at-charlotte-mecklenburg-animal-care-control
Pet Resources
Learn more: https://www.charlottenc.gov/Animal-Care-and-Control/Pet-Resources
That notice in the mail isn’t a scam, your pet really does need a license
Learn more: https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2024/08/19/charlotte-pet-license
Scoop the Poop
Learn more: https://www.charlottenc.gov/Services/Stormwater/Scoop-the-Poop
Keeping Your Pet Safe with Microchips
Learn more: https://humanesocietyofcharlotte.org/keeping-your-pet-safe-with-microchips/
Invisible Paw Prints
Nonprofit led by volunteers who use their therapy dogs for visits in support of local organizations.
Stand for Animals
Nonprofit veterinary clinic offers affordable pet care and spay and neuter services.
Get Involved with the Humane Society
Attend an event, foster an animal, volunteer, or get involved with programming with the Humane Society of Charlotte. Learn more: https://humanesocietyofcharlotte.org/get-involved/
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Care & Control Homepage
Provides medical and support services for pets of Charlotte and Mecklenburg County.