Iredell County Animal Services

🚨 STRAY HOLD ANIMALS — HELP US GET THEM HOME! 🚨
Please check our website (link below) for those animals who are currently on stray hold here at Iredell County Animal Services. We’re still hopeful that their families are out there searching for them. Let’s work together to bring them home. ❤️🐾
If you are the owner of one of these animals listed there, please visit the shelter during the following hours:
⏰ Monday–Friday: 12–5 PM
⏰ Saturday: 11 AM–2 PM
Please bring:
✔️ Proof of ownership
✔️ Current rabies vaccination certificate
📍 430 Bristol Drive, Statesville, NC
If you recognize any of the animals listed on our website from your searches on social media or local lost-pet pages, please be a Homecoming Hero by contacting the shelter:
📧 [email protected]
By keeping an eye out for these pups on social media and neighborhood pages, you’re officially part of the Homecoming Hero community. It takes only a few minutes of scrolling to make a BIG difference in helping pets stay safe and find their way home. No application — just compassion, awareness, and willingness to help. 💛
🔗 View all current strays here:
https://www.iredellcountync.gov/1530/Found-Pets
(We recommend checking this link often, as it’s updated frequently!)
On behalf of the Homecoming Heroes community:
Welcome — and thank you for your support! 🐶💛

👟🐾 MEET NIKE & VAN — OUR LITTLE SHOE BANDITS TURNED ADOPTABLE CUTIES! 🐾👟

It seems a shoe mystery — a missing‑shoe caper, if you will — had been unfolding at the home of the finder of these two adorable pups. Shoes began disappearing from his porch at night, and the trash was being disturbed. Naturally, he suspected his own dog was the porch shoe thief… until one day, while outside in his yard, these two cuties came strolling along, and the truth was revealed: they were the shoe bandits!

He searched the neighborhood to see if these fellow shoe‑collectors belonged to anyone nearby. When he learned they didn’t, he brought them to us in hopes of reuniting them with a family—if they had one.

With no family coming forward during their stray hold and after being shared on our website, they are now ready to leave their porch‑shoe‑searching days behind and focus on the soles that truly matter: the ones belonging to their own forever families.

Nike and Van — yes, named perfectly after their love of shoes — will be available for adoption when we open tomorrow at 12pm.

They are likely littermates, full of personality, and absolutely thrilled at the chance to find homes of their own.

And between us… we still have no idea what they did with the shoes they collected!

If you can provide a home for either Nike or Van, we encourage you to come meet them in person to see which “shoe” fits your family best. With faces as cute as theirs, honestly, they could have any shoe of ours they wanted.

💵 Adoption Fee: 8️⃣0️⃣ each
🩺 All adoptable dogs and puppies include:
• Spay/Neuter
• Microchip
• Age‑appropriate vaccines and preventatives
Adopters should establish vet care after adoption to maintain their pet’s health.

🤝 Meet & Greets Recommended
With other dogs and children to ensure the best match.
Please bring a collar and leash, or purchase a set from us for $15 to safely take your new family member home.

📘 The 3 • 3 • 3 Rule
• 3 Days to decompress
• 3 Weeks to learn routines
• 3 Months to build trust

🐶 Nike / A318429
8 months old • Neutered male • 15.60 pounds

🐶 Van / A318430
8 months old • Neutered male • 13 pounds

🐾✨ MEET MARIGOLD — READY FOR HER NEW BEGINNING! ✨🐾

Responding to a call from a concerned citizen about a beagle puppy likely dumped on her property, our Animal Control Officer arrived to find the caller sitting beside this sweet little girl on her front porch. The finder shared that Marigold was both friendly and gentle. 🌼

With no identifying tag or microchip, Marigold completed her full stray hold here at the shelter. After being posted on our website and receiving no contact from a possible family, this adorable puppy is now officially ready for her fresh start in life.

Estimated at 5 months old, Marigold is hoping to find the perfect family who can give her the forever love, care, and stability she deserves. She’s especially hoping tonight will be the last night she spends at the shelter—and tomorrow her first in a new home. 🏠❤

📍Come meet this precious girl in person, to see if you’re meant to spend forever together.

📍We are a first‑come, first‑served, in‑person adoption center and will open at 12pm tomorrow, and she will be available for adoption at that time.

📍For pets who receive a lot of interest, it is not uncommon for adopters to line up outside with chairs and snacks before opening.

📍Please do not comment or message us regarding her availability or temperament—come in person, as we are unable to hold any animal and she will be available when we open for adoptions tomorrow.

💵 Adoption Fee: 8️⃣0️⃣
🩺 All adoptable pets include:
• Spay/Neuter
• Microchip
• Age‑appropriate vaccines and preventatives
Adopters should establish vet care after adoption to maintain their pet’s health.

🤝 Meet & Greets Recommended
With other dogs and children to ensure the best fit. Because she was a stray, we do not have information how she does with cats and do not have any way to test for that.
Please bring a collar and leash, or purchase a set from us for $15 to take your new family member home safely.

📘 The 3 • 3 • 3 Rule
• 3 Days to decompress
• 3 Weeks to learn routines
• 3 Months to build trust

🐶 Marigold / A318378
5 months old • Spayed female • 13.60 pounds

Sweet Dolce also found forever today! Happy Life Dolce!

Sweet Dulce found her Forever Family at ICAS today!
Happy Life and Congratulations!! 🎉

Help us to wish Andrew, Vanessa and their families... a Happy Life!

🐾✨ MEET OUR PETSMART CUTIES — READY FOR FOREVER HOMES! ✨🐾

These four adorable kitties are waiting patiently for their forever families at our PetSmart Cat Adoption Center, located at 214 Turnersburg Highway, Statesville, NC. Each one has their own personality, charm, and quirks that make them truly special.

Come meet Lilac, Ryan, Rumi, and Miss Sara Bellum in person to see which one is meant to be part of your family!

PetSmart Hours:
• Mon–Sat: 9am–9pm
• Sun: 10am–7pm

If you don’t find your perfect match at PetSmart, come visit us at the shelter:
📍 430 Bristol Drive, Statesville, NC
🕒 Adoption Hours: Mon–Fri 12–5pm • Sat 11am–2pm

💸 Adoption Fees
At PetSmart:
• Cats/Kittens: 2️⃣0️⃣
• Dogs/Puppies: 4️⃣0️⃣
At the Shelter:
• Cats/Kittens: 6️⃣5️⃣
• Dogs/Puppies: 8️⃣0️⃣

🩺 All adoptable animals include:
• Spay/Neuter
• Microchip
• Age‑appropriate vaccines and preventatives
Adopters should establish veterinary care after adoption to maintain their pet’s ongoing health.

✨🐾 MEET SAINT — THE SWEETEST GENTLEMAN READY FOR HIS FRESH START! 🐾✨

Saint arrived at our shelter as a stray. When his previous owner saw his photo online, she reached out—heartbroken that she couldn’t reclaim him but incredibly grateful to know he was safe—and shared wonderful information to help him find his perfect match. 💛

✨ What We Learned About Saint’s Previous Life (Before Stray)
🐾 Age: 5 years old
👶 Kids: Lived with children ages 2–10 and did great
🐱 Cats: Has lived with cats and did wonderfully

We understand why she named him Saint—this gentle sweetheart truly lives up to his name. 💕

✨ What We’re Seeing at the Shelter
Saint is easy to leash and walk—though he sometimes pulls with a little “purpose”! He met a neutered male dog and did fantastic, sharing friendly sniffs, nonstop tail wags, and happy bounces.
He’s the kind of dog who can turn any bad day around: always happy, always sweet, and he’s won the hearts of our staff and volunteers alike. 💙

As always, we recommend meet‑and‑greets with other dogs and children before adoption.

🏡 Come Meet Saint! He might just be the newest member of your family.

📍 Location: 430 Bristol Drive, Statesville, NC
🕒 Hours: Mon–Fri 12–5pm | Sat 11am–2pm

💸 Adoption Fee: WAIVED

🩺 All adoptable dogs and puppies include: Spay/Neuter, Microchip, and up‑to‑date age‑appropriate vaccines and preventatives. Please establish veterinary care after adoption to keep your new family member healthy and happy.

🐕‍🦺 The 3‑3‑3 Rule
• 3 days to decompress
• 3 weeks to settle in
• 3 months to build trust

Saint / A317250
Neutered male • 5 years old • 62.30 lbs

✨🐶 MEET DJ — READY FOR HER NEW BEGINNING! 🐶✨

Found as a stray in a busy shopping area, DJ was brought to our shelter to get her to safety and to give any possible owner a chance to find her. With no microchip and no ID tag, she completed her required stray hold, and after being posted on our website, no owner came to reclaim her.

This beautiful girl met a smaller spayed female during her stay and did fantastic right from the start! She was friendly, ran right up to her new buddy, gave happy play bows, and showed off her incredible zoomie skills. DJ has been super friendly and goofy with every interaction we’ve had.
Once she settled in, her personality truly blossomed—and she is AMAZING. Sweet and silly…the perfect combination! She also loves playing with stuffies, knows “sit,” and is good on a leash (and improving every day!).

Because she was a stray, we do not know how she does with cats and are unable to test for this. As always, we recommend meet‑and‑greets with other dogs and children to make sure it’s a great fit for everyone.
Come meet this beautiful, calm, and sweet girl in person to see if she’s meant to spend forever with your family! 💛

🩺 All adoptable dogs and puppies include:
• Spay/Neuter
• Microchip
• Up‑to‑date age‑appropriate vaccines and preventatives
Adopters should establish veterinary care after adoption to maintain their pet’s health.

📘 The 3‑3‑3 Rule:
• 3 Days to decompress
• 3 Weeks to learn routines
• 3 Months to build trust

💵 Adoption Fee: 8️⃣0️⃣
📍 Location: 430 Bristol Drive, Statesville, NC
🕒 Hours:
Mon–Fri: 12–5pm
Sat: 11am–2pm
🐕 DJ / A318323:
4 years old, spayed female, 56.20 pounds of pure preciousness

When adopting, please bring a collar and leash OR purchase a combo from our shelter for $15 to take your new family member home safely.

🐾💙 MEET GIBSON: READY FOR HIS PERFECT MATCH! 💙🐾

Gibson was adopted from ICAS in mid‑May after coming to us as a stray, and now returns as an owner surrender after his adoptive family was unable to manage the nippiness he showed in the home. They shared that it always seemed like he wanted to play with their grandchildren, but for families unfamiliar with typical herding dog behaviors—which are common in border collie mixes like Gibson—it felt overwhelming.

💡 Important note: Gibson never broke skin when he nipped to play, but to ensure everyone’s safety, his family made the responsible choice to return him so we could help him find a home that truly understands his breed.

During his time with them, we learned some great things about Gibson:
🏠 Nearly housebroken
📦 Not crate‑trained
💗 Extremely lovable
🧠 Knows “sit” and “stay”

Now Gibson is searching for a family who understands herding breeds and can confidently navigate his playful nips. If you’re able to provide the home he’s been waiting for—and have experience with or willingness to learn about herding tendencies—please come meet this handsome, loving boy in person! 🐶✨

Adoption Fee: 8️⃣0️⃣
All adoptable dogs and puppies are spayed/neutered, microchipped, and up to date on age‑appropriate vaccines and preventatives. Adopters should establish veterinary care after adoption to maintain their pet’s health.

🐕‍🦺 Meet and greets with other dogs and children are always recommended to ensure a great fit.
🐾 Please bring a collar and leash, or purchase a combo from us for only $15 for safe transport home!

✨ Don’t forget the 3‑3‑3 Rule:
• 3 Days to decompress
• 3 Weeks to learn routines
• 3 Months to build trust

Gibson / A317390
📅 3 years old
⚥ Neutered male
⚖️ 46.60 pounds

🐾✨ NOW HIRING: Full-Time Animal Care Technician! ✨🐾

Iredell County Animal Services is currently looking to add a full‑time Animal Care Technician to our team! Could that be YOU?? 😄

If you're at least 18 years old and looking for a rewarding position focused on helping animals, we hope you apply! 💚

This position includes, but isn’t limited to:
💯Providing top-level daily care to animals
🚰 Cleaning animal kennels
🍜 Feeding and watering animals
💉 Administering rabies vaccinations
🐕🐈 Enriching animals with play & interaction
😷 Assisting with physical exams, vaccinations, medications, and record‑keeping
🤳💁🏽‍♂️ Answering phones and greeting visitors
…and MORE!
For the full job description and to apply, please visit:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/iredellcounty/jobs/5362166/animal-care-technician?page=1&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs

Please note: Shelter staff does not have access to applications. These go directly to Iredell County Government’s Human Resources Department. If you have questions about the position or encounter issues submitting your application, please contact Iredell County Government HR directly.

⏰ This posting closes Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 5pm.