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10/31/2026

This is Bob. Bob brought you a stuffy. Things are getting serious. 🧸❤️

This 3-year-old, 63-lb neutered sweetheart believes every adventure requires a stuffed animal. Going to the kitchen? Bring the bear. Checking out the living room? Better pack the bunny. You never know when you’ll need a little emotional support fluff. 🥹

Bob loves carrying his stuffies around in his mouth, and honestly, a big boy with a tiny teddy bear is a pretty strong argument for adopting another dog.

He does have some allergies that his future family will need to help manage. But this sweet angel baby boy has so much love to give—and he’s ready to find someone who thinks he’s just as special as his favorite toy. 💕

Come meet Bob. Bring your heart. He’ll bring the stuffy. 🐾

10/30/2026

Local ghosts are furious. Apparently “adopt a little spirit” was misunderstood. 👻

Anyway, we have dogs and cats, and adoptions are $5 at Forsyth County Animal Shelter!

Available positions include:
🎃 Unpaid bathroom security
🎃 Suspicious leaf investigator
🎃 Creature who stares down the hallway until you’re scared, too

They have no references. Some have mustaches. All would like to discuss moving in.

Come meet your new boo. Your couch has been expecting them. 🐾❤️

What would your pet’s terribly unhelpful Halloween job be? Tell us below, and tag someone who needs a tiny household goblin.

10/30/2026

Tomorrow may be Halloween but we got an amazing TREAT today!!

Memphis recently celebrated her third birthday and her paw-rents threw her a paw-ty where they collected donations for the shelter.

They brought us so much food and they also collected enough in donations that Memphis is covering adoption fees for November - meaning adoptions will continue to be just $5 for another month!!

Thanks so much to Memphis (and her paw-rents!!) and HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!

10/30/2026

We LOVE these kinds of updates. We received this from Olly's mom:

Olly lights up the whole house with his big personality! He loves experiencing new things and it is fun to watch his reactions. I’m not sure if Olly had been around a TV before, but when the TV came on he stopped, tilted his head, and was transfixed on the TV for awhile😂. Everyone loves him so much! He has a big brother, Onyx, and they absolutely love each other. They chase each other all around the bark park, the house, everywhere! Olly gives the best kisses😁. He loves chasing the red laser in the park, and never wants to stop. I give both my boys joint and hip supplements because bigger dogs need extra strength for their legs. He is definitely a high jumper! There are so many wonderful things about Olly that’s it’s hard to narrow down what I love most about him. He has the sweetest temperament I’ve ever seen in a dog. I think he’s part human😂
I truly thank Forsyth Shelter for giving me 2 of my best friends ever! Onyx, formerly Midnight, and Olly, formally Jimmy are my BFFs for life!! I think they saved me as much as I saved them.❤️❤️

10/30/2026

Step Sisters Walk came by to take Edgar and Poe out for an adventure, and they had such a great time! Both boys behaved fantastically and made the most of their time out of the shelter.

We are so grateful to Step Sisters Walk for continuing to show our dogs love and giving them opportunities to enjoy time outside the shelter. Thank you for everything you do for our pups!

10/30/2026

Teemo looks like he would borrow your lawn mower, return it with no gas, and somehow become your favorite neighbor.

He has no lawn. He has no job. He is a 9-month-old, 50-lb puppy with a tremendous amount of enthusiasm and very little agenda.

His current résumé:
• Good with dogs and kids
• Happy, smart, and neutered
• Available for whatever you’re doing
• Has not established diplomatic relations with cats

Teemo is looking for someone who can provide structure, consistent training, and a little direction. He’s got a good brain. He just needs help figuring out which department it belongs in.

Could you be the person who helps this big puppy get his life together? He cannot offer rent, but morale will be EXCELLENT.

Meet Teemo at Forsyth County Animal Shelter! ❤️

Tag someone who needs a best friend with absolutely no LinkedIn endorsements.

10/29/2026

Come get your treat this Halloween at Forsyth County Animal Shelter! 🍭👻🍬🎃🍭
All animals are $5!

10/29/2026

🚨 LOCAL SINGLE READY TO WALK DOWNTOWN AND FALL ASLEEP ON YOUR COUCH. 🚨

His name is Mantis. He’s 1 year old. And his dating profile is honestly pretty solid. 🐶

🚶 Loves downtown walks with his foster dad.
🛋️ Very interested in your couch.
🥰 Believes cuddling counts as quality time.
❤️ Looking for a long-term commitment.

His perfect date? A stroll downtown followed by a couch cuddle. No reservations required. Just room beside you.

You bring the walking shoes. Mantis brings the boyfriend energy. 😂🐾

Interested in making this handsome boy part of your family? Contact Forsyth County Animal Shelter to learn more!

👇 Would you take Mantis on a downtown adventure or go straight to couch cuddles?

Tag your favorite walking buddy—and share to help Mantis find his person! 🏡💛

10/28/2026

PEARL WOULD LIKE TO REBRAND.

Yes, she arrived with an attitude. She would prefer we call it ✨setting boundaries.✨

Pearl is a 2-year-old girl who came to the shelter with six other cats. At first, she served a little sass. Now? Her sweet side is stealing the show. 🥹💕

She’s ready for her next chapter: a home, a family, and fewer roommates. 😂🏡

Her adoption résumé:
🐾 Two years of experience being a cat.
💅 Strong opinions. Excellent delivery.
❤️ A sweet girl beneath that first impression.
📦 Will probably have feedback about your choice of boxes.

Who doesn’t love a little character development?

Contact Forsyth County Animal Shelter to learn more about adopting Pearl!

👇 If Pearl wrote a memoir, what would the title be? We’re voting for I Was Sassy for a Reason.

Share this girl—her future family needs to meet their leading lady. 🐈💖

10/28/2026

🚨 OUR LONGEST RESIDENT HAS WEEKEND PLANS: MEETING YOU. 🚨

Beasley is only 1 year old, but he’s already our longest-waiting resident. Let’s help change that. ❤️

This 50-pound puppy will be at Forsyth County Animal Shelter this weekend, ready to meet someone who sees his potential.

His foster mom says he’s doing well, making progress, and showing off just how smart he is! 🎓

🐾 “Shake”? Learned it.
🌀 “Spin”? Nailed it.
⏳ “Stay”? A work in progress. He’s a puppy, okay? 😂

Beasley is still learning how to navigate the world, and he’s been growing more comfortable around new people. He needs someone ready to keep building his confidence with patience, consistency, and continued training.

You don’t have to know every trick to deserve a family.

Come meet Beasley this weekend. Ask our team about his foster experience, routine, and support needs—and see whether this big puppy could be your match. 🏡

Can’t adopt? Share this post. Beasley’s person might be one share away. 💛

Address

5570 Sturmer Park Circle
Winston-Salem, NC
27105

Opening Hours

Tuesday	12pm - 4pm
Wednesday	12pm - 4pm
Thursday	12pm - 4pm
Friday	12pm - 4pm
Saturday	12pm - 4pm

Telephone

+13367032480

Website

https://www.co.forsyth.nc.us/AnimalShelter/

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