Forsyth Humane Society

4881 Country Club Road Winston-Salem, North Carolina 27104
Dogs & Cats
Forsyth Humane Society animal shelter in Winston-Salem, NC
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Hours of operation

  1. Monday Closed
  2. Tuesday 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM, 2:00 - 6:00 PM
  3. Wednesday 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM, 2:00 - 6:00 PM
  4. Thursday 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM, 2:00 - 6:00 PM
  5. Friday 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM, 2:00 - 6:00 PM
  6. Saturday 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM, 2:00 - 6:00 PM Today
  7. Sunday Closed

Hours as reported by the shelter. Call ahead before visiting — holiday and intake hours can differ.

About this shelter

Forsyth Humane Society in Winston-Salem, NC

Forsyth Humane Society is a humane society located in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, about 6 miles east of the city. Founded in 1941, it has been caring for the animals of Forsyth County for over 80 years, offering cats and dogs for adoption along with foster care, a low-cost spay/neuter clinic, a pet food pantry, and other community resources. Its mission centers on the welfare of local animals, guided by the motto "Adopt Educate Love." The shelter is open Tuesday through Saturday, 10:00 AM–1:00 PM and 2:00–6:00 PM.

Before you go

Adopting from Forsyth Humane Society

Adoption process

Applicants must be 18 or older, submit an online adoption application for a dog or cat, and then the adoptions team follows up to review arrangements, medical history, and behavioral needs before finalizing the adoption; all adopted animals must be spayed or neutered as a condition of adoption.

Service area
Forsyth County, North Carolina
Animals served
Dogs & Cats

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