The Humane Society of Charlotte

Our mission is to champion the wellbeing of companion animals and strengthen their bond with the people who know, love, and need them.

Founded in 1978, the Humane Society of Charlotte works to improve our community by creating new, loving families for companion animals and building a future where there are no homeless or unwanted pets.

HSC serves the Greater Charlotte region through adoption, spay and neuter services, affordable veterinary care, behavior support, and pet retention programs that help keep animals with the people who love them. This work is ongoing. For every animal who finds a home, another animal in need arrives at our shelter, making community support essential to our mission.

HSC is a private, independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit and is not affiliated with any other animal welfare organizations. We receive no government funding and rely on the generosity of animal lovers, grants, bequests, and fees for service to sustain and grow our impact. Together, we are building a more humane Charlotte.

Adoptions, Fostering Program, Spay/Neuter Services, Medical Care, Training/Behavior, Public Education, Volunteer Program

Start by checking HSC’s website for available pets. Listings update every 30 minutes, and all animals are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

When you arrive, check in with the Adoptions Team. An adoption counselor will talk with you about your lifestyle, preferences, and what you are looking for in a pet. This is not an interview. It is simply a conversation to help find the right fit. Staff will share what they know about each pet’s medical history, behavior, and personality.

Once you find your match, you can complete the adoption after the pet has been spayed or neutered. Staff will review medical records, vaccines, behavior notes, microchip information, and adoption paperwork before you head home.

After adoption, HSC will follow up to see how things are going. If you or your new pet need support while adjusting, the team is available to help.