Animal Sanctuaries in North Carolina
There are 16 animal sanctuaries in North Carolina in our directory. Sanctuaries give animals a permanent home instead of placing them for adoption. Many care for farm animals, horses, exotic animals or animals that cannot be rehomed.
Listed when the source records a sanctuary or the official name says sanctuary.
Animal Sanctuaries in North Carolina
- Grandy Beagle Rescue and Animal Sanctuary160 Barnard Rd · Poplar Branch, NCAnimal sanctuary
- Smith Farm Goat Sanctuary7221 Sunset Lake Rd · Fuquay-Varina, NCAnimal sanctuary
- Bovata Gardens Sanctuary4228 Old Julian Rd · Julian, NCAnimal sanctuary
- Charlie’s Angels Animal Sanctuary, Inc.216 N Main St · Monroe, NCAnimal sanctuary
- Jenna and Friends Animal Sanctuary2403 Carl Durham Rd · Chapel Hill, NCAnimal sanctuary
- Touch of Grey Animal Sanctuary6171 Hickory Creek Rd · High Point, NCAnimal sanctuary
- Brajboro Cow Sanctuary6903 Gold Mine Loop · Chapel Hill, NCAnimal sanctuary
- Campbell Farm Animal Sanctuary560 NC-1332 · Bakersville, NCAnimal sanctuary
- Cape Fear Parrot Sanctuary331 Warren Brown Ln · Pink Hill, NCAnimal sanctuary
- Changing Hearts Farm Sanctuary306 College Farm Rd · Shelby, NCAnimal sanctuary
- Penderosa Rescue and Sanctuary256 Lamb Rd · Willard, NCAnimal sanctuary
- Rescue Tails Animal Sanctuary4461 16th St Pl NE · Hickory, NCAnimal sanctuary
- Farmshire Animal Sanctuary199 Safe Hvn Dr · Waynesville, NCAnimal sanctuary
- Blind Cat Rescue & Sanctuary, Inc.74 Prairie Lane, St Pauls, NC 28384 · St Pauls, NCAnimal sanctuary
- Fairytale Farm Rescue & Sanctuary8719 Sherfield Rd · Colfax, NCAnimal sanctuary
- Fairytale Farm Sanctuary480 Wayside Drive · Winston-Salem, NCAnimal sanctuary
Animal Sanctuaries by city in North Carolina
Other organization types in North Carolina
Frequently asked questions
What is an animal sanctuary?
Sanctuaries give animals a permanent home instead of placing them for adoption. Many care for farm animals, horses, exotic animals or animals that cannot be rehomed.
How many animal sanctuaries are in North Carolina?
We list 16 animal sanctuaries in North Carolina. Listed when the source records a sanctuary or the official name says sanctuary.
Why might an organization be missing from this list?
We only list an organization here when the source data, the official name or a verified correction confirms it. If you know one that belongs on this page, open its listing and use "Suggest a correction", or add it through our submission form.
How does adopting work?
Start on the shelter's or rescue's own website: most post their adoptable animals there and on Petfinder or Adopt-a-Pet. Visit or call to meet an animal, then fill in an adoption application. Expect to show a photo ID, and if you rent, proof that your landlord allows pets. The adoption fee usually covers spay or neuter surgery, first vaccinations and a microchip. Fees vary by organization and by animal, so ask the shelter directly.
Related guides
- What Is an Animal Sanctuary?How sanctuaries differ from shelters and zoos, farm animal and wildlife sanctuaries, accreditation and how to visit responsibly.
- How to Volunteer at an Animal ShelterAge rules, orientation, the kinds of volunteer roles available and how to choose a shelter or rescue that fits your schedule.
- How to Adopt a DogWhere to look, how the application, meet-and-greet and home check work, what it costs, and how to pick a dog that fits your life.
- How to Adopt a CatShelters, rescues and adoption events compared, the application process, kittens versus adult cats, and setting up your home.