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Watauga Humane Society in Boone, North Carolina

Directions (828) 264-7865 wataugahumane.org
Overview

About Watauga Humane Society

Watauga Humane Society is a humane society in Boone, Watauga County, North Carolina. It is registered with the IRS as a tax-exempt organization, recognized in 1971. It is operated by Watauga County. The nearest other listed shelter or rescue is Ashe Humane Society, about 13 mi away.

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36.22192, -81.59610

Animals & services

What Watauga Humane Society does

  • Pet adoption Not available
  • Accepts owner surrenders Not available
  • Lost and found pets Not available
  • Foster program Not available
  • Volunteer program Not available
  • Spay and neuter clinic Not available
  • Vaccination clinic Not available
  • Microchipping Not available
  • No-kill (stated) Not available
  • Wheelchair accessible Not available
  • Dogs Yes
  • Cats Yes
  • Rabbits and small animals Not available
  • Birds Not available
  • Reptiles Not available
  • Horses Not available
  • Farm animals Not available
  • Wildlife Not available
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Frequently asked questions

Where is Watauga Humane Society located?

Watauga Humane Society is at 312 Paws Way, Boone, NC 28607 in Watauga County.

What are the hours of Watauga Humane Society?

The recorded opening hours are Tu-Su 12:30-17:00. Adoption hours and intake hours are often different, so check with the shelter at (828) 264-7865 before you go.

How do I adopt from Watauga Humane Society?

Start on wataugahumane.org, where most shelters and rescues list their adoptable animals and application form. Expect an application, a meeting with the animal and an adoption fee, which usually covers spay or neuter surgery, first vaccinations and a microchip.

Can I surrender a pet to Watauga Humane Society?

Call the shelter before you bring an animal in. Many shelters and most rescues take owner surrenders by appointment only, some charge a surrender fee, and some keep a waiting list. Ask whether they offer a rehoming program or pet food and vet assistance first; many surrenders can be avoided with short-term help. The municipal animal control shelter is usually required to accept animals from residents of its city or county.

Are donations to Watauga Humane Society tax-deductible?

Watauga Humane Society matches an IRS record for a tax-exempt animal welfare organization (EIN 23-7128331), with reported annual revenue of about $1,090,637. Donations to 501(c)(3) charities are usually tax-deductible; ask the organization for a receipt. Many shelters also post a wish list of supplies they need.

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