The shelter will be closed Saturday in observance of Easter.

Those interested in adopting a pet should inquire at the Betsy Bailey Nelson Animal Control Facility, 3931 U.S. Highway 264 East, from 1 p.m. until 5:30 p.m. Mondays through Fridays and 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. Saturdays. Because of overcrowded conditions, the animals listed are only available as indicated.

All adoptions are on a first-come, first-served basis. To see more animals available for adoption, visit www.petango.com/beaufortcountyNC, visit ENC Shelter Dogs, ENC Shelter Cats and Washington Cat Rescue on Facebook or call 252-946-4517 for more information. The Humane Society of Beaufort County can also be found on Facebook at www.facebook.com/BeaufortCountyNCHumaneSociety.

Requests for more information with regard to the animals appearing in Pets of the Week may be directed to shelter staff in person at the shelter during business hours or by emailing animal.control@co.beaufort.nc.us — always use the animal’s ID number.

Please note, the shelter is closed on the first Wednesday of each month for cleaning and maintenance.

 

Peanut

Friendly, happy, smart and approximately 1 year old, Peanut is a medium-size, attractive brown/black Shepherd-mix girl. Loving and very active, she will do best with a loving, attentive and active family with owner(s) willing to work with Peanut, give her obedience training, plenty of regular exercise and play in a, preferably, fenced area or on a leash, take her with them on their outings and give her a good forever home. When making inquiries about Peanut, always use her ID: No. 0300. Come meet her, she’s available at the shelter.

 

Cheyenne

This large, tan/black Shepard mix is a friendly and smart girl. When she smiles and tries to engage you in play, well, she will just steal your heart! At approximately 2 years old, Cheyenne displays a quiet and sweet nature, loving people and their attention. She will make a wonderful family pet and do best with owner(s) willing to give her their love and attention, a good forever home, and exercise in a fenced area or on a leash. When making inquiries, always use Cheyenne’s ID: No. 0295. Come in and meet this great dog; she’s available at the shelter.