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.

 

Teeny

 

This beautiful kitten is a feast for your eyes from the tips of her tufted ears to the tip of her plume-like tail. Her beautiful American, medium-hair coat features an array of colors of ebony, ivory and pale butterscotch. With a sweet, calm and gentle nature, 3-month-old Teeny will steal your heart, and she will fit well into a variety of home settings. When given the love, warmth and stability of a good forever home she will blossom into a devoted friend, pet and companion. Teeny’s ID is No. 0927. Come in; Teeny will love to meet you. She’s available at the shelter.

 

Alexa

Sweet, friendly, and oh, how she wants to be loved — that’s Alexa. Approximately 1-year-old, this gorgeous, female, black, tan and white hound-mix, has trim body and long slim legs. People loving, Alexa, needs owner(s) willing to give her attention, lots of regular and consistent exercise, play may be included — in a fenced area or on a leash and patient obedience training. She deserves a good, loving forever home where she will be a faithful companion and pet. Come spend a little time with Alexa — ID No. 0922 — and see for yourself what a wonderful dog she is. She’s available at the shelter.