Hickory and Catawba County dog help

USEFUL DOG STUFF.

The page for everything that doesn't need its own building yet: adoption, lower-cost care, food assistance, animal services, seasonal tools and practical answers.

LOWER-COST HELP.

Wellness Clinic

Humane Society of Catawba County offers public low-cost vaccines, testing, microchips and nail trims. Current information lists an annual visit at $35.

CLINIC INFO

Spay & Neuter

The Humane Society schedules public spay/neuter appointments through its Hickory operation.

CALL 828-464-8878 DETAILS

Pet Food Assistance

Catawba County Animal Services provides temporary pet-food assistance to county residents, subject to donations and eligibility.

APPLY / DETAILS

GET A DOG.

Humane Society of Catawba County

Adoption, wellness care, spay/neuter, microchipping and community support.

828-464-8878

VIEW HUMANE SOCIETY

Catawba County Animal Services

County shelter and adoption services in Newton.

828-466-6812

ADOPT A PET

OTHER NUMBERS WORTH SAVING.

Animal Cruelty Hotline

Catawba County Animal Services
828-465-7945

CALL

ASPCA Poison Control

24/7 poison-related emergency help.
888-426-4435

CALL

24/7 Hickory Emergency Vet

Carolina Animal Specialty & Emergency
828-328-6697

CALL

TINY DOG TOOLS.

Walk Temperature Check

How hot is it?

This does not measure pavement, humidity, sun exposure or your individual dog's tolerance.

Dog Age Estimator

Put your dog in the machine.

HICKORY DOG FAQ.

Where is the 24/7 emergency vet?

Carolina Animal Specialty & Emergency, 1050 US Highway 321 NW, Hickory. 828-328-6697.

Where are the off-leash dog parks?

Hickory Optimist Park, St. Stephens Park, Riverbend Park and Mountain Creek Park are the main local options covered here. County parks have pass and vaccination requirements.

Where can I get a microchip?

The Humane Society of Catawba County offers microchips through its public wellness services. Check current scheduling and pricing before visiting.

Does Catawba County help with dog food?

Yes. Animal Services has a temporary pet-food assistance program for Catawba County residents, depending on donated supplies and eligibility.

Who do I call about animal cruelty?

Catawba County Animal Services lists an animal cruelty hotline at 828-465-7945.