Animal Protection Society of Durham (Durham County Animal Shelter)
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Hours: Mon-Tue 11am-5pm; Wed 11am-6pm; Thu-Fri 11am-5pm; Sat 10am-4pm; closed Sun. Animal visits must be completed within 30 minutes of closing.
- What it is
- Shelters and rescues
- Who it helps
- Surrenders are accepted from Durham County residents.
- Where
- Durham County
- Status
- Open
- Checked
- on the official website, November 5, 2026
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Nonprofit that runs the Durham County Animal Shelter, an open-admission shelter that takes in any domesticated animal from Durham County. Offers adoptions of dogs, cats and other animals, lost and found help, fostering and resources for pet owners.
How to reach them
Where: 2117 E. Club Blvd., Durham, NC 27704
Hours: Mon-Tue 11am-5pm; Wed 11am-6pm; Thu-Fri 11am-5pm; Sat 10am-4pm; closed Sun. Animal visits must be completed within 30 minutes of closing.
Good to know
- Who can use it: Surrenders are accepted from Durham County residents.
- How to get started: Visit during open hours or call (919) 560-0640. To surrender a pet, make an appointment by calling (919) 560-0640, ext. 9.
Emergency? Call your veterinarian or the nearest 24-hour emergency hospital now, and tell them if cost is a barrier. Emergency signs and poison hotlines
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