Rockingham Animal Shelter & Control: Adoption Hours 2026

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Rockingham Animal Shelter & Control: Adoption Hours 2026

The official shelter behind most searches for “Rockingham Animal Shelter” is Rockingham County Animal Shelter at 250 Cherokee Camp Road, Reidsville, NC 27320. It handles public adoptions, stray intake and owner reclaim, owner surrenders by appointment, foster support, rabies vaccinations and community pet resources.

Animal Control is a separate Sheriff’s Office service. That distinction matters: call the shelter when you want to adopt or reclaim a pet, but call 336-634-3300 when you need Animal Control assistance with a stray animal, livestock, cruelty complaint, animal bite or another field-service issue.

Adoption Hours Emergency & Important Contacts Lost / Found Pet Help
250 Cherokee Camp Road Shelter: 336-394-0075 Animal Control: 336-634-3300 Adoption Mon–Sat 1–4:30
Fast answer: Rockingham County Animal Shelter is at 250 Cherokee Camp Road, Reidsville, NC 27320. Shelter phone: 336-394-0075. Adoption hours: Monday–Saturday, 1:00–4:30 p.m.. Closed Sundays and county holidays. Adult dog adoption: $75. Puppy: $110. Cat: $15. Animal Control: 336-634-3300.
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Verified September 23, 2026

Address, phone, service-specific hours, adoption fees, Animal Control contacts, Sheriff’s non-emergency line, rabies/public-health routing and community spay/neuter resources were checked against current Rockingham County sources.

LOCAL

Adoption desk ≠ Animal Control

The shelter specifically tells residents not to call the adoption desk for cruelty reports or stray pickup. Field-service calls go to the Sheriff’s Office Animal Control division.

GUIDE

Independent information

Animal-Shelter.org is not Rockingham County Government, Rockingham County Animal Shelter, the Sheriff’s Office, Public Health or an emergency-dispatch service.

Shelter Phone 336-394-0075
Animal Control 336-634-3300
Adult Dog $75
Cat Adoption $15

Start With the Right Rockingham County Service

The quickest way to get help is to call the department that actually handles your situation. Adoption, stray pickup, wildlife, rabies questions and surrender do not all use the same route.

Shelter Adoption / Reclaim Call 336-394-0075 for adoption, shelter visit, reclaim, surrender appointment and shelter-service questions. Dogs Check adoptable dogs Review the official current dog listings before traveling for one particular animal. Fees Current adoption prices Verify dog, puppy, cat, small-animal and farm-animal fees on the county page. Control Animal Control Call 336-634-3300 for field assistance with domestic animals, livestock, cruelty complaints and animal-bite reports. Lost Missing-pet guidance Use the county’s missing-pet steps, lost reports, shelter visits and flyer guidance. Help Low-cost pet care Rabies vaccines, spay/neuter voucher eligibility, pet-food assistance and local veterinary resources.

Rockingham Animal Shelter Adoption Hours 2026

Rockingham County publishes different times for adoption, stray drop-off, pet reclaim, owner surrender and rabies vaccination. Do not use the general building hours as though every service is available all day.

Service Official current timing What visitors should know
Adoption Monday–Saturday
1:00 p.m.–4:30 p.m. 		Check adoptable animals first and leave enough time to meet the pet and complete the process.
Sunday / holidays Closed Normal public adoption service is not available.
Stray drop-off & owner reclaim Mon–Fri:
9:00–11:30 a.m.
& 1:00–4:00 p.m. 		Saturday service is listed as appointment only.
Owner surrender Appointment only Do not arrive expecting guaranteed walk-in surrender. Call 336-394-0075 first.
1-year rabies vaccine Mon–Fri:
9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
& 1:00–5:00 p.m. 		$10. Saturday is by appointment. The county community-resources page says weekday vaccines are available without an appointment.
General contact-page hours Mon–Fri: 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Sat: 1:00–4:30 p.m. 		Service-specific times above take priority for planning.
Late-afternoon vaccine note: the official shelter page currently lists weekday rabies vaccinations until 5 p.m., while its general contact footer lists weekday shelter hours ending at 4 p.m. Call 336-394-0075 before planning a vaccine visit after 4 p.m.

How to Adopt From Rockingham County Animal Shelter

Adoption is easier when the practical pieces are settled before you walk through the door. Start with current animals, then use your time at the shelter to decide whether the pet fits your actual home—not just whether the photo made you smile.

Check current pets

Review the official dog and cat listings shortly before your visit. Availability can change quickly.

Visit during adoption hours

Adoption hours are Monday through Saturday from 1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Meet the animal

Ask staff about known behavior, energy level, medical notes, handling and what the pet has been like in the shelter.

Confirm the current fee

Some animals may be sponsored, so the amount due can be lower than the standard published fee.

Understand included veterinary care

Dog and cat adoption fees include specific vaccines, microchip, spay/neuter and other preventive care listed by the county.

Prepare transport and the first night

Bring secure transport and keep the first evening calm. A shelter pet may need quiet time before showing its normal personality.

Rockingham County Animal Shelter Adoption Fees

Animal Current listed fee What the official page says is included
Adult dog $75 Spay/neuter, microchip, rabies vaccine, DA2PPV, Bordetella, deworming and heartworm test for dogs over 6 months.
Puppy $110 Dog adoption-care package applies; age-appropriate details may vary.
Cat $15 Spay/neuter, microchip, rabies vaccine, FVRCP, deworming and FeLV/FIV testing.
Small farm animal $5 Examples given by the county include chickens, roosters and ducks.
Large farm animal $25 County examples include pigs and goats.
Small companion animal $5 When available, examples include rabbits, hamsters, gerbils and birds.
Sponsored animals: Rockingham County notes that some pets may have sponsorships that reduce the adoption price. If you have one particular animal in mind, call 336-394-0075 and ask for that pet’s current fee.

Reclaim Fees, Rabies Proof & Stray Drop-Off

Reclaim / shelter service Current fee Important detail
Redemption fee $25 Base reclaim charge for an impounded animal.
Daily boarding $12 / day Total can increase the longer the animal remains impounded.
Bite quarantine $16 / day Separate quarantine charge where applicable.
Rabies vaccine $10 Bring the pet’s current rabies certificate when reclaiming.
Owner-requested euthanasia $15 Confirm eligibility, procedure and current policy directly before visiting.
Rabies paperwork can save time: the shelter asks reclaiming owners to bring the pet’s current rabies certificate. If current proof cannot be provided, the shelter says a 1-year rabies vaccine must be administered under North Carolina law.

Lost or Found Pet in Rockingham County

A missing pet can turn an ordinary day into a frightening one. The county’s own guidance recommends repeated shelter checks rather than relying on one phone description.

If your pet is missing

  • Contact and physically visit area shelters, including surrounding counties when appropriate.
  • Rockingham County recommends checking the shelter every 2–3 days because new strays arrive regularly.
  • Bring a current color photograph that staff can keep with the missing-animal report.
  • Update your microchip registry with current phone and address information.
  • Post flyers around the last-seen area and check quiet hiding places early in the morning.
  • The shelter says missing-animal reports are retained for 60 days.

If you found a stray

  • Record the exact location where the animal was found.
  • Safely check for a visible tag when the animal allows it.
  • Use 336-634-3300 when Animal Control pickup or field assistance is needed.
  • For public stray drop-off, use the shelter’s service-specific intake hours rather than adoption hours.
  • Keep a found animal separated from resident pets until health and ownership are clearer.

Owner Surrender Is By Appointment

Do not arrive expecting same-day walk-in surrender. Rockingham County lists owner surrenders as appointment only. Call 336-394-0075 first and explain the animal’s species, age, medical status, behavior and why you need help. A standard current owner-surrender fee was not clearly published on the main official shelter page reviewed for this update, so this guide does not invent one.

Rockingham County Animal Control

Rockingham County Animal Control is administered through the Sheriff’s Office. Deputies handle domestic-animal and livestock field work, law enforcement and animal-welfare investigations.

STRAY

Stray domestic animals

Animal Control can respond to domestic animals running loose and works to reunite animals with owners where possible.

STOCK

Loose livestock

Sheriff’s Animal Control duties include loose livestock as well as domestic companion animals.

LAW

Cruelty & ordinance enforcement

Deputies enforce local and state animal laws and investigate animal cruelty and related complaints.

Animal Control office hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.. Request Animal Control assistance at 336-634-3300.
Wildlife is different: the county says routine Animal Control service is for domestic pets and livestock. For general wildlife problems, it directs residents to the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission at 888-248-6834. Suspected rabies or unusually acting wildlife requires the specific rabies/public-safety route below.

Emergency & Important Contacts — Rockingham County NC

Contact Number Verified purpose
Rockingham County Animal Shelter 336-394-0075 Adoption, shelter, reclaim, surrender appointment, rabies-vaccine and shelter-service questions.
Rockingham County Animal Control 336-634-3300 Domestic animal/livestock field service, stray pickup, cruelty investigations and bite reports.
Emergency 911 Crime in progress, assault/violence, medical emergency, fire, life-and-death situation and other listed emergencies.
Sheriff’s 24/7 Non-Emergency 336-634-3232 Sheriff’s Office non-emergency reporting and assistance. This is not the normal daytime Animal Control line.
Rockingham County Public Health 336-342-8140 Local Health Department / Division of Public Health. Contact after an animal bite or possible rabies exposure along with appropriate medical care.
NC Wildlife Resources Commission 888-248-6834 General wildlife problems and connection to a local wildlife officer.
No separate shelter after-hours Animal Control hotline was verified. For an immediate threat to life or an active dangerous emergency, call 911. For appropriate non-emergency Sheriff’s assistance outside normal Animal Control hours, the county publishes 336-634-3232 as its 24-hour non-emergency line.

Animal Bites, Rabies & 2026 Rockingham County Risk

Rabies is one place where waiting for an online answer is the wrong move. Rockingham County says anyone bitten or scratched by an animal should seek medical attention and contact the Health Department.

Wash the wound

Gently and thoroughly wash a bite or scratch with soap and generous amounts of water.

Seek medical care

Rockingham County’s rabies guidance says to obtain immediate medical care after an animal bite.

Contact Public Health

Call Rockingham County Division of Public Health at 336-342-8140 and explain what happened.

Contact Animal Control when appropriate

If the animal cannot be safely contained or needs to be collected for rabies evaluation, use 336-634-3300.

Local 2026 context: Rockingham County Public Health announced multiple confirmed or presumed wildlife rabies cases during summer 2026, involving foxes, a skunk and a raccoon. Keep dogs and cats current on rabies vaccination, avoid wildlife behaving unusually, and do not try to handle a suspected rabid animal.

$10 Rabies Vaccines, Spay/Neuter Help & Pet-Food Support

Rockingham County Animal Shelter is not presented by the county as a full-service public veterinary hospital, but it does provide several practical animal-health resources.

$10

1-year rabies vaccine

The shelter currently lists 1-year rabies vaccinations at $10. Weekday vaccination windows are published on the main shelter page.

VCHR

Low-cost spay/neuter vouchers

Residents receiving qualifying government assistance such as Medicaid, food assistance or disability benefits may qualify for the shelter’s low-cost voucher program.

FOOD

Pet food pantry

The shelter’s community-resources page also lists a pet-food pantry for local owners who need help.

How to apply for the low-cost spay/neuter voucher

  • Bring identification.
  • Bring proof of qualifying government assistance.
  • Bring proof that the pet’s rabies vaccination is current.
  • Apply in person Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–12 p.m. or 1–4:30 p.m.
  • The voucher covers the surgery cost only.
  • The county says approved scheduling providers include Humane Society of the Piedmont and Reidsville Veterinary Hospital.
Veterinarian / clinic schema note: current official shelter pages do not identify a routine public shelter veterinarian or describe RCAS as a full-service veterinary clinic. Therefore this page does not invent a veterinarian, examination schedule, veterinary appointment fee, `VeterinaryCare`, `Physician`, `MedicalClinic` or `Hospital` schema.

Foster a Rockingham County Shelter Pet

Fostering can help an animal that needs more time than a busy kennel can comfortably provide. The shelter uses foster homes for animals that may be too young, need socialization, or need time for health-related reasons.

18+

Foster age

Rockingham County says foster parents must be 18 or older.

HOME

Foster animals stay indoors

The official foster rules require foster animals to be kept in a safe indoor environment.

VET

Medical care returns through RCAS

Fosters return animals to the shelter for weight checks, vaccines, spay/neuter appointments and other veterinary care directed by the Foster Manager.

Do not privately rehome a foster animal. Rockingham County says foster adoptions must go through Rockingham County Animal Shelter.

Doggie Day Out: Help Without Long-Term Foster Commitment

Rockingham County’s Doggie Day Out program gives shelter dogs a break from the kennel for a day. It can be a practical way to help when you care about shelter animals but cannot foster or adopt right now.

DAY

Take a shelter dog out

County examples include a park walk, scenic hike, dog-friendly store or other appropriate daytime outing.

GEAR

Shelter provides basic gear

RCAS says it provides a leash, collar, harness, collapsible water bowl and waste bags.

CALL

Sign up by calling

The current program page instructs participants to contact the shelter to arrange a Doggie Day Out.

Volunteer, Sponsor or Donate

16+

Volunteer

The shelter says volunteers must be at least 16 years old and complete the county’s background-check/drug-test process.

SPONSOR

Sponsor an animal

Shelter sponsorships can reduce or fully cover a dog’s adoption fee depending on the sponsorship amount.

NEEDS

Donate useful supplies

Current needs include selected dog/cat food, litter, towels, cleaning products, durable toys, carriers and other shelter-care supplies.

Rockingham County Animal Shelter Leadership

DIR

Brittany Flynn

Current official Rockingham County shelter pages identify Brittany Flynn as Director of Rockingham County Animal Shelter.

VET?

No routine public veterinarian listed

Rockingham County does not currently identify a regular public-facing shelter veterinarian on the shelter’s main service pages. A veterinarian who participates in a special rabies event should not automatically be labeled as the shelter’s doctor.

What to Bring Before Visiting

Adoption visit

  • Pet name or screenshot from the official listing.
  • Payment method after confirming the current fee or sponsorship.
  • Safe cat carrier or dog leash/harness/crate setup.
  • Housing approval if your rental or HOA has pet restrictions.
  • Questions about behavior, medical notes and first-week care.

Reclaim visit

  • Current rabies certificate.
  • Photos showing the pet is yours.
  • Microchip information when available.
  • Veterinary or ownership records when available.
  • Safe transport for the trip home.

Why Your Exact Location Matters in Rockingham County

The Sheriff’s Office notes that law-enforcement responsibility is shared with municipal agencies in places including Eden, Madison, Mayodan, Reidsville and Stoneville. When reporting an animal issue, start with the exact street address or cross streets rather than only the town name.

Useful call detail: tell dispatch whether the animal is loose, confined, injured, aggressive, involved in a bite, suspected of neglect, livestock, or wildlife. That description helps the call reach the right service.

Map: Rockingham County Animal Shelter

Verified department address: 250 Cherokee Camp Road, Reidsville, NC 27320 . Call before driving for one specific pet or a time-sensitive service.

Source-quality note: one secondary county facility-directory record currently displays an obviously unrelated Oregon street address. This guide does not use that record. The primary Rockingham County Animal Shelter department, adoption and fee pages consistently identify the shelter at 250 Cherokee Camp Road, Reidsville, NC 27320.

Official Rockingham County Resources

Use the county pages below for live pet availability, holiday changes, updated policies and same-day instructions.

RCAS Animal Shelter Official hours, address, phone, adoption timing and intake/reclaim information. DOGS Adoptable Dogs Official current dog listings. FEES Adoption & Reclaim Fees Current standard adoption and shelter-service prices. CTRL Animal Control Sheriff’s Animal Control phone, duties, hours and wildlife routing. LOST Finding Your Missing Pet Shelter checks, reports, photos, microchips and missing-pet search tips. CARE Community Pet Resources Spay/neuter vouchers, rabies vaccines, food pantry and regional low-cost resources. FOSTER Foster Program Foster eligibility, care responsibilities and application. DAY Doggie Day Out Short-term shelter-dog enrichment program. HELP Help the Shelter Volunteer, sponsorship and donation information. 911 County 911 Guidance Official emergency and 24-hour non-emergency routing. BITE Rockingham County Rabies Guidance Bite/scratch steps, Public Health and Animal Control guidance. PH Rockingham County Public Health Local Health Department contact and services.

Rockingham Animal Shelter FAQ

Where is Rockingham County Animal Shelter?

The shelter is at 250 Cherokee Camp Road, Reidsville, NC 27320.

What is the Rockingham County Animal Shelter phone number?

The shelter phone number is 336-394-0075.

What are Rockingham Animal Shelter adoption hours?

Adoption hours are Monday through Saturday from 1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. The shelter is closed Sundays and holidays.

How much is a dog adoption?

The current standard fee is $75 for an adult dog and $110 for a puppy. Sponsored animals may have a reduced adoption fee.

How much is a cat adoption?

The current standard cat adoption fee is $15.

What is included with a dog adoption?

Rockingham County lists spay/neuter, microchip, rabies shot, DA2PPV, Bordetella, deworming and a heartworm test for dogs over 6 months.

What is included with a cat adoption?

The county lists spay/neuter, microchip, rabies shot, FVRCP, deworming and FeLV/FIV testing.

Who do I call for Rockingham County Animal Control?

Call 336-634-3300. Normal Animal Control office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

What is the Sheriff’s 24-hour non-emergency number?

Rockingham County Sheriff’s Office lists 336-634-3232 as its 24-hour non-emergency line.

Does Rockingham County Animal Shelter accept owner surrenders?

Yes, but the current shelter page lists owner surrender as appointment only. Call 336-394-0075 before transporting an owned pet.

When can I drop off a stray or reclaim my pet?

Current shelter guidance lists Monday–Friday 9:00–11:30 a.m. and 1:00–4:00 p.m. Saturday is by appointment only.

How much is a rabies vaccination at the shelter?

The shelter currently lists a 1-year rabies vaccination at $10. The community-resources page says no appointment is required during the weekday vaccination service, while Saturday is listed as appointment only.

Does Rockingham County offer low-cost spay/neuter help?

Yes. Residents receiving qualifying government assistance may be eligible for low-cost spay/neuter vouchers. Applicants need ID, proof of assistance and proof of a current rabies vaccine.

What do I do after an animal bite in Rockingham County?

Wash the wound, seek medical attention and contact Rockingham County Public Health at 336-342-8140. Animal Control can be reached at 336-634-3300 when animal pickup or investigation is needed.

Does Animal Control handle wildlife?

The county says its normal Animal Control duties focus on domestic pets and livestock. For general wildlife issues, it directs residents to the NC Wildlife Resources Commission at 888-248-6834. Suspected rabies or unusual wildlife behavior should be reported through the county’s rabies/Animal Control guidance.

Can I foster an animal?

Yes. Rockingham County has a foster program. Foster parents must be at least 18 and shelter foster animals must be kept in a safe indoor environment.

What is Doggie Day Out?

Doggie Day Out lets approved participants take a shelter dog out for a daytime activity without making a long-term foster commitment. Contact the shelter to sign up.

Who is the Rockingham County Animal Shelter Director?

Current official county pages identify Brittany Flynn as Director of Rockingham County Animal Shelter.

Does Rockingham County Animal Shelter have a public veterinary clinic?

The shelter provides limited public animal-health resources including $10 rabies vaccinations and spay/neuter voucher assistance, but the current official pages do not describe RCAS as a full-service public veterinary clinic or publish a routine treating veterinarian for public appointments.

Is Animal-Shelter.org the official Rockingham County website?

No. Animal-Shelter.org is an independent informational guide. Use Rockingham County Government pages for live pet availability, official hours, fees, forms and emergency instructions.

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