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ASPCA Pet Food & Info Hotline : 888-808-0810. 7am - 7pm; 7 days, If you need pet info or food, call the above. Individuals, shelters/rescues, church, community centers, etc.Also call if you have questions about open vet clinics.

List of Animal Resources

Free Pet Food & Supply Distribution

Buncombe County

Haywood County

Henderson County

Madison County

Mitchell County

Yancey County

Free/Low Cost Veterinary Clinics

Buncombe County

Mitchell County

Rutherford County

Emergency Veterinary Expense Assistance

Temporary Pet Boarding

Spay/Neuter Assistance

Buncombe County

Haywood County

Other Regions

S/N Assistance - Still Closed

Open Veterinarians

Emergency Vets

Buncombe County

Haywood County

Henderson County

Transylvania County

Out of Area Cities/Out of State

Virtual Care

Livestock and Horse Care

Other Livestock Supply Distribution Sites

List of Animal Resources

Google Sheets list of animal resources, use tabs on the sheet to toggle through offerings: Link to Sheet

Free Pet Food & Supply Distribution

Buncombe County

Asheville Cat Weirdos Pantry

  • 2nd Tuesday of each month (11/12), 3-5pm. 4th Saturday of each month (11/23), 12-2pm. Hosted at House of Black Cat Magic, 841 Haywood Road, Asheville 28806. Contact: pantry@ashevillecatweirdos.org
  • Inquire by email about specialty/prescription food availability.

Asheville Humane Society

  • Monday-Friday, 10am-4pm, 14 Forever Friend Lane, Asheville 28806
  • Dog and cat food (dry & canned), cat litter, litter boxes, leashes, collars. Occasionally as available: puppy pads, no-pull harnesses, pet beds, small animal food, puppy/kitten food. (11/8: Source)

Asheville Humane Society–River Ridge

  • Monday-Friday, 10am-4pm, 800 River Ridge Drive C1 (rear of building), Asheville 28803
  • Dog and cat food (dry & canned), horse food, cat litter. (11/8: Source)

Asheville Humane Society–Underdog Martial Arts

  • Monday-Friday, 10am-4pm, 1156 Sweeten Creek Road, Asheville 28803
  • Dog and cat food, cat litter. (11/8: Source)

Big Ivy Community Center

  • Wednesday-Friday, 11am-4pm. Saturday 11am-2pm. 540 Dillingham Rd, Barnardsville 28709
  • Pet food. Cat litter and livestock feed as available. (11/12: Source)

Boxer Butts and Other Mutts

  • 11/16, 12-4pm, Ingles Market (3rd entrance just beyond the Ingles gas station). 550 NC-9, Black Mountain 28711
  • Dog and cat food (dry & canned), collars, harnesses, leashes, dog and cat toys, cat litter, supplements, dog beds , blankets , lots of FLEA and TICK MEDICATION, some farm animal feed.

Esther Neonatal Kitten Alliance

  • Monday-Saturday, 10am-3pm, 21 Pond Street, Arden 28704
  • Dog and cat food, cat litter. (10/26: Source)

Furever Friends Animal Rescue

  • Monday-Thursday, 8am-9pm. Friday-Saturday, 8am-5pm. Hosted at Haw Creek Animal Hospital, 1007 Tunnel Road, Asheville 28805. Text 828-348-7198 to contact.
  • Dog and cat food, litter, treats, blankets. Text for questions about specific item availability. Open some Sundays, text to confirm before going. Delivery can be arranged to locations within 30 minutes, depending on volunteer driver availability. (11/8: Source)

House of Black Cat Magic

  • Daily 12-6pm, 841 Haywood Road, Asheville 28806
  • Cat food. Sometimes cat litter and dog food as available. (10/25: Source)

Sister Kitten

  • Tuesdays and Saturdays, 10am-4pm, hosted at Asheville Veterinary Associates West, 50 New Leicester Hwy, Asheville 28806
  • Dog and cat food, cat litter, water, other pet supplies. (Source)

South Asheville Veterinary Emergency & Specialty (SAVES)

  • Daily in the lobby 8am-6pm, 1836 Hendersonville Road, Asheville 28803
  • Pet food and supplies. (10/12: Source)

Need something closer? Check out our other distribution centers in:

  • Unete in Emma
  • MANNA Food Bank/WNC Farmer's Market

Haywood County

Misfit Mountain

  • Wednesday 11/20, 2-6pm. Saturday 11/23, 10am-2pm. 922 Incinerator Road, Clyde 28721
  • Dog and cat food, cat litter, small animal food, livestock feed, collars, leashes, litter boxes, crates, toys. (11/12: Source)

Henderson County

Blue Ridge Humane Society

  • 24/7 pet food pickup. 88 Centipede Lane, Hendersonville 28792 (11/13: correspondence w/ BRHS)

Charlie’s Angels Animal Rescue

  • Tuesday-Saturday, 10am-4pm, 5526 Hendersonville Road, Fletcher 28732
  • Dog and cat food. (11/14: Source)

Madison County

Madison County Animal Services

  • Days/hours of distribution not yet verified. 389 Long Branch Rd, Marshall 28753. Regular phone lines are still down, use temporary phone number 828-319-5343 to contact.

Madison County Fairgrounds

  • 11/21-11/23, 12/5-12/7, and 12/12-12/14. 10am-5pm, 330 Carolina Ln, Marshall 28753
  • Pet food, household supplies. (11/14: Source)

Mitchell County

Mitchell County Animal Rescue

  • Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, 8am-4:30pm. Wednesday, Saturday, Sunday 8-11am. 2492 Hwy 19E, Spruce Pine 28777. 828-765-6952.
  • Dog and cat food, cat litter, other pet supplies. Sometimes chicken food. (Days/Hours updated 11/12: Source)

Yancey County

Burnsville Veterinary Clinic

  • Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm. Saturday 8am-12pm. 210 Burnsville School Rd, Burnsville 28714
  • Pet food, cat litter, leashes, harnesses, bedding, treats. (11/1: Source)

Yancey County Humane Society

  • Hours of operation not confirmed, possibly Monday-Tuesday and Thursday-Saturday, 12-4pm. 211 Kind Hearts Way, Burnsville 28714 (11/8: Source)
  • Dog and cat food, cat litter, blankets.

Free/Low Cost Veterinary Clinics

Buncombe County

Asheville Humane Society

  • 11/20 & 11/21, 10am-3pm, 16 Forever Friend Lane, Asheville 28806
  • Offering core vaccines $5 (Rabies, DHPP, Bordetella, FVRCP). Microchips for $10, and flea/tick/heartworm preventatives (free while supplies last, pricing variable after donated supplies run out). Limited urgent care appointments available for minor injuries and illnesses, $35 exam fee.
  • All services are free for Emma and Deaverview residents with proof of residency.
  • Appointments REQUIRED for urgent care. Appointments preferred for vaccine/wellness, but walk-ins are welcome. Register: tinyurl.com/affordablepetclinic 

Boxer Butts and Other Mutts

  • 11/16, 12-4pm, Ingles Market (3rd entrance just beyond the Ingles gas station). 550 NC-9, Black Mountain 28711
  • Free FLEA and TICK medications and pet supplements only. No veterinary services or other medications provided.

Mitchell County

Mitchell County Animal Rescue

  • 11/16, 9am-3pm, Mitchell County Courthouse. 328 Longview Drive, Bakersville 28705
  • Free clinic. Urgent care, emergency care, prescription refills, flea and tick meds, and some vaccinations (until supplies run out.) (Source: Facebook)

Rutherford County

Heart of the Foothills Animal Rescue

  • 11/20, 12:30-4:30pm. 11/21, 9am-3pm. 380 US Hwy 221 North, Rutherfordton 28139 (Source: Facebook)
  • Free clinic, donations encouraged. Urgent & emergency vet care, flea & tick medicines, and some vaccinations while supplies last. Please remain in your cars. This will be done drive thru style with a number placed on your windshield. It is first come, first serve. Do not arrive more than 1hr prior to the clinic start time.

Emergency Veterinary Expense Assistance

Asheville Cat Weirdos - Emergency Veterinary Assistance Program

  • For residents of all Western NC counties, cats only. Issues vouchers directly to veterinarians to cover some or all of the cost of your cat’s emergency vet visit. Pet cats only, not including strays or community cats. Response time may be 24 hours or more. Apply online, details and application here: https://ashevillecatweirdos.org/request-assistance/

Asheville Humane Society - Community Solutions

  • Buncombe County residents only. Issues vouchers directly to veterinarians to cover some of the cost of your pet’s emergency vet visit. Cannot guarantee same-day response and applications are processed Monday-Friday. Apply online OR leave a voicemail at 828-761-2008. If you have a spam blocker, add the Helpline number as a contact so you receive calls from AHS. If your voicemail box is not set up or is full, leave an alternate number where you can be reached.

Blue Ridge Humane Society - Vet Assistance

  • Henderson County residents only. Issues vouchers to help with emergency care costs. Cannot reimburse for expenses already incurred. Max $200. Apply online.

Brother Wolf - Stay Together Program

  • All payments will be made to veterinary partners or hospitals, and only after treatment costs have been reviewed and approved. Submitting a request does not guarantee approval. Please note that we are unable to cover any expenses that have already been incurred; no reimbursements will be issued. Apply online, details and application here: https://www.bwar.org/stay-together/

Friends of Madison County Animals - Vet Assistance Program

  • Madison County residents only. Issues vouchers to help with emergency care costs. Vouchers are only issued during business hours. To apply, call 828-649-9798. (11/14: Source)

Lists of other veterinary assistance organizations:

Temporary Pet Boarding

These are services offering temporary boarding or temporary foster care for people who are not able to house their pets due to the effects of Hurricane Helene, with the goal of reuniting once the owner’s situation has stabilized.

ASPCA - Hurricane Helene Response

Misfit Mountain - Summer Camp Temporary Foster Program

  • This program helps keep the animal out of overcrowded shelters while giving owners the respite they need. While their animals are in our care we provide sterilization, vaccines, medical care, and food when needed. Apply online: https://www.misfitmountainnc.org/summer-camp-program

Spay/Neuter Assistance

Affordable spay/neuter availability has been greatly impacted by Hurricane Helene. Many high-volume surgery providers have not begun performing procedures yet because of the lack of potable water or are operating at reduced capacity. If you need an affordable spay/neuter done urgently, also consider options outside of WNC.

Buncombe County

Asheville Humane Society

  • (11/12, Source: correspondence w/ AHS) Accepting people for the spay/neuter assistance waitlist. Wait times were 2-3 months before the hurricane. To qualify, you must be a Buncombe Co. resident and a member of your family must receive some form of government assistance. It may take 4+ weeks from your application to hear back confirming a spot on the waitlist due to the volume of applications. Apply online: https://waitwhile.com/locations/spayneuter/welcome 

ASPCA Spay/Neuter Alliance

  • (Updated 11/12) Has resumed surgeries at a small scale, open for limited public bookings. New appointments are opened up for registration at 10am on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays, so try to register at those times. Registration available here: https://www.aspca.org/aspca-spay-neuter-alliance
  • For community (feral) cats, email spayneuter@aspca.org

Binx’s Home for Black Cats

  • Thursdays, drop-off 9am, pickup same-day 3-5pm. Hosted at House of Black Cat Magic, 841 Haywood Road, Asheville 28806. (11/9: Source)
  • Male cats only, $75. Vaccines and microchips available for additional fee. Cats must be in a trap or carrier. Registration required. Register online here.

Mountain Pet Rescue

  • (11/9. Source: correspondence w/ Mountain Pet Rescue) Now operating again. Short-notice cat appointments ($75) and dog appointments ($100). Appointments are usually made 1-3 days before the procedure. Vaccines and microchips available for additional fee.
  • Dog waitlist registration: https://forms.gle/JzCtnSMdj58cX73Y8 
  • Cat waitlist registration: https://forms.gle/GyLdTk7jESeQN9zV8

Open Door Veterinary Care

Haywood County

Salem’s Sanctuary

Other Regions

Animal Allies Spay & Neuter Clinic - Spartanburg, SC

  • Appointments for dogs ($90-300, depending on weight) and cats ($60-75). Transports available to bring pets dropped off in Forest City, NC to/from the clinic. For transport questions, call 864-576-6971 option 1. For appointments, call that same number or email animalalliesappointments@yahoo.com. Full information and list of add-on services (vaccines, etc.): https://animalalliesclinic.org/services/

Oconee Humane Pet Care Clinic - Seneca, SC

  • Appointments for dogs ($75-200, depending on sex/weight/surgical complication fees) and cats ($50-100, depending on sex/surgical complication fees). Add-ons available, including vaccines, microchips. Email ohsclinic@oconeehumane.org to schedule. Include in the email: your first and last name, street address, email, phone number, your pet’s name, species, breed, color, age, and approximate weight. List any desired services as well. Full pricing and service details: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/18BCe7MFGE/ 

Washington County Johnson City Animal Shelter - Johnson City, TN

S/N Assistance - Still Closed

(Updated 11/14)

Asheville Cat Weirdos

Blue Ridge Humane Society

Brother Wolf Animal Rescue

  • Not doing surgeries due to the hurricane; not keeping a waitlist. Hoping to resume operations in early 2025. When they reopen, register online here.

Haywood Spay/Neuter

Friends of Madison County Animals

Open Veterinarians

North Carolina Veterinary Board is updating a list of veterinary clinic information twice daily:

https://tinyurl.com/57v3eduf 

**Make sure to verify all clinics open prior to visiting.

Veterinary Services

(These updates are made by Pet Vet on Patton employees, based on knowledge from updates written by other hospital managers communicating with Pet Vet’s hospital manager. Updates are made at 8am and 2pm every day.)

Emergency Vets

MedVet Asheville has resumed  24/7 Emergency Medicine services. 677 Brevard Road, Asheville, NC

Buncombe County

Asheville
 Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG)

  • 1856 Hendersonville Rd, Suite F, Asheville, NC 28803
  • (828) 470-7802
  • back to their normal 24/7 hours with full surgery capabilities

SAGE Pet Hospital (11 AM - 5 PM)

  • 825 Brevard Rd, Asheville, NC 28806
  • (828) 392-8800

Petco

  • 825 Brevard Rd
  • Patton Ave Pet Company – Downtown
  • 109 Patton Ave, Asheville, NC 28801
  • has food for purchase and food for no cost for those struggling to feed their pets in the community

Charlotte Street Animal Hospital

  • 208 Charlotte St., Asheville, NC, 28801
  • (828) 232-0440

Pet Vet on Patton

  • 2 Hansel Ave, Asheville, NC, 28806
  • (828) 232-9990
  • open for walk in appointments for sick and injured pets Monday through Friday, 9am-2pm. Also refilling any med pets if you bring the current prescription bottle.

Haw Creek Animal Hospital

  •  1007 Tunnel Rd, Asheville, NC
  • (980) 222-7115
  • 10/7, 10/9, 10/11 OPEN from 11am to 4pm for food and medications.
  • To refill medication, we will need proof in the form of a prescription or a bottle to show the medication.
  • We do not have power, so we do not have any refrigerated medications available! THIS INCLUDES VETSULIN!
  • We do NOT have controlled substances on the premises!
  • Dr. Feiler will be on-site to TRIAGE pet emergencies!
  • We are able to offer euthanasia, however we are UNABLE to offer cremation at this time!

Medvet Veterinary Hospital

  •  677 Brevard Rd.
  • (828) 665-4399
  • Daily, 7am to 7pm.

Haywood County

Junaluska Animal Hospital

  •  3248 Asheville Rd, Waynesville, NC 28786
  • (828) 452-1478

Henderson County

Western Carolina Regional Animal Hospital

  •  205 N Highland Lake Rd, Flat Rock, NC 28731
  • (828) 697-7767

Has full surgery capabilities

Transylvania County

Brevard Animal Hospital (8 AM - 5:30 PM)

  •  1985 Asheville Hwy, Brevard, NC 28712
  • (828) 883-8105

Out of Area Cities/Out of State

Upstate Vet (Specialty Services Available)

  •  393 Woods Lake Rd, Greenville, SC 29607
  • (864) 233-7650

Charlotte Animal Referral & Emergency (CARE)

  •  3726 Latrobe Dr, Charlotte, NC 28211
  • (704) 457-2300

Carolina Animal Specialty & Emergency

  •  1050 US-321, Hickory, NC 28601
  • (828) 328-6697

Denver Animal Emergency

  •  1420 NC-16 Business, Denver, NC 28037
  • (980) 222-7115

Hudson Rd. Veterinary Clinic

  •  2409 Hudson Rd. Greer, SC
  • Phone lines are down. Please come in person, or email: hudsonroadvet@gmail.com
  • Open daily through Thursday, 10/10.

Virtual Care

Pet Telemedicine Offerings:

These websites can offer basic at home care or help you determine the seriousness of a  pet's illness/ situation.

https://vetster.com/ (possible prescriptions)

https://firstvet.com/us (cannot do prescriptions)

https://www.dutch.com/ (possible prescriptions)

https://virtualvetcare.vet/

https://bondvet.com/telehealth

https://www.chewy.com/b/connect-vet-16616

https://pawp.com

Pet Telemedicine cannot always prescribe medication in all states SC/ NC /GA so make sure to read all information on websites prior to paying for an appt. If a prescription is wanted try Vetster or Dutch first. Virginia and Florida are both states that might be able to prescribe if you sought refuge in either.

If you have pet insurance, your company may already be working with a tele-provider:

- Rainwalk

- Nationwide

Livestock and Horse Care

  • There are 15 acres of pasture available to house livestock or horses in Macon County, TN if your animals needs a safe place to go: Email rlvw93@gmail.com 
  • Lucky 3 Farm in Louisburg, NC has pasture for 10-12 cattle. traci@lucky3farm.com website Added 10-3-24
  • Those in need of livestock fencing may apply for the Stay-Tuff fencing grant

*please spread the word* to fellow farmers and community members in Avery and Mitchell counties (primarily) and nearby counties (if needed) that Extension has Livestock and Pet Feed, Hay, & Supplies Available for Pick Up at Avery County Livestock South

6880 Linville Falls Highway

Newland, NC 28657

Other Livestock Supply Distribution Sites

Boxer Butts and Other Mutts

  • 11/16, 12-4pm, Ingles Market (3rd entrance just beyond the Ingles gas station). 550 NC-9, Black Mountain 28711
  • Some farm animal feed.

Macon County Fairgrounds

1436 Georgia Road

Franklin, NC 28734

McDowell County Agriculture Center

188 Ag Services Drive

Marion, NC 28752

Mitchell County

Location TBD

Contact Michelle South - 828-284-2363

For livestock farm/animal needs *and/or* donations (not human needs), please enter them in this form- go.ncsu.edu/livestockdisasterhelp. A team from NC State Extension and the NC Cattlemen's Association is dispatching as needed what gets entered there or called in. Please also reach out to your area livestock county agent if they are available/accessible, as they are the points of contact in the county helping with farm needs and pick up spots in your area.

Any immediate and emergency needs can also be called into the Ag Hotline - 866-645-9403 and they will connect directly with the vet's office for animal health issues.

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  • https://linktr.ee/mindfulgeek -link tree has some resources on pet organizations! valley walk animal hospital is open
  • Sister Kitten Animal Rescue can deliver cat & dog food to people in need in Asheville and surrounding communities, 503-664-0001 (from HallFletcher neighborhood listserv, confirmed 10/3)
  • Tienda Hispana  exla Catrachita at 791 Haywood Rd in WAVL is offering free cat and dog food - 10/3 at 1 pm they told me that their supplies were dropped off the food by Patton Ave Pet Co and could get more. They invited churches to check with them, as some of the bags are bigger and can be split. Will drop off some Nutri-Source grain-free cat food at the Redeemer Anglican church (by Taco Boy) 10/4 am if they are still distributing.
  • Madison County Animal Control has free pet food, treats, and some cat litter for Madison County Residents and  they are open to surrender animals to. They prefer a message before surrender but it’s okay if you can’t.
  • Asheville - Pet Co 825 Brevard Rd, Asheville, NC 28806, accepting cards, no lines on 9/30
  • The nearest operating emergency animal hospital (as of 9/30) is WCRAH in Flat Rock. “They are unable to receive direct calls, but will see the caller ID and call you back.” 828-697-7767
  • PetSmart in Arden (3 McKenna Rd) is open for limited hours

  • Swannanoa Valley Animal Hospital will be giving out patient meds and prescription dog food between 2 and 5 for the next couple of days. (Source: Black Mountain Police Department)
  • French Broad Mobile Vet’s Dr. Sheldon is camped out in the afternoons at Madison County Animal Control for Madison County residents with animal medical emergencies and animal control is also giving out food/supplies/medications for animals.
  • Spring Creek Mobile Veterinary Services is open for residents of Spring Creek/Hot Springs for medical calls, will provide refill medications if they are in stock (non-refrigerated and  non-controlled) and to all of Madison County for in-home euthanasia services.

West Asheville Baptist Church

  •  926 Haywood Rd - Asheville, NC 28806
  • (828) 253-9824
  • 10/5 : Acting as a distribution point for food and water and dog/cat food. (FB page: https://www.facebook.com/WestAshevilleBaptistChurch) Talking to them yesterday they said they are planning on taking that inside into their gymnasium, but was unclear whether that is today or on Monday.  Either way, that will still be continued 11-2 as long as there is a need and they have supplies.


ARCHIVE–Staff Use Only

  • 10/7 | 11am - 4pm | Bring your pets in a carrier or on a leash tomorrow if they are needing veterinary care. Please note that this is not a full vet office so no surgeries, x-rays, or intensive care will be given. No appointments are needed and the vet has offered to stay as long as there are animals that need care so pull on up and we'll see you tomorrow!

We are excited to partner with @underdogavl to distribute FREE dog and cat food to anyone and everyone in the community who needs it. Underdog is located at:

1156 Sweeten Creek Rd in south Asheville. Distribution will take place Monday-Friday from 10am-4pm

Asheville Humane Society Humane Society is distributing across three key locations from 10 am - 4pm:

  • Unete in Emma neighborhood call (828) 273-9065 for hours and availability,
  • River Ridge Shopping Center at 800 Fairview Rd Suite C3, Asheville,
  • Manna Food Bank Distribution Ctr out of the WNC Farmers Market at 570 Brevard Rd
  • They will be opening a distribution center in South Asheville as soon as possible.
  • Their outreach team has been delivering supplies to local distribution centers.

Patton Avenue Pet Co

  •  downtown:109 Patton Ave, Asheville, NC 28801
  • 828-255-7737
  •  west avl: 1388 Patton Ave, Asheville, NC 28806
  • 828-505-8299
  • (10/6) open today at our downtown and west stores until 5 pm. Have free raw food (thawed, now refrozen and safe to feed.
  • (9/30) downtown will be open every day until 7pm ! Taking cards or cash (109 Patton Avenue). They have plenty and say that there is more on the way. Also have wifi. Working on setting up donations of pet food, details TBD but I’ll keep an eye out
  • No longer offering free food on site, but donating to other local distribution sites. (11/8)

Laurel Community Center

  • Friday 11/8, 11am-3pm, 4100 NC 212 Hwy, Marshall 28753
  • Free for Madison County residents. Exams, medical treatments, vaccines, and flea/tick preventatives while supplies last. (Source: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/19nz2YSQ1w/)

Sister Kitten @ Asheville Veterinary Associates West, 50 New Leicester Hwy (just a few blocks down from Patton/Smoky Park Hwy in West Asheville, between the hours of 10a-4p daily through Thursday, October 31st. Then they will be distributing twice a week on Tuesdays, and Saturdays in November starting with Saturday, November 2nd and Tuesday, November 5th. They have cat and dog food, some farm animal supplies, cat litter and in the past a small distro tent with donated “people” things. They are also taking donations and looking for volunteers - please see FB posts (Source: https://www.facebook.com/sisterkitten)

Blue Ridge Humane Society

  • 10/1 orchard hill vet clinic in inman is open and has space
  • Today October 1 Animal Hospital North Asheville is open starting at 9am (no end time posted) for “urgent med pickup, urgent Rx food pickup, animal first aid, and euthanasia services should they be needed”  They say to stay in your car and a staff member will come to you.  Urgent requests only. (from their social media)
  • An earlier comment said the Target and Lowes on Airport Rd have pet food.
  • Ongoing, every day while supplies last. 10am to 6pm. Walnut Fire Department. 10025 US 25/Hwy 70, Marshall. (Source: 10/6, Facebook)

Last updated: December 9, 2024, 9:37 pm