Gaston County Animal Care and Enforcement - GCACE
Our Mission
Gaston County Animal Care and Enforcement is dedicated to protecting the health and safety of our citizens while ensuring the compassionate care and professional treatment of every animal that enters our doors. We believe that responsible pet ownership creates stronger, safer communities for both people and their four-legged companions.
Our History and Community Role
Established in 1972, we have spent decades serving Gaston County by enforcing animal-related statutes and providing a safe harbor for stray, injured, and unwanted pets. We are proud to operate as a division of the County Police Department, consistently striving to provide the highest standards of professional service to our residents.
How We Care for Our Guests
At our facility, we work tirelessly to ensure that every animal's stay is as comfortable and stress-free as possible. Beyond providing a safe environment at our shelter, we are supported by a network of dedicated partners and foster volunteers who provide specialized care, ensuring our pets have every opportunity to find their forever homes.
Your Next Best Friend
We believe in the power of the perfect match. Through our Adoption-Medical Program, we work with local veterinarians to ensure that our adopted pets leave our care with the health services and support they need for a healthy start. Our team is committed to helping you find a companion that fits your lifestyle, ensuring a joyful and lasting partnership for years to come.
Join Our Mission
Whether you are looking to adopt, volunteer, or support our medical and spay/neuter funds, there are many ways to get involved. We invite you to visit us in Gastonia, explore our current adoptable pets online, or reach out to our team to see how you can make a difference in the life of a shelter animal today.
- Friendly and helpful staff
- Efficient adoption process
- Operational friction regarding communication
7/14 - 1-day-old puppies abandoned during ‘pouring rain’ in Gaston County, officials say
The pups were left in a box in the bushes near a veterinary facility in Cherryville.
7/1 - Dog found tied to stop sign with rope knotted around hips in Gaston County
Officials said the dog was discovered around 1 p.m. on Tuesday, June 30, just off I-85 near the Exit 13 ramp in Bessemer City.
4/9 - ‘Intentional’: Woman accused of abandoning 8 puppies in Gaston County
The animals were left at Gaston County Animal Care and Enforcement’s former location, which has been closed for six years.
