Orange County Animal Services
A Compassionate Community for Pets and People
At Orange County Animal Services, we are dedicated to helping pets and people thrive together in a healthy, compassionate community. Our mission is to provide integrated sheltering and animal control services that ensure the health, safety, and well-being of all in our care.
Our Commitment to Our Community
We believe that addressing pet overpopulation requires a proactive, positive approach. By working closely with volunteers, local partners, and the residents of Chapel Hill, Carrboro, Hillsborough, and the unincorporated areas of the county, we strive to meet the diverse needs of our local animal population every day.
How We Care for Our Animals
Our facility on Eubanks Road serves as a safe harbor for domestic stray and unhoused animals, but we are much more than just a building. We embrace the Socially Conscious Animal Community model, which focuses on creating the best possible outcomes for all animals through extensive fostering opportunities, rescue partnerships, and dedicated medical support. Through our shelter and our active foster network, we provide the care and advocacy every pet deserves while they await their forever home.
The Adopter Connection
Adoption is a joyful journey, and we are here to help you find your new best friend. We take the time to support both the people and the pets in our care, ensuring that every transition is built on a foundation of resources, training, and thoughtful guidance. We believe that keeping families and their pets together is a vital part of our success, and we are proud to be a part of your story.
Join Us in Making a Difference
Whether you are looking to adopt, volunteer your time, or provide foster care, there are countless ways to get involved. We invite you to explore our available pets online or visit us at our Chapel Hill shelter to see the incredible animals currently waiting for a loving home.
- Staff dedication and friendliness
- Clean and well-maintained facilities
- Unprofessional staff conduct during surrenders
7/17 - 'Happy and Healthy': Wolf Dogs That Captured Orange County Hearts Are Thriving, Still Feeling Support - Chapelboro.com
This month marks the five-year anniversary of when a group of wolf dogs escaped their Orange County enclosure. Where, and how, are they now?
5/27 - Rabid Raccoon Reported By Orange County After Altercation With Two Dogs - Chapelboro.com
Orange County Animal Services said Wednesday it confirmed a positive case of rabies in a raccoon found in Chapel Hill.
5/15 - 2 people bitten by fox in Chapel Hill, Orange County Animal Services says
Orange County Animal Services is urging residents to be cautious after two people were bitten by a fox in Chapel Hill.
