The Forsyth County Animal Shelter will be hosting a beach-themed, summer-long adoption event from Friday, May 26 to Wednesday, Sept. 6. At the fifth annual Summer of Love adoption event, the shelter’s $85 adoption fees for all animals will be waived. Adoptions include microchipping, spaying/neutering ... Read more...

Dogs are, famously, man’s best friend.   Some of Jane Stout’s furry besties live off County Way at the Forsyth County Animal Shelter, waiting to find their forever homes.   Stout began volunteering at the Animal Shelter in Fall 2021, though she has always been a “big dog ... Read more...

April is National Volunteer Month, and we want to say a big “Thank You” to the many volunteers who give their time and energy to help make Forsyth County great. Check out our social media channels and forsythco.com later this month for profiles on ... Read more...

Forsyth County introduces three new directors Tom Cisco has been named director of the Forsyth County Emergency Management Agency (EMA). Cisco is replacing former EMA Director Chris Grimes after his departure in January. Cisco brings 22 years of EMA experience and knowledge to the County, serving ... Read more...

 “Home for the Holidays” adoption promotion available through January 3  To help make holiday wishes come true for families, and pets, the Forsyth County Animal Shelter is waiving their standard $85 pet adoption fee. The Home for the Holidays promotion begins Saturday, Nov. 26, and ... Read more...

“Summer of Love” adoption promotion available through Sept. 6 Beginning Saturday, May 28, the Forsyth County Animal Shelter will be waiving their standard $85 pet adoption fee for all animals through Sept. 6, during the Summer of Love adoption promotion. “We are very excited to ... Read more...

80’s themed event promotes animal adoption with flair The Forsyth County Animal Shelter will host an 80’s-themed adoption event on Saturday, May 14, from noon to 4 p.m. in front of the Animal Shelter (4065 County Way) and at the Coal Mountain Dog Park (4055 ... Read more...

Many people wish to have the warmth and company of a pet but may not be able to adopt one. The Forsyth County Animal Shelter (FCAS) provides the best of both worlds through their fostering program.  Foster volunteers can help an animal prepare for adoption ... Read more...

Forsyth County Animal Shelter is showing the adorableness of their animals in a whole new way! You can now watch videos of their available animals through the fun platform of TikTok. Information and pictures of available animals can also be found on their Facebook page. Read more...

Pups with Purpose program trains first therapy dog class During a ceremony held Nov. 17, The Forsyth County Pups with Purpose program introduced seven labradoodles that will serve as the program’s first therapy dog class. Photos from the ceremonial first training session with handlers, as ... Read more...