Please see below the following shelters that are open as of October 15. Subject to change at any time. Dial 2-1-1 if you have questions about shelters.
Note for shelter residents:
Bring ID, medications, items like glasses or diapers, clothing for 3-7 days, pillows, toiletries, chargers for cell phones, and books, games, or cards. Bring sheets, cots, and air mattresses if available. Alcohol, illegal substances, and weapons are not permitted.
If you plan to bring a pet to the shelter, please ensure you have the following: All pets MUST be crated All pets MUST have a collar/leash with proper tags (rabies vaccination required by NC law) Food and water bowls Food/treats Cleaning items (litter, bags, etc.)
There are nurses in most shelters that will be able to help people in the shelter with basic medical needs.
For families concerned about finding shelter for people with autism who may need calming rooms, call the Red Cross disability advisor at 720-618-3513. For people with more advanced medical needs who are unable to be in a regular shelter – who need to be in a medical shelter – call their local Emergency Management Office.
Ashe County
- Ashe County High School (184 Campus Dr, West Jefferson, NC 28694) 5 dogs/5 cats capacity at Ashe County Animal Control. (336) 246-2400
Avery County
- Avery County Rock Gym (185 Shady St, Newland, NC 28657) Dogs & Cats allowed. (828) 733-8266
Buncombe County
- Asheville Buncombe Technical Community College – Conference Center (16 Fernihurst Dr, Asheville, NC 28801) No pets allowed. No phone # listed.
- WNC Ag Center (1301 Fanning Bridge Rd, Fletcher, NC 28732) Take dogs/cats to County Animal Control. (828) 712-5468
- Ferguson (10 Guinevere Cr, Asheville, NC 28801) No pets allowed.
- Novant Golds Gym (1815 Hendersonville Rd, Asheville, NC 28803) No pets allowed.
Caldwell County
- Kellina Lane Shelter (3305 Kellina Lane, Hudson, NC 28638) No pets allowed. No phone # listed.
Catawba County
- Catawba Valley Community College Multipurpose Facility (2550 US Hwy 70 SE, Hickory, NC 28602) Pets allowed. Up to 25 dogs/25 cats. (828) 466-7207.
Haywood County
- Haywood County Government Armory (285 Armory Dr, Clyde, NC 28721) Take dogs/cats to County Animal Control. (828) 508-3411
Henderson County
- Athletics and Activities Center (708 S Grove St, Hendersonville, NC 28792) No pets allowed. (828) 337-3615
Madison County
- Madison County Wellness Center (5738 US 25-70 Hwy, Marshall, NC 28753) Take pets to Madison County Animal Shelter at 389 Long Branch Rd, Marshall, NC 28753. (828) 206-0386
McDowell County
- McDowell County Senior Center (100 Spaulding Rd, Marion, NC 28752) No pets allowed. No phone # listed.
Mitchell County
- Mitchell High School (416 Ledger School Rd, Bakersville, NC 28705) Take pets to county animal control. (828) 688-4615
- First Baptist Church (126 W Tappan St, Spruce Pine, NC 28777) No pets allowed. (828) 385-1704
Rutherford
- Rutherfordton Presbyterian Church (252 N Washington St, Rutherfordton, NC 28139) Take pets to County Animal Control. No phone # listed.
Transylvania
- Transylvania County Recreation Center (1078 Ecusta Rd, Brevard, NC 28712) Take pets to county animal shelter at 1124 Old Rosman Hwy, Brevard, NC 28712. (828) 884-3156
Watauga County
- Holmes Convocation (111 Rivers St, Boone, NC 28607) No pets allowed. No phone # provided.
Yancey County
- Blue Ridge Elementary School (910 Cane River School Rd, Burnsville, NC 28714) No pets allowed. No phone # provided.
