Enjoy a Staycation or Daycation with a Furry Friend in Charlotte

An overnight staycation or daycation are great way to support your local animal shelters.

A staycation is a homestay with a shelter dog for 1-5 days. However, during this time, you'll get to experience the love of a shelter dog. This incredible program through Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Care and Control allows animal lovers to preview adoption. So, whether you're looking to adopt or just spend quality time with a furry friend, there's no denying the companionship and joy that a shelter dog can bring to your life.

A daycation is also a great way to connect with shelter dogs in a fun and meaningful way. Daycations are not just a break from the shelter, it's a few hours or a full day of adventure. Dogs love many activities that you can enjoy in a single afternoon, like walks, playtime, or an afternoon at the dog park. Even as humans we love daycations from our daily routines and the same goes for our furry friends.

One of the perks of this program is there are no applications or appointments needed. All you need to do is stop by, tour the kennel, and choose the pup you want to spend the week or day with. Once the visit is complete and you wish to adopt, the process is super easy and there's no adoption fees, all in all, you get to take your fur baby home after just a few easy steps! For details on how you can get started visit Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Care and Control for more information!

Looking to add on to your family? But not looking for more kids or any kids? How about a new pet? Now is a great time to adopt an animal. There are so many pets across the Charlotte region who would love to be your new forever friend. Whether you are looking to adopt a dog, a cat, or maybe a nonconventional animal. I have to say looking at these pictures of dogs almost made me want to adopt one. But ultimately I'm still not ready after losing mine a few years ago. But there are some incredibly sweet and adorable pups who would absolutely love to join your family. All of the places to adopt a dog or cat listed below are in the Charlotte region of North Carolina.

So if you feel called to do so browse through the animals awaiting adoption. You may not know you need one until you see its precious face. Check out some places to adopt a dog or cat in North Carolina below. And who knows come Monday morning you could have a new furrever friend. (If you do and would like to bring it for a visit hit a girl up!)

The Most Popular Dog Breeds In North Carolina

Located at 8315 Byrum Drive Charlotte, NC 28217 CMPD Animal Care and Control is a great place to adopt a dog, cat, or even a rabbit or other small animals.

They are open:

​Saturday and Sunday: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.

CMPD Animal Care and Control

Located at 2700 Toomey Ave, Charlotte, NC 28203 The Humane Society of Charlotte has many dogs and cats in need of a loving home. They ask that you make an appointment on their website and are open daily from 11:00 am-5:00 pm.

Humane Society of Charlotte

The Greater Charlotte SPCA does not own or operate a shelter facility. Volunteers foster all animals in their homes until adopted. View photos of their animals online and then complete an interest form to meet them!

Greater Charlotte SCPA

North Meck Animal Rescue is a nonprofit, no-kill animal rescue in Charlotte NC. Browse their website and complete an application to schedule a time to visit.

North Meck Animal Rescue

Carolina P.A.W.S. has a variety of cats, dogs, kittens, and puppies waiting for new homes. Before meeting any available pets, they ask that you review the Adoption Requirements on their website and complete a brief application. As soon as your application is approved (generally within 2-3 days), Carolina P.A.W.S. will get in touch with you to arrange for you to meet your new pet!

Carolina P.A.W.S.

South Charlotte Dog Rescue could be home to your next friend! Check out the dogs on their website and complete an application to meet them.

South Charlotte Dog Rescue