Surrender / Redeem an Animal

Surrenders

Stray animals found in Pender County can be brought to the shelter during normal business hours or you can call Animal Control to pick them up. Owner surrenders may be brought in by Pender County residents with proof of ownership and a $10 surrender fee applies to cover the cost of care.

Redemptions

Animals that have made their way to the shelter, and that have an owner come forward with proof of ownership (tags, medical records, timeline photos). The fees for redemption:

1st Offense: $40

2nd Offense: $60

3rd Offense: $100

Each additional offense increases by $50.

Animal Control Fines 

Some animals may be accompanied by a ticket issued by Pender County Animal Control for an ordinance violation. In Pender County animals are to be contained to your property or under your direct control at all times, the initial fine for "running at large" is $50. Animals are required to have identification (tags or microchips) at all times, the initial fine is $50. It is NC law that dogs/cats/ferrets wear their Rabies tags at all times, the initial fine is $50. Tickets are issued by Animal Control and have to be paid at the Pender Co Sheriff's Office - the shelter has nothing to do with tickets/fines.