Click here to learn about our upcoming fundraiser Walk and Wagathon! It’s going to be a lot of fun and you’ll be helping the animals in our care. We hope to see you there!

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Barkin’ Basement LOCATION
627 W Main Street, Burnsville, NC
(828) 682-1200

Barkin’ Basement HOURS OF OPERATION
Tuesday – Saturday 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Sunday CLOSED

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Our Mission: To provide shelter and care for homeless, injured and neglected animals through adoption, community outreach, retention services and educational programs.

Our Vision: For all companion animals to live free of cruelty and suffering in a community where their lives are valued by responsible guardians.

REPORT NEGLECT OR ABUSE

The shelter lacks authority to investigate animal cruelty or to pick up stray animals. If you observe animal cruelty or neglect, please contact the Sheriff’s Office at 828-682-2124 and ask for the Animal Control Officer. Also call the Sheriff’s Office if you see a stray animal that is suffering, injured, or aggressive.