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Due to anticipated weather from Winter Storm Fern, county services and facilities will be impacted over the coming days.

Guilford County Parks will close all park facilities at noon, Saturday, Jan. 24Guilford County Animal Services will be closed on Sunday, Jan. 25. 


Visit GuilfordCountyNC.gov/SevereWeather for updates on closures, preparedness tips, warming centers information, and other resources.

Guilford County Animal Services (GCAS) is temporarily pausing the intake of cats and kittens through Sunday, November 9, following confirmed positive cases of feline panleukopenia virus (FPV).

Precautionary measures are being taken to help prevent the spread of the virus and protect the health and safety of animals currently in care.

The virus was detected in nine cats brought into the Guilford County Animal Resource Center from the Greensboro areas, including Spry Street, Darden Road, and Chadford Place.  

Guilford County Animal Services (GCAS) is partnering with the BISSELL Pet Foundation to host the Empty the Shelters adoption event from Wednesday, Oct 1. through Wednesday, Oct. 15. The national adoption event offers families an opportunity to adopt a pet at a reduced fee.

During the two-week event, GCAS will offer reduced adoption fees.
• Adult cats and kittens: $65
• Adult dogs and puppies: $55
• Senior dogs and cats, including barn cats: $10

Guilford County Animal Services (GCAS) is participating in the nationwide Clear the Shelter campaign, a month-long pet adoption drive aimed at finding loving homes for animals in need.

From Friday, Aug. 1, to Sunday, Aug. 31, GCAS will be offering reduced adoption fees for cats and dogs from $75 to $25. 

In response to recent confirmed rabies cases in the Jamestown area, Guilford County Animal Services (GCAS) is suspending the intake of healthy cats. This measure is being taken out of an abundance of caution and will remain in effect until further notice. GCAS will continue to accept cats that are sick, injured, or pose a danger to the public.

Residents who suspect a cat may be exhibiting signs of rabies are urged to contact Guilford County Animal Control immediately at 336-641-5990.

Guilford County Animal Services (GCAS) is hosting a Mobile Pet Assistance Clinic (MPAC) on Thursday, July 24 from 12 to 3 p.m. at 710 Huffine Mill Road, Greensboro. The clinic will offer vital resources to local pet owners at no cost.

The clinic will provide free one-year rabies vaccinations, pet food, and essential pet supplies. The MPAC event is part of GCAS’s ongoing effort to support the health and well-being of pets and their families throughout the county.

Starting Friday, June 13, through Monday, June 30, Guilford County Animal Services (GCAS) is reducing the adoption fees for cats and kittens from $75 to $25. 


Some cats at the Guilford County Animal Resource Center are still under quarantine following recent cases of panleukopenia virus (FPV) at the animal shelter. The quarantine period is scheduled to last through Thursday, June 26. While some cats remain in isolation, GCAS has many cats and kittens available for adoptions.

May 23, 2026, 10am - 11am

Our Pawfessors Corey and Amanda will be educating the public on everything they need to know when adopting a shelter pet.

We have sponsorships that will cover $25 of your adoption fee when you attend! You will receive a certificate at the end of the class. 

This event will be hosted in the Education Center and is open to the public.

 

May 9, 2026, 10am - 12pm

Guilford County Animal Services is partnering with Greensboro Shrub to host an outdoor adoption event.

Staff, with help from our Dog Day Out volunteers, will bring a selection of adoptable dogs into the community to meet potential adopters and enjoy time outside the shelter environment. Approved adopters will have the opportunity to complete adoptions on-site.

An onsite vendor will be offering free beverages for guests to enjoy during the event.

May 2, 2026, 9am - 12pm

Guilford County Animal Services will be showing our kittens, providing foster information, training and accepting donations.

This event will be hosted in the Education Center.