The Guilford County Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Public Health is alerting Guilford County residents that a raccoon on Water Street in Greensboro tested positive for the rabies virus on August 4, 2026. This is the eleventh confirmed case of animal rabies in 2026.
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August 8, 2026, 9am - 1pm
Join us for our Mobile Pet Assistance Clinic (MPAC) Event!
We will be providing free 1-year rabies vaccines.
We will not have food distribution during this event.
Thank you to all of the staff, volunteers and donors that make events like this possible!
Guilford County Animal Services (GCAS) is currently caring for more than 700 animals, one of the highest point-in-time animal populations in the facility’s history, impacting the department's resources.
Due to the overwhelming number of animals in care, the shelter is experiencing extended wait times of two to three hours for individuals bringing in owner surrenders. This temporary delay ensures that each animal receives proper intake evaluation, medical attention, and safe housing.
Guilford County invites job seekers to explore career opportunities through a series of specialized hiring events throughout August.
Public Safety Career Expo
Wednesday, Aug. 12, 3 to 6 p.m.
401 W. Sycamore St., Greensboro
Learn about positions in Animal Services, Emergency Medical Services, Fire Services, Sheriff's Office, Detention Center, Juvenile Detention, and Security
August 12, 2026, 3pm - 6pm
Come learn what it takes to work in a Public Safety field.
Start your path to a career with:
July 24, 2026, 12pm - 6pm
Join us for a summer themed adoption event at the shelter!
We will be extending our adoption hours until 6pm to help Empty the Shelter during our adoption special with Bissell Pet Foundation!
We will have reduced adoption fees ($20 off dogs, $10 off cats) and volunteers will be walking around the shelter with our most adoptable pups.
We'll have lots of pools to help keep our pups cool for when you meet your new best friend!
July 5, 2026, 12pm - July 26, 2026, 4pm
Guilford County Animal Services will be hosting an adoption special in partnership with Bissell Pet Foundation.
During this time frame, adoption fees will be reduced as listed below:
The Guilford County Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Public Health is alerting Guilford County residents that a skunk on Haw River Road in Kernersville tested positive for the rabies virus on June 23, 2026. This is the tenth confirmed case of animal rabies in 2026.
July 25, 2026, 9am - 11am
This event has been cancelled.
Join Guilford County Animal Services on Saturday, July 25, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Gibson Park for a special adoption showcase featuring some of our most adoptable dogs.
June 17, 2026, 11am - 1pm
Guilford County Animal Services will be showcasing our adoptable dogs and providing pet therapy for the employees of Kontoor Brands and the public with help from our Dog Day Out volunteers.