Laurens County Sheriff's Animal Shelter

Laurens County Sheriff's Animal Shelter We are tasked with helping to control the animal population of the county. Call dispatch 8649842523 to request AC service.

If you have a question about a dog at our facility, please call the shelter at the number below.

‼️Update: Reunited with owner! Found by Four Oaks Supply Laurens. If you know who this guy belongs to please contact ori...
06/15/2026

‼️Update: Reunited with owner!

Found by Four Oaks Supply Laurens. If you know who this guy belongs to please contact original poster or shelter 864-682-4935

🐾 Need a little more joy in your week?Come walk a shelter dog.Seriously.For just 30 minutes, you can get fresh air, exer...
06/15/2026

🐾 Need a little more joy in your week?
Come walk a shelter dog.

Seriously.

For just 30 minutes, you can get fresh air, exercise, stress relief, and unconditional love from a dog who has been waiting all day for someone to spend time with them.

While you're clearing your mind and getting your steps in, you're also helping a shelter dog burn energy, reduce anxiety, improve social skills, and become more adoptable.

It's one of the few volunteer opportunities where everyone wins.
❤️ The dogs get attention.
❤️ You get exercise.
❤️ Your mood improves.
❤️ The community benefits.

We have play yards, toys, treats, and plenty of dogs ready for an adventure. Some want to chase a ball. Some want to explore. Some just want someone to sit beside them for a little while.

You don't have to commit to fostering.
You don't have to adopt.
You don't even have to volunteer every week.

Just show up.
📍 Laurens County Sheriff's Animal Shelter
🕙 Tuesday-Thursday | 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
🕚 Saturday/Sunday 9:30-11:30

A dog won't remember your emails, errands, or meetings today.

But they'll remember the person who stopped by and made them feel special.
Come be that person. 🐾

🌞🐾 Heat Safety Tips Every Dog Owner Should KnowSummer can be tough on our four-legged friends. Dogs don't sweat like peo...
06/14/2026

🌞🐾 Heat Safety Tips Every Dog Owner Should Know

Summer can be tough on our four-legged friends. Dogs don't sweat like people do, which means they can overheat much faster than we realize. A few simple precautions can help keep your dog safe, healthy, and comfortable during hot weather.

✅ Always provide fresh, cool water. Refill water bowls often and make sure outdoor dogs have access to water at all times.

✅ Make shade available. Trees, covered porches, and dog houses that are well-ventilated can provide relief from the sun. Remember, a dog house can become dangerously hot if it doesn't have proper airflow.

✅ Walk during cooler hours. Early mornings and evenings are much safer than the hottest part of the day.

✅ Check the pavement. If it's too hot for the back of your hand, it's too hot for your dog's paws. Hot asphalt can cause painful burns in seconds.

✅ Never leave a dog in a parked vehicle. Even with windows cracked, temperatures inside a car can become deadly within minutes.

✅ Watch for signs of heat exhaustion. Excessive panting, drooling, weakness, vomiting, bright red gums, or collapse are all warning signs that require immediate action and veterinary attention.

✅ Provide cooling opportunities. Kiddie pools, sprinklers, cooling mats, and time indoors can make a big difference on hot days.

❤️ Remember: If you're feeling the heat, your dog is too. A little extra attention during the summer months can prevent a life-threatening emergency and help your best friend enjoy the season safely.

What's your dog's favorite way to stay cool during the summer? Share a photo in the comments! 🐶☀️💦

This is exactly why we are fighting so hard for stronger spay and neuter requirements and common-sense laws.This young m...
06/13/2026

This is exactly why we are fighting so hard for stronger spay and neuter requirements and common-sense laws.

This young mama was just a puppy herself. From day one, she was set up for failure. One “accidental” breeding resulted in 10 more puppies entering a world where their futures were uncertain.

Thankfully, this story has a happy ending. ❤️

A huge thank you to Journey Home Rescue Alliance for stepping in and changing the outcome for this sweet mom and her babies. Because of their compassion, these dogs now have a chance at the lives they deserve.

But rescue cannot do it alone.

It takes a village. We will never be able to adopt or rescue our way out of the overwhelming pet overpopulation crisis unless we continue fighting for laws that encourage responsible pet ownership.

Let’s be clear: ethical breeders are not the problem.

The problem is backyard breeding for profit or convenience, “accidental” litters caused by irresponsibility, and the lack of accountability that leaves shelters and rescues to pick up the pieces.

Please spay and neuter your pets. There are several low-cost programs available in our community. Not only does it help prevent unwanted litters, but it also gives our pets the opportunity for healthier, longer lives.

Every litter prevented means fewer animals abandoned, neglected, or waiting in shelters for a second chance.

Be part of the solution. Spay. Neuter. Educate. Advocate. 🐾

🚨We have already received a heat exhaustion death report—and summer has barely begun.The heartbreaking reality is that m...
06/12/2026

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We have already received a heat exhaustion death report—and summer has barely begun.

The heartbreaking reality is that many owners think their dog is protected because they have a dog house, kennel cover, or other enclosure. But during extreme heat, those structures can become dangerous. Enclosed dog houses, covered kennels, metal structures, and areas with poor airflow can trap and attract heat, creating temperatures far higher than the air outside.

What feels like shelter to us can become an oven for a dog.

Today, before you scroll on, please check:
💧 Is there fresh water available right now?
🌳 Is there shade that moves with the sun throughout the day?
🏠 Is your dog's shelter well-ventilated, or is it trapping heat?
🔥 Are metal buildings, kennel covers, tarps, or enclosed spaces collecting heat and making conditions worse?
🐕 Can your dog escape the hottest part of the afternoon?

Dogs don't get to turn on a fan.
Dogs don't get to go inside and cool off.
Dogs depend entirely on us.

Watch for warning signs including excessive panting, heavy drooling, weakness, vomiting, disorientation, or collapse. By the time some of these symptoms appear, it may already be an emergency.

With record temperatures in the forecast, a few minutes of prevention could mean the difference between life and death.

Please check your pets. Check on your neighbors' pets. Share this post so another family doesn't experience the heartbreak of finding their dog too late.
One heat exhaustion death is already too many.

Sometimes the best thing you can do for a shelter dog is give them a break.A weekend foster may only last a few days, bu...
06/12/2026

Sometimes the best thing you can do for a shelter dog is give them a break.

A weekend foster may only last a few days, but for a dog, it can mean everything. It means sleeping on a soft bed instead of a kennel floor. It means riding in a car, stretching out on a couch, going for walks, and experiencing what life in a home feels like.

The best part? We make it easy.

The Laurens County Sheriff's Animal Shelter provides everything you need—from food and treats to a leash, collar, crate (if needed), and any medications. All you have to provide is a safe place and a little love for the weekend.

Many dogs return from foster happier, more relaxed, and with valuable information that helps us find them the right forever home. Some even find their adopters because of the photos and stories shared by their foster families.

You don't have to commit for weeks or months to make a difference. Just a few days can change a dog's life.

If you've ever thought about fostering but weren't sure you could do it, a weekend foster is the perfect way to start. Give a shelter dog a break—and you might just find it becomes the highlight of your weekend. ❤️🐾

Sawmill Road Gray court. If you’ve seen this girl before or know her owner please contact shelter 864-682-4935 or dispat...
06/11/2026

Sawmill Road Gray court. If you’ve seen this girl before or know her owner please contact shelter 864-682-4935 or dispatch 864-984-2523

This is cocoa, and she is lost. The owners had her just for one day when she accidentally slipped her collar and took of...
06/10/2026

This is cocoa, and she is lost. The owners had her just for one day when she accidentally slipped her collar and took off. She was last seen in the area of Chestnut St. Laurens yesterday. If you spot her or are able to get her please let us know so she can get home. We have been informed that she is scared as well and acts skittish which is why getting her back has proved so difficult for the owner. Thank you everyone!

If you see this girl, please contact the shelter. We can get you in contact with the owner! 864-682-4935
06/10/2026

If you see this girl, please contact the shelter. We can get you in contact with the owner! 864-682-4935

This sweet girl is on Graywood Dr in Ft Inn. If she is yours please reach out to us
06/09/2026

This sweet girl is on Graywood Dr in Ft Inn. If she is yours please reach out to us

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79 Mount Vernon Church Road
Laurens, SC
29360

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Monday 12pm - 5pm
Tuesday 12pm - 5pm
Thursday 12pm - 5pm
Friday 12pm - 5pm

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+18646824935

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