At Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Care and Control on Byrum Drive, cats, dogs, fish, even lizards are available for adoption. And the need is acute. “We are at capacity as far as cats and dogs go," said ...

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — A North Carolina shelter is doing something special to honor now-retired Panthers linebacker, Luke Kuechly. Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Control and Care is waiving adoption fees for ...

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As costs rise across America, a Shih Tzu named Benji is one of many pets surrendered by families who can no longer afford ...

WRAL Investigates delves into the factors driving a rise in euthanasia at North Carolina animal shelters. Discover the ...