Pets for Vets
As a service to our veterans, all adoptions are free with proof of service every day at Animal Care.
All Animal Care adoptions include:
- Spay or neuter
- Microchip and Registration
- PetHub ID tag
- Vaccines
- De-wormer
- Flea Treatment
- Heartworm Test (for dogs)
- Heartworm Treatment for HW+ dogs
- Feline Leukemia/FIV Test (for cats)
Find the Right Fit
While there is a person for every animal, we know that not every animal is for every person. If you adopt an animal and discover that you are not compatible, you may return your pet within 30 days, satisfaction guaranteed.
Adoption Process:
Step 1: Browse Our Pets
Click on the dog and cat photos above to see animals currently available for adoption. Use the filter option to narrow down your search. Some of our pets live in foster homes and they are available for adoption, too!
Step 2: Submit An Adoption Inquiry
If you find a pet that you'd like to learn more about, click on their image. If you think they would be a good match and you'd like to visit them, you can either click on the "Apply for Adoption" button and submit an inquiry or you can visit them during our adoption walk-in hours Monday-Saturday 12pm-5pm. Submitting an inquiry does not place a hold or reservation on the pet but it does notify our team that you are interested and that you have more questions or want to set up a time to come visit.
Step 3: Meet The Pet
If the pet you're interested in is currently living at the shelter, we encourage you to come visit that pet as soon as possible. If you submitted an adoption inquiry, we will try to respond within 1-2 days. If the pet is in a foster home, we will connect you with the pet's foster family and you should get a response directly from the foster family within 1-2 days and they can set up a time for you to meet the pet.
Step 4: Determine If It’s A Good Match
When you meet the pet, our adoption counselors and foster families will tell you everything they know about the pet and help you to decide if it will be a good match for you, your pets, and your family. If it’s not a good match, that’s okay! We can help you find a better match – there are always lots of dogs and cats that need a home!
Step 5: Finalize The Adoption
The last step is the most exciting – finalize your adoption! Most pets can be taken home the same day. Some pets may need to stay at the shelter for a few more days. Our adoption team can let you know when your pet can come home with you. We do charge a small fee to adopt a pet to help us help more animals. That fee is normally $35 but sometimes we have adoption specials and the fees are waived. We have a small retail store on-site so you can get all of your basic pet supplies at the time you adopt – easy peasy! You can also make a donation to help other pets find a great home.
Step 6: Tell Your Circle Of Friends And Family
If you had a great adoption experience, please tell your friends and family and encourage them to adopt their next pet from Greenville County Animal Care. We care for thousands of dogs and cats every year and we rely on our community to help us find them all a home as amazing as yours!
You will need to bring the following to adopt:
- Picture ID with your current address. For example, a Driver's License or State ID.
- Proof of age (you must be 18 or older to adopt a pet from Animal Care)
- Proper form of payment (cash, credit/debit card, money order). Checks are accepted with a current Driver's License.
- A carrier for your adopted kitty or a leash and collar for your adopted dog. Don't have these items? Don't worry - we will have these and many more wonderful items for your new pet available for purchase in our Pet Retail Store.
- Proof of military service, if applicable. (Veterans adopt for free!)
FAQs
Greenville (/ˈɡriːnvɪl/ GREEN-vil; locally /ˈɡriːnvəl/ GREEN-vəl) is a city in and the county seat of Greenville County, South Carolina, United States.
Is Greenville County SC a good place to live? ›
Greenville County is located in South Carolina with a population of 528,251. Greenville County is one of the best places to live in South Carolina. In Greenville County, most residents own their homes. In Greenville County there are a lot of bars, restaurants, coffee shops, and parks.
What county is Greenville, SC 29615 in? ›
What county is Greenville, SC 29605 in? ›
Zip code 29605 is located mostly in Greenville County, SC. This postal code encompasses addresses in the city of Greenville, SC.
What is the largest county in SC? ›
Charleston County is the largest when including land and water at 1,358 square miles (3,517 square kilometers).
What is the smallest county in South Carolina? ›
South Carolina Counties with Fewest Residents
The least populated county in South Carolina is Allendale County with a population of 9,002, down 13.02% from the 2010 census.
What is the racial makeup of Greenville County SC? ›
Race and Ethnicity
In 2022, there were 3.97 times more White (Non-Hispanic) residents (354k people) in Greenville County, SC than any other race or ethnicity. There were 89.2k Black or African American (Non-Hispanic) and 17.8k Other (Hispanic) residents, the second and third most common ethnic groups.
Is Greenville, SC expensive to live? ›
Greenville isn't just a beautiful, safe and growing community, it's also an affordable one. We have an overall cost of living that is 9% below the national average.
What is the richest suburb of Greenville SC? ›
West End Market. With a median home price of $1,421,189 and a median rent of $1,309, West End Market is the most expensive neighborhood on our list. Based on the growth in home prices in West End Market over the last 3 years, it ranks No. 1 among all the neighborhoods in Greenville.
Why is Greenville so popular? ›
∎ Between 2022-2023, S.C.'s population grew by 1.7%, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. It is currently the fastest growing population in the U.S. ∎ Greenville is USA TODAY's best city to move to in S.C. due to its affordable housing options for buyers and renters, as well as its top medical access.
Greenville, SC Urban Area.
Is Greenville, SC a big city? ›
With a population of over 72,000 as of 2022, it is the fifth-largest municipality in the state and one of the fastest-growing cities in the country.
Who owns Greenville? ›
Owned by Eddy Van Den Broeke, a Belgian cement magnate, Greenville classified itself as the pioneer Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) production and distribution company in Nigeria, with three liquefaction trains and a total capacity to produce 2250 MT of LNG per day.
Is Greenville, SC in the mountains? ›
Being nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, surrounded by quaint small towns, with a downtown that features a one-of-a-kind pedestrian suspension bridge overlooking a river, waterfalls and the city skyline...
Why is Greenville, SC called Greenville? ›
In 1786, the state legislature formed Greenville (originally spelled Greeneville) County, naming it for Gen. Nathanael Greene, the hero of the American southern campaign. The first owner of the land that became city of Greenville was Thomas Brandon of Union, who purchased 400 acres that had once been Pearis's in 1784.
Is Greenville SC considered upstate? ›
The Upstate region of South Carolina including Abbeville, Anderson, Cherokee, Greenville, Greenwood, Laurens, McCormick, Oconee, Pickens, Spartanburg and Union counties.
Is Greenville, SC a small town? ›
Condé Nast Traveler listed Greenville as one of America's best small cities in the magazine's 2023 readers' choice awards. Greenville made the list for the seventh consecutive year. The city was ranked No. 4, its highest place yet.
