In an attempt to keep our volunteers, kennel staff and potential adopters safe, both Princeton's Meow and Ruth's Memorial Shelter will continue to operate on an "Appointment Only" basis. Please call each location to make an appointment. Ruth's Memorial Shelter is open for appointments during the day on Mondays, Tuesday, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. Appointment times are available between noon and 4:30pm. Princeton's Meow appointments will be made in the evenings and all calls will be returned within a 24 hour period.

Ruth's Memorial Shelter 704-784-7387, option 0
Princeton's Meow 704-721-6369 (leave a message and your call will be returned within 24 hours)
Petco (The number to call is posted beside the cat habitat.)

We appreciate everyone's patience and understanding as we work together to find homes for the animals entrusted in our care all the while keeping our supporters and volunteers/staff safe.

Judy Sims
Executive Director

Sunday, September 27, 2020 - 17:02

Effective April 1st, 2019, our adoption fee for dogs up to the age of 10 will increase to $185. Dogs 10 and over are $125.

Saturday, March 23, 2019 - 16:45

Please note the change in operating hours for Ruth's Memorial Shelter.

Monday NOON - 5:00 p.m.
Tuesday NOON - 5:00 p.m.
Wednesday CLOSED
Thursday NOON - 5:00 p.m.
Friday NOON - 4:00 p.m.
Saturday NOON - 4:00 p.m.
Sunday CLOSED

Thursday, October 6, 2016 - 21:43

You must be at least 21 years of age;
All current animals must be spayed/neutered and we require proof of this;
We check vet references, please be prepared to provide this or bring proof of vaccination records;
We require that our dogs sleep inside;

Sunday, July 31, 2016 - 11:53

Don't forget our HSOC Monthly Meeting!!!! Please join us on the first Wednesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at Ruth's Memorial Shelter for our "General Meeting".

We will be discussing our upcoming events!

We hope you can join us. The meeting will only last about 60 minutes....

Monday, August 4, 2014 - 14:53