The Outer Banks SPCA operates the Dare County Animal Shelter serving the Outer Banks, NC. We provide temporary housing for lost, stray or unwanted domestic animals. The Outer Banks S.P.C.A. (Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) is a 501 (c) (3) tax-exempt corporation. Not only are we an animal shelter, we also provide humane education, animal adoption as well as humane law enforcement services to Dare County.

Our Outer Banks animal shelter has convenient hours and a friendly staff to help you choose the right pet for your family.