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Beagle rescues & shelters in Winston-salem, NC

4 organizations in Winston-salem that take in and rehome beagles, hounds, and other dogs. Always call ahead to confirm current beagle availability.

Winston-Salem's four listed organizations give you a solid starting point: AARF of Winston-Salem and the Forsyth Humane Society both have polished websites and active adoption programs, the Forsyth County Animal Shelter rounds out the city proper, and a smaller group fills the fourth slot. In a city pushing a quarter-million people, beagles and hound-mixes move through intake regularly enough that patience usually pays off. Start by calling the two Forsyth-based rescues and ask what's available this week, then work through the others. A few calls on a Monday morning can save you weeks of wondering.

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Winston-salem, NC

A no-kill, foster-based rescue in the greater Winston-Salem area that specializes in homeless, abandoned, and surrendered animals, including those with medical or behavioral challenges. Working through a network of foster homes, veterinary partners, and volunteers, AARF invests time in dogs and cats others may overlook, giving them a path to adoption rather than simply shelter. Adoption, foster, and volunteer opportunities are all available.

4.3★ (89 reviews)

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Winston-salem, NC

Forsyth Humane Society serves Forsyth County, North Carolina with dog and cat adoption, foster programs, low-cost spay/neuter services, and pet-wellness resources. Open Tuesday through Saturday, it's an all-breed shelter where hounds and beagle-mixes regularly come available, making it a reliable local option even though it isn't beagle-specific.

4.5★ (194 reviews)

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Winston-salem, NC

Forsyth County Animal Shelter in Winston-Salem, North Carolina adopts out dogs, cats, and other animals to the public. The adoption process is straightforward: pre-select an animal online, complete an application, visit with your supplies, and pay an adoption fee ($125 for dogs or cats, less for other animals). The shelter also handles lost-and-found cases and wildlife matters for the county.

3.8★ (86 reviews)

Maw & Paw's Pets F

Winston-salem, NC

Maw & Paw's Pets is a pet service in the Winston-Salem, North Carolina area. Its listing doesn't include detail about whether it's a rescue, shelter, or grooming business, so contact the organization directly to confirm what services it offers and whether it has dogs — including beagles — available for adoption or foster.

4.1★ (27 reviews)

Because beagle availability shifts constantly, confirm a dog is actually there before you make the trip — the Forsyth organizations especially are worth calling first. If Winston-Salem's four groups come up empty, don't shrink your search: Advance is just thirteen miles away with two more shelters, and Thomasville and Walnut Cove are within reasonable reach if you're willing to expand. Adopt a beagle from the Piedmont and you're bringing home a determined little hunter that will turn your walks into a genuine sport. The dog you call about on Wednesday might be yours by the weekend.