Welcome to the Outer Banks SPCA, the proud operators of the Dare County municipal animal shelter serving the Outer Banks region of North Carolina.The Outer Banks S.P.C.A. (Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) is a 501 (c) (3) tax-exempt corporation which proudly staffs and manages the Dare County Animal Shelter. The Outer Banks S.P.C.A. provides a loving environment and temporary housing for all lost, stray, or unwanted domestic animals in Dare County.

Not only are we an animal shelter, we also provide humane education, animal adoption as well as humane law enforcement services to Dare County.

We have wonderful pets who need new, forever homes and would love to have you visit with us to meet them. The Outer Banks SPCA has convienent hours and a friendly staff to help you choose the right pet for your family. So please feel free to visit with us and find your new best friend in one of the best places on earth-the Outer Banks of North Carolina!

We are always updating our website and looking for great information that will help you find the right pet, locate the information you are searching for or, find help for your pet.
Please don't hesitate to contact us-we're here to help!   

Pet of The Week

2009 Dog Licenses

It is that time of the year again-please renew your Dare County dog license for 2009. Simply download the license form and send it in with a valid copy of your dogs rabies vaccination certificate and the required fee. 

Download 2009 Dog License Form  

OBXSPCA Location & Hours of Operation

After Hours & Emergencies

The Dare County Animal Shelter provides care of stray and unwanted animals, cruelty investigation, injured animal rescue, euthanasia of sick, injured and unplaceable animals, response to animal-nuisance complaints, response to animal bites, rabies control, and humane education.
If you have an animal-related problem after our normal business hours, please call: