Horry County Animal Care Center

03/05/2026

MEET THE LAND HIPPO

Our resident land hippo, Gloria, is looking for her forever home.

Gloria is a hefty girl at 87 pounds, named for a character from the animated 2000s movie 'Madagascar'. (Don't worry, Gloria is on a diet to help her lose weight). Gloria is grey and has a wild, lightning-bolt pattern of white fur down her side.

Gloria is playful, friendly, and slightly goofy. She loves nothing more than snuggling into a thick, fluffy blanket after a day of fun. Gloria's cheerful demeanor makes her a delightful companion, always ready to brighten your day.

Gloria is unsure about other dogs, but has shown positive interest in others. A meet-and-greet with any other dogs in the home is strongly recommended.

Meet Gloria and our other adoptables TODAY! Your best friend might be waiting for you right now. All ACC adoptions are fee-free. All ACC adoptables are up to date on vaccines, spayed/neutered, and microchipped.

03/04/2026

DON'T OVERLOOK THE OVERLOOKED

Did you know amazing black cats and dogs often wait longer for adoption because of something called “Black Dog Syndrome”? It’s the outdated myth that darker-coated pets are less friendly, less photogenic, or somehow less adoptable. (Spoiler alert: they’re NOT. They’re iconic.)

Black dogs are loyal, goofy, and sure to be your bestie. By your side, like your shadow. Black cats are sleek little house panthers and certified cuddlers. Both are sure to be lifelong besties.

They look like tiny shadows following you around (in a cute way, not a horror-movie way), and they absolutely glow in the sunshine.

Visit the ACC, meet the pets. Change a life. All ACC adoptions are fee-free. All ACC adoptables are up to date on vaccines, spayed/neutered, and microchipped.

03/03/2026

More than 80 dogs and cats, from puppies and kittens to seniors, are available for adoption! Meet them today.

03/02/2026

MICROCHIP REMINDER

Microchipping is a quick and easy way to ensure your pets are identifiable and can get back to you sooner if lost.

When an animal comes to the ACC, it is scanned for a microchip. If the animal is microchipped and the chip is registered, ACC staff will contact the owner listed on the chip.

It’s important to register and keep the microchip up to date. Information to update includes your name, contact information, and the pet’s name.

The best reason to have your pet microchipped is the improved chance that you will get your pet back if it is lost or stolen.

The ACC offers microchipping and QR code tags to help get pets back home. You can make appointments online. Call or visit us for more information.

03/02/2026

Keith Urban has done amazingly in his training with MLK9 Myrtle Beach !
He’s ready for his forever home.
Adopt him fee-free today!

🐾 Keith Urban Needs Your Help Finding His Forever Home!

Keith Urban is finishing up his training at MLK9 Myrtle Beach and is ready for adoption. He has done exceptional with obedience, walks in a calm loose-lead heel, and has learned to remain composed around new people. Keith is a smart, loyal dog who just needs someone to give him a chance.

He has put in the work—now he deserves a home.

🐕 Available for adoption through Horry County Animal Care Center
🤝 MLK9 Myrtle Beach will help facilitate adoption and support his transition

Please share to help Keith find his forever home. ❤️

02/27/2026

CALLING ALL NEONATAL FOSTERS

Spring is coming and that means puppy & kitten season is on its way.

We are looking for community members who can foster neonatal kittens and puppies. These folks would be who we call upon when we take in multiple litters of pets. This doesn't mean you'll be called today, but in the future.

Neonatal fosters are often asked to commit to multiple weeks of care. Supplies, including formula, are provided while we have them to give.

If interested, please email us with the subject line "Neo-Natal Foster". Specify if you can foster kittens or puppies. Our email is shelter@horrycountysc.gov.

If interested in donating to the care of neonatals, see the comment & link below.

02/27/2026

LUCKY DAYS START AT THE SHELTER

The ACC is bursting at the seams & we need adopters for our available pets! Is today your lucky day? Make our day and visit the shelter at 1923 Industrial Park Rd., Conway, SC 29526. We are open from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. & 1:30 to 4:30 p.m.

ALL ACC ADOPTIONS ARE FEE-FREE! All available pets are up to date on vaccines, microchipped and spayed/neutered. Heartworm-positive pets adopted before March 1, 2026, receive their treatment at no cost from the ACC clinic.

Meet the pets you see here (and many more!) today. We are waggin' to meet you!

02/26/2026

HEARTWORM ROUND UP

The ACC is covering the cost of treatment for heartworm-positive pets adopted before March 1, 2026. That includes the pets you see featured here!

A heartworm positive status doesn't mean a pet is any less deserving of love or a second chance. Heartworm treatment is common and available. Heartworm is also preventable. While in ACC care, pets receive a preventative, which helps keep infections from worsening. This is a common and acceptable practice in the sheltering environment, where full treatment is often not possible due to the pet's needs.

(Side note: Heartworm is transmitted through mosquito bites. Pets can be infected by a mosquito that bites a wild animal (like coyotes, foxes, etc.) so it's important that pets are on a preventative and/or tested regularly. Talk with your primary veterinarian for more information.)

You can learn more about each of these pets on our website.

02/26/2026

Looking for a feline friend? The ACC has cats looking for homes today! Two of these cats are barn cats, who would be great hunters and keep pests away. Two of the cats are also in foster.

All available cats are available fee-free at the ACC. They are up to date on vaccines, spayed/neutered and microchipped.

Interested? Visit our shelter and let our staff know you are looking for cats.

Those looking for barn cats should specify they are looking for barn cats or email us at shelter@horrycountysc.gov with ‘Barn Cats’ in the subject line.

You can learn more about each of the available cats on our website.

02/24/2026

All ACC pets are spayed/neutered before being made available for adoption. We offer free spay/neuter surgeries ONLY for hounds & bully-type breeds. Otherwise, we offer low-cost spay/neuter surgeries through our clinic. We do not provide surgeries for miniature, toy, brachycephalic, or giant breeds. Appointments can be made online.
Our staff reserves the right to refuse service for any reason.

Did you know spaying or neutering not only prevents the birth of unwanted puppies and kittens, but can also reduce the incidence of some common types of cat and dog cancers and help pets live a longer, healthier life?

On , support your veterinary team’s conversations with clients by providing balanced, accurate information with AVMA's Spaying & Neutering brochure, available in both English and Spanish. You can view and download the brochure, or place an order for hard copies, here: https://bit.ly/3ZzRGer