The Animal Protection Society of Durham

The Animal Protection Society of Durham We are Durham’s community animal shelter. Here for all people and all animals www.apsofdurham.org
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APS of Durham is an open admission shelter, and cares for more than 5,000 animals each year. The adoption package at APS is all-inclusive - your new pet will come home with a basic medical exam, spay/neuter (dogs, cats and rabbits), vaccines, a microchip (dogs and cats) and lots of love from our staff and volunteers. If you contact us via Facebook Messages, please follow up with a phone call if yo

u do not have a response within 24 hours. If you have questions about an animal that is available for adoption on our website, or if you have a timely or urgent matter to discuss, please contact the shelter during business hours at 919-560-0640.

It’s   and with the upcoming Fourth of July holiday, we compiled a list of helpful tips to ensure you and your pets have...
07/01/2025

It’s and with the upcoming Fourth of July holiday, we compiled a list of helpful tips to ensure you and your pets have an enjoyable Holiday weekend!


APS is THRILLED to have a partner like Tito’s Handmade Vodka who believes in the work that we do and wants to amplify ou...
07/01/2025

APS is THRILLED to have a partner like Tito’s Handmade Vodka who believes in the work that we do and wants to amplify our mission and impact to our community. As part of their commitment to turn spirits into love and goodness, Tito’s Handmade Vodka is providing $15,000 for the APS Community Spay and Neuter Program! This amazing gift will ensure that APS can continue to provide low-cost spay and neuter appointments to our Durham pet owners and to continue working to end the pet overpopulation crisis. 
We have July appointments at our Mebane location available! Sign up now! (Link in bio!)

URGENT MESSAGE: Shelters across NC are over capacity with dogs, cats and kittens. APS is one of these shelters strugglin...
06/29/2025

URGENT MESSAGE: Shelters across NC are over capacity with dogs, cats and kittens. APS is one of these shelters struggling. With over 500 animals in our care, we need our community’s help. 

🐾 Come adopt cats and dogs of all sizes, shapes and activity levels!

🐾 Can’t adopt? FOSTER! We need short and long term fosters!

🐾 No room? Please DONATE money or supplies from our wish list!

📢 Help us SPREAD THE WORD!

Links for foster and adopt applications can be found in our bio, or you can head to our website for more info!
(Animals featured in order are: Roz, Brownie Bits, Hugs, Theo, Gael, Sheldon, Buddy, Buttercup, and Iris.)



Did you hear? Today is the LAST Day for Pick your Price, where YOU decide what YOU would like to pay for your new four-l...
06/28/2025

Did you hear? Today is the LAST Day for Pick your Price, where YOU decide what YOU would like to pay for your new four-legged best friend!
Don’t wait one more second, visit us today from 10am-2pm to adopt!

It’s Friday so you know what that means! Today’s   is Bliss. This sweet girl is a pro at wiggling right into your heart!...
06/27/2025

It’s Friday so you know what that means! Today’s is Bliss. This sweet girl is a pro at wiggling right into your heart! Here’s what her foster human has learned so far 👇🏻

🐾 Bliss loves to cuddle and get your attention
🐾 She’s very food motivated! She may even let you give her a bath if you have a treat!
🐾 She is up for lots of interaction and affection—her licks are legendary!
🐾 She does great with other dogs and is happy to show you her toys!
🐾 Bliss is a delight to have around and will thrive with lots of love and attention!

Interested in setting up a visit with Bliss? Send an application to [email protected] today!

Unleash the Love, Embrace the Pride 🏳️‍🌈At APS, we believe love knows no limits—and the best policies are inclusive, com...
06/26/2025

Unleash the Love, Embrace the Pride 🏳️‍🌈

At APS, we believe love knows no limits—and the best policies are inclusive, compassionate, and created with everyone in mind. Join us in spreading a message of love, acceptance, and unity. We see you. We hear you. And we’re proud to celebrate with you!

PS - CJ, pictured here is available for adoption 💛

Meet our Pet of the Week, Hugo! “Hey! I’m Hugo! I’m wonderfully wiggly, friendly and playful! Did you see my smile? I be...
06/25/2025

Meet our Pet of the Week, Hugo!
“Hey! I’m Hugo! I’m wonderfully wiggly, friendly and playful! Did you see my smile? I bet it makes YOU smile! I’m an active, enthusiastic pup who loves the simple things in life: treats, toys, playtime, and people. I’m the total package! Come play with me!!”

Kids: 8+, attached to his toys (trade if taking them away)
Dogs: Prefers calm and gentle dogs


Join APS for another evening of Community Tails, June 24th at Pour Taproom in Durham!! Dr. Matthew Connor will be leadin...
06/23/2025

Join APS for another evening of Community Tails, June 24th at Pour Taproom in Durham!! Dr. Matthew Connor will be leading an engaging discussion on emotional support animals and their rights. Click the link in our bio to RSVP. (An RSVP is not mandatory to attend, but it does help the organizers plan accordingly!) We hope to see you there for a fun night of discussion and education!

Say hello to Miss Maisy 💛 Her foster says she’s the total package—sweet, snuggly, and social with all kinds of creatures...
06/22/2025

Say hello to Miss Maisy 💛 Her foster says she’s the total package—sweet, snuggly, and social with all kinds of creatures. Maisy does great with dogs, cats, and kids of all ages. She loves one good walk a day, and then transforms into a happy little couch potato. She’s gentle, respectful, and gets along beautifully with dogs of all play styles. Whether she’s trotting along on leash or curled up with her people, Maisy is just happy to be part of the fun. Could she be your perfect match?

Don’t forget the pick your price adoption special ends TODAY, June 21st! This is our best special of the year because *y...
06/21/2025

Don’t forget the pick your price adoption special ends TODAY, June 21st!

This is our best special of the year because *you* get to decide the adoption fee for your new dog! Every adopted animal is spayed/neutered, has a microchip, is fully vaccinated, receives a complete medical exam and a behavior evaluation. Plus lots and lots of love and socialization from our staff and volunteers.

Swipe to see just a few of the many available dogs! The shelter is open from 10-2! Stop by to adopt your new bestie today 🐶❤️

The APS of Durham is closed today in honor of the Juneteenth Holiday. Juneteenth is a significant day in America’s histo...
06/19/2025

The APS of Durham is closed today in honor of the Juneteenth Holiday. Juneteenth is a significant day in America’s history, celebrating the freedom of the final enslaved people in our country. We celebrate Freedom Day and reaffirm our commitment to a more equitable and inclusive world for all.


APS is closed to the public today in observation of Juneteenth. While our doors are closed, our animals will continue to...
06/19/2025

APS is closed to the public today in observation of Juneteenth.

While our doors are closed, our animals will continue to be well cared for thanks to staff and volunteers! The shelter will resume normal business hours on Friday June 20th 🐾

Address

2117 E Club Boulevard
Durham, NC
27704

Opening Hours

Monday 10:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 10:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 10:30am - 6pm
Thursday 10:30am - 5pm
Friday 10:30am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 2pm

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