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Please contact each organization before transporting or surrendering an animal. Intake policies, service areas, hours, licensing and available space can change. Wildlife rehabilitators may also be permitted to accept only certain species.
Charleston Animal Society — North Charleston
501(c)(3) Nonprofit
Yes
Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator
No
Address
2455 Remount Road
North Charleston, SC 29406
Phone
843-747-4849
Email
info@charlestonanimalsociety.org
County
Charleston County
Website
Charleston Animal Society – South Carolina’s #1 Charity
Emergency Hotline
No
Animals Helped
Dogs
Cats
Puppies
Kittens
Other companion animals
Services Provided
Animal rescue
Sheltering
Adoption
Foster care
Veterinary care
Spay/neuter services
Cruelty response
Community pet assistance
About
Charleston Animal Society is one of South Carolina’s longest-established animal welfare organizations. It operates adoption and foster programs while providing veterinary services, cruelty intervention, humane education, spay/neuter programs and assistance for pet owners. Adoptable pets receive vaccinations, microchips and spay/neuter surgery before placement.
Last Verified
September 26, 2026
All4Paws Animal Rescue — Pawleys Island
501(c)(3) Nonprofit
Yes
Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator
No
Address
708 Petigru Drive
Pawleys Island, SC 29585
Phone
843-237-7297
Email
info@a4psc.org
County
Georgetown County
Website
All4Paws Animal Rescue – Pawleys Island, SC
Emergency Hotline
No
Animals Helped
Dogs
Cats
Puppies
Kittens
Community cats
Services Provided
Dog and cat rescue
Adoption
Foster care
Medical care
Spay/neuter assistance
Community cat TNR
Animal welfare education
About
All4Paws is a no-kill dog and cat rescue serving South Carolina’s coastal region. The organization rescues homeless animals, provides medical and behavioral care then prepares them for adoption. Its community programs also address pet overpopulation through spay/neuter initiatives and Trap-Neuter-Return for community cats.
Last Verified
September 26, 2026
Eunoia Rescue — Charleston
501(c)(3) Nonprofit
Yes
Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator
No
Address
Foster-based rescue
Charleston, SC
Phone
No public phone
County
Charleston County
Website
HOME | Eunoia Rescue
Emergency Hotline
No
Animals Helped
Dogs
Cats
Puppies
Kittens
Services Provided
Shelter animal rescue
Foster care
Adoption
Medical care
Spay/neuter
Vaccinations
Microchipping
About
Eunoia Rescue is a foster-based organization focused on dogs and cats at risk of euthanasia in local shelters. Animals are placed with foster families while receiving necessary veterinary care and preparing for permanent homes. The organization relies on its foster network rather than operating a traditional public shelter.
Last Verified
September 26, 2026
Carolina Wildlife Center — Columbia
501(c)(3) Nonprofit
Yes
Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator
Yes
Address
5551 Bush River Road
Columbia, SC 29212
Phone
803-772-3994
Email
info@carolinawildlife.org
County
Richland County
Website
Carolina Wildlife Center
Emergency Hotline
Business Hours Only
Animals Helped
Songbirds
Owls
Small mammals
Squirrels
Rabbits
Opossums
Reptiles
Other native wildlife
Services Provided
Wildlife rescue
Wildlife rehabilitation
Medical care
Orphan care
Release
Wildlife education
Rescue guidance
About
Carolina Wildlife Center has rehabilitated injured and orphaned native wildlife since 1989. The center has treated tens of thousands of animals representing roughly 200 species. Its goal is to provide professional care followed by release whenever an animal can safely return to the wild.
Last Verified
September 26, 2026
Keeper of the Wild Wildlife Rescue and Sanctuary — Walterboro
501(c)(3) Nonprofit
Yes
Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator
Yes
Address
1606 Coolers Dairy Road
Walterboro, SC 29488
Phone
843-636-1659
Email
No public email
County
Colleton County
Website
Home – Keeper of the Wild
Emergency Hotline
Business Hours Only
Animals Helped
Squirrels
Rabbits
Opossums
Deer
Other native mammals
Orphaned wildlife
Injured wildlife
Services Provided
Wildlife rescue
Wildlife rehabilitation
Orphan care
Medical support
Release
Wildlife sanctuary
Public wildlife assistance
About
Keeper of the Wild rescues sick, injured, orphaned and displaced native wildlife in South Carolina. Rehabilitation focuses on preparing animals for return to suitable habitat whenever possible. The volunteer-supported organization also provides sanctuary when appropriate and maintains a dedicated wildlife emergency phone line.
Last Verified
September 26, 2026
Avian Conservation Center & Center for Birds of Prey — Awendaw
501(c)(3) Nonprofit
Yes
Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator
Yes
Address
4719 Highway 17 North
Awendaw, SC 29429
Phone
843-971-7474
Injured Bird/Medical Clinic: 843-606-3408
Email
info@thecenterforbirdsofprey.org
County
Charleston County
Website
Home – Avian Conservation Center
Emergency Hotline
Business Hours Only
Animals Helped
Hawks
Owls
Eagles
Falcons
Vultures
Shorebirds
Other injured wild birds
Services Provided
Avian rescue
Wildlife rehabilitation
Veterinary treatment
Raptor rehabilitation
Shorebird rehabilitation
Oiled-bird response
Conservation
Research
Education
About
The Avian Conservation Center provides specialized medical treatment and rehabilitation for injured birds of prey and shorebirds. Its Avian Medical Clinic handles hundreds of wild bird patients each year. The organization also operates South Carolina’s permanent oiled-bird treatment facility while supporting avian conservation, research and public education.
Last Verified
September 26, 2026
Cotton Branch Refuge Project — Leesville
501(c)(3) Nonprofit
Yes
Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator
No
Address
328 Lightwood Knot Road
Leesville, SC 29070
Phone
No public phone
County
Lexington County
Website
Home — Cotton Branch Refuge Project
Emergency Hotline
No
Animals Helped
Pigs
Potbellied pigs
Farm pigs
Senior pigs
Special-needs pigs
Services Provided
Farm animal rescue
Pig sanctuary
Rehabilitation
Lifetime refuge
Veterinary care
Adoption and placement
Animal education
About
Cotton Branch Refuge Project specializes in pigs that have been neglected, abused, abandoned or left without suitable homes. Residents receive safe housing, nutrition, enrichment, veterinary support and long-term care. Some pigs can eventually be placed with approved adopters, while others remain at the refuge permanently.
Last Verified
September 26, 2026
Frog Song Farm Sanctuary — Hodges
501(c)(3) Nonprofit
Yes
Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator
No
Address
725 Andrews Chapel Road
Hodges, SC 29653
Phone
864-715-2655
Email
donations@frogsongfarmsanctuary.org
County
Greenwood County
Website
https://www.frogsongfarmsanctuary.org/
Emergency Hotline
No
Animals Helped
Horses
Donkeys
Cattle
Goats
Sheep
Pigs
Llamas
Alpacas
Chickens
Ducks
Geese
Turkeys
Cats
Dogs
Services Provided
Farm animal rescue
Lifetime sanctuary
Senior animal care
Special-needs care
Veterinary care
Equine care
Rehabilitation
About
Frog Song Farm Sanctuary provides individualized lifetime care for rescued farm animals on its 107-acre property in Hodges. Residents include equines, livestock, poultry, pigs, camelids, cats and dogs. Many arrive after neglect or abuse, while others require specialized care because of age or medical needs.
Last Verified
September 26, 2026
Carolina Poodle Rescue — Pacolet
501(c)(3) Nonprofit
Yes
Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator
No
Address
P.O. Box 1325
Pacolet, SC 29372
Phone
No public phone
Email
info@carolinapoodlerescue.org
County
Spartanburg County
Website
Carolina Poodle Rescue – Carolina Poodle Rescue
Emergency Hotline
No
Animals Helped
Poodles
Poodle mixes
Small dogs
Senior dogs
Special-needs dogs
Other dogs accepted by the rescue
Services Provided
Dog rescue
Rehabilitation
Adoption
Permanent sanctuary
Foster care
Senior dog care
Special-needs care
About
Carolina Poodle Rescue rescues, rehabilitates and rehomes poodles, poodle mixes plus other dogs in need. Its Dreamweaver Farms program also provides permanent sanctuary for dogs that are not appropriate candidates for adoption. The rescue frequently assists senior and special-needs animals requiring extended care.
Last Verified
September 26, 2026
Hallie Hill Animal Sanctuary — Hollywood
501(c)(3) Nonprofit
Yes
Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator
No
Address
5604 New Road
Hollywood, SC 29449
Phone
No public phone
Email
info@halliehill.com
County
Charleston County
Website
Dog & Cat Adoption Charleston | Hallie Hill Animal Sanctuary
Emergency Hotline
No
Animals Helped
Dogs
Cats
Senior animals
Special-needs animals
Neglected animals
Abandoned animals
Services Provided
Dog and cat rescue
Sanctuary
Adoption
Medical care
Senior animal care
Special-needs care
Rehabilitation
Animal enrichment
About
Hallie Hill Animal Sanctuary provides a safe haven for dogs and cats, including animals that are elderly, medically vulnerable, neglected, abandoned or difficult to place. Adoptable residents are prepared for permanent homes, while animals unable to be adopted can remain at the sanctuary. Its rural campus includes extensive outdoor areas, a cattery and an on-site medical facility.
Last Verified
September 26, 2026