Animal Ordinances

Yadkin County Animal Ordinances

North Carolina has laws to protect animals. If you have a concern that an animal is being mistreated or neglected, report it immediately by contacting the Yadkin County Sheriff's Department at (336) 849-7808.

All North Carolina General Statutes apply, here are a few links for statutes that relate to animals:

• Article 47: Cruelty to Animals (PDF)
• Chapter 19A: Protection of Animals (PDF)
• Subchapter 52J: Record Keeping and Licensing
• Chapter 67: Dogs
• Chapter 68 Article 3: Livestock Law (PDF)
• Chapter 130A: Public Health, Communicable Disease, Rabies