Nakita

About Nakita Sweet Nikita was so shy when she was surrendered to the shelter, but she is slowly coming out of her shell, and is enjoying walks in the yard while meeting the other dogs at the shelter. She is a Terrier mix, weighs 28 lbs, and is house trained. We believe that she will … Read more

Mila

About Mila Mila is a lovely Pit mix. She is 7 years old, born 10-01-2018, and weighs 55 pounds. Mila lived with Zeus, who is also on our website. She is shy with strangers, but soon warms up. We feel that in a new home, and with love and attention, she will gain confidence. If … Read more

Magnus

About Magnus Magnus means, “Great” in Latin, and this is one great dog. Magnus, a Shepherd mix, is a beautiful chestnut color. He is friendly and playful, and seems house trained. We estimate his birthday to be 05/01/19. Magnus weighs 65 lbs. If you are looking for a big dog to be your best friend, … Read more

Hauss

About Hauss Hauss is a friendly Beagle mix. He loves to run in the fenced yard and play with his canine friends. Hauss weighs 50 pounds, and has a beautiful reddish coat. He is 10 months old, and would love to find a forever home. If you are interested in adopting Hauss, please click on … Read more

Girlie

About Girlie Life has not been easy for 4-year-old Girlie, a beautiful brindle Plott Hound. For years she was left outside to fend for herself by her frequently absent owner. A kind neighbor brought her food and tried to keep her safe, concerned that she would be struck by a car along the busy road … Read more

Ginger

About Ginger How sweet is this little Terrier mix? Ginger is 2 years old. She loves people, and does better with male dogs than with female dogs. Ginger weighs 41 pounds, but is quite a compact “low rider” with short legs. One look at  those soulful eyes and you will want to take her home  to … Read more

Freya

About Freya Freya is a beautiful black and white Pit Bull born 07/02/22. She gave birth to 10 puppies at our shelter, and was eventually adopted by a family with several children. Unfortunately Freya’s super power was escaping their yard. She managed to get out of any enclosure and roam the neighborhood. Reluctantly her owner … Read more

Chase

About Chase Chase is a five-year-old Lab mix, born 11-02-2016. He is house trained, and weighs 50 lbs. Chase was formally in a home with an 11-year-old child and a cat, and he seemed to do well. However, since coming to our shelter we have found him to have an unpredictable reaction to strangers and … Read more

Charlotte

About Charlotte Charlotte is a pretty Pit mix. She is 7 years old, but can run like the wind. Charlotte loves people and is happiest when she is with her humans. She will do well with a male dog but probably not another female. This hefty girls weighs 70 pounds. She will bring great happiness to the lucky person … Read more

Cain

About Cain Meet Cain, the blue-eyed wonder dog. This handsome, 2-year-old Pit mix is very sociable. He likes nothing better than to roam the neighborhood and visit all the neighbors. Cain loves people and does fine with children. He is crate trained and house trained. He would do best in an active home where he gets plenty of exercise. … Read more

Blake

About Blake Blake came into our shelter with Mazie, who is also on this site. He is a friendly boy and gets along with other dogs, but is not enthusiastic about cats. Blake is a handsome Pit mix and weighs 55 pounds. He is 3 years old and has lived in a home.  We hope … Read more

Baby Trinity

About Baby Trinity Baby Trinity was spotted running down a county road, chasing a car that had purposefully abandoned her. One of our volunteers, who lives on the road, called to her and she came right to him. He and his wife have been fostering Baby and have found her to be affectionate and very … Read more

ADOPTED! Apollo

HAPPY ME! I’VE BEEN ADOPTED! Apollo’s Story Apollo is a happy boy. He loves people, especially if they have treats. He was born 06-06-23. Apollo  knows a few commands and will fetch a ball and “sit”. He weighs 50 pounds.  He is house trained and micro chipped. He can’t wait to find his forever home. … Read more

It Takes a Village

We are so fortunate to have the support of the people and businesses in our community and of our many adopters. Each time we put out a call on Facebook for laundry and cleaning supplies or dog or cat food, we receive packages from Chewy, Walmart or Amazon as well as generous people driving up … Read more

Christmas Minis at Adaland

Deck The Paws With a Furry Twist! Join us at Adaland Mansion on Nov 8-9, 10 am-3 pm for a paws-itively pet-friendly, festive family Christmas Minis photo shoot benefiting Animal Friends of Barbour County. For a $50 donation (Venmo, Cash App, PayPal), you will get: A 15-minute session Digital photos and online gallery Book now … Read more

Donations of Cat and Kitten Food Needed

Please, help us help our furry friends! 🐾 Animal Friends of Barbour County is reaching out to our amazing community for donations of cat food to support our rescue cats and kittens. We’re currently in need of: Here’s How You Can Donate Pet Food You can drop off your donations at our Shelter doorstep, or … Read more

Barktober Fest

Barktober Fest: An Evening of Fun and Giving Back Join Us for Music, Food, and Charity Benefiting Animal Friends of Barbour County Are you looking for an unforgettable night filled with lively music, delicious food, and the joy of making a difference? Mark your calendars for Barktober Fest on October 11, 2025—an event you won’t … Read more

Columbus Day – Duck Race on the Tygart River

The Tygart Valley Duck Race was rescheduled to October 13th due to the river not being high enough for the race. There is still time to enter a duck in the race and have a great time while helping the Belington Revitalization Committee (RWC) and Animal Friends of Barbour County. OLD FASHIONED DAYS Belington Revitalization … Read more