Serving Spartanburg County Since 1964

In 1964, a group of concerned citizens led by Mary Frances Grimes incorporated the Spartanburg Animal Welfare League (SAWL) to provide a humane method for managing the county's homeless animal population.

While our mission remains focused on providing shelter and care to lost, abandoned, and neglected pets, the SHS has evolved to develop proactive strategies aimed at combating its root causes.

As we respond to the immediate needs of displaced animals, we also offer services which help owners keep pets at home.

Adoptions at the SHS are designed to set families and pets up for successful and lasting relationships. . .

Affordable Veterinary and Spay/Neuter Services enable pet owners to provide their companions with the medical care they need and deserve. . .

Our Training and Behavior Department helps pets owners prevent or correct problem behaviors that threaten the bond with their pet. . .

Humane Education programs that share information on responsible care with current and future pet owners. . .

As we work to help pet owners make responsible choices for their best friends -- decisions that will keep them at home where they belong -- we are always here for the lost, abandoned, neglected, and unwanted animals who need us!