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Pets & animals

The City of Loris has no animal-control department of its own. Here's who actually handles strays and animal emergencies, and where to find local vet care.

The animal-control contact is Horry County's own published listing, verified July 8, 2026. The veterinary listing is a convenience for residents, clearly labeled as not a city or county endorsement.

Stray, injured, or dangerous animal

Horry County Animal Care Center

Horry County handles strays, injured animals, and welfare concerns for Loris; the city has no animal-control department of its own.

Animal Care Center(843) 915-5172

Nuisance / welfareenvironmentalservices@horrycountysc.gov

County department pagehorrycountysc.gov ↗

On this siteFull report-a-problem details →

A dangerous animal threatening people right now is an emergency — call 911.

Loris Animal Hospital

Convenience listing, not a city or county endorsement · verified July 8, 2026

A local veterinary practice in Loris. Call ahead for hours and availability.

2955 Broad StLoris, SC 29569

Office(843) 756-1020

This is one confirmed local option, not a complete list of area vets. Additional practices and emergency-vet coverage are a planned follow-up.