The shelter, which was established in 1896, helps animals that are unwanted, neglected, abused and abandoned - as well as reuniting lost animals with their owners and finding loving new homes for those who are no longer wanted.
Here are 17 cute animals who are in need of a home - you can find out more at: https://www.dogandcatshelter.com/.
Take a look and see if you can open your heart and home to a new four-legged friend!
13. Coco and Soxs
Coco and Soxs are a very sweet, but shy pair who have taken a little while to settle in to the shelter. Coco (left) spends a lot of her time hiding away in her cat tree, however, she will jump down if staff sit with her and she will happily come to have a little fuss made of her. Soxs (right) also typically spends most of his time hiding in their cat tree. He has taken a little longer to build his confidence with the team, but he has now begun rolling around on the floor next to them. | Newcastle Dog & Cat Shelter
14. Wyatt (Staffordshire Bull Terrier Cross)
Wyatt is a friendly, fun and boisterous lad with the attention span of a goldfish! Although he always means well, Wyatt can get a little over excited at times and can behave in silly ways. | Newcastle Dog & Cat Shelter
15. Koda (French Bulldog)
Koda is a lovely little lad who enjoys socialising with his human friends. He’s an enthusiastic boy and even greets strangers as if they’re his best friend! He absolutely loves getting out and about on his walks and also enjoys playing with his toys – particularly balls or soft toys. | Newcastle Dog & Cat Shelter
16. Goku
Goku is a sweet and sensitive boy who took a little while to adjust to the shelter environment. He is easily overwhelmed and so really struggled initially with all of the strange new noises and things around him. He spent a lot of time hiding away in his safe spaces and feeling very unsure of shelter staff. | Newcastle Dog & Cat Shelter