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!
1. Looking for a home
All these pets at Newcastle Dog & Cat Shelter are searching for a home. | Newcastle Dog & Cat Shelter
2. Bruce (Jack Russell Terrier Crossbreed)
Bruce arrived into care a worried boy and struggled with the new place in the early days. But since spending time with the team he has really come out of his shell and is an affectionate and playful chap! He also arrived very overweight and is still on a little bit of a journey with this, which will need to be continued into his new home. Despite this, he has quite a bit of energy. | Newcastle Dog & Cat Shelter
3. 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
4. Bella (Lurcher)
Bella is a lovely, energetic girl who is loads of fun to spend time with. She is super friendly and makes friends with everyone she meets really quickly, she sometimes has trouble keeping all four paws on the ground when she sees people! | Newcastle Dog & Cat Shelter