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Ballantyne is surrounded by south Charlotte's best parks — including the William R. Davie off-leash dog park on Pineville-Matthews Road and the massive Anne Springs Close Greenway just across the SC line.
Mecklenburg County's largest dog park at 5 acres, on Pineville-Matthews Road just west of Ballantyne. Shaded trails, fresh water stations, and separate fenced areas for dogs over and under 20 lbs.
William R. Davie Park · South Charlotte 📍 Get DirectionsA paved multi-use greenway running through south Charlotte into the Ballantyne area. One of the most popular dog-walking trails on the south side — leash required along all greenway segments.
Little Sugar Creek · South Charlotte 📍 Get DirectionsA 2,100-acre nature preserve just across the SC border in Fort Mill — beloved by Ballantyne residents. Miles of dog-friendly trails through forest and meadow. Leash required; small admission fee on weekends.
Anne Springs Close · Fort Mill SC 📍 Get DirectionsBallantyne residents have access to the full network of Charlotte-area shelters and rescues — all within a short drive north on I-485.
A private no-kill nonprofit with a 99.9% live release rate. Adoption, affordable vet care, and spay/neuter services serving all of Mecklenburg County including Ballantyne.
Adoption · Spay/Neuter 📍 Get DirectionsThe county's official shelter at 8315 Byrum Drive. Serving all of Mecklenburg County — adopting directly from CMACC saves lives and frees space for more animals.
County Shelter · Adoption 📍 Get DirectionsAn independent nonprofit SPCA serving Charlotte and south Charlotte communities including Ballantyne — focused on reducing euthanasia and connecting animals with local adopters.
Dogs · Cats · Rescue 📍 Get DirectionsPet Adoption and Animal Welfare Society serving the greater Charlotte area. Places dogs and cats in loving homes through a thorough adoption process and foster network.
Dogs · Cats · Foster Network 📍 Get DirectionsA Charlotte-area cat rescue saving kittens and cats from high-kill shelters. Foster-based with regular adoption events accessible to Ballantyne residents.
Cats · Foster-Based 📍 Get DirectionsA Charlotte-based cat rescue with cats and kittens available throughout the metro area including south Charlotte. Foster-based and community-driven.
Cats Only · Charlotte Area 📍 Get DirectionsWhat Ballantyne residents are asking about Hello Friend.
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