AARF - Animal Adoption and Rescue Foundation (Winston-Salem)
Winston-Salem, NC
Mission HunterAARF aids homeless and helpless cats and dogs in the greater Winston-Salem area; providing rescue and adoption services, information, and…
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Adolescent & Animal Resource Fund (AARF REHAB)
AARF REHAB, NC
Adolescent & Animal Resource Fund (AARF Rehab & Sanctuary) Our Pet List…
Adopt an Angel (Wilmington)
Wilmington, NC
Adopt an ANGEL is a 501c3 charitable organization based in New Hanover County, North Carolina. We were founded in January of 2004 and our mission is to reduce…
Adoption First Animal Rescue
Jacksonville, NC
We are an animal rescue located in North Carolina! We specialize in pulling dogs that are set to be euthanized at the local animal shelters. We are a nonprofit…
All 4 Cats
Wilmington, NC
All 4 Cats is a no-kill cat rescue and community outreach located in Wilmington, NC. We are an all-volunteer organization and our mission is saving and…
All Breed Animal Rescue of the Carolinas
Zebulon, NC
Based in Zebulon, North Carolina, All Breed Animal Rescue of the Carolinas, or ALLBARC, is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization committed to saving neglected,…
Animal Adoption League (AAL)
AAL, NC
The Animal Adoption League (AAL) is a 501(c)3 non-profit group organized in 1992 by a group of caring individuals. The mission of the Animal Adoption League…
Animal Protection Society of Person County
Roxboro, NC
Animal Protection Soceity of Person County, NC is a nokill 501c3 non-profit animal rescue orgainization. We rescue animals from the shelter that are in danger…
Anson County Animal Shelter
Polkton, NC
7527 US Highway 74 W Polkton, NC 28135 Phone: (704) 994-2738 [email protected]
ARF (Humane Society of Jackson County)
Humane Society of Jackson County, NC
ARF (Humane Society of Jackson County) is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. Our focus is to rescue, rehome, foster, spay and neuter dogs in Jackson County.…
ARFP - Animal Rescue & Foster Program (Greensboro)
Greensboro, NC
The Animal Rescue & Foster Program, founded in 1992, is a 501(C)(3) not-for-profit charitable organization supported by membership and private donations.…
Ashe Humane Society
West Jefferson, NC
Our Mission The Ashe County Humane Society works to promote the welfare of companion animals in the community through programs and strategies aimed at…
Asheville Humane Society
Asheville, NC
We're about hope, not heartache. As Buncombe County’s critical safety net since 1984, we are always here to save and protect every animal. We have mastered the…
Atlantic Rottweiler Rescue and Friends
Mooresville, NC
We are a small all-volunteer rescue organization with seasoned rescuers who have been rescuing and placing dogs for many years. Our mission is to rescue,…
Avery Humane Society
Newland, NC
Avery Humane Society is a 501c3 non-profit charitable organization. Our mission is to respond humanely to the needs of animals in Avery County. 279 New Vale…
Bella Vita Animal Rescue, Inc.
Statesville, NC
We are passionate about saving the lives of pets. Our mission is to advance the No Kill movement by supporting local animal shelters and the community. Email…
BFPA - Best Friend Pet Adoption (Cary)
Cary, NC
Best Friend Pet Adoption (BFPA) is a no-kill animal rescue organization based in central North Carolina. BFPA has no building, office, or shelter. We are an…
Black Dog Club
Smithfield, NC
Black Dog Club provides rescue, rehabilitation, and training for dogs pulled from high-kill, rural animal shelters throughout the South. We focus our efforts…
Blind Spot Animal Sanctuary
Rougemont, NC
At Blind Spot, we rescue, rehabilitate and care for who have been surrendered, abandoned or exploited. We focus on those animals that are often overlooked due…
Blue Moon Shepherd Rescue, Inc.
Rocky Point, NC
Our mission is simple: Save as many German shepherds as we can and place them in loving and appropriate homes where they will never know pain and suffering…
Blue Ridge Humane Society (Hendersonville)
Hendersonville, NC
The Blue Ridge Humane Society, established in 1950, is a nonprofit, no kill, animal welfare organization, dedicated to ensuring a safe environment for…
Burlington Animal Services
Burlington, NC
Burlington Animal Services is a department of the city of Burlington in North Carolina. They offer animal sheltering and adoption services for all of Alamance…
Calvin's Paws (Cary)
Cary, NC
Welcome to Marley's Cat Tales, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit animal rescue. We are dedicated to rescuing and finding homes for stray and abandoned animals, providing…
CAPS - Carolina Animal Protection Society of Onslow County, Inc
Jacksonville, NC
Carolina Animal Protection Society of Onslow County, Inc is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, un-sheltered organization founded in 1977 that exists solely on donations…
Carolina Animal Rescue & Adoption
Sanford, NC · No-kill pledge
Carolina Animal Rescue & Adoption (CARA) is a private non-profit (501c3) No-Kill shelter in Lee County, NC. 42 Deep River Rd Sanford, NC 27330 919-774-9433…
Carolina Border Collie Rescue
Durham, NC
Education - Promote public awareness of the Border Collie as a working breed, and provide a counseling/referral service to Border Collie owners. Enrichment -…
Carolina P.A.W.S
Waxhaw, NC
We are an all-volunteer based 501c3 nonprofit animal rescue centrally located in the greater Charlotte NC area. Our dedicated volunteers are devoted to helping…
Cashiers Highlands Humane Society
Cashiers, NC · No-kill pledge
Nonprofit, no-kill animal shelter for dog and cats in the mountains of Western North Carolina, established in 1987. Cashiers-Highlands Humane Society PO Box…
Castaways Rescue, Inc
Maysville, NC
At Castaways, our goal is to rescue dogs from abusive and neglectful circumstances, as well as dogs who are at risk of being euthanized due to capacity issues…
Cat Angels Pet Adoption
Cary, NC
Our goal is to help homeless, abandoned and abused cats and kittens find safe, loving, permanent homes. At Cat Angels Pet Adoptions, every cat and kitten…
Catering To Cats and Dogs (Cornelius)
Cornelius, NC
A 501(c)3 tax-deductable charity organization, C2CND rescues hundreds of animals a year in Charlotte and the surrounding areas, by pulling from high-kill…
Catman2 Shelter (Cullowhee)
Cullowhee, NC
The largest non-profit no-kill cage-free cats-only shelter in Western NC. Conceived in 1996, Catman2 is managed by Dr. Harold Sims, a retired college biology…
Cat Tails
Ocean Isle Beach, NC
We are a No-Kill Cat Adoption Center. Cat Tails is a non-profit organization comprised of a group of dedicated, cat-loving people. We have come together to…
Chances Angel Rescue & Education, (C.A.R.E.)
C.A.R.E., NC
Chances Angel Rescue & Education, (C.A.R.E.) in action, saving lives, finding hope, changing lives, making dreams come true, sharing love and happiness,…
Charlie’s Angels Animal Rescue
Fletcher, NC
Charlie’s Angels Animal Rescue is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization that was founded in early 2009 with the purpose of rescuing animals from the Transylvania…
Chatham Animal Rescue Education Inc.
Pittsboro, NC
The mission of Chatham Animal Rescue & Education (CARE) is to promote the health and safety of all dogs and cats in Chatham County, NC. CARE foster…
CHFC - Caring Hearts for Canines (South Pines)
South Pines, NC
Caring Hearts for Canines (CHFC) is a 501(c)3 non-profit canine rescue organization. Based in Southern Pines, NC. CHFC primarily serves the area of Moore…
Chihuahua Rescue & Transport
Durham, NC
Chihuahua Rescue & Transport (CRT) is a foster-based rescue group that places Chihuahuas and Chihuahua mixes in approved homes. Our purpose is to extend…
Cliffords Army Rescue Extravaganza
Shelby, NC
A group of volunteers organized to provide support for the homeless animals in our area, including animals at county run facilities, thus increasing their…
Colonial Capital Humane Society (CCHS)
CCHS, NC
Established in 1978, Colonial Capital Humane Society (CCHS) is the only no-kill shelter in Craven County. We are committed to providing a safe and nurturing…
Companion Animal Rehoming Center (Autryville)
Autryville, NC
We started rescuing animals in 2005. Since then we have placed over 125 dogs and 32 cats in loving, permanent homes. Our animals come from high kill animal…
Connie's Kittens
NC
Connie's Kittens is an all-volunteer, registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to reducing the population of homeless cats and kittens in North…
CVAAG - Carolina Veterinary Assistance & Adoption Group (Reidsville)
Reidsville, NC
We at Carolina Veterinary Assistance and Adoption Group will assist homeless, abandoned, abused, and injured strayed domestic animals, providing shelter,…
Diamonds in the Ruff Canine Rescue
Goldsboro, NC
Diamonds in the Ruff Canine Rescue is a group of volunteer dog lovers that rescue, provide sanctuary, and ultimately re-home abandoned, stray and neglected…
Dog Warriors Rescue
NC
Dog Warriors Rescue is a local, foster based rescue who saves dogs from poor situations before finding them their forever homes. Back in April 2019, Dog…
Family Addition Dog Rescue
Charlotte, NC
Family Addition Dog Rescue is a 501c3 non-profit organization located in Charlotte, NC and the surrounding area. We are a small volunteer-based rescue with all…
Farm Friends Rescue
Pittsboro, NC
Farm Friends Rescue was founded by Pittsboro, NC resident Karen Hall. For her, it all started at a young age when she decided she would like to run an animal…
Fayetteville Animal Protection Society
Fayetteville, NC
Fayetteville Animal Protection Society, Inc. (FAPS) is the only Cumberland County No-Kill, non-profit animal shelter supported by volunteers, grants and…
Feline Friends of Ruff Love Rescue
Greensboro, NC
Feline Friends of Ruff Love Rescue was started by a few volunteers of Ruff Love Rescue (dog rescue) that have a passion for both dogs and cats. We continue to…
Feline Hope Animal Shelter, Inc. (Kitty Hawk)
Kitty Hawk, NC
Feline Hope believes that all cats are created equal and all deserve a chance for life. Publicly we dedicate most of our energies to taking in domestic…
Feline Network Rescue
Mooresville, NC
Started in 2003 Feline Network Rescue INC is a 501C3 charity originally located in Northern VA but relocated to the Greater Charlotte NC in 2019. Feline…
Feline Urgent Rescue and Rehab
Hampstead, NC
Terry formed a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization in December of 2009 but FURR actually began in 2008 and quickly grew with ever-increasing cat rescue needs.…
Feline Urgent Rescue of Western North Carolina
Waynesville, NC
After witnessing growing stray cat populations and high shelter euthanasia rates, four friends knew they had to do something. In 2012, they created FUR of…
Feline Urgent Resue of WNC (Waynesville)
Waynesville, NC
As guardians of displaced felines, our mission is to provide a safe haven for cats, thereby reducing the homeless population, the shelter euthanasia rates, and…
FFAS - Faithful Friends Animal Sanctuary (Salisbury)
Salisbury, NC
Faithful Friends Animal Sanctuary (FFAS) is a safe place for abused and abandoned dogs and cats, while providing health care, spaying/neutering, protection,…
Fifi’s Friends Rescue
Bakersville, NC
Fifi’s Friends Rescue at Laughing Dog Farm is a small no kill dog rescue and 501(c)(3) non-profit located in the picturesque mountain-town of Bakersville, NC.…
Finders Keepers Animal Sanctuary
Creedmoor, NC
Our work is founded on the belief that we have a moral obligation to prevent the unnecessary death and suffering of animals. We believe that every animal has…
Fine Whines and Lickers
Reidsville, NC
After many years of fostering and volunteering for local the animal shelters and rescues we had finally decided to open our an all volunteer dog rescue here in…
Flip Side Sanctuary
Tabor City, NC
Established in 2015, Flip Side Sanctuary strives to provide a safe haven for abused, abandoned, orphaned and neglected farmed and companion animals that have…
Foothills Canine Rescue, Inc.
Lenoir, NC
Formerly known as Pet Partners Rescue, our mission is to find loving forever homes for unwanted, abandoned, & homeless animals in our beautiful hometown of…
Foothills Humane Society (Columbus)
Columbus, NC
FHS is a wonderful and caring place for animals. Employees and volunteers work very hard to find homes for the animals. Animals are treated very well here, and…
Forever Dream Senior Dog Sanctuary
Tryon, NC
Forever Dream Senior Dog Sanctuary is an all-volunteer, non-profit, animal welfare organization dedicated to the rescue and placement of stray, neglected and…
Forever Home Canine Rescue
Barium Springs, NC
Forever Home Canine Rescue is a 501(c) (3) non-profit, all-volunteer supported rescue for unwanted and homeless dogs. We are solely supported by kind donations…
Forsyth Humane Society
Winston-Salem, NC
61 Miller Street Winston-Salem, NC 27103 The Forsyth Humane Society located in Winston-Salem, North Carolina is a not-for-profit organization committed to…
Fort-Fortitudine Vincimus Rescue Center (Asheboro)
Asheboro, NC
The Fort was founded in North Carolina in 2012 By Jake Gardner, formerly of Villalobos Rescue Center and Animal Planets hit TV show "Pit Bulls &…
For the Love of Dogs, Inc. (Wilson)
Wilson, NC
For the Love of Dogs, Inc. is a non profit no-kill organization made up of volunteers who are committed to the humane treatment of puppies and adult dogs. The…
Freedom Ride Rescue
Raleigh, NC
We are proud to be the crazy dog lovers who skip out on work to transport dogs from all over the state to their excited fosters’ homes; who stay up late…
Freedom Unchained, Inc.
Turkey, NC
Freedom Unchained, Inc. is a no-kill dog rescue in Turkey, NC. We have been in operation for 5 years and have adopted out over 350 dogs! Call Us: 910-703-6046…
Friends For Animals Humane Society of Burke County
Morganton, NC
Over ten thousand animals have been adopted through Friends for Animals since 1997 and the organization has provided homes to a steady stream of animals that…
Friends In Need Animal Rescue, Inc.
Lexington, NC
Friends In Need Animal Rescue, Inc. is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit, no kill rescue located in Davidson County, NC. We have provided a sanctuary for…
Furever Angels of Charlotte
Charlotte, NC
Furever Angels is a no-kill 501c3 tax deductible dog rescue made up of volunteer advocates whose mission is to provide safe loving foster homes and ultimately…
FurEver Friends
Asheville, NC
FurEver Friends is a non-profit, no-kill, all volunteer rescue in Asheville, NC that is committed to improving the welfare of stray, abandoned and unwanted…
Goathouse Refuge (Pittsboro)
Pittsboro, NC
The Goathouse Refuge is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, no-kill animal sanctuary dedicated to providing cage-free care for cats regardless of age, medical issues or…
Godbey Creek Canine Rescue
Mocksville, NC
At Godbey Creek Canine Rescue, we work tirelessly to protect, provide, promote and place our rescue companions by matching the right pet with the right family…
Greater Charlotte SPCA
Charlotte, NC
The Greater Charlotte Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) serves the animals and people of Charlotte, NC and the surrounding counties. We…
Great Pyrenees Rescue of Western North Carolina
Claremont, NC
The Great Pyrenees Rescue of Western NC also operates as a Sanctuary for Great Pyrenees that are in need of long term foster. We have several older Great…
Greenville Animal Protective Services
Greenville, NC
The mission of the Greenville Animal Protective Services Unit is to promote responsible pet ownership and animal welfare. We strive to provide quality service…
Greyhound Friends of North Carolina
Summerfield, NC
Greyhound Friends of North Carolina (GFNC) – a 501(c)(3) nonprofit – is an established adoption agency providing retired racing greyhounds a path to lifelong…
Happy Hills Animal Foundation Inc.
Staley, NC
3143 Happy Hills Dr Staley, NC 27355 Cheryl Routh started Happy Hills in 1982 as a boarding and grooming kennel. (boarding and grooming services are still…
Happy Tails Rescue, Inc.
Maiden, NC
Happy Tails Rescue, Inc. is a small 501c3 NC non-profit K9 rescue organization ran by a group of hard working volunteers. We are located in the North Carolina…
Harvey’s Heroes Dog Rescue
Gastonia, NC
Harvey's Heroes Dog Rescue is named after our founder's personal dog, Harvey. Harvey was rescued from a rural shelter in Tennessee in 2008 as a 30lb 3 month…
HEART - Heaven and Earth Animal Rescue Team (Raleigh)
Raleigh, NC
Heaven and Earth Animal Rescue Team is a nonprofit, all volunteer, limited admission pet rescue organization funded by private donations. We are committed to…
Heart of the Foothills Animal Rescue
Rutherfordton, NC · No-kill pledge
Heart of the Foothills Animal Rescue is a local non-profit organization working to build a no kill community in Rutherfordton, NC. Everyone of our volunteers,…
Hope Animal Rescue
Durham, NC
We are an all-volunteer run organization. We were founded in 2013 by Cathy and Ashley Threadingham, a mother-daughter duo. Since then, we’ve grown tremendously…
Hope For All Dogs
Pineville, NC
Hope for All Dogs is an all breed NO KILL Rescue. We rescue stray and unwanted dogs from high-kill shelters before they are euthanized. We focus on senior and…
HSEC - Humane Society of Eastern Carolina
Greenville, NC
HSEC cares for homeless and neglected pets until they find their forever home... Help us help them! The Humane Society of Eastern Carolina is a private…
Humane Society Of Catawba County
Hickory, NC
PO Box 63 Hickory, NC 28603 The Humane Society Of Catawba County has a Mission: To make our community a better place by serving as an advocate for companion…
Humane Society of Charlotte
Charlotte, NC
The Humane Society of Charlotte is working with you to create a world where there are no more homeless and unwanted animals. As a “space available shelter,”…
Humane Society of Concord & Greater Cabarrus County
Concord, NC
To create, among the people of Cabarrus, North Carolina county, an awareness of animals in need of help and a method to control the animal population by…
Humane Society of Davie County
mocksville, NC
The HSDC rescues cats and dogs and provides temporary care, housing and love until they are adopted into a loving home. Our address is Humane Society of Davie…
Humane Society of Wilkes
Wilkesboro, NC
The Humane Society of Wilkes was founded in 1996. The Humane Society of Wilkes does not have its own animal shelter. Our volunteers work closely with the…
Independent Animal Rescue
Durham, NC
Independent Animal Rescue is a non-profit group in the Triangle region of North Carolina that works to provide homes for hundreds of unwanted cats and dogs…
It Takes A Village
Sanford, NC
It Takes A Village began with Jimmy Buffett, lost in the Carolinas. This sweet young man found his way to Melissa and Lori through the power of social media.…
Johnston County Animal Protection League
Smithfield, NC
We are a collection of passionate individuals with different strengths and personalities. We all have one thing in common…we love animals and believe they…
JPR - Jaded Paws Rescue (Hubert)
Hubert, NC
JPR is a 501c3 non-profit organization, that works around the clock to give "Pit Bulls" another chance at a happily ever after. Each and EVERY dog taken in,…
Juliet's House
Greensboro, NC
Juliet's House a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization located in Greensboro, NC. The Mission of Juliet's House is to promote the humane care and rescue of…
Lake Norman Humane - formerly Humane Society of IRedell (Mooresville)
Mooresville, NC
Humane Society of Iredell 110 Robinson Rd Mooresville, NC 28117 Office: 704-663-3330 Fax: 704-663-3353 www.humanesocietyofiredell.net Email:…
Lee Shore Rescue, Inc
Spindale, NC
Lee Shore is a collective of women with a shared passion for animals. The rescue was founded in 2017 by Paulina Putnam and Alison Shanahan, who had each worked…
Lending Paws A Hand, Inc.
Sanford, NC
Lending Paws A Hand, Inc. (LPAH) is a recognized 501(c)(3) volunteer-run, nonprofit organization that seeks to save the lives of unwanted, at-risk animals in…
Lincoln County
Lincolnton NC, NC
Contact Avie Parker, Volunteer/Outreach Coordinator Email Hannah Beaver, Director Email 650 John Howell Memorial Dr. Lincolnton, NC 28092 Ph: (704) 736-4125…
Pets being rehomed in North Carolina
Owners looking for the right home, often with no shelter involved.
Featured Aspen
Aspen is a senior dog, but don’t let that fool you! She’s energetic and full of life! She has no health…
Featured Squeaks
He is a sweet boy who wants a the hugs. He loves to give cuddles and play. He has good amount of energy, but…
Featured Daffodil
Daffodil (Daffy) is a sweet former stray looking for a loving home! She is a young adult, spayed, and in good…
Featured Angelica (Gelly)
Gelly is a very sweet girl and also very laid back. Unfortunately, we adopted another cat, male, who makes…
Featured BEAR
Bear is a 2-1/2 year old Black German Shepard. He has been neutered, dewormed and has all his shots. Very…
Featured Tiger
Tiger is 1 years old and is very talkative ~ call/text 828.502.8348 Leanne
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