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Puppies and dogs in North Carolina

Looking for a puppy or dog in North Carolina? Adopt a Pet can help you find a new best friend near you.

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in North Carolina. To learn more about each adoptable dog, click on the "i" icon for fast facts, or their photo or name for full details.
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Venus

Hound (Unknown Type)

Female
Wilmington, NC
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I was surrendered with my 5 littermates. I'm 6 months old now. I'm shy and timid but sweet as I can be. I'm Venus. If you are interested in me, please call Sherry at (910) 523-1254 or this Saturday, I'll be at Pawz in the Park from 11-4. Come see me!  October 8, 2024, 7:48 pm

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Millie

American Staffordshire Terrier

Female, Adult
Raleigh, NC
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Primary Color: Tan Weight: 50 Age: 2yrs 1mths 2wks

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Fifi Flooferton

Poodle (Miniature)

Female, Adult
Raleigh, NC
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Primary Color: Cream Weight: 28 Age: 2yrs 0mths 3wks

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Lovely Lydia

American Staffordshire Terrier

Female, Adult
Raleigh, NC
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Primary Color: Grey Secondary Color: White Weight: 45.5 Age: 4yrs 0mths 1wks

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Fiona

American Staffordshire Terrier

Female, Adult
Raleigh, NC
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Primary Color: Black Secondary Color: White Weight: 60 Age: 3yrs 0mths 0wks

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Hank The Tank

Mastiff

Male, Young
Raleigh, NC
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This pet was brought in as a stray and will NOT be available for adoption through our program. All stray animals brought in are posted on the gallery to hopefully be reunited with their families. Each pet is evaluated upon arrival, and throughout their stay, at the Animal Center and we do our best to place the animal in the setting most appropriate for them. Sometimes, they may be better served through one of our Transfer Partners due to the intervention needed, ongoing care required or a quieter setting for that individual. We want our animals to put their best paw forward. If you are a 501c3 rescue and are interested in partnering with WCAC to help this pet, and others, you can find more information on how to help at: https://www.wakegov.com/departments-government/animal-services/community-partners/transfer-program If this is your pet, please contact us immediately at AnimalCenter@wake.gov Primary Color: Black Weight: 74 Age: 1yrs 0mths 0wks

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Shelters & rescues in North Carolina

There are animal shelters and rescues that focus specifically on finding great homes for dogs in North Carolina. Browse these rescues and shelters below.

Here are a few organizations closest to you:

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Puffie's Pawz Rescue

Siler City, NC 27344

Pet Types: dogs

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Tysor Veterinary Clinic

1401 N. Second Avenue, Siler City, NC 27344

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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Happy Hills Animal Foundation

3143 Happy Hills Dr, Staley, NC 27355

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Singing Dog Farm, Inc.

Snow Camp, NC 27349

Pet Types: dogs

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American Brittany Rescue NC/SC

Pittsboro, NC 27312

Pet Types: dogs

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Creature Coalition Animal Rescue and the Crusty Cottage Sanctuary

Pittsboro, NC 27312

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Turtle Pants Farm

Pittsboro, NC 27312

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, farm animals, horses, rabbits, reptiles, small animals

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Best Buddies Companion Rescue & Adoption

Pittsboro/Durham, NC 27312

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Chatham Animal Rescue and Education

PO Box 610, Pittsboro, NC 27312

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Farm Friends Rescue

P.O. Box 453, Pittsboro, NC 27312

Pet Types: dogs

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