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Puppies and dogs in North Carolina

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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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Ziti

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 2 mos
Wake Forest, NC
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(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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*** AVAILABLE ON-SITE STARTING THURSDAY 7/31 *** With those iconic eyeliner eyes, Ziti is effortlessly glamorous. She’s the first to wade into the puppy pool and the last to leave your lap. Calm but generous with kisses, Ziti waits patiently for affection and gives it back tenfold. She’s working on her manners—sitting for treats instead of jumping—and she’s quick to follow your lead on a walk or come running when she hears, “touch touch.”

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Rotini

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 2 mos
Wake Forest, NC
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(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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*** AVAILABLE ON-SITE STARTING THURSDAY 7/31 *** Rotini knows how to eat and knows how to relax. She is often found lounging poolside or happily wobbling over to her food bowl. She loves mealtime, belly rubs, and water in equal measure. Don’t let her chill vibe fool you though. She knows her recall, follows you on walks, and is picking up sit-for-a-treat with surprising focus. She’s not a fan of making messes in her space, either. Practical and adorable.

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Kielbasa

Hound (Unknown Type)

Female, 2 mos
Wake Forest, NC
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(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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*** AVAILABLE ON-SITE STARTING WEDNESDAY 7/30 *** This spunky girl is a lot of fun and loves playing with other dogs of all sizes. In fact, the bigger the better! She was always following around the 70 pound Shepard who lived in her foster home learning from the bigger older dog. Kielbasa is a confident pup who loves snuggling as much as playing with her toys. She loves affection more than food but will not refuse a treat. Training should come easily for her because she will just want to please you. Come see if this sweet girl is your furever pup!

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Cannelloni

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 2 mos
Wake Forest, NC
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(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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*** AVAILABLE ON-SITE STARTING THURSDAY 7/31 *** The fearless leader of the pasta pack, Cannelloni is equal parts sass and sweetness. She’s a fast learner with a nose for snacks. Don’t be surprised if she sneaks into your fanny pack for a treat! This clever girl quickly learned to swim, leads every puppy parade with confidence, and adores attention. She’s already learning how to sit politely for a treat, comes running when you call “touch touch,” and trots right by your side on walks like it’s second nature.

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Sophie

Hound (Unknown Type)

Female, 3 mos
Wake Forest, NC
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(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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*** AVAILABLE ON-SITE STARTING WEDNESDAY 7/30 *** Hound lovers unite in support of finding Sophie a new home! She is a confident and curious girl that is super smart and loves to be around people. She’s had lots of opportunities to play with kids of all sizes. She walks well on a leash for a young girl and will love keeping her skills up with her new family. Sophie is ready to be the center of your attention as this social young girl has never met a stranger. She’s ready for any adventure, so get your adoption request in today!

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Tortellini

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 2 mos
Wake Forest, NC
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(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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*** AVAILABLE ON-SITE STARTING THURSDAY 7/31 *** Tortellini is tuned in and ready to please. She sits fast, chases toys with purpose, and watches for your next cue. She’s the kind of pup who pays attention, and actually cares what you think. She’s already mastering recall (just say “touch touch” and watch her run toward you), walks with you naturally, and is learning that sitting calmly earns more treats than bouncing around. Her instincts are solid, and her heart is wide open.

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Puppies and dogs in North Carolina cities

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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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Saving Grace Animals for Adoption

PO Box 1649, Wake Forest, NC 27588

Pet Types: dogs, farm animals

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A New Leash On Life Dog Rescue

PO Box 774, Wake Forest, NC 27588

Pet Types: dogs

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Lets Go Home Now toy breed & Poodle rescue

Wake Forest, NC 27587

Pet Types: dogs

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Neshama Animal Rescue

Wake Forest, NC 27587

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Peaceful Paws Giant Dog Placement Services - Wake Forest

2100 Possum Trot Rd, WAKE FOREST, NC 27587

Pet Types: dogs

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Paws For Life NC

PO Box 338, Youngsville, NC 27596

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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SPCA of Franklin County

P.O. Box 1194, Youngsville, NC 27596

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

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Perfectly Imperfect Pups

Raleigh, NC 27614

Pet Types: dogs

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Change of Heart Pit Bull Rescue

1204 Falls Tower Dr, Raleigh, NC 27614

Pet Types: dogs

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Triangle Pets Alive of NC

Raleigh, NC 27614

Pet Types: dogs

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Labrador Retriever Chihuahua German Shepherd Dog American Pit Bull Terrier Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier Shih Tzu Boxer Dachshund Husky Beagle Poodle (Miniature) Jack Russell Terrier Australian Shepherd Boston Terrier Great Dane Border Collie Maltese Schnauzer (Miniature) Pomeranian Golden Retriever
Affenpinscher Afghan Hound Airedale Terrier Akbash Akita Alaskan Klee Kai Alaskan Malamute American Bulldog American Cocker Spaniel American Eskimo Dog American Hairless Terrier American Pit Bull Terrier American Staffordshire Terrier Anatolian Shepherd Aussiedoodle Australian Cattle Dog Australian Kelpie Australian Shepherd Australian Terrier Basenji Basset Hound Beagle Bearded Collie Beauceron Bedlington Terrier Belgian Laekenois Belgian Malinois Belgian Shepherd Belgian Tervuren Bernedoodle Bernese Mountain Dog Bichon Frise Black Mouth Cur Black and Tan Coonhound Bloodhound Blue Lacy/Texas Lacy Bluetick Coonhound Bolognese Border Collie Border Terrier Borzoi Boston Terrier Bouvier des Flandres Boxer Boykin Spaniel Briard Brittany Brussels Griffon Bull Terrier Bullmastiff
Cairn Terrier Canaan Dog Cane Corso Cardigan Welsh Corgi Carolina Dog Catahoula Leopard Dog Caucasian Shepherd Dog Cavachon Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Cavapoo Chesapeake Bay Retriever Chihuahua Chinese Crested Chinook Chiweenie Chow Chow Clumber Spaniel Cockapoo Cocker Spaniel Collie Coonhound Corgi Coton de Tulear Curly-Coated Retriever Dachshund Dalmatian Dandie Dinmont Terrier Doberman Pinscher Dogo Argentino Dogue de Bordeaux Dutch Shepherd
English (Redtick) Coonhound English Bulldog English Cocker Spaniel English Setter English Shepherd English Springer Spaniel English Toy Spaniel Entlebucher Feist Field Spaniel Fila Brasileiro Finnish Lapphund Finnish Spitz Flat-Coated Retriever Fox Terrier (Smooth) Fox Terrier (Toy) Fox Terrier (Wirehaired) Foxhound French Bulldog
German Pinscher German Shepherd Dog German Shorthaired Pointer German Spitz German Wirehaired Pointer Glen of Imaal Terrier Goberian Golden Retriever Goldendoodle Gordon Setter Great Dane Great Pyrenees Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Greyhound Halden Hound (Haldenstrover) Harrier Havanese Horgi Hovawart Husky
Ibizan Hound Icelandic Sheepdog Irish Setter Irish Terrier Irish Water Spaniel Irish Wolfhound Italian Greyhound Italian Spinone Jack Russell Terrier Japanese Chin Jindo
Kai Dog Karelian Bear Dog Keeshond Kerry Blue Terrier Kishu Komondor Kuvasz Kyi Leo Labradoodle Labrador Retriever Lakeland Terrier Lancashire Heeler Leonberger Lhasa Apso Löwchen
Maltese Maltipoo Manchester Terrier Maremma Sheepdog Mastiff Miniature Bull Terrier Miniature Dachshund Miniature Pinscher Morkie Mountain Cur Munsterlander Mutt Neapolitan Mastiff Newfoundland Norfolk Terrier Norwegian Buhund Norwegian Elkhound Norwegian Lundehund Norwich Terrier Nova Scotia Duck-Tolling Retriever
Old English Sheepdog Olde English Bulldogge Otterhound Papillon Parson Russell Terrier Patterdale Terrier (Fell Terrier) Pekingese Pembroke Welsh Corgi Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Pharaoh Hound Pitsky Plott Hound Podengo Portugueso Pointer Polish Lowland Sheepdog Pomeranian Pomsky Poodle (Miniature) Poodle (Standard) Poodle (Toy or Tea Cup) Portuguese Water Dog Presa Canario Pug Puggle Puli Pumi
Rat Terrier Redbone Coonhound Rhodesian Ridgeback Rottweiler Saluki Samoyed Schiller Hound Schipperke Schnauzer (Giant) Schnauzer (Miniature) Schnauzer (Standard) Schnoodle Scottie, Scottish Terrier Scottish Deerhound Sealyham Terrier Shar Pei Sheepadoodle Sheltie, Shetland Sheepdog Sheppit Shepsky Shiba Inu Shih Poo Shih Tzu Silky Terrier Skye Terrier Sloughi St. Bernard Staffordshire Bull Terrier Sussex Spaniel Swedish Vallhund
Texas Heeler Thai Ridgeback Tibetan Mastiff Tibetan Spaniel Tibetan Terrier Tosa Inu Treeing Walker Coonhound Vizsla
Weimaraner Welsh Springer Spaniel Welsh Terrier Westie, West Highland White Terrier Wheaten Terrier Whippet Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Xoloitzcuintle/Mexican Hairless
Yorkie Poo Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier