Paws For Life NC

She is the QUEEN... you live in her kingdom... you will do her bidding and abide by her rules!  She will give you all of the love she ha... show more

She is the QUEEN... you live in her kingdom... you will do her bidding and abide by her rules!  She will give you all of the love she has and she really enjoys spending time with her people - ONCE SHE GETS TO KNOW YOU!  More often than not, if you are sitting or lying down she will be close by, preferably using you as a pillow.   Laps really do make nice, warm, cozy napping spots. She is the Queen after all... and wants to be treated as such. She is a playful girl.  She still acts like a kitten when it comes to playing and small toys she can swat around seem to be her favorites. When not playing, she enjoys lounging at the top of her cat tree so she can see everything.  She likes to survey her surroundings and see what is going on. So, really, the best of both worlds = playful and chill!   She needs to make sure everything is as it should be in her little kingdom!   Abby needs to be the only cat in the home--she does not get along with dogs or other cats.  She, and she alone, is QUEEN OF THE CASTLE!   She will be a wonderful companion to the person who will commit to loving her and accept her terms. She does well with adults and should be okay with older children who understand to take things on Abby's time.  A little patience goes a long way with her - she may be a bit shy and timid at the first meeting - but once she gets to know you she will be "all in"!  Until she gets to know you and trusts you... she will be standoffish and likely give you the eye.  If you move too fast for her comfort, she will swat at your hand.  Remember... her kingdom, her rules. Abby is spayed, microchipped, and up to date on all shots. For more information and to fill out an application, go to www.pawsforlifenc.org. Foster to adopt option is available. show less

Aggie is a very sweet and friendly 6-month-old kitten.  She is confident, curious, and affectionate.  She loves, loves, LOVES to have he... show more

Aggie is a very sweet and friendly 6-month-old kitten.  She is confident, curious, and affectionate.  She loves, loves, LOVES to have her head scratched.   She doesn't seem to mind being held while you take her on a tour of her surroundings so she can see the things that are up high.   She enjoys a soft, squishy cat bed.   We do not know how she is with dogs but we believe she should do fine with a proper introduction to a kitty-friendly dog(s).   She shows interest when she sees one and she does not bow-up or hiss.    Believe it or not, she came to us with a litter of kittens. Kittens having kittens! She still has some growing to do but she is healthy, spayed, vaccinated, and microchipped.  She is ready to be pampered and loved!! Please submit an adoption application at www.pawsforlifenc.org     show less

Amelia has the best ears and such beautiful expressions on her gorgeous face!  Don't you agree?  She is medium size (~48 lbs) and would... show more

Amelia has the best ears and such beautiful expressions on her gorgeous face!  Don't you agree?  She is medium size (~48 lbs) and would love a home where she is given a lot of opportunity to play and be a pup. She loves playing with her foster fur family and would do great with another playful pup. She loves snuggles and play time with her humans.   She loves going for walks, is curious, eager to please her family, very smart and treat motivated.  She is learning good leash manners but does pull if she sees something that excites her. We use positive reinforcement training with treats, and she is responding well. It is a great part of her wonderful daily routine.   She is also content being outside and soaking up all the sunshine.  A fenced yard is required for Amelia; she needs it to run, play and burn of energy.  Another dog isn't required for Ameilia; however, a fun, furry sibling to play with would be great fit for this young, playful, happy girl! Her new family will need to make sure they have the appropriate amount of time to spend with her burning off her happy excitment. She loves all kinds of toys, so stock up on a variety for her to play with. Probably not a perfect apartment pup as she will bark when she hears noises outside.   Not only is she dog friendly, she was tested at the shelter and was curious about cats. Her foster kitty sibling has not given Amelia the opportunity to interact. She will chase if they run, and she likely wants to play.  So a family with dog-savvy cats should be ok.  Amelia is also good with kids and lives with 2 little ones in her foster family (2 and 4 year olds).  She knows no stranger and loves everyone she meets.    Once she has burned off her energy, Amelia is really a bit of a couch potato, so someone to sit with her and watch, TV, read and relax would be wonderful. She loves spending time with her humans, too!!  Ameilia is doing both crate and house trained; no worries there :). She sleeps in her crate night.    Amelia isn't quite sure about the lawn mowers and they scare her a bit. She has really become a road trip fan and loves going on car rides, so don't hesitate to take her with you. DOB 09/27/2021. She is a female Bulldog mix. As part of Amelia's $300 adoption fee, she is spayed, microchipped, up to date on age appropriate vaccines, and current on her monthly flea/tick and heartworm preventatives.  If you have questions about this sweet little girl, you can email Dogteam@pawsforlifenc.org.  If you wish to adopt Amelia, you can fill in an online application for her under the Adopt a Pet Tab on our website:  www.pawsforlifenc.org. show less

Annie is a quiet girl that would like someone who will snuggler her, let her crawl up next to you and lay across your lap.  She has a ge... show more

Annie is a quiet girl that would like someone who will snuggler her, let her crawl up next to you and lay across your lap.  She has a gentle and sweet personality.  She would be fine with a not so super active person because she is fine chilling out and is a bit of a couch potato.   She is quiet and happy to just be with her person.  She would be fine in an apartment, condo and townhome as long as her very special person would take her out 4-5 times a day to go for a nice stroll and make sure she has the appropriate number of potty breaks.  She would likely prefer having someone home more than away, so someone who works from or goes to school remotely would be a good fit.   Annie’s ideal home would probably be her as the only pet. She’s a sweety and would do well as your main priority.  She is ok with some dogs but needs a slow introduction.  Older kids who are familar with dogs would be fine in Annie's new home but not young, rowdy young ones as she likes a quieter lifestyle.   Annie is learning what life is like with lots of new people, places, pups and new things to do.  She is still shy and needs someone who is patient, understanding, and who will go slow.  Talking about going places, Annie does enjoy car rides and would like to take rides with you, so she would love for you to pack her up and take her with you.   DOB 12/30/2020. She is a 53lb female Shepherd mix. As part of Annie's $300 adoption fee, she is spayed, microchipped, up to date on age appropriate vaccines, and current on her monthly flea/tick and heartworm preventatives.  If you have questions about this sweet little girl, you can email Dogteam@pawsforlifenc.org.  If you wish to adopt Annie, you can fill in an online application for her under the Adopt a Pet Tab on our website:  www.pawsforlifenc.org. show less

Aspen would be an awesome addition to your family! When you see her you will see she has the most beautiful brown eyes that sparkle in t... show more

Aspen would be an awesome addition to your family! When you see her you will see she has the most beautiful brown eyes that sparkle in the sun against her gleaming, sleek black coat.  She has a big, bright smile guaranteed to brighten your day with two great ears that are most often found - one going up and one going out. What's not to love??   Aspen is very smart, gentle, and loving. She gets along with other young, playful dogs and would love another fun, furry sibling in her new home.  This girl is also good with kids. She plays with her foster sibling who is 3 year old dog off and on most of the day.  Aspen would like a little time being introduced to new dogs and get to know them.  She isn't a huge fan of doggie daycare or dog parks...she likes a smaller playtime environment.   She loves toys of all kinds and has no problem "stealing" them from another pup!  Make sure to have a variety on hand for her to play with! Aspen does not require another pup in the home as long as her family makes sure to give her lots of love, attention and spends a lot of time with her playing and burning off energy.   Give this girl a yard with a 5ft fall fence so she can run and play.  She loves the out-of-doors and has a fun time chasing any of those little creatures like rabbits, cats, squirrels or birds so if they find their way into the yard off she goes giving chase! She would much rather be in the yard then walking on a leash.  She hasn't tried to jump so a 5ft fence should be fine; she will dart at an open gate so keep those latches/doors secured at all times.    Aspen also loves the car so feel free to pack her up when you are on the go. She will be a great road trip companion. Plus she is good with strangers; just a little shy at first.  With some love and attention, her beautiful Aspen smile will greet everyone! She has the shiniest, black coat with the cutest ears that go this way and that. She has a lady swish, swag, just a little limp that makes her have the cutest little Aspen shuffle.     She isn't quite crate trained at this time; she sleeps in a spare room and does fine.  She is already potty/house trained so no need to worry about that.  She uses a doggie door at ther foster house and let's herself out when she has to go.  She loves doggie day care as well.    She is smart lady and already knows basic commands like SIT and DOWN.  She likes going for walks and is good on a leash.  She will just be an overall AWESOME addition to almost any family!  So what are you waiting for?  Aspen is just a perfect girl so wait no longer to fill out an application and get approved for adoption!    DOB 06/01/2019, Lab mix. As part of Aspen's $250 adoption fee, she is spayed, microchipped, up to date on vaccines, and current on her monthly flea/tick and heartworm preventatives. If you have questions about this sweet girl, you can email Dogteam@pawsforlifenc.org.  If you wish to adopt Aspen, you can fill in an online application for her under the Adopt a Pet Tab on our website:  www.pawsforlifenc.org show less

Baxter's cute underbite will make you smile! He has a great personality, and he can be describe as happy, energetic, and loves attention... show more

Baxter's cute underbite will make you smile! He has a great personality, and he can be describe as happy, energetic, and loves attention. He loves to be with his people and leans into you for a ear or neck rub! Isn't he what's missing in your family?    He hasn't had an opportunity to be around kitties so he has not been cat tested.  As far as kids go, he is good with older kids/teenagers due to size/energy/playfulness. Baxter is social with people & dogs.   Baxter is crate trained and house trained. Baxter sleeps all night in the crate and is quiet. Since he is still young, he goes out to potty every couple of hours to build his routine and ensure his success.  Someone who is gone for long periods of the day, would not be a great fit for Baxter and his age. He has a few road trips and seems to be fine and adjusting well to the world on wheels. In addition, he is doing well practicing on walking nicely on a leash! He is eager to please and is also easily redirected with positive reinforcement only training. He needs someone to spend time training him as he is still young and learning.   He enjoys to be outside on a sunny day. In addiiton, he LOVES to play in the water so a doggy pool would be an ideal activity for him and his family to play in the back yard! Baxter also loves chew toys to play with and he is sweet and shares toys easily.  He is also up for a good game of tug-o-war!   Little Baxter could be in a condo, apartment or townhown; he does not require a fence. He does; however, require a family that would then commit to lots of daily walks, playtime and activities to burn off his energy.  Remember he loves being outside, so a family that enjoys the outdoors is best suited for him. At his age, he is high energy, so no couch potato for this cutie!  Baxter would do well with a family that has time to walk him a few times a day. He wants to spend time with his humans in the house but tends to be a bit overexcited running around and not setting down if doesn't get the appropriate outside energy burnt off and giving him lots of time for exercise. He would love to join your fun family.    He's DOB 01/22/2022, 35lb male Pug mix. As part of Baxter's $250 adoption fee, he is neutered, microchipped, up to date on vaccines, and current on his monthly flea/tick and heartworm preventatives. If you have questions about this sweet boy, you can email Dogteam@pawsforlifenc.org.  If you wish to adopt Baxter, you can fill in an online application for him under the Adopt a Pet Tab on our website:  www.pawsforlifenc.org show less

Beans is a handsome and loving kitten. He loves to be petted and also loves to play. Beans will play with any toy but loves the shoestri... show more

Beans is a handsome and loving kitten. He loves to be petted and also loves to play. Beans will play with any toy but loves the shoestring and a crinkle toy. He will play fetch with the crinkle toy. Beans gets along great with his sibling, Taco, who is also available for adoption. Beans has been tested for FIV and Feline Leukemia and received his first vaccinations. His adoption fee includes his neuter surgery, microchip and rabies vaccine once he's old enough. Please note: we do not adopt our unaltered kittens to homes beyond a 45 minute drive from our Raleigh vet clinics.  show less

Bebe is a sweet gentle snuggle bug. She loves to give Esikmo kisses, head butts and tail shakes. Bebe enjoys all foods, treats, chasing... show more

Bebe is a sweet gentle snuggle bug. She loves to give Esikmo kisses, head butts and tail shakes. Bebe enjoys all foods, treats, chasing her sister, Bitzie and lazing on her cat tower. Bebe loves all toys that jingle, has feathers or springs. Bebe is a true delight. Bebe has tested negative for FIV/Feline Leukemia nd Heart Worms. She is spayed, microchipped and updated with all her vaccines. Put in your application today at www.pawsforlifenc.org show less

Bitzie is a real sweeheart. She has a real calm demeanor but enjoys a good chase from her sister, Bebe. Bitzie enjoys exploring, taking... show more

Bitzie is a real sweeheart. She has a real calm demeanor but enjoys a good chase from her sister, Bebe. Bitzie enjoys exploring, taking siestas on her cat tower and cuddling with the dog. Bitzie loves cat nip mice, springs and jiggly balls. Bitzie has tested negative for FIV/Feline Leukemia and Heart Worms. Bitzie's adopt fee includes: Updated vaccines, rabies, microchip and spay surgery. www.pawforelifenc.org Adoption Fee: $95 or 2/$160 show less

(DOB 10/28/2022). Due to Blake's young age, he has not yet been neutered. For this reason, we are only considering local placement (with... show more

(DOB 10/28/2022). Due to Blake's young age, he has not yet been neutered. For this reason, we are only considering local placement (within 1 hour drive time of Wake Forest NC).    If you are looking for a sweet, fun, energetic, confident pup, Blake is your boy! He wakes up every day ready to take on the world! He LOVES to play! He loves his toys and can entertain himself, but would much prefer to play with another pup! His goal in life is to eat, play, play, and play some more and then rest to get ready to play again! He’s very curious and loves to follow his people around to see what else he can learn about! He talks to let you know what’s on his mind and has quite the conversations. He will snuggle up and nap when he’s tired and it’s the sweetest thing ever! Put in your application NOW for a fun loving dude who will have you laughing every day with his silly antics!   Blake needs an active home with other dogs with similar energy levels, so he can play and burn his puppy energy. He loves to be around his people and dog friends and loves going to doggie daycare.  Blake is sweet and must have lots of varities in toys to play with! He also loves car rides and is happy to run errands or go for rides with you.   He is very curious about everything so needs constant supervision until he learns what he can and can’t do.  Blake is at that age where everything is still going in his mouth so proper monitoring and positive reinforcement training is going to be required by his new family.  Puppies need lots of consistency, routine and boundaries to learn and build good behaviors. Luckily, he’s very smart and treat motivated. We can't stress enough how important it is to provide daily training with your new puppy that include loose leash walking which he is already working on with his foster family.   Blake gets a lot of opportunities to go outside to go potty throughout.  He still uses pee pads some, and we are working on house training. Since he has lots of puppy energy, his foster mom makes sure to break up his play time and give him rest breaks. He wants to play every chance he gets. He is good in his crate; sleeps in his crate during the day and at night. Since he is still chewing and nipping, no young children.   As part of Blake’s $325 adoption fee, he will be neutered, microchipped, up to date on age-appropriate vaccines, and current on his monthly flea/tick and heartworm preventatives. At the time of adoption, a $100 spay/neuter deposit and puppy spay/neuter agreement will also be required. The deposit will be returned once the puppy is altered.  If you have questions about this sweet little boy, you can email  Dogteam@pawsforlifenc.org.  If you wish to adopt Blake, you can fill in an online application for him under the Adopt a Pet Tab on our website:  www.pawsforlifenc.org.  show less

Boris is a loving boy and make no mistake about it, he is 100% a little boy!  He likes to tussle with his brother, Boris while trying to... show more

Boris is a loving boy and make no mistake about it, he is 100% a little boy!  He likes to tussle with his brother, Boris while trying to take his toys. He keeps the room safe by sitting up high on things so he can watch everything.   This little guy is observant and wants to KNOW what is going on.  When his shift is over he is ready for some napping time with his person.  He is a great kitty and needs a home in which he can be his boyish self! He does like playing with other kitties so he would benefit from having a friend.   His brother, Zorro, is available if you are considering a pair.  He currently lives with 2 dogs that absolutely love cats but he is still unsure about them. Boris is UTD on all age-appropriate vaccines.   He will be neutered on Feb 3rd and he is negative for FIV and FeLV.    show less

Will you BE MY VALENTINE? I love other dogs my size or bigger that have a lot of fun, positive, energy so we can play throughout the day... show more

Will you BE MY VALENTINE? I love other dogs my size or bigger that have a lot of fun, positive, energy so we can play throughout the day.  So if you have a 5ft fenced in yard and at least one other dog that would love a playful, new brother, let me know!  I will definitely want to have furry friends in my fur-ever home. I also love kids, just no little children due to my size and energy.  I'm eager to please for sure and want to learn!! I like to be with humans and other dogs.  So I really want a family who will have someone home most of the time. Or if you are on the go, that's fine to, I LOVE car rides, so pack me up and take me with you.  I am a great road trip companion.  I love everyone I meet and everyone thinks I am so adorable, so bring me with you, it'll be fun!  I am good on a leash too, but will pull if I see something exciting. Cats really fascinate me and so far, I haven't taken the hint from my foster kitties, that they don't really like me back.  Silly, kitties what's not to like?  So if you have cats make sure they are big dog savvy and can hold their own. I AM A CUDDLER and licker, so I am happy to share lots of love with you!  I will easily bring a smile to your face and "wash your worries" away with lots of kisses.  If you have room for me on your bed, I would love to lay with you at night, but I also don't mind just laying on my own bed in your room. Can I come check out your place? A family who will continue working with me and helping understand will be awesome.  I try really hard to be a very good boy. If you'd like to meet a ROCK STAR!? Well, hheeerrre's BOWIE!  Handsome, entertaining and full of energy! DOB 6/29/21. He is a 57lb, Lab/Pit mix.As part of Bowie's $250 adoption fee, he is neutered, microchipped, up to date on age appropriate vaccines, and current on his monthly flea/tick and heartworm preventatives.  If you have questions about this sweet little boy, you can email Dogteam@pawsforlifenc.org.  If you wish to adopt Bowie, you can fill in an online application for him under the Adopt a Pet Tab on our website:  www.pawsforlifenc.org. show less

(DOB 10/28/2022). Due to Bowser's young age, he has not yet been neutered. For this reason, we are only considering local placement (wit... show more

(DOB 10/28/2022). Due to Bowser's young age, he has not yet been neutered. For this reason, we are only considering local placement (within 1 hour drive time of Wake Forest NC).    Meet the Super Mario Bros gang! Their foster family are video game fanatics and aptly named them after their favorite Nintendo characters. Bowser, like his namesake, is a big and chubby kid. But this is where their similarity ends. This Bowser is a gentle giant! He is energetic, but during play time he is happy sitting on his foster mama's lap and watch the action. He is definitely a big cuddle bug!   Bowser has an extra toe/dew claw on both his hind legs/paws!  Add that to the adorable wrinkles on his big forehead, to the little bit of brindle markings you see flecked throughout his coat, and his velvey ears, you aren't gonna want keep your hands up this sweet boy.   Bowser is a sweet cuddly guy. He is very energetic and playful, and despite his size is a gentle giant. Bowser weighed in at 20lbs at the 10 week mark and still growing. He'll need an older sibling who has the same amount of energy as him, and at the same time has the patience for a young pup. He will need lots of room to run, romp and play and that includes a 5ft solid fenced in yard.   Bowser is very smart and is treat motivated; he already will SIT and DOWN on command. His adoptive family will need to plan on positive reinforcement training.  Puppies are sponges and need to learn early and consistently proper/acceptable behavior. They will need to take the time every day to focus on training.  Since Bowser is expected to be a big boy, teaching him early commands like SIT, DOWN, WAIT, STAY, LOOK, PLACE, and loose leash walking manners will be needed to help him grow into a well adjusted and well behaved young dog.  Adopters will need the time and energy to play/exercise and train a puppy each and every day. Remember puppies need parents who have the time and patience to train because no one wants a big dog that pulls them on a leash, jumps up and hasn't had the proper time and attention needed for good manners.   He is playful and mischievous (like most puppies). Remember, if allowed, they will get into all kinds of things do to their natural curious nature. You need to keep them busy and monitored so they aren't playing with your favorite shoes, your rug, etc. Also, puppies are teething so they bite and nip at this age; it is appropriate behavior to learn bite inhibition but they need to be given the proper things to chew on!  So no little children *(8+ years old) to avoid little fingers and toes ending up in their little mouths.    Bowser loves all other dogs, people and kids. He doens't know what a stranger is and thinks everyone is a new friend. With continued socialization, this is a great way to teach pups about lots of different, people, places and things.  He is very young and will need continued potty training and crate training. His typical day...eat (poop), play, sleep...repeat. There's just about nothing cuter than this age and with a lot of love big Bowser will grow up to be a big ole luv bug!   Their momma is a Plott Hound, and we aren't sure what Daddy is but Bowser is certainly going to grow up to be a big, handsome boy! Are you ready to add some Super Mario fun into your family's life??   As part of Bowser's $350 adoption fee, he will be neutered, microchipped, up to date on age-appropriate vaccines, and current on her monthly flea/tick and heartworm preventatives. At the time of adoption, a $100 spay/neuter deposit and puppy spay/neuter agreement will also be required. The deposit will be returned once the puppy is altered.  If you have questions about this sweet little boy, you can email  Dogteam@pawsforlifenc.org.  If you wish to adopt Bowser, you can fill in an online application for him under the Adopt a Pet Tab on our website:  www.pawsforlifenc.org. show less

This sweet young, handsome boy is a great size and only about 35lbs. He gets along with everyone he meets. Once you meet him you will fa... show more

This sweet young, handsome boy is a great size and only about 35lbs. He gets along with everyone he meets. Once you meet him you will fall in love with his gentle playfulness and charming nature.  He is a super soft cuddle bug and can rest his head in your lap for hours on end if you pet him.  He is social fellow and doesn't know a stranger.  He is good with kids as well yet older ones would be best as he could accidently knock over young children.   Are you looking to get more exercise starting in 2023?  Bronco is still young and has playful energy. He does not require a fenced in yard but does require to be walked several times per day. He is very good on the leash, and a great companion if you walk or jog. He could be a pup that could live in an apartment or condo with the proper amount of outside time. He is also a fairly quiet guy, but we are currently working on his crate training due to his barking when left alone in the crate. He is a great walker and will occasionally pull if he sees a squirrel or rabbit.  With that said, if you have 6ft+ solid fence that he could run and play in; he'd love that to burn off his happy energy. Bronco would really like an active family, likely another dog to play with regularly, and a family that likes to snuggle, pet and love on him frequently.   He loves all kinds of toys and wants you to spend some time each day playing together.  He shares his toys nicely with others and just another way he demonstrates his gentle demeanor. He can be a little curious and clumbsy with his long legs and hound nose...it's very cute.    He loves playing with other dogs.  He does not require another dog in the home but it would be fun if he had a furry friend or got to hang out with other pups frequently.  He has foster dogs and likes them very much.  He has not been cat tested but our guess is he would chase them if they ran.  He may do ok with dog savvy cats but that is undetermined. He is also a good companion in the car and is pretty chill.   He isn’t super fond of the crate, but once in it he usually settles down pretty quickly.  Just give him some high value treats to help him get in and get settled.  He would just much rather be hanging out close to you. Like many hounds, he is curious by nature and likes to check everything out. Just keep an eye out or he may get into things he thinks are fun.   He will do a little counter surfing if you aren't keeping an eye on him..."his nose just gots to knows." We are working on our boundaries, and he is responding very quickly to the training.   DOB 11/10/2019, male Hound mix. As part of Bronco's $300 adoption fee, he is neutered, microchipped, up to date on age appropriate vaccines, and current on his monthly flea/tick and heartworm preventatives.  If you have questions about this sweet little boy, you can email Dogteam@pawsforlifenc.org.  If you wish to adopt Bronco, you can fill in an online application for him under the Adopt a Pet Tab on our website:  www.pawsforlifenc.org. show less

I’m super affectionate and I love to play. If you’re around, you can bet I’m going to try to convince you to pet me or hold me. I want t... show more

I’m super affectionate and I love to play. If you’re around, you can bet I’m going to try to convince you to pet me or hold me. I want to help you brush your teeth, do your laundry, or cook dinner. I’m your shadow. I use my good looks and cute meows to my advantage; I know I’m cute and so I’m going to meow at you to guilt trip you into taking me with you around the house. I am a talker; I’m going to try to tell you what I want, or just trill about the house as I wander.   I want and need a lot of attention.   I’m also really good at napping, and I prefer to nap with you. I will try to snuggle you like a cat, so don’t mind me if I come sniffing around your neck or face so I can snuggle you like you’re my momma.   I am a bit of a love nibbler.   When I am feeling especially "lovey" to do try to suckle on your skin.    Foster mom redirects me... and I am learning.  I want to love you like you are a cat, too.   I know I need lot of attention.   A home with another kity for me to ineract with is my dream home!   I’d love a fur buddy to chase and kitty wrestle, so if you have another kitty at home that’s itching for a playmate, I’m happy to volunteer!   Becuase I am a needy guy and I demand a lot of attention a home with someone home a lot would be great, or even a house bunch of human hands would be great, too!    Small children probably aren't a good fit- I am a love nibbler and they might think I am trying to bite them.   I'm not... i am trying to give kitty kisses. I've been tested for FIV and Feline Leukemia and am up to date on my vaccinations. I'll be neutered soon but can go home with you today--so fill out an application for me at pawsforlifenc.org.    show less

He has a beautiful coat and those eyes! Who can resist?  Casper the Friendly Dog, is ready for his forever home! He is looking to fill i... show more

He has a beautiful coat and those eyes! Who can resist?  Casper the Friendly Dog, is ready for his forever home! He is looking to fill it with his love, happy energy, and companionship!   He’s a smart fellow, too, and learns quickly; he’s now fully and reliably house and crate-trained and now working on basic obedience and leash manners. He’s entering adolescence, with a will and mind of his own but is making wonderful progress with positive training, consistency, and patience.   Casper has a great, joyous spirit about him and loves, loves, loves to play – tug-of-war and any kind of ball – fetch and tether ball, too. He has good energy, although not “over-the-top” and some solid play and run time in the back yard with a long walk or chasing a laser light will get him ready to snuggle with you on the couch and watch TV before he retires to his crate. He sleeps in his crate all night very well but loves to sleep with his human, too, if he gets the chance. He goes into “baby mode” at night and just wants to snuggle and be held.   Casper is looking for a few things in a forever home to be safe and happy: an active owner with good dog experience who has the time and patience to spend training a young, strong dog (hound and/or terrier experience would be very useful); experience in training using positive techniques; a fenced yard where he can get his play on; to be the only dog would be ideal; and, while his foster parent is a mom, he really responds well to men, so it would be ideal to have a man in the home that would spend time with him and treat him well.   Though Casper wants to play with other large, female dogs, he isn't really good at understanding their signals about when to back off and stop playing. He isn't a fan of little dogs or male dogs and likes to keep his toys and things to himself...just a heads up.  Therefore, we are looking for him to be an only dog in the home. Casper seems to be much more human-focused anyway so not having another dog won't be a problem.   He has meet his fosters great-nieces (7 and 9) and did great with them; they are dog savvy kids. Plus he still nips so kids should always be monitored with this friendly ghost as he still plays a bit rough.  So it is probably best for Casper to be in a home with young adults/adults.    Casper has great hearing and will let you know if anyone is at the door. He makes a great watch dog.   DOB 01/07/2022, male Hound/Husky mix. Casper is adorable and weighing in at around 45 pounds. He will likely get a little bigger but not over 50-55 or so pounds based on his size now. As part of Casper's $250 adoption fee, he is neutered, microchipped, up to date on vaccines, and current on his monthly flea/tick and heartworm preventatives. If you have questions about this sweet boy, you can email Dogteam@pawsforlifenc.org.  If you wish to adopt Casper, you can fill in an online application for him under the Adopt a Pet Tab on our website:  www.pawsforlifenc.org show less

Cloud is a very outgoing, energetic, and personable fellow!  He loves cuddles and gives head butts. Good with older kids. Probably fine... show more

Cloud is a very outgoing, energetic, and personable fellow!  He loves cuddles and gives head butts. Good with older kids. Probably fine with a nice dog. He is neutered and current on shots. Cloud has tested positive for the feline leukemia virus. At this time he is perfectly healthy and should live many years. He also has mild cerebellar hyperplasia the leaves him a little wobbly but can walk climb run and jump as well as any other, just doesn't land as gracefully as he thinks he does.  Know that Cloud is as super smart as he is super handsome.  He must go to a home with no other cats or with cats who are vaccinated for FeLv. He might require addtional occassional veterinary treatments if the virus flares up. Please submit an adoption application at www.pawsforlifenc.org. show less

Commander is a handsome tabby male who loves tunnels, spring toys, and stuffed mice.  This sweet boy is a little reserved but can easily... show more

Commander is a handsome tabby male who loves tunnels, spring toys, and stuffed mice.  This sweet boy is a little reserved but can easily be won over with a little patience. He does not mind you petting him but would prefer to keep his four legs on the ground.  Commander is neutered and microchipped, has tested negative for FIV and Feline Leukemia and is up to date on his vaccinations. If you're of the mind to adopt a pair of brothers, his sibling Wendell is also available. Fill out an application at pawsforlifenc.org. show less

Constance is a sweet girl who is a bit nervous with strangers but wants to be loved. We are seeking that special foster or adopter who c... show more

Constance is a sweet girl who is a bit nervous with strangers but wants to be loved. We are seeking that special foster or adopter who can build her confidence. She has fallen in love with a handsome dude named Tobias who she adores and they have become inseparable. If you are looking for a compatable pair you might consider them. See video. She is spayed, current on shots, microchipped, and tested negative for feline leukemia and FIV. Please submit an adoption application at www.pawsforlifenc.org.  show less

Adopt a senior and get a sweetie!  Daisy is a gentle Beagle who has the capacity to make a HUGE difference in someone's life!  Daisy’s p... show more

Adopt a senior and get a sweetie!  Daisy is a gentle Beagle who has the capacity to make a HUGE difference in someone's life!  Daisy’s personality is best described as humble. She isn’t one to make a fuss unless she spots you giving a treat to another pet. Then she bursts into action, waiting for her own treat! Daisy’s rarely barks and is a very quiet dog.  Therefore she could be a good condo, apartment or townhome pup if they were on the first floor as she has difficulty navigating stairs.   Daisy is definitely a low-key kind of dog and needs someone with an easy going personality to match.   Although Daisy is crate trained, she does not need to use the crate at all; she prefers her large dog bed instead. She has never been interested in dog toys but occasionally will attempt to fetch a small ball. Daisy often enjoys having classical or relaxing music played and sometimes, you might find her “doing a little dance” if she’s really having a good day! She does have potty accidents but is working on that house training.    Daisy enjoys taking several walks (~20 min) a day and sometimes she is just as happy to go out to potty and come back in to nap. When on walks, she loves sniffing every spot and has been known to sniff out a grub worm or two! Daisy doesn’t mind other dogs, either but only minimally interacts with other canines. The days when her energy level is low, she is most content just napping or resting and enjoying her meals. Daisy is at the age where naps are often and awesome.    Daisy does not require a fenced yard; however, we think she would love having one to freely explore but she also is quite comfortable on a leash. If you do decide to walk her on leash, be aware she can be a bit stubborn about where she wants to go, as is a typical Beagle trait!    She enjoys all the attention you can give her!  So much so she even loves all kinds of grooming and pampering.  She really loves to be brushed often, bathed and having her nails trimmed. Daisy will also require regular ear cleaning. She never once has resisted any kind of personal care since being fostered; maybe she was a DIVA in a her younger years or previous life??    Her regular diet consists of dry kibble mixed with a little wet food and warm water. She will eat almost anything you give her but to keep her tummy happy, we have found sticking to the same food and treats is best!  She is definitely a hound; Daisy’s favorite time of day is feeding time! She gets fed twice daily with a few treats each day. Daisy weighs around 27 lbs now and is on a weight management dog food to help her lose a few pounds.   Daisy walks with a slight limp when but this has been evaluated several times with the Vet and nothing has been discovered that might be contributing to this. Once she’s up and moving it’s less notable, Like any of us aging, we get a little slower.  Daisy also needs a lot of patience with navigating stairs of any kind, so for that reason, a home that doesn’t have indoor steps to navigate, is required.   Daisy does need to be in a home where someone is available most of the day. This would not be a good fit for someone who works long hours or someone who doesn’t spend much time at home. If you work from home or are retired, Daisy may be the perfect fit for you!   DOB 07/29/2012. She is a 10 year old, 27lb Beagle mix. As part of Daisy's $250 adoption fee, she is spayed, microchipped, up to date on age appropriate vaccines, and current on her monthly flea/tick and heartworm preventatives.  If you have questions about this sweet little girl, you can email Dogteam@pawsforlifenc.org.  If you wish to adopt Daisy, you can fill in an online application for her under the Adopt a Pet Tab on our website:  www.pawsforlifenc.org. show less

Would you like to meet this DASH-ing young gentleman?    His name fits his profile as he dashes all over the yard. If your looking for a... show more

Would you like to meet this DASH-ing young gentleman?    His name fits his profile as he dashes all over the yard. If your looking for a "little guy ~31lbs" that gets along with other dogs, kids and cats, meet Dasher.  He is interested in the cats, but he hasn't chased them; he keeps his eye on them out of curiosity. He is a little shy with strangers but with a little love and affection he is quick to be friend!   He aims to please. He has the sweetest eyes that will melt your heart. Loves to snuggle up as close as he can get when going to bed. He really would like a person to sleep with, curl up on couch with or cuddle in a chair.  He loves being with his people.   He loves car rides, and big shocker, he loves being with his peeps so take him along with you when you are heading out.  He is young and still learning loose leash walking and leash manners but with continued positive reinforcement training, he will be a champ at that as well.   He loves to chew toys and tennis balls. This boy needs a yard with a fence so he can run and play.  He needs another playful pup and kids (would be great too) to run around the yard with.  A solid fence about 5ft tall is all he needs to burn energy.  If his family lives in an apartment or condo without a fence, it isn't required but his parents would be required to get him and his furry siblings out several times a day for run and romp. Once he has had play time, it's nap time.  He is already house trained and he is working on his crate training, too. He such a good boy   DOB 05/22/2022. Bulldog mix. As part of Dasher's $300 adoption fee, he is neutered, microchipped, up to date on vaccines, and current on his monthly flea/tick and heartworm preventatives. If you have questions about this sweet boy, you can email Dogteam@pawsforlifenc.org.  If you wish to adopt Dasher, you can fill in an online application for him under the Adopt a Pet Tab on our website:  www.pawsforlifenc.org show less

Do you have a dog that needs another happy, playful, fun-loving and energic furry sister? She loves her pup friends at doggie daycare so... show more

Do you have a dog that needs another happy, playful, fun-loving and energic furry sister? She loves her pup friends at doggie daycare so a family with other playful and fun furry family members would be nice! Since she is on the shy side, another dog always gives her the boost of confidence she needs when she is out on walk. She is even playful on walks with her foster friends and it's just adorable to see. Cute head tilt and beautiful markings! Desiree is gorgeous and just absolutely stunning in person. She has the most gorgeous coloring and beautiful facial expressions. Her coat is silky soft, and she has velvty ears. She is a head turnner! She has a slight shy personality with brand new people, but she will quickly warm up to you and steals your heart.  A family that will have safety measures in place for doors, on walks, and in a fenced yard until she settles in and is safe would be great! A solid, sturdy 6ft fence is needed for Desi. She loves being outside and playing in the yard with other dogs and people.  She is currently working on leash manners, so a family wanting to work on positive reinforcement training is important.  She likes going on walks with her furry friends, so grab a partner and take two! She has learned SIT but not DOWN or the "infamous" word NO; however she is treat motivated so that is always a great way to train!  Also, within the fenced yard working on recall training with treats as well. She is very sweet and can definitely be a snuggler or lap dog and would like to cuddle with you on the sofa. She will lean in on you to give her some love and attention. She is crate trained . She finds her crate to be a comfort zone.  We are introducing her to car rides and she loved going for a ride for fun things like a pup cup treat.  We beleive she will be a good companion in the car. She is a 2-year-old, 45lb female Hound mix. As part of Desiree's $250 adoption fee, she is spayed, microchipped, up to date on vaccines, and current on her monthly flea/tick and heartworm preventatives. If you have questions about this sweet girl, you can email Dogteam@pawsforlifenc.org.  If you wish to adopt Desiree, you can fill in an online application for her under the Adopt a Pet Tab on our website:  www.pawsforlifenc.org show less

Dodger is a sweet, outgoing boy.  He is a typical male kitten - active, curious, and loves to explore.  His favorite toys are springs, c... show more

Dodger is a sweet, outgoing boy.  He is a typical male kitten - active, curious, and loves to explore.  His favorite toys are springs, crinkles, balls, and feather toys. He doesn't mind cuddling up after a good play session to wear him out a bit. He gets along with his siblings and should do well in a home with another pet.  His purrsonality is still developing but he's a lovely kitten who would make a great addition to any home.   Dodger has been tested for FIV and Feline Leukemia and received his first vaccinations. His adoption fee includes his neuter surgery, rabies vaccine, and microchip when he is old enough. Please note: we do not adopt out our unaltered kittens to homes farther than a 45-minute drive from our Raleigh Vet clinics.   show less

This sweet boy gives kisses to our baby kitty and can be so gentle.  He will just melt your heart.  Domino is ready to be the BEST new a... show more

This sweet boy gives kisses to our baby kitty and can be so gentle.  He will just melt your heart.  Domino is ready to be the BEST new addition to a big ole family! Are you looking for a sweet boy who LOVES his people?! Then look no further because Domino has arrived! He becomes the most energetic pup when you are around, and he smothers you in kisses. Once he calms down, you’re in for a good snuggle. His dark brown eyes just make you fall under his spell!  And if those don't do it, his amazing helicopter ears will transfix you! He walks on a leash like a pro and takes direction very well. Being crated is already a part of his routine which makes the process a breeze. Make sure to reward him with a treat every now and then 😉! He is the perfect addition to your family that you didn’t know was missing. Domino has typical puppy energy and loves to chase balls, play with toys and his stuffed bear. He will need a dog sibling or two that can match his energy in his life to help him corral his puppy energy and attitude.  Domino is cat friendly especially with dog-savvy cat(s), but he will likely learn quickly what a non-dog-savvy kittie(s) boundaries are since he is a quick learner. In addition, Domino’s new family will want to be ready for the time commitment of a puppy; he needs quality play time, teaching and training time, introducing him to new and different places and activities, so he can continue growing into a well adjusted, confident, and well mannered young adult. Domino loves to learn especially when treats are involved and making it a game with lots of love and positive reinforcement is fun for him! Like all puppies, Domino is teething and learning bite inhibition, so if their are children in the home, they should be no younger than 8 years of age.  Remember puppies put everything in their mouths which includes kids fingers and toes, so very young children are not a good fit for equally young puppies.  The family will need to show Domino what he can and should not be chewing on and redirect him to appropriate teething and chew toys. He does love all kinds of toys and swapping them out and giving him new or different ones are good for his budding puppy brain! This little guy has been good with new people and other dogs. He is a friendly, happy go lucky guy and ready to hang out with you wherever you are. He is good in the car and wants to be close to you so if you don't want him helping you drive, you probably should get a doggie car seat or travel crate. He loves attention and sweet petting and rubbing from anyone that wants to share some love. Domino is well on his way to potty training. His new family will just need to continue a regular routine with him and take him out to potty regularly. He loves going on walks with his family and is good on a leash. A fenced yard isn't a 100% required; however it would be preferred so he could play with his new furry siblings. If there is a fence it must be 5ft tall and solid. His thin frame allows him to get through slotted fencing. We would consider apartment/condo lifestyle as long as his family gets him out mutliple times a day to burn off energy. At night, he sleeps soundly in his crate and is a good little sleeper.  (DOB 02/28/2022)  As part of Domino's $275 adoption fee, he is neutered, microchipped, up to date on age appropriate vaccines, and current on his monthly flea/tick and heartworm preventatives.  If you have questions about this sweet little boy, you can email Dogteam@pawsforlifenc.org.  If you wish to adopt Domino, you can fill in an online application for him under the Adopt a Pet Tab on our website:  www.pawsforlifenc.org. show less

Ebony is a darling, outgoing girl with a typical inquisitive kitten personality. She is a fun, spunky girl who tends to be the first to... show more

Ebony is a darling, outgoing girl with a typical inquisitive kitten personality. She is a fun, spunky girl who tends to be the first to check out new spaces and is ready to play with the other cats and dogs in her foster home. She is very friendly and open to people picking her up and petting her.   She is confident and playful. She has been tested for FIV and Feline Leukemia and received her first vaccinations. Ebony has been spayed, microchipped, and is fully vetted/vaccinated.  Put in your application today at pawsforlifenc.org.   show less

As part of Fred's $300 Adoption fee he is neutered, microchipped, up to date on age appropriate vaccines and current on his monthly flea... show more

As part of Fred's $300 Adoption fee he is neutered, microchipped, up to date on age appropriate vaccines and current on his monthly flea/tick and heartworm preventives. If you have any questions about this little boy you can email DOgteam@pawsforlifenc.org. If you wish to adopt Fred you can fill out an online application for him under the Adopt a Pet Tab on our website: www.pawsforlifenc.org. show less

How cute is Gizmo?  You tell us from 1-10 -- an 11? Gizmo is a happy boy weighing at right under 25 lbs. He will put his front legs on y... show more

How cute is Gizmo?  You tell us from 1-10 -- an 11? Gizmo is a happy boy weighing at right under 25 lbs. He will put his front legs on you for attention. He is happy to jump up right into your lap. Gizmo loves to receive belly rubs and neck scratches.   Gizmo is good with other dogs and good with older kids/teenagers due to size/energy/playfulness.  Gizmo has a lot of happy, playful energy and will require a solid 4ft+ fence, since he is small and could squeeze through fences with spaces (sides or bottom).  He also loves the car so if you tend to be on the go, grab him up and take him along with you.    Gizmo could be an only dog or be in a family with other dogs with his similar energy level.  Though he could be an only dog, he would probably be happier with furry siblings that would play and romp with him. He seems to like bigger dogs bettter. If he is an only dog, the family needs to be active and ready to keep him occupied with the proper amount of play and walks to burn off his puppy energy.  He may be a smaller dog but he is not a dog for a person wanting a lazy, lap dog all day...that is not Gizmo!   Gizmo's foster family is working crate training.  Remember younger dogs need lots of routine and boundaries to build successes in what they learn. So his adoptive family would need to prepared to understand, be patient and continue working with Gizmo. Gizmo is house trained but as a young dog with lots of energy still needs to go out regularly to walk, run and play...in the yard and on walks to help burn off energy.   Gizmo loves all kinds of toys so be sure to have lots of variety on hand. If you don't keep him occupied with proper toys, bones and other things to chew on at his age something else might end up in his little mouth - say a sofa pillow or something like that.  So make sure you are monitoring and playing with him. He also will play tug of war with you or round or two of fetch. A variety of games and play are awesome.   In addition, Gizmo hasn't had a lot of previous experience with leash walking and that is something he foster mom is working on; he definitely pulls still.  His new family will want to work with him on loosh leash manners and take him for several walks a day to practice often until he learns consistency.   Gizmo has not been officially cat or kid tested.  Based on his personality, responsible older kids should be fine.  He loves everyone he meets and doesn't know a stranger so he gets very excited. Because of this, a family with older children will be okay, but Gizmo’s excitement may knock over a smaller child.   DOB 01/04/2022. Male Jack Russell Terrier mix. As part of Gizmo's $300 adoption fee, he is neutered, microchipped, up to date on vaccines, and current on his monthly flea/tick and heartworm preventatives. If you have questions about this sweet boy, you can email Dogteam@pawsforlifenc.org.  If you wish to adopt Gizmo, you can fill in an online application for him under the Adopt a Pet Tab on our website:  www.pawsforlifenc.org show less

Get lost in the sweet, brown eyes of Ms. Gypsy Rose! Gypsy sometimes has spurts of energy but she can also be the perfect couch potato t... show more

Get lost in the sweet, brown eyes of Ms. Gypsy Rose! Gypsy sometimes has spurts of energy but she can also be the perfect couch potato to cuddle and watch movies with you! She is so much fun to be around. She loves being outside, running, chewing on sticks or chasing her foster siblings. She has adorable head turns and will certainly make many heads turn as you walk this beauty down the street! Gypsy would thrive most in a home with another dog to play with and to continue to learn socialization skills or a plan to take her out to doggy day care or play dates daily, hiking or walks. She has grown up with cats but will chase them since she thinks they want to play, so a dog-savvy cat family would be fine.   Like all puppies, it is time for teething and learning her boundaries. Because of this, a family with older children will be okay, but Gypsy’s excitement may knock over a tiny tot. Gypsy may make the mistake of finding the wrong household items for toys, such as shoes, but she responds very well to positive reinforcement and happily takes her toys in exchange. Gypsy has very good leash manners when walking alone or with another well-behaved dog to “show her the ropes.” Gypsy responds very well to learning through her foster siblings. In addition, lots of play time with all kinds of different toys, tug of war, and teething toys will be needed to keep her mind and body active. Gypsy Rose is looking for a family/person who understands puppyhood is work and she needs lots of love and will be patient with her as she grows and learns. She is constantly learning and will require gentle, positive reinforcement training and correction as she grows into a young adult.   At her age, she is housebroken, but accidents still may happen, and that will be something her new family will need to continue to work to ensure lots of outdoor potty breaks throughout the day. Gypsy is very smart and learns quickly what is expected of her. Gypsy is crate trained. She takes her meals and sleeps in her crate at night. A solid fenced yard to run and play is preferred for this little cutie and it should be 4-5ft tall minimum height without gaps. If no fence, her new peeps will need to ensure 4-5 daily outings for walks, play and running around.  Gypsy Rose may not be the perfect apartment dog, as she loves to voice her opinion. She has a beautiful bark and she knows it very well!   DOB 04/03/2022  As part of Gypsy Rose Lee's $275 adoption fee, she is spayed, microchipped, up to date on age appropriate vaccines, and current on her monthly flea/tick and heartworm preventatives. If you have questions about this sweet little girl, you can email Dogteam@pawsforlifenc.org. If you wish to adopt Gypsy Rose Lee, you can fill in an online application https://awo.petstablished.com/adoptions/questionnaire/9668/section/1?app_token=DAR0YzHYJG358214ROQO&application_type=Adopt&donation_section=false&pet_id=1407743&selected_pets=false&user_token=CW3IJ32KBKLVYHW9E271 show less

This is a big boy with an equally big smile!  He loves being with his people and spending some good quality time couch chillin'.  He is... show more

This is a big boy with an equally big smile!  He loves being with his people and spending some good quality time couch chillin'.  He is quite couch potato and happy to just chill out and watch TV, read a book, or take a nice nap with you.  Harley has a very good personality, he loves attention then is good to hang out on the sofa or dog bed. He makes a great partner. He is house trained as long as his family takes him out regularly. He isn't really crate trained...just FYI on that but he doesn't really need to be crated.  He will hang out in the living room with his foster brother and is a well behaved.  He has good leash manners and walks easily without pulling you around.  He also loves car rides and going for a road trip, so pack him up with you and GO!  He does have a bit of separtion anxiety so having a happy home with people who either work from home, and/or are home more often than not, is the kind of family Harley is looking for. He is good in the car so instead of leaving him at home...take him with you. He will be the star of any place you go. Harley is a sweet boy with a great big smile.  He has started to chase his foster kittie some in a playful way. We haven't had an opportunity to have Harley meet the wee-ones since he is new to our rescue so we are unsure about the kiddos at this time.  Harley definitely wants another friendly dog friend in the home, so make sure you have another dog friend for him!  His confidence is better and he is happier with a furry sibling to hang out with each day.  He loves everyone he has meet. This handsome with the cutest little nub of a tail and his whole hind end wiggles when he is happy!  He does NOT require a fence because he is happy to hang out inside with you.  He could be a good apartment, condo or townhome pup as long as his family took him out a several times a day for a good walk and potty breaks.  Harley's DOB is 06/01/2013, and he is a 67lb. male, Lab/Hound mix. As part of Harley's $250 adoption fee, he is neutered, microchipped, up to date on vaccines, and current on his monthly flea/tick and heartworm preventatives. If you have questions about this sweet boy, you can email Dogteam@pawsforlifenc.org.  If you wish to adopt Harley, you can fill in an online application for him under the Adopt a Pet Tab on our website:  www.pawsforlifenc.org show less

Harris is a young dog with an old soul. He is such a joy to have around and is a great companion. Harris "imitates' an older dogs person... show more

Harris is a young dog with an old soul. He is such a joy to have around and is a great companion. Harris "imitates' an older dogs personality because he is truly a chill boy and quiet just like older dogs are. He is a laid back, low-energy dog. Harris is a quiet dog and does not bark. If you are looking for a chill dog that doesn't demand much out of life, Harris is a great choice.   He loves all people, including children. Strangers are just another word for friend to Harris; he loves everyone he meets and vice versa. Harris is the best co-pilot; he rides well once you get him in the car. He is also a great companion if you are working or going to school from home. Harris loves his person and will stay by their side, so someone who is home a better part of the day would make him very happy. He would be a good pup for an apartment, condo or townhome since he is well behaved, quite and does not require a fence.   He is very smart, obedient, and is house trained. He is also already crate trained and sleeps 8 hours through the night.  He is leash trained and loves getting out for walks with his family and meeting other people and dogs on his daily walks.   Harris does have another dog and cat in his foster home. He likes to go on walks and play dates with his doggy friends, but he prefers to be the only pet at home to keep all the love and affection to himself. A home with a fenced in yard is not required but if you have one Harris does like to roam and play on his own or with his doggie friends. He likes playing with toys and a good ole game of tug-o-war is fun, too. Harris really is good with dogs in public, but really prefers to be the only at home. He does best with submissive dogs. Harris would be ok with a home cats. Harris is interested in cats and will curiously follow them. He will chase if they run so dog savvy cats are best.   DOB 01/11/2022. He is a 71lbs Lab/Shepherd mix. As part of Harris $300 adoption fee, he is neutered, microchipped, up to date on age appropriate vaccines, and current on his monthly flea/tick and heartworm preventatives.  If you have questions about this sweet little boy, you can email Dogteam@pawsforlifenc.org.  If you wish to adopt Harris, you can fill in an online application for him under the Adopt a Pet Tab on our website:  www.pawsforlifenc.org. show less

(DOB 07/21/2020) Whether it is sweet chocolate kisses or smooth ice cream treats, who doesn’t love some Hershey delights?  This girl is... show more

(DOB 07/21/2020) Whether it is sweet chocolate kisses or smooth ice cream treats, who doesn’t love some Hershey delights?  This girl is a pure delight who will give lots of kisses but eat all your ice cream.   At just 48 lbs, she’s a perfect size—not too big or too small.  Athletic, super smart, and engaging, she has tons of personality and is so much fun to have around. She loves toys and can quite often make her own fun, but she prefers you join in. She is quite the conversationalist and will talk with you when she wants you to play or when she needs to go out for potty.   She is a foodie (especially when it’s yours) and this makes training easy. She learned to sit on cue in just a few minutes. When it is time to go out for potty, she now knows she has to sit calmly at the door before going out.  She loves to be outdoors and explore all the smells, but she will chase after cats and squirrels in a flash and can easily scale my 5ft wooden fence (with horizontal braces). If her new home has a fence, it will need to be a flat-sided 5ft vinyl fence or any fencing type fencing that doesn't give footholds for her to use for climbing. No underground fences for her.  If no fence, she will need to be on leash when she is outdoors.   She would do okay as an only dog if her family had a work for home or stay at home parent and she was given lots of opportunities to play with other dogs, but she would do BEST with another playful dog in her new home.  She is house-trained and crate-trained.  Crating when you are away from home is recommended so mischief doesn’t find her while you are gone. With her energy and playfulness, she would do best with kids 10 and older. No cats, please!   As part of Hershey’s $250 adoption fee, she is spayed, microchipped, up to date on age-appropriate vaccines, and current on her monthly flea/tick and heartworm preventatives.  If you have questions about this sweet little girl, you can email Dogteam@pawsforlifenc.org.  If you wish to adopt Hershey, you can fill in an online application for her under the Adopt a Pet Tab on our website:  www.pawsforlifenc.org. show less

Kodak is a sweet boy. He will put his front legs on you for attention and pets but will not get up in your lap. Reach down to pet him an... show more

Kodak is a sweet boy. He will put his front legs on you for attention and pets but will not get up in your lap. Reach down to pet him and he will allow you to pet him but he remains on guard. This guy needs a home with a 5ft or taller fence so he can run, play and have fun with his 4-legged family members!!! He is a bit on the shy side and other dogs help with his confidence. This handsome fellow is looking for a home with another furry sibling to play and hang out with.  After a play date, he is happy to chill out indoors. He is a good companion and already crate and house trained. He sleeps comfortably through the night in his crate.  He likes to chill out and take an afternoon siesta in his big doggy bed. With is shy personality, if you walk into the room he may shy away at first, so give him some time. He just wants love and trust. He is good on a leash as well. No condo, apartment or townhome because he is a bit of a talker. Kodak does get vocal at times, especially at meal times or when ever the mood hits him. He makes the funniest noises. We think you will see how cute it is; we certainly do. He is a good protector of the home and bit wary of strangers, so give him a little time to warm up to new people. He would like a home with a family that is kinda calm and chill like him; too much activity makes him a nervous so a quiter home will be best for him. Teenage kids and not young children if there are kids in the family. He likes to be able to see you while he is eating and not be "sneaked up upon." Kodak's DOB is 02/28/2021. As part of Kodak's $250 adoption fee, he is neutered, microchipped, up to date on vaccines, and current on his monthly flea/tick and heartworm preventatives. If you have questions about this sweet boy, you can email Dogteam@pawsforlifenc.org.  If you wish to adopt Kodak, you can fill in an online application for him under the Adopt a Pet Tab on our website:  www.pawsforlifenc.org show less

Can you say "Pretty in PINK?!" It's Ladybug's preferred color with her gorgeous black & white markings!  She just pop, pop, pops!!  ... show more

Can you say "Pretty in PINK?!" It's Ladybug's preferred color with her gorgeous black & white markings!  She just pop, pop, pops!!   This "little" fire cracker of a girl is full of happiness and enthusiasm for life. It radiates all over her face with the best, goofy smile. She loves to play. When she gets tired, the couch and TV are good for her, so sit down and take a load off with her. She is quite the gem and so funny! This girl will quickly steal your a place in your heart! She likes to snuggle with her family and prefers to be near you but not on top of you. She is happy to give you some much needed love and attention after a hard day to include kisses and licks of love.    Ladybug could be an only dog as long as her family made sure to give her lots of attention, several daily walks and lots of playtime. Otherwise another large dog (no little dogs for this girl) will need to be in her new family.  She needs a confident dog because she can be a bit bossy at the time. Ladybug needs a very active home or a large fenced in yard so she can run. There is nothing more fun for Ladybug than chasing another dog or even her human around the backyard! She will need a fenced yard and should be 5ft+ to keep her safely contained.  She can be a bit of an escape artist so keeping her safely in the yard is important. As far as children, good with older kids/teenagers due to size/energy/playfulness/little nippy. Cats are okay but she will chase them if they run, so a family with dog savvy cats should be fine for Ladybug.   The benefits of not adopting a young puppy...Ladybug is already house trained and crate trained. So check both of those things off your list of things to teach her.  She is very smart and in a short time has already learned a few simple commands. She does need more leash training so a family that will work with positive reinforcement training on her daily strolls will be needed.   She a little shy/timid with new people and is fine once she has some time to get to know them. Just know to be a little patient at 1st introductions. By nature, she is really gentle and sweet and just wants to be loved and spoiled. So please take the time daily to give her lots of attention becuase she loves to get pets and a good ole belly rub.   It would be nice if her people would take her places as she loves to be with her people. She loves a road trip and going places with you so don't leave her behind; take her as many places as you can!  Plus, she loves to dress up and she super cute!  We kinda believe "Pretty in Pink" for this doll!   Ladybut likes curling up with a bunch of blankets or grabbing all of the toys out of her toy box and spreading them all around her. You can tell how happy she is to have simply pleasures in life.  She will SMILE and she will have YOU smiling with her!   Ladybug has a funny little thing...she is "afraid of wooden floors but will follow other dogs over it."  It is a cute little thing to watch.   She is a 61lb Bulldog mix. Part of Ladybug's $250 adoption fee, she is spayed, microchipped, up to date on vaccines, and current on her monthly flea/tick and heartworm preventatives. If you have questions about this sweet girl, you can email Dogteam@pawsforlifenc.org.  If you wish to adopt Ladybug, you can fill in an online application for her under the Adopt a Pet Tab on our website:  www.pawsforlifenc.org show less

(DOB 12/03/2022). Due to Luigi’s young age, he has not yet been neutered. For this reason, we are only considering local placement (with... show more

(DOB 12/03/2022). Due to Luigi’s young age, he has not yet been neutered. For this reason, we are only considering local placement (within 1 hour drive time of Wake Forest NC).   Meet the Super Mario Bros gang! The foster family are video game fanatics and aptly named them after their favorite Nintendo characters. "Little" Luigi is just a happy go lucky kid. He does tend to be the snugglest of the boys. He also loves his older (3.5 yrs) furry sibling, and he's Luigi's bestie.   He is always excited to play with his litter mates and will need to be adopted into a family with at least one playful and loving furry sibling to play and learn from. Luigi will want a home with a 5ft fence so he and his family can run around and play. Children are fine but should be 8+ years so little Luigi won't accidently knock them down and/or use them as one of his chew toys. Speaking of toys, he loves playing with toys, so make sure to have a good variety to mix and match during play time.   His momma is a Plott Hound, and these boys are looking like they will be big dogs so make sure you have a plan for positive reinforcement training you can do each and every day to build basic skills like SIT, DOWN, WAIT, PLACE, LOOK and of course, loose leash walking. Noone wants a big dog with bad manners. Pulling, lunging, jumping or not sitting down nicely when asked is not something his loving and caring family will want Luigi doing when he 70+lbs with other dogs or people. Luigi is a smart and sensative guy and ready to show you how quickly he can catch on when you make learning fun!   He is very young and not yet crate or potty trained. His new family will need to commit to working on these just like the above training. Someone at home the majority of the time will be needed to be able let him out for regular potty breaks and build consistency and routine.   As part of Luigi's $350 adoption fee, he will be neutered, microchipped, up to date on age-appropriate vaccines, and current on his monthly flea/tick and heartworm preventatives. At the time of adoption, a $100 spay/neuter deposit and puppy spay/neuter agreement will also be required. The deposit will be returned once the puppy is altered.  If you have questions about this sweet little boy, you can email  Dogteam@pawsforlifenc.org.  If you wish to adopt Luigi, you can fill in an online application for him under the Adopt a Pet Tab on our website:  www.pawsforlifenc.org. show less

Come meet Maggie at Heritage Animal Hospital; upon arrival she will shake your hand, give you a sweet hug or provide you some much neede... show more

Come meet Maggie at Heritage Animal Hospital; upon arrival she will shake your hand, give you a sweet hug or provide you some much needed slobbery kisses. Once the initial introductions are completed, a good ole belly rub will do the trick.  Speaking of tricks, Maggie already knows things like SIT and STAY. Smart and sweet girl!  She is well mannered and good protector. Maggie wants nothing more than a person to love her unconditionally and she will do it in return!   Look at that SMILE; She absolutely LOVES people!  She does needs to be an only dog but that isn't a big thing.  She gets along ok with those other furry friends called felines.  So if you have a dog savvy cat, Maggie would like to meet you!  She is a fun loving, roll in the grass, life of the party, cuddle bug girl who knows a good thing when she sees it!   Her estimated age is 7 years old. So you know you skip all the craziness of puppyhood, like crate training, potty training, chewing on everything, and you get a the liviliness without all the puppy training.   Note: Courtesy post and if interested in giving this girl a loving and happy home or want more info on Maggie, contact Heritage Animal Hospital at 919-435-1978.  She has been with HAH for over a year and really wants to find a loving, caring and special family to call HER OWN! show less

(DOB 10/28/2022). Due to Mario's young age, he has not yet been neutered. For this reason, we are only considering local placement (with... show more

(DOB 10/28/2022). Due to Mario's young age, he has not yet been neutered. For this reason, we are only considering local placement (within 1 hour drive time of Wake Forest NC).    Meet the Super Mario Bros gang! Their foster family are video games fanatics and aptly named them after their favorite Nintendo characters. Like the video game, Mario is bound to provide you with lots of fun, entertainment and fun!  Certainly, you will be quickly addicted to his cuteness and boundless amount of love and engery.   Mario is the biggest kid (20+ lbs at 10 only 10 weeks old) in the litter and gets a little bossy with his siblings sometimes. He is strong and fast, and often gets the zoomies. Him and his brother, Bowser, like to rough house sometimes when they are playing. This is an important part of early development for puppies. Momma watches and makes sure proper play, tells them when to stop, or if they are using those sharp puppy teeth too hard.    Mario is very smart, and already will SIT & DOWN on command. This is a great time to teach!! Puppies are absorbing all kinds of information at this age; short spurts of positive reinforcement training through "fun play" makes it a game and not work! Make sure you have a plan for daily training to build their knowledge and good doggie behavior. He will require parents who have the time and patience to train him.   As with all of our young pups, another furry sibling that has similar energy levels is a must. He is playful and energetic and needs a playmate. Another dog is also very important for him help show him the ropes. Mario also requires a 5ft fenced yard for his daily playtime. He will be using it often in his puppy and adolescent years! To help, he will also need another dog in his new family that has similar activity levels and can keep up with the playfulness of a puppy.  His older sibling will also help with proper socialization skills. Because of this, he would not be a good fit for an apartment or condo.     At this age, Mario is still nippy/mouthy as he is teething and learning what things he should and should not put in his mouth. At this point, everything is free game. Because of this, no little children (8+ years) as we don't want little fingers and toes ending up in his mouth. We encourage new puppies to get out and about as much as possible, and be introduce to new places, people, and things within their a1st and especially their 1st 6 months to build confidence and improve socialization. Daily walks outside to meet and greet is another great way to train your puppy and help increase new opportunities.   He is very young and will need to learn how to walk nicely (not pull) on a leash. Remember he is going to be big so you don't want a big dog pulling you around when you go to the vet, take him out to parks/greenways, go out to to eat, etc.  He currently sleeps in a puppy pen with his siblings and will graduate to crate training. His new family will need to be home the majority of the time (work from home, school, etc) to ensure routines and consistency for potty training.   Their momma is a Plott Hound mix.  We aren't sure who the daddy was but they look like they may be on the medium to large size when fully grown. Right now his day kinda goes like this...eat (poop), play, sleep... repeat.   As part of Mario's $350 adoption fee, he will be neutered, microchipped, up to date on age-appropriate vaccines, and current on his monthly flea/tick and heartworm preventatives. At the time of adoption, a $100 spay/neuter deposit and puppy spay/neuter agreement will also be required. The deposit will be returned once the puppy is altered.  If you have questions about this sweet little boy, you can email  Dogteam@pawsforlifenc.org.  If you wish to adopt Mario, you can fill in an online application for him under the Adopt a Pet Tab on our website:  www.pawsforlifenc.org. show less

Meg is a sweetheart!  At 8 years old, she is a very calm kitty who enjoys being petted. She will come to you and give you a gentle nudge... show more

Meg is a sweetheart!  At 8 years old, she is a very calm kitty who enjoys being petted. She will come to you and give you a gentle nudge to let your know she is ready to be petted. Meg’s favorite activites are either laying next to you or people watching in front of the window.  She does enjoy spending time with people and will affectioantley rub up against you. She loves to lay on her back with her feet straight up in the air and wiggle around! It is quite adorable and any cat lover knows that an exposed kitty belly is a sign of trust! She prefers to be next to you, not on you. She is also quite content to have some "alone" time. She can be a little shy at first, but once she gets a good sniff she’s as loving as can be. Meg LOVES FOOD and she is not one to miss a meal.   In fact, she loves food so much we would describe her as a full-figured gal who approaches meal time with much gusto.    Because she is on the chonky side she needs to be kept to a measured feeding schedule.   No free feeding for this girl!    She isn't much on playing but she does find a good feather toy very hard to resist!   Some daily play time will also aid in helping her lose some of that extra weight. Meg is looking for a quiet adult home where she can be your one an only. In her previous home, she was the only pet and she was loved, spoiled and adored! Sadly, her owner passed away and now Meg is looking for a new home where she can be adored by her new family. When she is being petted, she does grip the furniture or carpeting but other than that, she is good about using her scratcher and not the furniture for scratching. She is spayed, current on shots, microchipped, and negative for FeLV/FIV. If you are interested in adopting her please complete an application to adopt at www.pawforlifenc.org show less

**Courtesy post. Please direct questions to: Kym Penland (Carpenter Vet) 919-469-7387; info@carpentervet.com. I'm ALL EARS and ready to... show more

**Courtesy post. Please direct questions to: Kym Penland (Carpenter Vet) 919-469-7387; info@carpentervet.com. I'm ALL EARS and ready to hear you want to meet me!! I've been searching for my forever home for a long time. If you want a nice boy with a friendly attitude, I'm your guy! I keep getting overlooked, and I don't know why!  I am sweet boy with a great personality!   Bath time is my favorite! I love the water and the pets I get when you soap me up. Keeping me squeaky clean and smelling good will be an easy task.    I love going on walks.  And since I like bath time, it would be fun to find out if I like other water activities too!  Maybe I would enjoy pools, lakes or streams...adopt me and let's find some new adventures together! While out on a walk, I prefer a harness to a collar - it's much more comfortable.   The vet's office took me in when the shelter I was staying filled up and had no more room for me. It was so nice of them, and I do really, really appreciate them, but I VERY ready to find my fur-ever family!  I’m a sweet boy, and I love to make new friends.    I do have a cough, though, and that makes some people nervous. But don’t worry; I’m not sick or contagious! We aren’t sure exactly where it came from, but we think it may be due to scarring from the heartworms (they treated me and I am happy and healthy now!!) If I have a little coughing incident, I take some cough medicine and I’m good to go!     I want to find a nice warm bed to call my own that I can sleep in and be close to you! show less

"Come PLAY with me!  We both will have lots of fun, big smiles and lots of laughs!" says Noli. Things Noli LOVES to do; do you love them... show more

"Come PLAY with me!  We both will have lots of fun, big smiles and lots of laughs!" says Noli. Things Noli LOVES to do; do you love them, too? Noli loves riding in the car;  loves rolling on her back in the grass or leaves; Noli loves going on walks, she loves chasing little critters; she loves giving kisses; Noli loves snuggle time; Noli loves people & doesn't know what a stranger is; Noli loves doing an army crawl and laying with her legs out like a cute frog; Noli loves to make you smile even if you have had a rough day!  Noli is looking for the love of her life that she can bring lots of love, loyalty and smiles to each and every day!   Noli loves a good car ride and would be happy to be your little co-pilot.  She won't bark directions and will have a big smile on her face as long as she is with the one she loves.  So pop her in the car when you are on the go; she is so happy to hang with you! Are you working from home? Need an amazing office assistant or awesome coworker? Noli is a great candidate and ready to apply for that J-O-B!    Noli wants to be your one and only and she will lavish you with love and kisses!  She is sweet snuggler and has the happiest smile to greet you every day.  Make her yours; you will never be lonely again! Noli LOVES to give kisses and be loved on by her peeps! She loves everybody she meets and greets them with the famous Noli SMILE.  She is ready to share her big love with a person(s) who want to be her center of attention.   Noli loves going for walks and has good leash manners. She will pull occassionaly if she sees something exciting scurry by like a bunny or squirrel; however, other than that she is a great little companion for daily strolls. Noli is a goofy girl that likes to roll around in the grass and bushes. She loves checking out her surroundings on walks or while going on runs. She will quickly snuggle up in your lap and is the greatest companion.  She does that cute arm crawl on her belly with her legs splayed out in frog style.   Noli is very social with people so meeting the neighbors while out walking or running will be fun for her, she loves attention.  She literally loves everyone she meets, including children, and always has a smile to share. She does jump a little when she first sees you and we are working on that, so little children she may accidently knock down. She does know SIT and will sit when you tell her to get her pets. A yard with a 5ft+ fence would be ideal and  she could run, play, romp and just have a great time would also be awesome! She loves to get the zoomies and run circles in the yard, she has the biggest grin on her face while doing it.  She loves all kinds of toys - squeaky, chewy, stuffed so a family that wants a playful and happy pup, should meet Noli.     Noli is house trained and crate trained so you skip the craziness of puppyhood which, let's be honest, is a great bonus!    Noli's DOB (11/06/2020).  As part of Noli's $125 (50% off) adoption fee, microchipped, up to date on age appropriate vaccines, and current on her monthly flea/tick and heartworm preventatives.  If you have questions about this sweet girl, you can email Dogteam@pawsforlifenc.org.  If you wish to adopt Noli, you can fill in an online application for her under the Adopt a Pet Tab on our website:  www.pawsforlifenc.org. show less

Fashionista, I love to dress up, and I've been told I look quite stunning! I probably should have taken up a career in modeling, but it... show more

Fashionista, I love to dress up, and I've been told I look quite stunning! I probably should have taken up a career in modeling, but it was more important to me to stay busy snuggling and giving kisses to my human friends. That’s right, I know I am cute but I am also a love bug!   I love taking my humans on a leisurely walk. I have even trained them to give me a treat because I am so good on a leash. They must like giving me treats because every time they ask me to sit, stay, or get on my bed they are so amazed with my talents, and they give me a tasty morsel. They must appreciate that I am very well behaved because they are always patting me on the head and calling me a “good girl.”   I am now 11 years old, but don’t let that stop you. I am looking good with my girlish cute figure and even with all those treats I am only 38 pounds. I also still love to run and play outside. I like to chase a ball but I must tell you a secret; I like tricking my humans because they actually believe I will bring the ball back to them after they throw it.     At the end of the day, I like to curl up on my bed or enjoy my quite time in my crate. Sometimes I even tuck myself in at night because my humans like to stay up past 10:00. Surly they know I need my beauty rest. If you are looking for someone to keep you company, love you unconditionally, be by your side, and always make you feel better than I am your girl. Let’s talk!   DOB 01/23/2015. She is a female Fox/Jack Russell Terrier mix. As part of Olive's $300 adoption fee, she is spayed, microchipped, up to date on age appropriate vaccines, and current on her monthly flea/tick and heartworm preventatives.  If you have questions about this sweet little girl, you can email Dogteam@pawsforlifenc.org.  If you wish to adopt Olive, you can fill in an online application for her under the Adopt a Pet Tab on our website:  www.pawsforlifenc.org. show less