N.C. Non-Profit Animal Rescue
Give a Freedom RideIn the rescue world, a āFreedom Rideā is that magical car ride out of an animal shelter for a dog. At first they are nervous, but there is a moment when they realize they are safe ā¦. tongue out, tail wagging, a new chapter for them.
About Us
About Our N.C. Rescue
We are proud to be the crazy dog lovers who skip out on work to transport dogs from all over the state to their excited fostersā homes; who stay up late searching shelter pages for that next āFreedom Rideā potential; who spend countless hours making rescue a reality!
Freedom Ride Rescue brings together individuals who share a love for dogs and a dream to see a no-kill state. Our foster-based network is in the Raleigh/Clayton, NC, area. We bring in dogs of all ages, sizes and breed mixes. We help to rehabilitate these animals – providing security, love, medical, and behavioral training as needed – until they can be adopted to their “fur-ever” homes.
We areĀ foster based: we have no facility and every one of our adoptable (and not quite ready to be adopted) animals are in homes where families are teaching trust, love, basic manners ā¦. preparing your future dog ready to be the best addition to your family that he can be!
As fosters, we are willing to have our heart break after we love, rehabilitate and nurse an unwanted, unloved animal until they prance away with their fur-ever person ā often never looking backĀ āĀ as they start their most lifeās wonderful chapter: the one as a cherished pet.
So join our road to making freedom rides happen! We are a wonderful, tight-knit family needing volunteers, fosters, donors – basically caring people willing to help in any way they can!
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Rhode Island (Isla), Montana, Dakota, and Georgia have already been through more than any puppy shouldābut youād never know it from their sweet faces and resilient spirits. šš¾
When these Shar Pei pups came to Freedom Ride Rescue, they were struggling with painful skin issues and needed specialized eye surgeries to correct entropion, a condition where the eyelids roll inward and can damage the eyes. Through it all, theyāve been absolute troopers.
Now, after lots of medical care, healing, and love, these puppies are finally ready for the next chapter: finding their forever homes. Each puppy has their own unique personality and needs, so be sure to read their individual bios on our website to learn more about who might be the perfect fit for your family.
Weāll also be honestāthis litterās medical care placed a significant strain on rescue finances. If youāre able to contribute to their fundraiser, your support will help us continue saying āyesā to dogs who need lifesaving care like these pups did.
gofund.me/8ddfd287b āØ
Kirby and Kelso are two tiny puppies with huge personalitiesā¦and theyāre each looking for their own forever families. š¾š
(Just to be clear: while they may be adorable together, we do not adopt puppies out in pairs. These boys need separate homes so they can grow into confident, independent dogs!)
Kirby is the brave little explorer of the duoāshort legs, big attitude, and always ready to investigate what the big dogs are up to. Meanwhile, Kelso is a cuddly little peanut who has discovered that people are actually pretty wonderful and now wakes up ready to play, snuggle, and soak up love.
Both boys are learning all the important puppy things: crate training, manners, respecting other dogsā space, and navigating life indoors. Theyād each do great either as a solo pup or with a patient dog friend who can help show them the ropes.
Theyāre playful, sweet, curious, and still very much babies, so theyāll need families ready for all the supervision, training, and chaos that comes with puppyhood. But trust usāthese tiny dudes are worth it. āØ
Want even more puppy antics? Check them out on Instagram at @thisdoghere š
Apply to meet either of these cuties by submitting an application on our website: www.freedom-ride.org/for-adoption
WHO RUNS THE WORLD?? Girls do!
By happenstance, this week's 'freedom ride' post is all about female dogs ...
Moms and gals is this week's accidental theme on our intakes!
For our regulars: two weeks ago, we begrudgingly took in a SECOND litter from the same property that refused to let us alter their dogs. Fast forward, and we are spaying all three females on that property!!!!!
#nopawsleftbehind #freedomriderescue #spayandneuter
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Rhode Island (Isla), Montana, Dakota, and Georgia have already been through more than any puppy shouldābut youād never know it from their sweet faces and resilient spirits. šš¾
When these Shar Pei pups came to Freedom Ride Rescue, they were struggling with painful skin issues and needed specialized eye surgeries to correct entropion, a condition where the eyelids roll inward and can damage the eyes. Through it all, theyāve been absolute troopers.
Now, after lots of medical care, healing, and love, these puppies are finally ready for the next chapter: finding their forever homes. Each puppy has their own unique personality and needs, so be sure to read their individual bios on our website to learn more about who might be the perfect fit for your family.
Weāll also be honestāthis litterās medical care placed a significant strain on rescue finances. If youāre able to contribute to their fundraiser, your support will help us continue saying āyesā to dogs who need lifesaving care like these pups did.
https://gofund.me/8ddfd287b āØ
šØšØFOSTER NEEDED BY WEDNESDAY 5/13!!šØšØ We are in love with this low rider named Pee Wee Herman. Swipe for the cutest video of him meeting a doggie friend. He is 6 years old, just 25lbs and dog friendly! He has until Wednesday to get out of the shelter and avoid euthanasia. If you live within an hour of Raleigh and would like to foster Pee Wee, please email jennifer@freedom-ride.org today!!
Kirby and Kelso are two tiny puppies with huge personalitiesā¦and theyāre each looking for their own forever families. š¾š
(Just to be clear: while they may be adorable together, we do not adopt puppies out in pairs. These boys need separate homes so they can grow into confident, independent dogs!)
Kirby is the brave little explorer of the duoāshort legs, big attitude, and always ready to investigate what the big dogs are up to. Meanwhile, Kelso is a cuddly little peanut who has discovered that people are actually pretty wonderful and now wakes up ready to play, snuggle, and soak up love.
Both boys are learning all the important puppy things: crate training, manners, respecting other dogsā space, and navigating life indoors. Theyād each do great either as a solo pup or with a patient dog friend who can help show them the ropes.
Theyāre playful, sweet, curious, and still very much babies, so theyāll need families ready for all the supervision, training, and chaos that comes with puppyhood. But trust usāthese tiny dudes are worth it. āØ
Want even more puppy antics? Check them out on Instagram at @thisdoghere š
Apply to meet either of these cuties by submitting an application on our website: www.freedom-ride.org/for-adoption
Want to help rescue dogs without even standing up from the couch? Weāve got you covered. š¾š±
Every single interaction with our social media posts helps boost Freedom Ride Rescue to more people. The more engagement a post gets, the more the algorithm shares itāand that means more eyes on our adoptable dogs, fundraising efforts, foster needs, and educational content.
And not all engagement is created equal! Saving and sharing posts have the biggest impact, followed by commenting and liking. So if you ever wonder whether a quick tap actually helpsā¦it absolutely does.
Your shares help dogs get adopted. Your comments help us reach new supporters. Your saves help our posts continue circulating long after theyāre posted.
It may seem small, but your engagement truly helps us save lives. š
Huge thank you to Ogletree Deakins in Raleigh for hosting a supply drive and blessing Freedom Ride Rescue with such a generous monetary donation! šš¾
We wanted to say thank you the best way we know howā¦with a puppy party, of course. Because honestly, puppy kisses and puppy breath are the universal language of gratitude. š„¹
We are so incredibly grateful for Ogletree Deakinsā continued support of our organization and the dogs we serve. Your kindness, generosity, and willingness to help truly make a difference in our ability to keep saving lives. āØ
Shirley may be quiet and shy at first, but behind those gentle eyes is the sweetest little soul just waiting to be loved. š
This tender-hearted girl is happiest in calm, cozy spaces with kind people who will let her blossom at her own pace. Sheās house-trained, crate-trained, loves routine, and is ready to trade uncertainty for a soft place to land.
Shirley is currently receiving treatment for heartworms, and Freedom Ride Rescue will continue covering all treatment costs even after adoption. All she needs now is a patient family willing to show her that the world can be a safe and loving place.
Apply to meet Shirley: www.freedom-ride.org/for-adoption
šØšØFOSTER NEEDED!!šØšØthis boy is scheduled to be euthanized EOB TODAY 5/11! He needs commitment now! Sadly, itās hard to shock us these days with the things people doā¦but we sure would love to help this guy out. Someone dumped their dog with IVDD at a full shelter. The staff immediately got this poor boy to the ER vet and had him treated. The kind staff at the vet donated this wheelchair to him. He cannot use his rear legs but is not in pain. He can use the bathroom so he really just needs a patient foster to give him a second chance. Wheels is a 2-3 yr old HW neg male maltipoo. Please someone step up for him. This is just absolutely heartbreaking. Please email jennifer@freedom-ride.org if you can help!
PLEASE NOTE: fosters must live within an hour of Raleigh in order to access our vet affiliates and attend adoption events. If you have travel coming up, please hold off on fostering, as we need a long term, consistent foster until this guy is adopted.
Dogs are talking to us all the timeā¦we just have to know how to listen. š¾
Many dogs show subtle signs of stress or discomfort long before they escalate to growling or snapping. Yawning, lip licking, turning away, walking away, crouching, tucked tailsāthese are all ways dogs communicate that they may be overwhelmed, nervous, or uncomfortable.
Learning to recognize these early signals helps us advocate for our dogs, build trust, and prevent situations from escalating. When we respect their communication, we help them feel safer and more understood. š
A growl isnāt a dog ābeing bad.ā Itās communication. And ideally, we want to listen long before a dog feels the need to climb to the top of the ladder.
Roscoe is what happens when pure joy gets packed into a 15-pound body. š¾š
At just about a year and a half old, this happy little guy is full of love, energy, and enthusiasm for life. Roscoe is a big fan of squeaky toys, has already discovered the joys of retrieving, and would make an amazing sidekick for just about anyone looking for a fun-loving companion. He loves playing with other dogs, comes running when you call his name, and is quickly learning all about the good life indoors. With a little supervision, heās doing wonderfully in the house and soaking up every new experience like a champ.
If youāre looking for a cheerful, affectionate little shadow to keep life entertaining, Roscoe is ready to steal your heart. āØ
Apply to meet him today! www.freedom-ride.org/for-adoption
Downtown Raleigh is about to be full of good vibes, local vendors, live musicā¦AND adorable adoptable dogs. š¾āØ
Join Freedom Ride Rescue at the 4th Annual Ma & Pa Festival on Saturday, May 9th from 11amā6pm on Fayetteville Street in downtown Raleigh! This FREE Motherās & Fatherās Day festival will feature 140 local vendors, live music, food trucks, lawn games, a live DJ, lounges, and so much more.
Of course, the best part (in our totally unbiased opinion) is that weāll be there with some precious pups looking for forever homes. š
Come shop local, enjoy the festival fun, snag some puppy cuddles, and maybe even meet your new best friend while youāre at it. We canāt wait to see you there!
Saving one dog will not change the world, but surely for that one dog, the world will change forever.ā
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Services
What We Do
Rescue Dogs
We are proud to be the crazy dog lovers who skip out on work to transport dogs from all over the state to their excited fostersā homes ā¦ who stay up late searching shelter pages for that next āFreedom Rideā potential ā¦. who volunteer countless hours making rescue a reality!
Provide Medical Care
Freedom Ride Rescue provides all supplies (crates, food, bowls) and gets the animal in for a vet visit (for a spay, neuter and/or vaccines); weāll also provide flea and heartworm preventatives. Anything and everything to make a happy and healthy pet!
Find A Home
We love, rehabilitate and nurse an unwanted, unloved animal until they prance away with their fur-ever personĀ as they start their most lifeās wonderful chapter: the one as a cherished pet.
Lost a Pet?
Freedom Ride Rescue partners with Petco Love Lost to make reuniting lost pets easier using image recognition technology to search a national lost and found database.Ā