N.C. Non-Profit Animal Rescue
Give a Freedom RideIn the rescue world, a “Freedom Ride” 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 …. 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 fosters’ homes; who stay up late searching shelter pages for that next “Freedom Ride” 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 are 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 …. 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 – often never looking back – as they start their most life’s 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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How is Razz still waiting?! 🤯🐾
At almost 2 years old, this goofy, lovable boy has been patiently waiting far too long for his forever family—and we truly can’t believe he’s still here. Razz is the total package: funny, affectionate, full of personality, and always ready for his next adventure. Whether it’s walks, hikes, runs, or playtime with other dogs, he’s your ride-or-die buddy 💛
He’s the kind of dog who will make you laugh daily, love you endlessly, and be your best friend through it all. Seriously… how has no one scooped him up yet?!
It’s time. Razz deserves his people. 🐶✨
Apply to meet him today!
www.freedom-ride.org/for-adoption
Taking off with our newest duo… ✈️🐾
Meet Orville & Wilbur, celebrating NC's history of being First in Flight. These two are ready to soar straight into your heart with their playful spirits, adorable faces, and sky-high potential to be the best pups ever.
Whether they’re zooming through playtime or co-piloting cuddle sessions, Orville & Wilbur are cleared for landing… in their forever homes 💙
Ready for takeoff? Apply to one of these cuties today
www.freedom-ride.org/for-adoption
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🚨🚨 FOSTER NEEDED 🚨🚨 Two sweet 6-month-old boys need fosters asap after being owner surrenders. They’re both around 20–25 lbs and friendly, social pups who just need a safe place to land while they wait for their forever homes.
They are still working on leash skills, so they’re looking for fosters willing to help them practice and build confidence with some gentle guidance.
Two separate foster homes are needed.
Freedom Ride Rescue covers all costs — you provide the love and temporary home. Fostering saves lives and helps these boys get their second chance. If you can help please email jennifer@freedom-ride.org today!
How is Razz still waiting?! 🤯🐾
At almost 2 years old, this goofy, lovable boy has been patiently waiting far too long for his forever family—and we truly can’t believe he’s still here. Razz is the total package: funny, affectionate, full of personality, and always ready for his next adventure. Whether it’s walks, hikes, runs, or playtime with other dogs, he’s your ride-or-die buddy 💛
He’s the kind of dog who will make you laugh daily, love you endlessly, and be your best friend through it all. Seriously… how has no one scooped him up yet?!
It’s time. Razz deserves his people. 🐶✨
Apply to meet him today!
www.freedom-ride.org/for-adoption
Taking off with our newest duo… ✈️🐾
Meet Orville & Wilbur, celebrating NC`s history of being First in Flight. These two are ready to soar straight into your heart with their playful spirits, adorable faces, and sky-high potential to be the best pups ever.
Whether they’re zooming through playtime or co-piloting cuddle sessions, Orville & Wilbur are cleared for landing… in their forever homes 💙
Ready for takeoff? Apply to one of these cuties today
www.freedom-ride.org/for-adoption
We had the best time spending our Saturday at Fortnight in Wake Forest! 🐾💛
A huge thank you to the amazing team for welcoming us (and all our adorable, tail-wagging crew) for such a fun afternoon. We loved meeting so many new dog-loving friends, soaking up the good vibes, and showing off some of our incredible adoptable pups.
Paws crossed that a few of our sweet dogs met their future families—we’ll be keeping everything crossed for some happy endings! 🤞🐶
Thanks again for having us… we can’t wait to come back!
☀️ FRR Alum Sunshine (FKA Blizzard from the Winter Litter) may have started out as “Blizzard,” but this girl has always brought the warmth wherever she goes. Now a proud one-year-old (she turned one in December!) and fresh off celebrating her one-year gotcha day in February, she has officially settled into her role as the light of her family’s life.
🎾 If there’s a toy being thrown, Sunshine is ready. Fetch isn’t just a game — it’s her calling. She also loves heading out on walks to explore the world one sniff at a time. And toys? Optional. She’ll happily turn anything she finds along the way into her newest prized possession. A stick, a leaf, a mysterious “treasure” from the sidewalk — it’s all fair game.
🧢 As a puppy, Sunshine had one very serious nemesis: the baseball hat. She’d cautiously sniff it, dramatically jump back, bark at it as if issuing a formal warning, and then sprint away to safety. Clearly, she has since conquered her fears (and any suspicious headwear).
🚗 This social butterfly loves going to the vet — yes, you read that right. New friends? Extra attention? Sign her up. She’s also a big fan of golf cart rides through the neighborhood, ears flapping in the breeze like she’s on parade.
🌧️ When the adventures wind down, Sunshine is happiest curled up in her dog bed, snoozing peacefully while her mom sews on rainy afternoons. She’s equal parts playful energy and cozy cuddle bug — the perfect balance.
🧬 Her DNA results revealed she’s 22% Beagle, 17.9% Australian Cattle Dog, 17.1% Pug, and 16.8% Supermutt — which basically translates to: smart, spirited, loyal, a little goofy, and completely one of a kind.
☀️🐾 From snowy beginnings as Blizzard to the bright and joyful Sunshine she is today, this sweet FRR alum has truly lived up to her name.
👀 We absolutely love hearing about how our alumni are doing! Want to see your alum featured? Share their photos and stories on our alumni page—you could be our next spotlight!
Meet Nim 💛
This 90lb beauty is equal parts gentle giant and regal queen—calm, loving, and oh-so-sweet. Nim is the kind of dog who’s just as happy joining you for a peaceful morning walk as she is lounging nearby, keeping a watchful (and loving) eye on her people.
Dog-friendly, easygoing, and incredibly devoted, Nim is ready to be someone’s loyal best friend for life.
If you’ve been dreaming of a big, soft-hearted companion… Nim is your girl 🐾
Apply to meet her: www.freedom-ride.org/for-adoption
🚨🐾 DOUBLE ADOPTION WEEKEND ALERT 🐾🚨
Join Freedom Ride Rescue for TWO chances to meet your future best friend next weekend!
🧀 Saturday (March 28) | 2–4 PM | Artisan Beer – Rolesville
Come Pay the Cheese Tax with us! Our resident “Tax Collectors” (aka our adoptable pups) are ready to move out of their foster homes and into a permanent kitchen near you. Whether you’re a fan of sharp cheddar or a slice of American, we have a dog who would love to help you finish your snack—and maybe steal your heart too.
🥂 Sunday (March 29) | 1–3 PM | Pourworks – Raleigh
We LOVE the fresh mimosas at Pourworks, and they love our puppies, so we’re partnering again for a fun early afternoon adoption event. Stop by, say hello, and meet some wonderful dogs looking for their forever families.
Bring a friend and help us send some deserving pups home where they belong.
🍀🐾 Now that was a paw-ty! 🐾🍀
We had the BEST time keeping the St. Paddy’s Day fun going at our parade after party at Tap Yard Raleigh 💚 From sunshine and wagging tails to an amazing crowd of dog lovers, it truly couldn’t have been a more perfect day.
Tap Yard is one of our absolute favorite spots, and we’re so grateful they continue to welcome us back to show off our adoptable pups time and time again 🐶✨
Even better? A few lucky dogs met their forever families right there at the event—cue the happy tears 🥹💚
Thank you to everyone who came out, supported the rescue, and made the day feel so special. We’re already counting down to the next one! 🍻🐕
Is there anything better than how excited your dog is to see you? (even if you were only gone a minute 😉 )
Check out our website for all of the amazing dogs looking for homes right now and apply to meet the one you can imagine greeting you with a big smile every day!
www.freedom-ride.org/for-adoption
Only ONE of our Poky Little Puppies has found their forever home so far, which means Putter, Lollygag, Fritter, Loaf, Meander, and Mosey are still just… well, taking their sweet time finding their people. And while these poky babies may be doing a bit of dillydallying in finding their families, they are VERY quick to steal hearts 💕
These cattle dog/hound/mystery mutt cuties were born January 20 and are ready to mosey on into forever homes of their own. Don’t dawdle!—your perfect pup might be waiting!
Go ahead and putter on over to our website and apply today 🐶✨
www.freedom-ride.org/for-adoption
Saving one dog will not change the world, but surely for that one dog, the world will change forever.”
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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 fosters’ homes … who stay up late searching shelter pages for that next “Freedom Ride” potential …. 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); we’ll 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 person as they start their most life’s 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.