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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🐕🌲FRR Alum Gia (FKA Hope) Gia had a rough start, being found alone in the woods with mange before ending up at a shelter.
💕🏡 Her luck turned around the day FRR stepped in and rescued her. From there, she went to her loving foster family, who gave her countless baths 🛁 and meds 💊 to help her heal and thrive again. ✨
🌿 Gia is truly living her best life now! Almost every day you can find her adventuring on the Forest Ridge Park trails at Falls Lake in Wake Forest with her canine pals. She also loves exploring Durant Nature Park and splashing in the stream and waterfall at Rolesville’s Mill Bridge Nature Park, along with many other local trails. 🥾💦
🚗🐕 The moment she hears car keys jingle, Gia springs into action—barking with excitement and racing to the truck. Truck rides are her absolute favorite, and it’s the only time she’s completely quiet (no talking back!).
🎾🐿️ This playful girl has a big love for toys, especially anything with a squeaker. She’s known to toss them in the air, sometimes sending a squirrel toy “flying” across the room.
💕 Gia has also perfected the art of being spoiled. She adores pets and cuddles, and if you dare to stop, she’ll stomp her paw like a little horse until you start again. 🐴😂
🐈 When it comes to attention, Gia insists on being the star of the show. If her humans give love to the cats, she’s quick to butt in with her hound snout and wagging tail—reminding everyone, “It’s all about me now!”
❤️ Gia knows she’s finally found her people and makes sure they never forget it!
👀 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!
We had an AMAZING day at Deep River Brewing. Woofstock is always one of our favorite events. We had lots of adoptable dogs and lots of alumni come out for a visit. Can't wait for next year!
Paws and Enjoy the Moment Adoption Event
📍 Artisan Beer, Rolesville
📅 Saturday, September 20
⏰ 2–4 pm
For our rescue dogs, pawsing means finally finding a home where they can relax, be themselves, and feel safe.
Now it’s your turn to make that moment possible. Come meet our adoptable dogs, hear their unique stories, and maybe discover your new best friend.
Brews, wagging tails, and the chance to change a life—don’t miss it!
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Browse our dogs in foster care and available for adoption!
🐕🌲FRR Alum Gia (FKA Hope) Gia had a rough start, being found alone in the woods with mange before ending up at a shelter.
💕🏡 Her luck turned around the day FRR stepped in and rescued her. From there, she went to her loving foster family, who gave her countless baths 🛁 and meds 💊 to help her heal and thrive again. ✨
🌿 Gia is truly living her best life now! Almost every day you can find her adventuring on the Forest Ridge Park trails at Falls Lake in Wake Forest with her canine pals. She also loves exploring Durant Nature Park and splashing in the stream and waterfall at Rolesville’s Mill Bridge Nature Park, along with many other local trails. 🥾💦
🚗🐕 The moment she hears car keys jingle, Gia springs into action—barking with excitement and racing to the truck. Truck rides are her absolute favorite, and it’s the only time she’s completely quiet (no talking back!).
🎾🐿️ This playful girl has a big love for toys, especially anything with a squeaker. She’s known to toss them in the air, sometimes sending a squirrel toy “flying” across the room.
💕 Gia has also perfected the art of being spoiled. She adores pets and cuddles, and if you dare to stop, she’ll stomp her paw like a little horse until you start again. 🐴😂
🐈 When it comes to attention, Gia insists on being the star of the show. If her humans give love to the cats, she’s quick to butt in with her hound snout and wagging tail—reminding everyone, “It’s all about me now!”
❤️ Gia knows she’s finally found her people and makes sure they never forget it!
👀 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!
Paws and Enjoy the Moment Adoption Event
📍 Artisan Beer, Rolesville
📅 Saturday, September 20
⏰ 2–4 pm
For our rescue dogs, pawsing means finally finding a home where they can relax, be themselves, and feel safe.
Now it’s your turn to make that moment possible. Come meet our adoptable dogs, hear their unique stories, and maybe discover your new best friend.
Brews, wagging tails, and the chance to change a life—don’t miss it!
Brian McFadden, the grooviest cat in the Freedom Ride Rescue donated two of his restored players: a Weltron “Spaceball” model 2001 completely refurbished with updated LED lights and a lighted dial, not available on the original units. And the iconic Panasonic “TNT” known for its plunger and compact size.
The two most stylish, iconic 8-track players of the 70s, and both include five groovy 70s tapes ! Bid now and see all the auction items at.
🐾✨ August was a month full of wagging tails and happy hearts — 29 incredible dogs found their forever families! ✨🐾
Every adoption is a celebration of love, hope, and new beginnings. Thank you to all of our fosters, volunteers, and adopters who made this possible. 💙💜
Happy Tails to all the dogs adopted in August and congratulations to all the lucky families who added new furry family members. If you`ve adopted from us, join our Alumni group so you can share updates!
https://www.facebook.com/groups/3245972342105287
Whether he`s striking a pose for a headshot or just being his goofy self, Leland is a pro. He`s got the charm and personality to win your heart--so apply to meet him today!
www.freedom-ride.org
TURKEY DAY TUESDAY! Only 72 days until our Thanksgiving morning run/walk/stay home event - our biggest annual fundraiser. Having money in the bank allows to help emaciated, shy dogs (full of parasites) like "Grinny" and her three littermates. They were living in a filth covered small outdoor pen before coming to Freedom Ride Rescue. All our THRIVING now!
Your participation Nov. 27 helps us keep moving ahead on our road trip ... to date, we`ve helped over 3600 dogs!
So register to run or walk ... consider making a personal fundraiser when you do (the top fundraising adult and child under age 12 will win gift card!) Be a part of Turkey Day 5K in Garner (or anywhere if you are a "virtual" runner).
Register, sign up to sponsor or just get more info at: https://runsignup.com/Race/NC/Garner/FreedomRideRescueTurkeyDay5k
#turkeyday #turkeyday5k #freedomriderescue #pawitforward #nopawsleftbehind #garnernc #bringyourdog
AUCTION TIME! Keep your safe while on the road with SEVERAL carriers being offered in our online auction ...
View all items - and bid - at: https://auctions.signupgenius.com/bid/frrsilentauction2025/
We`ll be adding new items all week so keep checking back!
All of the items were donated so 100 percent of winning bids help us support dogs like Franklin, who is for adoption!
#pawsitforward #nopawsleftbehind #freedomriderescue #onlineauction See les
We`re here to tell you: brindle never goes out of style. Meet Nehi, our brindle beauty with a heart as warm as her gorgeous coat. This sweet girl has the perfect mix of playful energy and gentle charm — she’ll keep you smiling with her goofy antics and melt your heart with her snuggles.
Nehi is ready to trade foster life for forever love. Could she be the one to complete your family?
📩 Apply today to meet her!
www.freedom-ride.org
AUCTION TIME! Who wants a weekend away in Ferguson, NC? A vacation in this lovely chalet was donated by a loyal FRR adopter to our annual online fundraiser!
Make your bid for the Hounds Retreat - and view all items - at: https://auctions.signupgenius.com/bid/frrsilentauction2025/
All of the items were donated so 100 percent of winning bids help us support dogs like Razz, who is for adoption! We`ll be adding new items all week so keep checking back!
#pawsitforward #nopawsleftbehind #freedomriderescue #onlineauction
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.