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Perfectly Imperfect Pups

Dog rescue in Raleigh, NC

PIPs Rescue specializes in caring for dogs with elevated medical and special needs; however, we embrace inclusivity and welcome all dogs into the rescue. Our dogs with special needs or medical needs are indicated on their profile and makes up about 30% of all our dogs.
PIPs dreams of a world where imperfection is perfection, ensuring that every dog receives the love they deserve. The vision relies on the support of adopters, fosters, volunteers and donors.

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Raleigh, NC 27614
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Adoptable pets at Perfectly Imperfect Pups

We'll also keep you updated on Thea's adoption status with email updates.
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Thea

American Staffordshire Terrier

Female, 5 yrs 2 mos
Raleigh, NC
We'll also keep you updated on Sydney's adoption status with email updates.
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Sydney

American Staffordshire Terrier/Rhodesian Ridgeback

Female, 1 mo
Raleigh, NC
We'll also keep you updated on Hobbs's adoption status with email updates.
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Hobbs

American Staffordshire Terrier/Rhodesian Ridgeback

Male, 1 mo
Raleigh, NC
We'll also keep you updated on Adelaide's adoption status with email updates.
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Adelaide

American Staffordshire Terrier/Rhodesian Ridgeback

Female, 1 mo
Raleigh, NC
We'll also keep you updated on Penny's adoption status with email updates.
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Penny

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 2 yrs
Raleigh, NC
We'll also keep you updated on Odin's adoption status with email updates.
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Odin

Shar Pei/German Shepherd Dog

Male, 1 mo
Raleigh, NC
We'll also keep you updated on Ash's adoption status with email updates.
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Ash

Australian Shepherd

Female, 2 yrs
Raleigh, NC
We'll also keep you updated on June's adoption status with email updates.
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June

Labradoodle

Female, 3 yrs 1 mo
Raleigh, NC

Rescue FAQs

North Carolina and surrounding areas

  • 1. Submit Application
  • 2. Approve Application
  • 3. Meet the Pet
  • 4. Pay Fee
  • 5. Sign Adoption Contract
  • 6. Take the Pet Home

Additional adoption info

More abut our adoption process at http://pipsrescue.org/adoption-faq/

Adoption application

https://pipsrescue.org/adoptable-pips/

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We'll also keep you updated on Laney's adoption status with email updates.
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Laney

Poodle (Standard)

Female, Adult
Pittsboro, NC
We'll also keep you updated on NETTIE's adoption status with email updates.
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NETTIE

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 2 yrs
Chapel Hill, NC
We'll also keep you updated on Grace's adoption status with email updates.
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Grace

American Staffordshire Terrier

Female, Young
Holly Springs, NC
We'll also keep you updated on SAILA's adoption status with email updates.
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SAILA

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 10 yrs 2 mos
Raleigh, NC
We'll also keep you updated on LYLA's adoption status with email updates.
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LYLA

American Staffordshire Terrier

Female, 4 yrs 5 mos
Raleigh, NC
We'll also keep you updated on Darrow's adoption status with email updates.
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Darrow

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 9 yrs 7 mos
Pittsboro, NC

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