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Carolina P.A.W.S.

Animal rescue in Waxhaw, NC

Carolina P.A.W.S. is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization comprised of a network of compassionate Carolinians, all of whom are volunteers. We are devoted to helping abandoned and abused cats and dogs throughout the greater Charlotte area find loving homes. CPAWS does not have a facility and relies entirely on volunteer foster parents to care for an animal until we are able to find a pet their forever home. Our founding members have been collectively involved in animal rescue for over 20 years.

Carolina P.A.W.S. volunteers can be found "in the trenches," rescuing animals at high risk- those starving on the streets, languishing in shelters, and suffering in abusive situations. Each animal has a different past but our promise to them all is the same…a second chance. We provide them with medical attention, rehabilitate them physically and emotionally, and care for them in foster homes until they can be placed in loving permanent homes.

Along the way, we prepare them to become wonderful companions by taking the time to socialize them and patiently teaching them to trust. We also spay/neuter each one, provide all inoculations, and ensure that they are in perfect health before being made available for adoption.

Contact
Phone
Address
P.O. Box 365
Waxhaw, NC 28173
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Adoptable pets at Carolina P.A.W.S.

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

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Kitten
Waxhaw, NC
We'll also keep you updated on Callie's adoption status with email updates.
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Callie

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Kitten
Waxhaw, NC
We'll also keep you updated on Penelope's adoption status with email updates.
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Penelope

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Kitten
Waxhaw, NC
We'll also keep you updated on Phoebe's adoption status with email updates.
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Phoebe

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Kitten
Waxhaw, NC
We'll also keep you updated on Marshmallow's adoption status with email updates.
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Marshmallow

Domestic Shorthair

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

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Kitten
Waxhaw, NC
We'll also keep you updated on Jess's adoption status with email updates.
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Jess

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Kitten
Waxhaw, NC
We'll also keep you updated on Rory's adoption status with email updates.
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Rory

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Kitten
Waxhaw, NC

Rescue FAQs

Greater Charlotte NC area and surrounding counties

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

Additional adoption info

After the adoption contract is signed and fee is submitted online then placement of your adoptive pet will be arranged within 72 hours or sooner.

Adoption application

https://www.carolinapaws.com/adopt/adoption-process/

Pets at shelters & rescues near Carolina P.A.W.S.

Stanly County Humane Society, Inc

2049 Badin Rd,
Albemarle, NC 28001

Where Hope Lives Humane Society

7900 Rockland Trail,
Waxhaw, NC 28173

UNION COUNTY ANIMAL SERVICES

3340 Presson Rd,
MONROE, NC 28112

We'll also keep you updated on Donni, Raephi, Xena.'s adoption status with email updates.
Bonded Pair
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Donni, Raephi, Xena.

Domestic Longhair

Female, Young
Monroe, NC
We'll also keep you updated on Birch's adoption status with email updates.
Bonded Pair
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Birch

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 1 yr 8 mos
Monroe, NC
We'll also keep you updated on Camilla's adoption status with email updates.
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Camilla

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 2 yrs 4 mos
Fort mill, SC
We'll also keep you updated on WALTZ's adoption status with email updates.
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WALTZ

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 9 yrs
Charlotte, NC
We'll also keep you updated on CHARLIE's adoption status with email updates.
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CHARLIE

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 1 yr 3 mos
Charlotte, NC
We'll also keep you updated on Tiny Girl Michi's adoption status with email updates.
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Tiny Girl Michi

Calico

Female, Young
Charlotte, NC

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