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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
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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 Amelia's adoption status with email updates.
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Amelia

Domestic Shorthair

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

Domestic Mediumhair

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

Domestic Shorthair

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

Australian Shepherd/Labrador Retriever

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

Hound (Unknown Type)/Labrador Retriever

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

Boxer/Labrador Retriever

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

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

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.

Make A Friend In Animals (MAFIA)

PO Box 302,
Winnsboro, SC 29180

High Plains PAW - NC Chapter

Charlotte, NC 28214

Bit O'Luck Rescue, Inc.

PO Box 2752,
Huntersville, NC 28070

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

Domestic Shorthair

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

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Young
Mooresvillle, NC
We'll also keep you updated on Joe's adoption status with email updates.
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Joe

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 8 yrs
Fort mill, SC
We'll also keep you updated on Maggie's adoption status with email updates.
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Maggie

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 7 yrs 1 mo
Gastonia, NC
We'll also keep you updated on Faith's adoption status with email updates.
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Faith

American Shorthair

Female, 6 yrs 11 mos
Charlotte, NC
We'll also keep you updated on Tater McSpud's adoption status with email updates.
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Tater McSpud

Australian Shepherd/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 1 yr
Concord, NC

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