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Independent Animal Rescue, Inc

Animal rescue in Durham, NC

IAR started with one woman's big dreams, a bigger heart, and a very distinctive purple pickup truck that helped her rescue countless of unwanted, abused, and homeless Triangle pets. Originally founded in 1994, IAR earned an official 501(c)(3) status in 1995. We are governed by a Board of Directors, managed by elected officers, and introduced IAR’s first paid position, General Manager, in June 2021. This role will assist with elevating our collective compassion to new heights and strengthening IAR’s impact as a whole.

Our mission is to rescue and provide safe and responsible care for homeless, abandoned, and abused animals. We shall strive to help all animals in need through our service programs. We will serve our communities through promotion of spay/neuter for all companion animals, and the education of children and adults in humane care, respect and responsibility for animals on this earth.

Contact
Address
PO Box 14232
Durham, NC 27709
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Adoptable pets at Independent Animal Rescue, Inc

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

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 3 yrs 7 mos
Durham, NC
We'll also keep you updated on Missy's adoption status with email updates.
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Missy

Domestic Mediumhair

Female, 1 yr
Durham, NC
We'll also keep you updated on Oswald's adoption status with email updates.
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Oswald

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 7 mos
Durham, NC
We'll also keep you updated on Ricardo's adoption status with email updates.
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Ricardo

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 7 mos
Durham, NC
We'll also keep you updated on Sassy's adoption status with email updates.
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Sassy

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 4 mos
Durham, NC
We'll also keep you updated on Corey's adoption status with email updates.
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Corey

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 3 mos
Durham, NC
We'll also keep you updated on Minnie Minou's adoption status with email updates.
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Minnie Minou

American Shorthair

Female, 7 mos
Durham, NC
We'll also keep you updated on Andy's adoption status with email updates.
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Andy

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 4 yrs 3 mos
Durham, NC

Rescue FAQs

Independent Animal Rescue is an organization of volunteer foster homes, located primarily in the Raleigh/Durham/Chapel Hill area of North Carolina.

  • 1. Submit Application
  • 2. Meet the Pet
  • 3. Take the Pet Home

Additional adoption info

Adoption Requirements


  • You must be prepared to make a lifetime commitment to the animal.

  • You may not be an undergraduate student.

  • You must be a US citizen or green card holder.


Adoption Process

  • Fill out an adoption interest application HERE.

  • Our goal is finding lifelong, loving homes for our animals, so we try to find the best match between animal and adopter. We can help advise you on which animals to meet based on your situation.

  • You can meet some of our animals at our weekend adoption events, or we can arrange for a meeting in the foster home. If it’s a good match, the foster parent will come to visit your home in person. This is to make sure your home is safe and secure for a new companion animal.

  • Note: IAR makes every effort to please our adopters, but our first concern must be for the animal’s welfare. We reserve the right to deny any application.


Read about adoption fees at https://animalrescue.net/adoption-fees.

Adoption application

https://animalrescue.net/adoption-form

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

English Bulldog/Beagle

Male, Senior
Wake Forest, NC
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Rembrandt

Poodle (Standard)/Golden Retriever

Male, Adult
Burlington, NC
We'll also keep you updated on LUNA's adoption status with email updates.
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LUNA

Domestic Shorthair

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

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 3 mos
Raleigh, NC
We'll also keep you updated on Whit's adoption status with email updates.
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Whit

Terrier (Unknown Type, Small)

Female, 9 mos
Raleigh, NC
We'll also keep you updated on Madame Vastra ~ CRITICAL! Available NOW!'s adoption status with email updates.
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Madame Vastra ~ CRITICAL! Available NOW!

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Young
Nashville, NC

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