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Sunburst Foundation of Wilmington Canine Rescue

Animal rescue in Wilmington, NC

The Sunburst Foundation is a group of people dedicated to rescuing dogs from high-kill shelters and placing them in permanent homes. Most of the dogs are in foster homes, where they are already trained to be the perfect companion when they are adopted.
WE ALSO DO COURTESY POSTINGS FOR DOGS AND CATS AT PENDER CTY ANIMAL CONTROL.

Contact Linda Ferrell
Address
PO Box 7527
Wilmington, NC 28406
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Adoptable pets at Sunburst Foundation of Wilmington Canine Rescue

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

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Young
Wilmington, NC
We'll also keep you updated on Tanner's adoption status with email updates.
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Tanner

Collie/Chow Chow

Male, Young
Wilmington, NC
We'll also keep you updated on Jody's adoption status with email updates.
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Jody

Australian Shepherd/Greyhound

Male, Young
Wilmington, NC

Rescue FAQs

We prefer adoptions to be done in the local area however, we know that many perfect homes for our doggies are elsewhere, and depending on the situation, we are willing to consider out of town adoptions.

Additional adoption info

Our adoption process begins with you meeting a puppy pal of your interest. If we feel the match would be great for you and the dog, we encourage a trial foster period for potential adopters to get to know their new friend.

If the fostering works out, then the next step is adoption!!!! A donation between $125 and $200 per dog is requested, depending on the specifics of each case, and then the match is permanent.

Pets at shelters & rescues near Sunburst Foundation of Wilmington Canine Rescue

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Wilmington, NC 28411

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Wilmington, NC 28409

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CHAOS

Labrador Retriever

Male, 7 mos
Wilmington, NC
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Maggie

Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier

Female, 3 yrs
Jacksonville, NC
We'll also keep you updated on Cody's adoption status with email updates.
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Cody

Hound (Unknown Type)

Male, 5 mos
Jacksonville, NC
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Hunter

Labrador Retriever

Male, 2 yrs
Jacksonville, NC
We'll also keep you updated on Dexter McPherson's adoption status with email updates.
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Dexter McPherson

Domestic Shorthair

Male
Wilmington, NC
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Baby

Domestic Shorthair

Male
Wilmington, NC

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