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Calvin's Paws

Animal rescue in Raleigh, NC

We believe in education on responsible pet ownership, on educating the community about FIV and feline leukemia, Trap-neuter-release, spaying and neutering and collaborating with rescues all over the map to further our common goal of helping prevent pain and suffering to animals and ensure they have a loving, suitable home.

Contact
Phone
Address
PO Box 17271
Raleigh, NC 27619
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Create an alert, and we'll notify you every time a new pet comes in who meets your criteria.

Adoptable pets at Calvin's Paws

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

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Adult
Raleigh, NC
We'll also keep you updated on Cleo SE's adoption status with email updates.
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Cleo SE

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Young
Raleigh, NC
We'll also keep you updated on Coco Nut's adoption status with email updates.
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Coco Nut

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Young
Raleigh, NC
We'll also keep you updated on Thunderbird ('Birdie')'s adoption status with email updates.
Special Needs
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Thunderbird ('Birdie')

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Adult
Raleigh, NC
We'll also keep you updated on Oreo Poof (fka Diane Poof)'s adoption status with email updates.
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Oreo Poof (fka Diane Poof)

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Adult
Raleigh, NC
We'll also keep you updated on Boots M's adoption status with email updates.
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Boots M

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Young
Raleigh, NC
We'll also keep you updated on Minnie Lily's adoption status with email updates.
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Minnie Lily

Domestic Shorthair

Female
Raleigh, NC
We'll also keep you updated on Tater Tot's adoption status with email updates.
Special Needs
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Tater Tot

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Young
Raleigh, NC

Rescue FAQs

Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Chapel Hill, Morrisville.
Central NC.

Additional adoption info

Adoption Process:
Check out our animals
Find one (or two!) that would fit your lifestyle and needs
Fill out an application here: (http://www.calvinspaws.com/forms/form_humanverify?formid=2908)
Talk to a counselor
Meet and Greet
If all goes well, and you're approved
Adoption Contract
Pay $100 fee for cats/kittens or $150 fee for dogs/puppies
Take your animal home!!

Adoption application

https://www.calvinspaws.com/forms/form?formid=2908

Pets at shelters & rescues near Calvin's Paws

Friends of Rocky Mount Animals

P.O. Box 8766,
Rocky Mount, NC 27804

Carolina Pet Rescue

Durham, NC 27713

Second Chance Pet Adoptions

6003 Chapel Hill Road, Suite 125,
Raleigh, NC 27607

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

Domestic Shorthair

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

Labrador Retriever

Male, 8 yrs 7 mos
Youngsville, NC
We'll also keep you updated on Levi's adoption status with email updates.
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Levi

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Young
Pittsboro, NC
We'll also keep you updated on Winnie & Newt - Southern Bells's adoption status with email updates.
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Winnie & Newt - Southern Bells

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 1 yr 1 mo
Snow Camp, NC
We'll also keep you updated on Chico's adoption status with email updates.
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Chico

Chihuahua/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 8 yrs 2 mos
Durham, NC
We'll also keep you updated on Dorothy's adoption status with email updates.
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Dorothy

Cattle Dog

Female
Garner, NC

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