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AVAILABLE DOGS

YOU CAN'T BUY LOVE, BUT YOU CAN ADOPT IT !!!!!

DOGS LISTED MAY HAVE BEEN ADOPTED. HOWEVER, WE TRY TO KEEP CURRENT. THIS PAGE WAS LAST UPDATED ON SEP 2. The hours we are open for adoptions can be seen HERE. Email enquiries HERE.

DAKOTA is a Cairn Terrier who looks to be purebred. He weighs 19 pounds and is about 7 years old. Dakota was surrendered by his owner for some reason and needs a new home, forever this time. He can be seen and adopted at the shelter.

MIGUEL and MADELINE are beautiful Basset Hounds who appear to be purebred and who also appear to be brother and sister. They are about 4 years old and weigh 37 and 32 pounds respectively. Both have heartworms, but the Humane Society will cover the cost of the treatments. Both these sad doggies can be seen and adopted at the shelter.

These are 2 of a litter of 3 Lab mix pups we just got in, about 10 weeks old. They can be seen and adopted at the shelter.

These are two of a litter of 3 Terrier mix puppies, about 10 weeks old, who are all cute little guys. They can be seen and adopted at the shelter.

BLACK BEAN is a scared little Chihuahua, about 7 years old and weighing just 4 and a half pounds. This little boy can be seen and adopted at the shelter.

PORTIA is a Cairn Terrier, who is about 3 years old and weighs 22 pounds and was found as a stray. Cairns are active and playful little companion dogs but Portia would not be suitable with small children. She can be seen and adopted at the shelter.

BUBBLES is a pretty Beagle, about 3 years old and weighing 22 pounds. She can be seen and adopted at the shelter.

LUKE is a handsome Border Collie mix, about 2 years old and weighing 72 pounds. He can be seen and adopted at the shelter.

LOW RIDER is funny looking and comical mix of Basset and maybe Lab, maybe Corgi. He looks something like a munchkin Lab at 41 pounds. This active guy can be seen and adopted at the shelter.

TROY is a Hound mix, about a year and a half old and weighing 39 pounds. This pretty and active dog can be seen and adopted at the shelter.

BLUE is a Catahoula mix, an unusual and handsome guy with two blue eyes. He is about two and a half years old and weighs 70 pounds.   He can be seen and adopted at the shelter.

ABAGAIL is a pretty and friendly little Beagle mix, full grown at about a year old and 23 pounds. She can be seen and adopted at the shelter.

MAX is a good looking Lab/Collie mix, about 4 years old and weighing 62 pounds. He can be seen and adopted at the shelter.

LUCKY is a nice looking German Shepherd mix, found as a stray. He is about 2 or 3 years old and weighs 78 pounds. Lucky appears to be trained with the basic obedience commands. He can be seen at the shelter.

BEULAH is a pretty Beagle mix, about a year and a half old and weighing 35 pounds. She can be seen and adopted at the shelter.

RAMBO and ROXIE are 14 week old siblings in foster care. Rambo is a very playful social little pup. He loves to grab his favorite toy and cuddle up on your lap. He has lots of spunk and is great with children.   He has been in a foster home with his sister Roxie. He has gotten a lot of attention and socialization. Roxie is a very sweet, gentle dog. She loves to play and is great with children.   She is affectionate and loves to put her paws on your shoulders and give kisses. She not a hugger or a lap dog though. She enjoys romping outside and is very obedient. She's been in foster care with her brother Rambo. She has gotten a lot of attention and socialization. If interested in meeting either of these cute babies, please contact Wrunkles@aol.com or call 704-425-6848

These are two of a litter of four Lab mix pups, about 12 weeks old. The puppy to the right in the picture can be seen and adopted at the shelter. (The other has been adopted.) Their siblings are in foster care and are shown above.

SPECKLES is some kind of Hound mix, maybe with some Shepherd in there. She is full grown at a year old and 36 pounds. If interested in meeting her, please contact THIS EMAIL ADDRESS.

CRICKET is a mix, maybe Toy Poodle and Shih Tzu, but only her hairdresser knows for sure. She is about 8 pounds and 7 years old. Cricket had some dry-eye problems but now has her eyes properly taken care of and can see well. She likes other dogs but likes to be in charge. Cricket is great with people and is an excellent little companion who is grateful for good treatment. If interested in her, please email THIS EMAIL ADDRESS.

MAVERICK is a mix of something or other, maybe some Shepherd in there somewhere. He is about a year old and is full grown at 33 pounds, a nice size family dog. If interested in meeting him, please contact THIS EMAIL ADDRESS.

PISTON is a smallish Lab mix, about a year and a half old. He is a quiet and good natured dog. If interested in meeting him, please contact THIS EMAIL ADDRESS.

GALLAGHER is a Pointer mix who is about 3 years old and weighs 53 pounds. This guy will make a great combination family pet and hunting dog. He is currently in foster care. If interested in meeting him, please contact THIS EMAIL ADDRESS.

BUDDY His name says it all - A loyal companion and friend. He is looking for a home to share with an individual or couple that would enjoy his laid-back company, heart of gold and sweet, gentle disposition. He is very social with other dogs and is very accepting of even the most challenging of animal friends. As your companion, Buddy will follow you from room to room and sit close enough so you know he is there. If you want him closer, he will lay at, or on, your feet. He loves his saggy neck and tummy rubbed, but draws a line at hugs, where he will stick his paws straight out, as if to say, “I love you, but I am not a hugger.” Buddy would do best in a rather calm home environment where new friends are introduced individually.   Though very friendly, he becomes nervous among groups of people or the excitement of children. Buddy will view himself as a protector of the home and family. As a result he is a bit wary of persons new to the home and should be introduced unhurriedly. His soulful eyes tell a story of survival. He has completed his full heart worm treatment without a hitch. Though he still has to take it easy for a few weeks, he loves to run and play. He now knows life will be good!   One look at his face will tell you he appreciates another chance at life, a home and happiness. Buddy is housetrained, up to date on shots and is micro chipped. He is approximately 3 -4 years old and weighs about 55 - 60lbs. He will be able to be neutered in a few weeks. If you would like Buddy to become part of your family and want to learn more about him, please call Gail his foster mom at 704-996-9282 or email her at THIS EMAIL ADDRESS

WILBUR is a beautiful 16 month old Dachshund/Hound mix. He is completely vetted, neutered, and on heartworm preventative. He needs to be in a home without cats as he isn't fond of them. He loves to be outside sniffing and, true to his Doxie breed, can be fiercely loyal to his master. According to his foster home, he mistrusts strangers and children, but once you gain his trust, he is very loving. He loves leash-walks, does well in a crate, is a low-energy companion and gets along well with other dogs.
If you are interested in meeting Wilbur, please email us at cabarrushumanesociety@gmail.com.

ROBIN is an active Hound, about 2 years old and weighing 42 pounds. Robin was the mommy of several cute puppies, who have been adopted, so it is now momma's turn for her forever home. She is currently in foster care.

REX was adopted out by us as a puppy to a very nice couple about five years ago. He was returned to us because one of his owners has become ill and they can no longer give him the care he needs. Rex is five years old, and is a very interesting 55 lb. fun loving black German Shepherd mix. He does not seem to get along with most dogs and may need to be an only dog. He gets along well with people he knows. Rex is very territorial and makes a great watch dog. His hobby is chasing squirrels. He is completely house broken and loves to spend his time in the house looking out the window. He is 100% current on his vetting, is neutered and on heartworm preventative. If you are interested in adopting Rex, please email us at cabarrushumanesociety@gmail.com or call us at 704-784-4434, select option #1, and leave a message.


TITAN is an 8 month old Jack Russell Mix. This vibrant fellow is 38 pounds of energy and love. He loves chew toys and to play ball. He wants to spend time as much time with people as possible. New situations make him anxious; he needs time and encouragement to develop his confidence when dealing with a new setting or circumstance.
Titan is currently in foster care and gets along great with the foster family's dogs and cats. He is making progress learning basic obedience.  If you'd like to meet Titan, please contact his foster mom at THIS EMAIL ADDRESS

JACK BENNY is a Lab/Newfie mix, about a year and a half old and weighing 60 pounds. He is a graduate of our prison dog training program and was adopted but was returned because he was too young and active for his situation where he was left alone a lot. If interested in meeting him, please contact THIS EMAIL ADDRESS.

BRUCE is a very fine looking Boxer, apparently purebred. He was found as a stray and is about 2 years old and weighs 41 pounds. Bruce does have heartworms but the Humane Society will cover the cost of the treatments. He doesn't seem to like other dogs and may need to be an only dog. He is currently in foster care. If interested in meeting him, please contact THIS EMAIL ADDRESS.

FINWAY is our favorite dog at the annex. He is 1 1/2 years old and a Pit mix.  He is very energetic and needs plenty of exercise. He is a powerful dog and needs a strong pack leader but most of the time he is a very sweet dog. He knows basic commands. He gets along with all dogs unless they do not like him. Those he does not like. He absolutely loves children. He has a beautiful shiny coat. He is currently in foster care. If interested in meeting him, please contact THIS EMAIL ADDRESS.

BOJANGLES is a mix of perhaps English Bulldog or maybe Boxer. He is about a year old and weighs 45 pounds. Bojangles is a sweet guy but is strong. He is currently in foster care. If interested in meeting him, please contact THIS EMAIL ADDRESS.

FREDA is a Walker Hound mix, about a year old. She is currently in foster care. If interested in meeting her, please email THIS ADDRESS.

DUKE is a mix of something or other, maybe some Rhodesian Ridgeback with some Lab, but who knows. He is a strong dog at 56 pounds and 2 years old.   If interested in meeting him, please contact THIS EMAIL ADDRESS.

FIONA is a Walker Hound mix, about a year old. She is currently in foster care. If interested in meeting her, please email THIS ADDRESS.

GINGER is a nice Lab mix, about 2 years old and weighing 45 pounds. Ginger doesn't seem to like most other dogs and probably should be an only dog. With people she is a real sweet heart and will make a fine family dog. If interested in meeting her, please contact THIS EMAIL ADDRESS.

ATLAS is a Yellow Lab mix, about a year and a half old and weighing about 62 pounds. He is currently a student at our prison dog training program, undergoing 8 weeks of intensive obedience training. He will be available for adoption in mid-September. If interested in meeting him, please email THIS ADDRESS.

COBALT is a cute little Jack Russell Terrier mix, only 17 pounds and about 4 years old. This friendly and active little guy is currently a student at our prison dog training program, undergoing 8 weeks of intensive obedience training. He will be available for adoption in mid-September. If interested in meeting him, please email THIS ADDRESS.

Animals at the shelter can be seen and adopted at the Cabarrus County Animal Shelter (Highway 49, South of Concord) on any Weekday 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM, Saturday 12:30 PM - 4:00 PM, and Sunday 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM.

LETTERS FROM HAPPY ADOPTERS
" Just a quick note to let everyone know how happy we are with our recent adoption of Curley (now Cooper). Everyone at the Shelter was wonderful to work with and we are truly enjoying our newest family member. Thanks for all the wonderful work each of you do in helping find these beautiful animals forever homes. "

" I am writing to let you know that Frosty (now called Lady) whom I adopted from the New Leash on Life program is truly a wonderful dog. Even though she has only been with me since March18th she has truly become a member of the family. She gets along great with my other dog and has fun trying to get the cat to play with her. She is very playful yet readily obeys her commands. She is a joy! I want to thank Tonya and the fellas that trained her. They are doing a wonderful job and have given me a wonderful dog. I am so glad I read about the program and was lucky enough to get one of the dogs. I would encourage everyone to look into adopting the dogs from the program. They are truly well trained and lovable and would make a wonderful companion. "

" We wanted to thank you for making our first adoption experience a pleasurable one. We are so happy we got to adopt Ritter. He has adapted very well and brings so much joy to our little family

" Thanks to all of you for all that you do to see to it that the dogs/cats in your care are adopted by loving families, they all deserve more love than they could ever have dreamed of. We love Allie sooooo much!!! "

" Macy is adjusting very well. She's such a lovable pet. She is housebroken and has never had an accident in the house. We love her so much. We made a wonderful choice is selecting her. "
"We adopted Levi who is now named Socko. He is the perfect addition to the family. He is the smartest puppy. He never goes potty in the house, he already knows how to sit and we are working on his high five. He loves to go outside and roll in the grass and play with twigs. He loves to snuggle on the couch with the kids and in the bed with my husband and myself. He is staying in the crate for now at night and when we are away. But he loves to jump in the car at 3:30 to pick the older kids up from school. As soon as we pull into the school he jumps up on the window and looks for "his boys". He can't wait for them to get in the car so that he can smother them with kisses. He doesn't make a sound. When we tell him to go to his room he goes right in his crate and lays down. I will send pictures very soon. Thank you all for allowing us to add the perfect addition to our family. "
"I think it’s just wonderful all you do for the animals and the “New Leash on Life” Program. We were both really impressed by the guys, their love for the dogs and their professionalism in handling them. Thank you so much for everything. We’ll keep you all posted on Dottie"