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Paws for Life NC, Raleigh, NC;; Youngsville, NC; Durham, Youngsville, NC (2026)

06/05/2026

💻 Meet : Your New Favorite Coworker 💻. She will be at the adoption event, tomorrow, at Waje Forest Petco from 11 AM - 1 PM.

Looking for a dedicated work-from-home assistant? Eden is ready to submit her application!

As you can see, Eden takes her supervisory duties very seriously. Whether you're answering emails, attending Zoom meetings, or trying to finish an important project, she'll be right there to make sure you're never working alone. Her preferred office setup includes a warm laptop, a cozy desk, and plenty of opportunities for head scratches during business hours.

Eden is a sweet, beautiful tabby with a talent for boosting morale, reducing stress, and reminding you that work-life balance should always include a cat. She may occasionally close your laptop for mandatory cuddle breaks, but honestly, that's a feature, not a bug.

If your home office is missing a furry manager, Eden might be the perfect addition to your team.

Apply to adopt Eden today and make every workday a little brighter!

06/04/2026

Here are the 37 cats, dogs, kittens and puppies that were adopted in May 2026.

We are a foster-based, 100% volunteer-run rescue, and because of the incredible kindness of our fosters—who open both their hearts and their homes—these precious faces had a safe, loving place to land while they waited to be adopted.

🐾 WE NEED FOSTERS! 🐾
Cat fosters. Dog fosters.
We provide everything you need—you provide a safe, loving home until they’re adopted.
Open your door. Save a life.
👉 https://www.pawsforlifenc.org/foster

Not able to foster right now? You can still make a huge difference!

💙 Donate
Your donations go directly toward the care of the pets in our program—medical care, food, toys, bedding, litter, scratchers, and more.
Make a monetary donation here:
👉 https://www.pawsforlifenc.org/donate2

🙌 Volunteer
It takes a village to save lives! Join our volunteer team and be part of something truly meaningful.
Apply here:
👉 https://www.pawsforlifenc.org/volunteer

📣 Share Our Posts
Sharing on Facebook and Instagram helps our cats and dogs get seen and find their forever homes. Post to your page, your groups, and spread the word to friends and family!
Every share, every dollar, every hour—TOGETHER WE CAN DO SO MUCH MORE!

Happy Tails... Kane, Tank, Oliver, Scout, Clover, Fenel, Chutney, Kenzy, Fajita, Jimmy, Java, Theo, Espresso, Furrleigh, Sterling, Kelsey, Browny, Sylvester, Chorizo, Gordita, Pico, Maurice, Calypso, Chip, Kit Kat, Kari, Kirby, Jennipurr, Meowgaret, Max, Dennis, Prince, Chalupa, Bina, Noir, Hero, and Raisin.

06/04/2026

(DOB 07/16/2021) This girl is "Pretty in "Pink! Want a dog that is "easy to please" then look no further than . She’s a goofy girl FULL of happiness and doesn’t stop smiling. It doesn’t take much to please her. Other than needing a somewhat active lifestyle, there isn't much she isn't happy "just" doing.

She enjoys playing with people and finds friends with ease! She enjoys both daily walks, and she is fairly good on a leash but will pull when she sees other people! She loves meeting everyone. She would be happy with a kid in the home that would spend time playing in the yard (fetch and bit of tug-o-war) with her as well. Whatever it is, Leila will roll with it. She's even good with cats!!

Leila would love to be your bestie, and she'd probably love being your one and only. She plays w/doggie friends at day camp but can be jealous of toys and such. With that said, she could be a fit for a condo, townhome or apartment as she does not require a fenced in yard with the promise there is plenty of fun time each and every day. Speaking of playtime, Leila loves toys of any kind and finds extra joy in destroying those fluffy filled ones...hee hee! So, other tougher toys are a better bang for the buck!

While she does like to cuddle, she’s not super lazy so definitely needs a way to get some energy out. You know what else she loves - CAR RIDES! Yep, that's a fun activity, and Leila is happy to hop in and join you for your daily errands, coffee run, or off to a hike somewhere. She is very social and loves everyone she meets. She attracts strangers with her great smile and happy-go-lucky pep in her step.

She is happy to sleep in her doggie bed or cot and doesn't require being crated - note she is crate trained. She really is a gem of a girl. Don't miss the opportunity to be her lifetime love!

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06/03/2026

🐾💕 COME SEE US THIS SATURDAY AT WAKE FOREST PETCO! 💕🐾

Join us Saturday, June 7th, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at Wake Forest Petco and meet some wonderful adoptable cats and kittens looking for their forever homes!

🐱 This week's lineup includes: • Daisy
• Eden
• Lupine
• Sapphire
• Onyx
• Delilah
• Diamond
• Topaz

💲 Special Adoption Fee:
Cats & kittens 6 months and older are only $50!

Whether you're looking to adopt, foster, volunteer, donate, or just enjoy some kitty cuddles, we'd love to see you there!

⚠️ Adoptable cats & kittens are subject to change due to adoptions or unforeseen circumstances.

🐾 Ways You Can Help

🏡 Become a Foster:
https://pawsforlifenc.org/foster

✂️ SNIF Program (Low-Cost Spay & Neuter):
https://www.pawsforlifenc.org/spay-neuter-snif

💵 Donate / Sponsor a Kitty / Spay & Neuter Support:
https://share.google/tOXPZqaQZY4IZHQJL

🛒 Amazon Wishlist:
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1EGMM3CSVXB9O?ref_=wl_share

🛒 Chewy Wishlist:
https://www.chewy.com/g/franklin-county-humane-society_b71617946

📦 Supply Drop-Off Locations:
• Wake Forest Petco
• Pleasant Valley Petco
• PetSense – Leland Drive

🐾 Please share, share, share! Every share helps these wonderful cats and kittens find loving forever homes.

🐱❤️ Kittens are determined to change the world, one purr at a time. ❤️🐱

06/03/2026

JUNE IS NATIONAL ADOPT A CAT MONTH - Mocha and Roger sure hope this is their month to be adopted!!

Meow! National Adopt a Cat Month in June encourages us to remember our feline friends when considering a new pet. Also known as Adopt a Shelter Cat Month, it's a time to learn the cat-friendly ways to prepare your home for a new fur baby, how to know which cat is best for you and how to care for your feline friend.

Shelters are full of cats and kittens in needs of forever homes. These feline fur babies come with as many personalities as they do colors and coats. They curl into our hearts and will just as quickly remind us they decide who they love. Whether they were born in the shelter, surrendered or abandoned, 3.4 million find their way to a shelter.

When considering the adoption of a furbaby, take your time. Each shelter animal will touch your heart, so be sure to find a life-long love.

5 Tips for Adopting a Cat

Consider your lifestyle. Will you have time for an active kitten or will an adult cat be more to your pace?

Make multiple visits before making a choice. Sometimes, the purrfect cat will choose you.

Spend one-on-one time with the cat so you have some bonding meow-ments and her true personality comes through.

Do other members of your fur family need to be considered? If so, be sure to introduce them to be sure their personalities mesh.

When you bring your new family member home, have a space ready for him to decompress and adjust to his new abode. Don't be surprised if he hides at first. This is normal cat behavior.

HOW TO OBSERVE

Visit your local shelter. If you aren't able to adopt, consider volunteering or making a donation. Each shelter provides a list of needed items. If you've adopted a shelter cat, share a selfie with your furbaby on social media. Use to follow throughout the month.

HISTORY

The American Humane Association started Adopt a Cat Month in 1974.

06/03/2026

Some of our Condo Kitties are on vacation this week, but you can still meet one of our Kitties at our Petco Pleasant Valley Condo this week! (Because somebody's gotta hold down the fort, right? 😸)

On Saturday 6/6, we'll have a full house from 11am-1pm, with both Pups and Kitties at our Petco Wake Forest Adoption Event!

Come on out and fall head over heels for a new furry friend!

06/02/2026

🏒🐾 The Road to the Stanley Cup Starts Tonight! 🐾🏒

The Carolina Hurricanes are chasing hockey's biggest prize, and tonight the journey begins! While the Canes battle their way through the Stanley Cup Playoffs, there are plenty of cats and dogs right here in North Carolina hoping for a championship moment of their own—a loving forever home.

Just like every playoff team needs a strong roster, life is better with a loyal teammate by your side. Whether you're cheering from the couch, celebrating a big win, or nervously pacing during overtime, an adopted pet from Paws for Life NC makes the perfect game-day companion.

❤️ Save a life.
🏠 Open your home.
🐾 Gain a lifelong fan.

This playoff season, make room on your bench for a furry friend who will stick with you through every period, every comeback, and every victory lap.

Ready to find your MVP (Most Valuable Pet)? Visit pawsforlifenc.org to meet our adoptable cats and dogs.

Go ! And here's hoping both the Hurricanes and our adoptables find their way to a winning finish this season! 🏒🐶🐱❤️🖤

06/02/2026

🐾 Kitten Season is here… and our nursery is FULL 🍼🐱💕

We are currently caring for nursing moms, bottle babies, and kittens of all ages—and supplies are running low FAST.

These tiny babies need round-the-clock care, and we can’t do it without you 💖

If you’ve ever wanted to help, now is the time 👇

🛒 Amazon Wishlist:
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1EGMM3CSVXB9O?ref_=wl_share⁠

🛒 Chewy Wishlist:
https://www.chewy.com/g/franklin-county-humane-society_b71617946 -list&wishlistsortby=DEFAULT

💵 Donate / Sponsor a Kitty / Spay & Neuter:
Paws for Life NC | Animal Rescue https://share.google/ArV4OLzD8fZi73e5z

📦 Supply drop-offs available at:
• Wake Forest Petco
• Pleasant Valley Petco
• PetSense – Leland Drive

🍼 MOST NEEDED RIGHT NOW:
Soft/Wet kitten food 🐱🥫

Every single donation helps us care for these babies and give them a chance at a happy, healthy life 🐾

👉 If you can’t donate, please SHARE, SHARE, SHARE.

That alone helps us reach the people who can 💕

This is what it’s all about—
community coming together for these tiny lives.

Kittens are determined to change the world…
one tiny paw at a time 🐾

06/02/2026

Meet Mocha: The Professional Soul-Gazer

If you’re looking for a tiny cat with an oversized heart, meet Mocha. He’s a small boy with the "cutest little face" that will make you melt instantly. He loves BIG! He needs a home where someone is home almost all the time, or one with another cat-friendly cat who will be his buddy.

Mocha is what we call a "closet extrovert." He starts off a little timid, but his desire for affection is so strong. He’ll hover nearby, watching you with those sweet slow-blinks, until he just can’t help himself—he’ll shimmy close and throw his butt up in the air for some well-deserved scratches!

The Mocha Special:

The Biscuit Factory: Mocha is a high-volume baker. He makes biscuits on you, next to you, and even "air-biscuits" when he’s just thinking about how happy he is.

The "Slow-Blink" King: He communicates in pure adoration. If you catch him staring at you with those chronic love-eyes, he’s basically writing you a visual love letter.

The Love-Bug in Training: While he’s still finding his footing, all signs point to him becoming a total Velcro cat. He craves connection; he just needs a safe space to fully let his guard down.

A Tiny Baby: He has a petite, kitten-like frame and a face that belongs on a greeting card.

What Mocha is Looking For:

Because Mocha is a sensitive soul, he has a few specific requests for his forever home:

Patience is Key: He needs a human who understands that the best things in life are worth waiting a few days for.

A Peaceful Vibe: Mocha would prefer a home without young children. Loud noises and sudden movements aren't his cup of tea, but a calm environment will make him shine.

A Professional Snuggler: He’s looking for someone who appreciates a cat who wants to be "near" before he is "on."

Mocha is a work of heart. Once he realizes he’s safe, he’s going to be the most devoted companion you’ve ever had. Are you ready to be the one he finally chooses?

Mocha is neutered, current on his vaccinations and microchipped. Please visit Pawsforlifenc.org to fill out an application.

06/01/2026

(DOB 01/05/2024) Due to Femoral Head Ostectomy (FHO) surgery Barney will need surgery and our rescue will cover the cost. For this reason, he is available for adoption within a 1-hour drive time of Wake Forest NC.

He lovesto play tug-o-war & fetch. He also enjoys some chill time and cozing up with his family. Toys don’t really interest Barney; he would much rather relax beside you than play.

This gentle boy is happy, loyal, and incredibly affectionate. He’s a true lap dog who loves attention, pets, and being close to his humans. He’s social with people and other dogs, easily redirected, eager to please, and has a sweet mix of independence and devotion that makes him an easy companion.

Barney has found his voice, and he likes to "chit-chat", he would not be the best pup for an apartment, condo, or townhome. Barney doesn't require a fenced in yard.

Like many little dogs, Barney is still working on a few things and will need a patient, loving home. He has some separation anxiety, so a home where someone is around most of the time or wants to take him along on outings would be ideal. The good news? Barney loves car rides and is an awesome travel buddy. He’s not a fan of the crate and is still improving his leash skills. He’s also continuing to work on house training and will need regular potty breaks (about six times a day) to help him succeed.

Barney is on the shy side when meeting strangers, so just give him a little time. Sorry, no kids for this furry little guy; he's just not a fan and is not well suited for kids in the home, visit often, etc. He has not had an opportunity to meet cats yet.

If you’re looking for a little, loyal, lovable companion who’s happiest curled up by your side, Barney just might be your perfect match.

As part of Barney’s $300 adoption fee, he will be neutered, microchipped, up to date on age-appropriate vaccines, and current on his monthly flea/tick and heartworm preventatives. If you have questions about this sweet pup, you can email: [email protected]. If you wish to adopt Barney, you can complete an online applicatio on our website: www.pawsforlifenc.org.

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