Dogs 101: Where are the best places to adopt a dog in Raleigh?

July 18, 5:17 PMRaleigh Dogs ExaminerShannon Langley

1. WakeCounty Animal Shelter

The Wake County Animal Shelter is partnering with VCA Animal Hospitals to give adoption and additional incentive by making it easier on the pocketbook! Dogs and cats of all ages are in need of homes and when you find your perfect pet, VCA offers a free health exam and a medical allowance of $500 if your pet has any ailments such intestinal parasites, ear/skin infections, etc.            

Shelter Location:                                           

 820 Beacon Lake Drive Raleigh, NC 27610                

Phone: (919) 212-PETS (7387)  Hours of operation: Monday 11a-4p, Tuesday 11a-7p, Wednesday:call for hours*, Thursday 11a-7p, Friday 11a-4p, Saturday 11a-4p and Sunday 1p-4p.         

Adoption fees: $70-120.00    

For more information on Wake County Animal Shelter, visit their website. Click here to find a VCA Animal Hospital near you.   

2. Second Chance Pet Adoptions                                                                  

Second Chance Pet Adoptions is a non-profit animal rescue organization that has served homeless dogs and cats in the Triangle area of North Carolina since 1989. Adopt a furry friend or learn how to become a foster parent!

Adoption Center:                                                                                                                      6003 Chapel Hill Road  Raleigh, NC 27607  Phone: (919) 851-8404         Email:secondchance@secondchancenc.org      Hours of operation:  Saturday's only: 11a-1p    

Adoption fees: $150.00 w/ microchip
                                                                                                                                                     

Visit the Second Chance Pet Adoptions Pet Gallary for more information on how to help.

3. Best Friend Pet Adoption                                                                  

Best Friend Pet Adoption (BFPA) is a no-kill animal rescue organization based in central North Carolina. BFPA has no building, office or shelter. They are an all-foster network. This organization is recommended by local Raleigh veterinarians!

Adoption fees are $195.00 (all inclusive)

With all hopeful adoptees living in volunteer homes, please call (919) 661-1722 or email this organization at: adoption@bfpa.org for more information. Visit their website: Best Friend Pet Adoption.

4. SPCA of Wake County                                                                         

There are two locations here in the Triangle area. This local SPCA was founded in Raleigh in 1967.    The Society for the Prevention of Curelty to Animals (SPCA) of Wake County is dedicated to creating a humane life where every pet gets a good home. There are always monthly adoption events, so check back often!

SPCA Curtis Dail Pet Adoption Center:                                                                                           200 Petfinder Lane Raleigh, NC 27603    Phone: (919) 772-2326  Hours of operation: Monday 1p-8p, Tuesday 11a-6p, Wednesday 11a-6p, Thursday:CLOSED, Friday  11a-6p, Saturday 11a-6p and Sunday 1p-5p.             

Adoption fee: $115.00 (adults & puppies)    Check out the adoption gallery!

For more information, visit the SPCA main website.