N.C. Non-Profit Animal Rescue
Give a Freedom RideIn the rescue world, a āFreedom Rideā is that magical car ride out of an animal shelter for a dog. At first they are nervous, but there is a moment when they realize they are safe ā¦. tongue out, tail wagging, a new chapter for them.
About Us
About Our N.C. Rescue
We are proud to be the crazy dog lovers who skip out on work to transport dogs from all over the state to their excited fostersā homes; who stay up late searching shelter pages for that next āFreedom Rideā potential; who spend countless hours making rescue a reality!
Freedom Ride Rescue brings together individuals who share a love for dogs and a dream to see a no-kill state. Our foster-based network is in the Raleigh/Clayton, NC, area. We bring in dogs of all ages, sizes and breed mixes. We help to rehabilitate these animals – providing security, love, medical, and behavioral training as needed – until they can be adopted to their “fur-ever” homes.
We areĀ foster based: we have no facility and every one of our adoptable (and not quite ready to be adopted) animals are in homes where families are teaching trust, love, basic manners ā¦. preparing your future dog ready to be the best addition to your family that he can be!
As fosters, we are willing to have our heart break after we love, rehabilitate and nurse an unwanted, unloved animal until they prance away with their fur-ever person ā often never looking backĀ āĀ as they start their most lifeās wonderful chapter: the one as a cherished pet.
So join our road to making freedom rides happen! We are a wonderful, tight-knit family needing volunteers, fosters, donors – basically caring people willing to help in any way they can!
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Whoās ready to meet the goodest boys? š¾š
Today weāre showing off all the handsome gentlemen of Freedom Ride Rescueāand letās just say, this group is bringing the charm, the goofiness, and all the tail wags āØ
From playful pups to laid-back loungers, adventure buddies to certified cuddle pros, these boys are ready to be your loyal sidekick through it all. Theyāve got big hearts, silly personalities, and so much love to giveātheyāre just waiting for someone to give it to š
Looking for a hiking buddy? A couch companion? A best friend who thinks youāre the greatest human ever?
Weāve got a guy for that š
Take a look, fall in love, and help us find these deserving boys their forever homes š¶š”
š Check out all available dogs + apply: www.freedom-ride.org
š Share this post to help our boys get seen!
Spring is hereā¦ flowers are blooming...and so are some hidden dangers šæā ļø
Many common plants found right here in North Carolina can be toxic to dogsāand some can cause serious illness even in small amounts.
Plants like azaleas, sago palms, oleander, and even tulips/daffodils may look beautiful in your yard, but they can be extremely dangerous if your pup decides to take a nibble.
š¾ Symptoms of plant toxicity can include:
vomiting, drooling, lethargy, tremors, or worse
The best way to protect your dog?
āļø Know whatās growing in your yard
āļø Supervise outdoor time
āļø Remove or block access to toxic plants
If you think your dog has ingested something harmful, contact your vet or an emergency clinic immediately.
Letās keep our pups safe this season š
š Save & share this post to help spread awareness!
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Browse our dogs in foster care and available for adoption!
Whoās ready to meet the goodest boys? š¾š
Today weāre showing off all the handsome gentlemen of Freedom Ride Rescueāand letās just say, this group is bringing the charm, the goofiness, and all the tail wags āØ
From playful pups to laid-back loungers, adventure buddies to certified cuddle pros, these boys are ready to be your loyal sidekick through it all. Theyāve got big hearts, silly personalities, and so much love to giveātheyāre just waiting for someone to give it to š
Looking for a hiking buddy? A couch companion? A best friend who thinks youāre the greatest human ever?
Weāve got a guy for that š
Take a look, fall in love, and help us find these deserving boys their forever homes š¶š”
š Check out all available dogs + apply: www.freedom-ride.org
š Share this post to help our boys get seen!
Spring is hereā¦ flowers are blooming...and so are some hidden dangers šæā ļø
Many common plants found right here in North Carolina can be toxic to dogsāand some can cause serious illness even in small amounts.
Plants like azaleas, sago palms, oleander, and even tulips/daffodils may look beautiful in your yard, but they can be extremely dangerous if your pup decides to take a nibble.
š¾ Symptoms of plant toxicity can include:
vomiting, drooling, lethargy, tremors, or worse
The best way to protect your dog?
āļø Know whatās growing in your yard
āļø Supervise outdoor time
āļø Remove or block access to toxic plants
If you think your dog has ingested something harmful, contact your vet or an emergency clinic immediately.
Letās keep our pups safe this season š
š Save & share this post to help spread awareness!
Who run the world? ā¦our girls šāāļøš¾š
Today weāre shining the spotlight on all the amazing ladies of Freedom Ride Rescueāand trust us, this crew is full of personality, love, and main character energy āØ
From playful pups to wise seniors, snuggle bugs to adventure buddies, each of these girls is patiently waiting for her perfect match. Theyāve got the love, the loyalty, and the wigglesā¦ now they just need a home to call their own š”š
Looking for a best friend? A couch companion? A walking buddy? A little bit of everything?
Weāve got a girl for that š
Take a look, fall in love, and help us get these deserving ladies into their happily ever afters š¶š
š Check out all available dogs + apply: www.freedom-ride.org
š Share this post to help our girls get seen!
Your weekend plans just got WAY cuter š¾āØ
Weāve got TWO chances for you to meet your new best friend this weekendāso come hang out, grab a drink, and get your puppy fix š
šø Saturday (2ā6 PM)
Blooms & Brews Market at Tap Yard (Raleigh)
Sniff out your soulmate with adoptable cuties like Norma, Redwood, Vinny, Hugo & more š¼š¶
š¼ Sunday (12ā6 PM)
Unleashedās Spring Fling at Koka Booth Amphitheatre
Weāll be out enjoying the sunshine with lots of adorable furry friends šš¾
Whether youāre ready to adopt, thinking about fostering, or just want to stop by for some tail wags and puppy snugglesāweād love to see you!
Come say hiā¦ your perfect match might be waiting š
Miss Poshey is out here living her BEST lifeāfetching, strutting, and serving up that signature sass with a side of snuggles š This girl is proof that age is just a number š
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This golden girl has been through a lot, but youād never know it watching her now. Sheās got pep in her step, love to give, and a personality that keeps us smiling every single day.
She may take a little time to trust, but once youāre her person? Game over. Youāve got a loyal, slightly spicy, totally devoted best friend for life āØ
Watch this video and try not to fall in loveā¦ we dare you šš¶
Ready to give Poshey the forever home she deserves? Apply today š
www.freedom-ride.org/for-adoption
Cuegrass = good vibes, great music, and LOTS of wagging tails š»š¾
We had such a fun afternoon downtown hanging out with some amazing adoptable pups, catching up with several alumni (our favorite kind of reunion š), and connecting with so many wonderful people.
Weāre also incredibly grateful to have raised over $2,600āfunds that are so needed right now to help us continue caring for our dogs.
Huge thank you to the folks at Cuegrass Festival, our friends at The Pit Authentic Barbecue, and everyone who stopped by to see us on Saturday. Your support means everything š¶š
** PUPPY FOSTERS NEEDED URGENTLY **
We rescued four - but want to save the other SIX. The owner are letting them run free, and we are worried they will be hit by a car or attacked by wildlife. The ones we have were shy at first but quickly became happy, waggy pups!
They are small breed ... some appear chi mixes and others are scruffier terriers. They are 7-weeks-old so need to be in twos or threes ....
FRR will provide all supplies and medical (prevention, vaccines, etc). Email mollie@freedom-ride.org if you are interested in helping them!
#fostersneeded #urgenthelp #freedomriderescue
Youāre about to fall in love āļøš¾
Meet Phoenix Wrightāa happy, playful Aussie mix pup with big energy and an even bigger heart š This handsome boy is growing fast, and heās ready to take on the world one zoomie at a time.
Phoenix is the full puppy package: smart, social, curious, and always up for fun. He loves playing with toys and dog friends, exploring the outdoors, and then crashing hard for snuggles with his people. Play hard, nap harderāthatās his motto š
Heās been well-socialized and does great with other dogs and older kids, and heās currently living his best life romping around with his sister. Like a true Aussie mix, Phoenix will thrive with an active family ready to keep his mind and body busy with training, playtime, and adventures.
If youāre looking for a fun-loving, energetic pup whoās equal parts playmate and cuddle buddyā¦ case closedāPhoenix Wright is your guy š¶āØ
Apply here: www.freedom-ride.org/for-adoption
šØšØFOSTER NEEDED!!šØšØPoor sweet angel Isa is 5 years old, 20 lbs and sadly only has one working eye. The vet has examined her and there is nothing to do for it. She has been left to suffer with a horrible flea infestation hence the missing fur near the base of her tail. She is a very sweet and loving girl. Please someone help us save her. Email jennifer@freedom-ride.org if you can help!! Thank you!!!
FRR Alum Dora (FKA Castalia, adopted in 2019) has truly blossomed into the perfect mix of playful and snuggly. When she isnāt busy keeping her big brother on his toes or soaking up every second of outdoor adventure, she can be found curled up as close as possibleāpreferably taking over the entire bed like the queen she is. Equal parts spunky and sweet, Dora brings a fun-loving energy to every moment and has fully embraced her role as both troublemaker and cuddle expert.
Enter Flynn Rider, who became a foster WIN in March, and it didnāt take long for him to make himself right at home. His name couldnāt be more fittingāthis clever boy is a quiet little thief, sneaking off with shoes, tissue boxes, toys, and anything else he can carry without making a sound! Despite his mischievous tendencies, Flynn is pure joy wrapped in fur, and his family absolutely adores him.
From the moment Flynn joined the family, he and Dora became instant best friends. Their bond is undeniableāthey spend their days running, wrestling, and playing so nonstop that itās nearly impossible to catch them sitting still (let alone get a non-blurry photo!). Flynn hasnāt just matched Doraās energyāheās elevated the entire household. Heās even managed to get their older dog, Banjo, up and playing again, joining in on the fun like a puppy at heart.
Flynn has already begun his journey of socialization, and the family hopes to see him trained as a therapy dog in the futureāa path that feels so fitting for such a loving and intuitive pup.
Together, Dora and Flynn are the definition of a perfect matchābest friends, partners in mischief, and the heart of their family. Their story is a beautiful reminder of the magic that happens when rescue dogs find exactly where they belong.
We absolutely love hearing about how our alumni are doing! Want to see your alum featured? Share their photos and stories on our alumni pageāyou could be our next spotlight!
Saving one dog will not change the world, but surely for that one dog, the world will change forever.ā
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Services
What We Do
Rescue Dogs
We are proud to be the crazy dog lovers who skip out on work to transport dogs from all over the state to their excited fostersā homes ā¦ who stay up late searching shelter pages for that next āFreedom Rideā potential ā¦. who volunteer countless hours making rescue a reality!
Provide Medical Care
Freedom Ride Rescue provides all supplies (crates, food, bowls) and gets the animal in for a vet visit (for a spay, neuter and/or vaccines); weāll also provide flea and heartworm preventatives. Anything and everything to make a happy and healthy pet!
Find A Home
We love, rehabilitate and nurse an unwanted, unloved animal until they prance away with their fur-ever personĀ as they start their most lifeās wonderful chapter: the one as a cherished pet.
Lost a Pet?
Freedom Ride Rescue partners with Petco Love Lost to make reuniting lost pets easier using image recognition technology to search a national lost and found database.Ā