Marion, North Carolina 28752, United States
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    • ADOPT A DOG
    • Donate
    • Foster
    • Volunteer
    • Contact US
    • About Rusty's
    • SPAY AND NEUTER
    • Jamey's Fund
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  • ADOPT A DOG
  • Donate
  • Foster
  • Volunteer
  • Contact US
  • About Rusty's
  • SPAY AND NEUTER
  • Jamey's Fund

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About Us

A black puppy lies down on a wooden floor, looking curiously at the camera.

Our Mission

Rusty's Legacy: Saving Dogs, Promoting Spay and Neuter, and Building a No-Kill Community


We are a nonprofit organization dedicated to rescuing dogs from North Carolina high-kill shelters, particularly in McDowell County, where we focus on saving stray and endangered canines. Our mission includes promoting spay and neuter initiatives to work towards establishing a no-kill community and advocating for stronger animal welfare laws. Established in 2009, Rusty's Legacy is a state-licensed McDowell County animal shelter, inspected by the North Carolina Department of Agriculture, making it the only licensed rescue in McDowell County.


We are a registered 501c3.


Tax ID: 27-3306176

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Images of Impact: The Work of Rusty's Legacy in Photos

A woman and her happy dog sitting inside a car.
Happy dog lying in green grass wearing a colorful bandana.
Man and dog sharing a moment at an outdoor bar called Wagbar.
Happy dog shaking off water while standing in a muddy pond.
Person walking a dog by a river on a sunny day.
A boy gently pets a relaxed dog wearing a green harness on a wooden deck.
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Rusty's Legacy TEXT ONLY 828-460-3190

139 Lytle Mountain Rd, Marion NC 28752

We are a registered 501c3

Tax ID: 27-3306176

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