Marion, North Carolina 28752, United States
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Please fill out an application if interested in meeting any of our adoptable dogs.
We require that all adopted dogs be kept up to date on vaccines, flea and tick and heart worm prevention. We will check vet and personal references to ensure that our dogs are going into secure and loving homes. Our adoption fee is $250 for puppies, $150 for adult dogs and $65 for seniors 6 and older, with an approved application. Please fill out the application completely with contact info for your current vet, if you have pets, and your references.
lucy 6 year old Staffordshire Terrier mix
Meet Lucy – A Loyal Brindle Beauty Looking for Her Second Chance 🐾
Lucy is an 8-year-old Staffy mix with soulful eyes, a beautiful brindle coat, and a heart that just wants someone to love. She recently lost the only home she had ever known when her owner became ill and could no longer care for her. Since then, Lucy has been trying to adjust to a world that suddenly feels very different.
For much of her life, Lucy didn’t receive the medical care she needed. She lived with chronic untreated ear infections and a painful bladder mass that caused discomfort and incontinence. Thankfully, that chapter is now behind her. The mass has been successfully removed, her ears have been treated, and today Lucy is a healthy, loving dog who is ready to begin a new life.
Lucy is a true velcro dog who loves to follow her person from room to room, always wanting to be nearby. After losing her home and the person she loved, it’s clear that Lucy is still processing that loss. She’s having a hard time adjusting and will need a little time, patience, and reassurance to feel safe and secure again. Once she knows she belongs, Lucy becomes an incredibly loyal and affectionate companion who simply wants to be close to her people.
She has a lovely balance of energy. Lucy enjoys running and playing when the mood strikes, but she’s equally happy relaxing nearby or curling up for snuggles. She’s house-trained, walks nicely on a leash, and rides well in the car, making her an easy and enjoyable companion.
Lucy also has wonderful manners with others—she gets along well with dogs, cats, and children, which makes her a great fit for many types of families.
She can stay home alone without being destructive, though she may bark when left by herself, so a home rather than an apartment would likely be the best environment for her.
Lucy at a glance:
- 8 years old
- Brindle Staffy mix, about 52 lbs
- Spayed and up to date on vaccinations
- House-trained
- Walks well on leash and rides well in the car
- Gets along with dogs, cats, and kids
- Medium-low energy (about a 4/10)
- A loving velcro dog who likes to stay close to her person
- Loves food, snuggles, and being part of the family
Lucy is currently being fostered in Marion, NC, and we are eager to find her the loving, stable home she deserves. She has been through a lot—losing her home, her person, and living with untreated pain—but she has come through it with a gentle heart and so much love left to give.
What Lucy needs now is someone willing to give her a little time to feel safe again and the patience to help her heal. In return, she will give you the kind of quiet loyalty and companionship that only a dog like Lucy can offer. 💛🐶
Bella 2-3 year old lab mix
Eliza 8 years old aussie mix
Eliza 8 years old aussie mix
Meet Bella, the beautiful blonde bombshell who’s ready to fill your days with happiness and your nights with snuggles!
Bella’s Highlights:
🐾 2–3 years old
🐾 Sweet, affectionate personality
🐾 Great house manners
🐾 Playful, Lab puppy energy
🐾 Gets along well with other dogs (especially males)
🐾 Appears comfortable around cats
🐾 Could also thrive as the only dog
🐾 Loves attention and being close to her people
🐾 Beautiful blonde Lab mix
🐾 Ready to learn and eager to please
Bella is a sweet 2-3 year old Lab mix looking for her forever home.
Rescued from a hoarding situation last year, Bella is a dog with excellent house manners. Though she may be a little shy initially, she quickly warms up to show her affectionate and loving side.
Bella gets along well with other dogs, especially males, making her an ideal companion for your furry friend. She also appears to be comfortable around cats. However, she’d be just as happy being your one and only.
While Bella is great in the house, she really never got to experience being a loved pet dog and getting regular walks. She's a has lab puppy energy and she could use some leash work. She tends to get excited and does pull on the leash. But that is easily correctable with a little time and patience.
Bella is still full of lab puppy energy and will need lots of exercise. She weighs around 50 lbs. She will make a wonderful family dog or a faithful companion for an active person.
Bella is eager to find a family who will cherish her as much as she’ll cherish them. Adopt Bella, and you’ll discover just how much of a dream she truly is!
Eliza 8 years old aussie mix
Eliza 8 years old aussie mix
Eliza 8 years old aussie mix
Meet Eliza – A Loyal Heart That Deserves One True Home 🐾
Eliza is a 9-year-old Aussie mix whose life story has not been an easy one, yet through it all she has remained a deeply loving and devoted dog.
As a puppy, Eliza experienced abuse before eventually being adopted into a local home where she was cared for for most of her life. Unfortunately, she was allowed to roam freely in the neighborhood. As she grew older, Eliza began reacting to unfamiliar dogs passing near her property—likely trying to protect the home and family from a perceived threat. Instead of managing the situation by fencing the yard or transitioning her to supervised walks and a safer routine, her family chose to drop her off at the county shelter and take home a different dog. It's sickening, we know! To drop your 8 year old at the shelter and never look back because she became in "inconvenience"
For Eliza, the loss was devastating.
Since leaving the only family she knew, Eliza has been with our rescue for over a year. It’s clear that the experience deeply affected her. She forms strong attachments to her people and struggles when left alone. Eliza needs to be close to her humans and does best when she can stay with them throughout the day. If left unattended in a yard, her anxiety can lead to destructive behavior—she simply doesn’t want to be left behind again.
But behind that heartbreak is an incredibly loving dog.
Eliza is affectionate, loyal, and happiest when she’s near her people. She bonds deeply and thrives on companionship. What she needs now is a very special home—one with space, patience, and a family who understands that she wants to be part of their daily life.
Her ideal home would have land where she can safely roam with her people and a family who will include her in their routines rather than leaving her alone for long periods. Someone who sees her not as a problem to manage, but as a companion who has simply been let down before.
Eliza has so much love left to give. She just needs someone willing to give her the security she has never truly had.
Eliza at a glance:
- 9-year-old Australian Shepherd mix
- Deeply loyal and affectionate with her people
- Needs a home where she can stay close to her humans
- Best suited to a home with land and an experienced, patient owner
- Thrives when included in daily activities
- A devoted companion who forms strong bonds
After everything she has been through—abuse as a puppy, losing her home, and spending over a year waiting—our greatest hope is that Eliza will finally find the one thing she’s always deserved: a family that won’t give up on her.
We cannot bear the thought of Eliza spending the rest of her life in a kennel. Somewhere out there is the right person who will see her for the loving, loyal dog she truly is.
If you believe that could be you, please reach out.
Eliza is still waiting for her forever home. 💛🐶
Annie 3 or 4 Years old pit mix
olive 5 year old pit mix - currently at a baord and train
olive 5 year old pit mix - currently at a baord and train
Annie – A Sweet Soul Ready for Her Forever Home 🐾
Meet our beautiful girl, Annie!
This lovely lady is a gentle soul and truly one of the sweetest pups you’ll ever meet. Annie’s naturally cautious nature makes her a bit of a follower, and she often looks to her people or canine companions for reassurance. While she may be a little shy when meeting new people, she warms up quickly and soon reveals her affectionate, playful side. Annie has had her heart broken before, so she needs a little time to feel safe and trust again—but if you give her the space and patience she needs, you’ll be rewarded with the deep love and loyalty that only a pittie can give.
Annie also has a wonderfully silly streak that’s sure to brighten your days and bring plenty of laughter into your home. She absolutely loves hearing her name and greets you with an enthusiastic full-body wag every time you walk through the door.
She gets along well with other dogs and especially enjoys the company of puppies. Annie also appears to be comfortable around cats, making her a great fit for many different types of homes.
Annie enjoys leash walks and exploring the outdoors, and she’s a joy to take along on adventures. She loves car rides, peaceful walks in the woods, and soaking up the sunshine. At home, she’s just as happy relaxing nearby and being part of your daily life.
Annie is house trained, crate trained, and walks nicely on a leash, making her an easy and enjoyable companion to live with. She would do well in a home with other dogs, but she could also thrive as the only dog, soaking up all the love and attention from her people.
Annie’s Highlights:
🐾 Gentle, sweet personality
🐾 House trained and crate trained
🐾 Walks nicely on a leash and enjoys daily walks
🐾 Gets along well with other dogs
🐾 Appears comfortable around cats
🐾 Loves car rides and outdoor adventures
🐾 Medium energy – playful but also happy to relax
🐾 Greets her people with the happiest full-body wag
Annie is ready to find a loving home where she can finally feel safe, cherished, and part of a family. In return, she will reward you with loyalty, laughter, and endless affection.
olive 5 year old pit mix - currently at a baord and train
olive 5 year old pit mix - currently at a baord and train
olive 5 year old pit mix - currently at a baord and train
Meet Olive: A Sweet and Affectionate Companion
Olive is an incredibly loving girl who simply yearns to give and receive affection. She is very cuddly and enjoys snuggling up close. As a true velcro dog, she loves to follow you around the house. Highly motivated by food and eager to please, she quickly learns cues and is a great listener. We’ve been using a clicker for training, and her response has been fantastic!
At around 5 years old and weighing about 50 lbs, Olive spent most of her life being bred repeatedly before being abandoned when she was no longer useful. Now, it’s Olive’s turn to experience kindness, comfort, and love.
Leash Walking and Socialization
Olive walks well on a leash, occasionally getting a bit excited and pulling, but overall, she is a fantastic walker and enjoys exploring with her keen sense of smell. Initially, she was hesitant around passersby and other dogs during walks, but her confidence and trust are growing each day. We've noticed a remarkable change—she is now generally curious about people rather than displaying stiff body language. The combination of clicker training and treats has proven to be very effective.
Energy Level and Behavior
Olive has a moderate energy level. While she is playful and spirited, she does not require extensive daily exercise and appreciates her moments of rest and relaxation. She is a quiet girl—not a barker at all! She may bark when guests knock on the door, but once they enter, she greets them with a sniff and a wagging tail.
Olive enjoys playing with other dogs, although she shows a preference for male companions. We are unsure about her behavior around cats, and it would be best for her to be in a home with older children due to some food aggression and resource guarding tendencies. We suspect she didn't have a consistent source of food or experience kindness until recently.
Training and Crate Behavior
Olive is both potty and crate trained, excelling in her crate without displaying any destructive behavior at home—she hasn't chewed on pillows, shoes, furniture, or blankets if her foster home. She also travels well in the car!
Concerns
The only concern we have is Olive's resource guarding behavior around food and her humans with other dogs in her foster home. There have been a few instances of her showing aggression toward the dog in her current foster home, although no bites or serious fighting occurred. To ensure her well-being, she would do best as an only dog—at least for now.
Olive is currently spending a few weeks with a professional trainer to assess her behavior and see if we can facilitate modifications.
Olive has not had a happy life; it’s evident that food and attention were withheld from her during her time as a breeding dog. Her resource guarding behavior is understandable given her past. We are doing everything we can to help her find happiness. While she enjoys playing with other dogs and is friendly, she should be an only dog, and we wouldn't recommend a home with small children. However, she is a wonderful companion who will bring loyalty and love to someone very special.
Ideal Home
Olive's ideal home would be with a single individual or a couple she can bond with (she would make an A+++ companion) or a family with older children—she prefers to be the only dog.
She will require plenty of TLC, but that comes easily when she gazes at you with her loving eyes that could melt anyone’s heart. We just KNOW her family is out there.