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Our Top Candidates
Name: Twiggy
Breed: Fox hound mix – female
Size: 35 lbs.
Age: Approx. DOB–1/12
Avail: ready for adoption
Info: I am a delightful little fox hound girl that is about 11-12 months old and about 35 pounds. Paws Place decided to name me Twiggy. That probably has to do with how skinny I was when I was found. I had been found starving on a dirt road. However, I am not skinny anymore! I am spayed, UTD on all my shots and H/W negative – yeah!!! I know that is good news. A quiet home with only adults would be good for me. I’m a gentle and playful young dog that would be a great addition to a family with a fenced yard and another dog. Come and visit me soon.
Name: Biscuit
Breed: German Shepherd/Lab mix – female
Size: 13 lbs. (est. 60-70 lbs at maturity)
Age: Approx. DOB– end of January, 2013
Avail: ready for adoption approx. end of April
Info: My name is Biscuit and I am Jazzy and Diesel’s sister. I’m a shepherd/lab female mix and I was born the end of January 2013. Even though I am shy, I am a happy puppy that loves to play with other dogs. As you can see in my picture, I like being in your lap. You would have to decide when I am grown up (about 60 lbs or so) if I would be too big for your lap. Paws Place thinks I would do well in a home with a well-adjusted medium size dog. A fenced in yard would be terrific. Then we could play together and have lots of fun. I will be ready to go to my new home by the end of April after I am spayed.
Name: Addy
Breed: Hound/Lab mix – female
Size: 20 lbs. (approx..60/65 lbs maturity)
Age: Approx. DOB– December 2012
Avail: ready for adoption after spaying
Info: I’m Addy. Aren’t I a real cutie pie! I was found by a kind lady who found me and a few litter mates in the road. She was unable to keep me and brought me to Paws Place. I get along with all the dogs. I like when I get to go to Meet & Greets because I get to go for car rides. I’m learning how to walk on a leash. I’m also a cuddler! I am UTD on all shots and ready to be with my forever family as soon as I have been spayed. If you think that I would be the perfect dog for your family, call Paws Place and tell them you are interested in me!
Name: Pepper
Breed: Aussie Shep/mix – female
Size: 35 lbs.
Age: Approx. D.O.B. Mar 2012
Avail: ready for adoption after spaying
Info: Hi, I’m Pepper. I got that name because of my coloring, black and brown. I was brought in to Paws Place when a volunteer spotted me wandering down the busy road. I am rather calm for a one year old and can be a real lovebug and I probably won’t get any bigger. I’ve tested positive for heartworm. My caretakers have started me on the protocol for treatment. Soon I will be spayed and then I will be ready for adoption. Will you help me have a better chance at a good life. I think I would do real well with a fenced yard and a nice family.
Name: Marco Polo
Breed: Lab/Pit mix – male
Size: 70 lbs.
Age: Approx. D.O.B. Jan 2009
Avail: ready for adoption
Info: I don’t know how long I was out and about on my own, but I sure feel lucky that I ended up here. I found my way to Paws Place because someone put an old collar on my neck that had Paws Place tags on it. When I arrived I was taken to the vet, given all my shots and then we found out that I am HW positive. I’ve been started on the protocol to treat me. I’m housebroken and a really good natured dog who loves people. If you give me a chance and come visit me at Paws Place, I know I will leave paw prints on your heart!
Name: Lucky (white) & Chance (black/white)
Breed: Hound/Pit mix – both male
Size: 8 lbs.
Age: Approx. D.O.B. Early April 2013
Avail: ready for adoption after neutering–Approx July
Info: We were brought to an event that Paws Place was attending a few weeks ago and our “owner” was trying to give us away to people. You can tell our thinking by our names. We feel very Lucky and that it was by Chance that we met up with PP. We’ve been given our first shots and we love frolicking in the grass and playing with toys. They say that I’m the easy going one (Lucky). Chance likes to be a little more assertive. We would love to be in a family home and maybe even have a fenced yard to play in. Come on out to play with us. We LOVE to give puppy kisses.
Name: Freckles
Breed: Beagle/Spaniel mix – female
Size: 23 lbs.
Age: Approx. DOB–4/2010
Avail: ready for adoption end of April
Info: My name is Freckles and I’m the new kid on the block. A Paws Place volunteer saw me dodging cars in the middle of the road. I was so grateful that she stopped for me that I ran right to her. I’ve been to the vet to get my shots and we learned that I am heartworm negative! Yeah! They also say that I am a female beagle/spaniel mix and I weigh about 24 lbs. As soon as I am spayed, I will be ready for adoption. That should be by the end of April. We don’t know how long I was out on my own, I get along with other dogs, but I really prefer people. If you are interested, come to Paws Place to see me.
Name: Dieter
Breed: Pure bred Dachsund – male
Size: 15 lbs.
Age: Approx. DOB–1/2012
Avail: ready for adoption
Info: I am a great dog and I have a loving personality. I’ve been to the vet recently, and I am healthy and UTD on all of my shots. The perfect family would have kids, a fenced in yard, but no other dogs. I’m just waiting for the perfect family to bring me home with them. Is that you? If you would like to come see me, please call for an appointment as I am living in a foster home.
Name: Diesel
Breed: German Shepherd/Lab mix – male
Size: 15 lbs. (est. 60 lbs at maturity)
Age: Approx. DOB–end of Jan/2013
Avail: End of April
Info: My name is Diesel and I am the smallest of the litter. I have 3 sisters so you can imagine what that is like with them. I tend to be a little shy and Paws Place thinks I would do well in a home with a well-adjusted medium size dog. Of course it would be great if they had a fenced in yard. Then we could play together and have lots of fun.
Name: Marnie
Breed: German Shepherd/Lab mix – female
Size: 13 lbs. (est. 60-70 lbs at maturity)
Age: Approx. DOB–end of Jan/2013
Avail: End of April
Info: I’m Marnie and Diesel is my “little” brother. I have 2 other sisters. Even though I am shy, I am a happy puppy that loves to play with other dogs. Paws Place thinks I would do well in a home with a well-adjusted medium size dog. A fenced in yard would be terrific. Then we could play together and have lots of fun.
Name: Rosebud
Breed: Beagle – female – spayed
Size: 25 lbs.
Age: Approx. DOB–11/11
Avail: ready for adoption
Info: I was dumped on a dirt road and left all alone. I don’t understand why. I’m very shy with people, but I REALLY like to be around other dogs. Maggie and I are best friends. She even lets me sit on her when we are at Meet and Greet. I need to have someone who has patience to work with me – I’m very young and I can learn. My friends here at Paws Place also think that it would be a good idea if I went to a home that already had a younger dog. This way I could learn by example. What do you say – is there room in your home for one more????
Name: Dolly L.
Breed: Beagle– female
Size: 35 lbs.
Age: Approx. DOB–11/2011
Avail: ready for adoption
Info: I can’t tell you how lucky I am. Some wonderful soul found me on a dirt road after I had delivered puppies. Unfortunately, the puppies died because I was in such poor condition. I also had a bad case of mastitis. I’m well on my way to recovery after weeks of good food and medication. Unfortunately, I have been diagnosed as H/W positive and I will need to be treated, which PP will take care of. As soon as I start my HW treatment, I will be ready for adoption. A loving home with a family and a fenced yard would be just the ticket the doctor ordered.
Name: Anabelle
Breed: Chihuahua–female–spayed
Size: 4 lbs.
Age: Approx. DOB–5/2012
Avail: ready for adoption
Info: I’m Annabelle and aren’t I as cute as a button! I am currently in a foster home and I am house broken and am also puppy pad trained. My new family could take me for walks on a leash because I really like to do that. I’m also a cuddler! I am UTD on all shots and ready to be with my forever family. Hopefully, that would be a quiet family that does not have children, but maybe another small dog that can show me the ropes. If you think I described you, please call to set up at an appointment to see me.
Name: Millie
Breed: Bull Dog/Boxer mix – female
Size: 25 lbs.
Age: Approx. DOB–4/12
Avail: ready for adoption after spaying (special needs puppy)
Info: Thank goodness for a volunteer from Paws Place. She heard me crying all of the time in a nearby apartment and recognized that I needed help. She was able to get me released to Paws Place and boy am I happy. They say I’m a special needs pup. I think that’s because I don’t hear so well and I have a deformed rear foot. But neither one of them stops me from being a loving pooch. I also get around okay. They are looking into seeing if something can be done about my leg. I am going to need someone extra special that will work with me . I am so excited to be here and to be around people who care and other dogs that like to play. I need a little time to get acclimated, but then I’ll be ready for my new home with that special someone! Come on out to Paws Place and visit me.
Name: Tessie
Breed: Plott Hound mix–female
Size: Approx. 30 lbs (underweight)
Age: Approx. March 2012
Avail: Ready for adoption
Info: I was found in Castle Hayne by some kind person. She knew I needed help and took me to the vet and had me checked out and then brought me to Paws Place. They say I am heartworm positive and they have started me on the protocol for treatment. If things go according to plan, when I am retested in 6 months I should be heartworm free! I am so grateful to have people take care of me and feed me. I just love the attention. I probably won’t be that big, maybe 45 – 50 lbs. That makes me the perfect size to play with kids. I wonder what it would be like to live in a home with nice people, a fenced in yard? – Can we find out?
Name: Maggie
Breed: Pitt Bull mix – female
Size: 28 lbs.
Age: Approx. DOB 8/12
Avail: Ready for adoption
Info: I am an owner surrender. I don’t think he really had time for me, because he didn’t spend any time training me and teaching me right from wrong – after all – I am a puppy and I do like to explore. I was kept outside, so Paws Place thinks that it would be a good idea for me to be crate trained, until I know the rules of the house. One of the first things you notice about me are my pretty green eyes. Then you notice that I am really quite calm for a puppy. I really enjoy playing with children. What do you think – can we play together??? Stop by Paws Place and let’s talk!
Name: Shelby
Breed: Blue Tick Hound mix – female – spayed
Age: Approx. DOB 2/2006
Size: Approx. 65 lbs.
Avail: Ready for adoption
Info: I was adopted from Paws Place more than 5 years ago. Everything was perfect and then something happened. I’m not sure what – and then my family brought me back and said they didn’t want me any more. I’m a hound mix, up to date on my shots and weigh about 65 lbs. I think I would like to be with an older couple who would take me for walks and maybe let me sleep on their bed. Do you think that’s you? Call Paws Place and ask to see Shelby.
Name: Sugar Pie
Breed: Blue Tick Hound mix – female – spayed
Age: Approx. DOB 2/2006
Size: Approx. 65 lbs.
Avail: Ready for adoption
Info: I was born here at Paws Place. When I was born they treated me like a princess. However, I’m noticing that there seems to be a lot of princesses here now. Anyway, back to when I was born. I was hand fed by volunteers, and I grew accustomed to being around people and being very loving and affectionate. I’ve had the occasion to be in someone’s home for a short time, but never for a long while. I wonder what that would be like. It sure would be kind of nice to get out of this heat and always be comfortable no matter what the weather. I know how to behave myself and not go to the bathroom in the house. I really love people. Come and visit me at Paws Place and see if we make a good match.
Name: John Boy
Breed: Hound mix – male – neutered
Age: Approx. DOB 2/2011
Size: 65 lbs.
Avail: Ready for adoption
Info: I was found on Oak Island by a nice man by the name of John. He brought me to animal control and then after a few days they brought me to Paws Place. I guess that’s how I got my name. Or maybe it’s after that guy on that old tv show I heard about. Once here I was taken to the vet for a check up and got all of my shots and they discovered I am heartworm positive. They started me on the protocol to treat it, but I may need further treatment. We’ll know after the next time I get tested. The people hear think that I am a smart, gentle soul – wise beyond my years?!? I know how to open the gate, so even if you have a fenced in yard, I probably shouldn’t be left unattended. I love people and dogs. What do you say – will you give me a chance? My address is Paw’s Place. Come and see me.
Name: Wesley– male – neutered
Breed: Corgi/Jack Russell mix
Age: Approx. DOB 5/2011
Size: Approx. 20 lbs.
Avail: Available for adoption
Info: I arrived at Paws Place from Pender County. I was taken by Animal Control from a person they call a hoarder. These people at Paws Place are treating me nicely. They took me to the vet and got me all of my shots and the vet told them I was heartworm negative. I think that is a good thing! They say that I am very shy, but if I am with my kennel mates I can act really tough. This is all new to me, but if you give me a chance I know that I will make a good pet for a family! Wesley would do best in a home without young children.
Name: Joker– male – neutered (Quincy behind Joker)
Breed: Beagle/Jack Russell–male
Age: DOB 6/2009
Size: Approx. 20 lbs.
Avail: Available for adoption
Info: I arrived at Paws Place from Pender County. They tell me the way I was living with 30 or more other dogs was not normal, who knew?!? It’s taking me some time to get used to having less dogs really close by, but I’m starting to like it here. First of all, I had this problem with my eye – it was called cherry eye. I was taken to a vet and I had surgery. Unfortunately, it has come back and I need to have another surgery. I’m told that it happens sometimes. I act like a tough guy when I have other dogs around, but when I’m by myself, like at adoption day, I am so frightened, I don’t move. I am now in a kennel with special needs puppies and I really feel special – kind of like an older brother. They think that I would do well in a home with a calm, smaller dog. I’m going to need someone that is going to show me a lot of kindness and love and be very patient with me. Joker would do best in a home without young children.
Name: Casper– male – neutered
Breed: Corgi/Jack Russell mix
Age: Approx. DOB 2/2011
Size: Approx. 20-25 lbs.
Avail: Available for adoption
Info: I arrived at Paws Place from Pender County. I was taken by Animal Control from a person they call a hoarder. These people at Paws Place are treating me nicely. They took me to the vet and got me all of my shots and the vet told them I was heartworm positive. Paws Place put me on a protocol for my heartworms and then I need to be retested in 6 months. They say that I am very shy, but if I am with my kennel mates I can act really tough. You can see that I like to be close to my siblings. This is all new to me, but if you give me a chance I know that I will make a good pet for a family! Casper would do best in a home without young children.
Name: Drake
Breed: Lab/Greyhound mix, male, neutered, heartworm negative
Age: DOB–5/2010
Size: Approx. 50 lbs.
Avail: Available for adoption
Info: My owner went off to college and left me with his mother. Then the mother decided she couldn’t keep me and she was going to bring me to the pound, but she brought me to Paws Place instead. At first I was very frightened. They have given me medical treatment (they tell me I have luxating patellas – my knee caps float) I was very skinny so they gave me lots of good food and I would put on weight. I am starting to play with a friend at playtime and feel happier. I still miss my male human and would love it if another one would come and bring me home with him. But he would have to be patient with me, as I frighten easily.
Name: Wheelie
Breed: Walker hound mix – male – neutered
Age: Approx. DOB 4/2006
Size: Approx. 65 lbs.
Avail: Ready for adoption
Info: When Wheelie was found he was shot in the knee. He is fully recovered, but still has some pellets in his leg. This does not stop him as he loves to run and play with the other dogs. Wheelie has recently been dealt another blow – he has a tumor on his eye and he will need surgery. In spite of this, he still has a zest for life and just loves being with with people. He deserves a chance to be in a loving home.
Name: Freddie
Breed: Red Tick Hound Mix – male – neutered
Age: DOB 1/2008
Size: Approx. 45 lbs.
Avail: Ready for adoption
Info: Brothers Freddie & Mac have both been at the shelter since they were puppies. They enjoy coming to adoption days and getting to meet new people, but it can be a little scary for them because they are very shy.
Name: Mac
Breed: Red Tick Hound Mix – male – neutered
Age: DOB 1/2008
Size: Approx. 45 lbs.
Avail: Ready for adoption
Info: Brothers Freddie & Mac have both been at the shelter since they were puppies. They enjoy coming to adoption days and getting to meet new people, but it can be a little scary for them because they are very shy.
Name: Laurel – female – spayed
Breed: Corgi/Jack Russel/Chihuahua mix
Age: Approx. DOB 6/2008
Size: Approx. 23 lbs.
Avail: Ready for adoption
Info: Wow – I came to Paws Place through Pender Co. Animal Control. They say they rescued me from a hoarder (he had lots of dogs in one place). They treat me real nice here and I like that they kept some of us together because that is what I am used to. When I first arrived I was diagnosed with heartworms. Paws Place arranged for treatment of the heartworms and I have done very well. I would really like to have a chance to live in a real home. Probably someone who has another small gentle dog that would show me the ropes would be good.
Name: Holly
Breed: Hound mix – female – spayed
Age: Approx. DOB 9/2009
Size: Approx. 55 lbs.
Avail: Ready for adoption
Info: Hi – my name is Holly. I was rescued on Christmas Eve more than a year ago from the highway. The vets think that I was born in the fall of 2009. I’m a hound mix that weighs about 50 lbs and I’ve been spayed. I’m also UTD on all of my shots and am heartworm negative. You can see that I am special because I have one blue eye and one brown eye. I like to be in charge of all the toys, food, treats – you name it. Buddy is the only one that puts up with my being a princess, so some of the dogs don’t like to play with me. I’m learning to walk nicely on a leash. A quiet home where someone is willing to take the time to work with me and see that I really am a very good dog. I can frighten very easily so a good fenced in yard would be ideal for me. I’d like to be able to show how much I would appreciate having someone that really cares about me. Please give me a chance and come visit me at Paws Place. They are open EVERY day from 9 a.m. until noon.
Name: Penny
Breed: Aussie Shepherd/Border Collie Mix – female
Age: Approx. DOB 3/2011
Size: Approx. 35 lbs.
Avail: Ready for adoption
Info: I am a very active, fun loving dog. I would probably make a good running companion. I have lots of energy. You may think that would be good with kids, but I find that I relate to adults better. I know how to behave in the house. I’m up to date on all of my shots and I’ve been spayed too. It would really be great to be adopted by an active person and maybe has a big fenced yard. I know that perfect someone is out there waiting for me!
Name: Valentine
Breed: Hound mix – female
Age: Approx. DOB 1/2011
Size: Approx. 35 lbs.
Avail: Ready for adoption
Info: On Valentine’s Day this lady found me frightened all alone by the railroad tracks. She brought me to Paws Place and that’s how I got my name. (I guess it must be hard sometimes coming up with new names). I’m learning how to walk on a leash and am getting used to people. Buddy is my best friend and “roommate”. We get along real well. I would probably get along with another dog – I’m more than willing to try to find out. Do you have room in your heart for an early “Valentine?”
Name: Baby Blue
Breed: Pure bred long haired Chihuahua
Size: Small, approx. 8 lbs.
Age: Approx. DOB 1/2003
Avail: Ready for adoption
Info: My owner got sick and couldn’t take care of me anymore. That’s how I ended up at Paws Place. I’m living in a nice foster home that has several other Chihuahuas and I get along with them. They have these funny looking animals, I think they are called ferrets. They are okay too. I suppose if I get along with them, I’d probably be okay with a cat too! The people at Paws Place noticed that I seemed to be in some pain and favoring my hind legs. The vet thinks that it’s my ACL, but they think I can get by without surgery. A nice quiet home and someone that will love me being a lap dog would be terrific. You know, a more senior person like me – us seniors need to stick together! Do you know anyone that fits that description????? If you think you do, please have them contact Paws Place. I want to have my own special someone.
Name: Lilly
Breed: Dalmation/Spaniel mix – female – spayed
Age: Approx. DOB–7/04
Size: Approx. 55 lbs.
Avail: Ready for adoption
Info: Another holiday coming up and I’m still here at Paws Place. I don’t understand it. My owner got very sick and she couldn’t take care of me anymore. That’s how I arrived at Paws Place. They think I’m a spaniel/dalmation mix, spayed, about 55 lbs and up to date on all of my shots, AND I’m heartworm negative. I’m very affectionate and I can be very playful. When they take me out to adoption events, they like to make me look cool, like putting on sunglasses or sitting in a beach chair. I really like doing that. I know where I’m supposed to use the toilet (outside). I really just want to be with people. I have lots of love to give – won’t you give an “ol girl” the chance to be in a home again???? You can come out to see me any day because Paws Place is open every day from 9:00 a.m – noon.
Name: Tybee
Breed: Shepherd/lab mix – female – spayed
Age: Approx. DOB 2/2005
Size: Approx. 55 lbs.
Avail: Ready for adoption
Info: I don’t remember most of my early life because I was always chained up. It’s so much better here because I get lots of attention and they even fixed my leg. I sure would like to go to a home that could give me lots and lots of attention.
Paw’s Place charges a dog adoption fee of $150.00.
These fees help to defray the costs of food, shelter, heartworm treatment, flea and tapeworm control, medical care and spay/neuter for the animals.
100% of the adoption fees are used for the benefit of the animals.
We require a Pre-Adoption Application (in PDF format) to be submitted for the adoption of each of our animals. Responsible party adopting the animal just needs to print and complete the form and call us for an appointment.
Courtesy Listings
Courtesy listings are pets that are available for adoption through private individuals. These dogs are not at Paws Place, and we cannot assume any responsibility for the breed, temperment or health of the animals. We have agreed to list these animals on our website to assist the kind people who have rescued them in finding forever homes. If you are interested in adopting any dogs listed here, please contact the individuals directly.
Jake is a seven-year old neutered, Chocolate Lab/Springer Spaniel mix.
He loves to go for walks, rides, play tug, and run in his yard. He is in need of a new home ASAP. His elderly owner died of cancer. Jake is loving and protective. He would be a great companion for a single female or an older gentleman. I have been Jake’s dogwalker for almost 4 years. Please contact Cindy Bright (Einstein’s Dog-Sitting Service, LLC) at 843-457-0893. Thank you.
