Adoptable Dogs and Puppies

Meet Thor! He is a 3 year old German Shepherd who needs patience and time. We do not know Thor's background, but we do know that he does well with women but is very unsure and vocal with unfamiliar men. It may take a few days to warm up to men, and while he is slow to trust, once he does he adores all the affection he can get. It took Thor three days to warm up to his foster dad. At first he would bark and growl from his crate, letting his foster dad know to back up and give him space. Once he figured out dad had treats and let him warm up at his own pace, he was won over. Thor is crate trained, knows basic commands and is treat motivated. His favorite thing in the world is chasing balls in the back yard. Thor is a sweet dog that needs an understanding and patient family that is willing to work with him and reassure him that he is safe. His perfect forever home is a one dog home with an experienced dog owner that is willing to put in the time to build his trust and understands the high energy nature of the German Shepherd breed. He will not do well with small children. He is fine with his 18 year old foster sister but did not interact well with the 15 year old girl, so a home with older children is a must as is a home without cats. Thor has some food allergies and will need special food. Thor's current foster family is willing to set up introduction meetings to help Thor trust his new family. We want Thor to have a smooth transition into his new forever home. If you think you can offer Thor the loving home he deserves, please reach out to us. Are you interested in adopting Thor or another JCAPL pet you have seen? You'll need to start by completing an adoption application, available online at our website: www.jcapl.org. There is no obligation to adopt by completing an application, however, we do recommend submitting an application as soon as you find an animal you are interested in. We review applications in the order they are received. Completed applications can be sent via email to adopt@jcapl.org , faxed to 919-300-5524 or delivered in person by visiting us at one of our adoption events on Saturdays at PetSmart in Garner (White Oak Shopping Center). We will contact you as soon as possible once we receive your application. Thanks for thinking adoption!

Gracie is a happy and friendly pup who is 9 years old and weighs 49 pounds. She was surrendered to a shelter in Georgia because her owners had to move to an apartment that does not allow dogs. She was pulled from there because she was confused, scared, and anxious in the shelter, away from the only home she had ever known and she would not eat or sleep there. She is incredibly sweet, and once she settles in she is goofy and butt-wiggly. She is a very easy-keeper, housebroken, good with kids (her foster owners have a toddler and a baby) and dogs (she lived with another dog in her previous home, and is staying with one now in her foster home), good on a leash, good off-leash, and comes when she is called! She LOVES attention and being told that she is a good girl. She is a happy girl and prances around when she is outside on walks. She is literally the most gentle treat-taker I have ever met. She loves to give kisses, but must have been trained not to lick faces because she will only lick your hands. Her previous owners reported that she is afraid of thunderstorms. And, she should not live with cats - she finds chasing them to be way too much fun. Gracie does not do well with transitions, so she really needs someone who is prepared to give this gal her forever home. Are you interested in adopting Gracie or another JCAPL pet you have seen? You'll need to start by completing an adoption application, available online at our website: www.jcapl.org. There is no obligation to adopt by completing an application, however, we do recommend submitting an application as soon as you find an animal you are interested in. We review applications in the order they are received. Completed applications can be sent via email to adopt@jcapl.org , faxed to 919-300-5524 or delivered in person by visiting us at one of our adoption events on Saturdays at PetSmart in Garner (White Oak Shopping Center). We will contact you as soon as possible once we receive your application. Thanks for thinking adoption!

Buster is a very good boy! He is 8 years young, and despite a sedentary beginning he has decided that running is fun, (but only for short periods of time). He loves his daily walks more than anything (well, expect food, and his people). Buster’s original owner was an older man who, sadly, had to move into a nursing home due to dementia. During this process, Buster was left in a boarding kennel for 5 long months. Eventually, the family decided that no one wanted to take in this sweet boy, so he is now single and looking for a long-term commitment. Before going to a home, Buster’s owner often forgot that he had already been fed, so Buster is currently on a weight loss program. He is down to approximately 80 pounds, but still has a few more to go. Fortunately, he loves walking and playing. Despite being an only dog for his entire life, Buster has realized that having dogs around if fun (as long as they don’t try to eat his food!) and is learning how to play for the first time. He has been around cats his entire life and doesn’t seem to mind them. He likes children when he meets them on the street but has never lived with kids in the home before. As an older fellow you don’t have to worry about potty accidents or inappropriate chewing. He loves to play but is also happy just settling down by your feet for a nap. This guy is a champ! He is polite and good on a leash. He is not currently being crated, but he is such a good boy that it hasn’t been necessary. Buster is now ready to start a new adventure with his new family. He is so deserving of a family of his own and will make an excellent companion. Do you have room in your home and heart for Buster? Are you interested in adopting Buster or another JCAPL pet you have seen? You'll need to start by completing an adoption application, available online at our website: www.jcapl.org. There is no obligation to adopt by completing an application, however, we do recommend submitting an application as soon as you find an animal you are interested in. We review applications in the order they are received. Completed applications can be sent via email to adopt@jcapl.org , faxed to 919-300-5524 or delivered in person by visiting us at one of our adoption events on Saturdays at PetSmart in Garner (White Oak Shopping Center). We will contact you as soon as possible once we receive your application. Thanks for thinking adoption!

Who is ready for a fun loving, ball chasing, happy 8 year old sweet girl? This is Jenni! She has had a rough life up until October when JCAPL took her under their care. She was 15 pounds underweight, lived on her own in the streets and didn’t know humans could be kind and loving. Fast forward to now, and she is the perfect house dog! Weighing in at a solid 70 pounds, she loves to please and doesn’t quite understand that she really isn’t a lap dog! She is crate and house trained and loves to play. She will play ball and she loves toys though she has never met a toy she can’t destroy. Benebones are her go to now as they will last and keep her entertained. She doesn’t understand how big or old she is and still acts like a puppy, full of playful energy! She is learning to walk on a leash so a no pull harness is a must, and she is still learning that counters are for human food not her food! She doesn’t like small dogs or cats so she will probably be best in a one dog family. Jenni has never met a stranger and loves to please with a high five for her favorite treat of wild weenies. She is a strong girl and may be too strong for toddlers until she learns more manners. She loves the song by Tommy Tutone, “Jenny, I got your number” and will spin around for you as she dances! Jenni is so deserving of a family who will love her. Do you have room in your home and heart for her? Are you interested in adopting Jenni or another JCAPL pet you have seen? You'll need to start by completing an adoption application, available online at our website: www.jcapl.org. There is no obligation to adopt by completing an application, however, we do recommend submitting an application as soon as you find an animal you are interested in. We review applications in the order they are received. Completed applications can be sent via email to adopt@jcapl.org , faxed to 919-300-5524 or delivered in person by visiting us at one of our adoption events on Saturdays at PetSmart in Garner (White Oak Shopping Center). We will contact you as soon as possible once we receive your application. Thanks for thinking adoption!