Disclaimer: AWK News is an independent informational directory and is not sponsored by, affiliated with or endorsed by the organizations listed below unless specifically stated otherwise. Please contact each organization directly to verify current services, hours, intake policies, licensing and availability.
Please contact each organization before transporting or surrendering an animal. Intake policies, service areas, hours, licensing and available space can change. Wildlife rehabilitators may also be permitted to accept only certain species.
Second Chance Pet Adoptions — Raleigh
501(c)(3) Nonprofit
Yes
Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator
No
Address
6003 Chapel Hill Road, Suite 133
Raleigh, NC 27607
Phone
919-851-8404
Email
secondchance@secondchancenc.org
County
Wake County
Website:
Home Page | Second Chance Pet Adoptions
Emergency Hotline: No
Animals Helped:
Dogs
Cats
Puppies
Kittens
Services Provided:
Rescue
Foster care
Adoption
Veterinary care
Spay/neuter
Microchipping
Vaccinations
About:
Second Chance Pet Adoptions has served homeless cats and dogs since 1987. The organization focuses on healthy or treatable animals needing another opportunity for a permanent home. Pets receive necessary veterinary care before adoption, including age-appropriate vaccinations, microchipping, plus spay/neuter procedures. Foster homes provide temporary care for many animals.
Last Verified: September 26, 2026
SPCA of Wake County — Raleigh
501(c)(3) Nonprofit
Yes
Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator
No
Address
200 Petfinder Lane
Raleigh, NC 27603
Phone
919-772-2326
Email
adoptstaff@spcawake.org
County
Wake County
Website:
SPCA of Wake County – Raleigh Pet Adoption, Spay/Neuter Service
Emergency Hotline: No
Animals Helped:
Dogs
Cats
Rabbits
Guinea pigs
Hamsters
Gerbils
Mice
Rats
Services Provided:
Animal rescue
Sheltering
Adoption
Pet retention assistance
Community programs
Veterinary support
About:
SPCA of Wake County is an independent animal welfare organization founded in Raleigh in 1967. Its work serves homeless pets while providing community programs for people caring for animals. Dogs and cats make up much of the adoption program, though rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, gerbils, mice plus rats may also receive care.
Last Verified: September 26, 2026
Piedmont Animal Rescue — Mooresville
501(c)(3) Nonprofit
Yes
Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator
No
Address
228 East Waterlynn Road
Mooresville, NC 28117
Phone
704-228-1934
Email
No public email
County
Iredell County
Website:
Home – Piedmont Animal Rescue
Emergency Hotline: Yes – 24/7
Animals Helped:
Dogs
Cats
Rabbits
Hamsters
Other small companion animals
Services Provided:
Rescue
Foster care
Adoption
Animal transport
Small-animal placement
Spay/neuter assistance
Lost pet resources
About:
Piedmont Animal Rescue is a foster-based organization serving animals in the Mooresville area. Its programs primarily assist dogs and cats, with rabbits, hamsters plus other small pets also receiving help. Volunteers provide foster homes, transportation, adoption support and assistance with rescue operations. The organization currently lists both its main phone number and text line as available 24/7.
Last Verified: September 26, 2026
Outer Banks Wildlife Shelter — Newport
501(c)(3) Nonprofit
Yes
Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator
Yes
Address
100 Wildlife Way
Newport, NC 28570
Phone
252-240-1200
Email
owlssaves@gmail.com
County
Carteret County
Website:
Outer Banks Wildlife Shelter, Inc | wildlife rehabilitation
Emergency Hotline: Business Hours Only
Animals Helped:
Native birds
Native mammals
Reptiles
Orphaned wildlife
Injured wildlife
Services Provided:
Wildlife rehabilitation
Medical care
Orphan care
Species-specific rehabilitation
Wildlife release
Public education
About:
Outer Banks Wildlife Shelter, commonly known as OWLS, rehabilitates native wildlife from eastern North Carolina. The facility accepts injured, sick or orphaned animals requiring professional care. Releasable patients are prepared for return to their natural habitats. OWLS directs people with injured animals to call during business hours.
Last Verified: September 26, 2026
Carolina Raptor Center — Huntersville
501(c)(3) Nonprofit
Yes
Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator
Yes
Address
6000 Sample Road
Huntersville, NC 28078
Phone
704-875-6521
Raptor Hospital: Extension 125
Email
info@carolinaraptorcenter.org
County
Mecklenburg County
Website:
Home | Carolina Raptor Center
Emergency Hotline: Business Hours Only
Animals Helped:
Owls
Hawks
Falcons
Eagles
Vultures
Ospreys
Other birds of prey
Services Provided:
Raptor rehabilitation
Veterinary care
Orphan care
Flight conditioning
Release evaluation
Wildlife release
Conservation education
About:
Carolina Raptor Center specializes in birds of prey. Its Raptor Hospital treats hundreds of sick, injured or orphaned raptors each year. Rehabilitation can include medical treatment, orphan care, flight conditioning plus release evaluation. Suitable patients return to the wild once they can survive independently.
Last Verified: September 26, 2026
Carolina Waterfowl Rescue — Indian Trail
501(c)(3) Nonprofit
Yes
Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator
Yes
Address
5403 Poplin Road
Indian Trail, NC 28079
Phone
980-980-2473
Emergency Text Line: 704-286-6330
Email
No public email
County
Union County
Website:
Carolina Waterfowl Rescue
Emergency Hotline: Yes – 24/7
Animals Helped:
Waterfowl
Songbirds
Domestic birds
Other native birds
Farm animals
Services Provided:
Wildlife rehabilitation
Emergency wildlife assistance
Medical treatment
Orphan care
Domestic animal housing
Sanctuary care
Wildlife release
About:
Carolina Waterfowl Rescue operates a Wildlife Rehabilitation Clinic plus a Domestic Housing Program. The organization specializes in songbirds and waterfowl while also providing care for domestic animals that fit its programs. Injured or orphaned wildlife receives treatment with release as the primary goal whenever possible. An emergency text line is available for animals needing immediate assistance.
Last Verified: September 26, 2026
Piedmont Farm Animal Refuge — Pittsboro
501(c)(3) Nonprofit
Yes
Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator
No
Address
7236 NC Highway 87 North
Pittsboro, NC 27312
Phone
919-533-4013
Email
info@piedmontrefuge.org
County
Chatham County
Website:
Piedmont Farm Animal Refuge
Emergency Hotline: No
Animals Helped:
Cows
Goats
Sheep
Chickens
Turkeys
Ducks
Geese
Guinea fowl
Services Provided:
Farm animal rescue
Permanent sanctuary
Specialized animal care
Lifelong placement
Public education
Sanctuary programs
About:
Piedmont Farm Animal Refuge provides lifelong sanctuary for rescued farm animals. More than 100 residents live at the Pittsboro property, including cows, goats, sheep, chickens, turkeys, ducks, geese and guinea fowl. The organization does not rehabilitate wildlife or operate an adoption program. Animals accepted into the sanctuary receive permanent care.
Last Verified: September 26, 2026
Hope Reins — Raleigh
501(c)(3) Nonprofit
Yes
Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator
No
Address
8420 Wake Forest Highway
Raleigh, NC 27613
Phone
919-345-4914
Email
No public email
County
Wake County
Website:
Home – Hope Reins
Emergency Hotline: No
Animals Helped:
Rescued horses
Ponies
Other equines
Services Provided:
Horse rescue
Rehabilitation
Long-term care
Equine-assisted programs
Youth mentoring
About:
Hope Reins operates a 38-acre ranch centered around rescued horses. Many resident horses have histories involving abuse or neglect. The organization provides them with ongoing care while suitable horses participate in programs for children experiencing serious life challenges. Its model pairs a child with a rescued horse plus a trained mentor.
Last Verified: September 26, 2026
BeWild Reptile Rescue — Durham
501(c)(3) Nonprofit
Yes
Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator
No
Address
Durham, NC
Exact rescue facility address not publicly listed
Phone
919-442-8238
Email
info@bewildnc.org
County
Durham County
Website:
BeWild Reptile Rescue – 501(c)(3) Reptile Rescue in Durham, NC
Emergency Hotline: No
Animals Helped:
Pet reptiles
Amphibians
Invertebrates
Services Provided:
Owner surrender
Shelter transfers
Quarantine
Specialized medical care
Adoption
Reptile education
About:
BeWild Reptile Rescue is a volunteer-run organization specializing in displaced pet reptiles, amphibians and invertebrates. Animals may arrive through owner surrender, shelter transfer or after being found loose. New arrivals undergo a minimum 30-day quarantine before placement. Medical cases receive specialized veterinary treatment when necessary. BeWild does not rehabilitate injured native wildlife.
Last Verified: September 26, 2026
Saving Grace Animals for Adoption — Wake Forest
501(c)(3) Nonprofit
Yes
Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator
No
Address
13400 Old Creedmoor Road
Wake Forest, NC 27587
Phone
919-518-1180
Email
No public email
County
Wake County
Website:
Home – Saving Grace
Emergency Hotline: No
Animals Helped:
Dogs
Puppies
Services Provided:
Dog rescue
Adoption
Foster care
Veterinary care
Transport
Temporary hosting
Volunteer programs
About:
Saving Grace Animals for Adoption focuses on homeless dogs needing permanent placement. Many dogs enter the program through partnerships with animal shelters or other rescue sources. Each receives appropriate care before adoption. Foster families plus temporary hosts can provide additional support outside the main facility. The organization does not accept stray, abandoned or surrendered pets directly from the public at its Wake Forest property.
Last Verified: September 26, 2026