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Perfectly Imperfect Pups Dog rescue in Raleigh, NC

PIPs Rescue specializes in caring for dogs with elevated medical and special needs; however, we embrace inclusivity and welcome all dogs into the rescue. Our dogs with special needs or medical needs are indicated on their profile and makes up about 30% of all our dogs.
PIPs dreams of a world where imperfection is perfection, ensuring that every dog receives the love they deserve. The vision relies on the support of adopters, fosters, volunteers and donors.

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Raleigh, NC 27614
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Adoptable pets at Perfectly Imperfect Pups

We'll also keep you updated on Willie Jack's adoption status with email updates.
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Willie Jack

German Shepherd Dog

Male, 1 yr 3 mos
Raleigh, NC
We'll also keep you updated on Sid's adoption status with email updates.
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Sid

American Staffordshire Terrier

Male, 1 yr 4 mos
Raleigh, NC
We'll also keep you updated on Emilio Estevez's adoption status with email updates.
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Emilio Estevez

Pit Bull Terrier/American Staffordshire Terrier

Male, 3 mos
Raleigh, NC
We'll also keep you updated on Healy's adoption status with email updates.
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Healy

Boxer/American Staffordshire Terrier

Male, 3 mos
Raleigh, NC
We'll also keep you updated on Hagen's adoption status with email updates.
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Hagen

Australian Shepherd

Male, 8 mos
Raleigh, NC
We'll also keep you updated on Timmy's adoption status with email updates.
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Timmy

German Shepherd Dog/American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 7 mos
Raleigh, NC
We'll also keep you updated on Poppy's adoption status with email updates.
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Poppy

Miniature Poodle

Female, 8 mos
Raleigh, NC
We'll also keep you updated on Roger's adoption status with email updates.
Special Needs
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Roger

American Staffordshire Terrier/American Bulldog

Male, 3 yrs 1 mo
Raleigh, NC

Rescue FAQs

North Carolina and surrounding areas

  • 1. Submit Application
  • 2. Approve Application
  • 3. Meet the Pet
  • 4. Pay Fee
  • 5. Sign Adoption Contract
  • 6. Take the Pet Home

Additional adoption info

More abut our adoption process at http://pipsrescue.org/adoption-faq/

Adoption application

https://pipsrescue.org/adoptable-pips/

Pets at shelters & rescues near Perfectly Imperfect Pups

Franklin County Animal Control

351 T. Kemp Road,
Louisburg, NC 27549

Operation Underdog- NC

Durham, NC 27703

We'll also keep you updated on Star's adoption status with email updates.
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Star

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 4 mos
Youngsville, NC
We'll also keep you updated on ZELDA's adoption status with email updates.
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ZELDA

Domestic Mediumhair

Female, 2 yrs 1 mo
Raleigh, NC
We'll also keep you updated on ABEL ★ Available NOW - ADOPTION or RESCUE!'s adoption status with email updates.
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ABEL ★ Available NOW - ADOPTION or RESCUE!

Mixed Breed (Medium)/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 1 yr
Nashville, NC
We'll also keep you updated on Apollo's adoption status with email updates.
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Apollo

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 1 yr 4 mos
Cary, NC
We'll also keep you updated on DIXIE's adoption status with email updates.
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DIXIE

Labrador Retriever

Female, 3 yrs 9 mos
Burlington, NC
We'll also keep you updated on Nami's adoption status with email updates.
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Nami

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 4 mos
Cary, NC

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