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Southern Tails for Precious Paws

Dog rescue in Charleston, SC

Southern Tails Rescue is a 501c3 nonprofit, supported by local community donations in order to ensure the physical and medical well-being of the dogs. We rely solely on the financial support of our donors’ generosity as well as any fundraisers we host, and the time and energy of our volunteers. We focus on rescuing dogs from rural shelters and streets in the surrounding areas of Charleston, South Carolina. We believe every paw has a tale.

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Charleston, SC 29455
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Adoptable pets at Southern Tails for Precious Paws

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O’Malley

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, Young
Charleston, SC
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Lily

Bulldog

Female, Adult
Charleston, SC
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Rowan

Great Pyrenees/Golden Retriever

Male, Young
Charleston, SC
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Mr. Pickles

Shih Tzu

Male, Adult
Charleston, SC
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Sally

Wirehaired Fox Terrier

Female, Adult
Charleston, SC
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Belle

Labrador Retriever

Female, Adult
Charleston, SC
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Charleston County

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

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https://airtable.com/shrSp2NA8cXOrmoNw

https://www.southerntailsforpreciouspaws.org

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