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Independent Animal Rescue, Inc

Animal rescue in Durham, NC

IAR started with one woman's big dreams, a bigger heart, and a very distinctive purple pickup truck that helped her rescue countless of unwanted, abused, and homeless Triangle pets. Originally founded in 1994, IAR earned an official 501(c)(3) status in 1995. We are governed by a Board of Directors, managed by elected officers, and introduced IAR’s first paid position, General Manager, in June 2021. This role will assist with elevating our collective compassion to new heights and strengthening IAR’s impact as a whole.

Our mission is to rescue and provide safe and responsible care for homeless, abandoned, and abused animals. We shall strive to help all animals in need through our service programs. We will serve our communities through promotion of spay/neuter for all companion animals, and the education of children and adults in humane care, respect and responsibility for animals on this earth.

Contact
Address
PO Box 14232
Durham, NC 27709
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Adoptable pets at Independent Animal Rescue, Inc

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

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 1 yr 11 mos
Durham, NC
We'll also keep you updated on Oden's adoption status with email updates.
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Oden

Domestic Shorthair

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

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 3 mos
Durham, NC
We'll also keep you updated on Carrot's adoption status with email updates.
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Carrot

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 5 mos
Durham, NC
We'll also keep you updated on Avocado's adoption status with email updates.
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Avocado

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 5 mos
Durham, NC
We'll also keep you updated on Sausage's adoption status with email updates.
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Sausage

Domestic Shorthair

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

Domestic Shorthair

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

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 2 mos
Durham, NC

Rescue FAQs

Independent Animal Rescue is an organization of volunteer foster homes, located primarily in the Raleigh/Durham/Chapel Hill area of North Carolina.

  • 1. Submit Application
  • 2. Meet the Pet
  • 3. Take the Pet Home

Additional adoption info

Adoption Requirements


  • You must be prepared to make a lifetime commitment to the animal.

  • You may not be an undergraduate student.

  • You must be a US citizen or green card holder.


Adoption Process

  • Fill out an adoption interest application HERE.

  • Our goal is finding lifelong, loving homes for our animals, so we try to find the best match between animal and adopter. We can help advise you on which animals to meet based on your situation.

  • You can meet some of our animals at our weekend adoption events, or we can arrange for a meeting in the foster home. If it’s a good match, the foster parent will come to visit your home in person. This is to make sure your home is safe and secure for a new companion animal.

  • Note: IAR makes every effort to please our adopters, but our first concern must be for the animal’s welfare. We reserve the right to deny any application.


Read about adoption fees at https://animalrescue.net/adoption-fees.

Adoption application

https://animalrescue.net/adoption-form

Pets at shelters & rescues near Independent Animal Rescue, Inc

All Creatures Rescue & Sanctuary

PO Box 1231,
Apex, NC 27539

Chatham Animal Rescue and Education

PO Box 610,
Pittsboro, NC 27312

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

Domestic Longhair

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

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Kitten
Wake Forest, NC
We'll also keep you updated on Alleghany (in foster)'s adoption status with email updates.
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Alleghany (in foster)

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 6 yrs 7 mos
Pittsboro, NC
We'll also keep you updated on Tux's adoption status with email updates.
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Tux

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, Young
Durham, NC
We'll also keep you updated on Sundae's adoption status with email updates.
Special Needs
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Sundae

Hound (Unknown Type)/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 12 yrs 3 mos
Raleigh, NC
We'll also keep you updated on Ink's adoption status with email updates.
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Ink

Labrador Retriever/Boxer

Male, Senior
Wake Forest, NC

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