The Paws & People Initiative is a 501(c)(3) non-profit that was started with one goal in mind: to keep pets with their people. The work is hard and the road is long, but the more people join us, the easier it gets.

We’re so glad you’re here.

Welcome to our community!

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My pet and I are looking for…

training support
pet food
temporary placement
vet care

Upcoming Events

  • paws & people holiday party

    Sunday, December 13, 2026

    1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

    Details coming soon 👀

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We need your help! Not sure if you’re ready to foster? That’s okay! We have a ton of other ways to get involved. We’re looking for some folks to help build our capacity, and we’re hoping that’s you! If volunteering isn
Edit: Closed! Congratulations @circle_rescue 🥳 🎃Flash fall merch giveaway!🎃 We’re giving away one of our Pumpkin Cat or Dog sweatshirts plus a Paws & People t-shirt of your choice! To enter simply: 1- Make sure you’re followin
We’re SO excited for all the events we have planned for the rest of 2026. Here’s what we’re looking forward to: 10/3 falling for local at @dixpark from 11:00am - 6:00pm. We’ll have a tent, a raffle, and some free toys and tre
Our fall merch launches TOMORROW with an original hand drawn pumpkin design featuring one of our pittie’s ears. What color is your fav? See you tomorrow at pawsandpeoplenc.org/shop #raleighnc #nonprofitfundraising
Reunited! Bleu is back home with his mom after a couple of weeks in our care. When his guardian was experiencing a medical emergency, she had nowhere to send sweet Bleu. They were living out of her car, and a doctor suggested she let animal control t
Everyone say hi to our newest Foster for Reunification program participant! This cute little Frenchie is with us while his guardian is receiving medical treatment. We have loved taking care of him, but we’re even more excited for him to be reu