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Paws on the Run:
24th Annual 5K & 1-Mile Dog Walk
October 3rd, 2026

If you love running, love animals, love both, or simply want to support our cause, please consider becoming one of our pawesome 2026 5K sponsors. There's still time!

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Thank You to our 24th annual Paws on the Run 5K & 1-Mile Dog Walk Sponsors!

These sponsors are doing more than putting their names on an event—they are investing in the lives of animals in our community. Their support helps Paws for Life NC provide rescue, medical care, food, spay/neuter services, foster care, and second chances to dogs and cats in need.

We invite you to show these amazing businesses some love and support the businesses that support rescue! When you shop with, dine at, or use the services of our sponsors, be sure to let them know you appreciate their commitment to helping local animals.

Every sponsorship makes a difference, and we are especially thankful for the businesses that choose to stand alongside us in this mission.

Please join us in thanking our 2026 Paws on the Run sponsors—and return the favor by supporting them whenever you can!

Your business. Their support. Our community. More lives saved.

We couldn’t do it without them—and we couldn’t do it without you!

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Barks, Mews and Wagging Tails

The Importance of Microchipping Your Pet

Every year, thousands of lost and abandoned animals find their way into shelters and rescues. Sadly, many of these animals never return home simply because they can't be identified. Fortunately, there is a solution: microchipping! While collar tags can break or become unreadable, and tattoos can fade, microchipping your pet is the only truly permanent method of identification. This tiny device holds the information necessary to reunite you with your furry friend if they ever

Let's talk about Pet Insurance

Why get pet insurance? Veterinary care can be costly. Pet insurance helps cover unexpected expenses and can make difference in whether or not you can provide your beloved pet with veterinary care when they need it most. Pet insurance can contribute to making the choice to adopt a pet an easier decision, knowing that your pet's health needs will be easier to manage, financially speaking. However, if you are disciplined enough to set aside a portion of your savings for your pet

Happy Tails!!

Here are the 38 cats, dogs, kittens and puppies that were adopted in July 2026. We are a foster-based, 100% volunteer-run rescue, and because of the incredible kindness of our fosters—who open both their hearts and their homes—these precious faces had a safe, loving place to land while they waited to be adopted. WE NEED FOSTERS! Cat fosters. Dog fosters. We provide everything you need—you provide a safe, loving home until they’re adopted. Open your door. Save a life. ...