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Meet Pudge 💛🐾 Pudge is the happiest little puppy you’ll ever meet! This sweet boy loves to romp and play with his foster siblings and is always ready for his next adventure. Whether he’s exploring, playing, or hanging out with his people, Pudge loves when he’s part of the action. He’s also quite the good boy! Pudge rides well in the car, sleeps soundly in his crate at night, and has a solid start on his house training. He’s very eager to learn, eager to please, and loves being with his person. Pudge’s start in life was heartbreaking. He and his littermates were found abandoned in a box in a park, and sadly, Pudge is the only puppy who survived. But you’d never know this little guy had such a rough beginning. Pudge has an incredibly happy spirit and so much love to give ❤️‍🩹 Because he’s still so young, Pudge’s ideal home is one where a parent is home more often than not. He’s a people-oriented puppy who thrives on companionship and would love to have someone by his side as he grows into the wonderful dog he’s meant to be. If you’re looking for a happy, playful, loving puppy who will be your little shadow and adventure buddy, Pudge may be your perfect match! 🐶

🧙‍♀️ Meet Ouija (or “Gigi” for short) from the Witching Hour Litter! 🔮 🐾✨ At just 10 weeks old, this spunky little girl is ready to cast a spell on your heart! Ouija is the definition of a fun-loving adventurer. She’s wonderfully curious about the world around her, full of spunky puppy energy, and absolutely loves being right near her people. Whether she’s following you around the house or hanging out with the big dogs like a total pro, Ouija is happiest when she’s part of the action. And for such a little spellcaster, she’s already mastered some impressive magic! Ouija is doing fantastic with her crate training and getting used to downtime in a structured routine. True to her witchy name, she even comes with a magical signature trait: double dewclaws on her back legs that are equal parts weird and enchanting! ✨🐾 As she grows into her full powers, we’re looking for a dedicated family who is excited to continue working with her on her ongoing socialization and training so she can become the best-mannered dog in the realm. Ouija has that perfect mix of playful curiosity, sweet affection, and a confident spirit that makes her an absolute joy to be around. The only thing missing from her magic potion? A family to call her own 🧡

It’s time for a 💫 PITTIE PAJAMA PARTY 💫! Join @hopeanimalrescue and @velvethippodurham and help us celebrate our favorite blocky headed dogs in honor of Pitbull Awareness Month! It’s sure to be a pittie good time 😉 Event details: 🗓️ Sunday, 10/25 ⏰ 12 - 3 PM 📍 @velvethippodurham rooftop bar - 119 Orange St Lots of fun things will be happening at the party, like…: 💫 MEET & GREET: meet the pittie pups (and lots of other foster pups) of @hopeanimalrescue ! 💫 COCKTAILS FOR A CAUSE: 10% of sales ALL. DAY. LONG. will be donated to @hopeanimalrescue 💫 LISA FRANK PHOTO BOOTH: @assortedpoppiesphoto’s most popular Photo Booth EVER is back! Come get your pup’s picture taken against the Lisa Frank-inspired backdrop 💫 SHOP: our fave candle maker @wicksforwags and our fave dog treat & chew maker @puppastry.co will be on site! 💫 RAFFLE: we may or may not have the best raffle items EVER up for grabs (you’ll just have to show up to find out…)! 💫 …and MORE!!! While this is a party celebrating pitties, all friendly pups are welcome - just don’t forget their PJs! We hope you’ll join us for the best (and honestly cutest - who doesn’t love dogs in PJs?!) pittie party ever 💕. Are you coming to the party 👀?! #pitbullawarenessmonth #pajamaparty #durhamnc #velvethippo #animalrescue

✨Meet the Witching Hour litter!✨ 6 little witches and warlocks, 9 weeks old, and FULL of magic and mischief! 👻 Prior to joining Hope last week these 5 girls + 1 boy were in the shelter since they were just 2 weeks old, but you’d never guess it from their spunky personalities and playful spirits! Aura 🔮 Brew 🧙 [adoption pending] Ray 💫 Jackie-O-Lantern 🎃 Ouija 🪄 Agatha 🧹 [adoption pending] Now, they’re ready to cast a spell on their forever families. Could one of these little cuties be your perfect match?

Say hello to Molly✨🩷 She is a quiet, gentle soul who learned early how to be still. She was just under 6 weeks old when she was surrendered and spent over a month at an animal shelter before coming into foster care. That beginning could have made her fearful or frantic. Instead it shaped a puppy who is sweet, watchful, and deeply content just to be close. What she wants most is to be snuggled—tucked against a chest, curled in a lap, or pressed along someone’s side. Her spirit is calm and loving, the kind that settles a room rather than filling it. Like any young puppy, Molly will benefit from continued socialization and play! In foster care she has lived with a cat, two small children, and two large pitties. Molly is ready for the life she should have had from the beginning: a soft place to land and someone who will let her stay close and bring her along for the adventure that is life 💞

UPDATE: Due to a high volume of applications we are not longer accepting more as we review! Thank you to those who applied ❤️ Meet Moose 🫎 This little scruff is approximately 3 months old and about 10 pounds! He’s working on “place” and somehow already seems to have “sit” and “down” figured out. Potty training is going wonderfully for his age, and he also knows how to use a pee pad. He settles nicely in his playpen for naps, loves squeaky toys and balls, and is extremely enthusiastic about mealtime. Outside, his favorite hobby is rolling around in the grass like he owns the yard. He’s curious and courageous, too—when he hears a big unfamiliar sound, he heads straight toward it to investigate rather than running away. He is fairly independent at the moment, though his foster is gently working on convincing him that laps are actually a very excellent place to be. If you’re looking for a sweet, scruffy, playful little sidekick with a brave heart and a big personality, this guy may be your perfect match. Apply today by visiting his profile at hopeanimals.org/adopt 📍 Durham NC

[No longer accepting applications as this sweet boy has been very popular! If you applied you should hear from us soon! Thank you 🩷] Meet Sarge 🤍🐾 Sarge is your typical goofy, playful Boxer puppy who is full of personality, curiosity, and puppy antics. He’s sweet, affectionate, and loves being around his people. He’s currently working hard on his house training and crate training and is making good progress. He’s also doing surprisingly well on a leash for such a young pup! Because Sarge is still a baby, he’ll need a family who understands the time, patience, and consistency that come with raising a puppy. His ideal home would have someone who is home more often than not and can give him plenty of companionship, attention, exercise, and guidance. He would also love a home with another friendly, playful dog to show him the ropes and keep him company. If you’re looking for a fun-loving, goofy little Boxer who will keep you laughing and fill your home with puppy energy, Sarge may be the perfect match! 🐶❤️

🎬 Now casting: Romeo for a forever family 🎬 9 months old • Male • Chocolate & White ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “A tour de force.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Unforgettable.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “That face deserves an award.” At only 9 months old, Romeo has already delivered the performance of a lifetime. With his striking chocolate-and-white coat and an expression capable of conveying profound disappointment without saying a word, Romeo doesn’t simply enter a room—he commands attention. Critics are raving: “He is judging nonstop, his gaze is piercing right through your soul, he is disappointed with whoever he is looking at, that’s the best pic ever I’ve seen in this game yet...” — Michael Nevermore Romeo’s signature stare has been described as haunting, powerful, and remarkably effective at making you reconsider every decision you’ve made since breakfast. But behind the serious leading-man expression is still a 9-month-old puppy with a whole life ahead of him. Romeo is ready to trade critical acclaim for something even better: a forever home, a family of his own, and a starring role in somebody’s life 🌟💫

🐾 Meet Molly Moo! 🐮✨ If you’re looking for a pup to bring endless joy and laughter into your home, Molly Moo is your gal! At just 8 weeks old, this sweet girl is guaranteed to keep you smiling all day long with her playful energy and curiosity. She is always eager to introduce herself and make new friends with humans and canines alike. Once she’s exhausted all of her toys, she’ll melt your heart as she curls right up into your arms for snuggles. She’s already showing off great habits, too—in the morning, she waits patiently in her crate until it’s time to go outside and frolic in the grass! Molly Moo is ready to find her forever family. Could she be the missing piece to yours? 💖

Being this cute of a foster puppy is exhausting, okay?! Meet Pudge 💙 At just 7 weeks old, this little 4lb guy has already been through more than any puppy should have to. Pudge and his littermates were abandoned in a park, and heartbreakingly, he was the only one who survived. When he arrived at the shelter, he was severely malnourished and underweight. But look at him now. Pudge is thriving in his foster home with @alm_heel growing stronger, gaining weight, showing off his big personality, and apparently taking his beauty sleep very seriously. This little survivor has so much life ahead of him, and we can’t wait to see him find the loving forever family he deserves. 📸 Photoshoot from our Bark to School event at @ajjaeats with @assortedpoppiesphoto ✨

Meet Hacky Sack 💞 5 Months Old | Female | Professional Heart Stealer Hacky Sack may have a silly name, but this little girl has one seriously inspiring story! While most puppies were busy perfecting their zoomies and causing adorable chaos, Hacky Sack was busy fighting pneumonia for TWO whole months. That’s a long time for such a little pup, but this tiny warrior wasn’t about to let a few stubborn germs ruin her puppyhood! Now she’s feeling better, and she’s ready to make up for lost time! With her gorgeous eyes, perfectly mismatched ears, adorable spotted nose, and irresistible puppy face, Hacky Sack is basically a walking advertisement for falling in love. She’s already conquered one big challenge. Now she’s ready for her next adventure: finding a forever family! After everything she’s been through, this sweet girl deserves a lifetime of love, belly rubs, cozy naps, and all the puppy adventures she missed out on. Apply today at hopeanimas.org/adopt 📸 @rose.anchor

Meet Chip 💫 Chip is a sweet boy with an adorable face and an even cuter heart-shaped nose. At just 9.6 pounds, he’s the perfect little companion who loves being close to his person and soaking up all the love he can get. Chip also enjoys the company of other dogs, making him a wonderful friend to both his humans and his canine companions. After being found as a stray, Chip is ready for the next part of his story. He’s an affectionate little guy who would love nothing more than a person or family to call his own. If you’re looking for a sweet little shadow, head to hopeanimals.org/adopt and visit his profile to apply 💞

Junie! 💕 This gorgeous 4-year-old pittie is equal parts adventure buddy, professional couch cuddler, and tug-of-war champion. She’s smart and eager to please. Junie spent 5 weeks in a board & train program with @proactivedogtraining earlier this year, and she continues to grow and learn. She’s come a long way and is feeling pretty darn ready for her forever home. Her résumé includes: 🐾 Long walks & nature adventures 🚗 Long car rides 🧸 Elite-level tug skills 🦴 Champion chewer 🛋️ Couch cuddling 🏠 Crate & potty trained Junie LOVES her people. She can be a little shy at first, but give her a minute and she’ll be asking for pets like you’ve known each other forever. And every morning, she has her priorities straight: forget the bathroom, she wants kisses and attention FIRST 🤭. Junie is smart, silly, affectionate, and ready to show someone what a great dog she is. Come meet this girl! 💗

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