Adopt a Australian Shepherd in North Carolina

Australian Shepherds are smart, work-oriented, and exuberant herding dogs. They end up in rescue when families can't provide enough physical and mental exercise. An adopted Aussie will thrive with an active owner who gives them a job to do.

North Carolina has one of the largest rescue dog populations in the country, with high-need rural shelters across the state. Active organizations in Charlotte, Raleigh, and Asheville partner with rescues nationwide for transport. A rescued North Carolina dog often comes from a high-volume rural shelter.