I left for North Carolina on Tuesday, June 24th and returned to Florida on Sunday, June 28th.  The weather was perfect, the food was great, and the people were friendly and helpful as all us North Carolinians can be. 

My first stop was the Humane Society of Eastern Carolina in Greenville where I met with Callie Clements.  She gave me a tour and discussed all the good stuff the shelter is doing to promote adoptions, spaying and neutering, and responsible pet ownership.  Here are some photos of my visit.

This little guy was being adopted later that day.  Way to go!

An outside covered area gives the pups more room to socialize and soak up the Carolina rays. 

Next stop was Fayetteville Animal Protection Society (FAPS) located in Fayetteville, NC.  When I arrived that afternoon it was your typical busy day with adoptions and owners seeking refuge for their pets that they can no longer keep. 

A cat room where the adult cats can roam and enjoy a stress-free environment. 

This beautiful guy is just waiting for that right person or family to snatch him up.  He may be big but he's as gentle as they come.

Pools are a must in the kennels.  The dogs enjoy soaking and splashing around in them.  These siblings are also waiting for their perfect family.

On to Hoke County Animal Shelter in Raeford, NC.  Carl Yonge gave me the grand tour of their new facility.  The new shelter just opened two weeks ago. 

New runs have been placed indoors to keep the dogs more comfortable. 

Some Lab mix puppies waiting for their furever home.  It's always amazing to me the incredible dogs that come to find temporary housing in shelters. 

Always opt to adopt and save a life! 

- Mary Bart Houston, Regional Director Shelter Outreach & Host of PetPoint Community