Ruin Creek Animal Protection Society of Henderson, NC

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Ruin Creek Animal Protection Society of Henderson, NC

RCAPS finds rescue placement for the animals at the Vance County Animal Shelter. PLEASE DONATE TO HELP THE HOMELESS ANIMALS OF VANCE COUNTY!

Please donate via PayPal: [email protected]

Email us at [email protected]

Any rescue not screened/approved as a rescue partner through RCAPS will not receive sponsorship funds. This includes going directly through the shelter to rescue an animal(s). These funds will be applied to vetting animals who do not have sponsorship. Animals adopted from the shelter, their sponsorship funds will also

be applied to other unsponsored dogs or cats in need. ALL POSTED ANIMALS ARE LOCATED AT THE VANCE COUNTY ANIMAL SHELTER.

11/10/2025

🐶 Meet Ghoulia — The Curious Sister with a Heart of Gold 🤍🤎

At 11 weeks old, Ghoulia is a gorgeous pit bull terrier mix with a soft white coat and big, beautiful patches of light brown. She came in with her sister Clawdeen, and just like her, she’s sweet, cuddly, and loves every bit of affection she can get. 💕

Ghoulia’s curiosity shines through — she’s the first to explore, sniff, and see what’s going on around her. With her soft fur and gentle personality, she’s ready to find a family who’ll love her as much as she’ll love them. 🏡🐾

Contact information for Adoption:
📍 Vance County Animal Shelter
📧 [email protected]
📞 252-492-3136

Contact information for 501(c)(3) Rescues:
📍Ruin Creek Animal Protection Society
📧 [email protected]
📞 252-572-2219

Donations:
Ruin Creek Office
165 US Hwy 158 Bypass
Henderson, NC 27537
[email protected] or 252-572-2219

Donation Options: Cash, Check, Card, PayPal, or Venmo
PAYPAL: [email protected]
VENMO: -AnimalProtectionSoci
Give Butter: https://givebutter.com/ruin-creek-animal-protection-society
Text RCAPS to 53-555

11/09/2025

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11/09/2025

🐾 Meet Clawdeen — The Sweet Sister with a Heart (and Coat) Full of Color 🤎✨

At just 11 weeks old, Clawdeen is already turning heads with her beautiful, soft coat — a lovely mix of warm brown shades that make her truly one-of-a-kind. She came in with her sister Ghoulia and like her, this precious pit bull terrier mix is as sweet as can be, with a gentle nature and soft eyes that melt your heart. 💕

She’s got a little spot on her tail that’s missing some fur right now, but it doesn’t slow her down one bit — she’s still all wiggles and love! Clawdeen is ready to grow up surrounded by care, cuddles, and the comfort of a forever home. 🏡🐶

Contact information for Adoption:
📍 Vance County Animal Shelter
📧 [email protected]
📞 252-492-3136

Contact information for 501(c)(3) Rescues:
📍Ruin Creek Animal Protection Society
📧 [email protected]
📞 252-572-2219

Donations:
Ruin Creek Office
165 US Hwy 158 Bypass
Henderson, NC 27537
[email protected] or 252-572-2219

Donation Options: Cash, Check, Card, PayPal, or Venmo
PAYPAL: [email protected]
VENMO: -AnimalProtectionSoci
Give Butter: https://givebutter.com/ruin-creek-animal-protection-society
Text RCAPS to 53-555

11/09/2025

🐾 BOGO CAT & KITTEN ADOPTION SPECIAL – Now through NOVEMBER 30th, 2025! 🐾
Looking to add some furry love to your life? 🐱 Now’s the purr-fect time!
Now through the entire month of November, when you adopt one cat or kitten from the Vance County Animal Shelter, Ruin Creek Animal Protection Society (RCAPS) has an incredible donor who will pay the adoption fee for your second cat or kitten! 😻
That’s right — adopt one, and your second adoption is FREE thanks to the generosity of a kind supporter who loves seeing our shelter cats find loving homes. ❤️
Already adopted your pair? We’d love to see them! 📸
👉 Share your adoption stories and photos and tag us at Creek Animal Protection Society so we can show our amazing donor the impact their gift is making for the cats (and their humans!) of Vance County.
Let’s get these cats and kittens home for the holidays! 🏡🎄
📍 Vance County Animal Shelter
📅 Now through end of November 2025!
💙 Sponsored by Ruin Creek Animal Protection Society

Adoption Contact:
Vance County Animal Shelter
[email protected] | 252-492-3136

Rescue Contact (501c3 only):
Ruin Creek Animal Protection Society
[email protected] | 252-572-2219

Donations:
Ruin Creek Office
165 US Hwy 158 Bypass
Henderson, NC 27537
[email protected] or 252-572-2219
Donation Options: Cash, Check, Card, PayPal, or Venmo
PAYPAL: [email protected]
VENMO: -AnimalProtectionSoci
Give Butter: https://givebutter.com/ruin-creek-animal-protection-society
Text RCAPS to 53-555

11/09/2025

🏆 Meet Champ — The Playful Pup with a Heart of Gold! 💛

At 3 years old, this handsome tan-and-brown Chow mix is living up to his name — Champ is a winner in every way! 🐾 His playful bark and happy energy make him the kind of dog who can light up any room (or yard!).

Champ loves to have fun, whether he’s playing with toys, enjoying a walk, or simply soaking up attention from his favorite people. With his loyal heart and joyful spirit, he’s ready to be the champion of someone’s forever home. 🏡✨

Contact information for Adoption:
📍 Vance County Animal Shelter
📧 [email protected]
📞 252-492-3136

Contact information for 501(c)(3) Rescues:
📍Ruin Creek Animal Protection Society
📧 [email protected]
📞 252-572-2219

Donations:
Ruin Creek Office
165 US Hwy 158 Bypass
Henderson, NC 27537
[email protected] or 252-572-2219

Donation Options: Cash, Check, Card, PayPal, or Venmo
PAYPAL: [email protected]
VENMO: -AnimalProtectionSoci
Give Butter: https://givebutter.com/ruin-creek-animal-protection-society
Text RCAPS to 53-555

11/09/2025

🌼 Meet Fannie: A Mama’s Heart, Ready for Her Own Chapter

A little over a year old, Fannie came to us with two puppies in tow—her love and patience were written in every gentle nuzzle and watchful glance. Now that her pups are grown and finding their own way, it’s Fannie’s turn to be cared for, cherished, and chosen.
She’s a quiet, loving girl with a calm presence and a heart full of grace. Whether she’s curled up beside you or quietly observing the world, Fannie radiates warmth and quiet strength. Her motherly instincts have shaped her into a dog who gives love freely and asks for little in return—just a soft place to land and someone to love her back.

Contact information for Adoption:
📍 Vance County Animal Shelter
📧 [email protected]
📞 252-492-3136

Contact information for 501(c)(3) Rescues:
📍Ruin Creek Animal Protection Society
📧 [email protected]
📞 252-572-2219

11/09/2025

Meet Toad 🧡

Toad is a 2-year-old stunner with a look—and personality—you won’t soon forget. With his perfect orange mustache, dark spots on a crisp white coat, and a deep brown tail to match, he’s a true work of art. But it’s his eyes that really steal the show—they seem to look straight into your soul.

This charming gentleman is as affectionate as they come, always ready to share his love (and his powerful purr) with anyone lucky enough to earn his attention. Toad prefers to be the star of the show, so a home where he can soak up all the love for himself would suit him best. Handsome, loving, and full of character—Toad is simply unforgettable. ✨🐾

Contact information for Adoption:
📍 Vance County Animal Shelter
📧 [email protected]
📞 252-492-3136

Contact information for 501(c)(3) Rescues:
📍Ruin Creek Animal Protection Society
📧 [email protected]
📞 252-572-2219

Donations:
Ruin Creek Office
165 US Hwy 158 Bypass
Henderson, NC 27537
[email protected] or 252-572-2219

Donation Options: Cash, Check, Card, PayPal, or Venmo
PAYPAL: [email protected]
VENMO: -AnimalProtectionSoci
Give Butter: https://givebutter.com/ruin-creek-animal-protection-society
Text RCAPS to 53-555

11/09/2025

Meet Landing ❤️

Landing is a 3-year-old stunner with a gorgeous red coat that turns heads everywhere he goes. But his looks are just the beginning—this love bug has a heart as big as his smile. He adores giving kisses and can’t wait for his turn to head outside and play. If you notice him giving you a little impatient stare, don’t worry—it just means he’s ready for the next adventure! Landing is eager to find a forever family who’ll love both his sweet snuggles and his playful spirit.

Contact information for Adoption:
📍 Vance County Animal Shelter
📧 [email protected]
📞 252-492-3136

Contact information for 501(c)(3) Rescues:
📍Ruin Creek Animal Protection Society
📧 [email protected]
📞 252-572-2219

Donations:
Ruin Creek Office
165 US Hwy 158 Bypass
Henderson, NC 27537
[email protected] or 252-572-2219

Donation Options: Cash, Check, Card, PayPal, or Venmo
PAYPAL: [email protected]
VENMO: -AnimalProtectionSoci
Give Butter: https://givebutter.com/ruin-creek-animal-protection-society
Text RCAPS to 53-555

11/08/2025

Meet Hunny Bun 🍯

Just like her name, Hunny Bun is as sweet as can be! This 1-year-old, 30-pound bundle of love is full of curiosity and charm. She adores treats (they’re definitely the way to her heart!) and approaches the world with a gentle, inquisitive spirit.

Hunny Bun loves to explore and will happily follow you around, hoping for a tasty snack or a little affection along the way. With her soft heart and curious eyes, she’s ready to bring warmth, love, and a touch of sweetness to her forever home.

Contact information for Adoption:
📍 Vance County Animal Shelter
📧 [email protected]
📞 252-492-3136

Contact information for 501(c)(3) Rescues:
📍Ruin Creek Animal Protection Society
📧 [email protected]
📞 252-572-2219

Donations:
Ruin Creek Office (open Monday through Thursday, 2 pm - 5 pm)
165 US Hwy 158 Bypass
Henderson, NC 27537
[email protected] or 252-572-2219

Donation Options: Cash, Check, Card, PayPal, or Venmo
PAYPAL: [email protected]
VENMO: -AnimalProtectionSoci
Give Butter: https://givebutter.com/ruin-creek-animal-protection-society
Text RCAPS to 53-555

11/08/2025

Meet Taz & Tito 🐾

Taz and Tito are 8-week-old brothers with matching curious eyes and soft, shy hearts. They may be a little hesitant at first, but once they feel safe, their gentle curiosity starts to shine through.

These two are learning that people mean love, chin scratches, and maybe even a few fun toys to chase. With patience, kindness, and a cozy place to call home, Taz and Tito will blossom into affectionate, playful companions who bring quiet joy and sweet purrs to your life. 🖤🐱

Contact information for Adoption:
📍 Vance County Animal Shelter
📧 [email protected]
📞 252-492-3136

Contact information for 501(c)(3) Rescues:
📍Ruin Creek Animal Protection Society
📧 [email protected]
📞 252-572-2219

Donations:
Ruin Creek Office
165 US Hwy 158 Bypass
Henderson, NC 27537
[email protected] or 252-572-2219

Donation Options: Cash, Check, Card, PayPal, or Venmo
PAYPAL: [email protected]
VENMO: -AnimalProtectionSoci
Give Butter: https://givebutter.com/ruin-creek-animal-protection-society
Text RCAPS to 53-555

11/08/2025

🦴 Meet Dingo – The Puppy With the Precious Ears! 🦴

Dingo is a 19-week-old pup weighing 34 lbs — and he’s growing into those absolutely adorable ears! 🐾💙

He can be a little shy at first (understandable with how loud the shelter can be), but once he warms up, you’ll see his sweet and gentle nature shine through. Dingo is still just a puppy and has so much love and life ahead of him — all he needs is a family to help him feel safe and cherished. 🏡✨

Contact information for Adoption:
📍 Vance County Animal Shelter
📧 [email protected]
📞 252-492-3136

Contact information for 501(c)(3) Rescues:
📍Ruin Creek Animal Protection Society
📧 [email protected]
📞 252-572-2219

Address

165 US Hwy 158 Bypass
Henderson, NC
27537

Website

http://rcaps.org/

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PLEASE DONATE TO HELP THE HOMELESS ANIMALS OF VANCE COUNTY AND SURROUNDING COUNTIES!

In 2010, over 3700 dogs and cats were impounded at the Vance County shelter, according to the 2010 Public Animal Shelter Report. Of those, 74 percent of the dogs and 93 percent of the cats were euthanized, either by gas chamber or by heart stick. Since RCAPS started working with the Vance County shelter in 2011, thousands dogs and cats have been saved. Now, close to 95 percent dogs and 70% of cats impounded at the shelter are adopted or rescued.

Ruin Creek operates with only a small group of volunteers and is funded almost entirely by donations from concerned animal lovers. We do our best, despite our limited funding, to save every animal impounded at the Vance County animal shelter. Among our other activities, we provide emergency medical care to animals who arrive at the shelter ill or injured, we advocate for the animals and connect them to rescue groups, and we arrange for the testing and health certificates needed to get them to rescue. Every Friday night our Freedom van, loaded by RCAPS volunteers, carries dozens of animals from kill shelters in Vance and surrounding counties to rescues between North Carolina and New York.

Ruin Creek Animal Protection Society of Henderson 165 US Hwy 158 Bypass Henderson, NC 27537 PLEASE DONATE VIA PAYPAL: [email protected] Email us at [email protected]