Ruin Creek Animal Protection Society of Henderson, NC

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.

"I have found that when you are deeply troubled, the are things you get from the silent devoted companionship of a dog t...
01/21/2025

"I have found that when you are deeply troubled, the are things you get from the silent devoted companionship of a dog that you can get from no other source" -Doris Day

Check out Ruin Creek APS’s post.

Please consider gifting the items listed for the pets in need in our area. Items can be dropped off any time outside ou...
01/20/2025

Please consider gifting the items listed for the pets in need in our area. Items can be dropped off any time outside our office in the Donation Dog House. We greatly appreciate your generosity and support!

Today we're honoring Martin Luther King jr. Reflecting on his words and how we must speak up and stand for what's right!
01/20/2025

Today we're honoring Martin Luther King jr. Reflecting on his words and how we must speak up and stand for what's right!

Ruin Creek Animal Protection SocietyVance County, Henderson, NCNext Transport North: Wednesday, January 29th, 2025Contac...
01/20/2025

Ruin Creek Animal Protection Society
Vance County, Henderson, NC
Next Transport North: Wednesday, January 29th, 2025
Contact: Michelle at [email protected] or 252-572-2219
All Pets in Need: https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.8759113004159159&type=3

Vance County Animal Shelter has some OUTSTANDING PETS awaiting rescue/homes! The shelter needs SPACE ASAP, so please let us know who you can accept in your rescue quickly!

Below are the long-time residents of the shelters highlighted.
Click the link to see the full list that includes dogs, puppies, cats, and kittens in need: https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.8759113004159159&type=3

01/20/2025

🐾Bowser🐢

Bowser is such a lover boy. He was picked up by animal control as a stray. He's on the thin side and needs some groceries. Bowser will follow you anywhere. He likes to sniff around outside, but pops through your legs for loving when he's done smelling the smells.

Bowser is roughly a year old mixed breed. His heartworm test is pending and he is not neutered. He will be vaccinated and neutered upon adoption.

If you are interested in adopting Bowser, please contact the shelter at 252-492-3136 or email [email protected].

Curtis is full of scruff personality! This sweet guy is a 5yr old male, mixed breed, 18lbs, and HW-. His tender eyes sho...
01/20/2025

Curtis is full of scruff personality! This sweet guy is a 5yr old male, mixed breed, 18lbs, and HW-. His tender eyes show so much emotion! We just love Curtis! A little soap and some grooming will turn Curtis into a dashing gentleman. Please share!

We are a Rescue group that assists in networking and volunteering at the Vance Co. Animal Shelter. If you are a 501c3 rescue interested in pulling him/her, email us at [email protected]

Curtis is at the Vance County animal shelter. All adoptions are handled directly by the Vance County shelter. Applications can be found on the county website under Animal Services, completed applications should be emailed to [email protected]

Glacier is a very sweet female, 1yr old, Husky mix, HW-. She needs a little weight but this girlie will shine like a di...
01/20/2025

Glacier is a very sweet female, 1yr old, Husky mix, HW-. She needs a little weight but this girlie will shine like a diamond with a little TLC 💎. Help Glacier find her person by sharing.

We are a Rescue group that assists in networking and volunteering at the Vance Co. Animal Shelter. If you are a 501c3 rescue interested in pulling him/her, email us at [email protected]

Glacier is at the Vance County animal shelter. All adoptions are handled directly by the Vance County shelter. Applications can be found on the county website under Animal Services, completed applications should be emailed to [email protected]

Today is Betty White's birthday! Help us keep her legacy and love for animals going bysupporting animals. Betty spent he...
01/17/2025

Today is Betty White's birthday!
Help us keep her legacy and love for animals going by
supporting animals. Betty spent her life making a
difference for animals all over the world.

Supporters, please give a gift in Betty's honor to make
a difference in the lives of local animals right here in
Vance County. THANK YOU, AND WE APPRECIATE
EACH AND EVERY ONE OF YOU!!!

01/17/2025

❄️Glacier🩵

Glacier came to the shelter as a stray. She was found by a local person's who could not keep her. Glacier is shy and reserved at the shelter. Her kennel is her safe space.

Glacier is heartworm negative. She will be vaccinated and spayed upon adoption. Glacier has not shown her husky side at the shelter, but when she is comfortable in a home, we are sure she will be up to her husky antics.

If you are interested in adopting Glacier, please contact the shelter at 252-492-3136 or email [email protected].

01/17/2025

JUSTICE FOR YOSHI ⚖

Please share far and wide for Yoshi. 💓🐾

Please take time to read our 1st Quarter email.
01/16/2025

Please take time to read our 1st Quarter email.

Come see us!
01/16/2025

Come see us!

Shadow is still shy and bashful. She was brought in by officers after being trapped and the adjustment is scary for her....
01/16/2025

Shadow is still shy and bashful. She was brought in by officers after being trapped and the adjustment is scary for her. She around 1yr old, DSH, and Fiv/ Felv negative. Shadow needs a quiet place to acclimate so she can start coming out of her shell and feel safe. We know how sweet she is, she's waiting for someone else to see it and give her a forever home.

We are a Rescue group that assists in networking and volunteering at the Vance Co. Animal Shelter. If you are a 501c3 rescue interested in pulling him/her, email us at [email protected]

Shadow is at the Vance County animal shelter. All adoptions are handled directly by the Vance County shelter. Applications can be found on the county website under Animal Services, completed applications should be emailed to [email protected]

Buddy Boy is an absolute marshmallow 😍 This guy pulled one over on our teen volunteer forcing her to carry him! His face...
01/16/2025

Buddy Boy is an absolute marshmallow 😍 This guy pulled one over on our teen volunteer forcing her to carry him! His face says his mission was a success! Buddy Boy melted in the floor and enjoyed belly scratches AND a paw massage! The fella is mixed breed, 8 months old, 30lbs, and hw -. He has quickly become a favorite with his sweet mellow disposition. Some lucky person is going to get an incredible best friend with Buddy Boy.

We are a Rescue group that assists in networking and volunteering at the Vance Co. Animal Shelter. If you are a 501c3 rescue interested in pulling him/her, email us at [email protected]

Buddy Boy is at the Vance County animal shelter. All adoptions are handled directly by the Vance County shelter. Applications can be found on the county website under Animal Services, completed applications should be emailed to [email protected]

Update : Adopted,Boots is a little ROMEO! He has unlimited love to give💘. Boots is an 8 month old, neutered male, hw-, a...
01/16/2025

Update : Adopted

,Boots is a little ROMEO! He has unlimited love to give💘. Boots is an 8 month old, neutered male, hw-, and current on vaccines. He's got lots of puppy play in him and ability to learn new things. This lover boy is going to make an exceptional best friend.

We are a Rescue group that assists in networking and volunteering at the Vance Co. Animal Shelter. If you are a 501c3 rescue interested in pulling him/her, email us at [email protected]

Boots is at the Vance County animal shelter. All adoptions are handled directly by the Vance County shelter. Applications can be found on the county website under Animal Services, completed applications should be emailed to [email protected]

If this isn't an adorably irresistible face!? Cork is at Male, approximately 5 months old, up to date on vaccines, and ...
01/16/2025

If this isn't an adorably irresistible face!? Cork is at Male, approximately 5 months old, up to date on vaccines, and fiv/Felv Neg. This fella is so loving but also has that fun playful side. Make Cork your cupid this Valentines Day.

We are a Rescue group that assists in networking and volunteering at the Vance Co. Animal Shelter. If you are a 501c3 rescue interested in pulling him/her, email us at [email protected]

Cork is at the Vance County animal shelter. All adoptions are handled directly by the Vance County shelter. Applications can be found on the county website under Animal Services, completed applications should be emailed to [email protected]

Pearl is a big cuddly 12lbs+ 5yr old spayed female, vaccinated, and fiv/Felv-. Sadly she is looking for a new home. Pea...
01/16/2025

Pearl is a big cuddly 12lbs+ 5yr old spayed female, vaccinated, and fiv/Felv-. Sadly she is looking for a new home. Pearl is an indoor kitty and uses her litterbox. She's confused about the sudden change and loss of her home. She'd love to cuddle in your lap and know she's safe. Please share!

We are a Rescue group that assists in networking and volunteering at the Vance Co. Animal Shelter. If you are a 501c3 rescue interested in pulling him/her, email us at [email protected]

Pearl is at the Vance County animal shelter. All adoptions are handled directly by the Vance County shelter. Applications can be found on the county website under Animal Services, completed applications should be emailed to [email protected]

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Wednesday and Thursday 2 high priority dogs started their new life and got to say Goodbye to the shelter! We are so excited for them and grateful to the rescues that made this possible! THANK YOU!! ❤️ 🐾 Although not mentioned in the video we want to be sure this guy isn't left out. LeeRoy, who was adopted then surrendered, got his second second chance! Those soulful deep eyes, were sparkling Thursday morning when he got to leave with rescue.. but he wasn't alone 🥹 Ladybug 🐞 got to start her new life too. After tragically going into preterm labor and her babies stillborn, she was visibily shutting down. So I decided to get her out of the shelter and take her home to foster. Although she only stayed with my family 3 nights, she left spoiled rotten. Enjoyed a needed spa bath from my 14yr old daughter, constant scratches from two 10yr old boys, and nightly couch cuddles sandwiched between me and my supportive man. 💫Seriously, he deserves a shout out too for not only agreeing to all my "so babe there's this animal that needs a foster" calls but also being very involved and showing them lots of love and patience.💫 Ladybug and LeeRoy were quite adorable playing in the office, saying their farewells and showing their excitement before being loaded up to start their new journey! Lil Dude 😎 has been waiting since September to start his happily ever after. Wednesday Lil Dude showed off his GIGANTIC personality. His playful, bubbly, short Lil legs could not be resisted. Rescue came to look at a different dog that unfortunately wasn't going to workout. Instead of fixating on what wouldn't work I asked if she wanted to meet a cool Lil Dude. And he delivered 🙌 I'm gonna miss his high fives but it warms my soul to know his forever family will get to love this cutie! #rcapsrescue #VCASpets #AnimalRescueStories #SaveLadybug #shelterpets #happyendingstory #rescuedismyfavoritebreed #animalrescue #shelterpets #fosteringsaveslives #adoptashelterpet #adoptdo

Cute Babies all waiting at the Vance County Animal Shelter! 🐾💖 We are a Rescue group that assists in networking and volunteering at the Vance Co. Animal Shelter. If you are a 501c3 rescue interested in pulling him/her, email us at [email protected] These pets are at the Vance County animal shelter. All adoptions are handled directly by the Vance County shelter. Applications can be found on the county website under Animal Services, completed applications should be emailed to [email protected] #rcapsrescue #rcapsridetofreedom #rcapsspayandneuter #VCASpets #adoptashelterpet #sheltercatsrule #shelterdogsrock #shelterpets #homelesspetsnc #adoptdontshop #animalshelter #animalrescue #AnimalRescueStories

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🐾 we're looking for new rescue partners! please contact us! 🐾 [email protected]

⚠️ URGENT RUNNING OUT OF TIME ⏲️ This fella is ALL THAT & A BAG OF CHIPS Lil' Dude is a favorite, with his spunky personality, goofy ears, and playful high fives 🐾🙌 . He's ready to join in on ALL the activities, he's the perfect travel size, and adorable 😍 Please help Lil' Dude, his time is running out at the shelter! @RachelAbbottS #animalrescue #dogphotography #catphotography #dogs #fyp #dogsoftiktok #adoptdontshop #adoptashelterpet #shelterpets #homelesspetsnc #VCASpets #rcapsrescue #rcapsridetofreedom #rcapsspayandneuter #sheltercatsrule #humanity #christmaspets

It's Howliday Time at the Vance Co Animal Shelter! Check out these cute babies waiting for a home to ring in the new year! #adoptdontshop #adoptashelterpet #shelterpets #homelesspetsnc #VCASpets #rcapsrescue #rcapsridetofreedom #rcapsspayandneuter #dogsoffacebook #dogs #cats #catsoffacebook #catphotography #dogphotography #animalrescue

Visit us today from 2pm to 6pm to purchase your voucher for yourself or as a GIFT! This would make an amazing gift!

Please do not forget to get your voucher to spay or neuter your pet!

Surely this ferocious lover boy belongs to someone!! He sure knows how to get affection ❣️ sweetly yet aggressively demanding, sneaking kisses 💋 What an adorable little devil. Please share, someone is missing this big hunk of love! Noel is at the Vance Co Animal Shelter. #RCAPS #rcapsrescue #rcapsspayandneuter #rcapsridetofreedom #VCASpets #homelesspetsnc #sheltercatsrule #sheltercatsrule #AnimalRescueStories #shelterpets

Hissy Kittens just tug on my heart strings yall! 💖 When you're adding a new kitty/cat please remember what you see at the shelter is not always an accurate view of them in a home, they take time to decompress in any environment/lifestyle change, and when you put in just a tad more work/effort on an animal the reward is TENFOLD! *Disclaimer- I've worked in this field for nearly 10 years, not to mention being blessed with a unique childhood, and being raised around a variety of animals. Judging body language, behavior, and YES a little RISK or lack of common sense -so I've been told- determines if I feel comfortable going in with my hand. There are times I initially start with a stick cat toy, or cat gloves, or the empty sleeve to my sweatshirt. Please don't attempt to handle cats you do not know. Trust me, a feral cat has learned survival, they are savage in battle! #rcapsrescue #rcapsspayandneuter #rcapsridetofreedom #VCASpets #homelesspetsnc #sheltercatsrule #humanity #volunteering #cats #catsoffacebook #homewardbound #adoptdontshop #animalshelter #animalrescue #AnimalRescueStories

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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]