Heart of the Foothills Animal Rescue- Rutherford County, NC

Heart of the Foothills Animal Rescue- Rutherford County, NC Mission Statement:
Heart of the Foothills Animal Rescue is a place for new beginnings.
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We provide a safe haven for homeless pets while building a no kill community in Rutherford County, N.C.​

EIN #83-4357529

It was a lucky week for our sweet kitties as seven of them found their forever homes! Let’s hear it for Molly, Kitty Sof...
08/09/2026

It was a lucky week for our sweet kitties as seven of them found their forever homes! Let’s hear it for Molly, Kitty Softpaws, Gypsy, Kermit & Webby (adopted together), and Mugsy & Missy (adopted together) as they snuggle up to their new families! Thank you to our adopters and supporters - without you, we couldn’t do any of this! And let’s not forget those who work behind the scenes - our staff, volunteers, and foster parents who give their love and care to these babies until they find their forever homes.

We’ve got lots more babies needing a home. Check them out on our website at heartofthefoothills.org and who knows? Your heart may be stolen by one (or more) of those sweet little guys and gals! ❤️

Who needs their very own house panther??Midnight is our next featured pet for Clear The Shelter Month looking for a gene...
08/08/2026

Who needs their very own house panther??

Midnight is our next featured pet for Clear The Shelter Month looking for a generous donor to sponsor his adoption fee.

This handsome boy is about 2 years old, 12 pounds and has the shiniest black coat. He's neutered, microchipped, up to date on vaccines, on monthly prevention and has been tested for FIV/FLV. He's the total package, the only thing he doesn't have is a home of his own! Do you want to be Midnight's hero and sponsor his $50 adoption fee? Send us an email [email protected], call the rescue 828-287-7338 or stop by!

🌺 THE BOW WOW MEOW LUAU IS COMING NEXT WEEKEND! 🌴🐾August is Clear The Shelter Month and ​we’re on a mission to get as ma...
08/08/2026

🌺 THE BOW WOW MEOW LUAU IS COMING NEXT WEEKEND! 🌴🐾

August is Clear The Shelter Month and ​we’re on a mission to get as many pets adopted as possible—and we need your help to sponsor adoption fees!
​Covering an adoption fee helps our cats and dogs find their fur-ever families faster. Can you help us sponsor a pet for the event? If you are able, please reach out. 828-287-7338 or email [email protected].

Our first featured pet is the one and only Betty White. This sweet girl is 3 years old and all she wants is love. She wins the prize for BEST ears! Her favorite activity is giving hugs. She is high energy and would be great for an active family who can take her on walks or have a fenced yard. Betty White will make an excellent companion and is the perfect example of unconditional love. She is spayed, microchipped, up to date on vaccines and on monthly prevention. Her adoption fee is only $50! If you want to sponsor her, please let us know! Call, message, email or come by the rescue!



The past three weeks have been heavy, quiet, and incredibly busy for our team.During this short time, 24 cats, one adult...
08/03/2026

The past three weeks have been heavy, quiet, and incredibly busy for our team.

During this short time, 24 cats, one adult dog, and a mother dog with her puppy have come through our doors. Each of these gentle souls has survived the unknown—leaving behind fear, hardship, and uncertainty. Right now, they aren't asking for much—just safety, a warm place to rest, and the comfort of knowing they are finally secure.

We are doing everything we can for them, but we cannot do it alone.

How You Can Help
Adopt: If you have room in your heart and home to offer one of these animals the peaceful future they deserve, please submit an adoption request at heartofthefoothills.org/adopt.

Donate: Providing medical care, nourishment, and shelter for this many new arrivals can be difficult. If you are in a position to contribute, any amount helps directly support their care:

Website: heartofthefoothills.org/donate

PayPal: [email protected]

Venmo:

Share: If you cannot adopt or donate, please consider sharing this post. A simple share gives these animals a voice and brings them one step closer to the family meant for them.

Please note: Not all of our recent arrivals are pictured, as a few are already spoken for.

Every adoption creates space and saves two lives. To our community: thank you for standing by us through the difficult days and helping us give these precious animals the quiet comfort they have waited so long for.

Two of our adorable boy pups wagged their way into their new families’ hearts last week, and we are thrilled for Auggie ...
08/02/2026

Two of our adorable boy pups wagged their way into their new families’ hearts last week, and we are thrilled for Auggie and Grizz (a.k.a. Wesley) as they begin the next chapter of their lives. It’s always so gratifying to see our babies happily leaving and knowing that they will be loved and cherished forever. Thank you to those who adopt from us, and to our supporters who keep us going day in and day out. We are so grateful for all of you!

Check out our adoptable babies on our website at heartofthefoothills.org and maybe a sweet little one will steal your heart! ❤️

It was the week of the kitties as nine of our purring babies found their fur-ever homes! We are so excited for Ross, Dru...
07/26/2026

It was the week of the kitties as nine of our purring babies found their fur-ever homes! We are so excited for Ross, Dru & Vector (adopted together), Yuki, Louie, Mali & Suki (adopted together), Scout, and Rusty (a.k.a. Lily) as they begin the best chapter of their lives. Thank you to those who adopt from us, and to our supporters who keep us going 24/7 so that these babies can find their happy endings. We thank you from the bottom of our hearts.

We’ve got lots more sweet little ones who are waiting for their chance to find their home. Check them out on our website at www.heartofthefoothills.org/adopt. You might find one that’s just the right fit for your family! ❤️

Skoobie
07/25/2026

Skoobie


Eve
07/25/2026

Eve


Merlin
07/25/2026

Merlin

Address

380 U.S. 221 N
Rutherfordton, NC
28139

Opening Hours

Wednesday 11am - 5pm
Thursday 11am - 5pm
Friday 11am - 5pm
Saturday 11am - 5pm

Telephone

+18282877338

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