Lee Shore is a collective of women with a shared passion for animals. The rescue was founded in 2017 by Paulina Putnam and Alison Shanahan, who had each worked in rescue for a number of years and recognized a need for a rescue that served animals who couldn't be adopted right away. These animals were pregnant, too young, or in need of physical or psychological rehabilitation. Both Paulina and Alison had her own unique talents. Paulina had successfully rehabilitated many dogs when others had pronounced the case impossible. Alison had a passion for the mothers and babies.

They started Lee Shore with these distinct goals in mind: to bring in those rehab, maternity, and pediatric cases who aren't ready for adoption now, but who can be made ready for life as a companion with the right care.

​This remains our mission. In the years since our founding, we have established 501(c)(3) status, opened a physical shelter licensed by the NC State Veterinary Office, and gained the trust and partnership of our local animal control. Most importantly to us, we have saved over four hundred animals, and we hope to continue to grow and fight for the voiceless.


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