Meet Charleston.

Spring Lake, NC · 1 year 2 months · Bluetick Coonhound (short coat)

Listed since Sep 11, 2026. Listing dates do not establish shelter intake or continuous availability.

First seen by Goodmorph Oct 30, 2026.

Rescue last updated: Sep 12, 2026

In the shelter’s words

Charleston is a 1 year old, 42 lb Bluetick Hound mix with a tender heart, a timid spirit, and a sweetness that shines brighter every day! Quick Facts: Name: Charleston Breed: Bluetick Hound mix Age: 1 year old Weight: 42 lbs. House-Trained: Working on it! Crate-Trained: No Good with Dogs: Yes (needs another dog in his forever home!) Good with Cats: No (will chase them) Good with Kids: Not tested (open to meeting calm children who will go at his pace) Energy Level: Medium Fence Required: Yes (since he is a hound and not yet totally leash trained) Dog's Location: Roxboro, NC About Charleston’s Breed: Our best guess is that Charleston is a Bluetick Hound mixed breed. Bluetick Hounds are known for their gentle, sensitive, and deeply loyal nature. They’re thoughtful dogs who bond closely with their humans and often rely on routine, reassurance, and calm environments to feel secure. While they can be playful and curious — especially outdoors where their noses lead the way — they’re also famously tender hearted, making them wonderful companions for adopters who appreciate a soft, soulful dog. Their ideal home is one that offers patience, structure, and quiet confidence. Bluetick Hounds thrive with adopters who understand their sensitive temperament, provide steady encouragement, and allow them to warm up at their own pace. A fenced in yard is especially helpful for safe exploring, and many Blueticks do best with friendly canine companions who help them build confidence. A gentle household — possibly with dog savvy kids — is where a Bluetick Hound truly blossoms. What to Love about Charleston: After a difficult start, Charleston is learning what it means to feel safe, loved, and part of a family. He adores his sister Razzle — she’s his security blanket — and he feels most confident when she’s nearby to wrestle, play, and show him the world isn’t so scary. Charleston is shy with new experiences, loud indoor noises, and changes in routine, and he’s especially nervous around things like the washer and dryer. He’s also a very shy eater who prefers to eat when the house is quiet. But with patience, gentle encouragement, and the support of his doggie siblings, he’s blossoming beautifully in his foster home! Charleston loves his humans deeply and gravitates toward soft, feminine energy, though he’s slowly warming up to men as he gains confidence. He hasn’t met kids yet, but would likely do well with gentle, dog savvy children who move at his pace. He’s learning all the basics — leash training, potty training, crate training — and making steady progress. A fenced in yard is important for him so he can safely run, sniff, and decompress. He’s wonderful with other dogs and truly needs a canine companion to help him continue building confidence and joy. Charleston is a diamond in the rough — sensitive, sweet, and full of potential. With extra TLC, patience, and a calm, loving home, he will continue to blossom into the incredible companion he’s meant to be! Charleston’s Charming Highlights: • 1 year old, 42 lb Bluetick Hound mix with a sweet, sensitive nature • Very timid boy who blossoms with patience, routine, and reassurance • Deeply bonded to his sister — she’s his security blanket and playmate • Playful wrestler who loves romping with familiar dogs • Shy eater who prefers quiet mealtimes when the house is calm • Fearful of indoor noises like washers and dryers but improving with gentle exposure • Learning the basics — working on leash training, potty training, and crate comfort • Needs a fenced in yard to safely run, sniff, and decompress • Gravitates toward feminine energy but is slowly warming up to men • Likely good with gentle kids who move at his pace and respect his sensitivity Comprehensive details are provided in the dog's description. to ensure a smooth process, please submit a completed application through our website at: http://crisisdogsnc.org/dog-adoption/. Please note that questions via email or social media channels may not receive a response without a completed application. As part of our commitment to responsible adoption practices, we require excellent veterinarian references and conduct virtual home visits. Additionally, your prior or current dog must be on year-round heartworm prevention. We assist with coordinating transportation by both land and air whenever feasible. All assessments regarding breed and age are conducted by licensed veterinarians. We look forward to assisting you in finding your perfect canine companion!

RescueGroups record ID: 22770963

What this home needs

• Other dogs

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• Cats

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  “Feed checkbox: No”

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• Still to ask the shelter

  children · housing and stairs · medical and care. These details are not documented here; unknown does not mean no.

Roster last seen: Nov 2, 2026, 6:24 AM UTC
Goodmorph last synced: Nov 2, 2026, 6:24 AM UTC
Availability confirmed by a person: Not confirmed

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This shared profile remains available for up to 90 days after it leaves the source roster, unless removal is requested sooner. Adoptions and applications are handled by the shelter.