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Puppies and dogs in Bessemer, Alabama

Looking for a puppy or dog in Bessemer, Alabama? Adopt a Pet can help you find a new best friend near you.

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Adopt a dog in Bessemer, Alabama

These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Bessemer, Alabama. To learn more about each adoptable dog, click on the "i" icon for fast facts, or their photo or name for full details.
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Oreo

Poodle (Miniature)

Male, Adult
Pleasant Grove, AL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
I purchased Oreo at Petland when he was 3 months old. He will be 3 years old in April. He is very sweet. He is about 8 poubds. He is good with other dogs. Unfortunately he is not house trained. I was taking him out to use the restroom but I was too tired from working so much to continue. Everyone loves him because he is so sweet. He is up to date on him shots. He loves to eat.
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Lit

Poodle (Miniature)

Male, Puppy
Pleasant Grove, AL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Lit is active and playful. He gets along well with children and other dogs. He is currently 5 pounds. He is adorable
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Rucci

Poodle (Miniature)

Female, Young
Pleasant Grove, AL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Rucci is very sweet. She is 2 years old. She has had some K9 training and it has a lifetime warranty, which means she can go back anytime for a refresher course. She gets along with anyone. She just needs love.
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Jupiter

Australian Shepherd

Female, 3 yrs 3 mos
Birmingham, AL
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Jupiter is looking for his forever home! He needs a special family with at least one other dog, so he can emulate another dog! A fenced in yard would be the best! Jupiters, precious life began as a bait dog. Although that life scared him, he is one sweet guy! He gets along with dogs, cats, kids, and all adults. He is very timid, and it will take a while for him to get used to you. We began fostering Jupiter in October 2021 (he was about seven months old) and in April 2022 an older couple adopted him. The wife fell and hurt her back and the man found out he had later stages of liver disease. They brought him back to us in October 2022. He seems a little better, but he's still struggling with potty training. We let him out about every hour or two and even though he goes outside he still feels the need to use the pee pads at times. We don't crate him because he has not been a fan since his life as a bait dog was spent in a crate. He does have free range in the house, but tends to stay put in his 'safe spot.' When he does come to join the family, he loves to cuddle and be talked to. If you think Jupiter would make a great addition to your family, please fill out the application with ASF and let's get him home! If you think that Jupiter is a graeat fit for your family, please fill out our application: https://www.australianshepherdsfurever.org/adoption-application All adoption fees are used for future rescue efforts.
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Reign

Australian Cattle Dog

Female, 1 yr 5 mos
Birmingham, AL
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Courtesy Post: Owner Surrender/Rehoming- Helena, AL Meet Reign! She is a 1 year old Australian Cattle Dog and weighs about 25 lbs. She is spayed and up to date on shots, but isn’t on heartworm prevention. Reign is great with kids, cats and dogs! She is housebroken and crate-trained. She is protective of food and babies. The owner is surrendering her because they are unable to provide the life that she needs. She needs to find a new furever home as soon as possible! If you think you can provide a great home for Reign, please contact the owner listed below. There is a $150 rehoming fee to assure good folks with good intentions. This fee will be donated to Australian Shepherds Furever for their assistance in placing Reign. Owner’s Contact Information: Jennifer Bylsma at (205) 520-3647 or jbylsma1122@gmail.com.
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Scout

Australian Cattle Dog

Male, 2 yrs 5 mos
Birmingham, AL
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained,
Story
Courtesy Post: Owner Surrender/Rehoming- Helena, AL Meet Scout! He is a 2 year old Australian Cattle Dog and weighs around 40 lbs. He isn’t neutered, up to date on shots, or on heartworm prevention. Scout is good with kids, cats and dogs! He is reactive in his kennel and has bitten the owner a few times when she closed the kennel door. The owner is surrendering him because she is unable to provide the attention and exercise that he needs. He needs to go ASAP! If you think you can provide a great home for Scout, please contact the owner listed below. There is a $150 rehoming fee to assure good folks with good intentions. This fee will be donated to Australian Shepherds Furever for their assistance in placing Scout. Owner’s Contact Information: Jennifer Bylsma at (205) 520-3647 or jbylsma1122@gmail.com.

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Dog shelters and rescues in Bessemer, Alabama

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Full Circle Rescue and Sanctuary

3985 Parkwood Road Suite 109-214, Bessemer, AL 35022

Pet Types: cats, dogs, farm animals, small animals

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New Rattitude - Alabama

Birmingham, AL 35220

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Misfit Shepherds

PO Box 311, McCalla, AL 35111

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Central Alabama Scottie and Westie Rescue (CASWR)

2045 Crestmont Drive, Vestavia Hills, AL 35226

Pet Types: dogs

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Shar Pei Nation Rescue - Birmingham, AL

Birmingham, AL 35005

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Heart and Soul Rescues and Adoptions

Adamsville, AL 35005

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Adopt A Golden Birmingham

PO Box 361753, BIRMINGHAM, AL 35236

Pet Types: dogs

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Alabama Animal Adoption Society

2808 Crescent Avenue, Homewood, AL 35209

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Vulcan Park Animal Care

1779 Valley Ave, Homewood, AL 35209

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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