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Puppies and dogs in Peoria, Arizona

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Peoria, Arizona. 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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Buddy

Rottweiler

Male, Adult
Sun City, AZ
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Buddy is a very loving 5 year old boy who needs a place where he can run and play. He loves people, and he is a protector, especially around kids. My living situation right now is unsuitable for a dog. I would love to find a nice home for Buddy.
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ROCKY

Pug

Male, 12 yrs 3 mos
Phoenix, AZ
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Needs special attention, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Rocky road IMPORTANT!! Due to time and staffing constraints, ALL inquiries/questions MUST BE accompanied by your completed Adoption Application (Matchmaking Questionnaire). See above for the link to the form. Or email directly to CNPSrescue@gmail.com Any inquiries/questions sent without the completed form will NOT receive a response. Thank You for understanding. Rocky Road is a sweet 9 year old 28 lbs tan/black pug. He may be shy at first until he knows his surroundings. Rocky Road goes with the flow. Laid back. He is not really playful but has a sweet personality and enjoys hanging out with you. He loves affection, especially having his head and back scratched. Once in a while he coughs. Thoroughly tested by the veterinarians, and he has been pronounced in good health; the cough does not slow him down a bit or affect his quality of life in any way. His adoption fee of $150 includes his neuter, shots, and microchip Good with nice dogs
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Special Needs
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WI/Maple

Brittany

Female, Young
Glendale, AZ
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs special attention, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Maple is a 2.5-year-old French Brittany who packs a whole lot of charm into her perfect 25-pound frame. Her foster family lovingly calls her “Meatball,” and honestly…it fits. She’s adorable, goofy, snuggly, and absolutely devoted to her people. Maple LOVES car rides, plush toys, and curling up next to you for belly rubs. She didn’t get much freedom or enrichment in her early life and likely spent most of her time in a kennel, so she came to us needing a refresher on potty training and some basic house habits. She’s made steady progress but still needs a patient family willing to keep her routine consistent. She can be a bit curious and may check out items that aren’t technically “hers,” so keeping tempting things out of reach and offering plenty of dog-safe toys will set her up for success. Maple does well in her kennel when her people are out of the house. She may give a little protest bark at first (she just has to make sure you know she has notes), but she settles down and rests quietly once she realizes she’s safe. Maple is not a dog that can live with or closely interact with other dogs. Through training, she has made progress in calmly seeing dogs at a distance with positive reinforcement, but pushing those interactions too quickly can cause anxiety for her. For her comfort and safety, she must be an only dog, and a fenced-in yard (ideally privacy fenced) would suit her best so she can explore and enjoy the outdoors stress-free. She’s playful, affectionate, and incredibly people-oriented. Maple has mastered “sit", and is working on more tricks, but needs a little patience since she isn’t very food motivated. Maple is spayed, current on vaccinations, heartworm negative, and microchipped. Now she’s just waiting for a family who sees how special she is and can give her the structure, love, and dog-free home she deserves. Maple is currently in foster care in Wisconsin and has an adoption donation fee of $400.  If you are interested in adopting her and have been approved to adopt, let your state coordinator know you are interested in her.  If you haven’t yet done so, please go to: https://www.nbran.org/adopt/adoption-application to fill out an application.  Your state coordinator will contact you and take you through the approval process.  If your application looks like a possible fit for her, your coordinator will contact Maple’s coordinator and continue the screening process. Maple’s state coordinator is Hallie Barbara. She can be reached at Minnesotabrittany@gmail.com for questions or inquires.   Thank you for considering this sweet girl.  December 15, 2025, 9:27 am
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Cordy

Australian Shepherd Border Collie

Male, 2 yrs 8 mos
Glendale, AZ
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Rescue Courtesy Post: Heart of Infinity- Scottsdale, AZ *This dog doesn’t belong to ASF and hasn’t been evaluated by ASF.* Looking for a sidekick who’s handsome, hilarious, and always down for an adventure? Meet Cordy! He is an 2 year old Australian Shepherd/Border Collie mix and weighs around 50 lbs. He is neutered, microchipped, and up to date on shots, but isn’t on heartworm prevention. Cordy is good with cats and dogs! He hasn’t been tested around children. He is housebroken, but isn’t crate-trained. Cordy has all of the good qualities: - loves all dogs - will sit and give you his paw like a little gentleman - big fan of early-morning walks and post-walk snuggles - rope toys, kongs, and non-stuffed toys are his life - Velcro and follows you everywhere Cordy is looking for an active family with a yard and dog buddy to wrestle with. He is working on his confident with lone male strangers. If you think you can provide a great home for Cordy, please contact the rescue listed below. There is a $400 adoption fee to adopt Cordy. Contact Information: Heart of Infinity Rescue at woof@heartofinfinity.org
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Special Needs
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Ginger

Chihuahua Terrier (Unknown Type, Small)

Female, 9 yrs 7 mos
Phoenix, AZ
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs special attention, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
IMPORTANT!! Due to time and staffing constraints, ALL inquiries/questions MUST BE accompanied by your completed Adoption Application (Matchmaking Questionnaire). See above for the link to the form. Any inquiries/questions sent without the completed form will NOT receive a response. Thank You for understanding. Affectionate "special needs" Ginger is 4 years old and in search of a loving home that is as special as she is. Ginger had a rough start in life and for the first year of her puppyhood she was strictly confined in a tiny crate with only a few potty breaks. As a result, she suffers from claustrophobia and is terrified of leashes. Despite all this, Ginger is a loving and friendly girl who likes nothing better than to jump up on your lap for a tummy rub, or sit beside you on the couch watching TV. She also loves sleeping in bed with you. She likes toys and chew bones and running around out in the back yard. Ginger is good with other pets and us perfectly potty trained. She uses the doggie door and never makes a mess. Ginger would be the ideal companion for someone who doesn't take their dog for a walk and just wants a friendly and loving pet to be their best friend. Her adoption fee is $125 and includes her spay and all shots.
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Penny

Australian Shepherd

Female, 5 yrs 8 mos
Glendale, AZ
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Courtesy Post: Owner Surrender/Rehoming- Mesa, AZ *This dog doesn’t belong to ASF and hasn’t been evaluated by ASF.* Meet Penny! She is an 5 year old Australian Shepherd and weighs between 50-55 lbs. She is spayed and up to date on shots, but isn’t on heartworm prevention. Penny is good with kids and dogs! She hasn’t been tested around cats. The owner is surrendering her because their baby is allergic. She needs to go ASAP! If you think you can provide a great home for Penny, 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 Penny. Owner’s Contact Information: Marcus guzman.marcusaz@gmail.com

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Phoenix Paws & Claws Animal Rescue

P.O. Box 6671, Peoria, AZ 85385

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Four Paws Rescue

Phoenix and Maricopa, AZ 85345

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The Barn House

7558 W Thunderbird Rd, #1-616, Peoria, AZ 85381

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ForeverFelines/Fidos - Phoenix Area

Glendale, AZ 85302

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Adopt A Dachshund

PO Box 2953, Glendale, AZ 85302

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Saved From Death

Glendale, AZ 85302

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The Wolf Pack Rescue

Gelndale, AZ 85304

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Forever Loving Hearts Rescue

Surprise, AZ 85372

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