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Puppies and dogs in Vancouver, British Columbia

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Vancouver, British Columbia. To learn more about each adoptable dog, click on the "i" icon for fast facts, or their photo or name for full details.
We'll also keep you updated on CREW's adoption status with email updates.
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CREW

Jindo Shiba Inu

Male, 1 yr 3 mos
Vancouver, BC
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
🐶 Adopt the lovable Crew and give him a forever home! 🏡 💙 Crew is a cheerful and smart 8-month-old Jindo mix who loves people and other dogs. He’s a quick learner, affectionate, and has excellent manners on walks. Crew loves to play with other dogs and is very well-behaved. ✅ Cheerful, smart, and quick to learn! ✅ A little shy at first with men, but warms up quickly with treats. ✅ Gets along well with other dogs—loves playing with dog friends every weekend! ✅ Comfortable greeting small dogs during walks. ✅ Has never lived with cats, but will sometimes chase birds or cats outside. 📌 Crew’s Features ✔ House trained! He can go both indoors and outdoors. ✔ Crate trained! He settles down calmly in his crate. ✔ No barking. ✔ Car rides are great! He is very calm in the car. ✔ Calm at home, active at the playground! Sometimes runs around indoors for 5-10 minutes. ✔ Excellent leash manners! ✔ No destructive behavior. 📌 Crew is looking for a family who can offer: 🐾 A home with a yard! (Currently living in an apartment and goes outside 3-4 times a day.) 🐾 Another dog! Crew loves canine companionship and would thrive with another dog. 🐾 An active family! He loves to play and go to the dog park on weekends. 💙 Crew is an intelligent, loving puppy who is ready to bring joy to his new family! If you think you’re the perfect match, don’t hesitate to reach out! 🏡✨
We'll also keep you updated on Kia's adoption status with email updates.
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Kia

Black Mouth Cur Labrador Retriever

Female, Puppy
Vancouver, BC
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Young Kia, born May 2025 weighs 25 pounds and likely will be a medium sized dog. Sadly despite her young age, she did not have an easy start. Very young she was dumped, and taken in by nearby residents – but they also didn’t care for her – leaving her full of fleas and ticks. Our sister sanctuary the SPCA PV got word that she was in need and managed to fit her into the shelter. Kia is partier at play time, especially fun with bigger dogs as she has a - rough and tumble play style and very fun to watch! But she’d be just as happy to be your solo adventure girl. Kia thrives on affection and is so excited when guests come to the shelter. She was tested with cats and wasn’t afraid, but also a bit over zealous, so might be too much of a party for many cats. She is warm and bubby, and looking for the affection of a real home. She’s got far too much love and life to be living in a shelter, with only brief snippets of one on one love. In her brief stay in a home she was ok alone, loved to play, and didn’t chew things. Kia is now healthy and vaccinated and is looking for a real family to call her own. Check out more here: https://www.facebook.com/share/r/16rxiGaqvo/ https://www.facebook.com/reel/1165007578601121 https://www.instagram.com/reel/DRGm5yHEbfe/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==
We'll also keep you updated on SINBI's adoption status with email updates.
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SINBI

Jindo Shiba Inu

Female, 2 yrs
Vancouver, BC
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
Current Location: Korea 🇰🇷♡ 🐶✨ Meet Sinbi – The Gentle and Loving Jindo Mix with a Mother’s Heart 💕 🐾 Name: Sinbi 🎂 Age: 2 years 🚺 Gender: Female (Spayed) ⚖️ Weight: 11.5 kg (≈25 lbs) 🐕 Breed: Jindo Mix 🎨 Color: Cream White 💉 Health: Fully vaccinated / Spayed / Healthy 💗 Personality & Charm Sinbi is a warmhearted and affectionate girl who always knows how to make others feel comfortable. She loves people — especially younger adults — and quickly bonds even with strangers after a few treats. 🍪 When she’s happy, she wiggles her whole body and rolls over for belly rubs! 💞 She’s gentle and considerate toward other dogs, often giving up her spot or toy for them. She’s the type of dog who brings calm energy and kindness wherever she goes. 🌷 Very curious but gentle. If a cat swats at her, she immediately backs off and pretends nothing happened. 😄 🏡 Training & Habits 🚽 Potty: Both indoor (artificial grass on balcony) and outdoor trained 🧺 Crate: Learns well! Feels uneasy when the door is closed but settles down soon and naps quietly. ⚡ Energy Level: Moderate indoors / Playful when with dog friends 🤲 Handling: Loves being touched and petted 🚗 Car rides: Enjoys going out but may drool slightly — rests her chin by the window for fresh air 💬 Barking: Rare, only in response to unusual sounds 🐾 Separation: No anxiety, prefers sleeping in the same room as her person 💔 Her Rescue Story Sinbi was rescued from Gokseong Shelter with her three puppies. After two other mother dogs passed away there, Sinbi took in seven orphaned pups as her own, nursing and protecting them all until they were safe. 🥺 When her puppies were weaned, Sinbi herself was placed on the euthanasia list — but rescuers couldn’t leave behind this brave and gentle mom, so she and all her babies were saved together. 💕 🌼 Sinbi’s Ideal Family Sinbi would be perfect for a loving family who values calm companionship and gentle affection. She’s social, loyal, and incredibly nurturing — a true sweetheart with a heart of gold. If you’re looking for a dog who will quietly stay by your side and love you endlessly, Sinbi is waiting for you. 💖
We'll also keep you updated on Nube's adoption status with email updates.
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Nube

Labrador Retriever

Female, 4 yrs 6 mos
Vancouver, BC
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Nube who is looking for a home. Nube is a 4.5 year old mixed breed, full grown at a perfect 45 lbs. We think she may be a lab cross, with a gorgeous white coat, and beautiful markings to round out her unique look. She shares space with other dogs and enjoys playtime in the yard with them. Nube is friendly and affectionate with shelter visitors with a lovely disposition. She is medium energy - with enough energy to keep up, but would also be grateful for some chill time to make up for missed cuddles. Mostly she would love her very own family. Nube hasn't been tested extensively with cats. She sees them without reacting, but for now, we will seek a home without cats to be sure. While Nube is lovely with people, she's not been specifically tested with kids. Nube is spayed and vaccinated. She is missing some of her front teeth - likely a result of escaping shackles or surviving on street scraps. If you think you might be a fit for this beauty, as her chance at a forever home, or as a foster along the way, she'd love to hear from you at pvcaadoptions@gmail.com
We'll also keep you updated on Berna's adoption status with email updates.
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Berna

Terrier (Unknown Type, Small) Pointer

Female, 6 mos
Vancouver, BC
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Good with cats, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Born June 2025, Berna and her siblings were puppies on the street far too young. Thankfully a kind stranger took them in for a few weeks while they waited for space to open up at the SPCA PV sanctuary in Puerto Vallarta. While we’re so happy she’s off the street, she belongs in a home with a family who loves her, Berna is the sleek lean black pup in the litter. We think she’ll grow to about 30 lbs full grown. She is a mixed breed which may include terrier and pointer, but really she’s her own unique special girl. Berna is curious about cats, and wags her tail when she visits them. If you think you might be a good fit for this little star, either as her happy ever after, or as a foster along the way, we’d love to hear from you at pvcaadoptions@gmail.com. Please check your junk mail for our response. Check out more here: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DRGm5yHEbfe/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==
We'll also keep you updated on Pimienta's adoption status with email updates.
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Pimienta

Pointer Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Female, 6 mos
Vancouver, BC
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Good with cats, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Born June 2025, Pimienta and her siblings were puppies on the street far too young. Thankfully a kind stranger took them in for a few weeks while they waited for space to open up at the SPCA PV sanctuary in Puerto Vallarta. While we’re so happy she’s off the street, she belongs in a home with a family who loves her. We think she’ll grow to about 30 lbs full grown. She is a mixed breed which may include terrier and pointer. She has a beautiful coat with gorgeous markings, highlighting her unique special breed of Mexican princess. Pimienta passed her cat test – she was curious and cautious. As Pimienta has spent her early life in sanctuary she prefers walking with other dogs and might like a dog companion to show her the way. If you think you might be a good fit for this gorgeous girl, either as her happy ever after, or as a foster along the way, we’d love to hear from you at pvcaadoptions@gmail.com. Please check your junk mail for our response. Check out more here: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DRGm5yHEbfe/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==

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Dog shelters and rescues in Vancouver, British Columbia

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PVCA Vancouver British Columbia

Vancouver, BC V6B 3N6

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Welcome Paws Rescue - Vancouver TRANSPORT

Vancouver, BC V6B 2B7

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Rescue Paws Canada

605, 1525 Robson St, Vancouver, BC V6B 2M6

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PawesomeBaby (BC)

Vancouver, BC V6E 3E3

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Lucky Penny Rox Rescue - Vancouver transport

Vancouver, BC V6C 2W6

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Loyal Canadian Jindo Vancouver

Vancouver, ON V6C 3T4

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Vancouver Animal Shelter

1280 Raymur Avenue, Vancouver, BC V6A 3L8

Pet Types: birds, dogs, rabbits, reptiles, small animals

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City of Vancouver Animal Control Shelter & Services

1280 Raymur Ave, Vancouver, BC V6A 3L8

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Canine Adventure Den

650 Industrial Avenue, Vancouver, BC V6A 2P3

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