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Puppies and dogs in Colorado

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

Sebastian

Chihuahua

Male, 3 yrs

Pueblo, CO

Size

(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained,

Story

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Alberto

Labrador Retriever/Husky

Male, 3 mos

Sedalia, CO

Size

(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,

Story

This pup was rescued from a high kill shelter in Texas. Meet and greets are by appointment only. An approved application is required to schedule a meeting. Check out our events page for upcoming open adoption events! We have no additional back story or update for this dog at this time. When we do, it will be updated here. This is all the information we have currently. Approved Applicants may make the adoption fee payment by clicking donate above. Partial adoption fees will not hold a dog. If upon meeting the dog of your choosing at your scheduled pickup time you find that you aren't a good match, your deposit will be fully refunded. Adoption fees include vaccines up until time of adoption, microchip, spay/neuter and 1st 30 days of free pet insurance. We are not affiliated with MetLife pet insurance. (you have to sign up for the insurance or it will not go into effect). Adoption fees help cover the medical care of the animals while he or she waits for a new home, as well as food and transportation costs. These fees help to provide care for the other animals in the shelter or rescue group who may have medical bills that are much higher than any possible adoption fee. The money also acts as a donation to help support the organization as a whole, allowing the group to continue its efforts to rescue and rehome pets. The dogs in our care are fostered in Colorado, Texas, and New Mexico. While all dogs are picked up during our scheduled times, sometimes transport dates change due to unforeseen circumstances. More questions? Read our FAQs here: https://4p4l.org/faqs/ Breed labels are a "best guess" by a shelter veterinarian and cannot be guaranteed. ##2651394##

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Penny

Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier

Female, 9 yrs 7 mos

Sedalia, CO

Size

(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs,

Story

Meet Penny — a sweet senior girl with a gentle heart and a beautiful story of resilience. Penny was originally rescued from a puppy mill. Three years ago she was adopted into a loving home, and that’s when her real life began. With patience and kindness, Penny learned how wonderful it is to be a dog — to trust people, enjoy the comforts of home, and soak up all the love she had been missing. Sadly, due to health issues, her owner is no longer able to care for her, and Penny is now looking for a new family to continue the life she’s grown to love. Penny is a wonderful companion who enjoys the simple things — leisurely walks, cozy snuggles, and relaxing by your side. She has a calm, loving personality and would thrive in a home that appreciates a gentle, loyal dog who just wants to be part of the family. After everything she’s been through, Penny truly deserves a soft place to land and people who will cherish her for the rest of her life. If you’re looking for a sweet, easygoing companion to share your days with, Penny might be the perfect match Meet and greets are by appointment only. An approved application is required to schedule a meeting. Check out our events page for upcoming open adoption events! We have no additional back story or update for this dog at this time. When we do, it will be updated here. This is all the information we have currently. Approved Applicants may make the adoption fee payment by clicking donate above. Partial adoption fees will not hold a dog. If upon meeting the dog of your choosing at your scheduled pickup time you find that you aren't a good match, your deposit will be fully refunded. Adoption fees include vaccines up until time of adoption, microchip, spay/neuter and 1st 30 days of free pet insurance. We are not affiliated with MetLife pet insurance. (you have to sign up for the insurance or it will not go into effect). Adoption fees help cover the medical care of the animals while he or she waits for a new home, as well as food and transportation costs. These fees help to provide care for the other animals in the shelter or rescue group who may have medical bills that are much higher than any possible adoption fee. The money also acts as a donation to help support the organization as a whole, allowing the group to continue its efforts to rescue and rehome pets. The dogs in our care are fostered in Colorado, Texas, and New Mexico. While all dogs are picked up during our scheduled times, sometimes transport dates change due to unforeseen circumstances. More questions? Read our FAQs here: https://4p4l.org/faqs/ Breed labels are a "best guess" by a shelter veterinarian and cannot be guaranteed. ##2676161##

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Miso

Australian Cattle Dog/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 2 mos

Denver, CO

Size

(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,

Story

Sweet and playful, this handsome fella is named Miso! Miso’s life began in the back of an abandoned, wrecked SUV on the Navajo Nation. Tucked away with his litter, he faced the world with nothing but his mama and siblings to stay warm. When someone reached out for help, we didn’t hesitate. We quickly gathered Miso and his family and got them to safety—and to a better life. YOU CAN SEE MORE PICS & VIDEOS ON OUR WEBSITE: https://www.circle2rescue.com/available-pets/ Petfinder limits the number of pics & videos. Today, Miso is happy, playful and utterly in love with life. You can’t help but smile when you see him with his content and grateful demeanor—especially knowing where he started. Miso has all but forgotten his challenging beginnings and his days are filled with play-time with his puppy pals, plenty of nutritious food and of course an abundance of love and attention. Miso is a rez dog, a beautiful blend of mystery and strength. His mama is an Australian Shepherd/Australian Cattle Dog mix with striking blue eyes, and we suspect Miso may have many different breeds in his DNA—adding to his charm and big-hearted nature. Like so many mixed-breed dogs, he’s smart, loyal, and wonderfully well-balanced. His energy is a little more quiet than some puppies his age and observes and considers the things around him. He is the smallest in his litter of 9. Of course he is always ready to curl up in your lap for some quiet snuggle time. This adorable pup is eager to make someone else’s life brighter, warmer, and a whole lot happier—just as rescue did for him.. If you would like to adopt please apply at https://www.circle2rescue.com/dog-adoption-application/ The adoption fee of $350 includes the spay/neuter, vaccinations, deworming and microchip. ##2654220##

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Della

Retriever (Unknown Type)/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 1 yr

Denver, CO

Size

(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)

Details

House-trained,

Story

Della is a beautiful little dog with a fox-like face and fluffy tail who is slowly learning that the world can be safe. After surviving on the Navajo Nation reservation with very little human contact, she arrived understandably fearful—but over the past two months in foster care she has been making steady, heartwarming progress. Della is crate trained, house trained, comfortable wearing a harness, rides well in the car, and takes medication easily (especially with peanut butter!). She is gentle by nature and, even when scared, chooses to hide or freeze rather than react aggressively—she has never tried to bite. Once she feels safe, Della is very affectionate and loves quiet companionship, walks, and cozy naps. She’s still gaining confidence around new dogs and unfamiliar situations, but improves with patience and routine. Della will thrive in a calm, patient home willing to let her blossom at her own pace. For someone who understands shy dogs, watching her trust grow—and earning that first tail wag—is truly something special. If you would like to adopt please apply at https://www.circle2rescue.com/dog-adoption-application/ The adoption fee of $350 includes the spay/neuter, vaccinations, deworming and microchip. ##2676153##

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Luigi

Pug/French Bulldog

Male, 10 mos

Boulder, CO

Size

(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs,

Story

One of our compassionate Texas rescuers saved the life of this very sweet and irresistible Pug / French Bulldog mix with hopes of transporting him to Colorado for a new and wonderful life. Luigi's rescuer had the following to say about our loving guy, "This gorgeous gentleman doesn't belong in a terrifying, overcrowded shelter! He deserves a warm spot on the couch and loads of love all around. He's just that sweet and wonderful!" Luigi is just about 10 months old and a cute as can be petite 19 lbs. He was pronounced very healthy with an excellent temperament by his Texas vet. This little guy is at such a great age..old enough to be past his babyish behaviors and young enough to embrace his new life with an appreciation for all the the wonderful new possibilities. Our sweet Luigi weighs 19 pounds of cottony-coat fluffiness. His hair is currently a bit shelter-sad. He will require a lifelong commitment to periodic baths / brushing and excellent nutrition including 5 star food and a daily salmon oil supplement for a shining, cottony-soft coat and a very healthy long life. Luigi is such a devoted and smart little guy. He now knows he's safe and is so much more relaxed and far less fearful and shy. Luigi is actually blossoming since he's been with his rescuer. Initially this poor little guy was so frightened due to all the changes in his life but with patience and love, he's truly emerging! Luigi has made progress each and every day and is on his way be being a well-adjusted guy who is open to new relationships and adventures. Luigi loves his walks and hikes where he can socialize with other dog-lovers (won't he be perfect for those gorgeous days exploring the paths around his home?) Luigi also enjoys his couch time that includes periodic hugs, praise and treats that make this little guy feel so good about himself. Luigi is such a fun and silly pup! We hope his new family will choose to spend lots of time enjoying his antics. Every day when Luigi's rescuer comes into view, she was greeted by a very joyous and loving Luigi giving happy kisses with a helicopter tail. He's a love bug that will be initially shy due to all the changes in his life, but with a bit of time and love, he emerges with his waggy tail and sweet smile. Farfel's Rescue has made the decision that we'd like to see Luigi in a home with loving and devoted retirees that spends lots of time at home. We hope they might enjoy taking their furry best friend along when going on a dog-friendly adventure. A younger family that works from a home-based office would also be a good choice for this people-loving guy. Beau is at his absolute best when he feels secure and loved by a dog-crazy family. He's experienced turmoil in his young life and we're seeking a home where he can breathe a sigh of relief knowing that his family will always have his best interests at heart. Luigi is unknown with cats. He's compatible, however, with dogs with similar energy levels to his own...but doesn't require these relationships to be happy. We wonder if Luigi might be at his best as an only dog with a family that will shower full-time love and pampering on him. He would return that love and kindness a million times over as he falls more and more in love with his family. Luigi has been fully vetted, vaccinated and neutered to support Farfel's commitment to only adopting out healthy dogs that won't contribute to the overpopulation tragedy within the canine population. Luigi will be arriving on transport in Boulder on Wednesday 3/18/2025 . If interested in this gorgeous and very cuddly, loyal and loving best friend, please fill out an application completely at http://farfels.com/farfels-rescue/adoption-form/ and submit. **PLEASE NOTE**. If you're truly interested in adopting Luigi, please be sure to submit the Farfel's Rescue adoption application that can be found at the link above or at farfels.com. Rescue site applications such as Petfinder or Adoptapet don't provide enough information for us to determine a great match for this very deserving dog and therefore aren't useful. We're sorry, but in many circumstances, we're unable to get back to those those that don't submit a Farfel's adoption application. Thanks very much for choosing rescue!

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Shelters & rescues in Colorado

There are animal shelters and rescues that focus specifically on finding great homes for dogs in Colorado. Browse these rescues and shelters below.

Here are a few organizations closest to you:

Rescue

IGCA Rescue of Colorado

Centinnial, CO 80112

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Little PAWS 4 Rescue - Rocky Mountain Region

Denver, CO 80111

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Low Riders of the West

Colorado/Wyoming Area, denver, CO 80130

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Sloppy Kisses Animal Rescue

Highlands Ranch, CO 80130

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Shelter

Colorado Greyhound Adoption

P.O. Box 2404, Littleton, CO 80161

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

New Hope Cattle Dog Rescue of Colorado

P.O. Box 460064, Aurora, CO 80046

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Big Dogs Huge Paws, Inc

PO Box 460699, Aurora, CO 80046

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Save The Giants

Denver, CO 80014

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Beagle Freedom Project - CO

Denver, CO 80014

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

Rescue

National Brussels Griffon Rescue, Inc. - Rocky Mountain Region

Denver, CO 80014

Pet Types: dogs

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Cairn Terrier Canaan Dog Cane Corso Cardigan Welsh Corgi Carolina Dog Catahoula Leopard Dog Caucasian Shepherd Dog Cavachon Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Cavapoo Chesapeake Bay Retriever Chihuahua Chinese Crested Chinook Chiweenie Chow Chow Clumber Spaniel Cockapoo Cocker Spaniel Collie Coonhound Corgi Coton de Tulear Curly-Coated Retriever Dachshund Dalmatian Dandie Dinmont Terrier Doberman Pinscher Dogo Argentino Dogue de Bordeaux Dutch Shepherd

English (Redtick) Coonhound English Bulldog English Cocker Spaniel English Setter English Shepherd English Springer Spaniel English Toy Spaniel Entlebucher Feist Field Spaniel Fila Brasileiro Finnish Lapphund Finnish Spitz Flat-Coated Retriever Fox Terrier (Smooth) Fox Terrier (Toy) Fox Terrier (Wirehaired) Foxhound French Bulldog

German Pinscher German Shepherd Dog German Shorthaired Pointer German Spitz German Wirehaired Pointer Glen of Imaal Terrier Goberian Golden Retriever Goldendoodle Gordon Setter Great Dane Great Pyrenees Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Greyhound Halden Hound (Haldenstrover) Harrier Havanese Horgi Hovawart Husky

Ibizan Hound Icelandic Sheepdog Irish Setter Irish Terrier Irish Water Spaniel Irish Wolfhound Italian Greyhound Italian Spinone Jack Russell Terrier Japanese Chin Jindo

Kai Dog Karelian Bear Dog Keeshond Kerry Blue Terrier Kishu Komondor Kuvasz Kyi Leo Labradoodle Labrador Retriever Lakeland Terrier Lancashire Heeler Leonberger Lhasa Apso Löwchen

Maltese Maltipoo Manchester Terrier Maremma Sheepdog Mastiff Miniature Bull Terrier Miniature Dachshund Miniature Pinscher Morkie Mountain Cur Munsterlander Mutt Neapolitan Mastiff Newfoundland Norfolk Terrier Norwegian Buhund Norwegian Elkhound Norwegian Lundehund Norwich Terrier Nova Scotia Duck-Tolling Retriever

Old English Sheepdog Olde English Bulldogge Otterhound Papillon Parson Russell Terrier Patterdale Terrier (Fell Terrier) Pekingese Pembroke Welsh Corgi Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Pharaoh Hound Pitsky Plott Hound Podengo Portugueso Pointer Polish Lowland Sheepdog Pomeranian Pomsky Poodle (Miniature) Poodle (Standard) Poodle (Toy or Tea Cup) Portuguese Water Dog Presa Canario Pug Puggle Puli Pumi

Rat Terrier Redbone Coonhound Rhodesian Ridgeback Rottweiler Saluki Samoyed Schiller Hound Schipperke Schnauzer (Giant) Schnauzer (Miniature) Schnauzer (Standard) Schnoodle Scottie, Scottish Terrier Scottish Deerhound Sealyham Terrier Shar Pei Sheepadoodle Sheltie, Shetland Sheepdog Sheppit Shepsky Shiba Inu Shih Poo Shih Tzu Silky Terrier Skye Terrier Sloughi St. Bernard Staffordshire Bull Terrier Sussex Spaniel Swedish Vallhund

Texas Heeler Thai Ridgeback Tibetan Mastiff Tibetan Spaniel Tibetan Terrier Tosa Inu Treeing Walker Coonhound Vizsla

Weimaraner Welsh Springer Spaniel Welsh Terrier Westie, West Highland White Terrier Wheaten Terrier Whippet Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Xoloitzcuintle/Mexican Hairless

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