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Puppies and dogs in Delaware

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

Cooper

Dalmatian

Male, 1 yr 2 mos

Bear, DE

Size

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

Details

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

Story

Meet Cooper! 🐶 This adorable 14-month-old Dalmatian is looking for his fur-ever home! Cooper is a sweet boy who loves to run, play, and explore. He's neutered, chipped, and up to date on all his shots, so you can bring him home with confidence. About Cooper: • Age: 14 months • Breed: Dalmatian • weight: About 70lbs • Personality: Playful, loving, Active, Smart, and the sweetest boy! • Loves: Playing with toys, Playing with his fur-friends, going for walks, and cuddles. Cooper's got a great personality! He's house trained, knows some commands like sit, stay, and shake hands, and gets along super well with other dogs and kids. He loves to play with his fur-friends, going for walks, and snuggling up for some love. What Cooper needs is a home with plenty of space to run and play, or some furry friends to keep him company. If you've got the energy to keep up with this lovable guy, send us a message to learn more about adopting Cooper or fill out an application.

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Tinker

Shih Tzu

Female

New Castle, DE

Size

(when grown) -

Details

Story

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Gizmo

Shih Tzu

Female, Adult

New Castle, DE

Size

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

Details

Story

January 21, 2026, 9:28 am

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Nola

Rottweiler

Female, Young

Smyrna, DE

Size

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

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained,

Story

Nola Darling is a sweet indoor 2 year old intact rottie, is prine for breeding and does a bit of resource guarding. She's house and crate trained and loves to be on your lap. She's strong and her parents were AKC registered. She snores loudly and enjoys ball fetching outside. A large yard or home setting is ideal.

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Snatch

Pit Bull Terrier

Male, Adult

Milton, DE

Size

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

Details

Good with dogs,

Story

Dog Name: Snatch Breed: mixed breed Sex: Male Age: 2.5 yrs Weight: 55 pounds Medical Needs: None Housebroken: If you take him out when he comes out of his crate and after he eats. He does great. Crate trained: Yes Good in the car: yes Good on a leash: yes , he doesn't pull but he tries to chase the outside kitties to play Energy level: low to Medium He has spurts of energy then needs to recharge Dog Friendly: Yes If yes, does your foster need another dog in its adoptive homes? No Cat Friendly:No Kid Friendly: yes If yes, what's the youngest child you'd recommend ? 10+ and dog-savvy; Snatch doesn’t do well with wrestling or loud commotion and gets overstimulated easily. He will also guard his toys, and thinks all toys are *his* toys Special traits that make your foster special or that we need to know about them: Special traits: He loves attention! We are working on manners because he does jump to get your attention. He occasionally gets possessive over toys and will need an owner that understands that bully breeds are stubborn and need an authoritative owner. That being said, once he knows who’s boss (and it isn’t him…), he’s very lovable and stays close by. If you’re looking for a lovable bundle of joy come meet Snatch (he will snatch your heart) Fosters Location: Dover, DE Application can be found here: https://www.grrde.org/adoption-application (if you already have an approved application on file, email GrassRootsDE@gmail.com and ask the app team to pull your app) ##2510516##

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Valiant Vinny

Labrador Retriever

Male, Puppy

Newark, DE

Size

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

Details

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

Story

Please contact Denise at 610-656-1291 (Fureverpawsdogrescue@gmail.com) for more information about this pet. This dog is located in New Castle, DE. Visit us on the web at https://fur-everpaws.com/fur-ever-paws-adoption-application/ to submit an application. Please contact the foster directly at 610-656-1291 (text or call) or via email at fureverpawsdogrescue@gmail.com Fur Ever Paws Dog Rescue is a small no kill rescue operating in the Delaware/Maryland area. We are a 501(c)(3) non-profit that rescues and places homeless, neglected or abused dogs from high-kill shelters in the south into loving, responsible committed and permanent homes. We feel our comprehensive adoption process which includes not only taking the time to match the dog to the prospective new owner but helping to educate that owner in responsible dog care, allows us to find the best homes for our little buddies and the best companions for you! Each week we use USDA certified transports to bring dogs from high-kill shelters in the south to our fosters where they all receive the appropriate medical care and are placed in nurturing loving homes while they await placement in their forever homes. Interested in one of our dogs? Great! Now that you've seen them here you'll need to go to our website where you'll find our list of adoptable dogs (updated every week). Then, it's just a simple process of finding a dog you're interested in and filling out an application on our site. Once we receive your application, whoever is fostering that particular dog will contact you and do a short over the phone interview to complete your application process. If everything works out, they will set an appointment with you so come out and "visit" with the dog you're interested in (we want to make sure that not only are you a good fit for the dog but that the dog will fit with you). If everything works out, you'll be able to take rover (or spot, or jax) home with you that very day. A couple of things you should know: We can't hold dogs over the phone or via email. Adoption fees vary based on breed. All of our dogs have been vet checked and dewormed (if possible due to age, additional treatment may be needed). We provide a spay or neuter voucher to all of our adopters. &#226&#128&#139 January 20, 2026, 9:57 pm

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Shelters & rescues in Delaware

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

Here are a few organizations closest to you:

Rescue

Paws for Rescue inc

Seaford, DE 19973

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Whimsical Animal Rescue, Inc. of Sussex County Animal Association

Seaford, DE 19973

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Shelter

Brandywine Valley SPCA - ARC

19022 Shingle Point Road, Georgetown, DE 19947

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Shelter

Brandywine Valley SPCA - Georgetown

22918 Dupont Blvd, Georgetown, DE 19947

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Australian Shepherds Furever - Delaware Chapter

2910 S. Archibald # A 607, Milton, DE 19968

Pet Types: dogs

Shelter

Animal Rescue League of Sussex County Inc

Milton, DE 19968

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

East Coast Asian Dog Rescue, Inc. - Delaware

Millsboro, DE 19966

Pet Types: dogs

Shelter

The Merrietta Virden Animal Foundation

P. O. Box 653, Lewes, DE 19958

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Bread of Life K9 Refuge DE Stop

Lewes, DE 19958

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Loving Arms Pet Placement East

Selbyville, DE 19975

Pet Types: cats, 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

Yorkie Poo Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier

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