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Puppies and dogs in Middletown, Delaware

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

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Adopt a dog in Middletown, Delaware

These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Middletown, Delaware. 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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Freya

Boxer Mixed Breed (Large)

Female, 7 yrs 2 mos
Bear, DE
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Freya is a super sweet is a medium to high energy dog. She enjoys playing and snuggling after a long day. She would do best with older children and she believes that she is a lap dog and might accidently bump them in her excitedness. She would do well either in an apartment or a house with a backyard. She enjoys walks and does very well with ignoring all that is around her. She would make anyone a fantastic friend. She loves to be right near your side and show you love and attention. Please fill out an application and we will call you to set up a meet and greet with Freya!
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Rubble

Beagle Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 2 yrs 8 mos
Bear, DE
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
Rubble is a very sweet, curious, and lovable dog. His favorite pastime is playing and snuggling with his humans. He is a medium to high energy dog. He would do best in a home that has a lot of energy and can handle a dog that always wants attention. He does well with cats and does well with submissive or low-temperament dogs. He even participates in doggie daycare play groups every now and then. He would do best with older children in the household that can understand his energy. Please call 302-834-7387 or email crf@summit-vet.com to schedule a meet and greet with Rubble.
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Graham

Staffordshire Bull Terrier

Male, 3 yrs 3 mos
Bear, DE
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs special attention, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Graham is a very sweet and playful dog! He is one of our longest residents as he has been here since September of 2022! We took him on from another rescue, so he has not known much of the comforts of a home. He enjoys walks outside, playing with toys, and sleeping in crazy positions. He loves attention from anyone and everyone. He just wants to be loved. He would need a special owner who is understanding of his needs, as he was born deaf. In his ideal home he would be the only pet as he loves all the attention to himself. He would do well with kids 12+ that can understand the needs of a deaf dog. He would do best in a home with an active owner. His adoption fee is covered by an amazing sponsor who comes in at least once a week to teach him sign language and just spend some time with him. Please call 302-834-7387 or email crf@summit-vet.com to meet Graham!
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Kaycee

Fox Terrier (Toy)

Female, Adult
Bear, DE
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Kaycee is a 5 year old female toy fox terrier (full breed) looking for a new loving home. She is not neutered. She is playful, quiet, loves cuddling, and to follow her owner around the house. She loves treats and will jump super excited or sit and wait patiently for a treat. She is house trained. She knows to use the restroom outside. She is double coated and sheds. Not hypoallergenic. She is great with kids or elders and loves doing her zoomies around the house. She will sit with you and watch TV until she starts slightly snoring as she is napping. Has all her vaccines, she is microchipped, and had 2 front teeth removed from PetSmart. I obtained her from a private breeder. She was born in 2018. I've had her since 2020.
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Cookie

Miniature Poodle

Female, 6 yrs 5 mos
Bear, DE
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet cookie she is one of the poodles we rescued from the puppy-mill. Cookie is 6 years old and she weighs 12lbs. She was a mill momma most of her life. When she came to our rescue she was really shut down and scared. She is still working on trusting humans, she will sit on your lap and let you pet her for a little bit before she jumps off (which is progress). She absolutely loves dogs of all sizes. She went to the vet and was tested for hw and Lymes disease and was negative! She did have an ear infection which is treated with antibiotic ear drops. She also received her updated vaccines. She is spayed and had dental work done to remove her infected teeth last month. Cookies perfect home would have another dog she can learn from to teach her not all humans are bad. Cookie isn't ready for adoption until after her spay and dental work at the end of the month. but if you are interested in adopting her please send us a message and we will send you an application.
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Agnes

German Shepherd Dog Mixed Breed (Large)

Female, 4 mos
Bear, DE
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
WHY IS SHE GETTING NO ATTENTION 🥺 We keep hoping that someone will look at her photos and say she is the one for me. We know that black dogs are hardest to get adopted plus big dogs and black dogs are the #1 euthanized and it's so sad. Agnes is such a beautiful puppy and very sweet. She is UTD on vaccines and preventatives. Agnes was 1 of 7 puppies born outside under a shed, we got a call and went to rescue them all. She’s now the last of the litter. Agnes is a big cuddle bug. She loves dogs of all sizes, she even had a meet with a cat and was good with her. We believe that Agnes will be a large dog full grown. We know that she is a shepherd mix because of her mother. Her dad we were told could of been a great pyrenees collie mix which would explain her size. We like to call her rescue breed ❤️ Shre is 18 weeks old now she walks great on a leash and loves to run in the yard. Agnes deserves a home of her own like all of her siblings. We had someone sponsor some of her adoption fee so now her adoption fee is only $200. If you are looking for a large breed pup that is very sweet and affectionate and trained some then she is the pup for you. send us a message or fill out an application if you are interested in adopting her or doing a meet and greet.

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Dog shelters and rescues in Middletown, Delaware

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

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Do-Over Paws Rescue Society

Bear, DE 19701

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Cheyla's Rescue Foundation

3930 Red Lion Rd, Bear, DE 19701

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Neverending Stories Animal Rescue, Inc.

P.O. Box 1062, Bear, DE 19701

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

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Delaware Alliance for Animal Welfare Groups, Inc.

Newark, DE 19702

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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Fur-Ever Paws Dog Rescue

Deasy Drive, Newark, DE 19702

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Paws for Life, Inc

PO Box 407, Chesapeake City, MD 21915

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Humane Animal Partners - Stanton/Christiana

455 Stanton Christiana Road, Newark, DE 19713

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Fur-Ever Paws Dog Rescue - Maryland

Elkton, MD 21921

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Brandywine Valley SPCA - New Castle

290 Churchmans Rd, New Castle, DE 19720

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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