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Puppies and dogs in District of Columbia

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in District of 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 Ruby's adoption status with email updates.
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Ruby

Jack Russell Terrier/Hound (Unknown Type)

Female, 2 yrs
Washington, DC
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs,
Story
2 years old, 30 lbs This animal is new to the rescue and we can't wait to find out more about them. ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ City Dogs & City Kitties Rescue is a foster-based rescue in Washington, DC. We do not have a shelter. CDCK has a thorough adoption process to find the best possible fit for each of our dogs and cats. To answer your questions about included vaccinations, spay/neuter, etc., the adoption process, and more please visit at www.citydogsrescuedc.org If you are interested in meeting a dog or cat, we require an adoption application. If the animal has "HAS APPLICATION" listed, we are still accepting additional applications, as they sometimes fall through. If the animal is adopted by someone else, your application will be kept on file and you will not need to reapply for a different dog. Look at our available dogs and apply to adopt a dog at www.citydogsrescuedc.org/adopt-foster/adopt-a-dog/ Not Ready to commit to adopting yet? Foster a dog today! See our list of dogs needing foster at www.citydogsrescuedc.org/adopt-foster/foster-a-dog/ Apply to foster at www.shelterluv.com/matchme/foster/CDCK/Dog
We'll also keep you updated on Garrett's adoption status with email updates.
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Garrett

American Pit Bull Terrier/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 1 yr
Washington, DC
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs,
Story
1 year old, 35 lbs This animal is new to the rescue and we can't wait to find out more about them. Garrett is sponsored by Anjanette F. in memory of her sweet City Dog, London, who was an awesome foster sister to over 60 other City Dogs! ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ City Dogs & City Kitties Rescue is a foster-based rescue in Washington, DC. We do not have a shelter. CDCK has a thorough adoption process to find the best possible fit for each of our dogs and cats. To answer your questions about included vaccinations, spay/neuter, etc., the adoption process, and more please visit at www.citydogsrescuedc.org If you are interested in meeting a dog or cat, we require an adoption application. If the animal has "HAS APPLICATION" listed, we are still accepting additional applications, as they sometimes fall through. If the animal is adopted by someone else, your application will be kept on file and you will not need to reapply for a different dog. Look at our available dogs and apply to adopt a dog at www.citydogsrescuedc.org/adopt-foster/adopt-a-dog/ Not Ready to commit to adopting yet? Foster a dog today! See our list of dogs needing foster at www.citydogsrescuedc.org/adopt-foster/foster-a-dog/ Apply to foster at www.shelterluv.com/matchme/foster/CDCK/Dog
We'll also keep you updated on Oslo's adoption status with email updates.
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Oslo

Labrador Retriever/Shepherd (Unknown Type)

Male, Puppy
Washington, DC
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs,
Story
Please contact Kady Hammer (KadyH@luckydoganimalrescue.org) for more information about this pet.silly puppy looking for his forever home! OSLO NEEDS A FOREVER HOME!!!!   Name:  Oslo         Best Guess for Breed:  Lab/shepherd mix   Best Guess for Age:  7 weeks as of 12/10/2025        SEX:   Male   Estimated Weight (puppies' weights change quickly!):  5.5 pounds as of 12/10/2025   Gets Along With:   Most puppies are in the prime of their socialization window and will do well with other dogs, cats and kids so long as they receive patience and proper training.   Currently Living at:  DC area foster home   Special Adoption Considerations:  Puppies under 6 months of age need to have multiple potty breaks/exercise throughout the day. Potential adopters with a standard 8-hour workday must be willing to make arrangements to meet the needs of their puppy.  Oslo is Looking For:  Hiya! I'm Oslo! Me and my brother Orion, have loved our time in the puppy pile, but we are each ready to pack our bags and find our very own forever home! I'm looking for a home that will let me play with toys and get my puppy zoomies out and give me snuggles in between playtimes. When I'm a little older, I can't wait to explore my new neighborhood on lots of walks, and I'd really like to make a bunch of doggie friends along the way. Oh, and I should probably take a puppy obedience class or two so I can show you how smart I am. What do you say? Do you have room in your heart for me? What My Foster Says About Me: Coming soon! Puppy Vetting Requirements:   Lucky Puppies have had their age appropriate vaccines, but may not yet be “fully” vaccinated. It is the adopter’s responsibility to ensure that the remaining puppy vaccines are given at the appropriate time. Please also keep in mind that, until your puppy is fully vaccinated, they are at greater risk for illness than an adult dog.      Due to this puppy’s young age, she/he has not yet been spayed or neutered.  As part of the adoption contract, it will be your responsibility, as the adopter, to ensure that this is done no later than APRIL 17, 2026. There are NO EXCEPTIONS and NO EXTENSIONS to this date. A non-refundable spay/neuter deposit will be collected if you would like Lucky Dog to pay for this animal to be spayed/neutered at one of our low cost partner vets.   Your new puppy will need to work on their house training and will also need to go to obedience school so they can grow into a well-socialized dog!  TO ADOPT:       The adoption fee for this puppy is $485, which includes the cost of routine vetting and transport from the shelter.    If you are interested in adopting, please complete the Adoption Questionnaire online bit.ly/adoptaluckydog   Lucky Dog Animal Rescue does our best to provide accurate information about the dogs we have for adoption. That said, we cannot make any guarantees about age, breed or temperament.   Thank you for contacting Lucky Dog Animal Rescue and helping to save a life! Please visit us online at        www.luckydoganimalrescue.org       . BE A FOSTER!!!       Fosters make it possible for Lucky Dog Animal Rescue to save and care for homeless and abandoned dogs!  To learn about fostering, please contact fostering@luckydoganimalrescue.org! BE A SPONSOR!!!!       Sponsors help Lucky Dog support the many dogs we save. To learn more about sponsorship, please contact       info@luckydoganimalrescue.org       .   &#226&#128&#139December 10, 2025, 3:26 pm
We'll also keep you updated on Orion's adoption status with email updates.
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Orion

Labrador Retriever/Shepherd (Unknown Type)

Male, Puppy
Washington, DC
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs,
Story
Please contact Kady Hammer (KadyH@luckydoganimalrescue.org) for more information about this pet.silly puppy looking for his forever home! ORION NEEDS A FOREVER HOME!!!!   Name:   Orion         Best Guess for Breed:  Lab/shepherd mix   Best Guess for Age:  7 weeks as of 12/10/2025        SEX:   Male   Estimated Weight (puppies' weights change quickly!):  6 pounds as of 12/10/2025   Gets Along With:   Most puppies are in the prime of their socialization window and will do well with other dogs, cats and kids so long as they receive patience and proper training.   Currently Living at:  DC area foster home   Special Adoption Considerations:  Puppies under 6 months of age need to have multiple potty breaks/exercise throughout the day. Potential adopters with a standard 8-hour workday must be willing to make arrangements to meet the needs of their puppy.  Orion is Looking For:  Hiya! I'm Orion! Me and my brother Oslo, have loved our time in the puppy pile, but we are each ready to pack our bags and find our very own forever home! I'm looking for a home that will let me play with toys and get my puppy zoomies out and give me snuggles in between playtimes. When I'm a little older, I can't wait to explore my new neighborhood on lots of walks, and I'd really like to make a bunch of doggie friends along the way. Oh, and I should probably take a puppy obedience class or two so I can show you how smart I am. What do you say? Do you have room in your heart for me? What My Foster Says About Me: Coming soon! Puppy Vetting Requirements:   Lucky Puppies have had their age appropriate vaccines, but may not yet be “fully” vaccinated. It is the adopter’s responsibility to ensure that the remaining puppy vaccines are given at the appropriate time. Please also keep in mind that, until your puppy is fully vaccinated, they are at greater risk for illness than an adult dog.      Due to this puppy’s young age, she/he has not yet been spayed or neutered.  As part of the adoption contract, it will be your responsibility, as the adopter, to ensure that this is done no later than APRIL 17, 2026. There are NO EXCEPTIONS and NO EXTENSIONS to this date. A non-refundable spay/neuter deposit will be collected if you would like Lucky Dog to pay for this animal to be spayed/neutered at one of our low cost partner vets.   Your new puppy will need to work on their house training and will also need to go to obedience school so they can grow into a well-socialized dog!  TO ADOPT:       The adoption fee for this puppy is $485, which includes the cost of routine vetting and transport from the shelter.    If you are interested in adopting, please complete the Adoption Questionnaire online bit.ly/adoptaluckydog   Lucky Dog Animal Rescue does our best to provide accurate information about the dogs we have for adoption. That said, we cannot make any guarantees about age, breed or temperament.   Thank you for contacting Lucky Dog Animal Rescue and helping to save a life! Please visit us online at        www.luckydoganimalrescue.org       . BE A FOSTER!!!       Fosters make it possible for Lucky Dog Animal Rescue to save and care for homeless and abandoned dogs!  To learn about fostering, please contact fostering@luckydoganimalrescue.org! BE A SPONSOR!!!!       Sponsors help Lucky Dog support the many dogs we save. To learn more about sponsorship, please contact       info@luckydoganimalrescue.org       .   &#226&#128&#139December 10, 2025, 3:26 pm
We'll also keep you updated on Twinkle's adoption status with email updates.
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Twinkle

Boxer

Female, Young
Washington, DC
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs,
Story
twinkle twinkle little pup! TWINKLE NEEDS A FOSTER OR FOREVER HOME!!!! Name:   Twinkle        Best Guess for Breed: Boxer mix  Best Guess for Age:  2 years as of December 2025          SEX:  Female   Approximate Weight:  30 lbs   Gets Along With: Other dogs! We haven't seen her with cats or kids but we are happy to discuss integration techniques with any potential adopters!   Currently Living at: South Carolina shelter - needs a foster or forever home in the DC area to get up here!   Twinkle is Looking For:   Her forever home! Twinkle landed in the shelter through no fault of her own and is eager to once again have her own humans for long sniffy walks, romps in parks, and all the adventures they can dream up. Quality kibble and a cushy dog bed are also on her wish list but you know what? She's in her prime as a young adult dog and knows what's most important in life: Being safe and loved and under her own roof. In exchange, she promises adoring gazes and love and loyal companionship for all her days. What do you say? Does this girl bring a Twinkle to your eye?   What My Foster Says About Me:   We will update this once she has spent time in foster care.  Lucky Dog cannot guarantee any dog is housebroken.  All of our dogs are working on their crate training.  TO ADOPT: The adoption fee for this dog is $460, which includes the cost of routine vetting, including vaccinations and spay/neuter. If you are interested in adopting, please complete the Adoption Questionnaire online   at   bit.ly/adoptaluckydog  .   Lucky Dog Animal Rescue does our best to provide accurate information about the dogs we have for adoption. That said, we cannot make any guarantees about age, breed or temperament.   Thank you for contacting Lucky Dog Animal Rescue and helping to save a life!  Please visit us online at      www.luckydoganimalrescue.org   .    BE A FOSTER!!! Fosters make it possible for Lucky Dog Animal Rescue to save and care for homeless and abandoned dogs! To learn about fostering, please contact fostering@luckydoganimalrescue.org! BE A SPONSOR!!!! Sponsors help Lucky Dog support the many dogs we save. To learn more about sponsorship, please contact     info@luckydoganimalrescue.org   ! December 10, 2025, 1:35 pm
We'll also keep you updated on Tully's adoption status with email updates.
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Tully

Shepherd (Unknown Type)/Labrador Retriever

Female, Puppy
Washington, DC
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with dogs,
Story
young girl ready to play! TULLY NEEDS A FOSTER OR FOREVER HOME!!!! Name: Tully          Best Guess for Breed:  Shepherd and lab mix Best Guess for Age:  4 months as of December 2025        SEX:  Female Estimated Weight (puppies' weights change quickly!):   18 lbs as of 12/9/25 Gets Along With:        Most puppies are in the prime of their socialization window and will do well with other dogs, cats and kids so long as they receive patience and proper training. Currently Living at:   South Carolina shelter - needs a foster or forever home in the DC area to get up here!   Special adoption considerations:  Puppies under 6 months of age need to have multiple potty breaks/exercise throughout the day. Potential adopters with a standard 8-hour workday must be willing to make arrangements to meet the needs of their puppy.    Tully is Looking For:  Hi! I'm Tully, and I'm looking for my humans. I want ones who play with me and let me get my puppy zoomies out and take me exploring in my new neighborhood. I want to make pup pals too. I should go to puppy school, too, so I can show how super smart I am!   Most of all, though, I want to know where I belong, to be safe and loved. In exchange, I promise adoring gazes and kisses and lots of snuggles - and love and loyal companionship for all my days. What do you say? Do I get to go home with you?   What My Foster Says About Me:   We will update this once she has spent time in foster care.  Your new puppy will need to work on their house training and will also need to go to obedience school so they can grow into a well-socialized dog!  TO ADOPT: The adoption fee for this puppy is $485, which includes the cost of routine vetting, including vaccinations and spay/neuter. If you are interested in adopting, please complete the Adoption Questionnaire online   at   bit.ly/adoptaluckydog  .   Lucky Dog Animal Rescue does our best to provide accurate information about the dogs we have for adoption. That said, we cannot make any guarantees about age, breed or temperament.   Thank you for contacting Lucky Dog Animal Rescue and helping to save a life!  Please visit us online at      www.luckydoganimalrescue.org   .    BE A FOSTER!!! Fosters make it possible for Lucky Dog Animal Rescue to save and care for homeless and abandoned dogs! To learn about fostering, please contact fostering@luckydoganimalrescue.org! BE A SPONSOR!!!! Sponsors help Lucky Dog support the many dogs we save. To learn more about sponsorship, please contact     info@luckydoganimalrescue.org   ! December 10, 2025, 1:35 pm

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K9 Global Rescue

Washington DC, DC 20002

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Brandywine Valley SPCA - New York Ave

1201 New York Ave NE, Washington, DC 20002

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Appalachian SPCA - DC

Washington, DC 20001

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Perfectly Paired Pitties (P3)

Washington, DC 20001

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Bright Hope Animal Rescue - D.C. Chapter

Washington DC, DC 20001

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Omani Paws

Washington, DC 20001

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Bella's Bully Buddies - Washington D.C. Chapter

900 M Street SE, Washington, DC 20003

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Rural Dog Rescue

719 8th Street SE, Washington, DC 20003

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DC PAWS Rescue

P.O. Box 23439, Washington, DC 20026

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HFH - Washington D.C.

Washington, DC 20500

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