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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.
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Athens

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Male, Puppy
Washington, DC
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Shots are up-to-date,
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Please contact Ann Marie Burns (AnnMarieB@luckydoganimalrescue.org) for more information about this pet.Puppy eyes! ATHENS NEEDS A FOREVER HOME!!!!   Come meet Athens and other great adoptable dogs this Sunday (March 24th) from 12-3 pm at the PETSMART in SILVER SPRING (12020 Cherry Hill Rd, Silver Spring, MD 20904)!   Come meet Athens and other great adoptable dogs this Saturday (March 23rd) from 12-2 pm at PETSMART in ALEXANDRIA (3351 Richmond Hwy, Alexandria, VA 22305)!     Name:  Athens           Best Guess for Breed:  Terrier    Best Guess for Age:  2 months as of March 2024           SEX: male   Estimated Weight (puppies' weights change quickly!):   5.6 pounds as of February 29, 2024   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:  D.C. 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.    See this cutie play with siblings here! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1L-xP7C2jig Athens is Looking For:    Hiya! I'm Athens! Me, my mom Arizona and my littermates, Ash, Aspen and Almond, have loved our time together, 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: All of the pups are happy, playful, curious and good sleepers. They are impressively good about using the pee pads. Aspen and Athens are the most cuddly; They all are ridiculously cute. 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 July 14, 2024. 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&#139March 27, 2024, 9:40 pm
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Mafalda

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, Puppy
Washington, DC
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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Female, approx. 2 months old, 6 lbs Mafalda is new to the rescue. We will add more information as we get to know him better. Applications are screened for the best possible fit for a puppy home. In case your puppy of interest already has an application in progress, please select other dogs of interest on your application. Ready to apply? Please review our Puppy Primer make sure you're ready to make this life-changing decision: https://www.citydogsrescuedc.org/adopting-a-puppy.html ________________________________________________________________________ If you are interested in meeting a dog or cat, we require an adoption application. If the animal has "HAS APPLICATION" listed, they are still available to receive additional applications but also may be in the process of being adopted soon. Apply for a DOG: http://www.citydogsrescuedc.org/adoptable-dogs.html Interested in saving more lives? Foster a dog today! Learn more, see our list of dogs needing foster, and apply, https://www.citydogsrescuedc.org/foster-a-city-dog.html 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 (we do not operate under a first-come, first-served model). Upon accepting a new cat or dog into the organization, we provide a basic vet visit that includes necessary vaccinations, disease screenings, deworming, microchips, and spay/neuter for dogs six months and older. We do not provide a comprehensive medical exam before adoption. As a result, sickness, injury, and disability may exist unbeknownst to CDCK. City Dogs & City Kitties Rescue is not responsible for payment of any vet care, including known and unknown medical conditions once a cat or dog is adopted from us. Dog specific: Rabies, DHPP, and Bordetella vaccines. They are tested for HW, Lyme, Ehrlichia, Anaplasmosis. Most cats and dogs will have a house-training accident in the initial days in their new home and we cannot guarantee any pet is housebroken or crate trained. We also update our Facebook page daily with new cats and dogs.
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oreo

Cockapoo

Male, Puppy
Washington, DC
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Shots are up-to-date, House-trained,
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Oreo is very lovable and loves to go outside for walks although sometimes he can be a little skittish around motorcycles. Oreo loves attention and love to cuddle under you he loves a lot of affection and attention he will be great in a home with or without kids and he gets along well with other dogs.
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oreo

Cockapoo

Male, Puppy
Washington, DC
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Shots are up-to-date, House-trained,
Story
Oreo is very lovable and loves to go outside for walks although sometimes he can be a little skittish around motorcycles. Oreo loves attention and love to cuddle under you he loves a lot of affection and attention he will be great in a home with or without kids and he gets along well with other dogs.
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Kandee

Labrador Retriever/Border Collie

Female, Young
Washington, DC
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
young girl ready to play! KANDEE NEEDS A FOSTER OR FOREVER HOME!!!! Name:  Kandee       Best Guess for Breed:   Border collie and lab mix Best Guess for Age: 1 year as of March 2024        SEX:    Female Approximate Weight:  35 lbs   Gets Along With:  Other dogs! We haven't seen her with kids or cats but she can be tested   Currently Living at:   South Carolina shelter; needs a foster or forever home in the DC area to get her freedom ride up here   Kandee is Looking For:   Her forever home! Kandee is eager to have her own humans to burn off all that awesome young-dog energy with - romps in the park, hikes and beach trips and all those adventures! Long walks and yard time alone won't cut it. She's also looking for a family because she's got quite a stockpile of adoring gazes and tail wags and snuggles to give in exchange for knowing she's safe and loved and under her own roof.    If you're seeking a loyal companion who will be right there by your side as you explore the world, meet Kandee and see if she's the one you want there! What My Foster Says About Me:  We will update this once she has arrived in the DC area and spent some time with her foster 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   ! March 27, 2024, 4:29 pm
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Tank

Labrador Retriever/Retriever (Unknown Type)

Male, Young
Washington, DC
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
young boy seeking fresh start and love! TANK NEEDS A FOSTER OR FOREVER HOME!!!! Name: Tank        Best Guess for Breed: Lab mix   Best Guess for Age:  1 year as of March 2024        SEX: Male   Approximate Weight:  50 lbs   Gets Along With: Other dogs! We haven't seen him with kids or cats but he can be tested   Currently Living at:   South Carolina shelter; needs a foster or forever home in the DC area to get his freedom ride up here!   Tank is Looking For:  He would like an explanation. Why is his name Tank, he wants to know. If he were a mastiff - a larger Rottweiler - a Dogue de Bordeaux - well, maybe that'd be ok. But he's a nicely proportioned lab mix just about fifty pounds. But that's not high on his priority list. He's eager to have his own humans for all those romps in parks and adventures they can dream up - as a lab mix, he wants to find out if he loves swimming and running as much as his breed is supposed to. Quality kibble and a cushy dog bed are on that list as well. But right at top? Knowing he's safe and loved and under his own roof under all his days.    He's got quite a lot to offer in exchange - loyal companionship, adoring gazes, smarts - he's the total package. What do you say? Is Tank the one you see trotting (not rolling!) by your side? What My Foster Says About Me:   We will update this once he has arrived in the DC area and spent some time with his foster 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   ! March 27, 2024, 4:29 pm

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Appalachian SPCA - DC

Washington, DC 20001

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Omani Paws

Washington, DC 20001

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Bright Hope Animal Rescue - D.C. Chapter

Washington DC, DC 20001

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HFH - Washington D.C.

Washington, DC 20500

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Alliance for Stray Animals and People

P.O. Box 65438, Washington, DC 20035

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Dogs in Harmony - Washington D.C.

Washington, DC 20009

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Dogingham Palace Rescue/Washington DC

Washington, DC 20009

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Critter Cavalry Rescue - DC

Washington, DC 20009

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Dogs On Borrowed Time - Washington, DC

Washington, DC 20009

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DC PAWS Rescue

P.O. Box 23439, Washington, DC 20026

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