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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Gainesville, Florida. 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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Daphne

Boxer Redbone Coonhound

Female, 5 yrs
Gainesville, FL
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Daphne is a Dog Puzzle -- The Body and behavior of a Boxer, but someone stuck a Hound Head on her!! Her tail and energy are small, but her ears and heart are huge! Daphne is an absolutel lovebug - good with everyone, always. Low Energy, Couch Potato - Daphne's idea of "tearing up the town" - is a Saturday Morning Farmer's Market, or a brunch Cafe on Sunday. Daphne gets along with all the other dogs around her - she just isn't going to jump ina nd play herself - she's very laid back and likes to supervise the other Foster Pups. So far she has passed cat tests, by ignoring them, but does have another test scheduled! Daphne is just looking for a calm, laid back home - where she watch over the littles, or be a retiree's companion.

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Stephanie

Dogo Argentino

Female, 5 yrs 1 mo
Gainesville, FL
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Stephanie is a 5yr old female Dogo Argentino. (AKC Papered in hand) Stephanie is a sweet, lovey girl, very couch potato-esque! Stephanie is like a Great Dane-sized Pibble.... She has all the HouseHippo Style, in Great Dane Fashion (read: big slobbery kisses!) Stephanie loves people, loves to cuddle and adores children. Stephanie is good with other dogs but cannot live with any other animals. DOGS ONLY. She is the sweetest girl with her Family - but Dogo genes run deep, and she will do best as a solo Princess, or with only dogs/kiddos as siblings. Dogo Experience required for Adoption Approval.

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Lulu

Great Dane

Female, 7 yrs
Gainesville, FL
Size
(when grown) X-Large 101 lbs (46 kg) or more
Details
Good with kids, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Lulu & Juno came to us when their Owners were at the end of their time on this Earth. They have been very loved & cherished their entire lives. They have lived peacefully with Kids, other Dogs, and are good with all People. However, since their worlds turned upside down, they will need patience and space to adjust to a new family & home environment - time to learn they get to stay, and are allowed to relax/adjust. They have been Adopted, Separated, then Returned (through absolutely no fault of their own!) -- we will not allow that to happen to them again. These two love each other so much, and thrive when in each other's company. Lulu is the Goofy big Sister - She loves to run (gallop), Splash, Dig, Goof off. She's Quirky yet Reserved. She will most definitely judge you - but her judegments always land with Love. (and slobbery kisses!) Juno is the calmer little brother who would rather follow Lulu's Lead, takes her judgements with faction, and prefers to be held by his people.

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Juno

Great Dane

Male, 6 yrs
Gainesville, FL
Size
(when grown) X-Large 101 lbs (46 kg) or more
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Lulu & Juno came to us when their Owners were at the end of their time on this Earth. They have been very loved & cherished their entire lives. They have lived peacefully with Kids, other Dogs, and are good with all People. However, since their worlds turned upside down, they will need patience and space to adjust to a new family & home environment - time to learn they get to stay, and are allowed to relax/adjust. They have been Adopted, Separated, then Returned (through absolutely no fault of their own!) -- we will not allow that to happen to them again. These two love each other so much, and thrive when in each other's company. Lulu is the Goofy big Sister - She loves to run (gallop), Splash, Dig, Goof off. She's Quirky yet Reserved. She will most definitely judge you - but her judegments always land with Love. (and slobbery kisses!) Juno is the calmer little brother who would rather follow Lulu's Lead, takes her judgements with faction, and prefers to be held by his people.

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Keith Jr.

Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 1 yr 9 mos
Gainesville, FL
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Keith has spent his entire life in a Shleter or Boarding Kennel Facility - but deserves a Furever Home. Keith is loyal and true to his people, and thrives having Dog Friends to play with. Keith's Pawfect Home would be with someone adventurous - who wants to take this little Matchbox Pibble hiking, running, camping, exploring -- all of the Adventures this great big world has to offer! It is recommended that Keith go to a home with other dogs - not required, would just help to wear him out!! Keith will likely need some leash training when adjusting to a new environment - but is incredibly food motivated, which helps! #willworkforhotdogs

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Moon

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, Puppy
Gainesville, FL
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
This sweet girl is a playful, independent little lovebug who is always ready for fun, cuddles, and making new friends! Luna does wonderfully with kids and has a fun personality that will keep you smiling. She’s still working on her house training and learning the proper way to meet and socialize with other dogs. She hasn’t been tested with cats yet, but she’s eager to learn and would love a family willing to continue helping her grow!November 11, 2026, 9:19 pm

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Dog shelters and rescues in Gainesville, Florida

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

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Kitten Nursery at Earth Pets

404 NW 10th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Gainesville Canine Academy and Rescue

813 NW 6th Street, Gainesville, FL 32601

Pet Types: dogs

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The Milk Drunk Foundation - Gainsville Transport

Gainesville, FL 32601

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Orange Heights Animal Rehoming Services OHARS

Gainesville, FL 32641

Pet Types: cats, dogs, small animals

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Florida Shar-Pei Rescue

Gainesville, FL 32653

Pet Types: dogs

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Plenty of Pit Bulls

Gainesville, FL 32604

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Boxer Aid & Rescue Coalition, Inc. (G)

Gainesville, FL 32611

Pet Types: dogs

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Alachua County Animal Resources

3400 NE 53rd Ave, Gainesville, FL 32609

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, rabbits, reptiles, small animals

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SCMR - Gainesville, FL Foster

Gainesville, FL 32609

Pet Types: dogs

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Humane Society of North Central Florida - North Campus (formerly Alachua County Humane Society)

4205 NW 6th Street, Gainesville, FL 32609

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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Affenpinscher Afghan Hound Airedale Terrier Akbash Akita Alaskan Klee Kai Alaskan Malamute American Bulldog American Cocker Spaniel American Eskimo Dog American Hairless Terrier American Pit Bull Terrier American Staffordshire Terrier Anatolian Shepherd Aussiedoodle Australian Cattle Dog Australian Kelpie Australian Shepherd Australian Terrier Basenji Basset Hound Beagle Bearded Collie Beauceron Bedlington Terrier Belgian Laekenois Belgian Malinois Belgian Shepherd Belgian Tervuren Bernedoodle Bernese Mountain Dog Bichon Frise Black Mouth Cur Black and Tan Coonhound Bloodhound Blue Lacy/Texas Lacy Bluetick Coonhound Bolognese Border Collie Border Terrier Borzoi Boston Terrier Bouvier des Flandres Boxer Boykin Spaniel Briard Brittany Brussels Griffon Bull Terrier Bullmastiff 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
Affenpinscher Afghan Hound Airedale Terrier Akbash Akita Alaskan Klee Kai Alaskan Malamute American Bulldog American Cocker Spaniel American Eskimo Dog American Hairless Terrier American Pit Bull Terrier American Staffordshire Terrier Anatolian Shepherd Aussiedoodle Australian Cattle Dog Australian Kelpie Australian Shepherd Australian Terrier Basenji Basset Hound Beagle Bearded Collie Beauceron Bedlington Terrier Belgian Laekenois Belgian Malinois Belgian Shepherd Belgian Tervuren Bernedoodle Bernese Mountain Dog Bichon Frise Black Mouth Cur Black and Tan Coonhound Bloodhound Blue Lacy/Texas Lacy Bluetick Coonhound Bolognese Border Collie Border Terrier Borzoi Boston Terrier Bouvier des Flandres Boxer Boykin Spaniel Briard Brittany Brussels Griffon Bull Terrier Bullmastiff
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