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Puppies and dogs in Gainesville, Florida

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Adopt a dog in Gainesville, Florida

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.

Special Needs

Maggie May

Mixed Breed (Large)

Female, Senior

Gainesville, FL

Size

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

Details

Good with dogs, Needs special attention, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Meet Maggie. This mature awesome gal ended up at the shelter when her human passed away. Maggie has a few old age health issues that are manageable. Anyone who has experienced an "old" dog understands. We are seeking a special human who will give Maggie her next forever home. May 16, 2026, 9:50 am

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Paris

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, Adult

Gainesville, FL

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

Paris lives up to her namesake as she loves everyone she has ever met! She is a goofy, energetic ray of sunshine who loves playing with toys, having the zoomies, and chewing her favorite bone. Paris loves her fellow four-legged friends and would thrive in a home with other dogs who can keep up with her quick pace, but also does well on her own (and would love to give and receive all the affection). Although she is a bit shy in new surroundings, she has shown that she slowly gains the confidence needed to be her best self. Want to take a trip to the city of love? Adopt Paris today!May 16, 2026, 9:50 am

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Hank

Mixed Breed (Large)

Male, Young

Gainesville, FL

Size

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

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Meet Hank, a.k.a. Hank the Tank. Hank is four months old now and is a very chill guy. He loves playing with his four brothers outside; the always fun rolling in dirt; and of course, sunbathing when the weather is sunny. Beware on laundry days. Hank has this playful fetish of running around with clothes he finds. Sometimes you will find wet paw prints in the bathtub because Hank likes to jump in and out of the tub. Hank has an athletic build but don't let that fool you as he likes to nap on the couch too. Hank is like a fraternity brother who is friends with anyone and everyone. This bro will make a great lifetime companion. May 16, 2026, 9:50 am

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Special Needs

June Bug

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, Adult

Gainesville, FL

Size

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

Details

Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs special attention, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

June Bug is a Work From Home Diva! She loves to sleep in, smell the roses, and coffee, and take long fresh air walks. She loves to be by her people at all times and prefers to be in a crated safe space when left alone. She gets along with all people, and loves her kiddos! June B has an ASL Vocabulary of 8-10 signs, her favorite being 'Eat' of course!! She has the most fun Zoomies ever and gets very silly when she can dig and play. Give us a call to meet this awesome gal! May 16, 2026, 9:50 am

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Thunder

Hound (Unknown Type)

Male, Adult

Gainesville, FL

Size

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

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Meet Thunder. The right combination of silly and serious . Thunder will stare at you inquisitively and then give a care-free hop. Thunder loves walks, and you'll love how well-behaved he is when you accompany him. Thunder enjoys sitting quietly with people, and no one has ever heard him bark! A little shy around strangers but would gladly make friends in exchange for a treat. March 7, 2026, 12:50 pm

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Raleigh

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, Adult

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

Raleigh is the sweetest boy who loves his humans! He is a great cuddler and takes "velcro dog" to the next level- if this dog could crawl into your skin he would. Raleigh gets along great with other dogs but we are not sure about cats. He is crate trained, house trained, and non-reactive. He loves car rides and going for walks, but is still learning some leash skills. He is very scent driven and loves to follow his nose. He is a great scent work prospect for anyone interested in canine scent work! He would also make a great therapy dog. He is a perfect medium energy level- loves to go for walks but also okay to have a lazy day on the couch. He is a great adventure dog, brewery buddy, "ride or die" kinda guy! He loves to accompany his foster parents on outings and adventures. Because he loves his humans so much, he has some separation anxiety and may be vocal initially when left alone, but is never destructive. But, he has made great improvements and now rarely vocalizes when his foster leaves now. He may need some transition time to re-learn this in a new home. May 16, 2026, 9:50 am

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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.

Here are a few organizations closest to you:

Rescue

Kitten Nursery at Earth Pets

404 NW 10th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Shelter

Gainesville Canine Academy and Rescue

813 NW 6th Street, Gainesville, FL 32601

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

The Milk Drunk Foundation - Gainsville Transport

Gainesville, FL 32601

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Florida Shar-Pei Rescue

Gainesville, FL 32653

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Plenty of Pit Bulls

Gainesville, FL 32604

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Boxer Aid & Rescue Coalition, Inc. (G)

Gainesville, FL 32611

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

SCMR - Gainesville, FL Foster

Gainesville, FL 32609

Pet Types: dogs

Shelter

Alachua County Animal Resources

3400 NE 53rd Ave, Gainesville, FL 32609

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

Shelter

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

Rescue

Astaire Resource Foundation

Gainesville, FL 32605

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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