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Puppies and dogs in Sarasota, Florida

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

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Adopt a dog in Sarasota, Florida

These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Sarasota, 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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Bella

Mixed Breed (Medium) Labrador Retriever

Female, 12 yrs 1 mo
Myakka City, FL
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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Bella is a bit shy with strangers at first, but give her a little time and you will soon be your loyal best friend. She will do best as the only dog of the household and be your “glue”, as best buddies should be. Bella loves the water and is sweet as sugar. She surely would love to find her best friend soon!
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Foxy

Mixed Breed (Medium) German Shepherd Dog

Female, 9 yrs 1 mo
Myakka City, FL
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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Foxy is a happy and cheerful girl. She loves people and children, but does not get along great with other dogs. Foxy would do best in a family home as the only pet.
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Gracie

Akbash Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 3 yrs 1 mo
Myakka City, FL
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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Gracie is a sweet girl and would love to be the Queen of the household. She gets along great with people and dogs and would be great in a family home!
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Honey

Mixed Breed (Large) Labrador Retriever

Female, Senior
Myakka City, FL
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
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Honey is all love. She loves people, kids, toys and tug of war! She knows “sit” and “down”. She is high energy and needs a home where she can get plenty of exercise. Honey needs to be the only dog as she very much wants to be “Queen of the House”!
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Ollie

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 6 yrs 1 mo
Myakka City, FL
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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This boy sure loves to play! Ollie is incredibly friendly and good with other animals. He would make a fantastic family dog.
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Sam

Redbone Coonhound

Male, 11 yrs 1 mo
Myakka City, FL
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
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Sam wants to be King of the Castle because all he wants is YOU. Other pets would not suit Sam. Sam loves to be loved on and cuddled. He is house-trained and smart, and knows commands such as “sit”, “down” and “stay”. And he's great on a leash! What a cool guy to add to your family!

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Dog shelters and rescues in Sarasota, Florida

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

Here are a few organizations closest to you:

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Love4Paws, Inc.

7330 Richardson Road, Sarasota, FL 34240

Pet Types: dogs

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Vintage Paws, Inc.

7950 SR 72, Sarasota, FL 34241

Pet Types: dogs

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Satchel's Last Resort

8101 Coash Road, Sarasota, FL 34241

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Florida Brittany Rescue, Inc.

Myakka City, FL 34251

Pet Types: dogs

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Donte's Den

6801 - 283rd Street East, Myakka City, FL 34251

Pet Types: dogs

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Humane Society at Lakewood Ranch

26920 Gopher Hill Rd, Myakka City, FL 34251

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Hooves, Paws, and Claws Animal Sanctuary of Florida

4455 Kersey Rd Myakka City, Myakka City, FL 34251

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Tender Heart Charities Inc

Sarasota, FL 34232

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Last Chance Animal Sanctuary Inc.

Sarasota, FL 34232

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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People-4-PAWS

4127 Via Piedra Circle, Sarasota, FL 34233

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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