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Puppies and dogs in Iowa City, Iowa

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Adopt a dog in Iowa City, Iowa

These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Iowa City, Iowa. To learn more about each adoptable dog, click on the "i" icon for fast facts, or their photo or name for full details.

Chief

Labrador Retriever Mixed Breed (Large)

Male, 6 mos

Riverside, IA

Size

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

Details

Good with dogs, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Handsome Chief is one of 5 Labrador mix puppies who escaped a tough situation but retained their gentle kindness. Chief loves his toys! His foster mom says he especially likes to gather up his toys and pile them in his secret hidey-hole. So cute! Chief has a short, velvety soft coat that is a joy to touch. He has been neutered and is up to date on shots: all included in his adoption fee. This boy will be a handsome dog for sure, and a great companion! He's a real favorite at his foster home.

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Tundra

Cattle Dog Husky

Male, 5 mos

Riverside, IA

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

Meet Tundra and his heart-shaped nose! This adorably happy guy has a perky attitude that is accented by his perky ears. He loves to run and play with the resident dogs at his foster home, although he needs to be fed by himself. Tundra moved to Iowa from a high-kill shelter in Texas, and is crate and potty trained. He will is neutered and is up to date on vaccinations. Tundra enjoys chew toys and active play, but then he's ready to nap near his new best friends. He has a surprise brown patch on his rump and the backs of his ears! This fun, happy guy will be a great addition companion! He is smart and very trainable. Not recommended for small children, but he's good with other dogs in his foster home.

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Jack

Terrier (Unknown Type, Small)

Male, 2 mos

Riverside, IA

Size

(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Jack is one of an adorable litter of terrier mix puppies who were saved from euthanasia. Now, they are vetted and ready for a happy ending with a loving family! Jack is adventurous, spritely, and sweet. He is up to date on shots. Adopters MUST agree to neuter.

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Ditto

Terrier (Unknown Type, Small)

Male, 2 mos

Riverside, IA

Size

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

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Ditto is such a fun and adorable nugget! This boy with a naturally docked tail is the chunky monkey of his litter. He will likely be 25-30 pounds as an adult, as his mommy is a petite 27 pounds. Ditto is affectionate and playful, always ready for a cuddle after having a meal. This delightful boy was saved from euthanasia along with his family and is now up to date on shots. He's looking for a loving family and will provide lots of love in return! Adopters MUST agree to neuter.

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Dottie

Dachshund Terrier (Unknown Type, Small)

Female, 2 yrs

Riverside, IA

Size

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

Details

Good with kids, House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Meet lovely, sweet Dottie! Dottie was saved from euthanasia along with her four nursing puppies, but not she is ready to find a loving forever home of her very own. Dottie is kind, affectionate, and quiet. Her short coat is super easy to care for, and she willingly seeks out hugs and attention. She likes to snuggle on your lap and will be your very best friend in exchange for gentle care. She is a young lady and will be spayed after fully recovering from nursing. At only 27 pounds, she will be a great house dog.

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Emma

Labrador Retriever Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 7 mos

Riverside, IA

Size

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

Details

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

Story

Lovely Emma came to Iowa from a high-kill shelter in Oklahoma, but has adapted happily to life in her foster home. She gets along well with other dogs and lots of people! She is friendly, teachable, and a great companion for the disabled adult in her foster home. Emma has typical puppy energy, but she also likes to settle in for a good cuddle. She's willing to learn, and will be your very best buddy.

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Dog shelters and rescues in Iowa City, Iowa

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

Here are a few organizations closest to you:

Rescue

Baxter's Buddies Rescue

Iowa City, IA 52240

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Shelter

Iowa City Animal Care & Adoption Center

3910 Napoleon Lane, Iowa City, IA 52240

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

Rescue

Safely Sheltered Animal Rescue

Coralville, IA 52241

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Johnson County Humane Society

PO Box 2775, Iowa City, IA 52244

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

One Dog Rescue

Riverside, IA 52327

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Safe Haven of Iowa County

2783 Highway 6 Trail, South Amana, IA 52334

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Fur Fun Rescue, Inc

229 Badger Rd., Lisbon, IA 52253

Pet Types: dogs

Shelter

Dogs Forever of Iowa

809 Rockford Road SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Last Hope Animal Rescue

1825 16th Ave SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Shelter

Safe Journey Rescue

2275 16th Ave SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404

Pet Types: cats, dogs, small animals

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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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Puppies and dogs in Iowa City, Iowa

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Iowa City, Iowa. 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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Dog shelters and rescues in Iowa City, Iowa

Looking for a specific shelter or rescue?

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Popular dog breeds

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