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Puppies and dogs in Annapolis, Maryland

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Annapolis, Maryland. To learn more about each adoptable dog, click on the "i" icon for fast facts, or their photo or name for full details.
We'll also keep you updated on Muggs's adoption status with email updates.
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Muggs

Miniature Pinscher Chihuahua

Male, Senior
Annapolis, MD
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Muggs was adopted in Virginia during Covid after he was fostered for a few months and wormed his way into our hearts. He has since lived in Oregon, California and back to Maryland. He is approximately 9 years old and very handsome if a little small, weighing in at 7-8lbs. Unfortunately he is very very very attached to my wife which makes him very grumpy when our young children get in-between him and my wife which makes for a somewhat what fraught environment especially as we are expecting another one shortly we have made the hard decision to find him a new home. When on leash outside he reacts poorly with other dogs but when off leash he is fine and has lived in houses with other dogs and cats with no problems. He would be a perfect companion for someone older as while he loves his walks his prime activity is basking in the sun or curled up in a blanket with his owner asleep.
We'll also keep you updated on Emma's adoption status with email updates.
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Emma

American Pit Bull Terrier Retriever (Unknown Type)

Female, Adult
Annapolis, MD
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with cats, Needs special attention, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Emma is energetic, affectionate, smart, and playful. However, she is still being leash trained. Emma acts like a puppy and chews everything. She has bitten when panicked, as when she got tangled in her tether. With an experienced, athletic owner, Emma could be a wonderful dog! I'm a senior citizen , and she needs more exercise than my slow walks give her. Emma is on meds for a skin allergy. Otherwise, she is in perfect health.
We'll also keep you updated on Lilo's adoption status with email updates.
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Lilo

Great Pyrenees Golden Retriever

Female, Young
Annapolis, MD
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Lilo is 5 years old, she is a Great Pyrenees mix that we adopted from our local shelter a few years ago. She is a good dog and is both crate trained and trained with an e-collar. We need to re-home her because we are having our second child and she can be very protective of her food and her toys. She would do best in an active home with a fenced in yard. She loves to play with sticks and play fetch. She gets along with our chocolate lab, and with other dogs as long as they aren't in our yard. She does have the double duclaw on her rear paws that require attention to make sure they don't grow around into the paw, we have them professionally trimmed a few times a year. Her shots are up to date and she's very healthy.
We'll also keep you updated on Peanut's adoption status with email updates.
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Peanut

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Female, Young
Edgewater, MD
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
She can’t wait to meet you and go to her forever home! Peanut is a sweet, loving, fun, well trained ~5 yr old puppers. She is an amazing pet who we chose to foster-rescue to bring her to great health and provide training. We invested in this darling dog so she’d be your perfect best friend.She is: * healthy with a beautiful shiny coat. * professionally trained and knows the major commands including sit, down, stay, heal, off, place, outside, park, walk, ball, toy, treat, food, gentle, good girl, snuggle,. * crate trained and does not have accidents in the house. * loves people and is really friendly. * loves to snuggle. * loves tugging on/playing fetch with toys. * energetic in a good way and loves walks/playing. We recommend no small animals (ex: cats) or children and other dogs after a successful meet & greet. We will provide the adopter w dog food, toys, crates/pads, car seat, snuffle, leashes, treats, toys, sweaters, winter jacket, raincoat, and lots more.
We'll also keep you updated on Chocolate's adoption status with email updates.
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Chocolate

Chihuahua Chihuahua

Male, Puppy
Edgewater, MD
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Chocolate - a 10 week old male chihuahua puppy. Great loving personality. Smart and showing signs of loyalty. Beautiful milk chocolate color with a marshmallow white belly. Parents are both 5 pound chihuahuas. He is estimated to be between 5 to 7 pounds. About as small as a dog can get without being fragile. Healthy, strong, calm, cool and tiny. We would love to keep him but We have others to care for and would love to find him a wonderful home.
We'll also keep you updated on Bill's adoption status with email updates.
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Bill

Bloodhound

Male, Adult
Arnold, MD
Size
(when grown) X-Large 101 lbs (46 kg) or more
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Absolutely loveable and cuddly. Bill believes he is a lap dog and I call him Prince Billiam. Very laid back and chill.

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SPCA of Anne Arundel County

1815 Bay Ridge Avenue, Annapolis, MD 21403

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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Maryland Animal Rescue

116 Legion Ave., Annapolis, MD 21401

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Maryland Animal Adoption Center

PO Box 6432, Annapolis, MD 21401

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Chesapeake Shepherd & K-9 Rescue

Annapolis, MD 21401

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Lab Rescue LRCP - Annapolis MD

Annapolis, MD 21401

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MidAtlantic Samoyed Rescue

PO Box 0526, Mayo, MD 21037

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KRPetz - Working K9's

PO Box 278, Arnold, MD 21012

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Delmarva Poodle Rescue

Crownsville, MD 21032

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Blue Ridge Gordon Setter Club Rescue

Severna Park, MD 21146

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Island Puppy Rescue

Stevensville, MD 21666

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