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Puppies and dogs in Salisbury, Maryland

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We'll also keep you updated on Peaches's adoption status with email updates.
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Peaches

Pit Bull Terrier

Female, Adult
Salisbury, MD
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
** Peaches is in a Foster Home. Please submit an application in order to meet her. **Meet Peaches!   Peaches is a zoomies loving, puzzle winning, tug of war aficionado, and that's just scratching the surface with her. Here's a few things you should know about her:•knows the "place" command and is improving and expanding on it with practice•loves to run•crate trained and quiet as a mouse in it•knows the "heel" command and is working on holding it with distractions•loves an adventure•sits at doorways•lovesss toys   These are just a few things that make Peaches the beautiful girl she is. The best way to get to know her is to come see for yourself all she has to offer!   Peaches does show some reactivity towards other dogs, mostly smaller ones, as well as small animals. She is improving with redirection training and we think she may be okay in a home with other animals with a family that can continue her training and keep interactions supervised! As always, meet and greets between dogs are required!   While we love having her here, she deserves a couch of her own. If a dog who loves hard, plays hard, and sleeps hard sounds like the right fit for you, apply and set up a time to meet her, she may just be your next greatest choice! Primary Color: Brown Brindle Weight: 51.2 Age: 2yrs 9mths 0wks
We'll also keep you updated on Gobbles's adoption status with email updates.
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Gobbles

Pit Bull Terrier

Male, Young
Salisbury, MD
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Needs special attention,
Story
Gobble Gobble Gobble Thanksgiving is here and I am the main attraction!Hi I'm Gobbles! They said I was a silly boy so I needed a silly name. I am a one year old, pitty mix, who is currently 43 pounds. Which makes me the perfect medium size dog for any family. Speaking of family, we don't know about my past family, because I came in as a stray. However, I currently like dogs, cats, kids, and all humans! So I would be happy to join any family!I know Thanksgiving is soon, so I might not be able to be your Turkey-pal but the other holidays are right around the corner and I was told you can have some Gobbles Turkey any time!Come meet me, I can't wait to meet you! Primary Color: Black Brindle Secondary Color: White Weight: 42.2 Age: 1yrs 3mths 1wks
We'll also keep you updated on Jitterbug's adoption status with email updates.
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Jitterbug

Labrador Retriever

Female, Young
Salisbury, MD
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet Jitterbug! Jitterbug is a young dog who is eager to learn and even more eager to love. She is all fun, all the time. With the structure and consistency a home of her own could give her, she would thrive! Jitterbug knows her basic commands and is working on her leash walking. She loves toys and to run outside in the play yards. She is a high energy girl, and would love a home that can give her the outlets she needs. Jitterbug is also incredibly smart, and is a good listener. A home that can continue her training and work her brain will turn her into the best girl she can be! Jitterbug does not react well to cats, and would do best in a feline-free home. While she shows some dog reactivity, we think she could live with a dog that matches her energy. If she sounds like the right fit for you, fill out an application and come meet her right at the shelter! She would love to meet you! Primary Color: Tan Secondary Color: Black Weight: 47.6 Age: 1yrs 9mths 4wks
We'll also keep you updated on Bailey's adoption status with email updates.
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Bailey

German Shepherd Dog

Female, Adult
Salisbury, MD
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
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Story
Calling all Shepherd lovers - we have another beautiful girl wondering where her forever home is!Meet Bailey! This stunning German Shepherd was surrendered to us due to her previous owner moving and being unable to take her along. Bailey has experienced several moves in her young life, and from what we're told, she's more than ready for stability, consistency, and a place to truly call home.Bailey is 2½ years old, a full German Shepherd weighing just over 60 pounds. She's intelligent, loyal, and looking for someone who understands and appreciates the shepherd breed. Bailey would thrive in a home with breed experience - one that's committed to training, structure, and giving her a job or purpose. Like many shepherds, she does best when she has something to focus on and someone to bond closely with.The shelter transition took Bailey a little longer than most. With all the changes she's been through, that's completely understandable. She's becoming calmer and more comfortable each day, but we truly believe her full personality will shine once she's back in a stable home environment.At this time, Bailey has not yet been tested with other dogs or cats, but we plan to do so soon. She is up to date on all vaccines and will be scheduled for spay.Bailey is ready to settle down for good - no more moving, no more uncertainty. Just loyalty, love, and a fresh start with her forever family.So... where are all our Shepherd lovers? Primary Color: Black Secondary Color: Tan Weight: 61.8 Age: 2yrs 6mths 1wks
We'll also keep you updated on Fendi's adoption status with email updates.
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Fendi

Pit Bull Terrier

Female, Adult
Salisbury, MD
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Fendi here! Reporting for duty! I'm named for those high quality shoes and you are going to need to get yourself some so we can hit the ground running in style! I'm a busy gal looking for adventure.Chasing wildlife, cats, skunks ...an elusive game of hide and seek with the animal control officer under a shed is quite a party. That lifestyle is too enticing for me so we need to dial that down. Car rides and hikes on leash are best for me. I was selected to attend this HSWC army recruitment event and I'm looking to be all I can be! Come join me in my pursuit of a great life- no make that a pawsome life!!🐕‍🦺🟢🟡I came here with my son and another housemate. I can be alright with them two. Others we will have to see. Meetings and greetings are required with other yappers to see if we dig. 👡I'm Friendly with people.👟Strong walker. 46 pounds lean and sweet!🥾Smart and learning Leash manners everyday.👢ambitious, 👞curious,👠bold,🥾prepared, 🛼adventurous, ⛸️inspired, and empowered.Reaching deep inside me for things I've never known. It's been tough ruff going. And I don't want to do it all alone anymore. I do more before 9 am than most dogs do all day.I want to get an edge on life and find my future in your faarmily. 🙀🚫❌No cats or ❌🚫🐣chickens please. But I will make you look good as I model my designer fur suit - the envy of all on A row. Come and spring me from boot camp. I'm ready to take this to the next level. Looking for nice flow and a good match. If you think you can keep up with me and want a stylish companion 📋sign up for my fan club and adopt me TODAY!!Maybe my kid too... he's as cool as me! Primary Color: Chocolate Merle Weight: 57.6 Age: 3yrs 5mths 2wks
We'll also keep you updated on Goose's adoption status with email updates.
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Goose

Pit Bull Terrier

Male, Adult
Salisbury, MD
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, Needs special attention, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Goose has recently been returned due to no fault of his own.Unfortunately, he has returned with a couple more pounds then we would like to see. Now being 20ish pounds overweight, his new adopter should be aware that, for his health, he NEEDS exercise and a measured diet! Below is what his bio was the last time he was with us.I am a 3 year old, Male, PitBull.Goose!!Who doesn't just loooove a Goose ?"And he has the cutest freckles."Goose  always seems to follow cute and boy is this guy CUTE...HANDSOME...CHARMING...FUNNY..Lighthearted...Carefree...Fun loving...SWEET ...(don't forget Sweet!!)What's that? you love a big blockhead...Well come on down to HSWC Goose factory and get your own custom Goose.This guy is amazing. You may have to get in line behind the Animal Control officer who has fallen for him, but he is worth the wait.You can't help but smile when you're with him.He will be stuck in your head when you leave.Counting down the days hours minutes until you can frolic again with Goose.What the heck? You can't live without him!!That's what we thought.. another Goose Fan.Join club Goose and your days will be Fun Filled Forever.No need to be fancy he doesn't need no fluff.He just wants ears scratches and belly rubs and he's all good.He loves his walks.And hugs.Goose loves car rides and adventures with Mr Animal Control man. He feels special when he rides shotgun on patrol.You are signing up for a great companion who will offer to drive with you on errands.He pulls his own weight, he's no free loader.For now, he waits for you....But when finally you come he will be full on for loveand finally found his forever Goose Family.He's nothing short of Fantastic!!🟢no dog reactivity. Meet and greets required for forever friends.🟢passed cats tests.🟢Loves people!! (ok with kids that he lives with but seemed hesitant of new small children visiting)58 pounds of friendly, fun-filled, freckle-faced, fur baby!! Primary Color: Tan Secondary Color: White Weight: 69 Age: 3yrs 11mths 2wks

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Humane Society of Wicomico County

5130 Citation Dr, Salisbury, MD 21804

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Crazy for Critters Animal Rescue

11414 Norris Twilley Rd., Mardela Springs, MD 21837

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The Humane Society of Somerset County, Maryland

PO Box 493, Princess Anne, MD 21853

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Kindness Matters Rescue

Berlin, MD 21811

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Worcester County Humane Society

12330 Eagles Nest Rd, Berlin, MD 21811

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HOMEWOODS RESCUE For the Wayward Hound

21160 Bivalve Lodge Road, Bivalve, MD 21814

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Paws for Rescue inc

Seaford, DE 19973

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Loving Arms Pet Placement East

Selbyville, DE 19975

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