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Puppies and dogs in Petal, Mississippi

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Petal, Mississippi. 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 Homer's adoption status with email updates.
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Homer

Labrador Retriever Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Male, Puppy
Hattiesburg, MS
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Needs experienced adopter,
Story
This sweet boy started following me on my morning walk so I brought him home after finding out he does not belong to anyone in our area (long story short). He so far has not had any accidents in the house and sleeps well in a crate. He is still a baby and needs to be properly trained but he seems smart and picks up commands quickly (with treats of course). He loves playing with my dogs and is super happy and friendly. I cannot Keep him myself because I have dogs of my own and run a small dog sitting and daycare service out of my home so I dont Have room for another permanent resident. I’m hoping he finds the perfect loving home for him. I currently have him wearing a cone because he has a large scar on his back that he won’t stop messing with (unknown how he got it. I found him with it). He is not micro chipped yet and nobody has come forward to claim him so far. Will you be his new mom or dad??
We'll also keep you updated on Alice's adoption status with email updates.
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Alice

Collie Shepherd (Unknown Type)

Female, 3 yrs 1 mo
Hattiesburg, MS
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
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Ginseng Tea

American Staffordshire Terrier Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 2 yrs 6 mos
Hattiesburg, MS
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
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Story
Stray Hold until 12/9/25 at 5:00 PM
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Smoosh

American Bulldog Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 3 yrs
Hattiesburg, MS
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
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Story
Stray Hold until 12/9/25 at 5:00 PM
We'll also keep you updated on Fantasia's adoption status with email updates.
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Fantasia

Jack Russell Terrier Feist

Female, 3 yrs
Hattiesburg, MS
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
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We'll also keep you updated on Phoenix's adoption status with email updates.
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Phoenix

German Shepherd Dog Great Dane

Male, 3 yrs 6 mos
Hattiesburg, MS
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
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Dog shelters and rescues in Petal, Mississippi

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

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Rescue

Ratbone Rescues (MS Chapter)

a, MS 39401

Pet Types: dogs

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Shelter

Southern Pines Animal Shelter

1901 N 31 Ave, Hattiesburg, MS 39401

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Love At First Sight Adoption Center of Hattiesburg

3422 Hardy Street, Hattiesburg, MS 39402

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Homeward Hound

Hattiesburg, MS 39402

Pet Types: dogs

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Jos Yorkie Rescue

65 Duval Stuart Road, Hattiesburg, MS 39402

Pet Types: dogs

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Hub City Humane Society

95 Jackson Rd, Hattiesburg, MS 39402

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Pine Belt Animal Rescue

PURVIS, MS 39475

Pet Types: dogs

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Lhasa Apso Southern Rescue - Mississippi

P. O. Box 1946, Purvis, MS 39475

Pet Types: dogs

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Lhasa Apso Southern Rescue

Knoxville, TN 39475

Pet Types: dogs

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Southern Cross Animal Rescue

1712 Hwy 184 E, Laurel, MS 39443

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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