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Puppies and dogs in Nebraska

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Adopt a dog in Nebraska

These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Nebraska. 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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Beenie Weenie

Chinese Crested/Shih Tzu

Male, Young
Omaha, NE
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained,
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If you were wondering what happens when you cross a majestic gargoyle with a very concerned Harry Potter house elf (and name him after a savory snack) look no further. Those bat ears? Radar-ready. Those tufts of hair? Pure wizard chic. That facial expression? A mix of deep, ancient wisdom and absolute confusion as to why a literal beanie weanie (or piece of cheese) hasn’t magically appeared in his mouth yet. *13 months old *Chinese crested/shih Tzu mix *Male *Weight - 11.25 pounds *Medical- up to date, including neuter and microchip *Personality - initially cautious, curious and once comfortable full time snuggle buddy *Good with cats and dogs - *Human Children - unknown but based on current exposure he would do well with respectful children *Men - LOVES them. Yes, he is fine with women, but he loves him a man. *Potty trained - I'm gonna say 99.99% because we're still learning each other's language.   To help pay for vet bills and care (transportation, food, toys, etc..) a $450 donation is requested at the time of adoption. All of our adoptions are contingent upon an approved application, home visit, reference check, obedience training agreement, and signing of adoption contract. All our dogs are spayed/neutered, vaccinated, and microchipped before adoption. Our dogs are companion animals that live indoors as part of your family. Please do not apply if your plan is to have them as outside dogs, garage dogs, porch dogs or outside kennel dogs.  We do not ship dogs.   All of our dogs are in private foster homes. We are not a shelter with hours. A visit can be arranged after an adoption questionnaire has been filled out and sent in. Please try to email first. We are all volunteers that work so we can not easily take or make phone calls.October 30, 2026, 1:48 pm
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Toblerone

Dachshund

Male, Adult
Lincoln, NE
Size
(when grown) -
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Primary Color: Brown Weight: 11.1 Age: 5yrs 0mths 1wks
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Lucy

Labradoodle

Female, Adult
Lincoln, NE
Size
(when grown) -
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Primary Color: Black Secondary Color: White Weight: 67 Age: 2yrs 0mths 1wks
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Hecate

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 4 yrs 1 mo
Grand Island, NE
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
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Story
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Ford

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 3 mos
Beatrice, NE
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
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Chevy

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 3 mos
Beatrice, NE
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
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Shelters & rescues in Nebraska

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

Here are a few organizations closest to you:

Shelter

Helping Paws Pawzitive Change

472 North Shore Drive, South Sioux City, NE 68776

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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12 Hills Dog Rescue

3175 H Ave, Walthill, NE 68067

Pet Types: dogs

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Animal Shelter of Northeast Nebraska

1000 East Omaha Ave, Norfolk, NE 68701

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

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Sugarland Rescue

Norfolk, NE 68701

Pet Types: dogs

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Jeanette Hunt Blair Animal Shelter

147 S. 4th St., PO Box 233, Blair, NE 68008

Pet Types: cats, dogs, small animals

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IDOG Rescue - Fremont, Nebraska

348 E. 6th Street, Fremont, NE 68025

Pet Types: dogs

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Grants Wishes

Fremont, NE 68025

Pet Types: dogs

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Pug Partners of Nebraska

PO Box 752, Fort Calhoun, NE 68023

Pet Types: dogs

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Australian Shepherds Furever - Nebraska Chapter

2910 S. Archibald # A 607, Omaha, NE 68007

Pet Types: dogs

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Scatter Joy Acres Inc

4966 Newport Avenue, Omaha, NE 68152

Pet Types: cats, dogs, farm animals, horses, rabbits, small animals

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