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Puppies and dogs in Lincoln, Nebraska

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

Porsche

German Shepherd Dog

Female, 2 yrs 1 mo

Lincoln, NE

Size

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

Details

Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Hi! I’m Porsche. 🐾✨ Yes — like the car. And honestly? The name fits. I’m about a year and a half old, full of energy, and built for movement. I’ve got that classic German Shepherd brain — smart, alert, and ready to go. But I also have a soft side that just wants attention and connection. I recently came back to the shelter after a short stay in a home. Transitions can be a lot for a young shepherd like me. Big changes, new dogs, new environments — it’s overwhelming when everything happens at once. I’m still learning how to slow down and settle when life moves fast. Here’s what I can tell you about the real me: I’m friendly. I’m sweet. I love attention. 💕 I know sit and down, and I come when you call my name. I enjoy car rides 🚗 and I’m happiest when I have something to do — especially if it squeaks! Oh… and toys? They are my thing. 🎾 If there’s a squeaker inside, I will find it. Immediately. I love fetch — although sometimes I’d rather lie down and proudly chew on the ball like I just won a championship. I can get very focused on my toys (I take play seriously!). When I first come out of a kennel, I’ve got some zoomies in me — that young shepherd energy! But once I’m in the yard and have space to move, I settle nicely. Structure helps me. Clear expectations help me. Slow introductions help me. I’m not a “throw me in the backyard and figure it out” kind of dog. I’m a “let’s build this the right way” kind of dog. With proper introductions, supervision, and guidance, I have all the potential in the world to thrive. I would do best with: A confident, experienced dog owner Structured routines Slow, thoughtful introductions to other pets Plenty of enrichment and toy time I’m young. I’m smart. I’m full of potential. And I’m ready for someone who wants to invest in me the right way. If you’re looking for a loyal, energetic companion with a playful heart and a working-dog brain, I might be your girl. Let’s do this properly — together. 💛 — Porsche 🐕

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Special Needs

Jessy

Silky Terrier

Male, Adult

Lincoln, NE

Size

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

Details

Good with kids, Needs special attention, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

My dog's name is Jessy, he is a silky terrier. I would love to keep him but I am no longer physically able to and he has some behavior issues he needs someone who can meet his care requirements by taking outside or going on walks. I am unable to. He also is only aggressive around me. No one else. He loves other people. When I'm not around he would be good with kids and I don't know about animals. I've never had him with any other ones so please he needs a good family that will love and take care of him.

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Safari

Labrador Retriever

Female, Adult

Lincoln, NE

Size

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

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Safari is a 5 1/2 yr old black lab. We have had her since she was a puppy. We acquired her at Dolly’s rescue. Safari is very playful and likes to just explore with the people she loves. She loves to be outside and play. She is really good with kids and other dogs. She does put here hackles up when meeting other dogs, but only because she gets really excited and that only lasts for a very short time. I’ve taken her to several dog parks over the years and she has done just fine with that. She loves to be off leash. She does walk on leash and can pull. We have used a gentle leader with her and she does great with that. She is a great dog and loves to give kisses. We are wanting to rehome her because we are not able to give her the life she deserves. She is cooped up in the house more than she can be free outside. We can no longer give her the time and love that she used to get. We are relocating to a different state and home where there is less freedom for her. She deserves better.

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Reynard

Australian Cattle Dog

Male, Adult

Lincoln, NE

Size

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

Details

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

Story

Reynard is a 4-year-old neutered Red Heeler with endless energy and an even bigger heart. He loves to stay active but is just as happy to curl up and snuggle. We're heartbroken to be searching for his forever home, but after welcoming our baby, Reynard has had a difficult time adjusting. We know he would thrive in a home better suited to his needs. Reynard needs an experienced, confident owner who is committed to continuing his training. He is reactive and aggressive toward other dogs and would do best as the only pet in a home with no young children. His herding instincts are also in full swing! Since rescuing him at 2 years old, he has worked with two professional trainers and has made some progress, but he still needs consistency, structure, and someone willing to continue helping him succeed. Reynard is incredibly loyal, affectionate, and has so much potential to be an amazing companion for the right person. Please reach out with any questions!

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Sami

Labrador Retriever Shar Pei

Male, Young

Lincoln, NE

Size

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

Details

Good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

I got Sami from the humane society in Omaha. He was born in February of 2024. He immediately warmed up to me. He is a super sweet, loyal boy. However, he has anxiety about other people. He has a hard time around my roommates or friends, shaking and cowering when he sees them. He has never been aggressive, like biting. He does bark when someone comes into the house or if he hears something outside, like a car. He comes out of his shell and seems more comfortable when around other dogs. In a new home, I think Sami would need someone patient and willing to work with him on his anxiety. Not too many people in the home would probably be better. He is also a very active boy. Daily long walks needed and trips to the dog park so he can run around. He also loves playing with chew toys. When left alone and bored, he sometimes chewed things up like charging cords. He is potty trained and does great in a kennel.

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Weston

Great Pyrenees German Shorthaired Pointer

Male, Puppy

Lincoln, NE

Size

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

Details

Good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Weston is a good, sweet boy who loves everyone. My son took him from someone who was planning to dump him. Unfortunately, my son works long hours and Weston has been left alone in the apartment for long periods of time. This is not a good life for a puppy at all. There have been problems with neighbors and apartment management and he can no longer live with my son. He's an active, 7-8 month old with lots of energy. He has been around other dogs and lived with a cat. The cat was not a fan, Weston just wanted to be friends and play together. The cat wouldbswipe at hime an Wes would back off. Wes just wants to love everyone. I have taken food, treats and toys away from him and he has never shown any aggression at all I really want to find Weston a home where he can have a good life. He would be great for someone who has the time to invest. He's loving, friendly and playful. But he is not very trained. He will need plenty of exercise and attention -- just like most dogs.

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Dog shelters and rescues in Lincoln, Nebraska

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Rescue

BAMM Rescue -Lincoln, NE Foster

Lincoln, NE 68508

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue Theory

Lincoln, NE 68521

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Brave Animal Rescue

LINCOLN, NE 68502

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Dolly's Legacy Animal Rescue

P.O. Box 23122, Lincoln, NE 68542

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Revolution Rescue

Lincoln, NE 68512

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Nebraska Italian Greyhound Rescue (IGRF)

All Areas in Nebraska, Lincoln, NE 68510

Pet Types: dogs

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The Phoenix Remix Animal Rescue

Lincoln, NE 68510

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

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MidAmerica Rottweiler Rescue

PO Box 6221, Lincoln, NE 68506

Pet Types: dogs

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Max Raven Animal Rescue

4516 Sherman Street, Lincoln, NE 68506

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

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Big Red Rescue of the Heartland

2840 South 70th Street Suite # 7-288, Lincoln, NE 68506

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, small animals

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Affenpinscher Afghan Hound Airedale Terrier Akbash Akita Alaskan Klee Kai Alaskan Malamute American Bulldog American Cocker Spaniel American Eskimo Dog American Hairless Terrier American Pit Bull Terrier American Staffordshire Terrier Anatolian Shepherd Aussiedoodle Australian Cattle Dog Australian Kelpie Australian Shepherd Australian Terrier Basenji Basset Hound Beagle Bearded Collie Beauceron Bedlington Terrier Belgian Laekenois Belgian Malinois Belgian Shepherd Belgian Tervuren Bernedoodle Bernese Mountain Dog Bichon Frise Black Mouth Cur Black and Tan Coonhound Bloodhound Blue Lacy/Texas Lacy Bluetick Coonhound Bolognese Border Collie Border Terrier Borzoi Boston Terrier Bouvier des Flandres Boxer Boykin Spaniel Briard Brittany Brussels Griffon Bull Terrier Bullmastiff 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

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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