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Puppies and dogs in New Jersey

Looking for a puppy or dog in New Jersey? Adopt a Pet can help you find a new best friend near you.

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in New Jersey. 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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Hera

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, < 1 month
Newark, NJ
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(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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Django

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female < 1 month
Newark, NJ
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(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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Flash

Dachshund

Male, Adult
Waterford Works, NJ
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(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
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Nutmeg

Shepherd (Unknown Type)

Female, Adult
Skillman, NJ
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Meet Nutmeg: A little spice, a lot of love.Have you ever met a dog who just needed a minute...and maybe a tennis ball? Meet Nutmeg - our stunning brindle beauty with soulful eyes and a heart that's just waiting for the right person to unlock it.Nutmeg can be a little shy when you first meet her. She's the kind of girl who likes to scope things out, take a breath, and make sure you pass the vibe check. But the second you produce a ball? Game on. Suddenly, she's all wiggles, zoomies and laser-focused enthusiasm. Tennis ball? Yes. Squeaky ball? Absolutely. ANY round object rolling toward her? Playtime!This sweet little girl came to us with skin that needed a little TLC, but she's well on the mend and feeling better every day. As her coat heals, her playful personality shines brighter and brighter. Underneath the gorgeous brindle exterior is a soft, snuggly soul who would love nothing more than to curl up next to her person after a good play session.Nutmeg is looking for a patient, loving home that understands that the best things in life take a little bit of time. Give her a moment to warm up, chuck her a ball, and you'll have a cuddly, loyal, goofy best friend for life.If you are interested in adopting, please fill out an application on our website www.savehomelessanimals.org. SAVE is operating by appointment-only for approved adopters. For more information please call SAVE at 609-309-5214. Primary Color: Brindle Weight: 45 Age: 2yrs 0mths 0wks
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Sophie

Pit Bull Terrier

Female, Young
Skillman, NJ
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Meet Sophie: 30ish pounds of permanent wiggles.If joy had a physical form, it would be a pocket-sized pit bull named Sophie. Sophie is small enough to fit perfectly in your lap and confident enough to believe she is actually a 150-pound life coach sent here to improve your mood. Her tail? It has two settings: wag and warp speed. We're fairly certain it could propel her up into space if she tried hard enough. NASA scientists are frankly, baffled. This girl is SILLY silly. She does full-body wiggles when she's excited (which is always), play bows at inappropriate times, and occasionally forgets that her back legs are attached to the rest of her. Toys? Yes. Zoomies? Definitely. Dramatic flops for belly rubs? Regularly.Sophie loves every human she meets. Tall, small, even the ones that claim they're not "dog-people." Sophie exists to charm them all. If you're looking for a dog with endless zest for life, a permanently wagging backside, and the emotional depth of a golden retriever in a fun-sized pup package - Sophie is your girl to the moon and back.If you are interested in adopting, please fill out an application on our website www.savehomelessanimals.org. SAVE is operating by appointment-only for approved adopters. For more information please call SAVE at 609-309-5214. Primary Color: Brown Weight: 26.5 Age: 1yrs 0mths 2wks
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Reed

Labrador Retriever

Male, Puppy
Atlantic City, NJ
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This is Reed, he's an 11 week old male lab mix from Kentucky. Reed came to HSAC with his siblings! Primary Color: Tan Secondary Color: Black Age: 0yrs 0mths 12wks

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Shelters & rescues in New Jersey

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

Here are a few organizations closest to you:

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Point Paws- Point Pleasant Boro Animal Welfare Committee

Point Pleasant, NJ 08742

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue Ridge

P.O. Box 223, Spring Lake, NJ 07762

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

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Jersey Shore Animal Center

185 Brick Blvd., Brick, NJ 08723

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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All about animals, NJ

PO Box 909, Brick, NJ 08723

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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BFF Dog Rescue NJ, Inc.

Brick, NJ 08723

Pet Types: dogs

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Northern Exposure Siberian Husky Rescue

PO Box 4224, Brick, NJ 08723

Pet Types: dogs

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Rebecca's Rescues

Brick, NJ 08723

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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MidAtlantic Bulldog Rescue

P. O. Box 155, Belmar, NJ 07719

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Mutts-N-More Rescue

Neptune, NJ 07753

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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