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Puppies and dogs in New Jersey

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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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Sugar

Chihuahua/Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Female, Adult
Willingboro, NJ
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Not good with cats,
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Hi!  My name is Sugar and I am looking for a forever home.  I am one of several dogs that were surrendered to a small rescue after our owner had to go into assisted living and was unable to keep any of us.  A volunteer with that rescue contacted BCAA to see if they could help us and they said yes ... yeah!.  We are a collection of dogs that she has rescued over the years and we were all pretty scared when we first came into foster, but everyone has been so nice and patient with us that we are all coming out of our shells; my foster mom says I've done the best and came around the quickest (those treats and good food really helped!).  I am a small chihuahua mix at a little under 13lbs, and while I'm guesstimated to be around 7 years old, don't let my age fool you as I have lots of spunk and act much younger than I look, especially considering I'm a tri-pod.  I have gotten along with all of the other small dogs I have met but not so good with cats so I will need a home without them.  I have done well in my crate which I share with one of my friends without any accidents, barking, tearing up of bedding or any issues with eating side-by-side (although I will try and eat my friend's food after I'm finished with mine since she's a slower eater).  I've done ok on leash considering my previous owner said she never had me on one but I would love a fenced yard so I can run around and expore.  If you would like to meet me, please fill out an application which can be found at www.bcaaofnj.org.Interested in adopting this pet?Click here for BCAA's on-line Application! PLEASE NOTE: Our adoption fee helps to cover our expenses and includes all shots, *age appropriate*, distemper and rabies, fecal check, spay/neuter, heartworm test, grooming, and in many cases dental and also the fee we pay when we rescue from a shelter. December 7, 2025, 12:08 am
We'll also keep you updated on Molly's adoption status with email updates.
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Molly

Chihuahua/Dachshund

Female, Senior
Willingboro, NJ
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs,
Story
Hi!  My name is Molly and I am looking for a forever home.  I am one of several dogs that were surrendered to a small rescue after our owner had to go into assisted living and was unable to keep any of us.  A volunteer with that rescue contacted BCAA to see if they could help us and they said yes ... yeah!.  We are a collection of dogs that she has rescued over the years and we were all pretty scared when we first came into foster, but everyone has been so nice and patient with us that we are all coming out of our shells; my foster mom says I've done really well, know my name and will come now when called (those treats and a promise of breakfast or dinner helped!).  I appear to be a mix of chihuahua with dachshund as I have a longer body than my friend.  at a little under 13lbs, and while I'm guesstimated to be 10-12 years old, don't let my age fool you as I have lots of spunk and act much younger than I look.  I have gotten along with all of the other small dogs I have met but the verdict is out on cats as I have shown some interest in them.  I have done well in my crate which I share with one of my friends without any accidents, barking, tearing up of bedding or any issues with eating side-by-side (although I will try and eat my friend's food after I'm finished with mine since she's a slower eater).  I've done ok on leash considering my previous owner said she never had me on one but I would love a fenced yard so I can run around and expore.  If you would like to meet me, please fill out an application which can be found at www.bcaaofnj.orgInterested in adopting this pet?Click here for BCAA's on-line Application! PLEASE NOTE: Our adoption fee helps to cover our expenses and includes all shots, *age appropriate*, distemper and rabies, fecal check, spay/neuter, heartworm test, grooming, and in many cases dental and also the fee we pay when we rescue from a shelter. December 7, 2025, 12:08 am
We'll also keep you updated on Rosie's adoption status with email updates.
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Rosie

German Shepherd Dog

Female, Young
Bellmawr, NJ
Size
(when grown) -
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You can apply to adopt at: https://rileyrescue.org/dog-adoption/ You can see our available dogs at: https://rileyrescue.org/available-dogs/All dogs and puppies have been seen at least once by a licensed veterinarian, have had age appropriate vaccinations and have been deemed healthy for adoption.
We'll also keep you updated on Paisley's adoption status with email updates.
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Paisley

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, Puppy
Bellmawr, NJ
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
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You can apply to adopt at: https://rileyrescue.org/dog-adoption/ You can see our available dogs at: https://rileyrescue.org/available-dogs/All dogs and puppies have been seen at least once by a licensed veterinarian, have had age appropriate vaccinations and have been deemed healthy for adoption.
We'll also keep you updated on Poppy's adoption status with email updates.
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Poppy

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, Puppy
Bellmawr, NJ
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
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Story
You can apply to adopt at: https://rileyrescue.org/dog-adoption/ You can see our available dogs at: https://rileyrescue.org/available-dogs/All dogs and puppies have been seen at least once by a licensed veterinarian, have had age appropriate vaccinations and have been deemed healthy for adoption.
We'll also keep you updated on Pierce's adoption status with email updates.
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Pierce

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, Puppy
Bellmawr, NJ
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
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You can apply to adopt at: https://rileyrescue.org/dog-adoption/ You can see our available dogs at: https://rileyrescue.org/available-dogs/All dogs and puppies have been seen at least once by a licensed veterinarian, have had age appropriate vaccinations and have been deemed healthy for adoption.

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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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Angels Helping Animals

Moorestown, NJ 08057

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Almost Home Animal Shelter

9140 C Pennsauken Highway, Pennsauken, NJ 08109

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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Delaware Valley Bichon Rescue

Pennsauken, NJ 08109

Pet Types: dogs

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Tiny Paws Rescue Inc

Camden County, NJ 08002

Pet Types: dogs

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Animal Sanctuary Society Inc.

PO Box 24, Mt. Laurel, NJ 08054

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Friends of the Burlington County Animal Shelter

3111 Route 38, Suite 11, #238, Mount Laurel, NJ 08054

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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The Polished Pitbull Mount Laurel

Union Mill Road, Mount Laurel, NJ 08054

Pet Types: dogs

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One Love Animal Rescue

Mount Laurel, NJ 08054

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Randall's Rescue

P.O. Box 1281, Mount Laurel, NJ 08054

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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