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Puppies and dogs in Elizabeth, New Jersey

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Elizabeth, 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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Mahi

Mixed Breed (Medium) Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 9 mos
Newark, NJ
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet Mahi! This sweetheart is around 8 months old. He is a total love bug! Mahi lovvveeees other dogs and humans. He's become our resident "puppy whisperer" and greets new animals that come into our care by playing and showing them all the doggie ropes. He's just a super friendly, wiggly guy! Mahi does great walking on a leash and he is house trained - he does need work on not jumping when he sees you - he's a young excitbale guy and we know that with basic training, this boy will quickly learn. He's very smart and eager to please. Small children may be too exciting for him, at least until he's had some simple training. His first foster home in Puerto Rico had a 12 yearb old human, who Mahi did great with.
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Estrella

Chihuahua Mixed Breed (Small)

Female, 2 yrs
Newark, NJ
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Hi everyone! My name is Estrella (that means "star" in Spanish). I was abandoned at my house as a pregnant mama by my previous owner, after having my second unwanted litter! But, my neighbors were watching out for me and some humans at the Puerto Rico Dog Fund (PRDF) were called in to help me and my 6 babies born on Aug. 19th, 2023. I am so glad they did, as being a single mama without a human is hard. PRDF kept talking about me being such a "good girl" and letting them hold me and touch my 5-day old babies; of course I did! I need a babysitter! :) Enough about my past... let's chat about what I am like now and how we can become besties! While I am just weaning my puppies, I weigh 18 lbs. The vet said I am in great health, estimated to be 2 years old, I have now received all my vaccinations, and I will be spayed before I leave Puerto Rico to come to my new home in the States. In my old hood, the rescue group found me hanging with other dogs and getting along with any humans that wandered over to say hi. I really like to be petted and cuddled and I am GREAT in the car (who doesn't like an adventure?!?!) I would be great with another dog / pack and I could also be an only dog if you committed to keeping me social with walks and doggie dates. I currently live with another male lab, and I only bark when he gets too curious and gets close to my babies. Otherwise, we are buds. I really wag my tail and my whole body shimmies when my care team at the rescue comes to take care of us; I love attention! If I sound like a good match for you, apply today! I won't be ready to fly to my new home until mid-October, so I have time to heal from my spay surgery and my rescue care team can ensure I'm still in great shape. Let's get me a great family... I'm ready!!
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Sargas

Chihuahua Labrador Retriever

Male, 1 mo
Newark, NJ
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
Story
Hi Everyone! My name is Sargas, and I’m a wonderful sato from Puerto Rico! I was born on Aug. 19th to my Mama, Estrella (see her video bio too!) whose name means “star” in Spanish. My rescue team at the Puerto Rico Dog Fund (PRDF) thought it would be cool to name me and my siblings after the “brightest stars”. So, I am called Sargas, after the Sorpius constellation. I am sooo cute (that’s what everyone says, anyway). My mama is a chihuahua mix (17 lbs) and the neighbors report to the rescue team that my daddy is a lab mix (whoa!). I am one of the smaller puppies in the litter, and I have short, stout, muscular legs. I am more of a lover than a fighter (I walk away from the rassling to go snuggle with a human instead), but I have spunk! I am too young to adopt right now, but will be ready after my vaccinations by the end of October. My rescue team at the PRDF are currently screening applicants, and will send me to my approved home anywhere in the US (the adoption fee includes this cost). I hope we can become a family!
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Elnath

Chihuahua Labrador Retriever

Male, 1 mo
Newark, NJ
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
Story
Hi Everyone! My name is Elnath, and I’m a wonderful sato from Puerto Rico! I was born on Aug. 19th to my Mama, Estrella (see her video bio too!) whose name means “star” in Spanish. My rescue team at the Puerto Rico Dog Fund (PRDF) thought it would be cool to name me and my siblings after the “brightest stars”. So, I am called Elnath, which is part of the Taurus constellation. You know Taurus personalities are known for their strong personal attachments, and I am a LOVER. My mama is a chihuahua mix (17 lbs) and the neighbors report to the rescue team that my daddy is a lab mix (whoa!). I am currently one of the smaller puppies in the litter, and I have a beautiful, smooth, sleek black body. I am always up for a good cuddle, and I really react positively to human interaction. I am too young to adopt right now, but will be ready after my vaccinations by the end of October. My rescue team at the PRDF are currently screening applicants, and will send me to my approved home anywhere in the US (the adoption fee includes this cost). Let’s love each other to the fullest!
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Vega

Chihuahua Labrador Retriever

Female, 1 mo
Newark, NJ
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
Story
Hi Everyone! My name is Vega, and I’m a wonderful sato from Puerto Rico! I was born on Aug. 19th to my Mama, Estrella (see her video bio too!) whose name means “star” in Spanish. My rescue team at the Puerto Rico Dog Fund (PRDF) thought it would be cool to name me and my siblings after the “brightest stars”. So, I am called Vega, which means “weaving girl”, because I weave in and out of the puppy shenanigans! I am a sweet girl, and have a good mix of play and cuddle in me. My mama is a chihuahua mix (17 lbs) and the neighbors report to the rescue team that my daddy is a lab mix (whoa!). I have a beautiful, smooth, sleek black body with lots of fun white swoops in my coat like two of my brothers. I am too young to adopt right now, but will be ready after my vaccinations by the end of October. My rescue team at the PRDF are currently screening applicants, and will send me to my approved home anywhere in the US (the adoption fee includes this cost). I cannot wait to meet my new family!
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Nunki

Chihuahua Labrador Retriever

Female, 1 mo
Newark, NJ
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
Story
Hi Everyone! My name is Nunki, and I’m a wonderful sato from Puerto Rico! I was born on Aug. 19th to my Mama, Estrella (see her video bio too!) whose name means “star” in Spanish. My rescue team at the Puerto Rico Dog Fund (PRDF) thought it would be cool to name me and my siblings after the “brightest stars”. So, I am called Nunki, which is part of the Sagitarious constellation and is also referred to as the “handle of the teapot”, because I am petite and curl right up around your fingers. I am an incredibly sweet girl, and have a preference for my humans instead over the rowdy siblings that live with me (although I do like to jump into a wrestling match and then run to “tag” out with a human). My mama is a chihuahua mix (17 lbs) and the neighbors report to the rescue team that my daddy is a lab mix (whoa!). I have a beautiful, smooth, tri-colored body unique to my litter. I am too young to adopt right now, but will be ready after my vaccinations by the end of October. My rescue team at the PRDF are currently screening applicants, and will send me to my approved home anywhere in the US (the adoption fee includes this cost). Come pick me today and let’s get to starting a lifetime of cuddling!

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Dog shelters and rescues in Elizabeth, New Jersey

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

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Shelter

Elizabeth Animal Shelter

518 Trenton Ave, Elizabeth, NJ 07202

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

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Rescue

My Forever After Animal Rescue

Union, NJ 07083

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

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Shelter

Township of Union Animal Shelter

980 Jefferson Avenue, Union, NJ 07083

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

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Rescue

All Star Pet Rescue

PO Box 301, Linden, NJ 07036

Pet Types: dogs

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Shelter

Friends of Linden Animal Shelter

1 Range Road, Linden, NJ 07036

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

New Life Boxer Rescue - NJ

P.O. Box 834, Kenilworth, NJ 07033

Pet Types: dogs

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Rott-n-Dog Rescue-New Jersey

Foster Homes, Newark, NJ 07114

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

The Puerto Rico Dog Fund - East Coast

Newark, NJ 07114

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Shelter

AHS / Newark Branch

124 Evergreen Avenue, Newark, NJ 07114

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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Rescue

P.S. I Love You! Animal Rescue - NJ Chapter

Cranford, NJ 07016

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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