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Puppies and dogs in Ocean City, New Jersey

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Ocean City, 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.
We'll also keep you updated on Finnegan's adoption status with email updates.
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Finnegan

American Cocker Spaniel

Male, Adult
Ventnor City, NJ
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
My boy Finnegan (Finn) is my best boy , my roommate !! He is the sweetest boy ever ..He loves playing ball on the beach or in the yard .. I’ve been making his food for the past year ..He will bark at other dogs as a way of protecting whomever is holding the leash ..However he has never bit anyone or anything ..He is the best cuddler in the world ..I’m Moving to SE Asia and slow traveling in retirement as much as I’d love to take him and have thought rigorously I know the daily moving and traveling would crush him ..so it’s CRUSHING me to let him go 🥲
We'll also keep you updated on Chloe's adoption status with email updates.
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Chloe

Shih Tzu

Female, Adult
Egg Harbor Twp, NJ
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Chloe will be 10 years old on June 12. I have had her since she was 6 weeks old. She’s my best friend but unfortunately I’m moving and unable to bring her with me. I have no one in my family or any friends that are able to keep her for me. She’s so cute and energetic, she loves to play, cuddle & belly rubs. Cars rides and the vet makes her anxious. She’s also not the best with children or other dogs/cat, they scare her. She also doesn’t think she’s a dog lol so that’s probably another reason she doesn’t really like animals. I’m looking for a sweet loving home for her. It’s going to break both of our hearts to be separated but I’ll find some peace knowing she will be well taken care of.
We'll also keep you updated on Sadie's adoption status with email updates.
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Sadie

Staffordshire Bull Terrier Staffordshire Bull Terrier

Female, Senior
Egg Harbor Township, NJ
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
We got Sadie as a puppy from a breeder in NC with champion bloodlines. Since then we got married & now have two children, 6.5 & 4.5. Sadie will be 13 on 9/26. We love her but our schedules are not conducive to her needs now. She is in a crate while we are out & days are now too long. She has many lumps (a lot have been removed) but none are cancerous. She has recently (for the last year) had some incontinence issues. Not major. She drips minorly & requires pee pads at night. We are unsure if medication will work or not.She sleeps most of the day & only cries because she wants a blanket over her head. She has maybe an hour a day (usually around 5-6pm) that she is “active” but that just means she’s not sleeping. She still greets guests with a few jumps & kisses.She is an open bowl dog for food & water. Just grazes most of the day. No table food & is motivated by treats.She’s a great dog! Never chews anything. Only dislike is knowing when she is alone.Recent bloodwork was normal
We'll also keep you updated on Buoy's adoption status with email updates.
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Buoy

Golden Retriever Labrador Retriever

Male, Adult
Atlantic City, NJ
Size
(when grown) -
Details
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Story
Buoy is a 2 year neutered male lab/golden mix. He is waiting for his forever home and a family to love him. He does sit on command and waits for his reward. He will do well in a home with no small children. Primary Color: Black Secondary Color: White Age: 2yrs 3mths 0wks
We'll also keep you updated on Canela's adoption status with email updates.
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Canela

Labrador Retriever

Female, Adult
Atlantic City, NJ
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet Canela; she is a 2-year-old lab mix. She is looking for a loving forever home Primary Color: Black Secondary Color: White Age: 2yrs 11mths 1wks
We'll also keep you updated on Xylo's adoption status with email updates.
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Xylo

Mastiff

Male, Senior
Atlantic City, NJ
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
This is Xylo... This older gentleman has been here in our shelter since July 2023, due to a housing issue. Xylo is 7+ years, and 66 lbs, he's a true shadow dog, wanting to be by your side & getting all the loving. This big guy knows sit, paw, and down. Xylo loves to please his person. He can be dog selective and is recommended to be the only pet. We are recommending he go to a home with no small children due to his strength and size.Update 4/27/24 Xylo had a suspicious growth removed last week, but thankfully the biopsy came back that it was benign (Not cancer)! Now he's back to acting like a puppy again and ready for his furever family. Primary Color: Brown Brindle Secondary Color: White Age: 10yrs 0mths 4wks

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Angels On Paws Animal Rescue

Northfield, NJ 08225

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Beacon Animal Rescue

701 Butter Road, Ocean View, NJ 08230

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Atlantic County Animal Shelter

240 Old Turnpike Rd., Pleasantville, NJ 08232

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Atlantic County SPCA

Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234

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Nice Dog Pet Rescue Inc.

Egg Harber, NJ 08234

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The Humane Society of Atlantic County

1401 Absecon Boulevard, Atlantic City, NJ 08401

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WOOF RIVER ANIMAL RESCUE-New Jersey Transport

Atlantic City, NJ 08401

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Community Pet Care 2

1870 Route 47, Woodbine, NJ 08270

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Great Pyrenees Rescue of MO - NJ

Galloway, NJ 08205

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Atlantic County Canines

615 E Moss Mill Road, Shop #58, Galloway, NJ 08205

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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