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Puppies and dogs in Schenectady, New York

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

Koal

Labradoodle

Male, 2 yrs

Glenville, NY

Size

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

Details

Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered,

Story

What are you waiting for? Apply today! Click here to apply for the pet Meet Koal, a delightful male Poodle mix currently searching for his forever home in Glenville, NY. At around 2 years old and weighing about 35 pounds, Koal is about the perfect size for a medium-sized dog. Known for his friendly nature, he enjoys the company of other dogs, making him an excellent candidate for a multi-pet household. While his training history isn't clear, his charming personality is sure to win you over. Koal is still on his journey to becoming house trained, so a patient and loving owner would be ideal. If you think you’re ready to welcome this sweet companion into your life, he’s waiting for you! What are you waiting for? Apply today! What are you waiting for? Apply today! Click here to apply for the pet

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Eleanor URGENT HELP NEEDED‼️

Great Dane

Female, Young

Schenectady, NY

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

🚨 ELEANOR IS ABOUT TO LOSE EVERYTHING — PLEASE DON’T LET HER BE NEXT 🚨 Eleanor didn’t do anything wrong. She didn’t fail anyone. She’s just being dumped… along with her siblings and her mama. 💔 At just 2 years old and 96 lbs, Eleanor is a stunning, gentle soul who should be safe in a home—not facing an uncertain future. And the worst part? She doesn’t understand why her whole world is falling apart. ⸻ ✨ About Eleanor: 🐾 Dog friendly 🐾 People friendly 🐾 Spayed & up to date on vaccines 🐾 Sweet, steady, and affectionate 🐾 Big, beautiful girl with an even bigger heart She’s the kind of dog who leans into you… the kind who just wants to be part of a family. ⸻ 💔 But right now, she’s at risk of losing everything she’s ever known. Dogs like Eleanor—large, overlooked, and suddenly homeless— are the ones who run out of time the fastest. And once they’re gone… there’s no undoing it. ⸻ 👉 She doesn’t need perfection. 👉 She doesn’t need anything fancy. She just needs someone to say YES before it’s too late. ⸻ 🚨 Eleanor is urgent and needs a hero NOW. Please don’t let her story end like this. After everything… she deserves a future. 💔 PLEASE HELP TEXT KAREN 4136298152

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SENIOR Cooper URGENT HELP ‼️

American Staffordshire Terrier

Male, Senior

Schenectady, NY

Size

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

Details

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

Story

HELP ‼️ Meet Cooper 🐾 Cooper came in as a stray and quickly won hearts with his love for butt scratches and his perfect leash manners. He’s a sweet, easy-going boy who enjoys being close to his people and is dog friendly too. ✨ About Cooper: • Walks beautifully on a leash • LOVES butt scratches • Dog friendly • Gentle personality Cooper is not a fan of nail trims (many dogs feel the same!) and can sometimes be a little wobbly with his balance, but he keeps going with a happy attitude and just wants love and comfort. He deserves a calm, patient home where he can relax, feel safe, and enjoy the good life he’s been waiting for. PLEASE TEXT KAREN 4136298152

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Bella

American Staffordshire Terrier

Female, 3 yrs 2 mos

Schenectady, NY

Size

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

Details

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

Story

Introducing sweet Bella! Bella’s story is nothing short of miraculous. This beautiful 3‑year‑old girl was pulled from a Tennessee shelter just minutes before she was scheduled for euthanasia. Today, she’s safe, loved, and ready to find her forever family. At 46 lbs, Bella is the perfect medium-sized companion. She’s quiet, shy, and incredibly affectionate once she feels secure. She loves slow walks, sniffing around the yard, snuggling into her blankets, and hopping in the car for a ride. She’s fully house‑trained and has a gentle, calming presence. Bella is fully vaccinated and will be spayed before adoption. She’s located in TN, and transport can be arranged. To learn more about Bella or to apply, please reach out to Julie at 919‑624‑0059 or julie@arcadiarescue.org.

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Bella

American Staffordshire Terrier

Female, 3 yrs 2 mos

Schenectady, NY

Size

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

Details

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

Story

Bella – The Sweetest Survivor Looking for Her Family Meet Bella, a 3‑year‑old, 46‑lb pittie mix with the gentlest soul and the softest eyes. This beautiful girl was saved from euthanasia in a Tennessee shelter at the very last moment, and she hasn’t stopped showing gratitude since. Bella knows she got a second chance, and she’s ready to give her whole heart to the family who chooses her. Bella is currently staying with a loving Rover sitter, but she truly needs a forever home where she can settle in and feel safe. She’s wonderfully calm and well‑behaved in the home, walks beautifully on a leash, and is the perfect TV‑time companion. Whether you want a quiet buddy or a sweet shadow following you around, Bella fits right in. She is fully vaccinated and will be spayed prior to adoption. Bella is located in Tennessee, and transport is available to many areas. If you’d like to learn more or think Bella might be your perfect match, please contact Julie: 📞 919‑624‑0059 📧 julie@arcadiarescue.org Bella is ready for love — let’s help her find the home she deserves.

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Chalupa

Hound (Unknown Type) German Shorthaired Pointer

Male, 3 yrs 2 mos

Schenectady, NY

Size

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

Details

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

Story

🐾 Meet Chalupa — Your Future Adventure Buddy & Professional Snuggler 🐾 Chalupa is a 3‑year‑old, 44‑lb sweetheart who was saved just in time from a shelter in Tennessee, along with his sister Nachos. Now he’s safe, fully vaccinated, and will be neutered prior to adoption — all he needs is a family to love. This boy is the full package: Lovable and people‑oriented — he soaks up affection Quiet and gentle — not a big barker Curious and outdoorsy — loves exploring the yard or going for walks Learning his house training — he’s smart and eager to please Currently in paid boarding — but he dreams of a home of his own Chalupa is located in Tennessee, and transport is available to approved adopters in many areas. If you’re looking for a loyal companion with a big heart and an even bigger desire to belong, Chalupa might be your guy. 📩 Contact Julie: Phone: 919‑624‑0059 Email: julie@arcadiarescue.org Give Chalupa the chance he’s been waiting for — he’s ready to love you forever.

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Dog shelters and rescues in Schenectady, New York

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

Here are a few organizations closest to you:

Rescue

Heaven Sent Animal Rescue

PO Box 2583, Glenville, NY 12325

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Arcadia Animal Rescue - NY, Greater Albany Area - Transport and Foster Homes

Schenectady, NY 12303

Pet Types: cats, dogs, small animals

Rescue

Pound Hounds ResQ - Schnectedy, NY

Schnectedy, NY 12306

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Good Shepherd K9 Rescue

Schenectady, NY 12306

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Petey's Legacy Inc

Schenectady, NY 12306

Pet Types: dogs

Shelter

Animal Protective Foundation

53 Maple Avenue, Glenville, NY 12302

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

Rescue

Mountain Rottie Rescue

PO Box 350, Clifton Park, NY 12065

Pet Types: dogs

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8Acre K9 Rescue and Rehabilitation Inc

Charlton, NY 12019

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Friends Fur Life - Albany Transport Destination

Albany, NY 12084

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Help Orphan Puppies, Inc.

Albany, NY 12205

Pet Types: dogs

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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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