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Puppies and dogs in North Carolina

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

Lexi

German Shepherd Dog/Golden Retriever

Female, Puppy

Cedar Mountain, NC

Size

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

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,

Story

Lexi is the kind of puppy who makes you stop mid-sentence and say, “Okay… this one’s going to be something special.” At just 14 weeks old, this German Shepherd/Golden Retriever Mix is already showing off a brilliant, eager mind. She learned “sit” in under five minutes — not just because she’s smart, but because she wants to engage. She watches you closely. She connects the dots quickly. She’s the type of pup who will thrive with training, adventure, and a family who enjoys bringing out the best in a bright young dog. And yes — she has energy. The fun kind. The “let’s go explore the world” kind. Lexi is full of spirit, curiosity, and joyful enthusiasm. She’s ready for hikes, yard zoomies, training sessions, and learning all the things. But underneath that lively puppy spark is a deeply people-oriented heart. She wants to be with you, learn from you, and grow alongside you. She’s already crate trained and doing beautifully with structure — a wonderful foundation for a puppy her age. She’s also fully vetted: spayed, up to date on her age-appropriate vaccines, and microchipped. Dogs are friends. Cats are friends. New experiences are opportunities. With the right guidance and continued consistency, Lexi is going to mature into an exceptional companion. She isn’t just looking for a home — she’s looking for a teammate. A family who sees her potential, invests in her mind, and welcomes a loyal sidekick for the long haul. If you’re ready to meet a smart, spirited puppy who will keep life interesting (and full of love), submit your no-obligation adoption application at www.AlmostHomeDogRescueNC.com. One of our adoption coaches will reach out to share even more about what makes Lexi so special. Follow us on Facebook @AlmostHomeDogRescueNC for updates on Lexi and other adoptable dogs waiting for their forever families.

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Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Male, 2 yrs

Gastonia, NC

Size

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

Details

Story

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Bodie

Collie/Australian Shepherd

Male, Adult

Charlotte, NC

Size

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

Details

Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained,

Story

Meet Bodie, a 46-pound Australian Shepherd and Collie mix who is looking for his forever home. At approximately 6 years old, Bodie has perfected the art of being a loyal companion; he is a true "velcro dog" who loves nothing more than following his foster mom wherever she goes. With his sweet nature and laid-back temperament, he is a versatile addition to almost any household. He currently lives peacefully with both dogs and cats, and while his herding instincts occasionally tempt him to chase a feline friend, he is a very good listener and responds immediately to corrections. Though there are no children in his current foster home, his calm and gentle demeanor suggests he would do wonderfully with respectful kids. Bodie is a dream roommate who is already both house-trained and crate-trained. While he might offer a few polite whines when he first goes into his crate, he settles down quickly once he knows everything is secure. This handsome boy truly enjoys the simple pleasures in life: he loves going for walks, exploring the sights and smells of the backyard, and keeping himself busy with a good bone or a favorite fluffy toy. However, his absolute favorite place to be is right next to you on the couch for a long cuddle session. If you are looking for a smart, devoted, and very good boy to complete your family, Bodie is waiting to meet you! If you are interested in adopting Bodie, please submit an inquiry directly to Greater Charlotte SPCA by visiting charlottespca.org/adopt. The adoption amount is a suggested donation of $200 to $300 dollars based on the pet's age. **Because our rescue is composed entirely of volunteers, local applications will take precedence. We will accept out of town applications, but any family is responsible for coming to Charlotte to complete a meet and greet. All out of town applicants will also have to be willing to drive to Charlotte to pick up the pet as soon as they are approved to adopt. **February 26, 2026, 8:10 pm

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Hunter

Jack Russell Terrier

Male, 7 mos

Rutherfordton, NC

Size

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

Details

Story

If you are interested in adopting this animal please fill out an application at heartofthefoothills.org/adopt. You can email us at adopt@heartofthefoothills.org

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Luna

Labrador Retriever

Female, Adult

Huntersville, NC

Size

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

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained,

Story

Luna is a very sweet lab retriever. She is house trained, crate trained and can be left out with her cage open. She does really well with children and families. She is a mild manner dog who enjoys sun bathing outside, looking out the window, and lounging around the house. She plays with other dogs but also likes to relax. Luna also loves car rides and belly rubs

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Sasha louise

American Staffordshire Terrier

Female, Young

Graham, NC

Size

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

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained,

Story

She loves walks, toys, cuddles, baths, great with big and small dogs great around children that are older than 7 years old because of he size and weight but does well with all kids just does not know her own strength. Does not bark unless she thinks it is something to bark at or about. Would do great in a single family home or house hold with other dogs. Mostly an inside dog but loves to be out side, she has trouble staying in our gated fence but stays in her make shift gated space in the house. She is about 1 years and 7 months old and about 70 pounds.

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Puppies and dogs in North Carolina cities

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Shelters & rescues in North Carolina

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

Here are a few organizations closest to you:

Rescue

RescueMe! NC

Greenville, NC 27858

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

Shelter

Pitt County Animal Services

4550 County Home Road, Greenville, NC 27858

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Rat Terrier and Jack Russell Rescue Foundation - NC Chapter

1364 whitehill lane, Greenville, NC 27858

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Greene County Humane Society

Ayden, NC 28513

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

Rescue

Pitt Friends

PO Box 687, Ayden, NC 28513

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Humane Society of Eastern Carolina

3520 Tupper Drive, Greenville, NC 27834

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

RescueMe!

Greenville, NC 27834

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

Rescue

The Guardian Animal Foundation

Greenville, NC 27834

Pet Types: dogs

Shelter

National White German Shepherd Rescue

Simpson, NC 27879

Pet Types: dogs

Shelter

Greene County Animal Shelter

227 Kingold Blvd. Suite B, Snow Hill, NC 28580

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Popular dog breeds

Labrador Retriever Chihuahua German Shepherd Dog American Pit Bull Terrier Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier Shih Tzu Boxer Dachshund Husky Beagle Poodle (Miniature) Jack Russell Terrier Australian Shepherd Boston Terrier Great Dane Border Collie Maltese Schnauzer (Miniature) Pomeranian Golden Retriever

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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