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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.

Obi

Husky/German Shepherd Dog

Male, Adult

Monroe, NC

Size

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

Details

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

Story

Obi is a well-trained, obedient 7-year-old dog who is very smart and easy to work with. He loves being near his people but isn’t much of a snuggler. He enjoys walks and playtime and has a great, friendly personality. We got Obi from a neighbor and were around him from about 3 weeks old, bringing him into our home at 7 weeks. He has been well socialized and does great with other animals. Obi is intelligent; more in a German Shepherd–type way than the typical husky personality and while he’s very clever, he doesn’t get into trouble or try to open doors. He is not a guard dog and has never met a stranger; he’s friendly and welcoming to everyone he meets.

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Sabrina

German Shepherd Dog/Golden Retriever

Female, Young

Thomasville, NC

Size

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

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs,

Story

Meet Sabrina! Sabrina is around 8 months old and weighs about 30lbs right now. We were told she is a German Shepherd/Golden Retriever mix. She is very sweet, playful, and gets along great with other dogs. Adoption donation- $400December 14, 2025, 5:34 pm

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Rocco

Mixed Breed (Large)

Male, Senior

Durham, NC

Size

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

Details

Story

I may be an official “senior” dog, but I certainly don’t act like it! I’m a friendly, affectionate, and playful guy who settles really well! I love treats, gentle affection, and exploring! I’d benefit from gentle exercise, a cozy bed, lots of enrichment and things to chew, as well as plenty of LOVE! Let’s see what kind of trouble we can make together! ;) Kids: 8+, may guard toys, leave alone while eating Dogs: Stiff at first, then friendly sniffing, slow intros with gentle dogs December 14, 2025, 4:44 pm

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Papa Bear

Mixed Breed (Large)

Male, Senior

Durham, NC

Size

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

Details

Story

Meet Papa Bear (affectionately known as Barry)! I've got a heart of gold—according to everyone who meets me, I’m pretty much perfect! After spending my first ten years with one family, the shelter was a little overwhelming. Luckily, I’m now relaxing in a foster home, which means my foster family can vouch for my unique brand of gentle, lovable perfection. Here are a few of my specialties: I’m more of a quiet communicator I’m not much of a barker. Instead, I talk with soulful eyes, happy tail wags, and lots of body leans and wiggles. Low-Maintenance Companion I’m a minimalist: no furniture-surfing for me, and I don’t even use my dog bed much. But I do love your hugs—the more hugs the better. And if you sit down, I’ll curl up next to you and rest my head on your foot. Very Good Boy at Home I’m housebroken in my foster home, and when I stay home alone, I relax quietly in my crate like a pro. I enjoy walks and am getting more confident on a leash every day. A yard would be wonderful for a little playtime, but I’ve been the perfect gentleman in my foster’s apartment, too. Healthy for My Age My teeth are bright, my breath is surprisingly nice, and while I have a bit of arthritis in my back legs, it doesn’t slow down my enthusiasm for affection. Are you looking for someone to love you? I’ll make sure you feel adored every single day, and I don’t ask for much in return. Come meet me and I’ll give you the best hug of your life! Kids: Any age gentle kids, mindful of size, prefers a quiet home Dogs: Friendly sniffing, likes a calm and gentle sniffing partner Heartworm positive – APS is currently offering heartworm treatment at no additional cost through our foster-to-adopt period.December 14, 2025, 4:44 pm

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Truffle

Mixed Breed (Small)

Male, Adult

Durham, NC

Size

(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less

Details

Story

Hi friend! I’m trying SOOO hard to be brave, please have patience with me! I’m a nervous little guy who just wants a warm lap to cuddle in! I’m a little slow to warm up to new people and need lots of help to build confidence. I love treats and very gentle affection at my pace! I’m so sorry kiddos, I might just be too nervous for you and prefer adults. I’ll need confidence building, positive experiences, and a cozy retreat all my own! Could you be my person? Come visit me today! Kids: Adults only, very nervous Dogs: Nervous, some friendly sniffing, prefers slow intros with gentle dogs of similar size December 14, 2025, 4:44 pm

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Glenn

Mixed Breed (Large)

Male, Adult

Durham, NC

Size

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

Details

Story

Well hello there! Do you think we could cuddle up together during this chilly season?! I could use a weighted warm blanket! I’m a friendly and sweet guy who may be a little nervous when I first meet you. I love food and treats, and they help me know you are a friend! I’ll need plenty of gentle affection, love and care! I’d also benefit from basic training and a cozy retreat. Visit me today! Kids: 8+, grabby with treats, worried by novel objects Dogs: Friendly sniffing, tolerant, prefers slow intros with gentle dogs Heartworm positive – APS is currently offering heartworm treatment at no additional cost through our foster-to-adopt period.December 14, 2025, 4:44 pm

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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:

Shelter

Burke County Animal Services

425 Kirksey Drive, Morganton, NC 28655

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Shelter

Burke County Friends for Animals

417 Kirksey Drive, Morganton, NC 28655

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

A Better Life Animal Rescue, Inc.

P.O. Box 8311, Morganton, NC 28680

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

All Paws Matter Animal Rescue

Granite Falls, NC 28630

Pet Types: cats, dogs, small animals

Rescue

Pet Partners Network, Inc.

P.O. Box 2746, Lenoir, NC 28645

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Appalachian Animals Advocacy

Lenoir, NC 28645

Pet Types: dogs

Shelter

Caldwell County Animal Care & Enforcement

180 Government Way, Lenoir, NC 28645

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

Rescue

Schnauzer Rescue of the Carolinas Inc

Lenoir, NC 28645

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

All for the Animals

Lenoir, NC 28645

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Paws and Claws Outreach

Marion, NC 28752

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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