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Puppies and dogs in North Carolina

Looking for a puppy or dog in North Carolina? Adopt a Pet can help you find a new best friend near you.

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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.
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Gunner

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 3 yrs
Rutherfordton, NC
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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Bustop

American Bulldog

Male, 5 yrs 3 mos
Greensboro, NC
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
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Special Needs
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Piper

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, Young
Raeford, NC
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with cats, Needs special attention, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained,
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Rescued from local kill shelter. She was rescued with description of one family owner, good with kids, dogs and cats. Failed to be disclosed she has sever separation anxiety. I took her to vet we when I was only fostering and she has been treated for pancreatitis, parasites, and currently finishing treat ment for lime disease. She has an escape free create that would go with her. Her-shot are up to date. She will need rabies in June I think. She is currently under vets care medication for the anxiety. Would be more than happy to discuss. When she is not left alone she is an amazing dog.
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Bobo 10807

Beagle/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 15 yrs
Morganton, NC
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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All Animals Will Be Adoptable From BCFFA (Friends For Animals).
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Juno

Dachshund

Female, 6 yrs
Benson, NC
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained,
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CITY, STATE: Belmont, NC NAME: Juno AGE: 6 yrs. DOB 03/18/20 SEX: Female WEIGHT: 16.5 lbs. COLOR: Red COAT: Smooth UP TO DATE: Yes SPAYED/NEUTERED: Yes, before being rescued DHPP: Yes DATE: 03-16-26 RABIES: Yes DATE: 03-16-26 TAG NUMBER: 0389 ADOPTION FEE: $425 + $25 microchip fee HOUSETRAINED: Yes CRATE TRAINED: Yes LEASH TRAINED: Yes FENCED YARD NEEDED: Yes SPECIAL NEEDS: No HOME W/ SMALL CHILDREN: Children over the age of 10 yrs HOME W/ OTHER DOGS: MALE: Yes FEMALE: Yes HOME W/ CATS: No MICROCHIP BRAND and #: 24PetChip 991003911570219 MONTHLY HEARTWORM DATE: 16th of each out FOSTER HOME: Cindy allamericandachshundrescue@gmail.com RESCUE #: 2026-03-01-01 BIO: Juno is as close to perfect as you are going to get for a rescue dog. She came from TN when the owners had life changes that they could not keep her. She has been completely updated on her shots and had a fresh dental, losing no teeth (yea!). She is friendly to all she meets and will even play with other dogs. We are not sure but probably if the cat ran the chase would be on. Juno loves attention and to be told what a good girl she is. She is working on losing a little more weight but she’s almost there. Don’t let that frosty face scare you she’s an active lady. Most reds will become frosty faced sooner than the black and tans. If you let the frosty face scare you then you are missing out on a wonderful companion. Our must haves for her are: A fenced in yard, she loves to do zoomies in the morning Someone that can be home more than not Another adult small dog for her to pal around with Please no apartment, high rises or condos, she’s a dachshund and they like to bark If you are thinking of adopting then don’t let this one slip through your paws, act NOW. ============== Information for All Dogs/Adopters ============== AADR does not recommend dachshunds for families with children under 5, or families planning to have children during the dog's lifetime. Dachshunds are often not patient with little kids, and kids can accidentally hurt a dachshund’s back or get bitten. If you have questions about this dog, please feel free to contact the foster home at the email address listed on the bio form. They have the most up-to-date information concerning the dog and would be happy to answer any questions about the animal. There will be an additional $60 fee added for a required Health Certificate if traveling out of the state in which they are being fostered. We will not adopt into CT, RI, NH, ME, or MA due to strict laws regarding importation of dogs into those states. If you have any issue with this, you will need to take this up with your legislatures. To understand the adoption process through AADR, please review the Adoption Information on our home page. Transportation options are outlined on that page in Step 3. Click this link to apply: https://www.allamericandachshundrescue.org/apply, it will take you to the application form. Please don't let the distance stand in your way of finding your newest best friend. We have volunteers who will help your "new friend" get up and down the East Coast or Midwest. We just can't get them from one coast to the other. Please look for dogs on your coast.
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Prince

Chihuahua

Male, Adult
Raleigh, NC
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
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Prince a 2yo Chihuahua is very active and loving. He loves running being pet and having attention.

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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:

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Collie Rescue of the Carolinas

Winston-Salem, NC 27107

Pet Types: dogs

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Road Warrior Australian Cattle Dog Rescue

Greensboro, NC 27417

Pet Types: dogs

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Animal Rescue & Foster Program

PO Box 77393, 705 Milner Drive, Greensboro, NC 27417

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Friends Forever Adoptions

P.O. Box 77262, Greensboro, NC 27417

Pet Types: dogs

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Loving Pet Project NC

1589 Skeet Club Road, Suite 102-111, High Point, NC 27265

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Guilford County Animal Services

980 Guilford College Rd., Greensboro, NC 27409

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

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Forsyth County Animal Control

5570 Sturmer Park Circle, Winston-Salem, NC 27105

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Red Dog Farm Animal Rescue Network

Stokesdale, NC 27357

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

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MMS FUREVER FURBABIES RESQ

Greensboro, NC 27410

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Juliet's House Animal Rescue, Inc.

Greensboro, NC 27410

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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