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Puppies and dogs in Durham, North Carolina

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Durham, 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.

August

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 1 mo

Durham, NC

Size

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

Details

Story

🪲end of august | female nickname: august vibe: the late addition to the bugs who came in and made herself instantly at home august joined this litter a little later than her siblings, and she’s spending every day proving she was worth the wait. she’s got some extra love coming her way soon — she’ll need eye surgery down the road — but it hasn’t slowed her down for a second. she’s playful, warm, and settling in like she’s been part of the crew all along. her forever family will just need to expect some follow-up vet care for her eye, likely during her spay surgery, but otherwise, august is all puppy: snuggly and soaking up every bit of attention she can get. august’s people: someone with a lot of love to give despite her medical need — she’ll pay it back tenfold. 🎵 late to the bugs, right on time for love If you are interested in August, click Apply for Adoption! If you're on Adopt-a-Pet or PetFinder please visit https://www.hopeanimals.org/ to apply!

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Macadamia

Labrador Retriever Shepherd (Unknown Type)

Female, 4 yrs 2 mos

Durham, NC

Size

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

Details

Spayed or Neutered,

Story

Meet Macadamia! 🤍 Macadamia is a 4-year-old mixed-breed sweetheart with a gentle soul and the softest little snore you’ll ever hear. She’s the kind of dog who may be a little shy when you first meet her, but with a little patience and kindness, her true personality begins to shine. As she’s settled into foster care, Macadamia has been slowly but surely coming out of her shell. She enjoys chewing on a good bone, relaxing by your side, and would make a wonderful companion for someone who appreciates the quiet moments in life. Whether she’s curled up nearby while you work or snoozing peacefully after a fun day, she’s happiest simply being close to her people. Macadamia is crate trained, but she’s also proven to be trustworthy when left out on her own. She’s respectful in the home and settles in nicely, making her an easy addition to the right family. She’s cat friendly and would do best in a calm, patient home without small children. While she enjoys canine companionship, she’d be happiest in a home without large male dogs, where she can continue building her confidence at her own pace. If you’re looking for a loyal, low-key best friend who will reward your patience with quiet affection and sweet companionship, Macadamia may be the perfect match. Give this gentle girl a chance, and she’ll show you just how special she is. Apply to adopt Macadamia today!

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Rocky

American Pit Bull Terrier Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 1 mo

Durham, NC

Size

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

Details

Story

Rocky is a curious little guy who is always eager to help! No job is too big, no pup is too small! He loves exploring new places and playing with toys, and figuring out exactly how the world works. If you are looking for a fun companion to join your crew, Rocky is ready to report for duty and bring plenty of joy to your household. Bringing home a young puppy is a highly rewarding adventure, and it requires a commitment to structure and routine. At an estimated 6-8 weeks old, the Paw Patrol puppies will thrive on predictable schedules for house training and consistency when laying the foundations for manners and early socialization to help these pups grow into confident adult dogs. Rocky will be at our next Meet and Greet events at Ponysaurus Durham Tuesday 7/21 6:30-8:30pm and at Ment/Honeygirl Meadery Friday 7/24 6:30-8:30

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Keiko

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, Young

Durham, NC

Size

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

Details

Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Did you know my name means “lucky one” in Japanese? Let me bring you some luck! While I can be a bit shy when we first meet, I warm up incredibly fast. The nice people here tell me I’m active and affectionate, but the real key to my heart? Treats, fetch, and snuggling on your coziest furniture. I’m just an eager-to-learn girl, asking a human to love them. Let’s go try out that couch! Kids: 6+, may chew toys Dogs: Friendly sniffing, no play offered at the time July 18, 2026, 4:57 pm

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Bowser

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, Puppy

Durham, NC

Size

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

Details

Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

I’m a very sweet and active puppy, who loves to play. I don’t know what my personality will be like when I grow up, but I’d love to find out with you!July 18, 2026, 4:57 pm

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Marjory

Carolina Dog

Female, Adult

Durham, NC

Size

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

Details

Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Ooh, are you here to see ME? Hooray! I’m an attentive, goofy girl who loves to have her own schedule. I enjoy exploring new places with my sniffer, getting shoulder massages, and playing with my toys! I’m looking for a home that can provide me with some basic training, lots of exercise and enrichment, and a cozy retreat! I could also use a slow feeder in my new home. Take me home today! Kids: 6+, leave alone while eating Dogs: S low intros with gentle dogs July 18, 2026, 4:57 pm

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Dog shelters and rescues in Durham, North Carolina

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

Here are a few organizations closest to you:

Rescue

Chenny's Happy Tails- North Carolina

Durham, NC 27705

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

German Shepherd Rescue & Adoptions

1821 Hillandale Road, Suite 1B #326, Durham, NC 27705

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Hope Animal Rescue

Durham, NC 27704

Pet Types: dogs

Shelter

Animal Protection Society of Durham

2117 E. Club Blvd., Durham, NC 27704

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

Rescue

Russell Rescue of the Carolinas

10711 Arsenal Drive, Durham, NC 27707

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Chihuahua Rescue & Transport, Inc.-Southeastern Region

Durham, NC 27715

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Operation Underdog- NC

Durham, NC 27703

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Carolina Adopt-A-BULLS

Durham, NC 27703

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Schnauzer Savers Rescue - North Carolina

6519 Cheek Rd, Durham, NC 27703

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Carolina Pet Rescue

Durham, NC 27713

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

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Popular dog breeds

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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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