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Puppies and dogs in Durham, North Carolina

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Adopt a dog in Durham, North Carolina

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.

Piggly Wiggly

Mixed Breed (Large)

Female, Adult

Durham, NC

Size

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

Details

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

Story

With a name like Piggly Wiggly, you know life is going to be a little more fun! I’m a sweet, friendly girl with a delightfully independent streak – I love my people, but I also have important business to attend to, like sniffing every interesting smell, checking out my surroundings, and seeing if anyone happens to have a treat. I love toys (although fluffy ones may not survive my enthusiasm for long!!), car rides (especially if they involve a drive-thru!), and exploring the world one adventure at a time. I’d be happiest with someone who appreciates a dog with a little personality, enjoys helping me practice good manners and boundaries, and is excited to cheer me on as I build confidence. A few more walks and adventures would suit us both just fine, and I might even enjoy making polite dog friends along the way. If you’re looking for a companion who is equally lovable, curious, and a little bit independent, I think we’ll have a whole lot of fun together. Come visit me today! Kids: 8+, use object exchange for toys, may dash out doors Dogs: Friendly sniffing, very neutralAugust 17, 2026, 12:03 am

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Amelia

Labrador Retriever

Female, Young

Durham, NC

Size

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

Details

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

Story

Are YOU ready for takeoff? I sure am! I’m a darling, fun-loving young Lab mix with a heart as big as the sky and a tail that never stops wagging. I’m currently a budding adventurer – I love chasing balls, squeaking my favorite toys, and exploring every corner of the globe. While I can be a little cautious when I first land in a new spot, I warm up quickly and am happiest when I’m soaking up affection from my favorite people. I’m still a puppy at heart, which means I’m actively earning my wings, and I’m looking for a person or family to help me master my leash manners and learn some cool new brain games. With this much love to give, I’m a great family dog (kid and canine siblings welcome!). Are you looking for a devoted co-pilot for all your future adventures? Come meet me today and let’s soar together! Kids: Any age, mindful of size Dogs: Friendly sniffing, tried to offer play but doesn’t know how to yet August 17, 2026, 12:03 am

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Jessica

German Shepherd Dog

Female, Young

Durham, NC

Size

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

Details

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

Story

If you’re looking for a play or exercise partner... look no further! I’m friendly and active -- I've still got that puppy-like energy! I do sit nicely, and I know how to give you my paw. Such a lady! I really enjoy toys and treats... but I LOVE peanut butter! I’ll benefit from basic training, calming exercises, and lots of brain games to keep my busy mind occupied. Visit me today and simply fall in love! Kids: 10+, jumpy and mouthy when excited, mindful of size Dogs: A little n ervous to start but then offers play More about Jessica from her time in foster care: Jess has been a very sweet, loving girl in foster. She loves playtime and running around, and she's very attentive and smart -- especially when treats are involved! She gets along well with my dog, and her gentle nature has made her a joy to have.August 17, 2026, 12:03 am

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Angus

Hound (Unknown Type)

Male, Young

Durham, NC

Size

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

Details

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

Story

Hellooooo arooooo! I’m a fun-loving, puppy-like, affectionate guy who never met a stranger! I LOVE EVERYONE! I’m also a smart boy who already knows sit, and I’m eager to learn more! I love play with toys — a ball in particular — gentle affection, treats, and having FUN! I’ll need time for play, basic training, and lots of exercise. Take me home today and let’s learn lots of new things together! Kids: 6+, excited energy, may accidentally knock over small children Dogs: Friendly sniffing, play and chase games, puppy antics From Angus’s time in foster care: I love walks and humans, big and small! I have a perfect balance of energy: Most of the time I’m chill and I just want to cuddle, and when I’m feeling energetic with the zoomies, I love playing outside and searching for treats. I’m super snuggly and sweet — come visit me and see for yourself! August 17, 2026, 12:03 am

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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 August 17, 2026, 12:03 am

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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 August 17, 2026, 12:03 am

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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

German Shepherd Rescue & Adoptions

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

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Chenny's Happy Tails- North Carolina

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

Schnauzer Savers Rescue - North Carolina

6519 Cheek Rd, Durham, NC 27703

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

Carolina Pet Rescue

Durham, NC 27713

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

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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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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.

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