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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.

Barney (Courtesy Post)

Chihuahua Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 10 yrs 2 mos

Durham, NC

Size

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

Details

Spayed or Neutered,

Story

Meet Barney! Professional Snuggler Seeking Full-Time Lap Position Are you looking for a roommate who doesn’t party, won’t chew your shoes, and thinks you are the most interesting person on the planet? Meet Barney! Barney is a distinguished senior gentleman who has officially traded toys for "The Simple Life." He doesn't care for bouncy balls or squeaky rubber chickens—he’s far too sophisticated for that. Instead, he specializes in: The Post-Poop Zoom: A rare, majestic burst of energy that proves he’s still got it. Aggressive Napping: Usually in a sunbeam or, ideally, directly on your lap. The "Sniff-ari": He enjoys walks, but he’s not training for a marathon. He’s there to read every "p-mail" on every blade of grass. He’s a "Velcro pup" who wants to be wherever you are. Barney is a social guy and gets along great with the whole crew—dogs, cats, and even smaller critters! While he’s happy to share his home with other furry friends, his true heart belongs to his humans, and he’ll always be the first in line for a lap session. While he’s a bit shy with strangers, once he knows you’re his person (and that you have the "good" wet food), he’s your shadow for life. If you have a quiet home, a sunny spot on the floor, and a lap that needs filling, Barney is ready to retire with you. Barney has an adoption fee of $100, if you are interested in Barnet please reach out to aareed0@outlook.com or petassist@hopeanimals.org. This is a courtesy listing, meaning this dog is not part of Hope Animal Rescue’s foster program. We cannot attest to the temperament or suitability of this dog for your home.

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Fern

Hound (Unknown Type) Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 4 yrs 6 mos

Durham, NC

Size

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

Details

Spayed or Neutered,

Story

Meet Fern! Just like her namesake, Fern is soft, sensitive, and incredibly resilient. Over the past few months, she has been on quite the medical journey, and now, as the weather warms up, she is ready to bloom right alongside it. When Fern first came to HAR, her rapid test showed heartworm negative. Unfortunately, further testing revealed she was battling heartworms, hookworms, tick borne ehrlichia, and several related complications from her time surviving on the streets. It appears she had been on her own for quite a while before being picked up. Although she initially seemed energetic and healthy, her condition took a turn and we experienced a few very scary moments. Through it all, Fern has been nothing short of remarkable. She never once let her pain dull her sweetness. In fact, the NC State ER veterinarian officially described her as “sweet,” which checks out completely. Now, four months later, she is almost finished with treatment and finally ready to find the forever home she deserves. Medical backstory aside, Fern is a quintessential hound girl. She is about 4 years old and 45 pounds of curiosity and heart. She loves long walks, big sniffs, and sunbathing on the deck like it is her full time job. She is not a fan of cats, groundhogs, taking pills, or being told she cannot exercise, but honestly, who is? Fern thrives on a mix of novelty and routine. She gets excited about new toys, snacks, and adventures, but she also deeply appreciates the predictable comforts of home life. In the past month, she has even mastered the art of couch snuggling. She is endlessly sweet and gentle, yet carries herself with a quiet independence. The perfect balance of affectionate and self assured. Fern has fought hard for her second chance. Now she is just waiting for someone to share it with. 💛

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Marty

Mixed Breed (Large)

Male, Adult

Durham, NC

Size

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

Details

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

Story

Do you love a good romp in the grass too?! I’m a super sweet, endearing, playful, and affectionate boy who is a bit nervous here at the shelter. I LOVE toys - I love everything about them - the squeak, the squishiness, the snow that explodes out of them! They’re GREAT! I also love affection and exploring on leash outside! I’ll need plenty of toys to play with and chew, and I’ll also benefit from lots of exercise and enrichment to keep my brain busy. Visit me today! Kids: 8+, may chew kids' toys, big and goofy Dogs: Polite sniffing and initiated play, enjoys chase games March 10, 2026, 10:03 am

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Birdie

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

Hello there future family, my name is Birdie! I’m a curious, friendly, active, and busy girl who has lots of energy and loves to have fun! I also enjoy exploring, sniffing, and being with my people! Pet me for a while and I’m bound to want to curl up in your lap, just wait and see. I’ll benefit from basic training, regular exercise, lots of fun enrichment activities, and affection. Come play with me! Kids: 8+, may be mouthy and jumpy Dogs: Unknown, recommend pre-adoption dog-to-dog intro as needed, slow intros March 10, 2026, 10:03 am

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Oskar Blues

Mixed Breed (Large)

Male, Adult

Durham, NC

Size

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

Details

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

Story

Well hello there! I’ve had a rough go recently, but I’m on the mend and ready to get loved on by my furever family! I’m super sweet, affectionate, and curious! I love to sniff and explore, have gentle shoulder rubs, and eat all the treats! I still have some recovering to do, so a quiet home would be very nice. I’ll need lots of gentle affection, some basic training, and positive experiences. Take me home today! Kids: 8+, still needs time to recover, gentle kids Dogs: Stiff and wary, slow intros with very gentle dogs March 10, 2026, 10:03 am

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Cowgirl

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, Adult

Durham, NC

Size

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

Details

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

Story

Am I a cow or a dog... I’m really not sure, but I do love to chew on toys and chase my tail! I’m a sweet girl who is on the independent side! I’m curious, smart, playful, and so excited to meet you! I LOVE treats, scritches, and learning new tricks... in fact I’d love to learn new tricks in exchange for treats! I’ll need help learning loose leash walking, getting lots of enrichment, exercise, and loads of positive experiences. Come take me home! Kids: 8+, Active, bouncy, worried by some handling, go slow Dogs: Some friendly sniffing, mostly avoids, slow intros with calm dogs March 10, 2026, 10:03 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

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

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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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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