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Puppies and dogs in Gastonia, North Carolina

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

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Adopt a dog in Gastonia, North Carolina

These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Gastonia, 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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Piper

English Springer Spaniel

Female, Adult
Belmont, NC
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
We’ve had Piper since she was a puppy, over all she’s been a fantastic pet, she’s the most loving and affectionate dog we’ve had. Very well behaved and easygoing. She does have an allergy to chicken but most places carry poultry free food. Unfortunately, she has shown a lot of aggression to other dogs and we’re concerned about that with a new baby, which is why we are rehoming her. Piper is part of our family and this has been a very difficult decision to make, we want to ensure she goes to a loving home.
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Kali

Pit Bull Terrier Boxer

Female, 2 yrs 2 mos
Lake Wylie, SC
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Kali is 2 years old, 37 lbs. She was abandoned by a bad owner and left with the grandmother. She s now in Weynoth MA witha temp fopster. She is very sweet but should be an only dig. Sge is craving love and attention. Would be a geat companion. She is good with cats and kids of all ages.
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Bella

English (Redtick) Coonhound

Female, Young
Clover, SC
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Bella is a very sweet, loveable dog. She truly is the best. It hurts my heart to have to get rid of her but I have a 9 year in travel ball, I have newborn daughter, and I have job that requires long hours. I just do not have the time to love her like she should be loved. I have never had any issues out of here as far as aggressiveness or anything to that nature. She loves both my kids. She just wants to play and be loved. I have brought her in the house and she just lays down but she is not house trained as she in an outdoor dog and I would just let her out and come back inside.
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Chief

Great Dane

Male, Adult
Bessemer City, NC
Size
(when grown) X-Large 101 lbs (46 kg) or more
Details
Good with kids, House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Chief is a sweet, loving big baby. He has all of a sudden become aggressive with our 10 year old lab. They have had 2 bad fights. He seems to be good around our daughters female. I think its a dominance issue, but with our small child it scares me to have them going at each other.
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Rose

Mutt

Female, Adult
Mount Holly, NC
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Rose is a very sweet 4 year old mixed breed. She loves cuddles and is super high energy. She has a large prey drive and would love hunting trips. Unfortunately, my other dog and her got into a fight and I no longer feel it is safe for her at our house. She will come with food, crate, toys, and everything that she needs to feel comfortable in her new home.
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MAGNUM

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 3 yrs 11 mos
Charlotte, NC
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Contact foster at pauladgarzxon10@gmail.comI`m Magnum, the supercharged three-year-old pup here to spread some tail-wagging happiness your way. First things first, buckle up `cause I`m all about car rides – wind in my fur, tunes in the air, it`s like my own doggy party on wheels!Cuddles? Oh, you bet! I`m a cuddle champion, and there`s nothing I love more than snuggling up and soaking in all the love. House trained? Yup, I`ve got that covered too – no indoor mishaps with me around!Toys, toys, and more toys – they`re like my best friends! I`m a toy-tastic playmate, and fetch? Oh, you know it! I`ll chase after that ball like a furry lightning bolt.Energizer Bunny? That`s me! I`ve got more energy than a tornado in a doggy park, and I`ll keep going and going, ready for any adventure you`ve got in mind.Now, when it comes to my fellow four-legged buddies, I`m a bit picky. Some dogs, I`m totally cool with, but others, well, let`s just say I`m a bit choosy about who I hang out with.Energetic? Absolutely. Chewer? Guilty as charged! I can`t resist a good chew sesh, especially if it involves pillows, blankets, or even furniture – oops! But hey, it`s all in good fun, right? And guess what? Even though I might be a toy destroyer, I`m also a cuddle monster. I`ve got the perfect balance of play and snuggle!Sweetness overload alert! I`m like a sugar-coated marshmallow when it comes to meeting new people. And here`s a little secret: I might be three, but I act like a bouncy puppy half my age – age is just a number, pals!Playful is my middle name, and I`ve got a special talent – choosing random household objects over toys. Socks, shoes, you name it! As for correction, well, let`s just say I`m a free spirit who dances to my own tune.Quiet as a mouse, that`s me! I`m not one to bark up a storm, in fact, I`ve only barked once since leaving the shelter. And speaking of shelter, I`m a true people-lover, and being around humans is my ultimate happiness.Family dog potential? Oh, absolutely! With a bit of training, I`ll be the best family member you could ever ask for. And don`t worry, I seem to have this whole housebroken thing down pat.So there you have it, the whirlwind world of Magnum! Car ride enthusiast, cuddle guru, toy aficionado, fetch fanatic, and the world`s most energetic and affectionate pup. Life with me is a wild ride, and I`m here to make every moment a paw-some adventure!

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Dog shelters and rescues in Gastonia, North Carolina

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DC Dogos Inc - NC

Charlotte, NC 28054

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Nana's Pit Bull Rescue

Gastonia, NC 28054

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Almost Home Boxer Rescue

501 Creek Meadow Dr, Gastonia, NC 28054

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Animal League of Gaston County

425 W. Franklin Blvd., Gastonia, NC 28052

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Gaston County Animal Care and Enforcement

1491 Business Park Court, Gastonia, NC 28052

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Loving Pet Adoption and Rescue

P.O.Box 631, Bowling Green, NC 29703

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Lynn for the Animals - Clover, SC

Clover, SC 29710

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Lynn for the Animals - Calabash, NC

Various, AL 29710

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Jesse's Place Rescue, Inc

Lake Wylie, SC 29710

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furry friends rescue center

2775 ranger road, clover, SC 29710

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