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Puppies and dogs in Smithfield, North Carolina

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Smithfield, 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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Mira

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, Adult
SMITHFIELD, NC
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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Dante

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Male, Senior
Smithfield, NC
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Dante: 10 years old, 45 lbs, UTD on all vaccinations. Housebroken, crate trained and good with other dogs and people. Prefers people to dogs. Can even tolerate rambunctious puppies or larger dogs but will need an avenue to escape if it gets to be too much. Well behaved, currently fostered on a property with goats and chickens and can be easily called off either. He is generally quiet but can be vocal when breakfast is being prepared. He has some resource guarding with other dogs but no issues with guarding and people. Allows handling well. In the yard, he likes to chase balls and just lay in the grass. He doesn’t need a lot of space, just some place to lay in the sunshine and he’s good to go. Fee negotiable.History: I took in Dante and another dog (not a bonded pair) from a woman who was going out of the country temporarily. Now she is unable to return and I cannot keep them (she is aware of the rehoming). Willing to travel. Fee negotiable.
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Tink

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Female, Adult
SMITHFIELD, NC
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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MiMi

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, Adult
SMITHFIELD, NC
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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Peaches

Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 2 mos
Smithfield, NC
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,
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Peaches is the sweetest puppy who loves everyone! She especially likes kids and snuggling. She is very energetic and can keep up with a busy toddler, then is happy to pass out on your lap. She is being fostered with dogs, cats, chickens, and even a peacock. Peaches is friendly and curious about all the animals, but may give chase if they run. She’s doing great with house training and sleeps in her crate all night. She can’t wait to have a family of her own to play and cuddle with! DOB: early May 2026 ***PLEASE NOTE*** This pup has not yet been altered and requires an extra $100 spay/neuter deposit. JCAPL will pay for the procedure at a partner clinic and once completed, the deposit will be refunded to the adopter. However, a non-local adopter is required to pay for the spay/neuter at their own veterinarian by a specific date. After proof of the procedure is provided, $50 of the adoption fee will be refunded with the deposit. Are you interested in adopting this cat or another JCAPL pet you have seen? You'll need to start by completing an adoption application: https://jcapl.org/blog/jcapl-adoption-process/. There is no obligation to adopt by completing an application, however, we do recommend submitting an application as soon as you find an animal you are interested in. We review applications in the order they are received. Completed applications can be submitted online, or sent via email to adopt@jcapl.org, or faxed to 919-300-5524. We will contact you as soon as possible once we receive your application. *** Thanks for thinking adoption! ***
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JoJo

Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 4 yrs 7 mos
Smithfield, NC
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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JoJo is the sweetest girl! She came to our rescue group with a litter of puppies; now they have all been adopted, and it is her turn to find a great forever home. She's energetic, playful, and loves to show her affection. She loves her daily walks; she does a happy dance, rushes to the door, and sits for her leash. She's athletic and enjoys running alongside her human foster brother on his skateboard. She's very well-behaved and listens to commands. She's fully house- and crate-trained. JoJo loves her humans and gets along well with other dogs. She is looking for a forever home where she can be the center of attention and receive all the love she deserves. She is an absolute gem and you will be charmed by her loving nature. She can't wait to meet you and be your best friend! Est DOB 11/2021 ***PLEASE NOTE*** Are you interested in adopting this or another JCAPL pet you have seen? You'll need to start by completing an adoption application: https://jcapl.org/blog/jcapl-adoption-process/. There is no obligation to adopt by completing an application, however, we do recommend submitting an application as soon as you find an animal you are interested in. We review applications in the order they are received. Completed applications can be submitted online, or sent via email to adopt@jcapl.org, or faxed to 919-300-5524. We will contact you as soon as possible once we receive your application. *** Thanks for thinking adoption! ***

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JOHNSTON COUNTY ANIMAL SERVICES

115 SHELTER WAY, SMITHFIELD, NC 27577

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Johnston County Animal Protection League

P.O. Box 607, Smithfield, NC 27577

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Bailey's Human Rescue, Incorporated

Selma, NC 27577

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Ruf Creek Ranch Animal rescue

5201 Brogden Road, Smithfield, NC 27577

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Triangle Herding Dog Rescue

Raleigh/Selma, NC 27576

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South Heartland Rescue

Princeton, NC 27569

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Furbaby Rescue of NC

PO BOX 883 S Market St, benson, NC 27504

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AARF Rehab. and Sanctuary

Benson, NC 27504

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JoCo Dog Rescue

Benson, NC 27504

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits

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