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Puppies and dogs in Wilmington, North Carolina

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Wilmington, 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.

A508172

Australian Cattle Dog

Male, 8 yrs 2 mos

Wilmington, NC

Size

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

Details

Spayed or Neutered,

Story

A508172Approximately 7-9 year old neutered maleThis gentleman was surrendered to the shelter as a stray, infested with fleas. We have administered flea prevention treatment. He has consistently demonstrated a calm demeanor towards everyone he meets, exhibiting a fondness for his large blanket and remaining generally quiet.Adoption hours are Monday through Friday, 11:00-3:30, and Saturday, 8:00-11:30. However, please note that the shelter will be closed tomorrow for adoptions.If you have another dog or children at home, meet-and-greets are mandatory.

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A510718

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 1 yr

Wilmington, NC

Size

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

Details

Spayed or Neutered,

Story

A510718Approximately one year old spayed femaleThis female dog was admitted to the shelter as a stray with a severe flea infestation, resulting in skin irritation at the base of her tail. To address this issue, we administered flea prevention medication for the month and provided an antibiotic injection. Her coat is now regrowing. This petite pit mix has also been gaining weight during her stay. While in our care, she has been socialized to play with toys, fed three meals daily to facilitate weight gain, and received a dewormer, distemper-parvo vaccine, bordetella vaccine, rabies vaccine, and microchip. She has also been spayed.Our adoption hours are Monday through Friday from 11:00 AM to 3:30 PM and Saturday from 8:00 AM to 11:30 AM. If you have another dog or children at home, a meet-and-greet is mandatory. Additionally, if you rent your home, please verify with your leasing office that dogs are permitted and confirm any breed or weight restrictions, as many properties have recently revised their pet policies.

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Maggie Mae

Pit Bull Terrier

Female

Wilmington, NC

Size

(when grown) -

Details

Spayed or Neutered,

Story

You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.November 20, 2025, 9:14 am

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A510982

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 4 yrs

Wilmington, NC

Size

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

Details

Spayed or Neutered,

Story

A510982Approximately 4-6 year old spayed femaleThis lovely canine was relinquished to the shelter as a stray, and unfortunately, no one has inquired about her whereabouts, nor have we discovered any social media posts indicating her status as a missing pet. Overall, she is an energetic and motivated individual, requiring at least basic obedience training. She has a strong affinity for various toys and dental chews.Adoption hours for this week are Monday through Wednesday, 11:00-3:30. Please note that the shelter will be closed from November 27-30 for the Thanksgiving holiday and will resume normal operating hours on December 1.If you have existing pets or children at home, meet-and-greet sessions are mandatory. Additionally, renters must verify with their leasing office to ensure that dog ownership is permitted.

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A509508

Plott Hound

Male, 2 yrs 1 mo

Wilmington, NC

Size

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

Details

Spayed or Neutered,

Story

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ALMOND

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 4 yrs

Wilmington, NC

Size

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

Details

Spayed or Neutered,

Story

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Dog shelters and rescues in Wilmington, North Carolina

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Shelter

New Hanover Sheriff's Office Animal Services Unit

180 Division Drive, Wilmington, NC 28401

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Kristin Johnson Fosters and Rescues

Wilmington, NC 28401

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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STFFAR - Wilmington

Wilmington, NC 28401

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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New Hanover Humane Society

2405 N. 23rd Street, Wilmington, NC 28401

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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TPC of Wilmington

Wilmington, NC 28401

Pet Types: dogs

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IDOG Rescue - Wilmington, NC

Wilmington, NC 28411

Pet Types: dogs

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Adopt An ANGEL

PO Box 15095, Wilmington, NC 28408

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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NC Rescue League

Wilmington, NC 28403

Pet Types: dogs

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Sunburst Foundation of Wilmington Canine Rescue

PO Box 7527, Wilmington, NC 28406

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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RescueConnect NC

Wilmington, NC 28409

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, 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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