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Puppies and dogs in North Dakota

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

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in North Dakota. 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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Esther

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 3 yrs
Bismarck, ND
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Richard

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 3 yrs 3 mos
Fargo, ND
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(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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Good with dogs, House-trained,
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Richard is an approximately 3-year-old male that weighs around 30 pounds. He is a sweet boy with a lot of energy. Richard is potty trained, and crate trained. He loves to ride in the car. Richard is looking for his forever family and his own yard to run and play in. Richard has been neutered and is UTD on vaccinations, including rabies.
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(dy) Nessa

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 1 yr 10 mos
Fargo, ND
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(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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Good with dogs, Good with cats,
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Meet Nessa - our beautiful Husky mix girl 🐺❄️This sweet soul is a semi-feral Husky mix who is learning that the world — and people — can be safe. She is cat-friendly and dog-friendly, and truly thrives around other dogs. Having a confident canine companion in the home will help her feel secure, and she especially loves puppies.She will need time, patience, and understanding to warm up. New people can be scary at first, so she’s looking for an adopter with experience handling semi-feral or shy dogs who will allow her to go at her own pace. Once trust is earned, her gentle nature begins to shine.✨ Best fit:• Experienced, patient adopter• Another dog in the home preferred• Calm, low-pressure environment• Willing to let her decompress and build trust slowlyShe may not rush into your arms — but if you give her time, consistency, and kindness, she will reward you with quiet loyalty and a bond that’s truly special.
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Phoenix

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 5 yrs
Bismarck, ND
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Phoenix is a sweet sweet loving boy! He loves to play fetch, chew up toys and snuggle in laps. He came to the rescue in very rough shape and he’s learning how to be loved and how to love.
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Bear

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 1 yr 1 mo
Bismarck, ND
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Good with dogs,
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Frankie

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 7 mos
Bismarck, ND
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Shelters & rescues in North Dakota

There are animal shelters and rescues that focus specifically on finding great homes for dogs in North Dakota. Browse these rescues and shelters below.

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Precious Pets Salon & Services

425 5th St. SE, Apt 13, Mayville, ND 58257

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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James River Humane Society

Jamestown, ND 58401

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Circle of Friends Animal Shelter

4375 N. Washington St., Grand Forks, ND 58203

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

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Prairie Paws Rescue

PO Box 1114, Jamestown, ND 58402

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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Kritter Krazy Rescue

1035 Forestry Drive, Bottineau, ND 58318

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

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Sheyenne Valley Friends of Animals

PO Box 432, Valley City, ND 58072

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

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