Adopt

Puppies and dogs in Brighton, Ontario

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

A pair of dogs

Adopt a dog in Brighton, Ontario

These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Brighton, Ontario. To learn more about each adoptable dog, click on the "i" icon for fast facts, or their photo or name for full details.
We'll also keep you updated on Max's adoption status with email updates.
new badge
Photo of Max

Max

Shih Tzu

Male, 1 yr 5 mos
Colborne, ON
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats,
Story
Max is a lovable, quirky, and incredibly sweet one-year-old pup looking for a forever family to stick to—literally. He’s a classic Velcro dog who wants to be right by your side no matter what you’re doing. Whether it’s riding along in the car, waiting at school pickup, or lounging on the back of the couch while you watch TV, Max is your constant little shadow.Max is currently being fostered in a busy home with young children (including twin 4-year-olds) and has shown endless patience, being consistently calm and gentle. He enjoys meeting other dogs and is respectful of the resident cranky cat. Max would be content as the only pet or with another friendly dog, as long as he gets plenty of attention from his humans.Max would thrive in a home where someone is around most of the day. He’s not suited to long stretches alone, as he does struggle with separation anxiety. For that reason, a stay-at-home parent, or someone who works from home would be ideal. Max is a sweet and eager-to-please guy, but he’s still working on his house training. He doesn’t yet signal when he needs to go out, so his foster mom times his breaks carefully and goes outside with him to encourage success. He occasionally still marks indoors and consistency will be key for continued progress. He’s crate-resistant and gets quite vocal when confined for long periods, so crate training may not be ideal for him at this stage, but could be a work in progress with some patience and positive reinforcement. Due to his separation anxiety, he hasn’t been left uncrated and unsupervised for an extended period of time, and it’s likely he would get into mischief if left alone too long. He walks well with a harness and isn’t a puller—in fact, it’s more common that his humans are tugging him along because he wants to stop and sniff every mailbox and light post. He tires quickly in warm weather and happily accepts a ride in your arms after a short walkMax is currently eating kibble mixed with a little something yummy like canned food or scrambled eggs. He has a picky palate when it comes to treats but is absolutely obsessed with bully sticks and they have been a lifesaver for redirecting chewing behavior and keeping him busy. He doesn’t show resource guarding and knows which toys are his.Max is going to require regular professional grooms to keep his coat, healthy and mat-free.He loves riding shotgun in the car, whether it’s school drop-off or to a soccer game. Hi
We'll also keep you updated on Dixie's adoption status with email updates.
Photo of Dixie

Dixie

American Bulldog Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 8 mos
Colborne, ON
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Dixie was one of the Junk yard dogs, locked in a trailer with a few others, she was cold and nervous, jump ahead to her being comfortable and well loved at the rescue retreat she's enjoying meeting the dogs, and takes a min or two to warm up to new people. She's made huge steps while in our care, and loves a good belly rub and time outdoors. It's been a long road for these dogs but Dixie is now fully vetted and looking for a loving home to welcome her. ALL RSNB dogs are fully vetted including core shots and microchipped for safety. ALL dogs are spayed/neutered before leaving our care. We welcome visitors by appt and we look forward to meeting you! To get the process started pls find our short application at www.ruffstartnewbeginnings and we'll give you a call to discuss the dog you'd like to visit! Thank you for considering a rescue dog!
We'll also keep you updated on Sadie's adoption status with email updates.
Photo of Sadie

Sadie

American Bulldog Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 1 yr 1 mo
Colborne, ON
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
After giving birth 850 km NORTH of Timmins on a native reserve and being tied outdoors, this gal made her way to us (along with 2 of her pups) She's an excitable gal that will need training but is now doing very well on our leash walks and loves meeting new people, small children are not ideal with her energy level at this time. She sleep though the night, is going to the door to be let out to relieve herself and is currently in our care in Colborne at our rescue retreat. She's a gal NOW full of joy and love to give. If you'd like to meet this comeback gal, pls find our short app at www.ruffstartnewbeginnings.ca and we'll give a call to discuss her needs moving forward and invite you to visit by appt. Thank you for considering a rescue dog like Sadie waiting to meet YOU!
We'll also keep you updated on Zia's adoption status with email updates.
Photo of Zia

Zia

Chihuahua Pomeranian

Female, 5 yrs
Colborne, ON
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats,
Story
Meet Zia! This sweet, quirky girl has one true passion in life: her ball. If you’ve been dreaming of a dog who takes fetch to Olympic levels, Zia is your champion! She’ll chase, retrieve, and happily plop her beloved ball right back into your hands!Zia has a gentle, sensitive soul. She may be a bit standoffish at first, but once she gets to know you, her affectionate and loyal side shines. She’s not a fan of loud noises or overly boisterous energy, so a calm but active home would be her ideal match. She’s fine with respectful children and may do well with a mellow dog buddy, but noisy or barky dogs stress her out.This clever girl is fully house-trained, has no interest in counter-surfing, and isn’t destructive when left alone—as long as her housemates keep it chill. She hasn’t been crate-trained, but she settles well with a calm canine companion. However, she has shown signs of separation anxiety, but only when paired with high-energy dogs who react to every outside sound.While she hasn’t met cats or critters, she doesn’t pay much attention to squirrels, so she might be fine with proper introductions. Zia walks well on leash and loves her daily walks almost as much as her ball sessions. She eats twice a day—breakfast and dinner—and turns her nose up at fishy flavors but will do anything for a dried liver treat.Zia does best when allowed to move at her own pace. She’s a bit sensitive around her face and may bark when first meeting someone, but she warms up quickly. She’s indifferent to car rides and doesn’t have a rigid routine—she’s adaptable, as long as love, fetch, and a quiet vibe are in the mix.Ideal Home:•Calm, quiet environment•No loud or reactive dogs•Possibly a calm canine friend or solo princess•Respectful kids okay•A backyard or space for fetch is a major bonus!Zia is ready to be someone’s loyal, playful best friend. All she asks is a loving home—and that you never lose her ball.Please note that due to the high volume of applications our volunteers process, we will only contact those with a strong potential for a successful match. To be considered, please visit www.K9C.ca to complete our online application.
We'll also keep you updated on Pal's adoption status with email updates.
Photo of Pal

Pal

Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier Shih Tzu

Male, 2 yrs 4 mos
Colborne, ON
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats,
Story
Meet Pal! This young dog is looking for a quiet home with an active lifestyle. His ideal match would be an active single person who is not away from home for extended periods of time. Pal loves human companionship, but it does take him some time to trust and warm up to physical touch. Loud noises can make him anxious, and this is why a quiet environment but active lifestyle is ideal for Pal. He would also benefit greatly from having a social dog in his home who can match his playful energy, but also help him to build confidence and feel safe.If you are looking for a walking companion, look no further than Pal! He loves adventures and will have his nose to the ground the entire time! Any walk that allows him the opportunity to dip his toe beans in water are his favourite! A rural home in a quiet neighbourhood would be the best fit for him, as he is a little nervous and reactive around busy traffic. Walks are a very integral part of Pal`s needs to stay in balance and during times of stress such as vet or grooming appointments, he does benefit from a little anti-anxiety medication.A fully fenced yard is an absolute must for Pal. Invisible or agricultural (hedges) will not be suitable for him. Pal is exceptionally clean and well-mannered in the home. He has no destructive behaviours, and is fully crate trained. Pal enjoys sharing toys while at play with another dog, but he has shown guarding tendencies with humans, so this will be something that has to be carefully monitored.We would not recommend Pal for a home with cats as he does like to chase and bark a them. We also feel that a kid-free environment is a must for Pal, and if his forever home has visitors, he should be crated as he could quickly become overwhelmed with a lot of noise and unusual activity.The true way to Pal`s heart is to allow him a lot of time and space to feel safe before expecting too much from him. While he does love to be loved, it seems like he may have experienced some trauma and is very unsure of new people. His adopter will need to understand that he will need time and patience to feel safe and build his confidence before he will show his softer side.As a hypoallergenic, non-shedding dog, Pal will need regular grooms to keep his coat tidy and mat-free. Because of his sensitivity to touch, Pal currently needs to wear a soft muzzle while being groomed or examined at the vet but we have noticed some improvement in this area as he learns to trust
We'll also keep you updated on BRADLEY's adoption status with email updates.
Photo of BRADLEY

BRADLEY

Border Collie Canaan Dog

Male, 6 yrs 1 mo
Warkworth, ON
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 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
Meet Dreamwalker Bradley! Are you searching for a dog who walks dreamily on leash? If so, then Bradley is your boy! Bradley likes people very much, and makes friends with other dogs fairly easily. This boy is fully house trained and crate trained with excellent recall. Bradley is neutered, vaccinated and very healthy. He loves, loves, loves his walks! And delights in receiving praise and rewards for all the wonderful things he does with gusto! Bradley's Wishlist: Bradley is looking for a home in either a suburban setting or somewhere in the country. A home without young children (12 and up is fine). Someone who either works from home, is retired or work alternate schedules to ensure that Bradley isn't left alone for hours at a time. (A reputable dog walker would be an alternative). A home with or without another balanced dog. A family who will give Bradley plenty of walks, mental and physical activity, and positive stimulation. Someone dedicated to continuing Bradley's education using force-free methods. *We offer training and counselling support through our Doggytime Canine Education Course ~ Pup Parent System with all adoptions. To apply for Bradley: Click here to fill out our online adoption application: https://www.jotform.com/build/90615545049257

Search for a puppy or dog

Use the search tool below to browse adoptable puppies and adult dogs in Brighton, Ontario.

Puppies and dogs in nearby cities

Dog shelters and rescues in Brighton, Ontario

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

Here are a few organizations closest to you:

Shelter

Alaskan Malamute HELP League

Tallanwood RR 1, Apsley, ON K0L 1A0

Pet Types: dogs

More an arrow icon

Shelter

Animal Rescue Krew (A.R.K.)

R.R.#4, Lakefield, ON K0L 2H0

Pet Types: cats, dogs

More an arrow icon

Shelter

Clarington Animal shelter

40 Temperance St, Bowmanville, ON L1C3A6

Pet Types: cats, dogs

More an arrow icon

Shelter

Canadian Dog Adoption

Bowmanville, ON L1C 3N4

Pet Types: dogs

More an arrow icon

Shelter

CLARINGTON PET-CONNECTION

Bowmanville, ON L1C 1N4

Pet Types: cats, dogs

More an arrow icon

Shelter

Magayuk Dog Rescue

Quinte Region, ON K0K 2Y0

Pet Types: dogs

More an arrow icon

Shelter

Sheba Foundation

RR #1, Roslin, ON K0K 2Y0

Pet Types: dogs

More an arrow icon

Shelter

Shelter of Hope Animal Services

2363 Theatre Road South, P.O. Box 1060 , Cobourg, ON K9A 4J7

Pet Types: cats, dogs

More an arrow icon

Shelter

Northumberland Humane Society

371 Ward Street, Port Hope, ON L1A 4A4

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

More an arrow icon

Rescue

Loyalist Humane Society

P.O. Box 6108, Picton, ON K0K 3L0

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

More an arrow icon

Looking for a specific shelter or rescue?

For a comprehensive list of all shelters and rescues, try our search page. We have more than 17,000 organizations in our database with furry pals waiting for a new home!

Image of dog

Looking for a specific breed?

Select from the options below to view adoptable puppies and dogs in Brighton, Ontario and nearby cities.

Popular dog breeds

Affenpinscher Afghan Hound Airedale Terrier Akbash Akita Alaskan Klee Kai Alaskan Malamute American Bulldog American Cocker Spaniel American Eskimo Dog American Hairless Terrier American Pit Bull Terrier American Staffordshire Terrier Anatolian Shepherd Aussiedoodle Australian Cattle Dog Australian Kelpie Australian Shepherd Australian Terrier Basenji Basset Hound Beagle Bearded Collie Beauceron Bedlington Terrier Belgian Laekenois Belgian Malinois Belgian Shepherd Belgian Tervuren Bernedoodle Bernese Mountain Dog Bichon Frise Black Mouth Cur Black and Tan Coonhound Bloodhound Blue Lacy/Texas Lacy Bluetick Coonhound Bolognese Border Collie Border Terrier Borzoi Boston Terrier Bouvier des Flandres Boxer Boykin Spaniel Briard Brittany Brussels Griffon Bull Terrier Bullmastiff 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