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Puppies and dogs in Scranton, Pennsylvania

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Scranton, Pennsylvania. 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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Legolas

Hound (Unknown Type)

Male, 2 yrs 1 mo
Port Jervis, NJ
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Needs special attention, Needs experienced adopter, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Aragorn, Legolas and Gandolf are brothers that have been at the rescue for a while. They are all very sweet and give all the caregivers lots of hugs and kisses. Aragorn has no health issues. Legolas depends on him for guidance because Legolas is deaf. They are good boys on a leash. Aragorn loves squeaky toys but he also loves to tear them up….really fast! They do not squabble over food. If you would like more info on any of them, please message lisa@dirtroadrescues.org.

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Giblet

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium) Whippet

Female, 1 yr 2 mos
Port Jervis, NJ
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
Story
Honeysuckle, Butterball and Giblet are the biggest tail waggers we have ever had! They are the happiest bunch of puppies and are so friendly and lovable. These babies will be a great addition to your family and will be happy to be your best friend. We think they will be medium to large size when full grown and are terrier,cur,lab, or whippet mix. If interested in adopting one of these precious Thanksgiving babies, please fill out an adoption application on dirtroadrescues.org and we will contact you to answer questions.

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Butterball

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium) Whippet

Male, 1 yr 2 mos
Port Jervis, NJ
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
Story
Honeysuckle, Butterball and Giblet are the biggest tail waggers we have ever had! They are the happiest bunch of puppies and are so friendly and lovable. These babies will be a great addition to your family and will be happy to be your best friend. We think they will be medium to large size when full grown and are terrier,cur,lab, or whippet mix. If interested in adopting one of these precious Thanksgiving babies, please fill out an adoption application on dirtroadrescues.org and we will contact you to answer questions.

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Willy

Labrador Retriever Pointer

Male, 2 yrs 7 mos
Port Jervis, NJ
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Willy is a big ole lovable goofball of a dog! He gives great hugs and loves his humans that care for him. He enjoys getting out in the yard to run and then taking a nap in the sunshine. Willy has been good with females at the rescue but is not as agreeable with males. Willy loves people and would really enjoy being a best friend to the person that adopts him. If interested in adopting Willy, please fill out an adoption application on dirtroadrescues.org and we will contact you to answer all questions

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Gandalf

Hound (Unknown Type)

Male, 2 yrs 1 mo
Port Jervis, NJ
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Needs special attention, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Aragorn, Legolas and Gandalf are brothers that have been at the rescue for a while. They are all very sweet and give all the caregivers lots of hugs and kisses. Aragorn has no health issues. Legolas depends on him for guidance because Legolas is deaf. Gandalf has been diagnosed with a heart murmur. He is just being watched for now and not on any medications for it. They are good boys on a leash. Aragorn loves squeaky toys but he also loves to tear them up….really fast! They do not squabble over food. If you would like more info on any of them, please message lisa@dirtroadrescues.org.

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Bonded Pair
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Aragorn

Hound (Unknown Type)

Male, 2 yrs 1 mo
Port Jervis, NJ
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Aragorn, Legolas and Gandolf are brothers that have been at the rescue for a while. They are all very sweet and give all the caregivers lots of hugs and kisses. Aragorn has no health issues. Legolas depends on him for guidance because Legolas is deaf. They are good boys on a leash. Aragorn loves squeaky toys but he also loves to tear them up….really fast! They do not squabble over food. If you would like more info on any of them, please message lisa@dirtroadrescues.org.

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Dog shelters and rescues in Scranton, Pennsylvania

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

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Griffin Pond Animal Shelter

967 Griffin Pond Rd, South Abington Township, PA 18411

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

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Pooches & Purrs Cooperative - Scranton

Scranton, PA 18504

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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NEPA Pet Fund and Rescue

PO Box 3953, Scranton, PA 18505

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Compassion In Action, Inc

Factoryville, PA 18419

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Shar Pei Nation Rescue, Inc - Pittston, PA

Pittston, PA 18640

Pet Types: dogs

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Keystone Paw Pals

Exeter, PA 18643

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Friends of Pep Border Collie Rescue

4th street, Gouldsboro, PA 18424

Pet Types: dogs

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Dessin Animal Shelter

138 Miller Drive, Honesdale, PA 18436

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

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Sugar Mutts Rescue

Newfoundland, PA 18445

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Pregnant Dog Rescue

newfoundland, PA 18445

Pet Types: dogs

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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
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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
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