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Puppies and dogs in Puerto Rico

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

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Adopt a dog in Puerto Rico

These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Puerto Rico. 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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Nutmeg (Foster in PR)

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, Puppy
Luquillo, PR
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You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Meet Nutmeg. She's about 9 weeks old (DOB early 2024) and weighs a bit over 9 lbs (in April 2024). She is the cutest chubby thing!! We are working on her medical protocol and will be ready to fly in about 2 weeks.  Her mom is Ginger.  Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.April 24, 2024, 6:39 am
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Photo of Cinnamon (Foster in PR)

Cinnamon (Foster in PR)

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, Puppy
Luquillo, PR
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You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Cinnamon weighs a bit over 6 lbs- 9 weeks old (DOB early 2024) and will be ready to fly in about 2 weeks (early May 2024). Cinnamon is UTD for age appropriate meds.  Cinnamon's mom is Ginger.Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.April 24, 2024, 6:39 am
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Photo of Ginger (Foster in PR)

Ginger (Foster in PR)

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, Adult
Luquillo, PR
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You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Ginger is about 5 years old (DOB 2019) and has had a rough life. She and her two pups were rescued from an abandoned house in Naguabo, Puerto Rico, when their homeless human went to jail.  She's super friendly and loving. She rides well in the car and walks great on leash. Ginger is 4dx neg, UTD on vaccines and monthly prevention meds. She is scheduled to be spayed May 3, 2024. She needs a loving home, where she can finally be safe.Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.April 24, 2024, 6:39 am
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Felix

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, Puppy
Guaynabo, PR
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(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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Shelters & rescues in Puerto Rico

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

Here are a few organizations closest to you:

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Caribbean Sato Rescue, PR

Dorado, PR 00646

Pet Types: dogs

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Humane Society of Puerto Rico, Inc

Bo. Los Frailes, carr. 20 KM 3.8, Guaynabo, PR 00971

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Alianza Pro Rescate Animales

PMB 281 #405 Ave Esmeralda, Guaynabo, PR 00969

Pet Types: dogs

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Save a Sato Foundation

PO Box 37694, San Juan, PR 00937

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Mercy For Satos

HC 3 Box 8592, Barranquitas, PR 00794

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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YES WE CAN-INE

AVE. LOMAS VERDES N-24, BAYAMON, PR 00956

Pet Types: dogs

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Amigos de los Animales

HC 1, Box 7622, Loiza, PR 00772

Pet Types: dogs

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SCARPR

Villalba, PR 00766

Pet Types: dogs

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South Coast Humane Society

P.O. Box 1096, Salinas, PR 00751

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Sato Dream Home

HC1 Box 5160, Salinas, PR 00751

Pet Types: cats, dogs, horses

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