Rhode Island

Puppies and dogs in Rhode Island

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Rhode Island. To learn more about each adoptable dog, click on the "i" icon for fast facts, or their photo or name for full details.

Banana

Miniature Dachshund/Pomeranian

Male, Young

East Greenwich, RI

Size

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

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained,

Story

Banana is a highly intelligent and attentive Miniature Dachshund/Pomeranian mix. Banana was born 9/29/2023 and is up-to-date on all of his shots and was neutered in June 2024. Banana has a fair amount of energy and would benefit from a walk or outdoor activity each day. Asking $100 rehoming fee, but more interested in finding him a good home.

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Bingo

Terrier (Unknown Type, Small)/Mixed Breed (Small)

Male, 1 yr

CRANSTON, RI

Size

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

Details

Good with dogs, House-trained,

Story

If you would like to apply to take Bingo home, click the link next to their picture, or Visit our website at Www.godogsgorescue.org and fill out an application! We look forward to hearing from you. Rex and Ringo are brothers they are about 1 year old, they are super cute and very friendly with ladies and love to give kisses when you donate on them But!!…they have barked at all the men they have laid eyes on, for this reason we are looking for a man free home or homes and no kids either, certainly not younger ones or ones that are too lively, the boys seem like they prefer the finer things in life! Right ladies! 😉

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Rex

Terrier (Unknown Type, Small)/Mixed Breed (Small)

Male, 1 yr

CRANSTON, RI

Size

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

Details

Good with dogs, House-trained,

Story

If you would like to apply to take Rex home, click the link next to their picture, or Visit our website at Www.godogsgorescue.org and fill out an application! We look forward to hearing from you. Rex and Ringo are brothers they are about 1 year old, they are super cute and very friendly with ladies and love to give kisses when you donate on them But!!…they have barked at all the men they have laid eyes on, for this reason we are looking for a man free home or homes and no kids either, certainly not younger ones or ones that are too lively, the boys seem like they prefer the finer things in life! Right ladies! 😉

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Lucy

Feist/Mixed Breed (Small)

Female, 4 mos

CRANSTON, RI

Size

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

Details

Good with dogs, House-trained,

Story

If you would like to apply to take Lucy home, click the link next to their picture, or Visit our website at Www.godogsgorescue.org and fill out an application! We look forward to hearing from you. Lucy ( 4 months old) is a little girl with a huge personality She could be a feist mix, seems a bit like a bigger chihuahua but she won’t get very big She’s super sweet, friendly and outgoing! Lots of energy, she’s not a lap dog that’s for sure! She would love someone to go on adventures with!

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Lenny

Golden Retriever/Mixed Breed (Large)

Male, 5 mos

CRANSTON, RI

Size

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

Details

Good with dogs, House-trained,

Story

If you would like to apply to take Lenny home, click the link next to their picture, or Visit our website at Www.godogsgorescue.org and fill out an application! We look forward to hearing from you. Lenny 5 months old Big ole goof ball, confident and quirky, and going to be a large boy once fully grown. He’s All Clumsy puppy right now, an absolute delight to spend time with.

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Hilda

Blue Heeler

Female, 2 mos

Johnston, RI

Size

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

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,

Story

Meet Hilda, an adorable 2-month-old heeler mix with the most charming ears you've ever seen! This little one is full of spunk and joy, always ready for playtime adventures. Despite her playful nature, Hilda knows how to unwind and loves to cuddle after a busy day. If you're looking for a fun-loving pup who also enjoys snuggles, Hilda could be your perfect match! If interested in adopting one of our available pets, please fill out an application at https://www.dixiegirldogrescue.org/forms PLEASE MAKE NOTE- OUR DOGS ARE FOSTERED IN ALABAMA (UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED), OUR DOGS TRANSPORT TO THEIR NEW FAMILIES IN RHODE ISLAND AFTER THEY HAVE BEEN ADOPTED. Our rescue pets are fostered in Southern foster homes (unless otherwise stated) and are posted for adoption once they are completely vetted and ready to travel. Our pets are adoptable in Alabama and New England States. Our adoption fee includes transport fee, spay/neuter, current vaccinations, deworming, heart worm test for animals over 7 months old, all necessary vetting and an interstate health certificate. Once an application is received, our team is happy to answer all of your questions and send additional pictures and videos. Thank you for thinking rescue!

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Shelters & rescues in Rhode Island

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

Here are a few organizations closest to you:

Shelter

Pawtucket Animal Shelter

Pawtucket, RI 02860

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Rural TANK Animal Rescue - Pawtucket, RI Transport Location

Pawtucket, RI 02860

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Peis & Strays - RI

Pawtucket, RI 02861

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Central Falls Animal Control/Friends of Central Falls Animals

Central Falls, RI 02863

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Just A Touch Rescue - Cumberland Chapter

Cumberland, RI 02864

Pet Types: dogs

Shelter

The Hotel for Homeless Dogs

Cumberland, RI 02864

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Shelter

Rockin AA Sanctuary, Inc.

Cumberland, Rhode Island, RI 02864

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Shelter

Cumberland Animal Control

44 Martin St., Cumberland, RI 02864

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Just A Touch Rescue, Inc. - Albion Chapter

P. O. Box 610, Albion, RI 02864

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

New Rattitude - Rhode Island

Providence, RI 02901

Pet Types: dogs

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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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Puppies and dogs in Rhode Island

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Puppies and dogs in Rhode Island

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Rhode Island. 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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Puppies and dogs in Rhode Island cities

Shelters & rescues in Rhode Island

Looking for a specific shelter or rescue?

Looking for a specific breed?

Popular dog breeds

Popular dog breeds