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Puppies and dogs in South Carolina

Looking for a puppy or dog in South Carolina? 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 South Carolina. 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 Drax Bell's adoption status with email updates.
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Drax Bell

Staffordshire Bull Terrier

Male, Adult
Shaw AFB, SC
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs special attention, House-trained,
Story
This is Drax! We believe he is a Staffordshire Bull Terrier just from the shape of his head and his burly body but looks can be deceiving! I say this because he has been the most gentlest beefy boy on the planet and absolutely loves to cuddle. We found him abandoned and lethargic near military housing and we decided to foster him for a short time, where we discovered he had heartworms but he has been treated! Main thing of concern with him is he is highly anxious around cars and also flinches/winces whenever we pet him (most likely trauma from previous owners). Oddly enough he does well on leash and his reactivity to other dogs/pets is very low (will just stare and watch them pass).
We'll also keep you updated on Dax's adoption status with email updates.
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Dax

Australian Cattle Dog/Australian Shepherd

Male, Puppy
Indian Land, SC
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with cats, House-trained,
Story
Dax has a lot of energy and loves to run and play! We simply do not have the time to give him the attention he deserves. He is extremely happy. Loves fetch and is well potty trained at only 6 months. He is very smart and knows a bunch of commands!
We'll also keep you updated on Confetti [Foster Home]'s adoption status with email updates.
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Confetti [Foster Home]

Shepherd (Unknown Type)

Male, 1 mo
Walterboro, SC
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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AVAILABLE FOR PREADOPTION ONLY Confetti is the all-around perfect puppy package! Playful, confident and curious, Confetti is always looking for a new adventure. Loves all toys, all people, playing tug, and running around the yard with his siblings. Confetti also loves a good cuddle, and will happily nap on your lap or at your side. Confetti is ready for you to be his forever family!
We'll also keep you updated on Tux [Foster Home]'s adoption status with email updates.
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Tux [Foster Home]

Shepherd (Unknown Type)

Male, 1 mo
Walterboro, SC
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
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AVAILABLE FOR PREADOPTION ONLY Tux is the all-around perfect puppy package! Playful, confident and curious, Tux is always looking for a new adventure. Loves all toys, all people, playing tug, and running around the yard with his siblings. Tux also loves a good cuddle, and will happily nap on your lap or at your side. Tux is ready for you to be his forever family!
We'll also keep you updated on Eve [Foster Home]'s adoption status with email updates.
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Eve [Foster Home]

Shepherd (Unknown Type)

Female, 1 mo
Walterboro, SC
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
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AVAILABLE FOR PREADOPTION ONLY Eve is the all-around perfect puppy package! Playful, confident and curious, Eve is always looking for a new adventure. Loves all toys, all people, playing tug, and running around the yard with her siblings. Eve also loves a good cuddle, and will happily nap on your lap or at your side. Eve is ready for you to be her forever family!
We'll also keep you updated on Toast [Foster Home]'s adoption status with email updates.
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Toast [Foster Home]

Shepherd (Unknown Type)

Female, 1 mo
Walterboro, SC
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
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Story
AVAILABLE FOR PREADOPTION ONLY Toast is the all-around perfect puppy package! Playful, confident and curious, Toast is always looking for a new adventure. Loves all toys, all people, playing tug, and running around the yard with her siblings. Toast also loves a good cuddle, and will happily nap on your lap or at your side. Toast is ready for you to be her forever family!

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Shelters & rescues in South Carolina

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

Here are a few organizations closest to you:

Shelter

Union County Animal Shelter

1647 JONESVILLE HWY, union sc, SC 29379

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

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Union City/County Shelter

1657 Jonesville Hwy., Union, SC 29379

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Furbaby Ranch - Ashville Chapter

Union, SC 29379

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Ozzie to the rescue

126 Pine Ln, Union, SC 29379

Pet Types: dogs

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Wild Pines Sanctuary

Union, SC 29379

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

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The NOOK Animal Refuge & Adoption Agency, Inc.

Pacolet, SC 29372

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

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Lucky Dog Rescue

PO Box 107, Gaffney, SC 29342

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Humane Society of Cherokee County

PO Box 2223, Gaffney, SC 29342

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Popular dog breeds

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