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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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Adopt a dog in South Carolina

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.
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Wynonna

Siberian Husky

Female, 3 yrs 2 mos
Hardeeville, SC
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs,
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Adoption Hours are Wednesday through Sunday from 11 AM to 4 PM. You do not need an appointment to come by and meet animals during adoption hours.
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Mack

English Bulldog/American Staffordshire Terrier

Male, 4 yrs
Hardeeville, SC
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
Story
Adoption Hours are Wednesday through Sunday from 11 AM to 4 PM. You do not need an appointment to come by and meet animals during adoption hours.
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Amelia

Australian Cattle Dog/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 2 yrs
Hardeeville, SC
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs,
Story
Adoption Hours are Wednesday through Sunday from 11 AM to 4 PM. You do not need an appointment to come by and meet animals during adoption hours.
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Cheeseburger

Hound (Unknown Type)/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 1 yr 6 mos
Hardeeville, SC
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
Story
Adoption Hours are Wednesday through Sunday from 11 AM to 4 PM. You do not need an appointment to come by and meet animals during adoption hours.
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Foolery

Basset Hound/Labrador Retriever

Male, 1 yr
Hardeeville, SC
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
Story
Adoption Hours are Wednesday through Sunday from 11 AM to 4 PM. You do not need an appointment to come by and meet animals during adoption hours.
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Donkey

Basset Hound

Male, 4 yrs
Hardeeville, SC
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
Story
Adoption Hours are Wednesday through Sunday from 11 AM to 4 PM. You do not need an appointment to come by and meet animals during adoption hours.

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Puppies and dogs in South Carolina cities

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:

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Homeward Bound Pet Rescue

PO Box 4335, Irmo, SC 29063

Pet Types: dogs

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Erica's Waggy Tails, Inc.

Irmo, SC 29063

Pet Types: dogs

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Yorkie Haven Rescue - SC

Columbia, SC 29212

Pet Types: dogs

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Pawmetto Lifeline

1275 Bower Parkway, Columbia, SC 29212

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Carolina Italian Greyhound Adoption Rescue

142 Arborgate Circle, Columbia, SC 29212

Pet Types: dogs

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Animal Rescue Carolina, Inc (ARC)

P.O. Box 210668, Columbia, SC 29221

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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brokendobe Doberman Rescue

Columbia/Lexington, SC 29210

Pet Types: dogs

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Sailing and Saving Lives

Chapin, SC 29036

Pet Types: dogs

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South Carolina Sheltie rescue

Box 11414, Columbia, SC 29211

Pet Types: dogs

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brokendobe

205 Heron Dr, Columbia, SC 29203

Pet Types: dogs

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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!

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Select from the options below to view adoptable puppies and dogs in South Carolina

Popular dog breeds

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