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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.
We'll also keep you updated on Boone's adoption status with email updates.
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Boone

Australian Cattle Dog

Male, 4 yrs
Anderson, SC
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(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
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Maxine

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 8 yrs
Columbia, SC
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
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90464a Everett

German Shepherd Dog

Male, 10 mos
North Charleston, SC
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(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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2607b Tinsley

Hound (Unknown Type)

Female, 2 yrs
North Charleston, SC
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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2901b Ducky

Golden Retriever

Female, 2 mos
North Charleston, SC
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(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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Love Bug*

Mastiff

Female, 1 yr
Anderson, SC
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(when grown) X-Large 101 lbs (46 kg) or more
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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:

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Upstate SC German Shepherd Rescue

P.O. Box 1634, Travelers Rest, SC 29690

Pet Types: dogs

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SouthEastern Keeshond Club

Travelers Rest, SC 29690

Pet Types: dogs

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Carolina Loving Hound Rescue

Greenville, SC 29617

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Lucky Pup Rescue SC

greenville, SC 29617

Pet Types: dogs

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Licks of Love Inc

Greenville, SC 29609

Pet Types: dogs

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Greenville County Animal Care Services

328 Furman Hall Rd, Greenville, SC 29609

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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The Good Shepherd GSD Rescue

Taylors, SC 29687

Pet Types: dogs

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Day Before the Rainbow Rescue and Adoption--SC foster homes

Taylors, SC 29687

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

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Lynn for the Animals - Greenville, SC

Greenville, SC 29687

Pet Types: dogs

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The Paw Project

112 RIVERTRAIL CT, GREER, SC 29651

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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