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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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WF43 Cygnus

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 2 mos
Georgetown, SC
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(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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Paris

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, Adult
Greenwood, SC
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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Needs Home Fast
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Arlington

Beagle

Female, 7 yrs 7 mos
Pickens, SC
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(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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Dallas

Hound (Unknown Type)/Great Pyrenees

Female, 6 yrs 1 mo
Pickens, SC
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(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
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Chucky

Shih Tzu/Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier

Male, Young
York, SC
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained,
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Meet Chucky he is a sweet boy, loves playing and running with the other pups. Chucky weighs 10.6 pounds and he is just a bundle of joy he's a great lap pet, and he'll be your best friend forever. if your interested in meeting or adopting this cutie please visit Richardsonrescue.org and submit a applicationVisit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.July 31, 2026, 1:08 pm
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Pikachu

Mixed Breed (Large)

Male, 2 yrs
Greenville, SC
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(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
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Found Address W Wade Hampton Blvd Greer, SC 29650 Greenville

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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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Jayne H Boswell Animal Shelter

1434 S McCurdy Rd, Florence, SC 29506

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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TPC of Florence,SC

Florence, SC 29505

Pet Types: dogs

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Animal Shelter of Florence County

1487 HUMANE LN, EFFINGHAM, SC 29541

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Dillon County Animal Shelter

1020 Old Latta Hwy, Dillon, SC 29565

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Darlington County Humane Society

580 E. Washington St, Hartsville, SC 29550

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Marion County Animal Shelter

123 Dog and Cat Court, Mullins, SC 29574

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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PTTR RESCUE/FOSTER HOME

2979 S. HWY 41, Mullins, SC 29574

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Humane Society of Marlboro County

242 Ag Street, Bennettsville, SC 29512

Pet Types: cats, dogs, horses

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A Noah's Ark Educational Zoo

Nichols, SC 29581

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

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Williamsburg County Animal Care and Control

200 County Camp Rd, Kingstree, SC 29556

Pet Types: cats, dogs, small animals

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