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Puppies and dogs in Charleston, South Carolina

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Adopt a dog in Charleston, South Carolina

These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Charleston, 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 Lucio's adoption status with email updates.
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Lucio

Labrador Retriever

Male, Adult
Charleston, SC
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Lucio is 6 and a half. He's a very energetic dog, but he's really starting to settle down now that he's an adult. He is very eager to please. He LOVES walks. He likes to play fetch. He also likes to play "find it" with his toys. He's very food motivated. He's an extremely nice dog. He LOVES people and other dogs. He knows a lot of tricks. He is looking for a very active home, preferably with other dogs. Let me know if you're interested.
We'll also keep you updated on Traveller's adoption status with email updates.
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Traveller

Treeing Walker Coonhound Hound (Unknown Type)

Male, Adult
Charleston, SC
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Traveller is a great, beautiful boy who gets compliments on his every walk. He is a very calm dog who doesn't shed, drool, lick or bark. He is great with strangers, older kids, other dogs and our cats. He loves people and is gentle the vast majority of the time. His only behavioral issue is that he startles easily if he is touched while he is deeply asleep, and he may snap when startled awake. Because we have young children who may accidentally wake him abruptly, we feel it’s safest to place him in a home without small kids. He has never shown aggression in any other context. We rescued him from the road in Hollywood, SC about 5 years ago. We took him to Charleston Animal Society who made sure he wasn't anyone else's pet, gave him all of his shots and judged him to be about 5 years old. He does get nervous during storms and will want to stay near you during them. Please feel free to reach out with any questions at all.
We'll also keep you updated on Happy's adoption status with email updates.
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Happy

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, Young
Charleston, SC
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Needs experienced adopter, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Happy is a super energetic and sweet dog. He is pretty good with kiddos but still has that puppy like behavior. He loves bones to chew on. An ideal home for him would have a big backyard so he can run around. He a little less then a year old. Sweet, energetic, and smart
We'll also keep you updated on Mocha and fluffy's adoption status with email updates.
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Mocha and fluffy

Yorkie Poo

Female, Puppy
Charleston, SC
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
Story
10 weeks old yorkiepoo's available male and female will be under 10 lbs. fully grown please call or text only
We'll also keep you updated on Reggie's adoption status with email updates.
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Reggie

Shih Tzu

Male, Adult
Charleston, SC
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Reggie is a sweet dog but enjoys being close to his owner and spend time with a person who likes to sit and relax. He likes time on the couch being together
We'll also keep you updated on Diamond's adoption status with email updates.
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Diamond

Husky Hound (Unknown Type)

Female, Adult
Charleston, SC
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
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Dog shelters and rescues in Charleston, South Carolina

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

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SCMR - NC Wilmington

Wilmington, NC 29409

Pet Types: dogs

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Eunoia Rescue

Charleston, SC 29403

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Dog Lover Rescue Transport - Charleston

Charleston, SC 29401

Pet Types: dogs

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Pet Helpers

1447 Folly Road, Charleston, SC 29412

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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My Name Is Milk

Charleston, SC 29412

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Folly Road Animal Hospital

1038 Folly Rd, Charleston, SC 29412

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rosie Rescue

Mount Pleasant, SC 29464

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescued in SC

Mt Pleasant, SC 29464

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Carolina Coonhound Rescue

PO Box 80223, Charleston, SC 29416

Pet Types: dogs

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