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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Columbia, 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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Woody

Labrador Retriever

Male, Young
Columbia, SC
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Woody was adopted from a shelter and given to me as a gift. I brought him back to my apartment which then gave me a fine and one week to get rid of him. I can take him back when I move out in April but need somthing for now. I live woody and would love to help you dog sit or walk him whenever needed

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Koda

Mutt

Male, Young
Columbia, SC
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Koda is a 2.5 year old goofy dog. He was adopted as a puppy after being found in a box on the side of the road. He still has a lot of puppy energy and loves to run and play outside. His favorite toys are his soccer ball and rings he can play tug of war with. Koda prefers to be off the leash when exercising. He is very friendly off the leash, but does bark at strangers outside (and occasionally at the TV). Would be best suited for a home with a good backyard and someone to help him burn up all of his energy.

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Chloe

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, Adult
Columbia, SC
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Chloe is a well mannered very friendly lovable dog. She loves hugs, snuggles, car rides and outside adventures. She is both house trained and crate trained. Responds on command. She does get along with any animals. She loves to give lots of licks to show her love.

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Pepsi

Morkie

Female, Adult
Columbia, SC
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Pepsi is an energetic loving Morkie! We got her as a puppy from a breeder in Ridgeway, SC. She loves laptimen bell rubs and playing with her toys. If you lay down for a nap she'll try to get right beside you to nap too! "Fun fact: She loves ice!" If she hearts you at the fridge getting ice she'll stand right there waiting for her piece! She's 8yrs old and healthy all of her shots are update.

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Sasha

Mutt

Female, Young
Columbia, SC
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Sasha is a petite mixed breed and around 25-30 pounds. Sasha is a shy dog at first, but such a loving goofball once she warms up to people! She can be apprehensive to new people and dogs, but once you give her a treat, she's your best friend. She has a low to medium energy level- she's just as happy to snuggle on the couch as she is to go on a run. Sasha is an amazing dog; she's crate trained, potty trained, quiet, a professional cuddler, good leash manners, good to trim nails and give baths, dog friendly, playful, loves riding in the front seat, and so sweet. Her only vice is that she is NOT cat friendly and needs slow introductions to new people and animals. She has not been tested with kids, but based on her personality she would probably do better with older children who are familiar with how to behave around dogs and won't scare her. She has been tested with dogs smaller than her and does well. She's still a puppy and does puppy things, but she's incredibly smart!

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Pumpkin

American Staffordshire Terrier

Female, Young
Columbia, SC
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Pumpkin was dumped on the side of the road in July 2024 at 9 months old. She would like to be your house hippo! Pumpkin wants to follow her favorite human’s every wish. Pumpkin thrives with clear boundaries and direction. Pumpkin bonds heavily to one person as a heart dog. Pumpkin does enjoy children, cats are whatever, she would love to have a doggy friend in the home. Currently, she lives with small dogs and respects them. Like most dogs, she has a fear of men. She has come far and will open up to any man who is kind. I will work with you to transition Pumpkin fully into your home. I have 10 years dog adoption experience. I will be honest if Pumpkin is not the right dog for your family. She will come with a crate, food, & heartworm prevention. I am willing to travel out of state to meet you.

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Dog shelters and rescues in Columbia, South Carolina

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

Here are a few organizations closest to you:

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Midlands Golden Rescue

COLUMBIA, SC 29201

Pet Types: dogs

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The Heartworm Project

P.O. Box 7308, West Columbia, SC 29171

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Pets Inc The Carolinas Humane Society

300 Orchard Drive, West Columbia, SC 29169

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Final Victory Animal Rescue - South Carolina

919 N Lucas St., West Columbia, SC 29169

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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brokendobe Doberman Rescue

Columbia/Lexington, SC 29210

Pet Types: dogs

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Basset Rescue Crew of the Southeast

PO Box 2273, Columbia, SC 29202

Pet Types: dogs

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Noble Shepherd Rescue

PO Box 742, Columbia, SC 29202

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

205 Heron Dr, Columbia, SC 29203

Pet Types: dogs

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Australian Shepherds Furever -Columbia SC Chapter

PO Box 1676, Columbia, SC 29209

Pet Types: dogs

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Popular dog breeds

Labrador Retriever Chihuahua German Shepherd Dog Dachshund Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier Shih Tzu American Pit Bull Terrier Beagle Boxer Poodle (Miniature) Pomeranian Golden Retriever Husky Australian Shepherd Maltese Jack Russell Terrier Basset Hound Cocker Spaniel Miniature Pinscher Pekingese
Affenpinscher Afghan Hound Airedale Terrier Akbash Akita Alaskan Klee Kai Alaskan Malamute American Bulldog American Cocker Spaniel American Eskimo Dog American Hairless Terrier American Pit Bull Terrier American Staffordshire Terrier Anatolian Shepherd Aussiedoodle Australian Cattle Dog Australian Kelpie Australian Shepherd Australian Terrier Basenji Basset Hound Beagle Bearded Collie Beauceron Bedlington Terrier Belgian Laekenois Belgian Malinois Belgian Shepherd Belgian Tervuren Bernedoodle Bernese Mountain Dog Bichon Frise Black Mouth Cur Black and Tan Coonhound Bloodhound Blue Lacy/Texas Lacy Bluetick Coonhound Bolognese Border Collie Border Terrier Borzoi Boston Terrier Bouvier des Flandres Boxer Boykin Spaniel Briard Brittany Brussels Griffon Bull Terrier Bullmastiff
Cairn Terrier Canaan Dog Cane Corso Cardigan Welsh Corgi Carolina Dog Catahoula Leopard Dog Caucasian Shepherd Dog Cavachon Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Cavapoo Chesapeake Bay Retriever Chihuahua Chinese Crested Chinook Chiweenie Chow Chow Clumber Spaniel Cockapoo Cocker Spaniel Collie Coonhound Corgi Coton de Tulear Curly-Coated Retriever Dachshund Dalmatian Dandie Dinmont Terrier Doberman Pinscher Dogo Argentino Dogue de Bordeaux Dutch Shepherd
English (Redtick) Coonhound English Bulldog English Cocker Spaniel English Setter English Shepherd English Springer Spaniel English Toy Spaniel Entlebucher Feist Field Spaniel Fila Brasileiro Finnish Lapphund Finnish Spitz Flat-Coated Retriever Fox Terrier (Smooth) Fox Terrier (Toy) Fox Terrier (Wirehaired) Foxhound French Bulldog
German Pinscher German Shepherd Dog German Shorthaired Pointer German Spitz German Wirehaired Pointer Glen of Imaal Terrier Goberian Golden Retriever Goldendoodle Gordon Setter Great Dane Great Pyrenees Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Greyhound Halden Hound (Haldenstrover) Harrier Havanese Horgi Hovawart Husky
Ibizan Hound Icelandic Sheepdog Irish Setter Irish Terrier Irish Water Spaniel Irish Wolfhound Italian Greyhound Italian Spinone Jack Russell Terrier Japanese Chin Jindo
Kai Dog Karelian Bear Dog Keeshond Kerry Blue Terrier Kishu Komondor Kuvasz Kyi Leo Labradoodle Labrador Retriever Lakeland Terrier Lancashire Heeler Leonberger Lhasa Apso Löwchen
Maltese Maltipoo Manchester Terrier Maremma Sheepdog Mastiff Miniature Bull Terrier Miniature Dachshund Miniature Pinscher Morkie Mountain Cur Munsterlander Mutt Neapolitan Mastiff Newfoundland Norfolk Terrier Norwegian Buhund Norwegian Elkhound Norwegian Lundehund Norwich Terrier Nova Scotia Duck-Tolling Retriever
Old English Sheepdog Olde English Bulldogge Otterhound Papillon Parson Russell Terrier Patterdale Terrier (Fell Terrier) Pekingese Pembroke Welsh Corgi Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Pharaoh Hound Pitsky Plott Hound Podengo Portugueso Pointer Polish Lowland Sheepdog Pomeranian Pomsky Poodle (Miniature) Poodle (Standard) Poodle (Toy or Tea Cup) Portuguese Water Dog Presa Canario Pug Puggle Puli Pumi
Rat Terrier Redbone Coonhound Rhodesian Ridgeback Rottweiler Saluki Samoyed Schiller Hound Schipperke Schnauzer (Giant) Schnauzer (Miniature) Schnauzer (Standard) Schnoodle Scottie, Scottish Terrier Scottish Deerhound Sealyham Terrier Shar Pei Sheepadoodle Sheltie, Shetland Sheepdog Sheppit Shepsky Shiba Inu Shih Poo Shih Tzu Silky Terrier Skye Terrier Sloughi St. Bernard Staffordshire Bull Terrier Sussex Spaniel Swedish Vallhund
Texas Heeler Thai Ridgeback Tibetan Mastiff Tibetan Spaniel Tibetan Terrier Tosa Inu Treeing Walker Coonhound Vizsla
Weimaraner Welsh Springer Spaniel Welsh Terrier Westie, West Highland White Terrier Wheaten Terrier Whippet Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Xoloitzcuintle/Mexican Hairless
Yorkie Poo Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier