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Puppies and dogs in Lancaster, South Carolina

Looking for a puppy or dog in Lancaster, South Carolina? Adopt a Pet can help you find a new best friend near you.

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Adopt a dog in Lancaster, South Carolina

These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Lancaster, 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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Buzz

Labrador Retriever Hound (Unknown Type)

Male, 4 yrs 9 mos
Waxhaw, NC
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
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Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
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Woof! Buzz in the house, and my tail's always on a wagging spree! Snuggling up with my person is pure bliss, but hey, let's not forget about playtime—I'm all for it! I'm a happy guy, and my heart longs to be the king of my castle. Being the only dog suits me just fine, and I'll shower you with all the love and loyalty a canine can offer. I'll thrive best in a family with older teens or just adults who understand my needs. I promise to be an amazing companion, bringing endless joy and laughter into your life. So, if you're ready to have a tail-waggingly wonderful buddy, adopt me! Submit your application today at www.southcharlottedogrescue.com!

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Paris

Boxer Hound (Unknown Type)

Female, 2 yrs 5 mos
Waxhaw, NC
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Introducing Paris. Woof! Woof! I'm Paris, the heart-melting pup overflowing with love and loyalty! My tail wags a thousand times a minute when I'm with my people, and snuggles are my absolute favorite. I'm playful and affectionate, ready to shower you with joy and laughter every day! Though I adore my humans to the moon and back, I have to admit, sharing them isn't my strong suit. I dream of finding a perfect family where I can be the center of attention, without any other furry distractions. Trust me, you won't need anyone else once you see my adorable antics and feel my warm, fuzzy cuddles. Let's make a pact to be inseparable! Adopt me, and I promise to fill your life with endless love and unwavering devotion. 🐾❤️ Don't miss out! Submit your application today at www.southcharlottedogrescue.com!

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Turtle

Beagle Hound (Unknown Type)

Male, 2 yrs 5 mos
Waxhaw, NC
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Hi, I'm Turtle, the charming Beagle/Hound Mix, and I can't wait to find my new best friend! Talking is my thing, so get ready for some heartwarming conversations on the couch. Snuggling is my expertise; I'll keep you cozy and warm for hours! But wait, there's more—I'm an active pup who adores running and playing in a safe, fenced backyard. My smart little brain even learned to ring a bell when I want to go outside! How cool is that? Now, all I need is my forever family to share my adventures and cuddles with. Are you ready for the most loyal and loving companion you've ever met? Then adopt me, and let's make memories together! Submit your application today at www.southcharlottedogrescue.com.

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Kingsley

Staffordshire Bull Terrier American Bulldog

Male, 7 yrs 1 mo
Waxhaw, NC
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Introducing Kingsley! He is sweetest, goofiest guy! Kingsley loves attention from people. He loves to go on walks (he prefers short walks as he is a bit of a couch potato). A Kong with some peanut butter will make him the happiest guy in the world. He crates like a dream. He only barks when someone he doesn’t know is nearby. He just loves to be near people. He will make an absolutely wonderful companion for someone looking for a chill guy who just wants to be in your company. Kingsley will do best in a home with a fence, older teenage kids. Kingsley also will do best in a home as the only pet. Don't miss out on this boy! Submit your application at southcharlottedogrescue.com

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Darla

Hound (Unknown Type) Jack Russell Terrier

Female, 1 yr 8 mos
Waxhaw, NC
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Introducing Darla! This precious girl is sweet as can be & great with people, dogs & cats! Darla came to us as an injured puppy but has made an amazing recovery & is so ready to find her happily ever after! She will do best in a home with a fenced yard & another dog who loves to play. Darla loves her people & is such a cuddle bug but also loves a good play session out in the yard. Don't miss out on this awesome pup! Submit your application today at www.southcharlottedogrescue.com!

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Dante

Australian Shepherd Poodle (Standard)

Male, 4 yrs 3 mos
Waxhaw, NC
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
Introducing Dante! This handsome boy loves his people more than anything. He is fearful when meeting people he doesn't know but warms up quickly with a proper introduction. Dante thrives best in a structured environment with good leadership & dog knowledgeable humans. He loves playing with other dogs but would also be happy as an only dog. Dante will do best in a home with a fenced yard & people who are home more often than not. Older kids are always best for an Australian Shepherd mix & Dante appreciates gentle handling best. Submit your application today at www.southcharlottedogrescue.com!

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Dog shelters and rescues in Lancaster, South Carolina

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

Here are a few organizations closest to you:

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LANCASTER SPCA

PO Box 3042, Lancaster, SC 29721

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Humane Society of Lancaster SC

PO Box 1825, Lancaster, SC 29721

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

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Willow's Bend Dog Rescue Inc.

Lancaster, SC 29721

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, farm animals

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Lancaster County Animal Shelter

2074 Pageland Hwy, Lancaster, SC 29720

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

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Heavensown Rescue

6415 Marvin Fowler Rd, Waxhaw, NC 28173

Pet Types: dogs

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South Charlotte Dog Rescue

Waxhaw, NC 28173

Pet Types: dogs

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Where Hope Lives

Waxhaw, NC 28173

Pet Types: dogs

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MidAtlantic Pug Rescue

Waxhaw, NC 28173

Pet Types: dogs

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Where Hope Lives Humane Society

7900 Rockland Trail, Waxhaw, NC 28173

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Carolina P.A.W.S.

P.O. Box 365, Waxhaw, NC 28173

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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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
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