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Puppies and dogs in Tennessee

Looking for a puppy or dog in Tennessee? Adopt a Pet can help you find a new best friend near you.

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Tennessee. 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 MINUTE MAID's adoption status with email updates.
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MINUTE MAID

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 2 mos
Nashville, TN
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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Duke

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 8 yrs
Columbia, TN
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(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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.Adopt from MCASAll of our dogs are spayed/neutered, heartworm tested (and treated if positive), microchipped, and current on all vaccinations.We are open 7 days a week 12pm to 5pm for adoptions, no appointment necessary!Adoption Center: 931-375-1402If you would like more information about this dog, please contact our volunteer coordinator, Kim, at kraffauf@gmail.com
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Rango

Kai Dog

Male, 8 mos
Memphis, TN
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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Kai Dog

Male, 3 yrs
Memphis, TN
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Dakoda

German Shepherd Dog

Female, 5 yrs 2 mos
Knoxville, TN
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(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
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Meet Dakoda! This dainty lady is waiting for the perfect home! Dakoda regularly attends playgroups with dogs that match her easy going, laid-back lifestyle. She knows `sit`, `down`, and `paw` and does her best to keep her kennel clean, making us think she has some house-training experience. Come visit Dakoda today!
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Capp

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, Young
Memphis, TN
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
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Good with dogs, House-trained,
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Capp, is a good dog , he needs to be neutered. I have another dog who also needs to be neutered and should have done that earlier but I didn’t .Cap and him don’t get along now, did for awhile, he gets along great with my other neutered dog, but not the other one.He is super sweet and loves to cuddle up and sleep with ya. I just want to find him a good home. I do have a scheduled neutereing appointment Feb 3. Which I will help get done.I hope that helps.I hope I can find him a good home. Thanks

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Shelters & rescues in Tennessee

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

Here are a few organizations closest to you:

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Springfield Animal Control Shelter

507 Industrial Drive, Springfield, TN 37172

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Adopt an Angel Rescue

Springfield, TN 37172

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Furever Love Rescue

Springfield, TN 37172

Pet Types: dogs

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Robertson County Animal Control

2900 West County Farm Road, Springfield, TN 37172

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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East Coast Humane Society -TN

Greenbrier, TN 37073

Pet Types: dogs

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Greenbrier Rescuers

Greenbrier, TN 37073

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Forget-Me-Not Animal Rescue

PO Box 722, Pleasant View, TN 37146

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Big Dog Heaven Animal Care

3039 Freeman Hollow Rd, GOODLETTSVILLE, TN 37072

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, horses, rabbits

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Gigi's Rescue

Goodlettsville, TN 37072

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Keely's Friends Dog Rescue

Goodlettsville, TN 37072

Pet Types: dogs

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Popular dog breeds

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