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Puppies and dogs in Virginia

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Virginia. To learn more about each adoptable dog, click on the "i" icon for fast facts, or their photo or name for full details.

Cha Cha

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, Adult

Richmond, VA

Size

(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)

Details

Story

Meet Cha Cha, a truly sweet companion with a heart full of love. This delightful dog enjoys the simple pleasures of life, like leisurely walks and cozy afternoons spent by your side. Cha Cha has a gentle spirit and an affectionate nature, making her a perfect friend for those quiet moments at home. Shes also keen on learning new tricks and always eager to please, which makes training sessions both fun and rewarding. If youre looking for a loyal and loving addition to your family, Cha Cha could be the perfect match.

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Rascal

Poodle (Miniature)/Australian Shepherd

Male, Young

Arlington, VA

Size

(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less

Details

Good with dogs,

Story

Sweet pup ISO TLC! RASCAL NEEDS A FOSTER OR FOREVER HOME!!!! Name: Rascal Best Guess for Breed: Aussie mix Best Guess for Age: 4 years as of Oct. 2026 SEX: Male Approximate Weight: 23 lbs Gets Along With: Other dogs! We haven't seen them with cats or kids but we are happy to discuss integration techniques with any potential adopters! Currently Living at: South Carolina shelter---needs DC area foster or forever home Special adoption considerations: In certain home settings -- where the environment might be loud or more intense -- this dog would do better with another dog in the home to give him confidence. Rascal is Looking For: Hi. I am Rascal. I have had a rough start in life. But I hear I am a Lucky Dog now. It gives me hope! I am looking for a loving forever family who has TLC in store for me. Because of my rough start in life I am a little scared so I look forward to having doggie friends nearby to help show me the ropes. My dream is to grow strong and give you all my sweetness and blossom into a spirited pup! What do you say? Will be you my human and come on this rewarding journey with me? I hope so. Please apply below to adopt me! What My Foster Says About Me: Coming soon! Lucky Dog cannot guarantee any dog is housebroken. All of our dogs are working on their crate training. TO ADOPT: The adoption fee for this dog is $460, which includes the cost of routine vetting, including vaccinations and spay/neuter. If you are interested in adopting, please complete the Adoption Questionnaire online at bit.ly/adoptaluckydog . Lucky Dog Animal Rescue does our best to provide accurate information about the dogs we have for adoption. That said, we cannot make any guarantees about age, breed or temperament. Thank you for contacting Lucky Dog Animal Rescue and helping to save a life! Please visit us online at www.luckydoganimalrescue.org . BE A FOSTER!!! Fosters make it possible for Lucky Dog Animal Rescue to save and care for homeless and abandoned dogs! To learn about fostering, please contact fostering@luckydoganimalrescue.org! BE A SPONSOR!!!! Sponsors help Lucky Dog support the many dogs we save. To learn more about sponsorship, please contact info@luckydoganimalrescue.org ! October 21, 2026, 6:09 pm

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Hershey

Poodle (Miniature)

Male, Young

Arlington, VA

Size

(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less

Details

Good with dogs,

Story

Sweet pup ISO TLC! HERSHEY NEEDS A FOSTER OR FOREVER HOME!!!! Name: Hershey Best Guess for Breed: Mini Poodle mix Best Guess for Age: 4 years as of Oct. 2026 SEX: Male Approximate Weight: 12.3 lbs Gets Along With: Other dogs! We haven't seen them with cats or kids but we are happy to discuss integration techniques with any potential adopters! Currently Living at: South Carolina shelter---needs DC area foster or forever home Special adoption considerations: In certain home settings -- where the environment might be loud or more intense -- this dog would do better with another dog in the home to give him confidence. Hershey is Looking For: Hi. I am Hershey. I have had a rough start in life. But I hear I am a Lucky Dog now. It gives me hope! I am looking for a loving forever family who has TLC in store for me. Because of my rough start in life I am a little scared so I look forward to having doggie friends nearby to help show me the ropes. My dream is to grow strong and give you all my sweetness and blossom into a spirited pup! What do you say? Will be you my human and come on this rewarding journey with me? I hope so. Please apply below to adopt me! What My Foster Says About Me: Coming soon! Lucky Dog cannot guarantee any dog is housebroken. All of our dogs are working on their crate training. TO ADOPT: The adoption fee for this dog is $460, which includes the cost of routine vetting, including vaccinations and spay/neuter. If you are interested in adopting, please complete the Adoption Questionnaire online at bit.ly/adoptaluckydog . Lucky Dog Animal Rescue does our best to provide accurate information about the dogs we have for adoption. That said, we cannot make any guarantees about age, breed or temperament. Thank you for contacting Lucky Dog Animal Rescue and helping to save a life! Please visit us online at www.luckydoganimalrescue.org . BE A FOSTER!!! Fosters make it possible for Lucky Dog Animal Rescue to save and care for homeless and abandoned dogs! To learn about fostering, please contact fostering@luckydoganimalrescue.org! BE A SPONSOR!!!! Sponsors help Lucky Dog support the many dogs we save. To learn more about sponsorship, please contact info@luckydoganimalrescue.org ! October 21, 2026, 6:09 pm

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Igor

Shepherd (Unknown Type)/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 2 mos

Charlottesville, VA

Size

(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less

Details

Story

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SVAS-Stray-39620

Chow Chow/Labrador Retriever

Male, 3 yrs

Lyndhurst, VA

Size

(when grown) -

Details

Story

-MALE, intact -FOUND: 10/21/26, Barterbrook Road Augusta County -W/ID (Pink harness with broken tie out, Seresto flea collar) -MUST BE RECLAIMED BY: 10/31/26, End of Business Day -PLEASE CALL OR VISIT SHELTER TO RECLAIM: 540.943.5142 **NEW SHELTER ADDRESS: 1011 Lee Hwy, Verona, VA 24482** ⚠ NOTE: when reclaiming a listed pet, please bring your ID, plus pet photos &/or vet records!

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Luna 1

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 1 yr

Winchester, VA

Size

(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)

Details

Story

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Shelters & rescues in Virginia

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

Here are a few organizations closest to you:

Rescue

Halifax County Humane Society

PO Box 969, South Boston, VA 24592

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Shelter

Lake Country SPCA

7577 Highway 58, Clarksville, VA 23927

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Blue Horse Mukwa Equine Retirement and Rescue Center

25859 Highway 49, Chase City, VA 23924

Pet Types: cats, dogs, horses

Shelter

Danville Area Humane Society

996 South Boston Road, Danville, VA 24540

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

Shelter

Pittsylvania Pet Center

11880 US Highway 29, Chatham, VA 24531

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, rabbits, small animals

Rescue

SPCA of Pittsylvania County

PO BOX 936, Chatham, VA 24531

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Fureverhomes Doberman Rescue, Inc.

P.O. Box 22, Chatham, VA 24531

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Hail Mary Rescue - Virginia

Danville, VA 24541

Pet Types: dogs

Shelter

Southside SPCA

P. O. Box 66, Meherrin, VA 23954

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Harmony Rescue, Inc

5292 Browns Mill Rd, Rustburg, VA 24588

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

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Popular dog breeds

Labrador Retriever Chihuahua American Pit Bull Terrier Shih Tzu Beagle German Shepherd Dog Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier Dachshund Boxer Husky Australian Shepherd Jack Russell Terrier Maltese Golden Retriever Pomeranian Border Collie Australian Cattle Dog Poodle (Miniature) Pug Collie

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

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

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