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Puppies and dogs in Virginia

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

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Adopt a dog in Virginia

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.
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Benito

Beagle

Male, Adult
Thornburg, VA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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Benito is probably one of the most handsome beagles we've had.  Super sweet, too!  Benito came to us heartworm positive and recently completely the harsh ordeal of heartworm treatment and it worked beautifully.  Benito is now heartworm negative !! Yippee!   It only takes one bite of one nasty mosquito to wreak havoc on a pet and sometimes owners don't even know until it's too late.  Annual testing and prevention is key to keeping pets heartworm free and it's so worth it.  Treatment is expensive and if untreated causes severe physical suffering, characterized by progressive suffocation, heart failure, and exhaustion.  It's a terrible, totally prevtable death. Enough of that, now it's time to celebrate and find Benito's rightful companion/family.  This pup deserves the best and we're expectantly optimistic we'll find that lucky person/family sooner than later! ##2626709##
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Eliza

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, Adult
Richmond, VA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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Spud

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, Senior
Aldie, VA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained,
Story
Spud is the couch potato you will love to hug! He will cuddle his way to your heart. He loves everyone and will snuggle with you on the couch, bed and a pillow fort. He loves to wear his little costumes and enjoys walks. He enjoys company and other animals. Althought he is 10 years old, he still has a jovial personality to the world. We hope he finds a hope that is full love and life.
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Chewbaca

Shih Tzu/Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Female, Adult
Virginia Beach, VA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained,
Story
Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet. Click an image to complete one of our adoption applications today!             July 27, 2026, 10:30 pm
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Yorkie

Shih Tzu/Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Male, Adult
Virginia Beach, VA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained,
Story
Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet. Click an image to complete one of our adoption applications today!             July 27, 2026, 10:30 pm
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Acai

Shih Tzu/Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Female, Young
Virginia Beach, VA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained,
Story
Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet. Click an image to complete one of our adoption applications today!             July 27, 2026, 10:30 pm

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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:

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Aussie Rescue of the Mid Atlantic-On Referral

2600 Dewitt Ave, Alexandria, VA 22301

Pet Types: dogs

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Aussie Rescue of the Mid Atlantic

Alexandria, VA 22301

Pet Types: dogs

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English Cocker Spaniel Club of America Rescue

607 Wayne Street, Alexandria, VA 22301

Pet Types: dogs

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Hot Water Rescue

Central Ave, Alexandria, VA 22302

Pet Types: dogs

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BoxAR - Virginia

320 North Royal St, Alexandria, VA 22314

Pet Types: dogs

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Paradise Rescue (Alexandria, VA)

Alexandria, VA 22206

Pet Types: dogs

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Animal Welfare League of Arlington

2650 S Arlington Mill Dr, Arlington, VA 22206

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

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Daisy's Legacy

Arlington, VA 22206

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Popular dog breeds

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