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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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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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Bartok

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, Young
Richmond, VA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Good with cats,
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Primary Color: White Secondary Color: Brown Weight: 33 Age: 0yrs 8mths 1wks
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Phoenix

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, Adult
Richmond, VA
Size
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Primary Color: Brown Secondary Color: White Weight: 51 Age: 2yrs 0mths 0wks
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Rasom

Beagle

Male, 2 mos
Springfield, VA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
Story
🩵 Meet Ransom! 🩵 8-week-old Beagle Mix | Male | Sweet Puppy Boy Ransom is an adorable 8-week-old beagle mix puppy with the sweetest personality. He is a happy, loving little guy who just wants to be close to people and soak up all the affection he can get. He is coming to us from a high-intake shelter in West Virginia, and we are so excited to give him the chance he deserves! 🐶✨ ✅ Very sweet and affectionate ✅ Puppy playful + cuddly ✅ Beagle mix = smart, curious, and fun ✅ Will need a family committed to puppy training and structure 📍 Ransom will need a foster starting Saturday if an adopter is not lined up! A foster home helps save lives and gives him a safe place to land while we find his forever family. 💙 Foster-to-adopt may be an option If you’re interested in adopting or fostering Ransom, please message us ASAP or fill out an application!
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Ringo

Cattle Dog

Male, 6 mos
Springfield, VA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained,
Story
Ringo is a 6 month old male cattle dog mix Friendly and loving! Would love an active family or person! Neuter is covered by us at our vet. www.totherescueinc.org
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Pebbles

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 1 yr
Lorton, VA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
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Meet Pebbles!She is a 65-pound sweetheart with a beautiful grey and tan coat and an even more beautiful heart. She’s a gentle, loyal dog who loves human companionship and thrives in a calm, loving home where she can be the center of attention. Pebbles would do best as the only dog in the household, but if you already have a resident dog, she’s open to making new canine friends. She simply requires a dog-to-dog meeting first to ensure everyone gets along before moving forward with a possible adoption. With her affectionate nature and eagerness to bond, Pebbles is ready to become someone’s devoted companion for life.This pet is eligible for an Adoption Audition! What is an Adoption Audition? It’s a 5-day, no-strings-attached, trial adoption period. You can take this pet home to try it out! Interested? Come to the shelter any time during open hours and talk to one of our Customer Care staff! If you`d like to meet our available pets, please check the `shelter information` box on the listing to see if the pet is located at our Fairfax Campus (4500 West Ox Road, Fairfax) or our Lorton Campus (8875 Lorton Road, Lorton). Then, come in during our open hours! Both of our locations are open Tuesdays and Wednesdays 12-5 p.m., Thursdays and Fridays 12-7 p.m., and Saturdays and Sundays 11 a.m.-5 p.m. For more information on our adoption process, including requirements and fees, visit: www.fairfaxcounty.gov/animalshelter/adopt
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Tiffany

Australian Shepherd

Female, 2 yrs
Newport News, VA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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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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Page County Animal Shelter

Page County Animal Shelter, 1261 Goodrich Rd., Stanley, VA 22851

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Ragged Mountain Dogs

Sperryville, VA 22740

Pet Types: dogs

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Friends of Rescue Transport to New Market, VA

New Market, VA 22844

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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X-Port Paws

Woodstock, VA 22664

Pet Types: dogs

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String of Pearls

PO Box 661, Woodstock, VA 22664

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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The Humane Society of Shenandoah County Virginia Inc.

PO Box 173, Woodstock, VA 22664

Pet Types: cats, dogs, small animals

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Homeless Paws of the Valley

P.O. Box 123, Broadway, VA 22815

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Paws For Seniors

P.O. Box 317, Toms Brook, VA 22660

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Madison County Animal Shelter

4590 Shelby Road, Madison, VA 22727

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Margaret's Saving Grace Bully Rescue

Front Royal, VA 22630

Pet Types: dogs

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