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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.

Yukon - ka

Blue Heeler/Husky

Male, 3 mos

Fairfax, VA

Size

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

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained,

Story

Meet Yukon 🐾💙 At just 11 weeks old, this adorable Heeler/Husky mix is already packed with personality. Yukon is the kind of puppy who keeps you smiling nonstop — funny, playful, and always up to something cute. He’s got that perfect puppy curiosity paired with a sweet, snuggly side that makes him impossible to resist. Yukon is friendly with everyone he meets and does great with kids, cats, and other dogs. He’s a smart little guy who’s already doing well with crate training and loves learning new things (especially if praise or cuddles are involved). When playtime is over, he’s more than happy to curl up and soak up some love. He’s neutered, up to date on vaccinations, and officially ready to find his forever home — one lucky family who gets to grow up with this fun-loving, affectionate pup.

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Kirby

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 7 mos

Rocky Mount, VA

Size

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

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs,

Story

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Shazam

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 5 mos

Rocky Mount, VA

Size

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

Details

Good with dogs,

Story

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Denali - ka

Husky/Chihuahua

Female, 3 mos

Fairfax, VA

Size

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

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained,

Story

Meet Denali 💕🐾 Denali is an 11-week-old Husky/Chihuahua mix who is impossibly adorable, with the kind of striking blue eyes that stop you in your tracks. They’re bright, expressive, and full of curiosity—like she’s always taking in the world and plotting her next little adventure. Paired with her tiny face and soft puppy features, she’s truly heart-melting. She’s silly, playful, and full of spunk, but she also has a sweet, snuggly side and loves curling up close when playtime is over. Denali is doing great with house training and is a surprisingly good communicator—she’ll happily “tell you what she thinks,” but in a charming, not-pushy way that just makes you smile. Her personality is confident, fun, and endlessly entertaining. Denali is spayed, up to date on vaccinations, and ready to find a forever home that will adore her as much as she deserves. With her big blue eyes and big personality, she’s sure to steal hearts wherever she goes.

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Nyla

Dogue de Bordeaux

Female, 1 yr

Newport News, VA

Size

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

Details

Story

Hi! I’m Nyla, your future best friend. Every day, I wait eagerly for someone to play fetch with me or give me a belly rub. I love being around people; their laughter and joy are my favorite sounds! I’m also a great listener, perfect for long chats or quiet evenings. If you’re looking for a loyal companion to share your life’s adventures, look no further. Adopt me, and let’s start our journey together!

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Riddles

American Bulldog

Female, 2 yrs

Newport News, VA

Size

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

Details

Story

Hi! I`m Riddles, the shelter`s resident comedian. My days are filled with playful antics and finding new ways to make everyone laugh. My goofy charm is sure to brighten any home. If you`re looking for a loyal friend who can turn any frown upside down, I`m your pup! Adopt me and let`s fill your life with joy and laughter.

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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:

Shelter

Greensville County Animal Shelter

255 Falling Run Road, Emporia, VA 23847

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Luv4pawz Rescue

552 North Main St., Emporia, VA 23847

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Shelter

Emporia Greensville Humane Society

206 Industrial Drive, Emporia, VA 23847

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Shelter

Brunswick County Animal Shelter

595 Planters rd, Lawrenceville, VA 23868

Pet Types: dogs

Shelter

Sussex County Animal Shelter

14493 Robinson Rd, Stony Creek, VA 23882

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Shelter

Dinwiddie County Animal Control

10903 Wheelers Pond Rd., Dinwiddie, VA 23841

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

Rescue

Stray Haven (Dundas, VA)

PO Box 92, Dundas, VA 23938

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Shelter

Petersburg Animal Care & Control

1600 Johnson Rd, Petersburg, VA 23805

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

Shelter

City of Franklin Animal Shelter

1024 Pretlow St, 1018 Pretlow St, Franklin, VA 23851

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

Rescue

Partners Among Cats And Canines

P.O. Box 1133, Franklin, VA 23851

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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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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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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Popular dog breeds

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