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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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Tucker GC

Chihuahua/Mixed Breed (Small)

Male, Adult
Wyethville, VA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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Tucker the Chihuahua Hi! My name is Tucker, and I am looking for my forever home. I would like to be able to live on the inside of a house, rather than on the outside all the time. I was found in a mobile home park and some nice people turned me in to a place where I could get a foster mom and get some important stuff caught up...like vaccinations, monthly prevents and oh yea, my belly full of food! I was skinny when I got here but foster mom thinks I was owned before because the first thing I did was jump into foster dad's easy chair and took it over! I do let him sit in it when I am outside doing my potty thing or am eating, but usually you can find me in it. If you look closely, you can see that I have been bullied in the past because my left ear has a little "modification shall we say, along the edges but it is healing up nicely. It gives me a little "rugged look, doesn't it. I am very sweet foster mom says and the only times I make a noise is when I am eating and one of the other dogs comes over and wants to get into my bowl. I do raise a lip and growl at them. Just a warning because I am too little to do much more than bite their ankle. The other time I make noise is when I am in the back yard and see the possum that likes to walk along the top of the fence on the back side of the yard. I let him know I see him and not to come closer! I am protecting the family and all that! I will come when I am called and know my name already. I am potty trained and will make little barky-whimpering noises when I need to go out. Foster mommy has puppy pads out for the ones who aren't so good at potty training and once in a long while, I must use one at night but not very often. That is because I don't have foster mommy trained to my schedule yet, but I am working on it. $200 Local adoption fee (in Texas) $400 Out of State Fee (includes transport to your area) $50 Fuel temporary fuel surcharge
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Gunner GC

Black Mouth Cur/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, Puppy
Wyethville, VA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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Gunner Hi! I am an explorer and want to see everything! How about you? The reason I ask is because I want to keep seeing everything I can and don't really want to be adopted to be locked in the same old backyard or never going anywhere fun. I want to keep looking around at everything! Foster mom says I am the one who always wanders off and she finds me in some of the strangest places around the house. Usually I find a quiet, secluded spot to take a snooze after exploring a bit but because of my coloring, she says I blend in with too much stuff around her house. Maybe she should get new lighter colored furniture or get her eyes checked because I don't think I am that hard to find. Just look for the big V on my forehead. It is distinctive and makes me look handsome! Anyhow, enough of that. Here is my story. My doggie mama died when I was a week old and I and my 6 siblings were taken to be fed by my bottle baby foster mommy. They split us up as feeding 7 hungry puppers is a lot for anyone to deal with! Fast forward to today. I am 7 weeks old now, being born on 2.11.24. Since I didn't open my eyes until a week after my doggie mama died, I have no idea of what she looked like and wouldn't have a clue who my doggie daddy was, except he probably was the one who gave me my ruggedly good looks! Foster mom thinks I may be a shepherd mix or something like that, but I am not sure how much I would like to herd sheep. Herding cats may be fun. I like cats. Anyhow, if you like to take strolls in the moonlight, or long walks on the beach or even hike in the mountains, they all sound wonderfully fascinating to explore new things! I want a forever home with you! And we can go exploring together! Local adoption fee is $250 (in TX) Out of state adoption fee is $500 (includes transport to your area - $50 Temporary Fuel Charge will be added)
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Brody GC

Shepherd (Unknown Type)/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, Puppy
Wyethville, VA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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Brody I wish I was a Belgian Malinois! I look in the mirror and see the rugged dark face and good looks of a Belgian! But I am sure that is wishful thinking. I don't know what I am exactly. I mean I know I am a dog, but what kind is kind of a mystery as we were raised by bottle moms because our real mom died when we were only a week old. I didn't even have my eyes open to see what color she was at that age. But you can't really miss what you never really knew, right? My bottle baby foster mom was good and kept our tummies full! But she stopped giving me bottles about 2 weeks ago and then we started with the kibble and soft stuff which is good too! But I kind of miss being held until I fall asleep, so maybe my new forever family would do that for me, even if there isn't a bottle associated with it. I was born on 2.11.24 so that is the day to put on your calendar so we can celebrate it every year along with my Gotcha Day. We can celebrate your birthday too if you want. I like to hang out with my sister Ruby and sometimes will play with Gunner, when he is not exploring his world that is. And we love to play with Alma, the foster mom's dog with long hair. She lets us crawl all over her and pull her tail and everything. And the cat is cool to play with too. So, I am good with whatever kind of pets you have in the house because I love them all! Please adopt me! Local adoption fee is $250 (in TX) Out of state adoption fee is $500 (includes transport to your area - $50 Temporary Fuel Charge will be added)
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Ruby GC

Black Mouth Cur/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, Puppy
Wyethville, VA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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Ruby Hello World! My name is Ruby and I am truly a gem! I am one of a litter of seven whose mom died when we were a week old, and we were raised by bottle mom's. That was cool. All I had to do was whimper a little bit and food arrived! No grub hub charges or anything!! Anyhow, sadly, those days are long gone. I have been eating by myself for a couple of weeks now. I am in a foster house with my 2 brothers, and believe it or not, I am the quiet one. My brother Gunner thinks he is Marco Polo or something and is always off on an adventure of some kind. And my brother Grady is the one I usually hang out with. We can get into lots of fun things just around our big room we have to play in. We like to play with the big black dog, Alma, who lives with foster mom, and she is fun. Brody was looking for a place to drink from on her belly the other day and boy was she surprised! I bet she jumped a foot! But she still likes to play with us and lets us pull her tail. We also like to play with the white cat who lives with us. Foster mom says he thinks he is a dog, but we know he is a cat, because he doesn't smell the same as us. More "catty I think, but I never smelled a cat before. Anyhow, I am looking for a forever home. I am probably going to be a medium sized dog and am maybe a shepherd mix of some sort. Mom died before my eyes were open and I have no idea who dad was. My personality is sweet, and I love people! Will you give me my forever home? Local adoption fee is $250 (in TX) Out of state adoption fee is $500 (includes transport to your area - $50 Temporary Fuel Charge will be added)
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Laney

Border Collie/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, Adult
Alexandria, VA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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ADOPT ME ONLINE: https://ophrescue.org/dogs/13529-Loves other dogs she has met-Friends with the cat in the home ( we have videos)-Walks well on a leash with another dog to follow-No accidents!-Friendly and submissive-Needs a doggie brother or sister-Shy at firstIntroducing Laney, the Georgia Peach with a heart of gold! Laney may start off a tad shy, but with a furry friend by her side, she blossoms into a brave little explorer! With her impeccable potty manners (no indoor accidents here!) and leash-walking skills that would make any pup proud, Laney is the paw-fect companion for those who appreciate a sidekick on their adventures. At just one year young and 50 pounds of pure sweetness, Laney is ready to wiggle her way into your heart and make every day a tail-wagging good time! Adopt Laney today and let the Georgia sunshine brighten up your life!
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Falcon

Husky

Male, Adult
Falls Church, VA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Shots are up-to-date, House-trained,
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Falcón is a 2 year old husky mix. He is very loving and enjoys kisses and hugs. He's incredibly friendly with other dogs! He's up to date with shots and is neutered. I am rehoming him because I have no time to take care of him. He deserves a family that gives him attention and a lot of walks!

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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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SPCA of Northern Virginia

P.O. Box 100220, Arlington, VA 22210

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Mid-Atlantic GSP Rescue

Arlington, VA 22201

Pet Types: dogs

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Atascosa Animal Allies - VA Transport Stop

Arlington, VA 22201

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Capital Animal Care

Arlington, VA 22204

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue Angels, Inc. - Virginia Chapter

P.O.Box 40004, Arlington, VA 22204

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescuzilla - Northern VA, D.C.

Arlington, VA 22204

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Aspire Rescue Coalition

Arlington, VA 22203

Pet Types: dogs

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Reggie's Friends - Arlington

Arlington, VA 22203

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Lost Dog and Cat Rescue Foundation

Arlington, VA 22205

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Doberman Assistance Rescue & Education

P O Box 2251, Arlington, VA 22205

Pet Types: dogs

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