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Puppies and dogs in Alexandria, Virginia

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

Wolfe

German Shepherd Dog

Male, Young

Alexandria, VA

Size

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

Details

Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Wolfe is a striking three-year-old white German Shepherd in Jefferson Manor, Virginia, a 70-pound gentle giant with a playful spirit and a deeply affectionate heart. With his snow-colored coat, soulful eyes, and constant tail wags, he thrives on connection and structure. Wolfe is intelligent and eager to please, knows a variety of commands including sit, down, off, and bed, and is both food- and praise-motivated, which makes training rewarding and consistent. He is crate-trained, house-trained, follows a steady routine of two meals and three to four walks daily, and shows excellent manners in the home with no furniture chewing and clear respect for his toys. Despite his size, he is wonderfully gentle, has experience with children as young as six, shows natural calmness around babies, and loves interactive games like fetch and tug-of-war.

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Maple

Australian Shepherd

Female, 2 yrs 7 mos

Alexandria, VA

Size

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

Details

Story

Meet Maple & Mixy! A perfectly balanced bonded pair looking for their forever home. Maple and Mixy are 2½-year-old bonded sisters who complement each other beautifully. Both girls are friendly, do great with children, and love attention. They are located in Ft. Washington, MD. Meet Maple Maple is a red bi female weighing about 60 lbs, complete with an adorable nub tail and striking bi-colored eyes. She has a soft, thick coat and a very gentle soul. Maple has a calm, loving personality that truly shines once she meets you. Maple is the more mellow half of her bonded pair. While she enjoys running around with her sister, she has a lower energy level and prefers meaningful time with her people over constant play. She’s an affectionate cuddle bug who loves to sit next to you.....or right on you! Maple is smart and food-motivated, already knowing sit, down, stay, and shake. She walks nicely on a leash. While toys aren’t really her thing, but she’ll happily chase a tennis ball

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Rocko

Australian Shepherd

Male, 6 yrs 10 mos

Alexandria, VA

Size

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

Details

House-trained,

Story

Meet Rocko! Rocko is a very handsome happy boy with the most adorable nose freckles and a wiggle butt that goes non-stop from morning to night. He is about 6 years old and 50 pounds. Rocko is crate trained and house trained. He opens the crate with his nose when told “kennel up.” He makes a soft little grunt/whine noise and carries his bone from his crate to the back door to let you know he needs to go out. Rocko absolutely loves people and bonds quickly! He gives lots of kisses and likes to snuggle on the couch while his foster dad watches sports. It’s clear that he was very loved in a previous home. He came to ARMA through a shelter partner when his previous owner fell ill and was no longer able to care for him. He lived in a home with another dog and did very well during his dog tests at the shelter. He’s not had much play time with his foster sisters yet because he was decompressing and is now recovering from his neuter. We will post details on those interactions once we know more! Rocko also loves balls that he can hold in his mouth. His retrieve is solid, and his foster is working on release! Rocko can walk on a leash but could use some training, as he zig zags on walks. He’s a quiet guy in the house. He also rides nicely in the car and is a good boy for grooming. We will add more to Rocko’s bio soon, but in the meantime, don’t hesitate to apply for this very special boy! If you’re an approved adopter and interested, reach out to the ARMA volunteer who conducted your home visit. Rocko is fostered in Alexandria, VA. https://aussierescueofthemidatlantic.org/applications-2/

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Luna

Australian Shepherd

Female, 3 yrs 8 mos

Alexandria, VA

Size

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

Details

Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,

Story

Meet Luna 🌙 Luna is a brilliant, high-drive Australian Shepherd who’s searching for her person—the one who’s ready to channel her intelligence, energy, and heart into an amazing partnership. This girl is wicked smart and picks up new skills quickly, especially thanks to her strong food motivation (training with Luna is actually fun). With continued training and structure, she has the potential to truly shine—whether that’s advanced obedience, hiking adventures, or being your ultimate sidekick. Luna thrives with an active lifestyle and would love a home where daily walks, mental enrichment, and engagement are part of the routine. She walks nicely on leash, does well passing dogs on trails, and enjoys exploring the world with her person—just not off-leash dog parks or shared dog households. Luna would do best as the only dog in the home. She is: • Crate trained and rarely barks • Non-destructive (only chews her own toys—good girl!) • Excellent in the car (seriously, the perfect road-trip companion 🚗) • Calm and cuddly once her needs are met • A champion couch snuggler who lives for belly rubs Luna benefits from having her own space during downtime to reset and relax, which helps her stay balanced and happy. She does best in a quiet home, preferably with no children under 10. She tends to prefer men and is most comfortable with fewer visitors—but she can do well with new people when introductions are slow and respectful of her space. She is not food aggressive with people and while her compatibility with other dogs is uncertain, she truly doesn’t need canine companionship—humans are her jam. Luna is ready to learn, ready to bond, and ready to love deeply. If you’re looking for a loyal, intelligent, adventure-ready Aussie who will also curl up beside you at the end of the day, Luna might just be your perfect match 💙 ure, routine, and giving a dog her own calm space to reset Luna would thrive with a single adult or couple, preferably someone who works from home or has a flexible schedule and enjoys forming a deep, one-on-one bond with their dog and will offer her plenty of exercise. She is loyal, affectionate, and deeply devoted once trust is built—and she will give that love back tenfold.

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Hamish

Australian Shepherd

Male, 7 mos

Alexandria, VA

Size

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

Details

Good with dogs, House-trained,

Story

Meet Hamish Hamish is a 4-month-old black tri Australian Shepherd with charm for days and a personality as big as his puppy paws. He truly believes the world is his stage—and that everyone he meets was put here to adore him. Spoiler alert: they usually do. This happy, social boy loves to play and would thrive in an active home, ideally with a dog sibling who can keep up with his enthusiasm. Chasing a ball is one of his favorite things, and he could happily do that all day. After long walks and playtime, he’s perfectly content curling up for naps. Hamish is cat-friendly. He knows better than to chase them, though he occasionally gets a little carried away with sniffing and earns a gentle reminder from his feline friends. Hamish is very intelligent (named after Constable Hamish Macbeth from the beloved Scottish series). He already knows sit, lay down, and shake. Like most puppies, his follow-through still needs polishing, but he is eager to learn, highly food-motivated, and doing an amazing job so far. As a puppy, he will need continued training, structure, and socialization to help him grow into the incredible dog he’s meant to be. Because he is young and people-oriented, Hamish cannot be left alone for long hours. He is looking for an engaged, committed human who has the time and energy to invest in a bright, affectionate puppy—and who’s ready for a lifetime of love, laughter, and adventure. Hamish’s good qualities are endless, and wherever he lands, he is sure to bring immeasurable joy to his forever family. To apply to adopt Hamish, please apply through Aussie Rescue of the Mid-Atlantic (ARMA) at https://www.aussierescuemidatlantic.org

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Olive

Australian Shepherd

Female, 2 yrs 8 mos

Alexandria, VA

Size

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

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,

Story

Meet Olive—the Red Merle Rocket with a Heart of Gold in Search of Her Forever! Looking for a sidekick who’s equal parts athlete, genius, protector, and snuggle bug? Meet Olive—a 2-year-old, 30-pound Australian Shepherd with a full tail, a red-merle coat, and a master’s degree in being awesome. Olive is the adventure buddy of your dreams: Car rides? She’ll call shotgun. Walks and hikes? Lace up those shoes. Ball, tug, or swimming? She’s got Olympic-level enthusiasm. Training? She’s smarter than your average reality show contestant and learns new things faster than you can Google “how to tire out a herding dog.” She knows her basic obedience! Olive is crate trained (it’s her safe space) and house-trained. She’s also been exposed to dock diving and LOVES it! But let’s talk personality: Olive is playful and happy, but her love language is quality time. She doesn’t need to be in your lap every second—just near you, close enough to know she’s your number one. Now, a couple of ground rules from Olive herself: Men? Sorry, fellas, this girl prefers ladies. Quality girl time! Any men in Olive’s life will need to be gentle, kind, and have the patience of Job. Kids? Herding small humans is apparently “not acceptable,” so better to keep her world adult-only. Other pets? Also a no-go. Olive wants to be your one and only diva—and honestly, she deserves it! Apartment life? Nope. She’s a “room to roam” kind of gal. What Olive does want is an active home—someone who understands that Aussies are wired for fun, structure, and the occasional zoomie or splash. A fenced yard would be her dream playground, but what she really needs is someone willing to give her love, patience, and the occasional car ride with the windows down. From Olive (probably): “Listen, I’m cute, smart, and athletic—basically the total package. I just need someone who gets me: no men, no other pets, and plenty of walks, hikes, or games of fetch. In return, I’ll be your co-pilot, your trail buddy, your secret keeper, your best friend and maybe even your alarm clock (sorry in advance). Swipe right… I mean, apply today. Let’s make this forever thing happen!” Olive is fostered in Kingsport, TN.

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Dog shelters and rescues in Alexandria, Virginia

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

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Rescue

Rescue Without Borders- Alexandria VA

Alexandria, VA 22301

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Aussie Rescue of the Mid Atlantic

Alexandria, VA 22301

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

English Cocker Spaniel Club of America Rescue

607 Wayne Street, Alexandria, VA 22301

Pet Types: dogs

Shelter

Hot Water Rescue

Central Ave, Alexandria, VA 22302

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

BoxAR - Virginia

320 North Royal St, Alexandria, VA 22314

Pet Types: dogs

Shelter

Boston Terrier Rescue Net (BTRN) - VA

Alexandria, VA 22314

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Saving Grace Dog Rescue of San Antonio - VA transport stop

Alexandria, VA 22314

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Paradise Rescue (Alexandria, VA)

Alexandria, VA 22206

Pet Types: dogs

Shelter

Animal Welfare League of Arlington

2650 S Arlington Mill Dr, Arlington, VA 22206

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

Rescue

Daisy's Legacy

Arlington, VA 22206

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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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

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