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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.
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Teddy Bear

Lhasa Apso

Male, Adult
Alexandria, VA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Teddy was abandoned by a co-worker and was taken in with much love and training. He is the most loving, cuddly, happy, well trained, responsive dog ever! He will great you with the happiness of a million smiles and such joy every time you open the door. He is a hugger and will nudge you for cuddles. He will guard your home and bark if anyone tries to come into your home at odd hours. He loves to run and chase squirrels and birds. He knows both those words and listens so well to commands. It breaks our hearts to rehome him but we live in a building and had a baby and are not able to give him the time and love he deserves. He is the perfect size to travel. We take him on car rides all the time. He loves attention and doesn't like sharing the spotlight, so its best he is the only pet he gets jealous but not in a bad way its actually cute. He loves soft foods. Looking for someone who is ACTIVE! GOES ON RUNS/WALKS, OUTDOORSY, doesn't have kids and maybe works at home.

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Oso

Labrador Retriever

Male, Adult
Alexandria, VA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
My husband and I recently had a baby and unfortunately it is not going well with our dog. So we are in the process of looking for a new kid-free home for him. -Yellow lab, 10 years old, 85 lbs -Not good around kids or cats -Ideal home would have a fenced in yard Oso is a wonderful, loving, goofy dog. He is medium energy and requires one 15-20 min walk per day and then is happy to sleep on the couch and chill at home with his people. Oso has some behavioral triggers (e.g. leash reactivity to bigger dogs, vacuums) that are easily managed once you understand what they are, thus requiring someone who is dog savvy, patient and understanding. He would be fine sharing a home with another dog but of course a meet and greet would be needed to ensure it is a good match.

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Bella

Beagle

Female, Adult
Alexandria, VA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Bella is a sweet and loving girl. I adopted Bella when she was 2 months old from the spca, she is now 5. I was young when I got her and lived at home with family now, I live in a new city, work full time as well as in school full time. Bella deserves a family that has time to take her on long walks, play with her, and love on her really good. Bella is a sensitive dog, she definitely picks up on the emotions around her. She is high energy and a bit silly haha, but in the sweetest way. She is not so fond of other dogs, but is not aggressive. She typically just barks and she runs away (hence the silly I was talking about haha). She absolutely loves people, but has not spent much time around kids. From the interactions I have seen though, she is calm around them.

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Gypsy

Australian Cattle Dog Doberman Pinscher

Female, Adult
Alexandria, VA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
I rescued this sweet girl when she was a puppy and she has been a very easy and smart dog! Gypsy is low maintenance and doesn’t require lots of walks or play time, obedient, gets along with most other dogs, but may require some adjustment time, and has no health issues. Gypsy has some anxiety around new people and and is afraid of children. She will often just remove herself from a situation if she feels uncomfortable (e.g., go to another room to sit). She has anxiety meds that I give her only when she is in higher anxiety social situations. She does not need them all the time and she does not have separation anxiety. She is a very sweet dog but I often host other adults and children in my home and it is causing her too much stress. I think she would be perfect for an older person who doesn’t have people in and out of their home so often, or even someone who works a lot and just needs a low maintenance dog.

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Simba

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, Adult
Alexandria, VA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
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Rex

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, Puppy
Alexandria, VA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Hi! I'm Rex! My brothers and sisters and I were found abandoned on the side of the road. Thankfully, a kind person found us and took us in. He gave us lots of love and taught us to play nicely with all kinds of dogs and to go potty outside. Now I live with my foster mom and her two pups. We're best buddies. We like to play and snuggle. When I'm not getting pets from my foster mom on the sofa, my favorite place is the dog park! I love to play chase and get attention from all of the humans. They all say what a handsome boy I am! My foster mom's favorite thing about me is my floppy ears and expressive eyebrows. I'm always making her laugh! I love her a bunch, but I'm ready to find my forever family. Will you take me home with you?

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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.

Here are a few organizations closest to you:

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English Cocker Spaniel Club of America Rescue

607 Wayne Street, Alexandria, VA 22301

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue Without Borders- Alexandria VA

Alexandria, VA 22301

Pet Types: cats, 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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Boston Terrier Rescue Net (BTRN) - VA

Alexandria, VA 22314

Pet Types: dogs

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Saving Grace Dog Rescue of San Antonio - VA transport stop

Alexandria, VA 22314

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Daisy's Legacy

Arlington, VA 22206

Pet Types: cats, 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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Happy Whiskers Animal Coalition - Virginia Transport

Arlington, VA 22202

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