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Puppies and dogs in Chesapeake, Virginia

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Adopt a dog in Chesapeake, Virginia

These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Chesapeake, 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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Grizzly

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 3 yrs 1 mo
Chesapeake, VA
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(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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Meet Grizzly! Grizzly was surrendered to the shelter through no fault of his own and can`t wait for a new home! He is a purebred goofball who likes to cuddle, take long walks, and hopes that you’ll never stop petting him once you start. Grizzly likes living with kids and has a great time being playful with them, he also gets along well with chickens and is house and crate-trained. Come in and meet this snuggly bear today!
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Luke

American Staffordshire Terrier

Male, 10 yrs 1 mo
Chesapeake, VA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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Meet Luke! This well-trained, family dog was surrendered through no fault of his own and is ready for a new beginning! As our volunteers say, AMAZING DOG ALERT!! Luke has had formal training, is house and crate-trained, is great with kids, and enjoys the companionship of other dogs. If that`s not enough to convince you, he is also affectionate and loves to be near his people. Can you think of a more perfect pup?? Come in and meet Luke today!
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Motley

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 3 yrs 6 mos
Chesapeake, VA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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Meet Motley! What a great all-around pup!! Looking for a hiking companion or just a dog that likes long walks? CHECK! What about a snuggly pup who gives lots of affection? CHECK! Looking for a playful pup who likes chasing toys and can make you laugh? CHECK! Motley also does well with kids, enjoys the company of other dogs, and is house-trained. Give him a chance, he may be your dream dog!
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Tierney

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 2 yrs 2 mos
Chesapeake, VA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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Meet Tierney! Looking for a dog whose love language is cuddles? Look no further! Tierney never tires of giving or getting affection. She is also very well-behaved and gentle. Tierney came to us as a stray but has shown signs of being house-trained. She is very social and has a great balance of playful and sweet energy. Come in and meet her today!
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Bentley

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 1 yr 10 mos
Chesapeake, VA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
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Bonded Pair
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Onyx

Akita

Male, 9 yrs 5 mos
Chesapeake, VA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Onyx is an adult born (12.3.16) neutered male Akita. He is up to date on vaccines, microchipped, on flea/heartworm prevention, heartworm negative, house trained, crate trained, and leash trained. Onyx was surrendered with his friend, Xena, by their owners who could no longer care for them. Onyx and Xena will need to be adopted together.

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Dog shelters and rescues in Chesapeake, Virginia

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

Here are a few organizations closest to you:

Shelter

Reba's Animal Rescue

1646 South Military Highway, Chesapeake, VA 23320

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Chesapeake Animal Services

2100 S. Military Hwy., Chesapeake, VA 23320

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

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Rakki-Inu Akita Rescue

Chesapeake, VA 23320

Pet Types: dogs

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Woof Gang Rehab - Chesapeake

Chesapeake, VA 23323

Pet Types: dogs

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Web of Life Animal Outreach, Inc.

1380 West Road, Chesapeake, VA 23323

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

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HFH Suffolk

Suffolk, VA 23323

Pet Types: dogs

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Great Dane Rescue Of the Commonwealth

Virginia Beach, VA 23464

Pet Types: dogs

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Southampton County Humane Society

5300 Kempsriver Drive, #1016, Virginia Beach, VA 23464

Pet Types: dogs

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East Coast Gentle Giants Rescue

Virginia Beach, VA 23464

Pet Types: dogs

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Potomac Valley Pekingese Club - Virginia Beach

Virginia Beach, VA 23464

Pet Types: dogs

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