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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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Magnolia

Akita

Female, Young
Chesapeake, VA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
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Not good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Magnolia is a young (born 8.14.22) spayed female Akita. She is up to date on vaccines, microchipped, on flea/heartworm prevention, heartworm negative, house trained, crate trained, and leash trained. Magnolia first came to our attention when she was listed on Craigslist as "FREE - Urgent Sick Puppy In Need Of Fenced Yard". Basically, she had been purchased by a back yard pitbull breeder, with the intent to breed her and create pit/Akita crosses, in Washington DC. She had been kept in a crate constantly, leading to pressure sores and urinary problems. We scrambled to find transport, but when we found some and went to contact the poster, the post was gone. A few days later, a new post appeared. Some kind person had rescued the puppy from the previous owner, but was not equipped to keep her. We reached out to them and quickly arranged transport for the puppy. The poor puppy hadn't even come with a name (though we later discovered it had been River, but felt she needed a new one), let alone any medical records. The rabies tag she was wearing belonged to a miniature Poodle from a vet practice in Maryland that had never even seen the Akita puppy. Magnolia is now safe with us, recovering medically, and learning how to live like a normal pup and interact with people. She is super sweet and LOVES playing with other dogs, but is still shy with people. She would do well in a home with a male canine companion.

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Cato

Akita

Male, Young
Chesapeake, VA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 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
Cato is a young (born 12.31.22) neutered male Akita. He is up to date on vaccines, microchipped, on flea/heartworm prevention, heartworm negative, house trained, crate trained, and leash trained. Cato came to us from a family who could no longer care for him. He's a sweet loveable goof who would do well as an only dog, or *maybe* with the right, mellow female.

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Anais

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 3 yrs 2 mos
Chesapeake, VA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats,
Story
Meet Anais! She came to us as a severely emaciated stray but has bloomed and is ready for a home! Anais is a great leash walker. She likes to stay right beside her person and will match your pace. Anais LOVES treats! We`re not sure how much of previous life was spent not knowing where her next meal was coming from so she will jump if she thinks you have treats in your hand. Anais is more interested in interacting with people and getting pets than playing with toys. She is best suited for a home with older children where she can get all of the treats and love that she can handle. Come in and meet Anais today!

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Dream

Rottweiler

Female, 7 yrs
Chesapeake, VA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats,
Story
Meet Dream! This sweet pup`s owners had to move, and she has suddenly found herself looking for a new home. Dream is an actual dream on a leash. She walks well and likes to stick close by. Dream knows and follows commands for `sit`, `come`, and `down`. She enjoys treats and accepts them gently. Dream is a playful pup who enjoys toys but may not always want to share. She is house and crate-trained and does well when living with other dogs. Dream has also lived with children of all ages and been great with all of them. She is a loving and affectionate beauty! Come in and meet her today!

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Bungee

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 9 mos
Chesapeake, VA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats,
Story
Meet Bungee! This cutie is full of puppy energy and would do great with an active family. Bungee hasn`t had much experience on a leash but is getting better. He listens to correction and would benefit from training. Bungee likes treats and will take them gently from your hand. He LOVES to play! Bungee gets the zoomies and likes to run around with toys in his mouth. He does not guard his toys and is happy when people play along. As with all our dogs, Bungee would require a meet and greet with any other dogs in the home before adoption. Come in and meet him today!

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Nas

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 2 yrs 2 mos
Chesapeake, VA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats,
Story
Meet Nas! Surrendered through no fault of his own, Nas is a playful and affectionate pup looking for his new family. He likes long walks and is obedient to directions. Nas will eat as many treats as you are willing to give him. He will `sit` for them and is gentle, although you may have to remind him if he`s excited. Nas is more interested in meeting new people or crawling into your lap for cuddles than playing with toys. He has shown appropriate and playful behavior toward other dogs and is house trained. Nas would do great in an active home with older children. Come in and meet him today!

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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.

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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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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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Woof Gang Rehab - Chesapeake

Chesapeake, VA 23323

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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Second Chance Habitat

Chesapeake, VA 23464

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Great Dane Rescue Of the Commonwealth

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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East Coast Gentle Giants Rescue

Virginia Beach, VA 23464

Pet Types: 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
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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
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