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We'll also keep you updated on PJ *Adopt*'s adoption status with email updates.
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PJ *Adopt*

Beagle

Male
Fairfax, VA
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Foster Homes Needed! Do you have time and room in your life for a foster dog? http://www.muttloverescue.org/foster.html *****************   PJ is a 2-year-old Beagle with a heart as big as his floppy ears. He’s intelligent, quiet, cuddly, and friendly with everybody — dogs, cats, and humans of all ages…. He is very sweet and trusting, assumes every passing human is going to be his next best friend.  He is a fantastic leash walker, eager to great friends and neighbors and sniff all the things.  His favorite hobbies are burrowing in blankets, taking naps, dinnertime and occasionally zooming around the house like he just remembered he’s a dog.  He doesn’t bark (why bark when everybody is a friend?)   There’s no drama with PJ - just naps, love, and goofy blanket antics.  He has been recovering from heartworms in our foster home and we have had to keep him quiet and without much playtime, but we think that his favorite way to play is a simply running around a secure fenced in yard with his family and tug of war with his blankets or working on a dog treat puzzle.  He hasn’t shown interest in typical dog toys. PJ would be perfect for a multi-pet home (but maybe skip the toddlers unless you’re okay with him “helping” finish their snacks.)  **BECAUSE OF OUR REQUIREMENT FOR A HOME VISIT, WE ARE ONLY ABLE TO ADOPT TO HOMES IN THE NORTHERN VA / MARYLAND / DC METRO AREA** We have adoption events EVERY SATURDAY from 12-3 p.m. Please note that not all dogs can attend every event, so if you are interested in meeting a particular dog, please complete a no-obligation application on our website at http://www.muttloverescue.org/application.html OR write to adopt@muttloverescue.org. Upcoming adoption events:                Saturday Mar 14th 12- 3 pm Weber's Pet Supermarket; 2280-C Hunters Wood Plaza; Reston     Saturday  Mar 21st 12 - 3 pm Weber's Pet Supermarket; 11135 Lee Highway; Fairfax     Saturday  Mar 28th 12-3 pm Weber's Pet Supermarket; 2280-C Hunters Wood Plaza; Reston     Saturday Apl 4th 12-3 pm Weber's Pet Supermarket; 11135 Lee Highway; Fairfax We are always desperate for foster homes, now more than ever. If you are interested in fostering, please complete an application... unless you are a previous adopter/foster, then you can just contact us via phone (703-988-2608) or email (adopt@muttloverescue.org) to tell us which dog you want to foster!    For information on sponsoring this dog, please write to adopt@muttloverescue.org.   WE NEED FOSTER HOMES! FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE EMAIL ADOPT@MUTTLOVERESCUE.ORG. Visit us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/muttloverescue    Follow us on Twitter: @Muttlove_Rescue March 11, 2026, 2:38 pm
We'll also keep you updated on Lola *Adopt or Foster*'s adoption status with email updates.
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Lola *Adopt or Foster*

Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier

Female
Fairfax, VA
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Foster Homes Needed! Do you have time and room in your life for a foster dog? http://www.muttloverescue.org/foster.html *****************   This sweet girl was surrendered to Mutt Love through no fault of her own.  Lola is 7 months old and weighs about 8 pounds.  She is very affectionate and is looking for her forever home.  No young children please due to her tiny size.  **BECAUSE OF OUR REQUIREMENT FOR A HOME VISIT, WE ARE ONLY ABLE TO ADOPT TO HOMES IN THE NORTHERN VA / MARYLAND / DC METRO AREA** We have adoption events EVERY SATURDAY from 12-3 p.m. Please note that not all dogs can attend every event, so if you are interested in meeting a particular dog, please complete a no-obligation application on our website at http://www.muttloverescue.org/application.html OR write to adopt@muttloverescue.org. Upcoming adoption events:                Saturday Mar 14th 12- 3 pm Weber's Pet Supermarket; 2280-C Hunters Wood Plaza; Reston     Saturday  Mar 21st 12 - 3 pm Weber's Pet Supermarket; 11135 Lee Highway; Fairfax     Saturday  Mar 28th 12-3 pm Weber's Pet Supermarket; 2280-C Hunters Wood Plaza; Reston     Saturday Apl 4th 12-3 pm Weber's Pet Supermarket; 11135 Lee Highway; Fairfax We are always desperate for foster homes, now more than ever. If you are interested in fostering, please complete an application... unless you are a previous adopter/foster, then you can just contact us via phone (703-988-2608) or email (adopt@muttloverescue.org) to tell us which dog you want to foster!    For information on sponsoring this dog, please write to adopt@muttloverescue.org.   WE NEED FOSTER HOMES! FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE EMAIL ADOPT@MUTTLOVERESCUE.ORG. Visit us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/muttloverescue    Follow us on Twitter: @Muttlove_Rescue March 11, 2026, 2:38 pm
We'll also keep you updated on Jay Jay *Adopt or Foster*'s adoption status with email updates.
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Jay Jay *Adopt or Foster*

Boston Terrier

Male
Fairfax, VA
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Foster Homes Needed! Do you have time and room in your life for a foster dog? http://www.muttloverescue.org/foster.html *****************   Sweet Jay Jay was surrendered by his family to Mutt Love through no fault of his.  He is a young 11 year old, very good natured and is looking for a loving home and a soft bed to call his own.    **BECAUSE OF OUR REQUIREMENT FOR A HOME VISIT, WE ARE ONLY ABLE TO ADOPT TO HOMES IN THE NORTHERN VA / MARYLAND / DC METRO AREA** We have adoption events EVERY SATURDAY from 12-3 p.m. Please note that not all dogs can attend every event, so if you are interested in meeting a particular dog, please complete a no-obligation application on our website at http://www.muttloverescue.org/application.html OR write to adopt@muttloverescue.org. Upcoming adoption events:                Saturday Mar 14th 12- 3 pm Weber's Pet Supermarket; 2280-C Hunters Wood Plaza; Reston     Saturday  Mar 21st 12 - 3 pm Weber's Pet Supermarket; 11135 Lee Highway; Fairfax     Saturday  Mar 28th 12-3 pm Weber's Pet Supermarket; 2280-C Hunters Wood Plaza; Reston     Saturday Apl 4th 12-3 pm Weber's Pet Supermarket; 11135 Lee Highway; Fairfax We are always desperate for foster homes, now more than ever. If you are interested in fostering, please complete an application... unless you are a previous adopter/foster, then you can just contact us via phone (703-988-2608) or email (adopt@muttloverescue.org) to tell us which dog you want to foster!    For information on sponsoring this dog, please write to adopt@muttloverescue.org.   WE NEED FOSTER HOMES! FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE EMAIL ADOPT@MUTTLOVERESCUE.ORG. Visit us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/muttloverescue    Follow us on Twitter: @Muttlove_Rescue March 11, 2026, 2:38 pm
We'll also keep you updated on Honey *Adopt or Foster*'s adoption status with email updates.
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Honey *Adopt or Foster*

Beagle

Female
Fairfax, VA
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Foster Homes Needed! Do you have time and room in your life for a foster dog? http://www.muttloverescue.org/foster.html *****************   Honey was rescued from the same shelter as Dolly in South Carolina.  Honey is very shy but slowly gaining more confidence.  She is about 7 months old and weighs 26 pounds.  She would benefit greatly from having a home with another confident dog to bring out her personality.  We are getting to know Honey better and will update her bio.  **BECAUSE OF OUR REQUIREMENT FOR A HOME VISIT, WE ARE ONLY ABLE TO ADOPT TO HOMES IN THE NORTHERN VA / MARYLAND / DC METRO AREA** We have adoption events EVERY SATURDAY from 12-3 p.m. Please note that not all dogs can attend every event, so if you are interested in meeting a particular dog, please complete a no-obligation application on our website at http://www.muttloverescue.org/application.html OR write to adopt@muttloverescue.org. Upcoming adoption events:                Saturday Mar 14th 12- 3 pm Weber's Pet Supermarket; 2280-C Hunters Wood Plaza; Reston     Saturday  Mar 21st 12 - 3 pm Weber's Pet Supermarket; 11135 Lee Highway; Fairfax     Saturday  Mar 28th 12-3 pm Weber's Pet Supermarket; 2280-C Hunters Wood Plaza; Reston     Saturday Apl 4th 12-3 pm Weber's Pet Supermarket; 11135 Lee Highway; Fairfax We are always desperate for foster homes, now more than ever. If you are interested in fostering, please complete an application... unless you are a previous adopter/foster, then you can just contact us via phone (703-988-2608) or email (adopt@muttloverescue.org) to tell us which dog you want to foster!    For information on sponsoring this dog, please write to adopt@muttloverescue.org.   WE NEED FOSTER HOMES! FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE EMAIL ADOPT@MUTTLOVERESCUE.ORG. Visit us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/muttloverescue    Follow us on Twitter: @Muttlove_Rescue March 11, 2026, 2:38 pm
We'll also keep you updated on Jock *Adopt or Foster*'s adoption status with email updates.
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Jock *Adopt or Foster*

Standard Schnauzer Scottie, Scottish Terrier

Male
Fairfax, VA
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Foster Homes Needed! Do you have time and room in your life for a foster dog? http://www.muttloverescue.org/foster.html *****************   Jock was originally adopted from a rescue located in Alabama.  When he proved to be too active for the adopter's two senior dogs, they asked if Mutt Love would find him a loving home and of course we said yes.  Jock is about two years old and weighs about 30 pounds.  He is very friendly and sweet, likes other dogs, cats are unknown.  Jock is deaf so someone with experience with deaf dogs would be a plus.  **BECAUSE OF OUR REQUIREMENT FOR A HOME VISIT, WE ARE ONLY ABLE TO ADOPT TO HOMES IN THE NORTHERN VA / MARYLAND / DC METRO AREA** We have adoption events EVERY SATURDAY from 12-3 p.m. Please note that not all dogs can attend every event, so if you are interested in meeting a particular dog, please complete a no-obligation application on our website at http://www.muttloverescue.org/application.html OR write to adopt@muttloverescue.org. Upcoming adoption events:                Saturday Mar 14th 12- 3 pm Weber's Pet Supermarket; 2280-C Hunters Wood Plaza; Reston     Saturday  Mar 21st 12 - 3 pm Weber's Pet Supermarket; 11135 Lee Highway; Fairfax     Saturday  Mar 28th 12-3 pm Weber's Pet Supermarket; 2280-C Hunters Wood Plaza; Reston     Saturday Apl 4th 12-3 pm Weber's Pet Supermarket; 11135 Lee Highway; Fairfax We are always desperate for foster homes, now more than ever. If you are interested in fostering, please complete an application... unless you are a previous adopter/foster, then you can just contact us via phone (703-988-2608) or email (adopt@muttloverescue.org) to tell us which dog you want to foster!    For information on sponsoring this dog, please write to adopt@muttloverescue.org.   WE NEED FOSTER HOMES! FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE EMAIL ADOPT@MUTTLOVERESCUE.ORG. Visit us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/muttloverescue    Follow us on Twitter: @Muttlove_Rescue March 11, 2026, 2:38 pm
We'll also keep you updated on Pebbles *Adopt or Foster*'s adoption status with email updates.
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Pebbles *Adopt or Foster*

Beagle

Female
Fairfax, VA
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Foster Homes Needed! Do you have time and room in your life for a foster dog? http://www.muttloverescue.org/foster.html *****************   Sweet Pebbles is another victim of an unwanted stray.  She is heartworm positive and is starting her heartworm treatment.  It would be wonderful for her to be in a foster home during her treatment for her comfort and mental well being.  She is about 4 years old and weighs 24 pounds.  She is very sweet and good with other dogs.  Not sure about cats  **BECAUSE OF OUR REQUIREMENT FOR A HOME VISIT, WE ARE ONLY ABLE TO ADOPT TO HOMES IN THE NORTHERN VA / MARYLAND / DC METRO AREA** We have adoption events EVERY SATURDAY from 12-3 p.m. Please note that not all dogs can attend every event, so if you are interested in meeting a particular dog, please complete a no-obligation application on our website at http://www.muttloverescue.org/application.html OR write to adopt@muttloverescue.org. Upcoming adoption events:                Saturday Mar 14th 12- 3 pm Weber's Pet Supermarket; 2280-C Hunters Wood Plaza; Reston     Saturday  Mar 21st 12 - 3 pm Weber's Pet Supermarket; 11135 Lee Highway; Fairfax     Saturday  Mar 28th 12-3 pm Weber's Pet Supermarket; 2280-C Hunters Wood Plaza; Reston     Saturday Apl 4th 12-3 pm Weber's Pet Supermarket; 11135 Lee Highway; Fairfax We are always desperate for foster homes, now more than ever. If you are interested in fostering, please complete an application... unless you are a previous adopter/foster, then you can just contact us via phone (703-988-2608) or email (adopt@muttloverescue.org) to tell us which dog you want to foster!    For information on sponsoring this dog, please write to adopt@muttloverescue.org.   WE NEED FOSTER HOMES! FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE EMAIL ADOPT@MUTTLOVERESCUE.ORG. Visit us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/muttloverescue    Follow us on Twitter: @Muttlove_Rescue March 11, 2026, 2:38 pm

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Mutt Love Rescue

P.O. Box 1005, Fairfax, VA 22038

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The Humane Society of Fairfax County 2

4057 Chain Bridge Rd, Fairfax, VA 22030

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The Commonwealth Humane Society

4122 Leonard Drive, Fairfax, VA 22030

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Fairfax County Animal Shelter - Fairfax

4500 West Ox Road, Fairfax, VA 22030

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

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The Humane Society of Fairfax County

4057 Chain Bridge Rd., Fairfax, VA 22030

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MIRRAGL

Fairfax, VA 22030

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Tails of the Unwanted - Fairfax

Fairfax, VA 22033

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Somerset Cottage Poodle Rescue

Fairfax, VA 22033

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NOVA Pets Alive!

54094 Majestic Lane, #138, Fairfax, VA 22033

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