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Puppies and dogs in Salem, Virginia

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Salem, Virginia. To learn more about each adoptable dog, click on the "i" icon for fast facts, or their photo or name for full details.
We'll also keep you updated on Lady's adoption status with email updates.
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Lady

Collie Boxer

Female, Puppy
Salem, VA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
Story
Lady needs a good amount of daily exercise. She loves her toys and her treats. She would be good with children who are bigger than her since she is a puppy and she likes to jump and play. She would also be good with other animals that have good energy like her because she does like to play a lot. She is almost fully potty trained, just a couple accidents here and there.
We'll also keep you updated on Maggie's adoption status with email updates.
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Maggie

Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier

Female, Senior
Salem, VA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Maggie is a ~10year old yorkie looking for a forever home. She is very happy, loving, and calm. She would do best in a home with another dog her size. She loves to be outside with her human and other dogs in the home. She will potty outside if you take her but does not ask to go outside. She has no teeth and has a very sensitive stomach. She is on prescription dog food in order to keep her GI in good health. Her food is wet so it is easy for her to eat. But she prefers to be spoon fed. She loves to sleep in bed with her human and will sleep all night. She does not play with toys or balls and prefers to snuggle with her human while watching TV. She is the best lap dog and loves to be anywhere her favorite human is. She is somewhat scared of many sounds and/or activities. So introducing her slowly to new things is essential so she wll not become fearful. Maggie would do best with a quiet and calm or retired family.
We'll also keep you updated on Baxter's adoption status with email updates.
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Baxter

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, Young
Salem, VA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 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
Baxter is a 2 year old mix of everything at 62lbs. We adopted him from our local animal shelter as a puppy. We knew he was a handful from the very beginning. We have had many professional dog training sessions throughout the first year of ownership. He is a very smart dog but needs consistency from his leaders. He would be best in a home without children as this is where the inconsistency in his boundaries can arise and this is the main reason we have decided to rehome him. Also, he has a high prey drive and should not be in a home with cats. He will chase them. He doesn't mean any harm; he just wants to play. He is house trained, crate trained, leash walks well, and knows all basic dog obedience: sit, place, down, come (most of the time in the house, and does it sometimes outside.) He loves treats, bones to chew on, and squeaky toys. He does well with car rides (we use a leash seatbelt) and enjoys a day here and there at doggie daycare. He will thrive in the right environment.
We'll also keep you updated on Finn's adoption status with email updates.
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Finn

American Pit Bull Terrier American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, Adult
Salem, VA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Finn is a rescue and has been a wonderful pet. I work 12 hour days and need knee replacements. I can no longer provide the quality of care he deserves.
We'll also keep you updated on Doc's adoption status with email updates.
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Doc

Labrador Retriever

Male, Adult
Salem, VA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Doc is a purebred Chocolate lab. We got him at 7 weeks old. He is now 4 years old. He is house-trained. He knows basic commands: sit, stay, lay down. He loves fetching his balls and loves loves water. We have loved him. He does not get along with our cats and has gone after them. He needs to be in a home with no cats. He has been raised with a German Shepherd and a Belgian Malinois. He does resource guarding, so we feed our dogs separately from the cats. He is a great dog. We are just unable to continue to have him around our cats. Please feel free to message me with additional questions.
We'll also keep you updated on Roscoe's adoption status with email updates.
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Roscoe

Black and Tan Coonhound Hound (Unknown Type)

Male, Adult
Salem, VA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Roscoe was adopted from a shelter at 13 weeks old. He is 3 years old DOB: 2/6/22 He current weighs nearly 80 lbs. He is a fun to be around ,cute and affectionate dog. He loves to go where you go and whatever room you are in He will be too. He's smart and knows lots of tricks. He loves going on walks, the dog park, and car rides. He is housebroken and doesn't have to be crated when we are gone but will go in the crate if asked to, He is an eager to please and protective dog. He will stand between you and danger every time. Although we don't have small children. He has a sweet and contagious upbeat personality. We recently had an isolated issue where he bit someone working on our front porch. He needs training in how and when to protect the family as it was obvious he thought that was what he was doing. This is our first dog and we do not have a fence and due to the bite incident would like to rehouse him with a more experienced dog owner who can continue his training.

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Dog shelters and rescues in Salem, Virginia

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

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Boxer K9 Rescue of SW Virginia Inc.

PO Box 243, Boones Mill, VA 24065

Pet Types: dogs

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Giles County Animal Rescue/Giles County Animal Shelter

Po Box 354, Pearisburg, VA 24134

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Patrick County Animal Pound

22 Transfer Station Lane, Stuart, VA 24171

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Salem Animal Shelter

1301 Indiana Street, Salem, VA 24153

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Southern Virginia Rescue Referral

P.O. Box 1154, Stanleytown, VA 24168

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Mid-Atlantic Brittany Rescue

Roanoke, VA 24066

Pet Types: dogs

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VA PAWS

PO Box 172, Christiansburg, VA 24068

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Franklin County Humane Society/Planned Pethood Clinic & Adoption Center

18401 Virgil H. Goode Highway, Rocky Mount, VA 24151

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Animal Welfare Foster Program

PO Box 10854, Blacksburg, VA 24062

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Angels of Assisi

415 Campbell Avenue SW, Roanoke, VA 24016

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

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