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Puppies and dogs in West Virginia

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Adopt a dog in West Virginia

These adorable dogs are available for adoption in West 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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Big John

Labrador Retriever/Hound (Unknown Type)

Male, 4 yrs
Salem, WV
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained,
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Big John is a very sweet boy, He loves to talk and get attention. He is good on a leash and is good with most dogs. He is house trained and walks very well on a leash. He is great with people .
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Rocket

Golden Retriever/Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 2 yrs
Salem, WV
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained,
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Rocket is a 2 yr old , He is a very sweet boy but can be nervous at times and resource guard. He would do best in a home with older children or no children. He is housebroken and up to date on all his vaccines. Seems good with most dogs , He is also not a runner if he gets loose. He also knows how to sit and give paw.
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Scout

Staffordshire Bull Terrier

Male, 1 yr
Salem, WV
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained,
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Scout is a 1yr old Staffordshire Terrier , He is very energetic and will need basic training , He will also need more training on walking on a leash, He is good with most dogs , But we do require a meet and greet if the potential adopter has a current dog. He is very friendly with people , He would do best in a home with older kids, Just because he does have a lot of energy and might knock down small kids. He is neutered and up to date on all shots. No cats.
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Baxter

Staffordshire Bull Terrier/German Shepherd Dog

Male, 6 yrs
Salem, WV
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained,
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Baxter is a 6 year old Staffordshire X Shepherd Mix . He is very sweet and loving with people and loves to go on walks. He is house trained. He is dog selective , He seems to only like smaller dogs . He does not do well with larger dogs , they seem to scare him. No cats.
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Alfred

Husky/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 2 mos
Parkersburg, WV
Size
(when grown) -
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Foxxy AKA Free-Tailed Bat

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 4 mos
Charleston, WV
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(when grown) -
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Good with kids, Good with dogs,
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Shelters & rescues in West Virginia

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

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Mercer County Animal Shelter

961 Shelter Rd., Princeton, WV 24740

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Southern WV Animal League

PO Box 1853, Princeton, WV 24740

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

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Australian Shepherds Furever - West Virginia Chapter

PO Box 1676, Princeton, WV 24740

Pet Types: dogs

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For the Love of All

780 Rocky Mount Road, Pipestem, WV 25979

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Operation Underdog

PO Box 10, Cool Ridge, WV 25825

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Raleigh County Animal Rescue

PO Box 794, Coal City, WV 25823

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Summers County Humane Society (ACWP)

PO Box 236, Hinton, WV 25951

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Humane Society of Raleigh County Inc

325 Grey Flats Road, Beckley, WV 25801

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Monroe County Animal League

PO Box 343, Union, WV 24983

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Humane Society of Wyoming County

PO Box 219, Oceana, WV 24870

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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