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Lincoln

Golden Retriever Schnoodle

Male, 2 yrs 2 mos
Great Falls, VA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs special attention, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Lincoln is a sweet boy that seems eager to please. He is very strong and is still learning to not pull on the leash. He loves his walks and gets very excited once he sees his collar and leash. He is limited to easy, short walks as he is heartworm positive. Shortly after Lincoln arrived to his foster home, he seemed lethargic and wasn’t eating much. He did go to the ER to rule out anything serious. He spent the night and perked up a bit after IV fluids. He was still not eating well and would vomit almost daily so he saw our local vet. He had additional x-rays and bloodwork and was still a bit of a mystery. He was on a bland diet of only boiled turkey, eating frequent small meals throughout the day as anything else, or larger quantities caused him to vomit. The vet decided to do an endoscopy 12/23 to see if that would provide answers. It did! The scope showed large amounts of Helicobacter (H.pylori) throughout his stomach and biopsies were also done. He is currently on his third week of treatment with Pepcid AC and 2 antibiotics to help treat that. So far, so good! He is finally eating normal sized portions of turkey. The vet feels it may stem from allergies as there are certain proteins he will not even touch (salmon, whitefish) and others that have caused him to vomit (lamb, beef). Currently his foster prepares his meals fresh with ground turkey as we attempt to heal his gut and continue in the right direction. Lincoln is looking for a special home that will continue to help him thrive. He most likely will require to continue eating in this manner (a gently cooked or raw diet) as it is working. He also has a strong prey drive and is still double leashed on walks and in the foster’s yard. He fixates on the squirrels, deer, foxes, and wild turkeys. He does not bark and moves quickly and stealthily when he notices them. He is a great dog and very affectionate. He does not know the concept of personal space. He still needs additional training which the foster can start working on, now that he is finally feeling better. It will help determine what will be the best environment and lifestyle for Lincoln.
We'll also keep you updated on Bianca's adoption status with email updates.
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Bianca

Golden Retriever Great Pyrenees

Female, 1 yr
Frederick, MD
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with dogs,
Story
Current Location: Alexandria, VA Hello! My name is Bianca! I'm coming to OPH on 1/9. Please check back soon for updates on my personality, and to see adorable new photos. I’m looking for my forever family! Is that with you? If so please click “apply for adoption” or submit an application through the Adopt tab. Let’s get our family started!
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Fern's Snickers

Golden Retriever Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 5 mos
Chantilly, VA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
Story
IF YOU ARE VIEWING THIS LISTING ON PETFINDER OR ADOPT-A-PET, please visit www.caninesandkittiesrescue.org to access adoption requirements, more information and pictures. Meet Snickers! 🍫 Snickers is one of Fern’s adorable puppies — born on August 5, 2025, and currently weighing around 15 lbs. We’re not sure of his exact breed mix, but our best guess is Retriever/Hound mix. Fern is Snickers mom and she weighs in at 27 lbs. Whatever his mix, Snickers is a sweet, playful pup who loves attention and cuddles! Snickers is good with other dogs and young enough to learn about cats. Snickers loves to play with his doggie toys and running around the backyard. If you’re looking for a fun, loving companion to grow up with, Snickers might be the perfect fit for your family! 💕 Because Snickers is still a baby, he’ll need an adopter who is home a good portion of the day to continue his training and socialization — no exceptions. This puppy is up to date on age-appropriate vaccines, microchipped and will need to be spayed at the age of 6 months. The Adoption Fee for this puppy $400.00. ***Please note, this pup's immune system will not be fully functioning until about 16 weeks of age and therefore, s/he is not suited for Apartment/Condo living or Town homes without a private fenced yard and will not be able to go to public places where s/he could possibly be exposed to the germs of unvaccinated dogs, such as PetSmart/PetCo and dog parks until s/he is 16 weeks old*** ***You must be at least 25 years of age to adopt from CKRescue*** The adoption fee for this dog is $400, which helps with the cost of routine vet care. This fee DOES NOT INCLUDE spay/neuter if the pup is not already spayed/neutered. If the animal you are adopting is not already spayed/neutered, you will be required to sign a contract legally obligating you to have the animal altered. A $100.00 fee will be returned to the adopter once the animal has been sterilized. We will provide information on this process during the approval process. ***Note that puppy adoption fees most often help generate revenue that goes towards older, special needs animals that need our help. Surgeries, heartworm treatment, boarding costs and/or all things that often result in adoptable dogs and cats being left behind to be euthanized. So, adopting a puppy saves not just one life, but many! ***Please note that our first step in approving adoption applicants is to complete a vet check. Vetting of current and past pets is very important to us, thus we will be speaking with the vet(s) listed on your application to ensure that your current and previous pet(s) are kept up to date on vaccines (including rabies), spayed or neutered, maintained on appropriate monthly preventatives and examined annually by your vet.*** Our organization cannot guarantee the exact breed of any animal in our care. The breed listed is based on any background we may have been provided, and/or the general appearance of the animal. **Please visit www.caninesandkittiesrescue.org to complete our non-binding application.**
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Gavin Quinn

Golden Retriever Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 2 yrs
Washington, DC
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
2 years old, 55 lbs This animal is new to the rescue and we can't wait to find out more about them. ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ City Dogs & City Kitties Rescue is a foster-based rescue in Washington, DC. We do not have a shelter. CDCK has a thorough adoption process to find the best possible fit for each of our dogs and cats. To answer your questions about included vaccinations, spay/neuter, etc., the adoption process, and more please visit at www.citydogsrescuedc.org If you are interested in meeting a dog or cat, we require an adoption application. If the animal has "HAS APPLICATION" listed, we are still accepting additional applications, as they sometimes fall through. If the animal is adopted by someone else, your application will be kept on file and you will not need to reapply for a different dog. Look at our available dogs and apply to adopt a dog at www.citydogsrescuedc.org/adopt-foster/adopt-a-dog/ Not Ready to commit to adopting yet? Foster a dog today! See our list of dogs needing foster at www.citydogsrescuedc.org/adopt-foster/foster-a-dog/ Apply to foster at www.shelterluv.com/matchme/foster/CDCK/Dog
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TEDDY

Golden Retriever

Male, 5 yrs
Georgetown, DC
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
🐾✨ Meet Teddy — A Golden Retriever with a Truly Golden Heart 💛 A gentle soul who has never stopped loving people. 📍 Location: Korea 📌 Basic Information 🐶 Name: Teddy 🎂 Age: 5–6 years (estimated) ♂️ Gender: Male (Neutered) ⚖️ Weight: 73LB 🐕 Breed: Golden Retriever 🎨 Color: Golden 🐾 Personality & Temperament 💛 Extremely gentle, affectionate, and people-loving 🧑‍🧑‍🧒 Loves everyone — men, women, and children 🐕‍🦺 Little interest in small dogs 🐺 May only react if a large dog is aggressive first 🚫🐱 Does not get along with cats 👀 Very people-oriented — loves staying close to his guardian 🏡 Training & Habits 🚽 House-training: Tries very hard; may have accidents if walks are delayed 🏠 Crate: Training in progress 🐾 Energy: High at the beginning of walks (110%!) 😄 Calms down after potty and walks nicely beside you Indoors: quiet, observant, and loves attention 🤗 Handling: Loves being touched and petted 🗣️ Barking: Barks at cats or loud triggers; voice is soft due to past injury 🏃‍♂️ Escape tendencies: None — he is very loyal and bonded 🍗 Appetite: Healthy and very food-motivated (retriever style!) 🚗 Car rides: Nervous and not confident yet 🎾 Destructive behavior: None — only plays with his own toys 🏠 Ideal Home 💛 Best as the only dog 🚫🐱 No cats 🏢🏡 Apartment or house both fine 🐕 A family who can provide regular walks and affection ❤️ Someone who wants a loyal, loving companion always by their side 💔 Rescue Story Teddy lived for a long time chained to a tree, enduring loneliness, neglect, and harsh conditions. Yet he survived with a heart full of love. 🥹💛 Now he is ready to leave his painful past behind and start a new life filled with warmth and safety. 🌈 Teddy Is Ready for His Forever Family He will return every bit of love in the purest, sweetest way. If you’re looking for a gentle, loyal companion with a heart of gold, Teddy may be your perfect match. ✨🐾 📩 For adoption inquiries, please contact us anytime!
We'll also keep you updated on Charlotte's adoption status with email updates.
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Charlotte

Golden Retriever Poodle (Miniature)

Female, Young
Washington, DC
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Please contact Diane Pedulla (dianep@luckydoganimalrescue.org) for more information about this pet.sweet girl ISO fresh start and love! CHARLOTTE NEEDS A FOSTER OR FOREVER HOME!!!! Name: Charlotte        Best Guess for Breed: Golden retriever and poodle mix (goldendoodle)   Best Guess for Age:  1 year as of January 2026         SEX:   Female   Approximate Weight: 26 lbs as of 1/5/26 - she is at least 10 pounds underweight at this weight   Gets Along With:  Other dogs! We haven't seen her with cats or kids but we are happy to discuss integration techniques with any potential adopters!   Currently Living at:  South Carolina shelter - needs a foster or forever home in the DC area to get up here   Charlotte is Looking For:  Charlotte arrived in our care emaciated and severely matted. She has closed that chapter and is eagerly looking ahead to her new one, the one where she gets loving humans for sniffy walks and romps and world exploration. Making pup pals along the way would be great too. And - daily brushing down to the skin and regular professional grooming is a must. Mats hurt and she doesn't want to go through that again!   Most of all, she wants to be safe and loved, to know where she belongs. In exchange she promises loyal companionship for all her days. What do you say? Is she the one you see by your side? What My Foster Says About Me:   We will update this once she has spent time in foster care.  Lucky Dog cannot guarantee any dog is housebroken.  All of our dogs are working on their crate training.  TO ADOPT: The adoption fee for this dog is $460, which includes the cost of routine vetting, including vaccinations and spay/neuter. If you are interested in adopting, please complete the Adoption Questionnaire online   at   bit.ly/adoptaluckydog  .   Lucky Dog Animal Rescue does our best to provide accurate information about the dogs we have for adoption. That said, we cannot make any guarantees about age, breed or temperament.   Thank you for contacting Lucky Dog Animal Rescue and helping to save a life!  Please visit us online at      www.luckydoganimalrescue.org   .    BE A FOSTER!!! Fosters make it possible for Lucky Dog Animal Rescue to save and care for homeless and abandoned dogs! To learn about fostering, please contact fostering@luckydoganimalrescue.org! BE A SPONSOR!!!! Sponsors help Lucky Dog support the many dogs we save. To learn more about sponsorship, please contact     info@luckydoganimalrescue.org   ! January 6, 2026, 1:34 pm

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Second Start Rescue

PO Box 285, Great Falls, VA 22066

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16.6 miles

Operation Paws for Homes - MD Chapter

Frederick, MD 21703

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16.8 miles

Canines and Kitties Rescue

Chantilly, VA 20152

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22.7 miles

City Dogs Rescue & City Kitties - DC

We do not have a shelter. All of our dogs and cats are in private foster homes., Please complete our application or attend our weekly adoption events to meet one!, Washington, DC 20008

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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23.1 miles

Lucky Dog Animal Rescue

Washington, DC 20007

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23.1 miles

Welcome Paws Korean Dog Rescue - DC Transport

Georgetown, DC 20007

Pet Types: dogs

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24.3 miles

3ft.RESCUE - DC transport

Washington, DC 20037

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24.4 miles

Critter Cavalry Rescue - DC

Washington, DC 20009

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26 miles

HART (Homeless Animals Rescue Team)

P. O. Box 7261, Fairfax Station, VA 22039

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26 miles

Homeward Trails Animal Rescue

11116 Fairfax Station Road, Fairfax Station, VA 22039

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