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DOUG

Pointer

Male, 4 yrs 7 mos
Derwood, MD
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet Doug — the perfect house guest with a gentle heart.Doug is the definition of a sweet, easygoing companion. He loves cuddling and is happiest when he’s close by, soaking up all the affection you’re willing to give. He’ll happily lean in for pets or wag his tail to let you know just how much your attention means to him.On walks, Doug is calm, attentive, and well-mannered on leash — a true pleasure to handle. At home, he enjoys playing with his toys and entertaining himself with a gentle, happy enthusiasm. When you’re away, you can rest easy knowing he’s fully potty-trained and content to relax on his bed for several hours.Doug already knows “sit” and is eager to keep learning, especially with a patient, encouraging person by his side. Around other dogs, he’s a bit unsure — curious, but cautious — and prefers to take things slow while he builds confidence at his own pace.If you’re looking for a lovable softie who brings comfort, calm, and quiet joy wherever he goes, Doug is your guy. With kindness, reassurance, and a cozy place to land, this slightly timid sweetheart is ready to blossom into a loyal, devoted best friend.
We'll also keep you updated on Gabby's adoption status with email updates.
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Gabby

Pointer Catahoula Leopard Dog

Female, 2 yrs 8 mos
Silver Spring, MD
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
If you are interested in adopting this dog, please fill out an Adoption Questionnaire athttps://petstablished.com/adoption_form/43315/generic.You can learn about the adoption process by visiting: http://www.k-9lifesavers.org/howtoadopt/.Dog's Name:   Gabby  (GAB0126SOPFDHW)Estimated Breed:   Pointer mixApproximate Age:   2-3 yearsApproximate Weight:   40 lbsCurrently Living at:   KennelAdoption Fee:   $475DOG'S DESCRIPTION:   Meet Gabby—a gorgeous Pointer mix with long legs, a warm heart, and so much love to give. Her foster describes her "an all-around cool pup that is relaxed and chill."  She gets along great with dogs, kids and does not mind street noise, although she would love a yard.  Gabby is a young lady who turns heads everywhere she goes, but it’s her sweet, easygoing personality that really makes people fall in love. She’s gentle, affectionate, and the kind of dog who seems to understand that life is better when it’s shared with people who care. Whether she’s lounging gracefully or leaning in for affection (classic Dane move!), Gabby is happy just being near her humans.    Gabby came to us heartworm positive, the good news is that K-9 Lifesavers has provided her treatment, and with a little rest, TLC, and patience, she’ll be feeling like her best self in no time. If you’re ready for a big, beautiful best friend with an even bigger heart, Gabby is ready to join your pack.  Apply today! To learn more about heartworm please visit: https://www.webmd.com/pets/dogs/features/heartworms-in-dogs-facts-and-mythsYour new pet will require a refresher in house-training. K-9 Lifesavers strongly recommends all new adopters enroll their new pet into obedience training. This provides for an easier transition into a new home, ensures the dog remains well socialized, and helps form a bond between the dog and the new family.    Adoption fees cover basic vetting, rabies (if puppy is old enough), distemper/parvo vaccinations, deworming, monthly heartworm prevention while in our care (if old enough), monthly flea/tick prevention while in our care, and transport costs. K-9 Lifesavers will also cover the cost of spay/neuter at our partner vet at 6 months of age or reimburse adopter for up to the amount of our partner vet cost should you choose to spay/neuter at your own vet.Foster Program:    Foster homes provide for the temporary care of a rescue until the dog is placed into a loving, forever home.  For more information on becoming a foster parent, and our Foster Program, visit http://www.k-9lifesavers.org/foster/ or email our Foster Coordinator at foster@k-9lifesavers.orgSPONSOR ME! Help Save Lives!    Make a tax-deductible donation today and help save a life. Donations help us offset boarding costs and additional medical treatment for those dogs who need it.  K-9 Lifesavers receives NO federal funding and survive with your generous support! We are all volunteer based organization so every cent from your donation goes directly to the dogs in our care. Visit: http://www.k-9lifesavers.org/donate/For more information on K-9 Lifesavers, or to view a complete listing of all our Adoptable Dogs, visit our website at www.k-9lifesavers.org.Please "like" our Facebook page for the most current events and new dogs!Thank you for considering a rescue dog! ##2631296##
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Hank (aka Yin)

Pointer Labrador Retriever

Male, 8 mos
Silver Spring, MD
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
If you are interested in adopting this dog, please fill out an Adoption Questionnaire athttps://petstablished.com/adoption_form/43315/generic.You can learn about the adoption process by visiting: http://www.k-9lifesavers.org/howtoadopt/.Dog's Name:  Hank  (HAN0326OWSMN)Estimated Breed:  Pointer / Lab mixApproximate Age:  8 monthsApproximate Weight:  40 lbs Currently Living at:  Foster  Adoption Fee:  $400DOG'S DESCRIPTION:  Meet Hank, a handsome, affectionate young mixed-breed boy with a huge heart and an even bigger love for cuddling.      He is neutered, housebroken, and already knows basic commands like sit, come, and stay. His favorite things include curling up next to his person, sleeping snuggled in bed all night, getting his ears scratched, belly rubs, and happily chewing on a good bone. He’s confident, playful, and full of personality—the kind of dog who will keep you smiling and make you feel like the center of his world. He does best as the only dog in the home so he can soak up all the attention he deserves. He’s wonderful with adults and teenagers (not yet tested with little kids) and would thrive with someone willing to continue working on leash manners while enjoying all the love and loyalty he has to give.      This sweet, cuddly boy is ready to be someone’s devoted best friend. Apply today!Your new pet will require a refresher in house-training. K-9 Lifesavers strongly recommends all new adopters enroll their new pet into obedience training. This provides for an easier transition into a new home, ensures the dog remains well socialized, and helps form a bond between the dog and the new family.    Adoption fees cover basic vetting, rabies (if puppy is old enough), distemper/parvo vaccinations, deworming, monthly heartworm prevention while in our care (if old enough), monthly flea/tick prevention while in our care, and transport costs. K-9 Lifesavers will also cover the cost of spay/neuter at our partner vet at 6 months of age or reimburse adopter for up to the amount of our partner vet cost should you choose to spay/neuter at your own vet.Foster Program:    Foster homes provide for the temporary care of a rescue until the dog is placed into a loving, forever home.  For more information on becoming a foster parent, and our Foster Program, visit http://www.k-9lifesavers.org/foster/ or email our Foster Coordinator at foster@k-9lifesavers.orgSPONSOR ME! Help Save Lives!    Make a tax-deductible donation today and help save a life. Donations help us offset boarding costs and additional medical treatment for those dogs who need it.  K-9 Lifesavers receives NO federal funding and survive with your generous support! We are all volunteer based organization so every cent from your donation goes directly to the dogs in our care. Visit: http://www.k-9lifesavers.org/donate/For more information on K-9 Lifesavers, or to view a complete listing of all our Adoptable Dogs, visit our website at www.k-9lifesavers.org.Please "like" our Facebook page for the most current events and new dogs!Thank you for considering a rescue dog! ##2559017##
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Pup Larry

Pointer

Male, 6 mos
Silver Spring, MD
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
If you are interested in adopting this dog, please fill out an Adoption Questionnaire athttps://petstablished.com/adoption_form/43315/generic.You can learn about the adoption process by visiting: http://www.k-9lifesavers.org/howtoadopt/.Dog's Name:  Pup Larry (LAR1225ALAMN) Estimated Breed:  Pointer mixApproximate Age:  4-5 months Approximate Weight:  30 lbsCurrently Living at:  Boarding     Adoption Fee:  $500DOG'S DESCRIPTION: Meet Pup Larry! Larry and his two brothers, Luke and Diego, found themselves where no puppy should ever be — a very full shelter in Alabama. Thankfully, K-9 Lifesavers stepped in just in time, and now Larry is safe, thriving, and ready to find his forever family. Could that be you? Larry is a handsome pointer mix (best guess) with an adorable white coat sprinkled with charming brown spots. He’s not just good-looking — he’s also incredibly affectionate, happy, and full of joyful puppy energy. Larry loves to play and does wonderfully with other dogs, making him a great fit for a home with canine companions. He’s at the perfect age for training and socialization, and with his smart mix, Larry is eager to learn and ready to impress. He would thrive in an active home that will enjoy walks, playtime, and continuing his training journey. Affectionate and happy Playful and great with other dogs Smart and eager to learn Neutered and ready to go home Larry has so much love to give and is ready to start his next chapter with a family of his own. Apply today and give Larry the forever home he truly deserves! Your new pet will require a refresher in house-training. K-9 Lifesavers strongly recommends all new adopters enroll their new pet into obedience training. This provides for an easier transition into a new home, ensures the dog remains well socialized, and helps form a bond between the dog and the new family.    Adoption fees cover basic vetting, rabies (if puppy is old enough), distemper/parvo vaccinations, deworming, monthly heartworm prevention while in our care (if old enough), monthly flea/tick prevention while in our care, and transport costs. K-9 Lifesavers will also cover the cost of spay/neuter at our partner vet at 6 months of age or reimburse adopter for up to the amount of our partner vet cost should you choose to spay/neuter at your own vet.Foster Program:    Foster homes provide for the temporary care of a rescue until the dog is placed into a loving, forever home.  For more information on becoming a foster parent, and our Foster Program, visit http://www.k-9lifesavers.org/foster/ or email our Foster Coordinator at foster@k-9lifesavers.orgSPONSOR ME! Help Save Lives!    Make a tax-deductible donation today and help save a life. Donations help us offset boarding costs and additional medical treatment for those dogs who need it.  K-9 Lifesavers receives NO federal funding and survive with your generous support! We are all volunteer based organization so every cent from your donation goes directly to the dogs in our care. Visit: http://www.k-9lifesavers.org/donate/For more information on K-9 Lifesavers, or to view a complete listing of all our Adoptable Dogs, visit our website at www.k-9lifesavers.org.Please "like" our Facebook page for the most current events and new dogs!Thank you for considering a rescue dog! ##2618518##
We'll also keep you updated on Bubba's adoption status with email updates.
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Bubba

English Pointer

Male, Adult
Herndon, VA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Bubba! Rescued from a high-kill shelter, this is a big, lovable, playful guy who could be the newest companion to your pack!  With soulful eyes and a tail that wags for days, this four-year-old darling is a sweetheart who just wants to find and be with his people.  He is very house-trained, working on being crate-trained (going well), knows his name, “sit' and “down,' and is non-destructive when left alone. Bubba is a polite house guest. He doesn’t bark at dogs or people as they walk by, both when he’s in the house or whenever out on walks.  Attentive and affectionate, Bubba is happiest on walks or runs, playing in the yard, chewing on his toys and lounging on the couch with his people. He is a big lap dog who loves to show love and get love in return. Though he is large, he is well-behaved enough for an apartment, as long as he gets enough exercise. But if he had his preference he would love a bit of yard to go along with his walks. (And he is always down for a walk!) He is an active guy who will walk/run/play hard and nap hard. He loves to romp around in the yard, sniff everything, play fetch, and has shown to be interested but not aggressive toward wildlife. He is eager to please, food motivated (good for training) and is a champ in the car. He responds well with firm/calm direction but also handles the noise of (a lot of) kids, play and laughter with ease. Bubba needs a loving household and a person/family who will continue to train him and treat him kindly. Bubba would be happy as your only dog or with another playful dog or dogs. He has socialized well with other medium and large dogs. He shows no food aggression or resource guarding. He would do well with younger and older kids alike. He isn’t totally aware of his size but will remind you of it when he gets excited, pushes into you for attention or play or when he lays on you for cuddles. With his loving and playful heart, Bubba is ready to find a forever family who will love him. Adoption fee: $525, includes all shots, sterilized, heartworm negative, dewormed, flea preventative, microchip   If you are interested in adopting, please fill out an application and a representative will get back to you shortly to answer any questions you may have. The adoption policies and applications can be found at the following links: https://fancycats.org/adopt-a-cat and https://fancycats.org/adopt-a-dog. Email us at  adoption@fancycats.org for general questions about our rescued cats. Email us at dogadoptions@fancycats.org for general questions about our rescued dogs. See our calendar of adoption events at https://fancycats.org/(scroll towards bottom) You can save animals like this one by becoming a foster! Fosters are like bridges between high kill shelters and forever homes. We need fosters so that we can save cats and dogs before they are euthanized at the shelters. If you are interested in becoming a foster, please visit: https://fancycats.org/volunteerMarch 18, 2026, 3:25 pm
We'll also keep you updated on Randy's adoption status with email updates.
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Randy

Pointer Shepherd (Unknown Type)

Male, Adult
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 Lowell Nelson (lowelln@luckydoganimalrescue.org) for more information about this pet.happy boy looking for fresh start and love! RANDY NEEDS A FOSTER OR FOREVER HOME!!!! Name:  Randy      Best Guess for Breed: Pointer and shepherd mix     Best Guess for Age:   4.5 years as of February 2026       SEX:    Male   Approximate Weight:   42 lbs   Gets Along With:  Other dogs! We haven't seen him with cats or kids but we are happy to discuss integration techniques with any potential adopters!   Currently Living at:   Lucky Dog's South Carolina rescue campus- needs a foster or forever home in the DC area to get up here.   Special adoption considerations: Randy is a truly Lucky Dog. He tested positive for heartworms, but landed in a place where heartworm treatment is provided! Heartworm is not contagious to people or other pets, but results from mosquito bites. Heartworm, if left untreated, is life threatening, but after treatment, dogs that were heartworm positive should suffer no significant long-term effects so long as they are kept on a monthly heartworm preventative. Heartworm dogs can resume full active and normal lives, but need to be kept calm for 4-6 weeks after treatment. We are happy to discuss where in the treatment process this Lucky Dog is in right now! Just email the adoption coordinator - the address is at lower left!   Randy is Looking For:  This handsome guy landed in the shelter through no fault of his own. He is eagerly looking ahead to his new one. The one where he gets his own humans for long sniffy walks and romps and all the adventures they can dream up. He's well out of the puppy yips and is in his prime as an adult dog, so he knows what's most important in life: being safe and loved and under his own roof. In exchange, he promises loyal companionship for all his days. What do you say? Can you see him by your side?   What My Foster Says About Me:   We will update this once he 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 $475, which includes the cost of routine vetting, including vaccinations, spay/neuter, and heartworm treatment.  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   .  March 7, 2026, 8:18 am

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Montgomery County Animal Services and Adoption Center

7315 Muncaster Mill Rd, Derwood, MD 20855

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12.4 miles

K-9 Lifesavers

Silver Spring, MD 20904

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15.8 miles

Fancy Cats & Dogs Rescue Team, Inc.

P. O. Box 182, Herndon, VA 20172

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17.1 miles

Lucky Dog Animal Rescue

Washington, DC 20007

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17.6 miles

Rescue Riders Cooperative N.VA/DC

Leesburg, VA 20101

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Rescue

18.7 miles

Project Freedom Ride - Washington DC Transport Stop

Washington, DC 20001

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21.1 miles

Operation Paws for Homes - MD Chapter

Frederick, MD 21703

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22.3 miles

A Forever Home Rescue Foundation

PO Box 222801, Chantilly, VA 20153

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27.2 miles

Homeward Trails Animal Rescue

11116 Fairfax Station Road, Fairfax Station, VA 22039

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29.1 miles

Operation Paws for Homes, Inc. - VA Chapter

P.O.Box 90813, Alexandria, VA 22309

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