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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Virginia. To learn more about each adoptable dog, click on the "i" icon for fast facts, or their photo or name for full details.

Julia

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)/Chihuahua

Female, Adult

Virginia Beach, VA

Size

(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained,

Story

Meet Julia! This beautiful island girl is traveling all the way from Puerto Rico to find her forever home. She is a friendly social girl that loves people and other dogs. Julia is 1 year old, 20 lbs, neutered and current on vaccines. She arrives Dec 18th and needs a foster or adopter. Please complete our short application to meet her. Adoption fee $395 Complete one of our online adoption applications today! DOGS - https://islanddogrescue.rescuegroups.org/forms/form?formid=7208 CATS - https://islanddogrescue.rescuegroups.org/forms/form?formid=7232 December 7, 2025, 5:46 am

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Special Needs

Phoebe

American Eskimo Dog

Female, Adult

Stafford, VA

Size

(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)

Details

Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs special attention, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained,

Story

Phoebe would make an amazing dog for a pet-free, child-free home. She is great on a leash, house-trained, crate-trained. She does require inexpensive maintenance medication for incontinence due to birth defects that were surgically treated. She has not had any incidents of incontinence since being placed on her medication regimen, so it is well-managed. She is up to date on all vax as well as heartworm/flea/tick. Will provide new owner with all meds and a supply of food. She needs to be rehomed due to her penchant for picking fights with larger dogs in the household and losing those fights.

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Hans

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, Young

Portsmouth, VA

Size

(when grown) -

Details

Story

Primary Color: Blue Secondary Color: White Weight: 39.5 Age: 1yrs 0mths 1wks

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Odie

Goldendoodle

Male, Young

Chesapeake, VA

Size

(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained,

Story

Odie is a 1-year-old mini goldendoodle. He’s a sweet and playful puppy, and he loves to be around people. His favorite games are tug of war and fetch. He is mouthy but never bites, and he almost never barks. He is crate-trained and house-trained, and is in perfect health. He needs a home and family that has the time to spend with him and can work with him to improve some puppy behaviors, like jumping up and chewing. He comes with all the supplies needed to get a wonderful start in his new home: crates, food, vitamins, 3 months of Simparica Trio, and vet records. He’s eager to please and needs a family that will love him as much as he will love them!

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ARCHIE DOO

Labrador Retriever/Poodle (Standard)

Male, Young

richmond, VA

Size

(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)

Details

Story

Meet Archie Doo, the sweet, scruffy, and oh-so-smart 1-year-old Labradoodle who’s ready to leave his tough past behind and step into the wonderful life he’s always deserved. Archie weighs 44 pounds, has the softest curls, and is brimming with personality once he feels safe and understood. Archie came to us in October after living in heartbreaking conditions—long days in a crate far too small, barely any food, and almost no real interaction or exercise. Being abandoned left some marks on his heart, but this boy is resilient. With the help of gentle medication, structure, and a foster mom who’s giving him all the right leadership and love, Archie is discovering what it means to be cared for. Now he’s ready for a family who can help him continue to grow.Archie needs a home where: crate time is minimal there’s a fenced yard to run and play people are around often and can reassure him he’s not alone training, consistency, and patience are part of everyday life Archie loves other dogs—especially ones close to his size—and would enjoy having a canine buddy to wrestle and play with. He’s a total snuggle bug and will gladly curl up beside you on the couch, soaking up every minute of affection. And when it’s playtime? This boy is ALL IN. Balls, frisbees, stuffed toys—you name it, he plays with pure joy. Because of his past, crating while his person is home can still be hard for him, though he does settle down nicely when crated while you’re away. With time, patience, and positive reinforcement, he’s already improving and will continue to grow more confident. Archie is smart—classic doodle intelligence—and knows several basic commands. But he’s also still got that goofy, energetic puppy spirit, so he’ll thrive with plenty of exercise, mental stimulation, and a predictable routine. Long walks, yard time, and active engagement will be key to helping him feel grounded and fulfilled. The perfect match for Archie?Someone who wants a loyal companion by their side. Someone with time, structure, and a big heart. Retired folks, work-from-home families, or anyone looking for a buddy to share their days with would be a dream come true for him. Archie Doo has already come so far, and everyone who has helped him believes deeply in his incredible potential. He just needs the right person or family to help him continue the journey. If you would like to foster or adopt this special boy, please reach out to ccrtennessee@gmail.com. Archie is ready for his happily-ever-after—and he hopes you’re part of it. PLEASE NOTE: Our dogs are transported from Tennessee to meeting places in the states where we have posted. Further information about us is given on our Adopt-A-Pet site. The adoption fees vary and will be provided as well as noted on the application you receive. Contact us at 615-661-5333 or ccrnewengland@gmail.comDecember 6, 2025, 3:35 pm

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PUPPY BLAZE

Labrador Retriever

Male, Young

richmond, VA

Size

(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)

Details

Story

Puppies like Blaze remind us why rescue work matters so much. While some litters are born into comfort and care, Blaze and his siblings have been surviving in conditions too heartbreaking to fully describe. At only 4 months old and 18 pounds, this Black Lab mix has lived his entire young life in an unclean outdoor pen—never knowing warmth, play, or even basic comfort. But the moment he entered foster care, Blaze’s light started to shine. His first real bath, which he adored, washed away more than dirt—it washed away the feeling that this was all life would ever be. He received his first vaccine, began deworming, and for the first time, got to chew on a real toy and rest somewhere safe. His short video shows a puppy discovering happiness in real time. Blaze is a blank slate in the best possible way: open-hearted, eager to learn, and so ready to belong to someone. He will be neutered on 11/17 and then he’ll be ready to finally have the life every puppy deserves—a home full of kindness, routine, and people who treat him like family. His foster mom says all four puppies are incredibly sweet despite their rough beginning. Blaze was the first one we could save because we simply don’t have fosters yet for the others. Adopting him doesn’t just change his life—your choice creates room and hope for the next little one waiting in that pen. Blaze is ready to be someone’s heart dog. He is ready to sleep indoors, to trust people, to explore, to make friends, to grow up safe. Most of all, he is ready to feel loved. If you feel pulled to be the person who gives Blazd his new beginning, please contact Critter Cavalry Rescue atccrtennessee@gmail.com or text/call 615-661-5333. Blaze is waiting for the miracle that looks like you. PLEASE NOTE: Our dogs are transported from Tennessee to meeting places in the states where we have posted. Further information about us is given on our Adopt-A-Pet site. The adoption fees vary and will be provided as well as noted on the application you receive. Contact us at 615-661-5333 or ccrnewengland@gmail.comDecember 6, 2025, 3:35 pm

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Shelters & rescues in Virginia

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

Here are a few organizations closest to you:

Rescue

Fund the Fur/Virginia Chapter

Lynchburg, VA 24501

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Cowboy Capital Pet Assistance League - VA Transport

Lynchburg, VA 24504

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Central Virginia Regional Rescue

P.O. Box 2172, Forest, VA 24551

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

Rescue

Harmony Rescue, Inc

5292 Browns Mill Rd, Rustburg, VA 24588

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

Shelter

Humane Society for Campbell County

Post Office Box 659, Rustburg, VA 24588

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Friends of Campbell County Animal Control

185 Greendale Drive, Rustburg, VA 24588

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

Shelter

Humane Society of Amherst County

318 Shelter Lane, Amherst, VA 24521

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

Shelter

Appomattox Animal Shelter

3074 Morning Star Rd, Appomattox, VA 24522

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Friends Of Bedford County Animal Shelter

1307 Falling Creek Road, Bedford, VA 24523

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

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Bedford Humane Society

829 Ole Turnpike Dr, Bedford, VA 24523

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Popular dog breeds

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Affenpinscher Afghan Hound Airedale Terrier Akbash Akita Alaskan Klee Kai Alaskan Malamute American Bulldog American Cocker Spaniel American Eskimo Dog American Hairless Terrier American Pit Bull Terrier American Staffordshire Terrier Anatolian Shepherd Aussiedoodle Australian Cattle Dog Australian Kelpie Australian Shepherd Australian Terrier Basenji Basset Hound Beagle Bearded Collie Beauceron Bedlington Terrier Belgian Laekenois Belgian Malinois Belgian Shepherd Belgian Tervuren Bernedoodle Bernese Mountain Dog Bichon Frise Black Mouth Cur Black and Tan Coonhound Bloodhound Blue Lacy/Texas Lacy Bluetick Coonhound Bolognese Border Collie Border Terrier Borzoi Boston Terrier Bouvier des Flandres Boxer Boykin Spaniel Briard Brittany Brussels Griffon Bull Terrier Bullmastiff Cairn Terrier Canaan Dog Cane Corso Cardigan Welsh Corgi Carolina Dog Catahoula Leopard Dog Caucasian Shepherd Dog Cavachon Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Cavapoo Chesapeake Bay Retriever Chihuahua Chinese Crested Chinook Chiweenie Chow Chow Clumber Spaniel Cockapoo Cocker Spaniel Collie Coonhound Corgi Coton de Tulear Curly-Coated Retriever Dachshund Dalmatian Dandie Dinmont Terrier Doberman Pinscher Dogo Argentino Dogue de Bordeaux Dutch Shepherd English (Redtick) Coonhound English Bulldog English Cocker Spaniel English Setter English Shepherd English Springer Spaniel English Toy Spaniel Entlebucher Feist Field Spaniel Fila Brasileiro Finnish Lapphund Finnish Spitz Flat-Coated Retriever Fox Terrier (Smooth) Fox Terrier (Toy) Fox Terrier (Wirehaired) Foxhound French Bulldog German Pinscher German Shepherd Dog German Shorthaired Pointer German Spitz German Wirehaired Pointer Glen of Imaal Terrier Goberian Golden Retriever Goldendoodle Gordon Setter Great Dane Great Pyrenees Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Greyhound Halden Hound (Haldenstrover) Harrier Havanese Horgi Hovawart Husky Ibizan Hound Icelandic Sheepdog Irish Setter Irish Terrier Irish Water Spaniel Irish Wolfhound Italian Greyhound Italian Spinone Jack Russell Terrier Japanese Chin Jindo Kai Dog Karelian Bear Dog Keeshond Kerry Blue Terrier Kishu Komondor Kuvasz Kyi Leo Labradoodle Labrador Retriever Lakeland Terrier Lancashire Heeler Leonberger Lhasa Apso Löwchen Maltese Maltipoo Manchester Terrier Maremma Sheepdog Mastiff Miniature Bull Terrier Miniature Dachshund Miniature Pinscher Morkie Mountain Cur Munsterlander Mutt Neapolitan Mastiff Newfoundland Norfolk Terrier Norwegian Buhund Norwegian Elkhound Norwegian Lundehund Norwich Terrier Nova Scotia Duck-Tolling Retriever Old English Sheepdog Olde English Bulldogge Otterhound Papillon Parson Russell Terrier Patterdale Terrier (Fell Terrier) Pekingese Pembroke Welsh Corgi Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Pharaoh Hound Pitsky Plott Hound Podengo Portugueso Pointer Polish Lowland Sheepdog Pomeranian Pomsky Poodle (Miniature) Poodle (Standard) Poodle (Toy or Tea Cup) Portuguese Water Dog Presa Canario Pug Puggle Puli Pumi Rat Terrier Redbone Coonhound Rhodesian Ridgeback Rottweiler Saluki Samoyed Schiller Hound Schipperke Schnauzer (Giant) Schnauzer (Miniature) Schnauzer (Standard) Schnoodle Scottie, Scottish Terrier Scottish Deerhound Sealyham Terrier Shar Pei Sheepadoodle Sheltie, Shetland Sheepdog Sheppit Shepsky Shiba Inu Shih Poo Shih Tzu Silky Terrier Skye Terrier Sloughi St. Bernard Staffordshire Bull Terrier Sussex Spaniel Swedish Vallhund Texas Heeler Thai Ridgeback Tibetan Mastiff Tibetan Spaniel Tibetan Terrier Tosa Inu Treeing Walker Coonhound Vizsla Weimaraner Welsh Springer Spaniel Welsh Terrier Westie, West Highland White Terrier Wheaten Terrier Whippet Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Xoloitzcuintle/Mexican Hairless Yorkie Poo Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier

Cairn Terrier Canaan Dog Cane Corso Cardigan Welsh Corgi Carolina Dog Catahoula Leopard Dog Caucasian Shepherd Dog Cavachon Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Cavapoo Chesapeake Bay Retriever Chihuahua Chinese Crested Chinook Chiweenie Chow Chow Clumber Spaniel Cockapoo Cocker Spaniel Collie Coonhound Corgi Coton de Tulear Curly-Coated Retriever Dachshund Dalmatian Dandie Dinmont Terrier Doberman Pinscher Dogo Argentino Dogue de Bordeaux Dutch Shepherd

English (Redtick) Coonhound English Bulldog English Cocker Spaniel English Setter English Shepherd English Springer Spaniel English Toy Spaniel Entlebucher Feist Field Spaniel Fila Brasileiro Finnish Lapphund Finnish Spitz Flat-Coated Retriever Fox Terrier (Smooth) Fox Terrier (Toy) Fox Terrier (Wirehaired) Foxhound French Bulldog

German Pinscher German Shepherd Dog German Shorthaired Pointer German Spitz German Wirehaired Pointer Glen of Imaal Terrier Goberian Golden Retriever Goldendoodle Gordon Setter Great Dane Great Pyrenees Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Greyhound Halden Hound (Haldenstrover) Harrier Havanese Horgi Hovawart Husky

Ibizan Hound Icelandic Sheepdog Irish Setter Irish Terrier Irish Water Spaniel Irish Wolfhound Italian Greyhound Italian Spinone Jack Russell Terrier Japanese Chin Jindo

Kai Dog Karelian Bear Dog Keeshond Kerry Blue Terrier Kishu Komondor Kuvasz Kyi Leo Labradoodle Labrador Retriever Lakeland Terrier Lancashire Heeler Leonberger Lhasa Apso Löwchen

Maltese Maltipoo Manchester Terrier Maremma Sheepdog Mastiff Miniature Bull Terrier Miniature Dachshund Miniature Pinscher Morkie Mountain Cur Munsterlander Mutt Neapolitan Mastiff Newfoundland Norfolk Terrier Norwegian Buhund Norwegian Elkhound Norwegian Lundehund Norwich Terrier Nova Scotia Duck-Tolling Retriever

Old English Sheepdog Olde English Bulldogge Otterhound Papillon Parson Russell Terrier Patterdale Terrier (Fell Terrier) Pekingese Pembroke Welsh Corgi Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Pharaoh Hound Pitsky Plott Hound Podengo Portugueso Pointer Polish Lowland Sheepdog Pomeranian Pomsky Poodle (Miniature) Poodle (Standard) Poodle (Toy or Tea Cup) Portuguese Water Dog Presa Canario Pug Puggle Puli Pumi

Rat Terrier Redbone Coonhound Rhodesian Ridgeback Rottweiler Saluki Samoyed Schiller Hound Schipperke Schnauzer (Giant) Schnauzer (Miniature) Schnauzer (Standard) Schnoodle Scottie, Scottish Terrier Scottish Deerhound Sealyham Terrier Shar Pei Sheepadoodle Sheltie, Shetland Sheepdog Sheppit Shepsky Shiba Inu Shih Poo Shih Tzu Silky Terrier Skye Terrier Sloughi St. Bernard Staffordshire Bull Terrier Sussex Spaniel Swedish Vallhund

Texas Heeler Thai Ridgeback Tibetan Mastiff Tibetan Spaniel Tibetan Terrier Tosa Inu Treeing Walker Coonhound Vizsla

Weimaraner Welsh Springer Spaniel Welsh Terrier Westie, West Highland White Terrier Wheaten Terrier Whippet Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Xoloitzcuintle/Mexican Hairless

Yorkie Poo Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier

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