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Puppies and dogs in Washington, District of Columbia

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

Gus

Beagle Bluetick Coonhound

Male, Senior

Arlington, VA

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, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

I rescued this dog from being abandoned in the woods of West Virginia. But I have two dogs already. Looking for a new owner. He’s probably 11-12 years old. Sleeps must of the day.

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Bit

Jack Russell Terrier

Male, Adult

Fairfax, VA

Size

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

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Bit is the sweetest dog ever. He was a rescued puppy and has grown into a sweet, sweet dog. He loves to cuddle, give kisses and loves people. He is a very quiet dog and loves to lay around. I have been the proud owner of Bit for almost three years now and he has shown me nothing but love and affection. Unfortunately, due to working and living arrangements, I am no longer able to keep Bit in our home and need to place him in his new forever home. I will arrange a meet & greet prior to the adoption for all serious applicants to meet with Bit.

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Piper

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, Adult

Arlington, 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

Piper is a 4 year old rescue dog. She is a very kind and affectionate dog who loves people and our older dog. She struggles with anxiety, especially with separation and thunderstorms. She is a very loving, friendly dog, however she needs a lot of attention and large amounts of exercise. Now having 2 small children, and with our older dog less willing to run around with her, we are unable to give Piper the level of attention and exercise that she needs. She is not aggressive, however does tend to bark at unfamiliar dogs, especially on walks. We are hoping to find someone to give Piper the levels of attention and exercise she needs, ideally with another active dog for company!

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Ziggy

Cockapoo

Male, Adult

Fairfax, VA

Size

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

Details

Not good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs special attention, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Ziggy is a wonderful active pet who is very loyal and protective of his owners. We purchased him as a (what we thought was a purebred puppy (Cockapoo) from the (now defunct) Dreamy Puppy Petstore in Chantilly, VA. We later learned in the news that the defunked Dream Puppy store was a puppy mill. We also learned that Ziggy had siblings at a few dog boarding places in Chantilly, VA. We once met Ziggy's brother (Scout) when we boarded Ziggy at a boarding place when we went on a family vacation. Ziggy has blended into our family (two adults, one college aged daughter, and one daughter (24 years old) with special needs (autism). Ziggy enjoys having his haircut (averaging approximately every two months) by Wendy from Strut Your Mutt. Ziggy loves to play fetch/catch with his toys.

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Ziggy

Cockapoo

Male, Adult

Fairfax, VA

Size

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

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs special attention, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Ziggy is a wonderful active pet who is very loyal and protective of his owners. We purchased him as a purebred puppy (Cockapoo) from Dreamy Puppy Petstore in Chantilly, VA. We later learned in the news that the defunct Dream Puppy store was a puppy mill that can explain his socialization issues with people but not owners or other dogs growing up. We also learned that Ziggy had siblings at a few dog boarding places in Chantilly, VA. We once met Ziggy's brother (Scout) when we boarded Ziggy at a boarding place when we went on a family vacation. Ziggy has blended into our family of 4 adults. Ziggy enjoys having his haircut (averaging approximately every two months) by Wendy from Strut Your Mutt. Ziggy loves to play fetch/catch with his toys.

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Theodore (Theo)

Rhodesian Ridgeback

Male, Young

Arlington, VA

Size

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

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Theodore is 2 1/2 years old and I adopted him when he was six weeks old. He is a very loyal, sweet, loving, funny and intelligent dog who needs a good home. I can longer take care of him. I am moving and having some medical issues and can no longer take care of him, he has been a great dog and will be a great member of the family. He is very social and loves going on walks and playing with balls and frisbees at the park and will be more interested in fetch with you than playing the other dogs but we still like to say hi and play with them. He is ball and play motivated, but enjoy a good bone or the jerky treats. He does not like the dry dog treats, but loves to play fetch even more than a treat.

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Dog shelters and rescues in Washington, District of Columbia

There are animal shelters and rescues that focus specifically on finding great homes for dogs in Washington, District of Columbia. Browse these rescues and shelters below.

Here are a few organizations closest to you:

Rescue

Bright Hope Animal Rescue - D.C. Chapter

Washington DC, DC 20001

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Omani Paws

Washington, DC 20001

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Appalachian SPCA - DC

Washington, DC 20001

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Perfectly Paired Pitties (P3)

Washington, DC 20001

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

HFH - Washington D.C.

Washington, DC 20500

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Alliance for Stray Animals and People

P.O. Box 65438, Washington, DC 20035

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Dogingham Palace Rescue/Washington DC

Washington, DC 20009

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Critter Cavalry Rescue - DC

Washington, DC 20009

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Dogs On Borrowed Time - Washington, DC

Washington, DC 20009

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Dogs in Harmony - Washington D.C.

Washington, DC 20009

Pet Types: dogs

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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

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

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Puppies and dogs in Washington, District of Columbia

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

Search for a puppy or dog

Puppies and dogs in nearby cities

Dog shelters and rescues in Washington, District of Columbia

Looking for a specific shelter or rescue?

Looking for a specific breed?

Popular dog breeds

Popular dog breeds