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Puppies and dogs in Mississippi

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Mississippi. 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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SB

Chihuahua/Mixed Breed (Small)

Male, 5 yrs
Hattiesburg, MS
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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Phil Collins

Chihuahua/Mixed Breed (Small)

Male, 2 yrs
Hattiesburg, MS
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(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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TN/Abigale

Brittany

Female, Adult
Jackson, MS
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained,
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Sweet Abby is sugar, spice, and everything nice. A perfect recipe of pure preciousness, she is a 5 year (DOB 3/30/2021-exact) orange and white female spayed purebred Brittany. Abby is up to date on all vaccines and a bonafide lovebug. Even though Abby needs a little weight loss, 65 lbs. is not her ideal weight, she is still remarkably close to perfection. Other than some excess weight, Abby is healthy. Abby is calm, eager to please, and extremely affectionate. She had been with her owners since she was a puppy, but unfortunately, one of the owners was having health issues and it was discovered she was allergic to dogs. Abby is housetrained, crate trained and has great house manners. She is very laid back and friendly to adults, as well as children. Abby loves to take rides in the car and will be your best friend. She is not extremely active and has a submissive personality. She is good with both dogs and cats. Because Abby is extremely food motivated, she will need help on her weight loss journey. According to Abby’s foster dad, she is a perfect candidate for an invisible fence. She pulls a little when walking on a leash, but nothing extreme. She enjoys walks with her foster dad and foster fur sibling multiple times a week. As a matter of fact, she has lost some weight over the brief time she has been at her foster home. With food portion management and regular exercise, Abby will be at an ideal weight in no time. Are you looking for a wonderful adult Brittany to join your family? Abby is your gal! Abby’s adoption fee is $350, and she is being fostered in middle north Tennessee. Just a reminder that NBRAN will transport adopted dogs to their approved homes up to 1400 miles, with the adopter being responsible for the last approximately 100 miles. If you are interested in adopting Abby, please contact Suzanne Horsley ztasuzanne@gmail.com  OR Debbie Tuthill agilitybrits@gmail.comJuly 21, 2026, 4:42 pm
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Bailey

Mixed Breed (Medium)/Basset Hound

Female, 1 yr 6 mos
Corinth, MS
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Waylon

Chihuahua

Male, 3 yrs 2 mos
Gulfport, MS
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(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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DOUBLE THE LOVE – BONDED CHIHUAHUA PAIR LOOKING FOR A FOREVER HOME ❤️❤️ Meet Waylon and Willie, two adorable little best friends who have already been through more than any dog should. These sweet boys were found abandoned together on Lover’s Lane in Ocean Springs, MS on July 17, tied to a tree by their retractable leashes with a bag of food and their belongings left beside them. Despite being let down by people, they haven’t let it change their loving hearts. 🐶 Waylon ❤️ Male Chihuahua mix ❤️ Approximately 6–9 years old ❤️ Under 10 lbs ❤️ Neutered ❤️ Housebroken 🐶 Willie ❤️ Male Chihuahua ❤️ Approximately 6 years old ❤️ Under 10 lbs Together they: 🐾 Are a bonded pair and need to stay together. 🐾 Are housebroken. 🐾 Do well with other small dogs. 🐾 Are a little intimidated by larger dogs. 🐾 Have been wonderful with a 17-year-old and are gentle, though their experience with younger children is unknown. 🐾 Can be a little vocal with some barking and howling, but they are not aggressive or destructive. 🐾 Love Purina food and have already been treated for fleas. They have some fur loss and skin irritation that is likely flea-related, but otherwise appear healthy. These boys deserve a family that will never leave them behind again. If you’re looking for twice the companionship, twice the snuggles, and twice the love, Waylon and Willie are waiting to meet you. 📍 Courtesy Post – Ocean Springs, MS 🐾 Interested in adopting Waylon and Willie? Please apply through Tired Dog Rescue. Please share to help these deserving boys find the forever home they’ve been waiting for. ❤️🐶🐶
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Willie

Chihuahua

Male, 6 yrs
Gulfport, MS
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(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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DOUBLE THE LOVE – BONDED CHIHUAHUA PAIR LOOKING FOR A FOREVER HOME ❤️❤️ Meet Waylon and Willie, two adorable little best friends who have already been through more than any dog should. These sweet boys were found abandoned together on Lover’s Lane in Ocean Springs, MS on July 17, tied to a tree by their retractable leashes with a bag of food and their belongings left beside them. Despite being let down by people, they haven’t let it change their loving hearts. 🐶 Waylon ❤️ Male Chihuahua mix ❤️ Approximately 6–9 years old ❤️ Under 10 lbs ❤️ Neutered ❤️ Housebroken 🐶 Willie ❤️ Male Chihuahua ❤️ Approximately 6 years old ❤️ Under 10 lbs Together they: 🐾 Are a bonded pair and need to stay together. 🐾 Are housebroken. 🐾 Do well with other small dogs. 🐾 Are a little intimidated by larger dogs. 🐾 Have been wonderful with a 17-year-old and are gentle, though their experience with younger children is unknown. 🐾 Can be a little vocal with some barking and howling, but they are not aggressive or destructive. 🐾 Love Purina food and have already been treated for fleas. They have some fur loss and skin irritation that is likely flea-related, but otherwise appear healthy. These boys deserve a family that will never leave them behind again. If you’re looking for twice the companionship, twice the snuggles, and twice the love, Waylon and Willie are waiting to meet you. 📍 Courtesy Post – Ocean Springs, MS 🐾 Interested in adopting Waylon and Willie? Please apply through Tired Dog Rescue. Please share to help these deserving boys find the forever home they’ve been waiting for. ❤️🐶🐶

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Shelters & rescues in Mississippi

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

Here are a few organizations closest to you:

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Southern Pines Animal Shelter

1901 N 31 Ave, Hattiesburg, MS 39401

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Homeward Hound

Hattiesburg, MS 39402

Pet Types: dogs

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Hub City Humane Society

95 Jackson Rd, Hattiesburg, MS 39402

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Love At First Sight Adoption Center of Hattiesburg

3422 Hardy Street, Hattiesburg, MS 39402

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Jos Yorkie Rescue

65 Duval Stuart Road, Hattiesburg, MS 39402

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Lhasa Apso Southern Rescue - Mississippi

P. O. Box 1946, Purvis, MS 39475

Pet Types: dogs

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Pine Belt Animal Rescue

PURVIS, MS 39475

Pet Types: dogs

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Southern Cross Animal Rescue

1712 Hwy 184 E, Laurel, MS 39443

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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North Star Rescue

Columbia, MS 39429

Pet Types: dogs

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