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Puppies and dogs in Smithfield, North Carolina

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Smithfield, North Carolina. 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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Dusty

German Shepherd Dog Husky

Male, Young
Selma, NC
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Dusty is a 9 month old boy who has too much energy for me and my lifestyle. He is a very smart dog and very loving but I have only a small fenced in back yard for him and he needs a lot more open area to run off his energy. He loves to fetch frisbee and ball and loves his inside chew toys. I work part time and he can't seem to deal with being alone. He needs dog companions I think to play with and I think a male owner would work best for him. With some time he will calm down but I have health issues now that won't allow me to wait out that time till he is older. He will be a great dog for a young family. Update-Dusty is about 68 lbs. now and he seems to be at his adult size. He definitely loves to be outside. I can tell he is maturing and calming a little everyday as I expected. Please consider giving him a good home. He is a good dog, just needs time to grow into a mature dog that I know will be a wonderful companion.
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Kimo

Labrador Retriever

Male, Adult
Selma, NC
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Kimo is a very sweet dog but his girl adopted him from a shelter after being told he would max out at 35 lbs and can't properly care for this big guy. He has small dog friends (his best friend is a 3lb pom) and a really old orange cat pal. Used to have a 55 lb Husky friend to play with outside but the husky friend moved out state with their kid for school. Loves the outdoors, playing with toys, standing on his igloo, going for walks, and getting scritches. Very submissive personality. Knows some basic commands, definitely food motivated and trainable.
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Harvey

Labrador Retriever Weimaraner

Male, Young
Selma, NC
Size
(when grown) X-Large 101 lbs (46 kg) or more
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Needs experienced adopter, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Harvey is a 2.5 year old lab mix who is energetic, sweet, smart, and ready for his perfect family. Born in July 2022, he joined our family in August. Harvey’s dad is a full blooded lab and his mom is a lab/weimaraner mix. He was the runt of the litter, very playful and sweet, and wanted as much love and cuddles as he could get. The runt of the litter is now approximately 103lbs still full of sugar and wanting lots of love. Harvey is an outdoor dog and has never spent time inside being house or crate trained. He loves taking walks on a leash and playing outside. He still very much has puppy energy, and needs to be with a family that has older kids, or with adults.
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Tanner

Rhodesian Ridgeback

Male, Senior
Clayton, NC
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
I adopted Tanner from the Wake County animal shelter when he was 2 years old. He just turned 8 years old this year but you wouldn't know it. He still gets the zoomies and sprints around the yard at full speed until he tires and loves playing tug of war with a rope. When I take him to the dog park people ask me how old he is thinking he's a puppy and are startled when I tell them he's a senior. He gets along great with other dogs, loves kids and people, and never barks inside the house (he does bark outside though). Tanner is a very low maintenance pup. I've never had to put him in a crate, He doesn't chew up furniture or belongings and can hold his pee all day until I get back from work. He's handsome, he's always been healthy, his coat is soft and he does't smell bad like some other dogs. Unfortunately my girlfriend is severely allergic to dogs and we can't live together until Tanner finds a new home, otherwise I would spend many more years with this happy pup.
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Bane

Mutt

Male, Young
Clayton, NC
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
If you are looking for the most loving dog in the world you’ve found him. When I get home from work, Bane is in no hurry to go outside or eat or anything other than wait for you to sit on the floor and hug him as long as you can. He would be an INCREDIBLE emotional support dog. He has been around other dogs and cats without a single issue. He is very timid at first when meeting new people, but after fifteen minutes he wants nothing more than for you to sit with him and hold him. I’ve never met a sweeter dog in my life. Bane came to my house to prevent him from being sent to the pound by a family who could no longer care for him. They had two very young children that he loved dearly. I want to find Bane the perfect companion and need to do it quickly as I’m finding homes for the last of my fosters before I leave for flight training. Please contact me at (xxx) xxx-xxxx with any questions at all or to get some videos and more info on Bane. He is such a loving boy he deserves the best life!
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Ravioli

Foxhound

Male, Young
Clayton, NC
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
Ravioli is a 1-year-old, high-energy, loving puppy looking for his forever home—or possibly a foster home until I can get back on my feet. This decision breaks my heart, but I’m rehoming him due to personal financial and housing struggles, not because of anything he’s done. Ravioli deserves a life full of love and care that I can’t currently provide. When I adopted Ravioli, he needed a lot of TLC, and with patience and love, he’s grown into a friendly, playful companion. He loves walks and running in fenced areas, and he thrives on affection and playtime. He’ll do best in a home where he can stay active and feel part of the family. If you have a safe, loving home and can give Ravioli the life he deserves—or are willing to foster him temporarily—it would mean the world to me. Please reach out if you’d like to learn more about this amazing pup.

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Dog shelters and rescues in Smithfield, North Carolina

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Ruf Creek Ranch Animal rescue

5201 Brogden Road, Smithfield, NC 27577

Pet Types: dogs, horses

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JOHNSTON COUNTY ANIMAL SERVICES

115 SHELTER WAY, SMITHFIELD, NC 27577

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Bailey's Human Rescue, Incorporated

Selma, NC 27577

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Johnston County Animal Protection League

P.O. Box 607, Smithfield, NC 27577

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Triangle Herding Dog Rescue

Raleigh/Selma, NC 27576

Pet Types: dogs

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South Heartland Rescue

Princeton, NC 27569

Pet Types: dogs

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Furbaby Rescue of NC

PO BOX 883 S Market St, benson, NC 27504

Pet Types: dogs

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AARF Rehab. and Sanctuary

Benson, NC 27504

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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JoCo Dog Rescue

Benson, NC 27504

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits

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