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Puppies and dogs in South Carolina

Looking for a puppy or dog in South Carolina? Adopt a Pet can help you find a new best friend near you.

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in South 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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Hay-Day

Toy Poodle/Chihuahua

Female, Puppy
Lexington, SC
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
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🌾🐾 Meet Hay-Day – A Sweet Little Farmgirl with a Big Personality! 🐾🌾 📍 Lexington, SC 🐶 Hay-Day | ~4 months (DOB ~7/6/26) | ♀️ 🐾 Chihuahua Mix – exact mix unknown; unlikely to be terrier and more likely a small companion breed such as Maltese, Shih Tzu, Poodle, etc. 🩺 Spayed, microchipped, dewormed & UTD on flea/heartworm prevention; 1 round of DHPP, Rabies & Bordetella. 🐶🐱👧 Good with dogs, cats & kids: ALL of the above! ⚠️ No known medical or aggression issues. 🏡 Hay-Day was found as a stray and taken to Animal Control. We pulled her to help with overcrowding and give her a chance at finding a home. 🏠 House/crate trained: Mostly pee-pad trained. She has had very little outdoor potty-training experience because she can climb right out of my 5-ft pen! 😂 A secure, escape-proof yard will be important, as chain-link fencing may not be enough. She is kennel trained with pee pads available. 🥰 Personality: Hay-Day is a very friendly, playful, cuddly little girl! 💕 She's currently teething, so she's definitely in her CHEWY puppy phase with people. 😂 Her adopter will need to continue teaching her what is appropriate to chew. She's usually pretty quiet, with the occasional bark when something strange catches her attention. She's full of puppy energy but is a little calmer than her sibling and a bit more reserved. She has no problems being held and loves cuddling once she's ready to settle down. 🥰 If you're looking for a sweet little puppy who is playful and energetic but slightly more laid-back than her sibling, Hay-Day might be your girl! 🌾🐾 📩 Message/email if interested! Please include Hay-Day's name in your message, as I have a lot of rescue animals currently looking for homes. 🏡 Adoption application & contract required to ensure a good home and completion of remaining vetting: 2 more DHLPP vaccines. AF 150
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Corn

Maltese/Toy Poodle

Female, Puppy
Lexington, SC
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
Story
🌽🐾 Meet Corn – A Tiny, Chewy Ball of Fun! 🐾🌽 📍 Lexington, SC 🐶 Corn | ~4 months (DOB ~7/6/26) | ♀️ 🐾 Chihuahua Mix – exact mix unknown, but unlikely to be anything terrier and more likely a small companion breed such as Poodle, Maltese, Shih Tzu, etc. 🩺 Spayed, microchipped, dewormed & UTD on flea/heartworm prevention; 1 round of DHPP, Rabies & Bordetella. 🐶🐱👧 Good with dogs, cats & kids: ALL of the above! ⚠️ No known medical or aggression issues. 🏡 Corn was found as a stray and taken to Animal Control. We pulled her to help with overcrowding and give her a chance at finding a home. 🏠 House/crate trained: Mostly pee-pad trained. She has had very little outdoor potty-training experience because she can climb right out of my 5-ft pen! 😂 Chain-link fencing may not be enough. She is kennel trained with pee pads available. 🥰 Personality: Corn is VERY friendly, playful, cuddly, and full of puppy energy! 💕 She loves people and has no problems being held. She's currently in the middle of teething, so she's VERY chewy right now. Fingers, toys, probably anything else she can get her mouth on… 😂 This is normal puppy behavior, but her adopter will need to continue teaching her appropriate things to chew. She's surprisingly quiet for a puppy and is usually pretty calm vocally, with the occasional bark when something strange catches her attention. 👀 If you're looking for a tiny companion with plenty of energy, lots of affection, and a healthy appreciation for chewing everything during teething, Corn may be your girl! 🌽🐾 📩 Message/email if interested! Please include Corn's name in your message, as I have a lot of rescue animals currently looking for homes. 🏡 Adoption application & contract required to ensure a good home and completion of remaining vetting: 2 more DHLPP vaccines. AF 150
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Chief

Jack Russell Terrier

Male, 1 yr
Mt pleasant, SC
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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Riggs

Shepsky

Male, 4 yrs
Mt pleasant, SC
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
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Alphie

Pomeranian/Chihuahua

Male, 3 yrs 6 mos
WALHALLA, SC
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
Story
Say hello to Alphie, a handsome 3-year-old Pomeranian mix with a whole lot of love to give! ❤️ Alphie is a sweet boy who loves hugs, attention, and spending time with his people. He gets along great with people and other dogs. He also loves running and playing in the yard, especially when he gets to play with the children! We are currently working on his leash-walking skills, and he is on our list for vaccines and neutering. 🏡 Alphie is looking for a foster home! He will be officially available for adoption once we get him up to date on all his vetting. In the meantime, we are accepting pre-adoption applications for anyone who may be interested in making Alphie part of their family. Could you be the loving home Alphie has been waiting for?
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Bruiser

Pomeranian/Chihuahua

Male, 3 yrs 6 mos
WALHALLA, SC
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
Story
🐾 **MEET BRUISER!** 🐾 This handsome 3-year-old Pomeranian mix is a little guy with a BIG heart! ❤️ Bruiser loves cuddles, playtime, running around the yard, and spending time with children. He gets along great with people and other dogs, too! He's currently working on his leash manners and waiting for his vaccines and neuter. 🏡 Bruiser is looking for a foster home! Pre-adoption applications are also welcome while he gets ready for his forever family. Could you be the one to give this sweet boy his happily ever after? ❤️🐾 Message us today to foster or apply!

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Shelters & rescues in South Carolina

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

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Ruff Life Animal Rescue

Fort Mill, SC 29707

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Destination Home Puppy Rescue

Please fill out application. This is the best way to get more information., Fort Mill, SC 29715

Pet Types: dogs

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Humane Society of York County

8177 regent parkway, suite 103, Fort mill, SC 29715

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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PAWS Feline Rescue

Rock Hill, SC 29730

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Every Life Matters Animal Rescue

Rock Hill, SC 29730

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Pug Lovers Rescue/Tucker's Way Rescue, Inc.

1015 Charlotte Ave, Suite 170, Rock Hill, SC 29732

Pet Types: dogs

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Halfway There Rescue

Rock Hill, SC 29732

Pet Types: dogs

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Operation C.A.R.E. - Carolina Animal Rescue Effort

2756 Dr. Nichols Rd, York, SC 29745

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

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