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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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Adopt a dog in South Carolina

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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Millie (Cocoa Puff Pup #4)

Dachshund/Chihuahua

Female, 1 yr 6 mos
West Columbia, SC
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Motley

Catahoula Leopard Dog/Hound (Unknown Type)

Male, Young
Myrtle Beach, SC
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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Not good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained,
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Motley is a total sweetheart; he’s very loving, affectionate, energetic, adventurous, he’s a very vocal dog with absolutely beautiful howl, he’s very skiddish and can get overwhelmed with how hands on children are. But would make an absolutely amazing companion for someone who lives an outdoor lifestyle, unfortunately I work 65+ hours a week and don’t have the time or space to give him the life he deserves; and I don’t want to rob a wonderful dog of a great life simply because I’m unable to offer that.
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BUTTONS

American Staffordshire Terrier/Boston Terrier

Male, 2 yrs
York, SC
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(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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Asher*

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 3 yrs
Anderson, SC
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(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
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Chop

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 1 yr 6 mos
Greenville, SC
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(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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Found Address Zet Ct SC 29611 Greenville
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TN/Abigale

Brittany

Female, Adult
Simpsonville, SC
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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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.

Here are a few organizations closest to you:

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Humane Society of Greenwood

2820 Airport Rd, P.O. Box 49776, Greenwood, SC 29649

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

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Phu Quoc Ridge

2100 Callison Hwy, Greenwood, SC 29646

Pet Types: dogs

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Sick As A Dog Rescue SC

Hodges, SC 29653

Pet Types: dogs

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Daisy Girls Rescue

Donalds, SC 29638

Pet Types: dogs, horses

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Abbeville County Animal Services

79 Old Calhoun Falls Rd., Abbeville, SC 29620

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Abbeville County Humane Society

Abbeville, SC 29620

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Another Chance Animal Rescue dba Second Chance Rescue

54 Belton Circle, Abbeville, SC 29620

Pet Types: cats, dogs, farm animals, horses

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Greyhound Crossroads

PO Box 6117, Chappells, SC 29037

Pet Types: dogs

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HEART of LCAC

PO Box 1467, Laurens, SC 29360

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Laurens County Animal Control

79 Mt Vernon Church Rd, Laurens, SC 29360

Pet Types: dogs

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