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Puppies and dogs in South Dakota

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in South Dakota. To learn more about each adoptable dog, click on the "i" icon for fast facts, or their photo or name for full details.
We'll also keep you updated on Gabby's adoption status with email updates.
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Gabby

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

Female, Puppy
Brandon, SD
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Gabby was born in rescue after her momma (Chloe Sue) arrived to rescue with a tummy full of babies! Gabby is full of personality, loves to snuggle, and give lots of puppy kisses! *Gabby and her siblings will be available starting 7/22/24. Applicants will be screened and chosen prior to the availability date.   ADOPTION REQUIREMENTS: Physically fenced in yard preferred. Cavaliers are prone to developing mitral valve (heart disease) as adults. Please do ample research on cavaliers and their potential health issues prior to applying. Family with the time and patience required to properly train & socialize a puppy. Gabby will be adopted out with a mandatory spay agreement/contract. Gabby is current on age-appropriate vaccinations & deworming, and has also been microchipped. Her adoption fee is $700 plus tax.Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.July 6, 2024, 11:25 pm
We'll also keep you updated on Fern's adoption status with email updates.
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Fern

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

Female, Puppy
Brandon, SD
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Fern was born in rescue after her momma (Cara) arrived to rescue with a tummy full of babies! Fern loves to be vocal and is often found chasing her sister, Olive around! *Fern and her siblings will be available starting 7/22/24. Applicants will be screened and chosen prior to the availability date.   ADOPTION REQUIREMENTS: Physically fenced in yard preferred. Cavaliers are prone to developing mitral valve (heart disease) as adults. Please do ample research on cavaliers and their potential health issues prior to applying. Family with the time and patience required to properly train & socialize a puppy. Fern will be adopted out with a mandatory spay agreement/contract. Fern is current on age-appropriate vaccinations & deworming, and has also been microchipped. Her adoption fee is $700 plus tax.Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.July 6, 2024, 11:25 pm
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Iris

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

Female, Puppy
Brandon, SD
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Iris was born in rescue after her momma (Chloe Sue) arrived to rescue with a tummy full of babies! Iris is fiercely independent, curious, and oh so smart! *Iris and her siblings will be available starting 7/22/24. Applicants will be screened and chosen prior to the availability date. Iris has an umbilical hernia that will need to be repaired at the time of her spay.   ADOPTION REQUIREMENTS: Physically fenced in yard preferred. Cavaliers are prone to developing mitral valve (heart disease) as adults. Please do ample research on cavaliers and their potential health issues prior to applying. Family with the time and patience required to properly train & socialize a puppy. Iris will be adopted out with a mandatory spay agreement/contract.  Iris is current on age-appropriate vaccinations & deworming, and has also been microchipped. Her adoption fee is $700 plus tax. Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.July 6, 2024, 11:25 pm
We'll also keep you updated on Olive's adoption status with email updates.
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Olive

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

Female, Puppy
Brandon, SD
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website. Olive was born in rescue after her momma (Cara) arrived to rescue with a tummy full of babies! Olive is quiet, curious, and loves to sleep in her foster momma's arms! *Olive and her siblings will be available starting 7/22/24. Applicants will be screened and chosen prior to the availability date.   ADOPTION REQUIREMENTS: Physically fenced in yard preferred. Cavaliers are prone to developing mitral valve (heart disease) as adults. Please do ample research on cavaliers and their potential health issues prior to applying. Family with the time and patience required to properly train & socialize a puppy. Olive will be adopted out with a mandatory spay agreement/contract. Olive is current on age-appropriate vaccinations & deworming, and has also been microchipped. Her adoption fee is $700 plus tax. Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.July 6, 2024, 11:25 pm
We'll also keep you updated on Holly's adoption status with email updates.
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Holly

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

Female, Adult
Brandon, SD
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Holly is a timid little girl who is looking for a patient and loving family. She is still learning that she is safe and that human hands are loving and kind. She wants so badly to be loved on. She is just learning about toys but thinks they are pretty amazing to carry around as she runs in the yard. She is wonderful with other dogs and would do best with at least one other confident dog in the home to help guide her. Holly is crate trained and working on her housetraining.    ADOPTION REQUIREMENTS: Physically fenced in yard to keep her safe and to provide her with a sense of freedom. Walking on a leash/harness is still very much a work in progress. Resident dog to help boost Holly's confidence. Adult home or home with older (teenage) children only. Holly has been spayed and also had a dental. She tested negative for heartworm & tick-borne disease, is current on vaccinations & monthly preventatives, dewormed, and microchipped. Her adoption fee is $500 plus tax.Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.July 6, 2024, 11:25 pm
We'll also keep you updated on JoJo's adoption status with email updates.
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JoJo

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel/Bichon Frise

Male, Young
Brandon, SD
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.JoJo is a very loving and energetic little Cavachon. He was surrendered to SFCR due to flooding/displacement.  JoJo wants nothing more than to be with his people. He also loves toys, running around in the backyard, and is ready for new adventures with his forever family.  JoJo is crate trained and is working hard on his housetraining.    ADOPTION REQUIREMENTS: Physically fenced in yard preferred but not required. JoJo has lots of energy and needs plenty of room to run and explore.  JoJo would do well in a home with or without another dog.  Family with the time and patience required to properly train & socialize a puppy.  Active family who will include him in family adventures and activities.  JoJo has been neutered. He tested negative for heartworm & tick-borne disease, is current on vaccinations (rabies, DAPP, bordetella, and lepto) & monthly preventatives, and microchipped. His adoption fee is $550 plus tax.Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.July 6, 2024, 11:25 pm

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Shelters & rescues in South Dakota

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

Here are a few organizations closest to you:

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Pierre / Ft. Pierre Area Humane Society

PO Box 954, Pierre, SD 57501

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Southern Dog Rescue-SD

Pierre, SD 57501

Pet Types: dogs

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NBRAN South Dakota

Pierre, SD 57501

Pet Types: dogs

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Cottonwood Creek Animal Rescue

27891 310th Ave, Winner, SD 57580

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescues Unlimited

923 Whittecar Ave., Gregory, SD 57533

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Beadle County Humane Society

5063 Dakota Avenue, South Huron, SD 57350

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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