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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Charleston, West Virginia. 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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Happy

Mutt

Male, Adult
Saint Albans, WV
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Not good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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This is Happy, a 9-year-old "pound puppy" who looks just like those toys from the '80s. Happy is a calm, snuggly boy who enjoys a lot of nap time but lights up for tug-of-war and running around with kids. His favorite toys are ropes and anything he can chew on. Happy gets along well with our cat but needs a few days to acclimate to new cats, especially adult ones; he finds baby kittens easier to adjust to. While he isn't a fan of other dogs, he did okay with chickens, though he may give chase. Happy absolutely adores children and babies, making him a fantastic family dog. He’s house-trained and knows commands like sit, lay down, go to bed, and “stop that.” Though he has some skin allergies, he’s otherwise in good health. Due to a busy work schedule, Happy spends a lot of time alone, but he thrives on attention and affection. He eats in the morning and evening, plays with the kiddo, and then sleeps on the mini trampoline he claimed as his bed. He’s absolutely best friend material.

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Beau

Boxer

Male, Adult
Cottageville, WV
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Needs special attention,
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VOLUNTEERS :  ARF needs transport drivers who can do legs between WV and New England! Driver Application: http://form.jotform.us/form/50214993744156 More Info: https://groups.io/org/groupsio/ICanDrive Click the image above or use this link to contact us: http://form.jotform.us/form/51806042497154 Boxer lovers - let me introduce you to Beau!! You will love his little toothy smile! He is a wonderful boy! He does have an ongoing medical condition that we can discuss if you are interested in Beau! Beau has a medical condition called Diabetes Insipidus, a disease that causes the body to make a large amount of urine and can lead to extreme thirst. Treatment for Diabetes Insipidus which Beau is currently taking, Desmopressin Acetate Tab 0.2mg. He gets 1 tablet every 8-12 hours. This medication has helped him greatly! We control his water intake, and he keeps a dry kennel at night. Beau walks great on a leash, is people and dog friendly! Jackson County Animal Shelter 86 County Farm Rd, Cottageville, WV 25239 Google map to our location: https://goo.gl/j2faZf&#226&#128&#139 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JacksonCountyAnimalShelter Shelter Hours:  Mon-Fri 11-4 or by appointment  Sat/Sun Closed Adoption Application: http://form.jotform.us/form/51408614450146 Rescue Application: http://form.jotform.us/form/51744619866165 For rescue or long distance adoption inquiries, please use this form to contact us: http://form.jotform.us/form/51806042497154 Phone (for local calls only): 304-372-6064 Rescues and long-distance adopters: We are rescue friendly and PA-licensed! Saturday transport is available to northeastern states on a regular basis thanks to the assistance of our local rescue partner, Animal Rights Fur-Ever. June 30, 2024, 12:11 am

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Meadows

Labrador Retriever

Male, Adult
Cottageville, WV
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
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Story
VOLUNTEERS :  ARF needs transport drivers who can do legs between WV and New England! Driver Application: http://form.jotform.us/form/50214993744156 More Info: https://groups.io/org/groupsio/ICanDrive Click the image above or use this link to contact us: http://form.jotform.us/form/51806042497154 Looking for an energetic best friend to go hiking or jogging? Meadows is up for the task! He is full of energy, kisses, and love! He is ready to be your new best friend and he has waited over a year for his forever home! The shelter is no place for such an energetic dog. You can meet Meadows at our shelter!!! Jackson County Animal Shelter 86 County Farm Rd, Cottageville, WV 25239 Google map to our location: https://goo.gl/j2faZf&#226&#128&#139 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JacksonCountyAnimalShelter Shelter Hours:  Mon-Fri 11-4 or by appointment  Sat/Sun Closed Adoption Application: http://form.jotform.us/form/51408614450146 Rescue Application: http://form.jotform.us/form/51744619866165 For rescue or long distance adoption inquiries, please use this form to contact us: http://form.jotform.us/form/51806042497154 Phone (for local calls only): 304-372-6064 Rescues and long-distance adopters: We are rescue friendly and PA-licensed! Saturday transport is available to northeastern states on a regular basis thanks to the assistance of our local rescue partner, Animal Rights Fur-Ever. June 30, 2024, 12:11 am

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Roane

Pit Bull Terrier

Male, Adult
Cottageville, WV
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
VOLUNTEERS :  ARF needs transport drivers who can do legs between WV and New England! Driver Application: http://form.jotform.us/form/50214993744156 More Info: https://groups.io/org/groupsio/ICanDrive Click the image above or use this link to contact us: http://form.jotform.us/form/51806042497154 Jackson County Animal Shelter 86 County Farm Rd, Cottageville, WV 25239 Google map to our location: https://goo.gl/j2faZf&#226&#128&#139 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JacksonCountyAnimalShelter Shelter Hours:  Mon-Fri 11-4 or by appointment  Sat/Sun Closed Adoption Application: http://form.jotform.us/form/51408614450146 Rescue Application: http://form.jotform.us/form/51744619866165 For rescue or long distance adoption inquiries, please use this form to contact us: http://form.jotform.us/form/51806042497154 Phone (for local calls only): 304-372-6064 Rescues and long-distance adopters: We are rescue friendly and PA-licensed! Saturday transport is available to northeastern states on a regular basis thanks to the assistance of our local rescue partner, Animal Rights Fur-Ever. June 30, 2024, 12:11 am

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Boss

Labrador Retriever

Male, 2 yrs 2 mos
Fayetteville, WV
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
For more information, contact us at (304) 574-3682 or fayettecohumanesociety.org

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mufasa

Plott Hound

Male, 2 yrs 2 mos
Fayetteville, WV
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Shots are up-to-date,
Story
For more information, contact us at (304) 574-3682 or fayettecohumanesociety.org

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Dog shelters and rescues in Charleston, West Virginia

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

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Stepping Stones Canine Fosters

Charleston, WV 25312

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Ratbone Rescues (WV Chapter)

Charleston, WV 25321

Pet Types: dogs

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Kanawha Charleston Humane Association

1248 Greenbrier St, Charleston, WV 25311

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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Helping Hand Pet Rescue of West Virginia

Po Box 461, Saint Albans, WV 25177

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

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Putnam County Humane Society

Box 461, Scott Depot, WV 25560

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Putnam Animal Relief Center

1 Sabre Road, Winfield, WV 25213

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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All For The Animals, Inc.

7002 Charleston Rd., Gandeeville, WV 25243

Pet Types: dogs

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Little Victories Animal Rescue

3589 Wire Branch Road, Ona, WV 25545

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Animal Rights Fur-ever

Ripley, WV 25271

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Help for Animals Inc.

P.O. Box 250 , Barboursville, WV 25504

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Affenpinscher Afghan Hound Airedale Terrier Akbash Akita Alaskan Klee Kai Alaskan Malamute American Bulldog American Cocker Spaniel American Eskimo Dog American Hairless Terrier American Pit Bull Terrier American Staffordshire Terrier Anatolian Shepherd Aussiedoodle Australian Cattle Dog Australian Kelpie Australian Shepherd Australian Terrier Basenji Basset Hound Beagle Bearded Collie Beauceron Bedlington Terrier Belgian Laekenois Belgian Malinois Belgian Shepherd Belgian Tervuren Bernedoodle Bernese Mountain Dog Bichon Frise Black Mouth Cur Black and Tan Coonhound Bloodhound Blue Lacy/Texas Lacy Bluetick Coonhound Bolognese Border Collie Border Terrier Borzoi Boston Terrier Bouvier des Flandres Boxer Boykin Spaniel Briard Brittany Brussels Griffon Bull Terrier Bullmastiff
Cairn Terrier Canaan Dog Cane Corso Cardigan Welsh Corgi Carolina Dog Catahoula Leopard Dog Caucasian Shepherd Dog Cavachon Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Cavapoo Chesapeake Bay Retriever Chihuahua Chinese Crested Chinook Chiweenie Chow Chow Clumber Spaniel Cockapoo Cocker Spaniel Collie Coonhound Corgi Coton de Tulear Curly-Coated Retriever Dachshund Dalmatian Dandie Dinmont Terrier Doberman Pinscher Dogo Argentino Dogue de Bordeaux Dutch Shepherd
English (Redtick) Coonhound English Bulldog English Cocker Spaniel English Setter English Shepherd English Springer Spaniel English Toy Spaniel Entlebucher Feist Field Spaniel Fila Brasileiro Finnish Lapphund Finnish Spitz Flat-Coated Retriever Fox Terrier (Smooth) Fox Terrier (Toy) Fox Terrier (Wirehaired) Foxhound French Bulldog
German Pinscher German Shepherd Dog German Shorthaired Pointer German Spitz German Wirehaired Pointer Glen of Imaal Terrier Goberian Golden Retriever Goldendoodle Gordon Setter Great Dane Great Pyrenees Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Greyhound Halden Hound (Haldenstrover) Harrier Havanese Horgi Hovawart Husky
Ibizan Hound Icelandic Sheepdog Irish Setter Irish Terrier Irish Water Spaniel Irish Wolfhound Italian Greyhound Italian Spinone Jack Russell Terrier Japanese Chin Jindo
Kai Dog Karelian Bear Dog Keeshond Kerry Blue Terrier Kishu Komondor Kuvasz Kyi Leo Labradoodle Labrador Retriever Lakeland Terrier Lancashire Heeler Leonberger Lhasa Apso Löwchen
Maltese Maltipoo Manchester Terrier Maremma Sheepdog Mastiff Miniature Bull Terrier Miniature Dachshund Miniature Pinscher Morkie Mountain Cur Munsterlander Mutt Neapolitan Mastiff Newfoundland Norfolk Terrier Norwegian Buhund Norwegian Elkhound Norwegian Lundehund Norwich Terrier Nova Scotia Duck-Tolling Retriever
Old English Sheepdog Olde English Bulldogge Otterhound Papillon Parson Russell Terrier Patterdale Terrier (Fell Terrier) Pekingese Pembroke Welsh Corgi Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Pharaoh Hound Pitsky Plott Hound Podengo Portugueso Pointer Polish Lowland Sheepdog Pomeranian Pomsky Poodle (Miniature) Poodle (Standard) Poodle (Toy or Tea Cup) Portuguese Water Dog Presa Canario Pug Puggle Puli Pumi
Rat Terrier Redbone Coonhound Rhodesian Ridgeback Rottweiler Saluki Samoyed Schiller Hound Schipperke Schnauzer (Giant) Schnauzer (Miniature) Schnauzer (Standard) Schnoodle Scottie, Scottish Terrier Scottish Deerhound Sealyham Terrier Shar Pei Sheepadoodle Sheltie, Shetland Sheepdog Sheppit Shepsky Shiba Inu Shih Poo Shih Tzu Silky Terrier Skye Terrier Sloughi St. Bernard Staffordshire Bull Terrier Sussex Spaniel Swedish Vallhund
Texas Heeler Thai Ridgeback Tibetan Mastiff Tibetan Spaniel Tibetan Terrier Tosa Inu Treeing Walker Coonhound Vizsla
Weimaraner Welsh Springer Spaniel Welsh Terrier Westie, West Highland White Terrier Wheaten Terrier Whippet Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Xoloitzcuintle/Mexican Hairless
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