Adopt
Rehome
Menu Hamburger Icon

Compact Canine Rescue

Dog rescue in Norfolk, VA

The founding members of our rescue are dog lovers. Especially, small dogs! When we saw the need to help so many small dogs of various breeds and mixes, we collaborated to form a non-breed-specific rescue to help as many small dogs as possible. Our mission is to help dogs who weigh up to 20 pounds.

Adoption is not first come first served. We match our dogs to potential owners to ensure the best outcomes for all involved! Our philosophy is: Rescue - Rehabilitate - Rejoice!

Our mission statement is as follows:
Compact Canine Rescue is a network of volunteers committed to rehabilitating small dogs and rehoming them with forever families on the east coast of the United States. We are passionate about promoting responsible pet parenting and educating the public on what makes dogs healthy and happy.

Contact —
Email info@compactcaninerescue.org
Phone —
Website
Address
P.O. Box 10312
Norfolk, VA 23513
Donation Donate to this rescue
Dogs Illustration

See every new pet that comes to this rescue!

Create an alert, and we'll notify you every time a new pet comes in who meets your criteria.

Adoptable pets at Compact Canine Rescue

We'll also keep you updated on Mario's adoption status with email updates.
Photo of Mario

Mario

Cairn Terrier/Miniature Schnauzer

Male, Young
Norfolk, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Xena's adoption status with email updates.
Photo of Xena

Xena

Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier

Female, Young
Norfolk, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Heidi's adoption status with email updates.
Photo of Heidi

Heidi

Standard Poodle

Female, Young
Norfolk, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Otis's adoption status with email updates.
Photo of Otis

Otis

Cairn Terrier/Miniature Schnauzer

Male, Young
Norfolk, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Milo's adoption status with email updates.
Photo of Milo

Milo

Cairn Terrier/Miniature Schnauzer

Male, Young
Norfolk, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Johnny Cash's adoption status with email updates.
long timer badge
Photo of Johnny Cash

Johnny Cash

Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier/Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Male, Young
Norfolk, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Noel's adoption status with email updates.
Photo of Noel

Noel

Shih Tzu

Female, Senior
Norfolk, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Shadow's adoption status with email updates.
Photo of Shadow

Shadow

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, Senior
Norfolk, VA
See Adopted Pets

Rescue FAQs

East Coast - New Jersey, Delaware, Virginia, Pennsylvania, Maryland, North Carolina

  • 1. Submit Application
  • 2. Interview
  • 3. Home Check
  • 4. Approve Application
  • 5. Meet the Pet
  • 6. Sign Adoption Contract
  • 7. Pay Fee

Additional adoption info

If you are interested in adopting from our rescue please visit https://compactcaninerescue.org/dog-adoption/ to put in your application. Please call your vet to allow them to discuss your vet history with our team. You will be notified by email of the next step in the process. Be sure to check your junk/spam folders regularly.

Adoption application

https://compactcaninerescue.org/dog-adoption/

https://compactcaninerescue.org/donate/

Icon image
Get adoption advice

How to prepare for bringing a new shelter or rescue pet home
Icon image
Get adoption advice

Introducing a new pet to your existing pets
Icon image
Get adoption advice

How to navigate common bumps in the adoption process

Pets at shelters & rescues near Compact Canine Rescue

Stray Network Animal Rescue VA

Virginia Beach, VA 23456

Dogs In Harmony - Norfolk, VA

Norfolk, VA 23510

Compassion For Canines

Windsor, VA 23487

We'll also keep you updated on Mazikeen's adoption status with email updates.
Photo of Mazikeen

Mazikeen

Domestic Mediumhair

Female, 1 yr 1 mo
Williamsburg, VA
We'll also keep you updated on 2412-0658 Flex's adoption status with email updates.
Photo of 2412-0658 Flex

2412-0658 Flex

Mixed Breed (Large)

Male, Adult
Virginia Beach, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Bella's adoption status with email updates.
Photo of Bella

Bella

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 4 yrs 6 mos
Elizabeth City, NC
We'll also keep you updated on COSMO's adoption status with email updates.
Photo of COSMO

COSMO

Rottweiler/Shepherd (Unknown Type)

Male, 1 mo
Gloucester, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Yule Log's adoption status with email updates.
Photo of Yule Log

Yule Log

Labrador Retriever

Male, Adult
Portsmouth, VA
We'll also keep you updated on PRINCESS SPOTIFY's adoption status with email updates.
Photo of PRINCESS SPOTIFY

PRINCESS SPOTIFY

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Kitten
Norfolk, VA

Search for a dog or cat

  • Columbus, OH
  • Columbus, OH
  • Columbus Grove, OH
  • Columbus Grv, OH

Sorry, we can’t find that location! Please try again.

    an arrow icon
    Breed
    an arrow icon
    Age
    an arrow icon
    an arrow icon

Animal Charities in Norfolk, VA

HeARTs Speak

HeARTs Speak develops resources that help shelter animals to be seen and find homes, ultimately transforming public perceptions of pet adoption, shelters, and animals in need. Each year our work helps nearly 1 million pets in your community and beyond.

Learn more

Alliance for Contraception in Cats and Dogs

There is a tremendous need for new methods of sterilization that are faster, easier, more accessible, and less expensive than surgery. ACC&D works tirelessly to bring together key stakeholders to advance this field.

Learn more

Animal Legal Defense Fund

Every day, Animal Legal Defense Fund works to enact tougher animal cruelty laws, provide care and legal assistance for animal victims of cruelty, offer rewards to bring abusers to justice, and provide free legal assistance to prosecutors and law enforcement to put abusers behind bars.

Learn more