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Dogs Deserve Better

Dog rescue in Charlottesville, VA

Dogs Deserve Better is a 501c3 nonprofit organization dedicated to freeing the chained or penned dog and bringing our best friend into the home and family.

Our mission is to provide a better life for abused, neglected and abandoned canines; especially those which are chained or penned without human companionship. We strive to accomplish this through advocating for humane legislation; promoting spay and neuter; educating communities on animal welfare; and rescuing and finding loving inside homes for canines.

Contact —
Email adoptable@dogsdeservebetter.org
Phone (434) 264-6170
Website
Address
1155 Seminole Trail
#7961
Charlottesville, VA 22906
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1155 Seminole Trail

#7961

Charlottesville, VA 22906

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We'll also keep you updated on Meemaw's adoption status with email updates.
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Meemaw

Hound (Unknown Type)

Female, 3 yrs 11 mos
Charlottesville, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Bear's adoption status with email updates.
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Bear

Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 9 yrs 3 mos
Charlottesville, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Kaine's adoption status with email updates.
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Kaine

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, Adult
Charlottesville, VA

Rescue FAQs

Charlottesville, Albemarle County, Nelson County, Augusta County

  • 1. Submit Application
  • 2. Meet the Pet
  • 3. Home Check
  • 4. Sign Adoption Contract

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https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/DDB/Dog

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https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/DDB/Dog

https://dogsdeservebetter.networkforgood.com/projects/218853-support-ddb

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We'll also keep you updated on Bentley's adoption status with email updates.
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Bentley

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)/Labrador Retriever

Male, Puppy
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We'll also keep you updated on Casper's adoption status with email updates.
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Casper

Golden Retriever

Male, 2 mos
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We'll also keep you updated on Cypress's adoption status with email updates.
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Cypress

American Shorthair

Male, Kitten
Rixeyville, VA
We'll also keep you updated on Lily's adoption status with email updates.
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Lily

Labrador Retriever

Female, Young
Harrisburg, VA
We'll also keep you updated on #42 - Randy's adoption status with email updates.
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#42 - Randy

American Pit Bull Terrier/Shepherd (Unknown Type)

Male, 2 yrs 8 mos
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We'll also keep you updated on Jasper's adoption status with email updates.
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Jasper

Hound (Unknown Type)

Male, Adult
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