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Puppies and dogs in Delaware

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Delaware. 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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Uzi

Pit Bull Terrier

Male, Young
New Castle, DE
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April 30, 2025, 7:25 pm

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Sasquatch

Labrador Retriever

Male, 2 yrs
Georgetown, DE
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(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
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Meet Sasquatch, a sweet, loyal, and brave adult dog. This charming canine has a heart as big as his namesake, filled with love and devotion. He`s a social butterfly, always eager to make friends with other dogs. His bravery is evident in his everyday actions, from exploring new environments to standing by his friends. Sasquatch`s loyalty is unwavering, a trait that makes him the perfect companion. His sweetness is infectious, spreading joy wherever he goes. Adopting Sasquatch means gaining a loyal friend, a brave protector, and a sweet soul who will bring endless joy to your life.THIS PET QUALIFIES FOR OUR SPONSORED BY SIMBA PROGRAM: Pets for Veterans: no adoption fee for any military veteran adopting a pet 1year and older.ANIMAL RESCUE CENTER19022 Shingle Point RdGeorgetown, DE 19947

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Shaggle

Schnauzer (Standard)

Female, 1 yr
Georgetown, DE
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(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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Meet Shaggle, a young soul bursting with sweetness, loyalty, and playfulness. Her spirit is infectious, her joy, undeniable. She is loyal, always staying by your side, offering comfort and companionship. She`s sweet, her tail wagging wildly whenever she senses your presence. Shaggle is the perfect companion for those seeking a playful and devoted friend. She`s ready to make your home her forever home, bringing joy and love into your life every day. Adopt Shaggle and embrace the beautiful journey of unconditional love and companionship she offers.THIS PET QUALIFIES FOR OUR SPONSORED BY SIMBA PROGRAM: Pets for Veterans: no adoption fee for any military veteran adopting a pet 1year and older.ANIMAL RESCUE CENTER19022 Shingle Point RdGeorgetown, DE 19947

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Joey

Beagle

Male, 3 yrs
Georgetown, DE
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(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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Marley

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 10 mos
Georgetown, DE
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(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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Milkshake

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Female, Young
New Castle, DE
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(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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Not good with dogs, Not good with cats,
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Milkshake will bring all your friends to your yard, all competing for this cutie pies attention and love! She is a sweet gal who is full of energy and ready to adventure, so if you're looking for a buddy for all of your best days ahead, come meet Milkshake!   Please consider, let your friends know about Milkshake, and most importantly SHARE their profile, so they can find their forever family!   If you're interested in offering Milkshake a forever home, please fill out an adoption application, or visit us during open hours, Tuesday-Friday from 12pm-7pm, and Saturday from noon-5pm. Applications are processed on a first come, best fit basis.  April 30, 2025, 2:37 pm

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Shelters & rescues in Delaware

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

Here are a few organizations closest to you:

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American Eskimo Rescue of Delaware

Wilmington, DE 19804

Pet Types: dogs

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Response-a-Bull Rescue

Wilmington, DE 19808

Pet Types: dogs

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Humane Animal Partners - Wilmington

701 A Street, Wilmington, DE 19801

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Senior Dog Haven & Hospice, Inc.

P.O. Box 1441, Wilmington, DE 19899

Pet Types: dogs

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Faithful Friends Animal Society

165 Airport Road, New Castle, DE 19720

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

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Brandywine Valley SPCA - New Castle

290 Churchmans Rd, New Castle, DE 19720

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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A Buddy For Life Inc.

New Castle, DE 19720

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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LnF Dog Rescue

New Castle, DE 19720

Pet Types: dogs

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Keeshond Rescue NorthEast

47 Notre Dame Ave., New Castle, DE 19720

Pet Types: dogs

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Delaware Puppy Rescue

Hockessin, DE 19707

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Popular dog breeds

Labrador Retriever Chihuahua Shih Tzu Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier Boston Terrier German Shepherd Dog Dachshund Boxer Beagle English Bulldog American Pit Bull Terrier Pug Pomeranian Maltese Poodle (Miniature) Corgi Golden Retriever Bichon Frise Australian Shepherd Border Collie
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
Yorkie Poo Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier