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Puppies and dogs in New Jersey

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Adopt a dog in New Jersey

These adorable dogs are available for adoption in New Jersey. To learn more about each adoptable dog, click on the "i" icon for fast facts, or their photo or name for full details.

Snickers

Labrador Retriever

Male, Adult

Hammonton, NJ

Size

(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs,

Story

This fun loving guy is about 6 months old. He and his sister recently came to us from an over crowded shelter. They are very social, good with other pets and children

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Hansen

Great Pyrenees/Basset Hound

Male, Adult

Hammonton, NJ

Size

(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained,

Story

This cutie is about 1.5 years old and 52 lbs. He's a social guy that loves everyone he meets. He was adopted as a young pup but due to family difficulties they felt it best to rehome him. He is great with kids and other dogs and is housetrained. He has the most mild temperament. Loves to snuggle up next to you on the couch, he is pure love.

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Rusty

Pit Bull Terrier

Male, Young

Willingboro, NJ

Size

(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained,

Story

Rusty is about 3 years old and weighs 60 pounds. He has a very sad story to tell. Back in September of 2022, he and his best friend ended up in a terrible place. They call themselves a rescue but do not really find the dogs homes. He has been in a small room with minimal time outside for almost 2 years of his life... and he is only 3! Even more sadness to his story, someone came and adopted his friend and left him all alone. It has been about a year that he has been alone. Despite everything, he is the best boy!! He is so sweet and wants to please his people. He is strong and will pull some on a leash but is correctable with consistency. He knows the sit command and "crate" command to put himself to bed. He is great in the crate with no issues. He willingly jumps in the car for rides. He was super excited to get a toy to play with.. probably his first one in so long. He loves to listen to you talk to him and is so attentive. He will mainly ignore other dogs that he sees and go about his business. When he does have a direct interaction with another dog he seems a little unsure what to do, but with time we think he will make friends again. He is very behaved inside the house. He would benefit from a fenced yard to run around in when outside. If you would like to give this boy the life he deserves, apply at bcaaofnj.orgInterested in adopting this pet?Click here for BCAA's on-line Application! PLEASE NOTE: Our adoption fee helps to cover our expenses and includes all shots, *age appropriate*, distemper and rabies, fecal check, spay/neuter, heartworm test, grooming, and in many cases dental and also the fee we pay when we rescue from a shelter. November 21, 2024, 12:58 am

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Hugo

Poodle (Standard)/Standard Schnauzer

Male, Young

Willingboro, NJ

Size

(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,

Story

Hi! My name is Hugo and I am looking for a forever home. I was given up by my previous owner through no fault of my own ... unfortunately, he was older and had health issues and couldn't take care of me so made the difficult decision to rehome me. Lucky for me, BCAA heard about my plight and said they would help me ... yeah! I appear to be some type of doodle and best guess is poodle with schnauzer (a schnoodle!). I am just a little over a year old and even though I look bigger in my pics 'cause of my fluffy hair, I am just under 50lbs. I love everyone I meet although due to my young age, may be a little much for small kids and small dogs and cats 'cause I just want to be friends with everyone and sometimes my excitement gets the better of me. I have done really well in a home once I learned the schedule with only one accident; I love going for walks and am pretty good on leash (I may pull a little in my excitement of going on an adventure); and I love playing with my people as well as getting lots of snuggles and loving. I'm also really smart and love learning new things. My foster mom says I look super handsome in my pictures 'cause I had just gotten groomed. If you would like to meet me, please fill out an application which can be found at www.bcaaofnj.org.Interested in adopting this pet?Click here for BCAA's on-line Application! PLEASE NOTE: Our adoption fee helps to cover our expenses and includes all shots, *age appropriate*, distemper and rabies, fecal check, spay/neuter, heartworm test, grooming, and in many cases dental and also the fee we pay when we rescue from a shelter. November 21, 2024, 12:58 am

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Cole

Labrador Retriever

Male, Puppy

Willingboro, NJ

Size

(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs,

Story

Hi! My name is Cole and I am looking for a forever home. My previous owners fell on hard times and could not afford to take care of me so asked a small rescue to take me; they contacted BCAA to see if they could help me and they said yes! I am a solid black lab pup (thus my name Cole/coal, get it?! :) I am about 13wo old and already a little over 25lbs so I am expected to be a big boy once I'm full grown. My foster mom says I'm one of the smartest and calmest puppies she's ever had as I seem to listen to everything she tells me. I get along with all of the other puppies and dogs I have met and love getting attention from anyone willing to give it to me. I am a typical puppy in that I will need continued training and socialization to become the bestest dog when I'm full grown so if you would like to meet me, please fill out an application which can be found at www.bcaaofnj.org.Interested in adopting this pet?Click here for BCAA's on-line Application! PLEASE NOTE: Our adoption fee helps to cover our expenses and includes all shots, *age appropriate*, distemper and rabies, fecal check, spay/neuter, heartworm test, grooming, and in many cases dental and also the fee we pay when we rescue from a shelter. November 21, 2024, 12:58 am

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Moana - Brindle Beauty!

Retriever (Unknown Type)

Female, Young

Oakhurst, NJ

Size

(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,

Story

You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website. Moana is a beautiful girl who is looking for a home! Moana is with our partner rescue in Mississippi hoping to come to NJ. We offer a foster-to-adopt trial to approved adopters. Moana is described as a great dog! Her foster mom says she is friendly, playful, energetic and loves to play! She is learning with regards to housebreaking and she is almost crate trained. She is great with other dogs and kids too and also cat friendly. She is affectionate and will give kisses. Moana is fixed, microchipped and up to date on rabies, DHPP and Bordetella vaccines. She tested negative for heartworm. Her adoption fee will be $550. How to Adopt Me! If you are interested in learning more about me, and possibly making me part of your family, please go to wagoninn.rescuegroups.org . Click on the orange Online Adoption Application button to fill out an application. A Wag On Inn volunteer will be in touch soon! Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.November 20, 2024, 9:00 pm

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Shelters & rescues in New Jersey

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

Here are a few organizations closest to you:

Shelter

Sammy's Hope Inc

1400 Main St., Sayreville, NJ 08872

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Shelter

Devoted Lifetime Companions

P.O. Box 1174, Sayreville, NJ 08871

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Heaven Sent Animal Rescue NJ

310 S. Pine Ave, South Amboy, NJ 08879

Pet Types: dogs

Shelter

ChowDog Referral

South Amboy, NJ 08879

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Rescue Without Borders- East Brunswick NJ

East Brunswick, NJ 08816

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Hug A Puppy

East Brunswick, NJ 08816

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Animal Rescue Force

P.O. Box 418, East Brunswick, NJ 08816

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

JJC Animal Rescue

East Brunswick, NJ 08816

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Wiggle Pups Rescue

edison, NJ 08818

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Garden State German Shepherd Rescue

PO Box 495, Edison, NJ 08818

Pet Types: dogs

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Puppies and dogs in New Jersey

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Puppies and dogs in New Jersey

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in New Jersey. 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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Shelters & rescues in New Jersey

Looking for a specific shelter or rescue?

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Popular dog breeds

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