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Puppies and dogs in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. 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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B

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, Young
Langhorne, PA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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B is a male rescue and is roughly two years old. I saved him from a kill shelter in early Dec 2024. Unfortunately, the shelter that I record him from is pretty unorganized and does not offer any assistance with fostering/finding dogs new home because they are so overwhelmed with strays, etc. B is roughly 63 lbs (last vet visit) and ALL muscle. I cannot emphasize how great of a dog B is - I unfortunately never intended to keep him long term due to space, pregnancy (I’m currently pregnant with twins) and time. He gets along with my senior female pitbull without issues and I have witnessed no aggression with him around my 2 year old toddler. If things were different, I would keep him, but I unfortunately don’t have the time, energy or space at our home to keep him long term. I have nothing negative to say about B - just that he is on the younger side (roughly 2) and FULL of energy. Thank you for reading this far & I hope you fall in love with him like I have.
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Darla

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 4 yrs 4 mos
Bensalem, PA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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Meet Darla! As a staff favorite and Doll10 Dog, her adoption fee is sponsored and covered at 100%! She is a 3 year old 50 lb Pit Bull mix who is open to meeting children, but she must be the only pet in the home.-----------------------------------------------------------------If you are interested in adopting, please visit The Women`s Animal Center to fill out an application in person. We cannot accept any applications online or through email, and we cannot hold any specific animal for a potential adopter.You DO NOT need an appointment to walk through our shelter, so please stop by any time during our adoptions hours.You MUST follow the guidelines for our adoption process listed on our website (https://womensanimalcenter.org/our-animal-shelter/adoption-process-fees) to be able to meet and adopt one of our dogs.As long as the animal you are interested in still has an active photo on our website, they are still at the shelter and available!PA Kennel License #1516
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Stella

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 11 yrs 6 mos
Bensalem, PA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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Meet Stella! She is a 10 year old 55lb Pit Bull mix. She is looking for a home without other animals, and without small children.-----------------------------------------------------------------If you are interested in adopting, please visit The Women`s Animal Center to fill out an application in person. We cannot accept any applications online or through email, and we cannot hold any specific animal for a potential adopter.You DO NOT need an appointment to walk through our shelter, so please stop by any time during our adoptions hours.You MUST follow the guidelines for our adoption process listed on our website (https://womensanimalcenter.org/our-animal-shelter/adoption-process-fees) to be able to meet and adopt one of our dogs.As long as the animal you are interested in still has an active photo on our website, they are still at the shelter and available!PA Kennel License #1516
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Nicholas

Miniature Pinscher Dachshund

Male, 6 yrs 6 mos
Bensalem, PA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Sweet, funny doxie mix Nicholas is ready for his forever home where he can be the center of attention! He's fine with dogs but not a buddy for one. Enjoys meeting all people, loves his person, being close, cuddling. 5 years, 13 pounds, Nick had a small bout of IVDD, recovered quickly with rest, steroids. His walk is off a bit, but he walks, runs fast, is not hampered in living his little life at all. Nicholas enjoys squeaky toys, will carry them to you for play or squeak them by himself. He's a really wonderful best friend. Fostered near Philadelphia, PA. Adoption fee $275 www.longdogsrescue.org/application
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Sadie

Dachshund

Female, 5 yrs 2 mos
Bensalem, PA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Little lady Sadie is ready for her forever home after being rescued from a Louisiana hoarder house. We were told she is 2 years but think more like 4-5, 10 pounds.  Sadie is shy at first, needs time to feel comfortable; then a devoted best friend, who loves lap time, being close. She gets along with the other dogs, plays a little, cuddles; can be jealous of lap time with just a tiny growl. She also enjoys yard time. Sadie would love an owner who'd spend lots of time with her. She's a great best friend! Fostered near Philadelphia, PA. Adoption fee $375. www.longdogsrescue.org/application
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Minnie

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 7 yrs 4 mos
Bensalem, PA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
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Story
Meet Minnie! As a Doll10 Dog, her adoption fee is sponsored and covered at 100%! She is a 7 year old 50lb Pit Bull mix who is open to meeting children, but must be the only pet in the home.-----------------------------------------------------------------If you are interested in adopting, please visit The Women`s Animal Center to fill out an application in person. We cannot accept any applications online or through email, and we cannot hold any specific animal for a potential adopter.You DO NOT need an appointment to walk through our shelter, so please stop by any time during our adoptions hours.You MUST follow the guidelines for our adoption process listed on our website (https://womensanimalcenter.org/our-animal-shelter/adoption-process-fees) to be able to meet and adopt one of our dogs.As long as the animal you are interested in still has an active photo on our website, they are still at the shelter and available!PA Kennel License #1516

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Dog shelters and rescues in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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

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Big Little Life Animal Rescue PA

Philidelphia, PA 19019

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Wet Nose Rescue

14425 Bustleton Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19116

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German Shepherd Rescue of SE Pennsylvania

9012 Cargill Lane, Philadelphia, PA 19115

Pet Types: dogs

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Furry Tales International Rescue Team

Philadelphia, PA 19115

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Philadephia Greyhound Connection, Inc.

2210 Murray Street, Philadelphia, PA 19115

Pet Types: dogs

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Philly Pug & Short Nose Rescue, Inc.

P O Box 147, Huntingdon Valley, PA 19006

Pet Types: dogs

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National Greyhound Adoption Program

10901 Dutton Road, Philadelphia, PA 19154

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Lead the Way Home

Trevose, PA 19053

Pet Types: dogs

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Long Dogs and Friends Rescue

Bensalem, PA 19020

Pet Types: dogs

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