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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.

Darla

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 4 yrs 2 mos

Bensalem, PA

Size

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

Details

Story

Meet Darla! She is a 3 year old 50 lb Pit Bull mix. She 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 4 mos

Bensalem, PA

Size

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

Details

Story

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 4 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

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 2 mos

Bensalem, PA

Size

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

Details

Story

Meet Minnie! She is a 7 year old 50lb Pit Bull mix! She would do best as the only pet in the home, but is open to meeting 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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ElleMae

Dachshund

Female, 1 yr 4 mos

Bensalem, PA

Size

(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less

Details

Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Youngster ElleMae is looking for her forever home at 1 year, 13 pounds! She's a mostly red piebald beauty like her mama (15 lbs.), who was a breeder release to rescue. Elle is shy with strangers, barks at new dogs. She does warm up quickly. Elle 'is quite an energetic girl, who plays most of every day. She loves the other dogs in her foster home, must have a small, energetic, playful doggie friend close to her size in her forever home -- perhaps her foster buddy Noah -- and a fenced yard. ElleMae enjoys lap time, cuddling close, being with her people. Fostered near Philadelphia, PA. Adoption fee $550. www.longdogsrescue.org/application

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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.

Here are a few organizations closest to you:

Rescue

Big Little Life Animal Rescue PA

Philidelphia, PA 19019

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

The Princess Buttercup Foundation - PA Chapter

Philadelphia, PA 19019

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Wet Nose Rescue

14425 Bustleton Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19116

Pet Types: dogs

Shelter

German Shepherd Rescue of SE Pennsylvania

9012 Cargill Lane, Philadelphia, PA 19115

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Philadephia Greyhound Connection, Inc.

2210 Murray Street, Philadelphia, PA 19115

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Furry Tales International Rescue Team

Philadelphia, PA 19115

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Philly Pug & Short Nose Rescue, Inc.

P O Box 147, Huntingdon Valley, PA 19006

Pet Types: dogs

Shelter

National Greyhound Adoption Program

10901 Dutton Road, Philadelphia, PA 19154

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Lead the Way Home

Trevose, PA 19053

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Lucky You! Animal Rescue

Bensalem, PA 19020

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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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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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.

Search for a puppy or dog

Puppies and dogs in nearby cities

Dog shelters and rescues in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Looking for a specific shelter or rescue?

Looking for a specific breed?

Popular dog breeds

Popular dog breeds