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Puppies and dogs in South Dakota

Looking for a puppy or dog in South Dakota? Adopt a Pet can help you find a new best friend near you.

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in South Dakota. 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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Bud

Mastiff

Male, 3 yrs 2 mos
Yankton, SD
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, House-trained,
Story
Hello, love. I am Bud. I was born on Valentine’s day and oh boy am I a lover boy. I am quite large, but do not let that scare you. I am the most gentle and calm boy…like in the whole history of ever. If your heart is telling you I am the most perfect package, trust your heart! I am! I came from a very loving home and am looking for a fresh new chapter with humans deserving of my sweetness. Come meet me and you will surely be struck by a cupid's arrow.

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Lacey

Collie

Female, 10 yrs
Yankton, SD
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
House-trained,
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Abby

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 1 yr 6 mos
Yankton, SD
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(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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House-trained,
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Braxis

Catahoula Leopard Dog

Male, 4 yrs 2 mos
Yankton, SD
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(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, House-trained,
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Aries

Catahoula Leopard Dog

Male, 4 yrs 2 mos
Yankton, SD
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, House-trained,
Story
Hey there! I’m Aries, a handsome boy with a big heart and even bigger energy. I came to Heartland Humane Society with my brother Braxis after our loving humans could no longer care for us. Now, I’m on the hunt for my forever home—and I can't wait to find a family to call my own! If you’re looking for a dog who’s always up for a ride in the car, a romp in the yard, or a game of fetch, I’m your guy. I’m friendly, playful, and happiest when I’m hanging out with my humans. A big backyard where I can stretch my legs would be a dream come true! So what do you say—ready to meet your new best friend? Give Heartland a call and set up a time to come meet me. I’m all pawsitive vibes and tail wags, and I can’t wait to show you just how awesome I am!

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Kia

Siberian Husky

Female, 3 yrs 10 mos
Yankton, SD
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained,
Story
Hello, I’m a happy girl looking for plenty of space to roam! I have gone through the training program with the shelter and I’m smart just like my breed says! I have lived with other dogs in the past but I would also love to be the center of all your attention, whatever works best for you! I am pretty independent and I know my way through a doggy door. Or, if you have the set up where I can spend lots of time outside, I’d be content snoozing in the sun while you’re away at work. However, when you get home, your lap is going to be a good place! If you need a pretty girl with the Husky vocal cords, let's meet!

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Shelters & rescues in South Dakota

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

Here are a few organizations closest to you:

Shelter

Aberdeen Area Humane Society

2511 385th Ave S, Aberdeen, SD 57402

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits

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Glacial Lakes Humane Society and Shelter

1305 6th Ave N.W., P.O. Box 1701 , Watertown, SD 57201

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Sarah's Treasures Rescue

708 9th Ave SE #170, Watertown, SD 57201

Pet Types: dogs

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Beadle County Humane Society

5063 Dakota Avenue, South Huron, SD 57350

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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For a comprehensive list of all shelters and rescues, try our search page. We have more than 17,000 organizations in our database with furry pals waiting for a new home!

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Select from the options below to view adoptable puppies and dogs in South Dakota

Popular dog breeds

American Pit Bull Terrier Labrador Retriever Dachshund Maltese Shih Tzu Australian Shepherd German Shepherd Dog Pomeranian Chihuahua Border Collie Australian Cattle Dog Corgi Golden Retriever Boxer Poodle (Miniature) Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier Husky Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Beagle American Bulldog
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