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Puppies and dogs in Bristol, Tennessee

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Bristol, Tennessee. To learn more about each adoptable dog, click on the "i" icon for fast facts, or their photo or name for full details.
We'll also keep you updated on Penny's adoption status with email updates.
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Penny

Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 3 yrs
Bristol, VA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Not good with cats,
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!!Adopt Me!! This little girls name is Penny! She is a timid little sweatheart, and loves walks! Adoption fee is $20, and she is welcome to go anywhere because she is already spayed! If youre interested give us a call at (276) 645-3714 to make an appointment! If we dont pick up, please leave a voicemail with your name and number and we will get back to you ASAP!! We are located at: 275 Shakesville Rd, Bristol VA 24201
We'll also keep you updated on Milo's adoption status with email updates.
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Milo

Border Collie

Male, Young
Bristol, VA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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!! Adopt Me !! This boys name is Milo! He is such a gentle boy, with a loving personality. He adores hugs and is a little shy! If you're looking for a calm, goofy, and beautiful dog, this is the boy for you! He loves toys. But is very skittish! Adoption fee is $20, and he needs to stay in Virginia due to a spay and neuter contract. If youre interested give us a call at (276) 645-3714 to make an appointment! If we dont pick up, please leave a voicemail with your name and number and we will get back to you ASAP!! We are located at: 275 Shakesville Rd, Bristol VA 24201
We'll also keep you updated on Buddie Bear's adoption status with email updates.
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Buddie Bear

Border Collie Husky

Male, Adult
Bristol, VA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained,
Story
✅😪😥𝙋𝙇𝙀𝘼𝙎𝙀, ✅ 𝘽𝙪𝙙𝙙𝙮'𝘀 𝙎𝙊 𝙇𝙊𝙉𝙀𝙇𝙔 𝘼𝙉𝘿 𝙉𝙀𝙀𝘿𝗦 𝙇𝙊𝙑𝙄𝙉𝙂 𝘼𝙉𝘿 𝘼𝙏𝙏𝙀𝙉𝙏𝙄𝙊𝙉!! 𝙋𝙇𝙀𝘼𝙎𝙀 𝙃𝙀𝙇𝙋!! ✅ ✅ ✅ 𝙐𝙧𝙜𝙚𝙣𝙩:* 😪😥 ✅ 𝙎𝙬𝙚𝙚𝙩 𝙎𝙤𝙪𝙡 𝙉𝙚𝙚𝙙 𝙖 𝙇𝙤𝙫𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙃𝙤𝙢𝙚 My name is Carol, and I am reaching out with a heavy but hopeful heart. My daughter had to move away and would not take her two dogs with her. Yes, I do have another one. Will post him later Instead, she chose to abandon them! 😥 Desperately Needs a Home Right now, his world is very small. He is living alone in a bedroom, and it breaks my heart to see him without a family to shower him with their affection. He deserves so much more, and I am determined to find them a safe, loving home where he can thrive. Let me introduce you to him Buddy-Bear: A stunning Border Collie mix (with a bit of Husky). He is as smart and wonderful as he looks. He has a gentle soul and all the love in the world to give. He loves to run and play. He's got a lot of life in him.
We'll also keep you updated on Basil's adoption status with email updates.
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Basil

Beagle Black Mouth Cur

Female, 3 yrs 6 mos
Bristol, TN
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Basil is a devoted velcro girl, always at your side, comes on a dime, loves to be part of whatever you’re doing!! She is a great size at 35 pounds, a beautiful red coat and curly tail. She plays fetch with a boing boing in her step and walks loose leash with ease, loves car rides! She will jump in the bathtub and is easy to give a bath to! her owner was hospitalized and unable to take care of her dogs anymore, resulting in Basil coming into Rescue. email irondawgs13@gmail.com for adoption application
We'll also keep you updated on Sven's adoption status with email updates.
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Sven

Anatolian Shepherd Leonberger

Male, 3 yrs
Bristol, TN
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,
Story
Sven is an incredibly handsome fella who was spared from death row on his final day at the shelter. He is THE most LOVING big hunk ever! Happy, exuberant, very sensitive, playful, gooberhead personality. Great with kids— we walked the mall with him after picking him up, and he was appropriate to kids of all sizes, allowing them to pet him. He is a lot of energy and needs an active home that will take him out on a regular basis and give him lots of exercise. He is great on a leash and loves to go on walks and car rides and hikes. He is House trained and crate trained, and has very good manners. At night, he likes to snuggle with you on the bed and hold onto your arm and bury his nose into your neck. He is an absolutely lovable load! He plays great with all the dogs in his foster home! He always carries a ball around outside hoping for another round of fetch! Fenced yard required. Cat testing available upon request. Contact Kristin via email at irondawgs13@gmail.com for adoption application.
We'll also keep you updated on Benji's adoption status with email updates.
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Benji

Staffordshire Bull Terrier French Bulldog

Male, 1 yr
Bristol, TN
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
He is a very sweet dog and loving. Gets along great with female dogs and submissive male dogs Loves to run and play doing zoomies around the yard. Also loves to play fetch with tennis balls. Fenced yard required.

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Dog shelters and rescues in Bristol, Tennessee

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

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Bristol Animal Care and Control

275 Shakesville Rd., Bristol, VA 24201

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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FOSTER ONE RESCUE

Bristol, TN 37620

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For the Love of Jack Animal Rescue - TN Chapter

Bristol, TN 37620

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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For Pete's Sake Rescue - Bristol Tennessee

P.O. Box 1982, Bristol, TN 37620

Pet Types: dogs

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Blackjack Animal Rescue

Bristol, TN 37620

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, farm animals

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Bristol Virginia Animal Control

603 Volunteer Parkway, Bristol, TN 37620

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Whispering Willows Rescue

Tri-Cities, TN 37620

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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TCGC Animal League

1025 Glendale Street, Bristol, TN 37620

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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High Hope Haven

Bristol, VA 24202

Pet Types: dogs

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