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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Nashville, Tennessee. 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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Kyra

Australian Shepherd

Female, 1 yr 1 mo
Nashville, TN
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Fostered in Murfreesboro, TN, meet Kyra (pronounced KEERA)! This little spitfire was born to do dog sports, so if you have experience in this area and are looking for your next partner, you’ve come to the right spot. She is about 1 year old and 38 lbs. Miss Kyra is extra high energy and high velcro and needs an adopter who understands how to work with dogs like this. Her foster grandma calls her “little miss Mighty Might” because she is so go-go-go! Kyra’s favorite games currently are frisbee and Chuck-It in the backyard. She would be great at disc, agility, lure coursing, or flyball (and probably any other sport). She does fine with her foster brother and other dogs, but is generally not interested in playing with dogs. She much prefers playing with her humans, which means a lot of dedicated time to her throughout the day. Kyra is quite barky, so places like apartments and townhomes are not likely to be a good fit. She is extra friendly with new women but takes a few minutes to warm up to men (treats and fetch will win her over in a jiffy, her foster dad is now her favorite person ever). Kyra is crate trained; she sleeps in her crate and stays in her crate when the humans are out of the house. She is housebroken as long as she has frequent trips outside otherwise she won’t be able to hold it. She prefers to ride in a crate for car rides; if that can be accommodated she’s a dynamite traveler. Has not been kid tested but her fosters feel she would be fine. Must have’s: experience with high energy herding dogs, large fenced yard preferred or experience training boundaries (she has been known to chase cars), dog sport experience preferred, extremely active lifestyle. If Kyra sounds like the pawfect fit for you, fill out an application ASAP. She is spayed, UTD on shots and ready to go home! Here is our application: https://www.australianshepherdsfurever.org/adoption-application There is an additional $20 microchip fee which include registration and transfer to her new furever family.

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Major

Black and Tan Coonhound

Male, Young
Antioch, TN
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet Major! Major is a lovable and energetic Black and Tan Coonhound, born on March 25, 2023. He is neutered, microchipped, and up-to-date on care. He absolutely loves car rides, playing hide and seek, outdoor activities, and running. He enjoys exploring new places and would thrive in a home with plenty of space and an active lifestyle. Major is great with kids and is also a loyal protector-he makes sure no strangers enter the house by barking until we calm him down. At the same time, he's a big cuddle bug and loves playing together. Unfortunately, due to my busy schedule and the fact that we're moving soon, I can no longer provide him with the time and attention he deserves. He needs a home where he will have companionship, playtime, and plenty of love. If you think you can give Major a great home, please reach out! He's an amazing companion who will bring love, fun, and security to your family.

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Taco

Mutt Mutt

Male, Young
Antioch, TN
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Hello my name is Taco !! I’m almost 2 with lots of love and energy, I was recently adopted from a shelter in Nashville however due to NO fault of my own ( because I’m amazing ) I’m on the hunt for a new family! My good buddy adopted me to fill a void of his puppy who had passed after 12 years however. Buddy has some special needs of his own and is unable to care for me properly. I’m a heeler mix so I down for anything!!!! I’m house trained love running and for the right treat I know a few tricks!! I’ve never met a cat so I can’t tell you my feelings on them. Had some litter mates at the shelter I enjoyed spending time with them! I’ve seen kids never got to play with them yet either ! I promise if you choose me and I choose you I’ll always bring the ball back and give the grossest kisses everytime I see you !!! Xoxo Taco !

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Nina

Boxer Collie

Female, Adult
Antioch, TN
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Very sweet female dog. Have had her for a few years. Owner diagnosed with a health problem that can no longer take care of her. Please give a home to this sweet dog.

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Billy&benny

Labrador Retriever

Male, Puppy
Hermitage, TN
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
We found these two pups dumped on a busy road close to our house . We didn’t drop them at the pound for fear they would be couped up so decided to foste them until they were adopted. For some reason it Is taking along time for people to notice them. So since we have had them now for months we have neutered them , vaccinated them , chipped them and taught them general manners , sit , wait , stay , paw , sometimes they even do roll over if I really spend the time. They are very very sweet dogs . They are also crate trained so happy in there if need be. They spend a lot of time out side in our yard , when they are inside they do not pee or poop in the house which is awesome . Billy ( black and tan one ) some time is cheeky and tries to steal food . benny( the black one just goes right to his bed and behaves beautifully. Benny is more timid and chill and Billy is more of a go getter , more excitable. We are moving to England so running out of time to get them matched.

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Billy

Labrador Retriever

Male, Young
Hermitage, TN
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Hi there . Many months ago we found two puppies just dumped on the side of the road , we took them in and let our surrounding adoption places know we had them and we were willing to foster them , I have tired a lot of things to get them a loving home and have come up blank. We are moving to England very soon and honestly we can’t afford to take them to England with us , we already have one older dog that we have to get to England and also on top of this we have 3 children under 4 and I am due to bring another one into the world early June . We are not the best dog parents for these two . They are such great dogs , kind and smart . They are probably a Labrador mix . We have had them both neutered and chipped and all the vaxes are up to date . Please help us regime them . We cannot continue to keep them here. I can’t walk them cos I am just too pregnant and my husband has to look after two toddlers and a baby whilst I work . We are not making excuses .

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Dog shelters and rescues in Nashville, Tennessee

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

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Wags & Walks - Nashville

Nashville, TN 37201

Pet Types: dogs

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Southern ROOTS Rescue Inc. - Nashville Chapter

Nashville, TN 37201

Pet Types: dogs

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God's Dogs Rescue of TX in TN Transport Stop

Nashville, TN 37213

Pet Types: dogs

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Nashville Schnauzer Rescue

Nashville, TN 37203

Pet Types: dogs

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SAFPAW

P. O. Box 23535, Nashville, TN 37202

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Crossroads Campus/Crossroads Pets

707 Monroe St, Nashville, TN 37208

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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ALIVE Rescue Memphis - Nashville Chapter

Nashville, TN 37208

Pet Types: dogs

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Tennessee Animal Rescue & Shelter - NASHVILLE Chapter

2748 Lawrenceburg Hwy, Nashville, TN 37228

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Yorkshire Terrier National Rescue, Inc.

Nationally Fostered, TN 37212

Pet Types: dogs

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Pittie in Pink

P.O.Box 60923, nashville, TN 37206

Pet Types: dogs

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Ibizan Hound Icelandic Sheepdog Irish Setter Irish Terrier Irish Water Spaniel Irish Wolfhound Italian Greyhound Italian Spinone Jack Russell Terrier Japanese Chin Jindo
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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
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