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Puppies and dogs in Temple, Texas

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Temple, Texas. 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 Violet's adoption status with email updates.
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Violet

Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier

Female, 2 yrs
Boyd, TX
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Violet, a 10 pound, 2-3 year old Yorkie girl being fostered in Southern Texas. Only Texas applicants will be considered. Miss Violet recently came to UYR with her 2 brothers, Theo and Nugget who were in an abusive home situation. Violet, who is about 3 years old, didnt have a lot of exposure to humans and the outside world. She is a very very sweet girl who takes time to warm up and then falls in love with you. With strangers it takes time to get to know you and then she barks at you next time she sees you. lol lol.She is starting to relax and now zooms around and plays with the puppy in her foster home. She is having fun being outside and greeting new strangers that walk by her yard with a bark that protects her new home. We are waiting to see if this little girl may have some babies of her own so we will have to get back to you on that one soon. Miss Violet will be a wonderful addition to a family who has patience and is willing to help her transition to a loving companion. She would thrive with a family where there are no children so she can slowly get used to her new space. If you would like more information on Miss Violet please email her foster at UYRtxbets@gmail.com
We'll also keep you updated on Shiloh's adoption status with email updates.
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Shiloh

Black Mouth Cur German Shepherd Dog

Female, Adult
Salado, TX
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,
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We'll also keep you updated on Fritz's adoption status with email updates.
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Fritz

Schnauzer (Giant)

Male, Young
Nolanville, TX
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
This sweet 3 year old giant schnauzer is looking for a new home. He is house trained and super friendly. He prefers baths outside and doesn’t mind being groomed or having his nails trimmed. He is a large lap dog who enjoys cuddles and sitting with you on the sofa. He doesn’t like to ride in the car and does have a bit of anxiety with all the recent changes. He is gentle, warm and just needs time get to know you. He enjoys attention from people and does great at the vet! His favorite hobby is rolling in the grass and his shots are up to date.
We'll also keep you updated on Baxter's adoption status with email updates.
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Baxter

American Bulldog Mixed Breed (Large)

Male, 6 yrs 6 mos
Killeen, TX
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
Hello....I am Baxter and I am so exited to introduce myself my whole body is wiggling. I absolutely LOVE to rump around with other dogs. I currently live with a tiny human and dogs of all sizes and my foster mom says she has no problems with me. Do you like to go running and hiking? If so I would love to go with you. I am very smart too and will learn command s really quick if you have something yummy in your hand (who doesn't love food?) If you would like to meet my handsome, goofy self please submit and adoption application for me at adoption.poundpupandfriends.org My adoption donation is $150 and for that I am up to date on all of my vaccines, neutered, microchipped, heartworm negative and current on heartworm and flea prevention. No out of state adopters accepted - Texas only. We apologize for the inconvenience.
We'll also keep you updated on Rosie's adoption status with email updates.
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Rosie

Boston Terrier Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Female, 6 yrs 3 mos
Killeen, TX
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
Hi, I'm Rosie. I'm a 1year old Boston mix that loves to run and explore around the yard. I'm sure you're wondering about my cleft but no worries I can eat and drink just fine. It gives me a super unique and cute look though. I love, love, love stuffed toys and antlers. I also LOVE to snuggle with my hoomans. I don't do so well with other females as I want to be the only Queen in the house but I play well with the gentlemen after proper introduction. I wasn't house or kennel trained when my rescue took me in and I came to my foster home but my foster mom worked hard on it with me and now I'm good if I'm let out regularly. My foster mom says I'm a joy to have around and I will make a great family member to the right family. If you're interested in meeting my cute self and make me part of your family please fill out an adoption application for me at adoption.poundpupandfriends.org. My adoption donation is $150 and for that I'm spayed, microchipped, up to date on my vaccines, heartworm. Negative and current on hw and flea prevention. I sure hope to meet my new furever family soon ❤ No out of state adopters accepted - Texas only. We apologize for the inconvenience.
We'll also keep you updated on Max's adoption status with email updates.
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Max

American Bulldog Plott Hound

Male, 6 yrs 4 mos
Killeen, TX
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
Meet Max... Max is a sweet guy who loves humans, small and big. He's good with most dogs as well. Max enjoys nothing more than being around his people and snuggle up but he's also ready to go for car rides or enjoy outdoor activities with his family. He is house and kennel trained. While Max is good with most dogs we recommend female dogs. Max only issue is that he is food aggressive with other dogs (not with people) so he has to get fed in his kennel or in another room. This is something that's easy to manage. Max was abandoned together with 6 other dogs in an apartment in deplorable conditions. He was there for 3 weeks when we heard about it and rescued him and the others. So we can't blame him that he does not want to share his food. Other than that he's an absolutely great dog. If you would like to make this cuddle bug a permanent member of your family please fill out our adoption application at adoption.poundpupandfriends.org

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Dog shelters and rescues in Temple, Texas

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City of Temple,TX Animal Shelter

620 Mama Dog Circle, Temple, TX 76504

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Pearl's Place

4011 Little River Rd, Temple, TX 76502

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Siberian Husky Rescue of Central Texas

4925 Camp Creek Road, Temple, TX 76501

Pet Types: dogs

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Bell County Animal Shelter

2509 S. Loop 121, Belton, TX 76513

Pet Types: cats, dogs, farm animals, small animals

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SPCA of Bell County

P.O.Box 1222, Temple, TX 76503

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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All Tails Matter Rescue - TX

706 Doss Lane, Moody, TX 76557

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, farm animals, rabbits, reptiles, small animals

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Pet Oasis Rescue

14950 FM 439, Nolanville, TX 76559

Pet Types: cats, dogs, farm animals

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Killeen Animal Control

3118 Commerce, Killeen, TX 76543

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Angel's Arms Animal Rescue

Killeen, TX 76543

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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