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Dogs Deserve Better

Dog rescue in Charlottesville, VA

Dogs Deserve Better is a 501c3 nonprofit organization dedicated to freeing the chained or penned dog and bringing our best friend into the home and family.

Our mission is to provide a better life for abused, neglected and abandoned canines; especially those which are chained or penned without human companionship. We strive to accomplish this through advocating for humane legislation; promoting spay and neuter; educating communities on animal welfare; and rescuing and finding loving inside homes for canines.

Contact —
Email adoptable@dogsdeservebetter.org
Phone (434) 264-6170
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Address
1155 Seminole Trail
#7961
Charlottesville, VA 22906
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1155 Seminole Trail

#7961

Charlottesville, VA 22906

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Adoptable pets at Dogs Deserve Better

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Scrappy

Shih Tzu/Mixed Breed (Small)

Male, 5 yrs 5 mos
Charlottesville, VA
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Dingo

Husky/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 2 yrs 4 mos
Charlottesville, VA
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Mr. Maple

Hound (Unknown Type)

Male, 2 yrs 9 mos
Charlottesville, VA
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Chubbs

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 1 yr 6 mos
Charlottesville, VA
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Cassie

Kai Dog

Female, 1 yr
Charlottesville, VA
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Timber

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 1 yr 6 mos
Charlottesville, VA
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Rescue FAQs

Charlottesville, Albemarle County, Nelson County, Augusta County

  • 1. Submit Application
  • 2. Meet the Pet
  • 3. Home Check
  • 4. Sign Adoption Contract

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https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/DDB/Dog

Adoption application

https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/DDB/Dog

https://dogsdeservebetter.networkforgood.com/projects/218853-support-ddb

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