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Puppies and dogs in Maryland

Looking for a puppy or dog in Maryland? 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 Maryland. 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 Bud Powell (11wk PUPPY)'s adoption status with email updates.
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Bud Powell (11wk PUPPY)

German Shepherd Dog

Male, 3 mos
Hagerstown, MD
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
Story
IDGSR Welcomes BUD POWELL into the safety of the rescue!! THIS DOG IS FOSTERED IN TENNESSEE & AVAILABLE FOR TRANSPORT ************** Hiya Friends! My name is Bud Powell and I'm a handsome 11-week old female German Shepherd puppy. I am located near Nashville TN and will be available for transport on 6/20/25. Quick Facts: Age - 11-weeks old Kids - great with kids Dogs - great with all dogs Cats - will do great with cats Training - needs full range of obedience training 1. I am one of the "Jazz Puppies", my siblings & I all have jazz singer names! You can check out all of us on the IDGSR website. 2. My start to life was pretty bad. I was born in a nasty outside pen with little to no interaction. A backyard breeder was using my mom to make money and we are her last litter. Thankfully IDGSR rescued us and promised to find us good homes! 3. Since I'm just a baby, I'll get along with anyone! Kids, cats, dogs, horses, chickens, you name it! 4. I am not house or kennel trained YET but I am very smart and with patience, treats, and a consistent routine, I'll pick it up in no time. 5. I have big dreams of being a baseball player when I grow up! To help me achieve these dreams will you paw-promise to train me? 6. If you are ready to commit to 10-12+ years of love, loyalty, fun, affection, and laughs, you should adopt me! **SERIOUS APPLICANTS ONLY! If you are not 100% ready to adopt, please wait** ************** ***IMPORTANT ADOPTION INFORMATION*** -ALL dogs are fostered in TENNESSEE unless otherwise noted -We do transport dogs to the east coast; a transport fee will apply -All dogs are up-to-date on vaccinations, heart-worm testing, monthly preventatives, & are spayed or neutered -Puppies under 6-months of age will require a SPAY/NEUTER CONTRACT, a portion of the adoption fee will be refunded upon documentation of the spay/neuter -An application must be submitted before scheduling an appointment to meet a dog -Dogs are introduced to prospective adopters BY APPOINTMENT ONLY -Due to the high volume of emails we receive, first priority will be given to those with submitted applications -All rescue work is done by dedicated volunteers, please be respectful of their time -Not able to adopt? Consider FOSTERING one of our wonderful dogs! Adoption Application: https://www.idgsr.org/apply-to-adopt NOTE: Please remain on the application page until you receive notice your application has gone through. Thank you for considering adopting this wonderful dog! Donations help us care for all of the dogs in our program. Any donation is greatly appreciated and can be made here: https://www.idgsr.org/support-us
We'll also keep you updated on *TOBASCO's adoption status with email updates.
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*TOBASCO

Miniature Pinscher

Male, 3 yrs
Upper Marlboro, MD
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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We'll also keep you updated on *SILAS's adoption status with email updates.
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*SILAS

Labrador Retriever/Golden Retriever

Male, 1 yr
Upper Marlboro, MD
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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We'll also keep you updated on JACKY's adoption status with email updates.
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JACKY

Husky

Female, 2 yrs
Upper Marlboro, MD
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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We'll also keep you updated on BANDIDO's adoption status with email updates.
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BANDIDO

Husky

Male, 3 yrs 11 mos
Upper Marlboro, MD
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
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We'll also keep you updated on Norah Jones (11wk PUPPY)'s adoption status with email updates.
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Norah Jones (11wk PUPPY)

German Shepherd Dog

Female, 3 mos
Hagerstown, MD
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
Story
IDGSR Welcomes NORAH JONES into the safety of the rescue!! THIS DOG IS FOSTERED IN TENNESSEE & AVAILABLE FOR TRANSPORT ************** Hiya Friends! My name is Norah Jones and I'm a precious 11-week old female German Shepherd puppy. I am located near Nashville TN and will be available for transport on 6/20/25. Quick Facts: Age - 11-weeks old Kids - great with kids Dogs - great with all dogs Cats - will do great with cats Training - needs full range of obedience training 1. I am one of the "Jazz Puppies", my siblings & I all have jazz singer names! You can check out all of us on the IDGSR website. 2. My start to life was pretty bad. I was born in a nasty outside pen with little to no interaction. A backyard breeder was using my mom to make money and we are her last litter. Thankfully IDGSR rescued us and promised to find us good homes! 3. Since I'm just a baby, I'll get along with anyone! Kids, cats, dogs, horses, chickens, you name it! 4. I am not house or kennel trained YET but I am very smart and with patience, treats, and a consistent routine, I'll pick it up in no time. 5. I have big dreams of being am movie star when I'm bigger. To help me achieve these dreams will you paw-promise to train me? 6. If you are ready to commit to 10-12+ years of love, loyalty, fun, affection, and laughs, you should adopt me! **SERIOUS APPLICANTS ONLY! If you are not 100% ready to adopt, please wait** ************** ***IMPORTANT ADOPTION INFORMATION*** -ALL dogs are fostered in TENNESSEE unless otherwise noted -We do transport dogs to the east coast; a transport fee will apply -All dogs are up-to-date on vaccinations, heart-worm testing, monthly preventatives, & are spayed or neutered -Puppies under 6-months of age will require a SPAY/NEUTER CONTRACT, a portion of the adoption fee will be refunded upon documentation of the spay/neuter -An application must be submitted before scheduling an appointment to meet a dog -Dogs are introduced to prospective adopters BY APPOINTMENT ONLY -Due to the high volume of emails we receive, first priority will be given to those with submitted applications -All rescue work is done by dedicated volunteers, please be respectful of their time -Not able to adopt? Consider FOSTERING one of our wonderful dogs! Adoption Application: https://www.idgsr.org/apply-to-adopt NOTE: Please remain on the application page until you receive notice your application has gone through. Thank you for considering adopting this wonderful dog! Donations help us care for all of the dogs in our program. Any donation is greatly appreciated and can be made here: https://www.idgsr.org/support-us

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Shelters & rescues in Maryland

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

Here are a few organizations closest to you:

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Roxie's Fund, Inc*

Silver Spring, MD 20902

Pet Types: birds, dogs, reptiles

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EBBRR (Ethical Bull Breed Rescue and Referral)

P.O. Box 8858, Baltimore, MD 21224

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The Fallston Animal Rescue Movement Inc.

43 N Bond St, Belair, MD 21014

Pet Types: dogs

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Companion Animal Rescue Alliance (CARA)

3351 Corridor Market Place, Suite 400-90, Laurel, MD 20724

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Mid-Atlantic Great Dane Rescue, Maryland, DC Chapter (4)

PO Box 285, Hanover, MD 21076

Pet Types: dogs

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Ratbone Rescues (MD Chapter)

Glen Burnie, MD 21060

Pet Types: dogs

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American Lhasa Apso Club Rescue - Northwest Region

P.O. Box 83298, Gaithersburg, MD 20883

Pet Types: dogs

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Animal Rescue Incorporated

P.O. Box 35, Maryland Line, MD 21105

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Association for Animal Rights Inc.

67 Main St, Reisterstown, MD 21136

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Baltimore County Animal Control

13800 Manor Road, Baldwin, MD 21013

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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