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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Rhode Island. 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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Scout

Hound (Unknown Type)/Labrador Retriever

Male, Puppy
Little Compton, RI
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website. &#226&#156&#168 Meet Scout! &#226&#156&#168 If ever there was a puppy born to brighten your day, this is him. Scout was found abandoned in a small makeshift cage and taken in by Animal Control — but behind those bars, he held onto a quiet strength all his own. He faced the unknown with a brave heart and a tail that never stopped wagging. The moment he knew he was safe, he blossomed into the joyful, loving boy you see today — and he’s ready to steal someone’s heart forever.   Scout is that perfect mix of playful and sweet: He loves to run, sniff, and discover new adventures — true to his name! He melts into your arms for cuddles when he’s tired of exploring. He’s good with other dogs and learning fast about the comforts of home life.   This little guy has survived a rough start, but he’s ready for his greatest adventure yet: finding a forever family who will cherish him as much as he will adore them.   If you’re ready for a lifetime of tail wags, puppy kisses, and a loyal sidekick for every backyard quest — Scout is the pup for you!!!  Thank you for checking out Scout. If you would like to find out more please email or call Diane at...diane@ulpr.org or 870-577-3744.   Please email us at  diane@ulpr.org  and request an application.Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.June 14, 2025, 4:46 am

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Willow

Dutch Shepherd

Female, 3 mos
Warren, RI
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
Story
Hello world. I hope you are ready for some of the cutest babies you have ever seen. Our names are Waylon (m), Wyatt (m), Willy (m), Winston (m), Winnie (f), and Willow (f). Willow is the sweetest, gentlest girl out of the litter. She loves being with her people. We were found on the side of the road in a ditch. Thankfully the severe rain storm had not started. Leaving the ditch babies relatively dry. Their momma was with them. Momma is staying with the foster and just a doll baby. Momma is a Dutch Shepherd mix. Today, they are ready for their very own furever home. It is estimated their birthday is 03/26/2025. Please request an application from alittlelonger2home@gmail.com. Once you receive the application, please fill out completely including your three references email addresses. References cannot be related to you. Willow Female Spayed Breed Dutch Shepherd mix Color yellow & black Age 13 weeks (As of 06/08/2025) Weight 10lbs Great with people, children, dogs/puppies, and cats/ kittens Adoption donations $475 Carlton Rescue- Operation Puppy Love 501c3 (Like us on Facebook)

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Max

Rottweiler

Male, 4 yrs
Cranston, RI
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, House-trained,
Story
Max is a great boy who just wants to be with people. He is gentle when taking treats from you and he absolutely loves going for long car rides. If you are looking for an affectionate couch potatoe then he is the boy for you

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Winnie

Dutch Shepherd

Female, 3 mos
Warren, RI
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
Story
Hello world. I hope you are ready for some of the cutest babies you have ever seen. Our names are Waylon (m), Wyatt (m), Willy (m), Winston (m), Winnie (f), and Willow (f). Winnie is a charater, she's always up for a game of chase, tackle, and roll. She loves being with her people. Anxious to please you. We were found on the side of the road in a ditch. Thankfully the severe rain storm had not started. Leaving the ditch babies relatively dry. Their momma was with them. Momma is staying with the foster and just a doll baby. Momma is a Dutch Shepherd mix. Today, they are ready for their very own furever home. It is estimated their birthday is 03/26/2025. Please request an application from alittlelonger2home@gmail.com. Once you receive the application, please fill out completely including your three references email addresses. References cannot be related to you. Winnie Female Spayed Breed Dutch Shepherd mix Color Brindle, Black, & white Age 13 weeks (As of 06/08/2025) Weight 10lbs Great with people, children, dogs/puppies, and cats/ kittens Adoption donations $495 Carlton Rescue- Operation Puppy Love 501c3 (Like us on Facebook)

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Winnie

Dutch Shepherd

Female, 3 mos
Warren, RI
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
Story
Hello world. I hope you are ready for some of the cutest babies you have ever seen. Our names are Waylon (m), Wyatt (m), Willy (m), Winston (m), Winnie (f), and Willow (f). Winnie is a charater, she's always up for a game of chase, tackle, and roll. She loves being with her people. Anxious to please you. We were found on the side of the road in a ditch. Thankfully the severe rain storm had not started. Leaving the ditch babies relatively dry. Their momma was with them. Momma is staying with the foster and just a doll baby. Momma is a Dutch Shepherd mix. Today, they are ready for their very own furever home. It is estimated their birthday is 03/26/2025. Please request an application from alittlelonger2home@gmail.com. Once you receive the application, please fill out completely including your three references email addresses. References cannot be related to you. Winnie Female Spayed Breed Dutch Shepherd mix Color Brindle, Black, & white Age 13 weeks (As of 06/08/2025) Weight 10lbs Great with people, children, dogs/puppies, and cats/ kittens Adoption donations $495 Carlton Rescue- Operation Puppy Love 501c3 (Like us on Facebook)

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Winnie

Dutch Shepherd

Female, 3 mos
Warren, RI
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
Story
Hello world. I hope you are ready for some of the cutest babies you have ever seen. Our names are Waylon (m), Wyatt (m), Willy (m), Winston (m), Winnie (f), and Willow (f). Winnie is a charater, she's always up for a game of chase, tackle, and roll. She loves being with her people. Anxious to please you. We were found on the side of the road in a ditch. Thankfully the severe rain storm had not started. Leaving the ditch babies relatively dry. Their momma was with them. Momma is staying with the foster and just a doll baby. Momma is a Dutch Shepherd mix. Today, they are ready for their very own furever home. It is estimated their birthday is 03/26/2025. Please request an application from alittlelonger2home@gmail.com. Once you receive the application, please fill out completely including your three references email addresses. References cannot be related to you. Winnie Female Spayed Breed Dutch Shepherd mix Color Brindle, Black, & white Age 13 weeks (As of 06/08/2025) Weight 10lbs Great with people, children, dogs/puppies, and cats/ kittens Adoption donations $495 Carlton Rescue- Operation Puppy Love 501c3 (Like us on Facebook)

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Shelters & rescues in Rhode Island

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

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Belinsky Animal Hospital

1177 Elmwood Avenue, Providence, RI 02907

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Burrillville Animal Control

131 Clear River Drive, Oakland, RI 02858

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Charlestown Animal Shelter

Sand Hill Road, Charlestown, RI 02813

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Coventry Animal Control

1075 Main St, Coventry, RI 02816

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Cranston Animal Shelter

920 Phenix Ave, Cranston, RI 02921

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Cumberland Animal Control

44 Martin St., Cumberland, RI 02864

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Exeter Animal Shelter

169 South County Trail, Exeter, RI 02822

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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North Smithfield Animal Control Center

Quaker Highway, North Smithfield, RI 02896

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Angel Acres Cocker Spaniel Rescue

Ashaway, RI 02804

Pet Types: dogs

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Pawtucket Animal Shelter

Pawtucket, RI 02860

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Affenpinscher Afghan Hound Airedale Terrier Akbash Akita Alaskan Klee Kai Alaskan Malamute American Bulldog American Cocker Spaniel American Eskimo Dog American Hairless Terrier American Pit Bull Terrier American Staffordshire Terrier Anatolian Shepherd Aussiedoodle Australian Cattle Dog Australian Kelpie Australian Shepherd Australian Terrier Basenji Basset Hound Beagle Bearded Collie Beauceron Bedlington Terrier Belgian Laekenois Belgian Malinois Belgian Shepherd Belgian Tervuren Bernedoodle Bernese Mountain Dog Bichon Frise Black Mouth Cur Black and Tan Coonhound Bloodhound Blue Lacy/Texas Lacy Bluetick Coonhound Bolognese Border Collie Border Terrier Borzoi Boston Terrier Bouvier des Flandres Boxer Boykin Spaniel Briard Brittany Brussels Griffon Bull Terrier Bullmastiff
Cairn Terrier Canaan Dog Cane Corso Cardigan Welsh Corgi Carolina Dog Catahoula Leopard Dog Caucasian Shepherd Dog Cavachon Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Cavapoo Chesapeake Bay Retriever Chihuahua Chinese Crested Chinook Chiweenie Chow Chow Clumber Spaniel Cockapoo Cocker Spaniel Collie Coonhound Corgi Coton de Tulear Curly-Coated Retriever Dachshund Dalmatian Dandie Dinmont Terrier Doberman Pinscher Dogo Argentino Dogue de Bordeaux Dutch Shepherd
English (Redtick) Coonhound English Bulldog English Cocker Spaniel English Setter English Shepherd English Springer Spaniel English Toy Spaniel Entlebucher Feist Field Spaniel Fila Brasileiro Finnish Lapphund Finnish Spitz Flat-Coated Retriever Fox Terrier (Smooth) Fox Terrier (Toy) Fox Terrier (Wirehaired) Foxhound French Bulldog
German Pinscher German Shepherd Dog German Shorthaired Pointer German Spitz German Wirehaired Pointer Glen of Imaal Terrier Goberian Golden Retriever Goldendoodle Gordon Setter Great Dane Great Pyrenees Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Greyhound Halden Hound (Haldenstrover) Harrier Havanese Horgi Hovawart Husky
Ibizan Hound Icelandic Sheepdog Irish Setter Irish Terrier Irish Water Spaniel Irish Wolfhound Italian Greyhound Italian Spinone Jack Russell Terrier Japanese Chin Jindo
Kai Dog Karelian Bear Dog Keeshond Kerry Blue Terrier Kishu Komondor Kuvasz Kyi Leo Labradoodle Labrador Retriever Lakeland Terrier Lancashire Heeler Leonberger Lhasa Apso Löwchen
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
Rat Terrier Redbone Coonhound Rhodesian Ridgeback Rottweiler Saluki Samoyed Schiller Hound Schipperke Schnauzer (Giant) Schnauzer (Miniature) Schnauzer (Standard) Schnoodle Scottie, Scottish Terrier Scottish Deerhound Sealyham Terrier Shar Pei Sheepadoodle Sheltie, Shetland Sheepdog Sheppit Shepsky Shiba Inu Shih Poo Shih Tzu Silky Terrier Skye Terrier Sloughi St. Bernard Staffordshire Bull Terrier Sussex Spaniel Swedish Vallhund
Texas Heeler Thai Ridgeback Tibetan Mastiff Tibetan Spaniel Tibetan Terrier Tosa Inu Treeing Walker Coonhound Vizsla
Weimaraner Welsh Springer Spaniel Welsh Terrier Westie, West Highland White Terrier Wheaten Terrier Whippet Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Xoloitzcuintle/Mexican Hairless
Yorkie Poo Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier