Adoptable Dog of the Week-Sugar
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Sugar, 7 years old Hound mix from Columbia, South Carolina. She is housetrained, spayed, microchipped and vaccinated.
Dog Rescue
Find out about Dog Rescue in your area, what you can do to help and learn about what others are doing to get dogs into a safe, healthy environment.For many dogs out there, adoption is the only option. Dog shelters are full of abandoned, lonely dogs who dream of having a family of their own. But, can you be sure that adopting a dog is the right choice for you? Petguide.com’s Dog Rescue blog covers important topics for all people looking to adopt a dog, whether it’s advice and help, or connecting owner-less dogs with loving parents through or our Adoptable Dog of the Week action.
It doesn’t matter if you are looking to adopt a specific dog breed or an adorable mutt, Petguide.com’s Dog Rescue guides on dog adoption will help you prepare for the process. Find out what are the requirements for dog adoption and which mistakes not to make when adopting a dog. If you’re worried about choosing a pup with your heart rather than with your head, read our emotional story on making the right choice.
Even if you’re not in a position to adopt a dog, there are numerous ways of helping dog shelters and rescues, both locally and globally. Learn more about how to help pups in need and their rescuers, whether it’s volunteering at the local shelter or making crafts. Read inspirational adoption stories, both from our contributors and Hollywood celebrities, and have a look at adorable pooches waiting at a shelter near you. Sometimes, the only thing you can do is spread the word, so feel free to share tales about adoptable dogs to your friends on social media. Who knows, you might turn out to be a purrfect matchmaker!
Being involved in Dog Rescue helps your community and dogs in need a forever home. Find out about Dog Rescue in your area, what you can do to help and learn about what others are doing to get dogs into a safe, healthy environment.
Adoptable Dog of the Week- Batman
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Batman, a 6 years old American Staffordshire Terrier and/or Pit Bull Terrier mix from Blacklick, Ohio.
Adoptable Dog of the Week- Lucca
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Lucca, a 2 years old Boxer mix from Scarborough, Maine. This handsome fella is neutered, vaccinated, and housetrained.
Adoptable Dog of the Week- Lola
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Lola, a 6 years old Miniature Pinscher from Nashville, Tennessee. This little lady has been spayed and vaccinated.
Adoptable Dog of the Week- Wilder
! Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Wilder, a 5 years old Husky from Boise, Idaho. He is neutered, weighs around 50 pounds and he's ready for a new home.
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Adopting an abused dog is no easy feat. If you think you're up for the challenge, be sure to read our 8 tips for welcoming an abused dog into your family.
Adoptable Dog of the Week - Mocha
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Mocha, a 5 year old Labradoodle from Atlanta, Georgia. She is spayed, up to date on her vaccines, and currently working on her housetraining.
Adoptable Dog of the Week- Lily
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Lily, a 4 to 5 years old English Bulldog from Indianapolis, Indiana. She spayed and vaccinated.
Adoptable Dog of the Week- Lilac
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Lilac, an almost 2 years old Pitbull mix from St. Paul, Minnesota. She is spayed, up to date on her vaccinations, potty trained, and crate trained.
Adoptable Dog of the Week- Mazie
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Mazie, a 2 years old shepherd and cattle dog mix from Saint Paul, Minnesota. She is spayed, vaccinated, and microchipped.
Adoptable Dog of the Week – Judge
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Judge, a 2 years old Labrador Retriever mix from Lincoln, Nebraska. He is neutered and up to date with his shots.
Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Nino
Meet Nino, our Adoptable Dog of the Week from Adoptapet.com. Nino is an adult male American Pitbull Terrier from Roanoke, VA. He is already neutered, housetr…
Adoptable Dog of the Week- Kai
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Kai, a 2 years old white German Shepherd from Montgomery, Alabama. She needs a furever home with a loving family!
Adoptable Dog of the Week- Max
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Max, a 5 years old Shepherd mix from Oakville, Washington. He is neutered, current on his vaccinations, and housetrained.
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You've heard the myths surrounding rescue dogs, and they may have prevented you from adopting one. We're here to clear up some of the popular misconceptions
Adoptable Dog of the Week- Frankie
Sweet, fun, and as charming as they come, this cutie patootie would love to join your family! Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Frankie, a 2.5 years old Ameri…
Adoptable Dog of the Week – Berkley
Meet Berkley, our Adoptable Dog of the Week from Adoptapet.com. This little fellow is a Rat Terrier mix that lives in New Milford, CT and can’t wait to…
Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Wicket
Who can resist that adorable underbite? But that’s not the only think that makes Wicket, our Adoptable Dog of the Week from Adoptapet.com, so special.…
Adoptable Dog of the Week – River
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is River, a 5 year old Miniature Schnauzer mix from Bloomington, Illinois. She has been spayed, microchipped, and vaccinated.
Adoptable Dog of the Week - Willow
Don’t let her wild looks fool you – this girl is as sweet as they come! Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Willow, a little under 2 years old Siberian Husky and Alaskan Malamute mix from Boise, Idaho.
Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Marie
We’re in Puppy Love with Marie, this week’s Adoptable Dog of the Week from Adoptapet.com. She’s just a puppy, but expect her to grow &ndash…
Adoptable Dog of the Week – Kenai
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Kenai, a 3 years old German Shepherd from Lake Odessa, Michigan. He is neutered, microchipped, and vaccinated.
Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Dirk
Dirk, our Adoptable Dog of the Week, doesn't let being deaf ruin his good time! Dirk is a male Jack Russell and Pointer mix living in Salt Lake City, Utah.
Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Honey
Just as sweet as her name, Honey is our Adoptable Dog of the Week. A purebred White German Shepherd, she's a 10 year old from Hookset, New Hampshire.
Adoptable Dog of the Week-Jai
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Jai, a 5 years old Australian Shepherd from Dodson, Montana. He is neutered, up to date on his shots, and housetrained.
Adoptable Dog of the Week- Spirit
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Spirit, 7 to 8 years old Siberian Husky mix from Columbia, Missouri. He is housetrained, vaccinated, and neutered.
Adoptable Dog of the Week- Kona
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Kona, a 2 year old Cockapoo from Dover, Massachusetts. HE weighs only 25 pounds and he's already neutered and housetrained.
Adoptable Dog of the Week-Athena
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Athena, a 3 years old Hound mix from Tampa, Florida. She is spayed, current on her shots and housetrained.
Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Louise
Prepare to fall in love with Louise, our Adoptable Dog of the Week. Louise is an adult Labrador Retriever Mix from Providence, RI. She is already spayed and…
Adoptable Dog of the Week – Karma
You're always guaranteed good Karma with our Adoptable Dog of the Week. She's a two-year-old German Shepherd Dog mix from Salt Lake City, Utah.
Adoptable Dog of the Week – Scooter
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Scooter, a 6 years old Maltese mix from Sioux Falls, South Dakota. He is neutered and up to date on his shots.
Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Gracie
Gracie, our Adoptable Dog of the Week, is as sweet as they come. This 5-year-old female purebred Rottweiler from Huxley, Iowa loves everyone she meets.
Adoptable Dog of the Week- Aurora
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Adoptable Dog of the Week- Blake
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Blake, a 6 years old Beagle mix from Anderson, Indianapolis. This pretty pooch is neutered, vaccinated, and fully trained.
Adoptable Dog of the Week – Sammy
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Sammy, a little over 1.5 years old Australian Shepherd, Bull Mastiff, and Great Pyrenees mix from Olathe, Kansas.
Adoptable Dog of the Week – Brownie
Brownie is our Adoptable Dog of the Week. An adult female German Wirehaired Pointer Mix, she's waiting for her forever home in Dodson, Montana.
Adoptable Dog of the Week- Shadow
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Shadow, an 8 years old Husky from Hailey, Idaho. This handsome fella is neutered, vaccinated and microchipped.
Adoptable Dog of the Week- Misty
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Misty, a 3 years old Labrador Retriever and Standard Poodle mix (Labradoodle) from Hastings, Minnesota.
Adoptable Dog of the Week- Oats
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Oats, a 3 to 4 years old Labrador Retriever mix from Atlanta, Georgia. He is neutered, vaccinated and ready for adoption!
Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Gretchen
We bet you've never seen a mix like this before! Adoptable dog Gretchen is a Affenpinscher/Pekingese Mix, which explains her gorgeous black and silver coat.
Adoptable Dog of the Week – Dash
Dash, our Adoptable Dog of the Week, would be a perfect fit for an active family. He's an adult Australian Shepherd and Siberian Husky mix from Sawyer, ND.
Adoptable Dog of the Week- Princess
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Princess, a year old Cocker Spaniel and Shih Tzu mix from East Hartford, Connecticut. Princess is spayed and vaccinated.
Adoptable Dog of the Week- Echo
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Echo, a 4 years old Siberian Husky and Border Collie mix from Cedar Crest, New Mexico. He is neutered and house trained.
Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Rosa
You’ll fall in love with Rosa, our Adoptable Dog of the Week. Rosa is a blind adult Rat Terrier from Atlanta, GA. She is already spayed, housetrained,…
Adoptable Dog of the Week – Davina
What a sweetie! Davina is a young Catahoula Leopard Dog and Labrador Retriever mix waiting for her forever home in Middletown, Delaware.
Adoptable Dog of the Week – Macon
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Macon, a 2 years old Border Collie and Labrador Retriever mix from Raleigh, North Carolina.
Heart And Soul: The Joy Of Adopting A Dog
Author Amy Newmark shares personal experiences about how adoptable dogs enrich our souls immeasurably Marya Morin went right to the local shelter to get her…
Adoptable Dog of the Week – Panda
What's white and black and adorable all over? Panda, our Adoptable Dog of the Week! She's a 5-year-old Blue Heeler from Manchester, New Hampshire.
Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Tyson
You have to wonder how can you pack so much cute into a small package. We don’t know how, but Tyson, our Adoptable Dog of the Week, is proof that you c…
Adoptable Dog of the Week – Ivory
A vision in white, Ivory, our Adoptable Dog of the Week, is an angel! Living in Hooksett, New Hampshire, this 4-year-old White German Shepherd has so much lo…
Adoptable Dog of the Week – Jasmine
Meet Jasmine, our sweet smelling Adoptable Dog of the Week. She's an adult Corgi and Terrier mix from Auburn, Washington.
Adoptable Dog of the Week-Mac
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Mac, a 5 yo handsome mutt from Stratham, New Hampshire. This big fella is neutered and vaccinated and ready for a new home.
Adoptable Dog of the Week- Obi
This gorgeous chocolate Lab mix from Kansas is the ideal pet for families! He gets along with cats, dogs, and young kids, and has the sweetest personality.
Adoptable Dog of the Week – Mr. Big
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Mr. Big, a year old Labrador Retriever mix from Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. He is neutered, vaccinated, and housetrained.
Adoptable Dog of the Week – Balto
Meet Balto, our Adoptable Dog of the Week. He's an adult Siberian Husky and Alaskan Malamute mix from Hastings, Nebraska.
Adoptable Dog of the Week-Lacey Jane
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Lacey Jane, a one year old Collie from Dublin, Ohio. She is spayed, vaccinated, and microchipped.
Adoptable Dog Of The Week – Barrels
We’d like to introduce you to Barrels, our Adoptable Dog of the Week from Adoptapet.com. Barrels is a adult male Pitbull from Austin, TX. He is already…
Adoptable Dog of the Week – Inspector Gadget
We're on the case of finding Inspector Gadget a new home! Inspector Gadget is an adult male Terrier mix from Shelbyville, Kentucky.
Adoptable Dog of the Week – Greta-Tzu
When you're this cute, you need a hyphenated name! Meet Greta-Tzu, our Adoptable Dog of the Week. She's a 6-year-old Shih Tzu from Holland, Michigan.
Adoptable Dog of the Week – Rickey
Our Adoptable Dog of the Week is Rickey, a one year old Beagle and Chihuahua mix (a Cheagle, if you prefer), from Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. This ginger beauty is neutered, up to date on his shots, microchipped, and current on heartworm, flea, and tick preventatives.