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Dogs for adoption in Washington, District of Columbia

275 dogs waiting near Washington

Adoptable dogs near Washington, District of Columbia. Filter by age, size, and household fit.

275 dogs are listed in and around Washington right now, from 1 shelter or rescue across District of Columbia County. 5 are listed as seniors. The newest was listed today, and Edward has been listed since July 2026.

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Edward, a Labrador Retriever / Terrier / Mixed (medium coat)Listed since July 2026
Edward
Labrador Retriever / Terrier / Mixed (medium coat)
Washington, DC
Fatima, a Labrador Retriever / Retriever / Mixed (medium coat)Listed since July 2026
Fatima
Labrador Retriever / Retriever / Mixed (medium coat)
Washington, DC
Holly, a Labrador Retriever / Retriever / Mixed (short coat)Listed since July 2026
Holly
Labrador Retriever / Retriever / Mixed (short coat)
Washington, DC

3 dogs match your filters

Holly, a Labrador Retriever / Retriever / Mixed (short coat)Waiting 4 days
Holly
Labrador Retriever / Retriever / Mixed (short coat)
Washington, DC
Fatima, a Labrador Retriever / Retriever / Mixed (medium coat)Waiting 26 days
Fatima
Labrador Retriever / Retriever / Mixed (medium coat)
Washington, DC
Edward, a Labrador Retriever / Terrier / Mixed (medium coat)Waiting 26 days
Edward
Labrador Retriever / Terrier / Mixed (medium coat)
Washington, DC

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