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 Sapphire has been listed since March 2026.
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Listed since March 2026Sapphire
Husky / Mixed (medium coat)
Washington, DC
Listed since March 2026Hufflepuff
Labrador Retriever / Terrier / Mixed (short coat)
Washington, DC
Listed since July 2026Fatima
Labrador Retriever / Retriever / Mixed (medium coat)
Washington, DC
3 dogs match your filters
Waiting 26 daysFatima
Labrador Retriever / Retriever / Mixed (medium coat)
Washington, DC
Waiting 130 daysHufflepuff
Labrador Retriever / Terrier / Mixed (short coat)
Washington, DC
Waiting 144 daysSapphire
Husky / Mixed (medium coat)
Washington, DC
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