Dogs for adoption in Washington, District of Columbia
276 dogs waiting near Washington
Adoptable dogs near Washington, District of Columbia. Filter by age, size, and household fit.
276 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 Kevin has been listed since March 2026.
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Listed since March 2026Kevin
Beagle / Mixed (short coat)
Washington, DC
Listed since May 2026Carl
Beagle / Shepherd / Mixed
Washington, DC
Listed since July 2026Dorothy
Beagle / Mixed (short coat)
Washington, DC
Listed since July 2026Blanche
Beagle / Mixed (short coat)
Washington, DC
4 dogs match your filters
Waiting 4 daysBlanche
Beagle / Mixed (short coat)
Washington, DC
Waiting 4 daysDorothy
Beagle / Mixed (short coat)
Washington, DC
Waiting 85 daysCarl
Beagle / Shepherd / Mixed
Washington, DC
Waiting 141 daysKevin
Beagle / Mixed (short coat)
Washington, DC
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