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 Sprite has been listed since August 2025.
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Listed since August 2025Sprite
Terrier / Labrador Retriever / Mixed (short coat)
Washington, DC
Listed since August 2025Jared
Labrador Retriever / Shepherd / Mixed (medium coat)
Washington, DC
Listed since November 2025Peter
Retriever / Hound / Mixed (short coat)
Washington, DC
Listed since July 2026Tobias
Labrador Retriever / Mixed (short coat)
Washington, DC
4 dogs match your filters
Waiting 30 daysTobias
Labrador Retriever / Mixed (short coat)
Washington, DC
Waiting 251 daysPeter
Retriever / Hound / Mixed (short coat)
Washington, DC
Waiting 355 daysJared
Labrador Retriever / Shepherd / Mixed (medium coat)
Washington, DC
Waiting 362 daysSprite
Terrier / Labrador Retriever / Mixed (short coat)
Washington, DC
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