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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 Big Boy has been listed since November 2024.

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Big Boy, a Great Pyrenees / Shepherd (medium coat)Listed since November 2024
Big Boy
Great Pyrenees / Shepherd (medium coat)
Washington, DC
Ice, a Great Pyrenees / Golden Retriever / Mixed (medium coat)Listed since July 2026
Ice
Great Pyrenees / Golden Retriever / Mixed (medium coat)
Washington, DC

2 dogs match your filters

Ice, a Great Pyrenees / Golden Retriever / Mixed (medium coat)Waiting 3 days
Ice
Great Pyrenees / Golden Retriever / Mixed (medium coat)
Washington, DC
Big Boy, a Great Pyrenees / Shepherd (medium coat)Waiting 619 days
Big Boy
Great Pyrenees / Shepherd (medium coat)
Washington, DC

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