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 Lion has been listed since June 2026.
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Listed since June 2026Lion
Shih Tzu / Mixed (long coat)
Washington, DC
Listed since July 2026Brett
Shih Tzu / Mixed (long coat)
Washington, DC
Listed since July 2026Poet
Shih Tzu / Mixed
Washington, DC
Listed since July 2026Pooh
Shih Tzu / Mixed
Washington, DC
6 dogs match your filters
Waiting 3 daysMouse
Shih Tzu / Mixed (long coat)
Washington, DC
Waiting 3 daysMickey
Shih Tzu / Mixed (long coat)
Washington, DC
Waiting 3 daysPooh
Shih Tzu / Mixed
Washington, DC
Waiting 3 daysPoet
Shih Tzu / Mixed
Washington, DC
Waiting 15 daysBrett
Shih Tzu / Mixed (long coat)
Washington, DC
Waiting 36 daysLion
Shih Tzu / Mixed (long coat)
Washington, DC
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