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Dogs for adoption in Candler, North Carolina

37 dogs waiting near Candler

Adoptable dogs near Candler, North Carolina. Filter by age, size, and household fit.

37 dogs are listed in and around Candler right now, from 1 shelter or rescue across Buncombe County. 3 are listed as seniors. The nearest larger group is Clyde, about 15 miles away, with 23 waiting.

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Addie, a English Pointer / MixedListed since August 2025
Addie
English Pointer / Mixed
Candler, NC
Dice, a Terrier / MixedListed since March 2026
Dice
Terrier / Mixed
Candler, NC

2 dogs match your filters

Dice, a Terrier / MixedWaiting 146 days
Dice
Terrier / Mixed
Candler, NC
Addie, a English Pointer / MixedWaiting 350 days
Addie
English Pointer / Mixed
Candler, NC

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Dogs near Candler

Clyde (23)Burnsville (22)Rutherfordton (64)Murphy (7)Newton (20)Mooresville (39)

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