Emma
Maricopa County Animal Care & Control - West Valley Animal Care Center • Phoenix, AZ
Dogs for Adoption in Arizona
1,872 adoptable dogs listed by shelters and rescues in Arizona. Showing 1,471–1,500 of 1,872 below.
Every dog in Arizona deserves a forever home — from puppies taking their first steps to adult dogs who are calm, house-trained, and ready to bond right away. All listings shown here are real dogs currently available for adoption from shelters and rescues in Arizona. Availability changes daily, so confirm directly with the organization before making plans.
47 shelters and rescues in Arizona currently list dogs on Every Dog's Chance.
How adoption works in Arizona
Most Arizona listings come from rescue groups, concentrated around Phoenix, Mesa and Chandler. That shapes the experience: rather than dropping in during shelter hours, you will usually apply and then talk with the foster family who knows the dog. Municipal shelters list here too, with walk-in visits.
To move from a listing to a leash, open the profile and contact the organization that has the dog. An application or a conversation comes next, then a meet and greet, and an adoption fee set by the organization, which often covers spay or neuter and vaccinations. Since so many dogs are in the Phoenix area, many groups help arrange transport within the state. The organization on the dog's profile can share that dog's history, requirements and availability.
1,872 dogs in Arizona — page 50 of 63
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Peppercorn
Maricopa County Animal Care & Control - West Valley Animal Care Center • Phoenix, AZ
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Esmie
Maricopa County Animal Care & Control - West Valley Animal Care Center • Phoenix, AZ
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Millie Moon
Maricopa County Animal Care & Control - East Valley Animal Care Center • Mesa, AZ
Chuck
Maricopa County Animal Care & Control - West Valley Animal Care Center • Phoenix, AZ
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Tucker
MEET TUCKER!!! Tucker is a quiet, gentle, and laid-back pup with a sweet, sensitive personality. He can be timid at first, so he would appreciate a pa…
Underdog Rescue of Arizona, LLC • Chandler, AZ
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Toby
Maricopa County Animal Care & Control - East Valley Animal Care Center • Mesa, AZ
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Kilo
Maricopa County Animal Care & Control - East Valley Animal Care Center • Mesa, AZ
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Theo
Meet Theo! Theo is a sweet 8-month-old male Mastiff who came to us as part of a heartbreaking breeder dump at a California shelter. Theo and his sibli…
Canine Rescue Coalition • Goodyear, AZ
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Mango
MEET MANGO! Mango is a beautiful 2–3-year-old Mastiff mix with the sweetest personality. She is super loving, mellow, easygoing, and just an all-aroun…
Canine Rescue Coalition • Goodyear, AZ
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Mimi
Maricopa County Animal Care & Control - East Valley Animal Care Center • Mesa, AZ
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Vader
Meet Vader! This handsome 1year-old Cane Corso is exactly the kind of easygoing boy that makes a great first Corso. Vader lived in a home with several…
Canine Rescue Coalition • Goodyear, AZ
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Roman
MEET ROMAN Breed: Cane Corso Roman doesn't cry. Roman doesn't complain. Roman just... builds another muscle. This absolute unit of a boy has clearly b…
Canine Rescue Coalition • Goodyear, AZ
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Spot
My Name is Spot not sure why I was named that its a silly name but here we are. I am part of a ooops litter and have a brother coming into rescue when…
Canine Rescue Coalition • Goodyear, AZ
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Jackson
Maricopa County Animal Care & Control - West Valley Animal Care Center • Phoenix, AZ
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Milo
Maricopa County Animal Care & Control - East Valley Animal Care Center • Mesa, AZ
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Calzone
Calzone is a super sweet 4–5-month-old boy with a gentle, friendly, and mellow personality. He’s crate trained, learning to use the doggy door, and is…
Sunshine Dog Rescue • Cave Creek, AZ
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Poppy
Maricopa County Animal Care & Control - East Valley Animal Care Center • Mesa, AZ
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Julio
Maricopa County Animal Care & Control - East Valley Animal Care Center • Mesa, AZ
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Rembrandt
Maricopa County Animal Care & Control - West Valley Animal Care Center • Phoenix, AZ
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Kalifa
Maricopa County Animal Care & Control - West Valley Animal Care Center • Phoenix, AZ
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Jelly
MEET JELLY!!! Jelly was given her name because she is the sweetest puppy in the litter! She is gentle, loving, and incredibly smart. Jelly is very foo…
Underdog Rescue of Arizona, LLC • Chandler, AZ
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Butter
MEET BUTTER!!! Butter is a sweet, loving girl with ears as big as her personality! Her ears have changed about four times, but it looks like they may …
Underdog Rescue of Arizona, LLC • Chandler, AZ
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Peanut
MEET PEANUT!!! Peanut is the biggest puppy in his litter, and his big personality matches his size! With his huge paws, playful spirit, and adorable c…
Underdog Rescue of Arizona, LLC • Chandler, AZ
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Gunner
Maricopa County Animal Care & Control - East Valley Animal Care Center • Mesa, AZ
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Jimmy
Maricopa County Animal Care & Control - East Valley Animal Care Center • Mesa, AZ
John Wayne
Maricopa County Animal Care & Control - West Valley Animal Care Center • Phoenix, AZ
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Rusty #8
MEET RUSTY #8!!! Rusty is a sweet and gentle soul who loves attention and tummy rubs! While he's timid around new people, once he's comfortable, he'll…
Underdog Rescue of Arizona, LLC • Chandler, AZ
Ryder
Maricopa County Animal Care & Control - East Valley Animal Care Center • Mesa, AZ
Marzipan
Maricopa County Animal Care & Control - West Valley Animal Care Center • Phoenix, AZ
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Low-cost spay, neuter and vet care in Arizona
Programs that help Arizona adopters keep a dog healthy on a budget. Each page was checked on 2026-09-10; confirm current hours and eligibility with the organization.
- Spay / neuterAltered Tails Barnhart Clinic (opens in a new tab) — Nonprofit spay and neuter clinics in Phoenix and Mesa that also offer vaccinations and microchipping.
- Spay / neuterHumane Society of Southern Arizona Affordable Spay/Neuter (opens in a new tab) — Tucson shelter clinic offering affordable spay and neuter surgery with vaccinations by appointment.
- Low-cost vet careMaricopa County Low-Cost Veterinary Services (opens in a new tab) — County directory of affordable veterinary and spay and neuter clinics across the Phoenix metropolitan area.
- Spay / neuterAnimal Defense League of Arizona Spay Neuter Hotline (opens in a new tab) (statewide) — Referral hotline connecting Arizona pet owners with low cost spay and neuter options and community cat services.
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Adopting a dog in Arizona — FAQ
How do I adopt a dog in Arizona?
Open any dog's profile to see which shelter or rescue is caring for them in Arizona, then follow the adoption link or contact details to apply directly with that organization. Every Dog's Chance gathers listings in one place so they're easier to find — the adoption itself happens through the local shelter or rescue.
Are the dog listings in Arizona up to date?
Listings are refreshed regularly from participating shelters and rescues. Because dogs are adopted and new ones are added constantly, availability can change between updates — always confirm a specific dog is still available with the shelter or rescue before making plans.
How much does it cost to adopt a dog in Arizona?
Adoption fees vary by shelter and rescue. Many organizations include spay/neuter, vaccinations, and a health exam in their fee. Open any dog's profile and contact the organization directly for their current fee and what it covers.
Can I adopt a dog from another city in Arizona?
Yes. Most shelters and rescues in Arizona welcome adopters from anywhere in the state, and some can arrange transport for the right match. Open a dog's profile to see the organization's contact details and ask them how their process works.
Can I foster a dog in Arizona instead of adopting?
Many shelters and rescues in Arizona offer foster programs, sometimes with a foster-to-adopt path. Fostering gets a dog out of a kennel and into a calm home while they wait for their forever family. Ask the organization on any dog's profile whether fostering is available.
Are the dogs in Arizona good with children or other pets?
It depends on the individual dog more than anything else. Each dog's profile and the shelter or rescue caring for them can tell you about their history with kids, cats, and other dogs. Many organizations offer meet-and-greets to make sure the match is right for everyone.
