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Dogs for Adoption in Arizona

1,872 adoptable dogs listed by shelters and rescues in Arizona. Showing 151–180 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.

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Photo of Bennett, adoptable Yorkshire Terrier Yorkie in Cave Creek, Arizona

Bennett

Yorkshire Terrier Yorkie • Male • Small • Young

Bennett (Benny) is an adorable 2-3 year old yorkie/maltese mix who weighs in at just under 9 lbs . This sweet little boy is happiest when he is close …

Sunshine Dog Rescue • Cave Creek, AZ

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Photo of Lucie, adoptable Havanese in Cave Creek, Arizona

Lucie

Havanese • Female • Small • Baby

Lucie is a happy, sweet 5–6-month-old girl who weighs about 15 pounds. She absolutely loves people and has been wonderful with dogs of all sizes. She’…

Sunshine Dog Rescue • Cave Creek, AZ

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Photo of Scotty, adoptable Poodle (Miniature) in Mesa, Arizona

Scotty

Poodle (Miniature) • Male • Medium • 1 year

Scotty is a spunky guy who loves car rides. Would do great with kids and an active family. He's very sweet and playful. Loves being a lap dog. Please …

Animal Rescue Friends Ltd • Mesa, AZ

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Photo of Vinny, adoptable Australian Shepherd in Phoenix, Arizona

Vinny

Australian Shepherd • Male • Medium • 4 years

Why I'd make a great companion: ~Woof! My name is Vinny and I weigh 41 LBS. ~I'm a real sweet guy with a knack for making people laugh as soon as they…

Arizona Humane Society - Campus for Compassion • Phoenix, AZ

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Photo of Vinny, adoptable Chihuahua in Phoenix, Arizona

Vinny

Chihuahua • Male • Small • 2 years

Vinny is a 2-year-old Chihuahua/Min Pin mix with the biggest heart packed into a small, handsome body. He is truly the definition of loving — once Vin…

Adopt A Dog Rescue • Phoenix, AZ

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Photo of Betty, adoptable German Shepherd Dog in Phoenix, Arizona

Betty

German Shepherd Dog • Female • X-Large • est. 5–8 yrs

COURTESY POST Meet Betty. Betty is a stunningly gorgeous GSD. Betty is 5 years-old and is a very large GSD. Betty has many wonderful qualities, she is…

Help A Dog Smile • Phoenix, AZ

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Photo of Wiley, adoptable Chihuahua in Phoenix, Arizona

Wiley

Chihuahua • Male • Small • est. 5–7 yrs

Meet Wiley! Wiley is named for his wiley ability to avoid the humans when he was running around the streets. We'll get to that story in a bit, but fir…

Chi Town Rescue • Phoenix, AZ

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Photo of Coco, adoptable Chihuahua in Phoenix, Arizona

Coco

Chihuahua • Male • Small • est. 6–8 yrs

PHOENIX METRO AREA ONLY* Meet Coco… this gentle, middle-aged Chihuahua sweetheart is searching for a soft place to land. At about 6 years old and 17 p…

Pathways Home Animal Rescue • Phoenix, AZ

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Photo of Maggie, adoptable Australian Kelpie in Chandler, Arizona

Maggie

Australian Kelpie • Female • Medium • 4 years

MEET MAGGIE!!! Maggie is a fun-loving, intelligent pup with a larger-than-life personality and an endless passion for playtime. If there's a ball near…

Underdog Rescue of Arizona, LLC • Chandler, AZ

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Photo of Cosmo, adoptable American Pit Bull Terrier in Chandler, Arizona

Cosmo

American Pit Bull Terrier • Female • Medium • 0 years

MEET COSMO!!! Cosmo is the sweetest, happiest little bundle of wiggles you'll ever meet! This playful pup loves people and is always ready to join in …

Underdog Rescue of Arizona, LLC • Chandler, AZ

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Photo of Carly, adoptable Terrier in Phoenix, Arizona

Carly

Terrier • Female • Small • 2 years

Meet Carly! Carly came to our rescue from a shelter (Huesito's Rescue) in Hermosillo, Mexico. We help out Huesitos Rescue from time to time when they …

Chi Town Rescue • 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.

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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.