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Ebenezer
Hi I'm Ebenezer, I’m an approximately 4-year-old, 40-pound boy, and my rescue friends believe I’m a Kai Ken mix, possibly with some Shepherd mixed in.…
Paws of Tomorrow, Inc. • Millsboro, DE
Dogs for Adoption in Delaware
72 adoptable dogs listed by shelters and rescues in Delaware. Showing 1–30 of 72 below.
Every dog in Delaware 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 Delaware. Availability changes daily, so confirm directly with the organization before making plans.
7 shelters and rescues in Delaware currently list dogs on Every Dog's Chance.
How adoption works in Delaware
Delaware is a small state with a small set of listings, drawn about equally from municipal shelters, humane societies and rescue groups, mostly around Newark, Seaford and Wilmington. Shelters generally keep walk-in hours where you can meet dogs directly, while rescue groups usually keep dogs in foster homes and ask for an application before arranging a visit.
Start with the profile: open it and contact the organization that listed the dog. Plan on an application or a conversation, a meet and greet, and an adoption fee set by that organization, which often includes spay or neuter and vaccinations. Because listings cluster in a few towns, many groups help arrange transport within the state. The organization on the dog's profile will have that dog's history, requirements and availability.
72 dogs in Delaware — page 1 of 3
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Daisy Mae
This dog is located in Newark, DE. Visit us on the web at https://fur-everpaws.com/fur-ever-paws-adoption-application/ to submit an application. Pleas…
Fur-Ever Paws Dog Rescue • Newark, DE
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Benji
This dog is located in Newark, DE. Visit us on the web at https://fur-everpaws.com/fur-ever-paws-adoption-application/ to submit an application. Pleas…
Fur-Ever Paws Dog Rescue • Newark, DE
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Emma Grace
This dog is located in Newark, DE. Visit us on the web at https://fur-everpaws.com/fur-ever-paws-adoption-application/ to submit an application. Pleas…
Fur-Ever Paws Dog Rescue • Newark, DE
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Josie
This dog is located in Newark, DE. Visit us on the web at https://fur-everpaws.com/fur-ever-paws-adoption-application/ to submit an application. Pleas…
Fur-Ever Paws Dog Rescue • Newark, DE
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Lily Rose
This dog is located in Newark, DE. Visit us on the web at https://fur-everpaws.com/fur-ever-paws-adoption-application/ to submit an application. Pleas…
Fur-Ever Paws Dog Rescue • Newark, DE
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Tucker
This dog is located in Newark, DE. Visit us on the web at https://fur-everpaws.com/fur-ever-paws-adoption-application/ to submit an application. Pleas…
Fur-Ever Paws Dog Rescue • Newark, DE
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Zara
This dog is located in Newark, DE. Visit us on the web at https://fur-everpaws.com/fur-ever-paws-adoption-application/ to submit an application. Pleas…
Fur-Ever Paws Dog Rescue • Newark, DE
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Angelina (4 lbs)
This dog is located in Newark, DE. Visit us on the web at https://fur-everpaws.com/fur-ever-paws-adoption-application/ to submit an application. Pleas…
Fur-Ever Paws Dog Rescue • Newark, DE
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Penny
This dog is located in Newark, DE. Visit us on the web at https://fur-everpaws.com/fur-ever-paws-adoption-application/ to submit an application. Pleas…
Fur-Ever Paws Dog Rescue • Newark, DE
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Rocky
This dog is located in Newark, DE. Visit us on the web at https://fur-everpaws.com/fur-ever-paws-adoption-application/ to submit an application. Pleas…
Fur-Ever Paws Dog Rescue • Newark, DE
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Kara
This dog is located in Newark, DE. Visit us on the web at https://fur-everpaws.com/fur-ever-paws-adoption-application/ to submit an application. Pleas…
Fur-Ever Paws Dog Rescue • Newark, DE
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Blossom
This dog is located in Newark, DE. Visit us on the web at https://fur-everpaws.com/fur-ever-paws-adoption-application/ to submit an application. Pleas…
Fur-Ever Paws Dog Rescue • Newark, DE
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Bonnie
This dog is located in Newark, DE. Visit us on the web at https://fur-everpaws.com/fur-ever-paws-adoption-application/ to submit an application. Pleas…
Fur-Ever Paws Dog Rescue • Newark, DE
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Bradley
This dog is located in Newark, DE. Visit us on the web at https://fur-everpaws.com/fur-ever-paws-adoption-application/ to submit an application. Pleas…
Fur-Ever Paws Dog Rescue • Newark, DE
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Brock
This dog is located in Newark, DE. Visit us on the web at https://fur-everpaws.com/fur-ever-paws-adoption-application/ to submit an application. Pleas…
Fur-Ever Paws Dog Rescue • Newark, DE
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Leo
This dog is located in Newark, DE. Visit us on the web at https://fur-everpaws.com/fur-ever-paws-adoption-application/ to submit an application. Pleas…
Fur-Ever Paws Dog Rescue • Newark, DE
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Gigi
This dog is located in Newark, DE. Visit us on the web at https://fur-everpaws.com/fur-ever-paws-adoption-application/ to submit an application. Pleas…
Fur-Ever Paws Dog Rescue • Newark, DE
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Jenna
This dog is located in Newark, DE. Visit us on the web at https://fur-everpaws.com/fur-ever-paws-adoption-application/ to submit an application. Pleas…
Fur-Ever Paws Dog Rescue • Newark, DE
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Emmie
This dog is located in Newark, DE. Visit us on the web at https://fur-everpaws.com/fur-ever-paws-adoption-application/ to submit an application. Pleas…
Fur-Ever Paws Dog Rescue • Newark, DE
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Frankie
This dog is located in Newark, DE. Visit us on the web at https://fur-everpaws.com/fur-ever-paws-adoption-application/ to submit an application. Pleas…
Fur-Ever Paws Dog Rescue • Newark, DE
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Oliver
This dog is located in Newark, DE. Visit us on the web at https://fur-everpaws.com/fur-ever-paws-adoption-application/ to submit an application. Pleas…
Fur-Ever Paws Dog Rescue • Newark, DE
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Emmett
This dog is located in Newark, DE. Visit us on the web at https://fur-everpaws.com/fur-ever-paws-adoption-application/ to submit an application. Pleas…
Fur-Ever Paws Dog Rescue • Newark, DE
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Storm
This dog is located in Newark, DE. Visit us on the web at https://fur-everpaws.com/fur-ever-paws-adoption-application/ to submit an application. Pleas…
Fur-Ever Paws Dog Rescue • Newark, DE
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Lee
This dog is located in Newark, DE. Visit us on the web at https://fur-everpaws.com/fur-ever-paws-adoption-application/ to submit an application. Pleas…
Fur-Ever Paws Dog Rescue • Newark, DE
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Angelina
This dog is located in Newark, DE. Visit us on the web at https://fur-everpaws.com/fur-ever-paws-adoption-application/ to submit an application. Pleas…
Fur-Ever Paws Dog Rescue • Newark, DE
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Ralph
This dog is located in Newark, DE. Visit us on the web at https://fur-everpaws.com/fur-ever-paws-adoption-application/ to submit an application. Pleas…
Fur-Ever Paws Dog Rescue • Newark, DE
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Lola
This dog is located in Newark, DE. Visit us on the web at https://fur-everpaws.com/fur-ever-paws-adoption-application/ to submit an application. Pleas…
Fur-Ever Paws Dog Rescue • Newark, DE
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Floor Cleaner
This dog is located in New Castle, DE. Visit us on the web at https://fur-everpaws.com/fur-ever-paws-adoption-application/ to submit an application. P…
Fur-Ever Paws Dog Rescue • Newark, DE
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Floor Tiles
This dog is located in New Castle, DE. Visit us on the web at https://fur-everpaws.com/fur-ever-paws-adoption-application/ to submit an application. P…
Fur-Ever Paws Dog Rescue • Newark, DE
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Low-cost spay, neuter and vet care in Delaware
Programs that help Delaware 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 / neuterDelaware Office of Animal Welfare Spay and Neuter Program (opens in a new tab) (statewide) — State program providing low cost spay and neuter for cats and dogs of income eligible Delaware residents.
- Spay / neuterBrandywine Valley SPCA Delaware State Spay Days (opens in a new tab) (statewide) — Free spay and neuter surgeries with vaccines for qualifying residents at New Castle, Dover and Georgetown centers.
- Low-cost vet careHumane Animal Partners Low-Cost Vet Care (opens in a new tab) — Wellness clinic with exams, vaccines, testing and treatment of common conditions at Wilmington, Newark and Rehoboth.
- Low-cost vet careFaithful Friends Animal Society Community Veterinary Care (opens in a new tab) — New Castle clinic offering spay and neuter, exams, vaccines, dental and non urgent care at reduced prices.
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Adopting a dog in Delaware — FAQ
How do I adopt a dog in Delaware?
Open any dog's profile to see which shelter or rescue is caring for them in Delaware, 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 Delaware 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 Delaware?
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 Delaware?
Yes. Most shelters and rescues in Delaware 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 Delaware instead of adopting?
Many shelters and rescues in Delaware 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 Delaware 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.
