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Justin Bartlett Animal Rescue • Royal Palm Beach, FL
Dogs for Adoption in Florida
2,699 adoptable dogs listed by shelters and rescues in Florida. Showing 2,551–2,580 of 2,699 below.
Every dog in Florida 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 Florida. Availability changes daily, so confirm directly with the organization before making plans.
88 shelters and rescues in Florida currently list dogs on Every Dog's Chance.
How adoption works in Florida
Florida posts a large number of listings, and most of them come from rescue groups, with heavy concentrations around Miami, Ocala and Tallahassee. A rescue adoption usually means an application first, a conversation, and a dog living in a foster home. Municipal shelters and humane societies list here as well, with walk-in hours.
When a profile stands out, open it and contact the organization that has the dog. An application or a conversation usually follows, then a meet and greet, and an adoption fee set by the organization, which often covers spay or neuter and vaccinations. With listings clustered in a few regions of a long state, many groups help arrange transport within Florida. The organization on the dog's profile holds that dog's history, requirements and availability.
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Dina
Dina grew up in the rescue and is housetrained. She picks up commands quickly, we are still in the process of haing her be comfortable in a harness an…
K9 Resque • Palatka, FL
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Percy
Percy is an adorable boy with a fun, Frenchie personality. He is friendly and loves to be with people, petting, going for walks, playing silly hand ga…
Shih Tzu Rescue, Inc. • Weston, FL
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Hubbard
6 year old 13 pound male Hubbard came to us from a local shelter 6 months ago. He had been hit by a car at some point and has some old and healed frac…
Dachshund Rescue South Florida • Weston, FL
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Magda
Hi, I'm Magda! I came to the shelter on July 25th, 2024, as a stray. New people and things make me a bit nervous, so I’ll need someone who can go slow…
Humane Society of Vero Beach and Indian River County • Vero Beach, FL
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Gatsby
Hi there! I’m Gatsby, and I can’t wait to meet you! I came to the shelter on May 31st, 2024, as a stray, but now I’m ready to find my forever home. I’…
Humane Society of Vero Beach and Indian River County • Vero Beach, FL
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Rocko
Hi, I'm Rocko! I ended up at the shelter on 03/15/2024 because my previous owners couldn't take care of me anymore. But I'm ready for a fresh start! I…
Humane Society of Vero Beach and Indian River County • Vero Beach, FL
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Shea
Hello, I'm Shea, the sweet and slightly shy pup searching for my forever home! I wandered into the shelter on July 5th 2024, and now I'm ready to shar…
Humane Society of Vero Beach and Indian River County • Vero Beach, FL
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America
America is a sweet, fun-loving girl who lives for her morning walks, fetch sessions, and cozy couch snuggles - and has declared a personal vendetta ag…
Everglades Angels Dog Rescue • Pompano Beach, FL
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Rachel
A Second Chance Puppies and Kittens Rescue • Royal Palm Beach, FL
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Roux 2
Meet Roux. Roux is from a litter that was rescued from the Mobile Animal Shelter. She is one of 7 born on Nov 4, 2024. Since Roux will be a medium-siz…
Amazing Grace Bully Rescue • Milton, FL
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Violet
Meet Violet. Violet is from a litter that was rescued from the Mobile Animal Shelter. She is one of 7 born on November 4, 2024. Violet is a super swee…
Amazing Grace Bully Rescue • Milton, FL
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Happy
Happy was posted a few times on a local lost and found site. His owner did not want him back so he is looking for a new home. He is friendly gets alon…
Amazing Grace Bully Rescue • Milton, FL
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Crayola
IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN ADOPTING THE FIRST STEP IS TO FILL OUT AN ADOPTION APPLICATION ON OUR WEBSITE AT: https://www.caninecastaways.org/adoption-ap…
Canine Castaways, Inc. • Arcadia, FL
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Bentley
Hi, I'm Bentley! I'm a sweet dog who's a bit shy when meeting new people, but once I get to know you, I’m a total sweetheart. I love cuddles and playt…
Humane Society of Vero Beach and Indian River County • Vero Beach, FL
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Lola
Lola is a sweet, medium-energy American Bulldog mix who loves snuggles, walks, playtime, and just hanging out with her people. EADR stepped in to give…
Everglades Angels Dog Rescue • Pompano Beach, FL
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Charlene (Char)
Meet Charlene! Charlene is a beautiful Lab/Pit mix born on April 16, 2023, weighing around 50 pounds. She recently returned to us through no fault of …
Amazing Grace Bully Rescue • Milton, FL
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Louie
Some dogs walk into your life quietly… and some dogs come in like a goofy, dancing, ball-chasing, full-speed-ahead supermutt tornado. Meet Louie — a l…
Ayla's Acres No-Kill Animal Rescue • St. Augustine, FL
Sammie
Meet Sammie! This 2-year-old Bernedoodle has still not found a family that will love him enough, and we just can't understand why. Sammie can be a lit…
4 Lucky Dogs Pet Rescue, Inc. • Valrico, FL
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Dana & Annie Mae
Dana and Annie Mae are just as fantastic in personality as they are in their super cute looks. They are a bonded pair who love each other dearly, get …
Shih Tzu Rescue, Inc. • Weston, FL
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Inky
Inky is a 4.5-year-old, 76-pound lovable pup who has been patiently waiting over a year for his forever family — and we honestly can’t understand why.…
Rescue Adoption Inc. • Fort Pierce, FL
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Marzen
Marzen is a young, happy, and affectionate dog who loves people, gets along great with cats, and thrives on both play and companionship. As an active …
Rebels Rescue Inc. • Tampa, FL
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Stella FH
Meet Stella – A Special Girl Looking for a Special Home STOP!!! please make sure you read about Stella and her special needs bfore applying. When Stel…
Pet Rescue By Judy • Sanford, FL
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Awesome Arya - *FH
Arya is a sweet girl who wants to find a hooman/family who will be patient with her and help her come out of her shell. Once she warms up, she loves b…
Pet Rescue By Judy • Sanford, FL
Toodles
Toodles is a wonderful, beautiful boy, who has been waiting almost 2 years for his new family to come along. He has certainly made the best of his tim…
Shih Tzu Rescue, Inc. • Weston, FL
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Capri
Capri is a grey and white Pit Bull Terrier Mix, who came to us with 2 others, from Lee County Domestic Animal Services due to limited space. Capri is …
Animal Refuge Center • North Fort Myers, FL
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Citizen Kane
Kane is a puppy in an adult dog body. He is a 75lb Velcro cannonball. He loves to play in the water hose and would probably love to swim with his webb…
Plenty of Pit Bulls • Gainesville, FL
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Mason is a sweet boy. He takes time to trust a person. He can not be put in a kennel. He gets along with little dogs. Adults only home would be best. …
Justin Bartlett Animal Rescue • Royal Palm Beach, FL
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Santiago
Meet silly Santiago! Santiago was born around 12/23/2023. He is sweet and playful with people and other dogs. Santiago is ready for a forever home! Si…
Amazing Grace Bully Rescue • Milton, FL
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Low-cost spay, neuter and vet care in Florida
Programs that help Florida 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 / neuterMiami-Dade County Animal Services Spay or Neuter Surgery for Pets (opens in a new tab) — Low cost spay and neuter for county residents at Doral and Homestead clinics, with income based discounts.
- Spay / neuterHumane Society of Tampa Bay Low-Cost Spay and Neuter (opens in a new tab) — Affordable spay and neuter surgery by appointment for cats, dogs and rabbits at the Hillsborough campus.
- Low-cost vet careHumane Society of Broward County Services (opens in a new tab) — Outpatient clinic offering lower cost spay and neuter and walk in vaccinations in Fort Lauderdale.
- Spay / neuterHumane Society of Greater Miami Spay/Neuter Services (opens in a new tab) — Affordable spay and neuter packages with optional preventive care and limited hardship funding in North Miami Beach.
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Adopting a dog in Florida — FAQ
How do I adopt a dog in Florida?
Open any dog's profile to see which shelter or rescue is caring for them in Florida, 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 Florida 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 Florida?
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 Florida?
Yes. Most shelters and rescues in Florida 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 Florida instead of adopting?
Many shelters and rescues in Florida 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 Florida 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.
