Dogs for Adoption in Maryland

826 adoptable dogs listed by shelters and rescues in Maryland. Showing 721–750 of 826 below.

Every dog in Maryland 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 Maryland. Availability changes daily, so confirm directly with the organization before making plans.

39 shelters and rescues in Maryland currently list dogs on Every Dog's Chance.

How adoption works in Maryland

Maryland's mid-sized flow of listings comes mostly from rescue groups, many posted from around Forestville, Derwood and Baltimore. That means an application and a conversation usually come first, and the dog is often living in a foster home. Municipal shelters also list here, and they tend to keep walk-in hours where you can meet dogs the same day.

Reach out through the profile to the organization holding the dog. Count 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. Listings cluster in a few communities, and many groups help arrange transport within Maryland for the right match. The organization on the dog's profile is where that dog's history, requirements and availability live.

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Photo of Perla, adoptable Siberian Husky in Forestville, Maryland

Perla

Siberian Husky FemaleMedium4 years

Perla is the kind of dog who bonds deeply and loves even deeper. Once she trusts you, she is all in and wants to be as close as possible at all times.…

Prince Georges County Animal Management Division • Forestville, MD

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Photo of Forrest, adoptable Hound in Westminster, Maryland

Forrest

Hound Male0 years

NOTE- FORREST IS LISTED AS A COURTESY FOR AN INDIVIDUAL ASKING TO REHOME THEIR PET. PLEASE SEE CONTACT INFO BELOW. "Forrest is sweet puppy who loves t…

Reach Out Rescue & Resources • Westminster, MD

Photo of Oswald, adoptable Terrier in Rockville, Maryland

Oswald

Terrier MaleMedium0 years

Name: Oswald Sex: Male Estimated Age: About 7 months old (as of 7/22) Best Guess for Breed: Boston Terrier Mix Weight: About 35-40 lbs (as of 7/22) Li…

Petey and Furends • Rockville, MD

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Photo of Lorelai, adoptable Labrador Retriever in Baltimore, Maryland

Lorelai

Labrador Retriever FemaleMedium3 years

Courtesy post...Meet Lorelai – Your Sweet, Snuggly Sidekick Lorelai is a 3-year-old Staffie/Lab mix, about 50 lbs, fully potty trained, spayed, and up…

Adopt A Homeless Animal Rescue • Baltimore, MD

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Photo of Sakura, adoptable German Shepherd Dog in Derwood, Maryland

Sakura

German Shepherd Dog FemaleLarge4 years

Sakura is a beautiful, big-personality girl who’s equal parts playful and affectionate. She loves meeting new people, soaking up attention, and showin…

Montgomery County Animal Services and Adoption Center • Derwood, MD

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Photo of Grayson, adoptable American Pit Bull Terrier in Baltimore, Maryland

Grayson

American Pit Bull Terrier MaleMediumYoung

Courtesy Post – Owner Placement. Meet GRAYSON, a smashing cute pup who will be almost 2 years old in March! He is a lovable dog full of energy who lik…

Adopt A Homeless Animal Rescue • Baltimore, MD

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Photo of Melody, adoptable German Shepherd Dog in Baltimore, Maryland

Melody

German Shepherd Dog FemaleLarge1 year

Meet Melody! Melody is a young, large-boned German Shepherd ready to be your next best friend ! She’s happy, affectionate, and wonderfully social—thri…

All Shepherd Rescue • Baltimore, MD

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Photo of Will, adoptable Border Collie in Westminster, Maryland

Will

Border Collie MaleMedium1 year

Will and his sister were rescued as strays from an area where people don’t always take great care of their pets. When they first came into rescue, bot…

Reach Out Rescue & Resources • Westminster, MD

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Photo of Hielo, adoptable American Pit Bull Terrier in Derwood, Maryland

Hielo

American Pit Bull Terrier MaleMedium1 year

Meet Hielo, a sweet and gentle boy who melts hearts everywhere he goes. This friendly pup loves nothing more than strolling around the play area, taki…

Montgomery County Animal Services and Adoption Center • Derwood, MD

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Photo of Paris, adoptable Jack Russell Terrier in Sykesville, Maryland

Paris

Jack Russell Terrier FemaleMediumYoung

MEET PARIS! Paris recently graduated a professional board and train program with Ridgeside K9 Central MD and is an absolute fabulous little dog. Spiri…

Tara's House Animal Rescue, Inc. • Sykesville, MD

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Photo of Minnie, adoptable Terrier in Greenbelt, Maryland

Minnie

Terrier FemaleMedium1 year

Do you like fuzzy dogs? Minnie is the girl for you! This happy playful girl is just over one year old and 28 pounds. She came to PAW labeled as Border…

Partnership for Animal Welfare • Greenbelt, MD

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Photo of Sparky, adoptable American Staffordshire Terrier in Baltimore, Maryland

Sparky

American Staffordshire Terrier MaleLarge4 years

Meet Sparky – Your Goofy, Loyal Shadow Sparky is a 4-year-old brindle and white pit mix with a big body (80–85 lbs) and an even bigger personality. Th…

Adopt A Homeless Animal Rescue • Baltimore, MD

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Photo of Aggie, adoptable American Pit Bull Terrier in Westminster, Maryland

Aggie

American Pit Bull Terrier Female4 years

NOTE- AGGIE/AGNES IS LISTED AS A COURTESY FOR AN INDIVIDUAL ASKING TO REHOME THEIR PET. PLEASE SEE CONTACT INFO BELOW.Agnes/Aggie is essentially the d…

Reach Out Rescue & Resources • Westminster, MD

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Photo of Ace, adoptable Siberian Husky in Silver Spring, Maryland

Ace

Siberian Husky MaleLarge3 years

Hi, I'm Ace! I'm a 3-year-old, 50-pound, Husky/Border Collie mix with a BIG heart, BIG energy, and an even bigger zest for life! If you're looking for…

A Home of Their Own Animal Rescue • Silver Spring, MD

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Photo of Lucy, adoptable American Pit Bull Terrier in Baltimore, Maryland

Lucy

American Pit Bull Terrier FemaleMedium4 years

Courtesy Post Hi there, my name is Lucy! I’m a 4-year-old, spayed girl weighing about 60 lbs, and I’d be best described as medium energy. I recently j…

Adopt A Homeless Animal Rescue • Baltimore, MD

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Photo of Macchiato, adoptable Pit Bull Terrier in Rockville, Maryland

Macchiato

Pit Bull Terrier MaleLarge2 years

MACCHIATO (watch my video!) Male, neutered ~2-1/2 years old Pit bull terrier 58 lbs. Microchipped, up-to-date on core vaccines and takes monthly flea/…

LOVEPAWS • Rockville, MD

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Photo of Snow, adoptable American Staffordshire Terrier in Baltimore, Maryland

Snow

American Staffordshire Terrier Female4 years

Foster or adopter needed: Snow is the kind of dog who makes a house feel like home. She greets every day with a wagging tail, a happy smile, and enoug…

Adopt A Homeless Animal Rescue • Baltimore, MD

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Photo of Nick, adoptable Siberian Husky in Severn, Maryland

Nick

Siberian Husky Male1 year

Nick is a 1.5-year-old Siberian Husky with striking eyes and a big personality packed into his 51-pound frame. True to his breed, Nick is full of ener…

Husky Education And Rescue Team, Inc. • Severn, MD

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Photo of Marlow, adoptable Siberian Husky in Severn, Maryland

Marlow

Siberian Husky MaleLarge2 years

Meet Marlow Marlow is a 2.5-year-old Shepsky whose journey to H-E-A-R-T began as a stray in one of our partner shelters. This gentle boy caught our at…

Husky Education And Rescue Team, Inc. • Severn, MD

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Photo of Gorda, adoptable American Pit Bull Terrier in Baltimore, Maryland

Gorda

American Pit Bull Terrier FemaleMedium5 years

Meet Gorda This affectionate 5-year-old pitbull terrier is searching for a stable, loving home after life threw some challenges her family’s way. Her …

Adopt A Homeless Animal Rescue • Baltimore, MD

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Photo of Starr, adoptable American Pit Bull Terrier in Derwood, Maryland

Starr

American Pit Bull Terrier FemaleMedium3 years

Starr is a dog who knows what she wants and isn’t afraid to go for it! This confident girl takes initiative, whether it’s exploring new places, learni…

Montgomery County Animal Services and Adoption Center • Derwood, MD

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Photo of Fred, adoptable American Pit Bull Terrier in Derwood, Maryland

Fred

American Pit Bull Terrier MaleMedium2 years

Fred is a lovable goofball who thinks he’s a lapdog! This affectionate, easygoing boy loves adventures, long walks, rolling in the grass, playing tug,…

Montgomery County Animal Services and Adoption Center • Derwood, MD

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Photo of Kayo, adoptable German Shepherd Dog in Baltimore, Maryland

Kayo

German Shepherd Dog MaleLarge2 years

Meet Kayo! A lovely social dog found as a stray and almost out of time at an overcrowded shelter Kayo is a 59-pound German Shepherd mix with a big hea…

All Shepherd Rescue • Baltimore, MD

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Photo of Cinnamon, adoptable American Pit Bull Terrier in Baltimore, Maryland

Cinnamon

American Pit Bull Terrier FemaleMedium1 year

Foster or adopter needed: Meet 1 year old 57 pound Cinnamon! If you’re looking for a professional snuggler with a heart of gold, Cinnamon is your girl…

Adopt A Homeless Animal Rescue • Baltimore, MD

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Photo of Kaya, adoptable German Shepherd Dog in Baltimore, Maryland

Kaya

German Shepherd Dog MaleMedium1 year

Meet Kaya! Kaya is a young, energetic German Shepherd mix—about a year old and full of playful enthusiasm for life! This sweet boy loves to zoom aroun…

All Shepherd Rescue • Baltimore, MD

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Photo of Eva, adoptable Shepherd in Rockville, Maryland

Eva

Shepherd FemaleMedium2 years

Name: Eva Sex: Female Estimated Age: About 3 years old Best Guess for Breed: Shepherd Mix Weight: About 50 lbs Lives With: Dogs, cats and people! Hous…

Petey and Furends • Rockville, MD

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Photo of Prince, adoptable German Shepherd Dog in Monkton, Maryland

Prince

German Shepherd Dog MaleMedium4 years

This is a courtesy posting. Please call 410-627-6563 for information. This 4 year old, 56 pound German Shepherd mix has a fantastic personality. He's …

Pet Rescue of Maryland • Monkton, MD

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Photo of Truman, adoptable Cavalier King Charles Spaniel in Monkton, Maryland

Truman

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Male1 year

This is a courtesy posting. Please call 410-627-6563 for information on fostering or adopting Truman. At 11 pounds and 1 1/2 years old this sweet boy …

Pet Rescue of Maryland • Monkton, MD

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Photo of Nika, adoptable Siberian Husky in Severn, Maryland

Nika

Siberian Husky Female0 years

Meet Nika At just 11 months old, Nika arrived at one of our partner shelters as a stray suffering from painful entropion in her left eye. But this bi-…

Husky Education And Rescue Team, Inc. • Severn, MD

Low-cost spay, neuter and vet care in Maryland

Programs that help Maryland adopters keep a dog healthy on a budget. Each page was checked on 2026-09-10; confirm current hours and eligibility with the organization.

Adopting a dog in Maryland — FAQ

How do I adopt a dog in Maryland?

Open any dog's profile to see which shelter or rescue is caring for them in Maryland, 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 Maryland 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 Maryland?

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 Maryland?

Yes. Most shelters and rescues in Maryland 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 Maryland instead of adopting?

Many shelters and rescues in Maryland 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 Maryland 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.