Ezekiel
Location: Minnesota · Energy level high · Housetrained · Kennel Trained · Good with Kids · Good with Dogs · Affectionate · Intelligent · Likes toys · …
Rescue Network • Buffalo, MN
Dogs for Adoption in Minnesota
631 adoptable dogs listed by shelters and rescues in Minnesota. Showing 301–330 of 631 below.
Every dog in Minnesota 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 Minnesota. Availability changes daily, so confirm directly with the organization before making plans.
24 shelters and rescues in Minnesota currently list dogs on Every Dog's Chance.
How adoption works in Minnesota
Minnesota's listings come mainly from rescue groups, with most posted from around Buffalo, Princeton and St. Louis Park. A rescue adoption usually begins with an application and a conversation, and the dog is often living with a foster family. Municipal shelters and humane societies list here as well, with walk-in hours where you can meet dogs the same day.
Found one? Open the profile and contact the organization holding the dog. Budget for an application or a conversation, a meet and greet, and an adoption fee set by that organization, which often covers spay or neuter and vaccinations. As listings cluster in a few communities, many groups help arrange transport within Minnesota. Details on that dog's history, requirements and availability come from the organization on the profile.
631 dogs in Minnesota — page 11 of 22
Mariska
Location: South Dakota · Energy level medium · Couch potato · Housetrained · Kennel Trained · Good with Cats · Good with Dogs · Affectionate · Snuggle…
Rescue Network • Buffalo, MN
Shalla
Energy level low · Good with Dogs · Good with Kids · Housetrained · Good on the leash · Affectionate · Intelligent · Special Needs · Location: Minneso…
Rescue Network • Buffalo, MN
Cinder
Location: Minnesota · Good with Kids · Good with Dogs · Intelligent · Goofy · Likes toys · Affectionate · Snuggler · Kennel Trained
Rescue Network • Buffalo, MN
Soot
Location: Minnesota · Energy level medium · Good with Kids · Good with Dogs · Affectionate · Snuggler · Kennel Trained
Rescue Network • Buffalo, MN
Norman
Location: Minnesota · Energy level high · Housetrained · Kennel Trained · Good with Dogs · Goofy · Likes toys · Snuggler · Good on the leash · Not Goo…
Rescue Network • Buffalo, MN
Utica
Location: South Dakota · Energy level high · Not Good with Cats · Affectionate · Snuggler · Goofy · Intelligent · Likes toys · Housetrained · Kennel T…
Rescue Network • Buffalo, MN
Buttercup
Location: Minnesota · Affectionate · Energy level medium · Good with Dogs · Good on the leash · Likes toys · Snuggler · Not Good with Cats · Kennel Tr…
Rescue Network • Buffalo, MN
Bramble
Location: Minnesota · Affectionate · Energy level medium · Good with Cats · Good with Dogs · Good with Kids · Likes toys · Snuggler
Rescue Network • Buffalo, MN
Jillian
Affectionate · Energy level medium · Energy level high · Goofy · Intelligent · Likes toys · Snuggler · Housetrained · Kennel Trained · Location: Minne…
Rescue Network • Buffalo, MN
Maple
Location: Minnesota · Energy level high · Good with Cats · Good with Dogs · Affectionate · Goofy · Snuggler · Housetrained
Rescue Network • Buffalo, MN
Icy Pop
Location: Minnesota · Energy level high · Good with Dogs · Good on the leash · Goofy · Likes toys · Snuggler · Kennel Trained · Housetrained · Affecti…
Rescue Network • Buffalo, MN
Beau
Energy level medium · Good on the leash · Good with Dogs · Goofy · Housetrained · Kennel Trained · Snuggler · Special Needs · Location: South Dakota
Rescue Network • Buffalo, MN
Lime D12061
Affectionate · Energy level moderate · Good with Kids · Likes toys · Lap pet · Not Housetrained · Playful
Ruff Start Rescue • Princeton area, MN
Lilac D12059
Affectionate · Energy level moderate · Good with Kids · Lap pet · Likes toys · Not Housetrained · Playful
Ruff Start Rescue • Princeton area, MN
Bronco D12038
Goofy · Playful · Good with Dogs · Good with older, considerate children · Housetrained · Energy level high · Adventurous · Affectionate · Does well i…
Ruff Start Rescue • Princeton area, MN
Noodle D11981
Adventurous · Crate Trained · Good with Dogs · Adult-Only Home Preferred · Not Good with Cats · Housetrained · Energy level high
Ruff Start Rescue • Princeton area, MN
Jasper D11963
Housetrained · Energy level moderate · Adventurous · Affectionate · Crate Trained · Does well in a car · Gentle · Good with Dogs · Good with older, co…
Ruff Start Rescue • Princeton area, MN
Opal D11948
Housetrained · Good with Kids · Energy level moderate · Affectionate · Does well in a car · Gentle · Goofy · Lap pet · Leash Trained · Likes toys · Pl…
Ruff Start Rescue • Princeton area, MN
Karma D11925
Timid / Shy · Good with Dogs · Affectionate · Good with Cats · Housetrained · Leash Trained · Playful
Ruff Start Rescue • Princeton area, MN
Carmelito D11917
Good with Dogs · Energy level moderate · Affectionate · Goofy · Lap pet · Likes toys · Playful · Timid / Shy
Ruff Start Rescue • Princeton area, MN
Flurry D11862
Good with Dogs · Playful · Energy level moderate · Affectionate · Does well in a car · Gentle · Goofy · Lap pet · Likes toys · Foster Needed · Housetr…
Ruff Start Rescue • Princeton area, MN
Swift D11860
Good with Dogs · Playful · Foster Needed · Energy level moderate · Adventurous · Affectionate · Does well in a car · Goofy · Leash Trained · Timid / S…
Ruff Start Rescue • Princeton area, MN
Lovebug D11803
Affectionate · Does well in a car · Energy level moderate · Leash Trained · Likes toys · Playful · Not Good with Cats · Good with Dogs · Crate Trained
Ruff Start Rescue • Princeton area, MN
Raya D11404
Good with Dogs · Housetrained · Leash Trained · Affectionate · Energy level low · Good with older, considerate children
Ruff Start Rescue • Princeton area, MN
Bodhi D11189
Timid / Shy · Affectionate · Crate Trained · Does well in a car · Energy level moderate · Good with Dogs · Good with Kids · Goofy · Intelligent · Lap …
Ruff Start Rescue • Princeton area, MN
Peach D6462
Good with Dogs · Good with Kids · Timid / Shy · Playful · Likes toys · Intelligent · Goofy · Energy level moderate · Affectionate · We're Still Waitin…
Ruff Start Rescue • Princeton area, MN
Ellie
Ellie came to us from the city pound on 8/2/2026. We did learn a little bit about her from her former owner, who no longer care for her. Ellie is her …
Mower County Humane Society • AUSTIN, MN
Rio
Rio – is a 9 week old lab mix puppy with light tan fur and beautiful green eyes. He’s the largest of his litter of three, with a “gentle giant” demean…
No Dog Left Behind • Brooklyn Center, MN
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Low-cost spay, neuter and vet care in Minnesota
Programs that help Minnesota 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 / neuterMinnesota Spay Neuter Assistance Program (MN SNAP) (opens in a new tab) (statewide) — Mobile clinic providing low-cost spay, neuter and core vaccines for dogs and cats of income-qualified Minnesotans.
- Low-cost vet careAnimal Humane Society Pet Clinics (opens in a new tab) — Veterinary clinics in St. Paul and Golden Valley with affordable fees and income-based discounts, including spay and neuter.
- Help paying for careAnimal Humane Society Veterinary Assistance (opens in a new tab) (statewide) — Resource list of low-cost veterinary facilities and financial help for Minnesota pet owners.
- Low-cost vet careVeTouch, University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine (opens in a new tab) — Student-run clinic offering free wellness exams and vaccines to low-income Twin Cities pet owners by appointment.
- Spay / neuterTri-County Humane Society Spay and Neuter Resources (opens in a new tab) (statewide) — List of lower-cost spay and neuter clinics throughout Minnesota maintained by the St. Cloud shelter.
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Adopting a dog in Minnesota — FAQ
How do I adopt a dog in Minnesota?
Open any dog's profile to see which shelter or rescue is caring for them in Minnesota, 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 Minnesota 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 Minnesota?
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 Minnesota?
Yes. Most shelters and rescues in Minnesota 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 Minnesota instead of adopting?
Many shelters and rescues in Minnesota 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 Minnesota 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.
