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Millie
Meet Millie, a delightful puppy full of life and energy. This young pup is the epitome of friendliness and loves nothing more than engaging in playful…
Advocates 4 Animals Pet Food Pantry • Hillsboro, MO
Dogs for Adoption in Missouri
871 adoptable dogs listed by shelters and rescues in Missouri. Showing 721–750 of 871 below.
Every dog in Missouri 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 Missouri. Availability changes daily, so confirm directly with the organization before making plans.
36 shelters and rescues in Missouri currently list dogs on Every Dog's Chance.
How adoption works in Missouri
Missouri's listings are a mid-sized group and come mostly from rescue groups, with a large share posted from around St. Louis. A rescue adoption usually means an application first, then a conversation, and a dog who is living in a foster home. Municipal shelters and humane societies list here too, and those generally offer walk-in hours.
Head to the profile and contact the organization caring for the dog. Expect an application or a conversation, a meet and greet, and an adoption fee decided by that organization, often covering spay or neuter and vaccinations. With so many listings clustered around one metro area, many groups help arrange transport within the state. The organization on the dog's profile can fill you in on that dog's history, requirements and availability.
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Rosella (Rosie)
This is a COURTSEY POSTING Rosella was found as a stray July 5, 2021 & has been with Unchained Melodies since. If you would like more information plea…
Needy Paws Rescue • St. Louis, MO
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Cali
Missouri German Shepherd Rescue • Kansas City, MO
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Amora
Amora is ready for her happily-ever-after! This beautiful 6-year-old Australian Shepherd has spent the last chapter of her life being an amazing mama …
Needy Paws Rescue • St. Louis, MO
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Keno
Keno is currently enrolled in the 12-week Puppies 4 Parole program through the Mo Department of Corrections. He will graduate towards the end of Novem…
Needy Paws Rescue • St. Louis, MO
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Billie
Billie is an affectionate, playful girl and enjoys instigating play with her foster brother and sister. She loves being outside in the backyard, espec…
Kansas City Retired Greyhounds as Pets • Kansas City, MO
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Roady
Hi, I'm Roady! I'm a happy, playful pup who is ready to find a forever family and start the next chapter of my life. One of my friends has already fou…
M'Shoogy's Famous Emergency Animal Rescue • Savannah, MO
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Karl
KARL 5 years old • German Shepherd mix • Looking for rescue/adopter experienced with shepherdsKarl is the kind of dog who doesn’t give his trust away …
St Charles County Humane Services • St Peters, MO
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Luna
COURTESY LISTINGPlease Text Katja at 816-547-9197for more information! Luna is a sweet 4 yo snuggle bug. Approx 50 Lbs. She is spayed, chipped and cur…
Furry Kids Refuge • Lee's Summit, MO
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Maverick
The Pet Adoption Center received a call about a young dog believed to have been dumped in the West Alton area. He wouldn’t approach people, avoided al…
St Charles County Humane Services • St Peters, MO
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Rosie
Rosie is currently enrolled in the 12-week Puppies 4 Parole program through the Mo Department of Corrections. She will graduate towards the end of Nov…
Needy Paws Rescue • St. Louis, MO
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Neville
Meet Neville! Neville was found as a stray in St. Louis City in November 2025, weighing just 39 pounds. He was unable to walk more than a few steps & …
Needy Paws Rescue • St. Louis, MO
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Cellar
CELLAR Cane Corso 4 years young 85 pounds of love and muscle Dog friendly, aka "Must Love Dogs" Cat curious. I need supervision, but I'm not prey driv…
Needy Paws Rescue • St. Louis, MO
Resolve
Someone did a breed test on one of the dogs in my group (not positive it was a sibling) and it came back with the top two breed border collie and lab.…
Polk County Humane Society • Bolivar, MO
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Tory
Tory had a rough start for such a beautiful puppy. He’s a smart boy and his fur is like velvet. Beautiful eyes and just a sweet boy who needs someone …
Stover Animal Rescue, Inc. • Stover, MO
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Tank
Meet Tank — 93 pounds of pure heart, wrapped in a big, lovable body. At 4 years old, this handsome pitbull mix is the definition of a gentle giant. Hi…
Advocates 4 Animals Pet Food Pantry • Hillsboro, MO
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Bea
DOGS: CATS: KIDS: IDEAL FAMILY: If you're looking for a gorgeous, young, trainable German Shepherd who will love you forever, Bea may be your ideal fa…
Missouri German Shepherd Rescue • Kansas City, MO
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Luna Llena
Please visit our web site at https://tarasdream.org/adopt to fill out an adoption application for this pet and for more info about our adoption proces…
The Animal Rescue Alliance • Raytown, MO
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Kylee
Hi, I'm Kylee. My 3 sisters, 1 brother and I were rescued from the bitter cold in South St. Joe. It was below zero and if M'Shoogys had not rescued us…
M'Shoogy's Famous Emergency Animal Rescue • Savannah, MO
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Pretty
Hi, I'm Pretty. No, I'm not full of myself, that's my name. I'm one of eight puppies born at M'Shoogys. A couple of my siblings have found homes but I…
M'Shoogy's Famous Emergency Animal Rescue • Savannah, MO
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Chevy
Courtesy Post ** Chevy is a 40lb Australian Shepherd/Golden Retriever mix. She loves playing fetch and catching the frisbee. She loves everyone she me…
Needy Paws Rescue • St. Louis, MO
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Lola
Courtesy Post ** Lola is a great loving dog who's super smart and eager to please. She knows sit, down, sit pretty, bang, give me paw, wave, crawl, he…
Needy Paws Rescue • St. Louis, MO
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Dos
Please visit our web site at https://tarasdream.org/adopt to fill out an adoption application for this pet and for more info about our adoption proces…
The Animal Rescue Alliance • Raytown, MO
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Dynasty
Introducing Dynasty! At 7 months old, this beautiful Catahoula Leopard Dog is building her legacy one pawprint at a time. True to her name, Dynasty ca…
The Animal Rescue Alliance • Raytown, MO
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Empire
All hail Empire! At just 7 months old, this stunning Catahoula Leopard Dog is already living up to her royal name. With her regal presence and joyful …
The Animal Rescue Alliance • Raytown, MO
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Phil
Phil is currently enrolled in the 12-week Puppies 4 Parole program through the Mo Department of Corrections. He will graduate towards the end of Novem…
Needy Paws Rescue • St. Louis, MO
Otter
Meet Otter, our handsome 2-year-old pittie mix who was found as a stray in St. Charles back in March. Otter has officially completed his heartworm tre…
St Charles County Humane Services • St Peters, MO
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Low-cost spay, neuter and vet care in Missouri
Programs that help Missouri 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 / neuterHumane Society of Missouri Operation SNIP (opens in a new tab) — Low-cost spay and neuter surgery for Missouri pets through the Humane Society of Missouri veterinary centers.
- Spay / neuterAnimal Medical Center of Mid-America Spay and Neuter (opens in a new tab) — St. Louis area veterinary centers offering at-cost spay and neuter and a subsidized SNIP option.
- Spay / neuterMissouri Coalition of Animal Care Organizations Spay Neuter Assistance (opens in a new tab) (statewide) — Regional directory of spay and neuter clinics and assistance programs throughout Missouri.
- Low-cost vet careCentral Missouri Humane Society Veterinary Services (opens in a new tab) — Low-cost spay, neuter, microchipping and other animal care services for Boone County residents in Columbia.
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Adopting a dog in Missouri — FAQ
How do I adopt a dog in Missouri?
Open any dog's profile to see which shelter or rescue is caring for them in Missouri, 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 Missouri 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 Missouri?
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 Missouri?
Yes. Most shelters and rescues in Missouri 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 Missouri instead of adopting?
Many shelters and rescues in Missouri 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 Missouri 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.
