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Waldo
Where’s Waldo? I’m right here! Hi! I’m Waldo, a young, scruffy, big-eared guy weighing in at a perfect 25 pounds of pure puppy fun! We think I might h…
Greater Derry Humane Society, Inc. • East Derry, NH
Dogs for Adoption in New Hampshire
95 adoptable dogs listed by shelters and rescues in New Hampshire. Showing 1–30 of 95 below.
Every dog in New Hampshire 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 New Hampshire. Availability changes daily, so confirm directly with the organization before making plans.
6 shelters and rescues in New Hampshire currently list dogs on Every Dog's Chance.
How adoption works in New Hampshire
New Hampshire's listings are few and come mostly from rescue groups, with Hillsboro and Croydon among the places you will see most often. A rescue adoption is usually a foster-home arrangement that begins with an application, whereas a municipal shelter tends to post walk-in hours and lets you meet dogs in person without much lead time.
Once a profile catches your interest, contact the group that has the dog. Expect an application or a conversation, a meet and greet, and an adoption fee set by that group, which often covers spay or neuter and vaccinations. With listings concentrated in a couple of towns, many groups help arrange transport within New Hampshire for the right match. For the dog's history, requirements and availability, go to the organization on the profile.
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Charli
Please welcome Charli to WWR! She is 30 lbs and is 6 months of age and is believed to be a retriever mix. Charli is a spunky little girl, loves everyo…
Wags and Wiggles Rescue • NEWPORT NH, NH
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Cash
Please welcome Cash to WWR! At 20 lbs and 4 months of age, this southern mystery handsome guy is looking for his forever home. He has been fostered in…
Wags and Wiggles Rescue • NEWPORT NH, NH
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Smoky Bear
Meet Smoky Bear! Bear is a 3 year old neutered male aussiedoodle. He was surrendered locally. At 53 pounds this sweet boy is obese and has started a d…
Barking Dog Farm Rescue • Croydon, NH
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Shaw
Please welcome Shaw to WWR! This southern hippo is heading to NH in a few weeks and we cannot wait to meet him. Shaw is believed to be 3 years of age,…
Wags and Wiggles Rescue • NEWPORT NH, NH
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Badger
fur and the big grin. My perfect match would be someone who loves to be outside, whether hiking, running, playing ball, or just being active and havin…
Greater Derry Humane Society, Inc. • East Derry, NH
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Merida
Merida Is Looking for Her Forever Home! Meet Merida, a beautiful 6 month old Great Pyrenees puppy with a heart as big as her fluffy paws! Merida is a …
Barking Dog Farm Rescue • Croydon, NH
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Eva
Eva loves nothing more than a good belly rub and a treat. She is dog social and was disinterested in members of the feline persuasion. Current in fost…
For the Love of Dog - Rottweiler Rescue • Hillsboro, NH
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Houdini
Please welcome Houdini to WWR! As expected, he plans on magically entering your family and never leaving. At 55 lbs and 1.5 years of age, this dog fri…
Wags and Wiggles Rescue • NEWPORT NH, NH
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Gemini
$100 off adoption fee if adopted by 9/26/26 Have you ever wanted a Velcro dog? That's Gemini! Always up for being your shadow, under foot, crowding yo…
For the Love of Dog - Rottweiler Rescue • Hillsboro, NH
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Coco
$100 of ADOPTION FEE if in her FOREVER HOME by 9/26/26 This girl's story made quite a splash on social media -- WELCOME TO THE RESCUE, COCO MELON. Ms.…
For the Love of Dog - Rottweiler Rescue • Hillsboro, NH
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Rubble--Foster needed
ADOPTION FEE WAIVED Through Sep 30 Rubble is a big, lovable, go-with-the-flow guy who truly just wants to be wherever his people are. At around 5 year…
For the Love of Dog - Rottweiler Rescue • Hillsboro, NH
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Dan
Meet Dan! He spent two weeks in foster care before he got to travel to New England. This 5 yr rottie boy is a sweet man who is ready for his home Dan …
For the Love of Dog - Rottweiler Rescue • Hillsboro, NH
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Daisy Duke
Daisy is a sweet 3 year old female rottweiler who is just an overall love bug! In true rottie fashion, she needs a little decompression time but once …
For the Love of Dog - Rottweiler Rescue • Hillsboro, NH
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Baby
Please welcome Baby to WWR! At 4 months of age he may look large in photos but he’s only 20 lbs, we expect him to be on the smaller side as an adult. …
Wags and Wiggles Rescue • NEWPORT NH, NH
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Sadie
For the Love of Dog - Rottweiler Rescue • Hillsboro, NH
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Elton - available early Oct
Elton is growing by the day! He weighs about 45 pounds at 4 months. Elton was a owner surrender due to divorce and lack of time for a puppy. Elton was…
Barking Dog Farm Rescue • Croydon, NH
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Macy
Hi! My name is Macy. I'm in the market for a new family, so I thought I would give you a rundown of what my daily schedule is. First, I like to take a…
Greater Derry Humane Society, Inc. • East Derry, NH
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Delilah
FOREVER FAMILY? FOSTER FAMILY? HERE I AM! Our two year old Delilah arrives in mid September and wants a family to call her own. Her journey started as…
For the Love of Dog - Rottweiler Rescue • Hillsboro, NH
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Pepe
PEPE: 9 Pounds of Pure Perfection Please prepare yourself for Pepe, a 9-pound Pom-Chi who would like you to know that being this adorable is, in fact,…
Greater Derry Humane Society, Inc. • East Derry, NH
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Harriett
Oh hi there.. I'm Harriet, but my foster parents call me Harriet the Spy. I'm not sure exactly who Harriet the Spy is or what she has to do with me, b…
Greater Derry Humane Society, Inc. • East Derry, NH
Shyla
Shyla is a beautiful 4-5 year old Rottweiler girl who has settled wonderfully into her foster home and is proving to be an absolute delight. Full of p…
For the Love of Dog - Rottweiler Rescue • Hillsboro, NH
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Bella
Please welcome Bella to WWR! We want to thank our partners at operation kindness for helping this beautiful one year old gem. She required an FHO (lit…
Wags and Wiggles Rescue • NEWPORT NH, NH
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Ruthie
Hi! Thanks for stopping by. Grab a seat, and let’s see if your hands are free—because if they are, they should probably be petting me. My name is Ruth…
For the Love of Dog - Rottweiler Rescue • Hillsboro, NH
Raven Guard
Raven joins the rescue from New York City when his owner became without the means to care for him. Both the NYC shelter and the rescue helped with foo…
For the Love of Dog - Rottweiler Rescue • Hillsboro, NH
Frodo
Frodo is a 4 year old neutered male shih tzu. He weighs 11 pounds, is good with other dogs and cats. Recently had a dental, microchipped, up to date o…
Barking Dog Farm Rescue • Croydon, NH
Goliath
Meet Goliath. 3 yrs old, 120 pounds, Small and big dog friendly, Kid friendly, HousebrokePlease visit our website for more info on our adoption proces…
Barking Dog Farm Rescue • Croydon, NH
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Savin'em All Rescue - Manchester, NH • Manchester, NH
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Savin'em All Rescue - Manchester, NH • Manchester, NH
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Savin'em All Rescue - Manchester, NH • Manchester, NH
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Low-cost spay, neuter and vet care in New Hampshire
Programs that help New Hampshire 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 / neuterPope Memorial Humane Society Cocheco Valley Spay and Neuter Clinics (opens in a new tab) — Affordable spay and neuter packages with exams and vaccines for cats and dogs in the Dover area.
- Low-cost vet careNew Hampshire Humane Society My Best Friend Clinic (opens in a new tab) — Affordable wellness care, vaccines, microchips and spay and neuter packages at the Laconia shelter clinic.
- Help paying for careNHSPCA Financial Assistance (opens in a new tab) — Low-cost spay and neuter clinics, pet food share and community wellness clinics from the Stratham shelter.
- Help paying for careNH Pet Aid (opens in a new tab) — Nonprofit grants toward urgent veterinary care for financially disadvantaged pet owners in several New Hampshire counties.
- Spay / neuterManchester Animal Shelter Community Resources (opens in a new tab) — Resource list for the Manchester area covering spay and neuter clinics, affordable veterinary care and shelters.
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Adopting a dog in New Hampshire — FAQ
How do I adopt a dog in New Hampshire?
Open any dog's profile to see which shelter or rescue is caring for them in New Hampshire, 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 New Hampshire 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 New Hampshire?
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 New Hampshire?
Yes. Most shelters and rescues in New Hampshire 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 New Hampshire instead of adopting?
Many shelters and rescues in New Hampshire 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 New Hampshire 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.
