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Kylo Lonestar
Kylo’s adoption fee has been generously sponsored! Meet Kylo, a resilient pup who was originally rescued from a Texas shelter, overcoming a broken jaw…
Eleventh Hour Rescue • Rockaway, NJ
Dogs for Adoption in New Jersey
885 adoptable dogs listed by shelters and rescues in New Jersey. Showing 1–30 of 885 below.
Every dog in New Jersey 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 Jersey. Availability changes daily, so confirm directly with the organization before making plans.
48 shelters and rescues in New Jersey currently list dogs on Every Dog's Chance.
How adoption works in New Jersey
A steady number of dogs are listed in New Jersey, mostly by rescue groups, and Rockaway, Oakhurst and Sussex come up often. Rescue groups tend to place dogs in foster homes and ask for an application before a visit, while municipal shelters generally keep walk-in hours where you can meet dogs directly.
Open a dog's profile and reach out to the organization that has them. Expect an application or a conversation, then a meet and greet and an adoption fee set by that organization, which often covers spay or neuter and vaccinations. Because listings cluster in a few towns, many groups help arrange transport within the state for the right match. The organization on the profile is your source for that dog's history, requirements and availability.
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Tweetie
MEET TWEETIE! A new addition to our squad. Sweet little Tweetie is a 5-year-old, 25-pound girl who deserves to know what forever really means. Tweetie…
Peace 4 Paws Inc. • Westwood, NJ
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Dewy
Meet Dewy! Dewy is an adorable 4-year-old Beagle mix weighing 26 pounds. He’s a sweet, fun-sized guy with lots of love to give! Dewy is dog-friendly a…
Peace 4 Paws Inc. • Westwood, NJ
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Bailey Girl
Meet Bailey Girl— All She Needs Is a Chance ❤️ Bailey Girl is a beautiful 27-pound female 18 month old Mini Aussie mix with a story that will break yo…
Critter Companion Rescue • Sussex, NJ
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Puppy Karol
Karol is one of those pretty 6 month old Great Pyr mix puppies that you never forget once you lay eyes on her unique markings and happy face. This 37 …
Critter Companion Rescue • Sussex, NJ
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Puppy Jay Jay
It was a hot Sunday afternoon, late in the day and a pick up truck approached the bridge going over the small river tributary. Some black dots were sc…
Critter Companion Rescue • Sussex, NJ
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Puppy Ganache
Meet Ganache — a little chocolate-covered heartthrob who is about to steal yours! ❤️Seriously, just look at this face. Those enormous doe eyes, those …
Critter Companion Rescue • Sussex, NJ
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Puppy Misty
Our beauty of the week is Misty and what a great 6 month old puppy this German Shepherd mix girl is going to be for the right family who loves the bre…
Critter Companion Rescue • Sussex, NJ
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Joshua
> Handsome and inquisitive Joshua is the epitome of a young pure bred Australian Shepherd with all the bells and whistles of the breed. If you like th…
Critter Companion Rescue • Sussex, NJ
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Chance
Some dogs are given a name that fits them perfectly, and Chance is one of them. This sweet 5-year-old Beagle mix received his name because he was give…
Critter Companion Rescue • Sussex, NJ
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Winchester
This Chocolate Dreamboat is a handsome 10-month-old male Boykin Spaniel mix weighing approximately 50 pounds. Winchester is happy, friendly with meeti…
Critter Companion Rescue • Sussex, NJ
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Puppy Maxine
If fluffy, funny, affectionate puppies are your weakness, you may want to stop right here — because Maxine is about to steal your heart. This adorable…
Critter Companion Rescue • Sussex, NJ
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Puppy Richie
Richie " Sambora " is what this Border Collie mix puppy should be called because he is so handsome and extra charming. Born around April 1st, 5 months…
Critter Companion Rescue • Sussex, NJ
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Sir Ziggy
Meet our charming Shih Tzu mix boy named Sir Ziggy — a young Shih Tzu (mostly Shih Tzu) with a wonderfully playful spirit and a personality that is ha…
Critter Companion Rescue • Sussex, NJ
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Shaya
Some Dogs Ask for Your Attention. Shaya Is Quietly Hoping for Your Heart. Every rescue group has that one dog. The one everyone agrees is wonderful, b…
Critter Companion Rescue • Sussex, NJ
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Puppy Susye
Meet Susye — A Young Girl Ready for a Home of Her Own Sometimes the best dogs have the hardest beginnings. Susye’s second chance began when a Nashvill…
Critter Companion Rescue • Sussex, NJ
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Lady Anne
Meet Lady Anne, a stunning 4-year-old Great Pyrenees whose story is one of resilience, devotion, and unconditional love. When it came time to give bir…
Critter Companion Rescue • Sussex, NJ
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Grant
Chihuahuas are some of the most beloved breeds in America today. Their small bodies and tender, loving souls bring the kind of affection that so many …
Critter Companion Rescue • Sussex, NJ
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Bailee
Meet Bailee! This adorable little girl may be small, but she has a BIG personality! She is a very mouthy, playful puppy who is still learning her mann…
Burlington County Animal Alliance • Willingboro, NJ
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Dante
This adorable 4-month-old puppy weighs about 20 pounds and is ready to find his forever family! He and his siblings ended up in a shelter with their m…
Burlington County Animal Alliance • Willingboro, NJ
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Snuggles (Foster or Adopter needed!)
Meet Snuggles, the affectionate 3 year-old, 48-pound lab mix with a heart as big as her name suggests. Coming all the way from Mississippi, Snuggles s…
Peace 4 Paws Inc. • Westwood, NJ
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Rune
Meet Rune, a 2-year-old male pit bull terrier mix with a gentle heart and a resilient spirit. He is brown and white, weighs about 60 pounds, and has a…
Peace 4 Paws Inc. • Westwood, NJ
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Rubix (Foster or Adopter needed!)
Meet Rubix - a lovable, playful two-year-old mixed breed weighing 59 lbs. Rescued from NYCACC, his past remains a mystery, but we believe he once had …
Peace 4 Paws Inc. • Westwood, NJ
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Rocky
MEET ROCKY! Rocky is a handsome 3-year-old Golden Retriever weighing about 64 pounds, and he is looking for a new family to give all that Golden love …
Peace 4 Paws Inc. • Westwood, NJ
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Moby
Meet Moby Moby is a 2 year, 8 month old Australian Cattle Dog weighing about 50 lbs. He is a neutered male who is both crate trained, leash trained an…
Peace 4 Paws Inc. • Westwood, NJ
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Lola
Meet Lola! Lola is a sweet 2-year-old, 30 lb female Beagle terrier mix looking for her forever home. She is great with kids and other dogs. She also l…
Peace 4 Paws Inc. • Westwood, NJ
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Junior
Junior is a lovable, huggable 1 year old 19-pound Chihuahua mix who is looking for a new family to call his own. Unfortunately Junior’s previous owner…
Peace 4 Paws Inc. • Westwood, NJ
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Coquito (Foster or Adopter needed!)
Meet Coquito — your future best friend wrapped in a playful, lovable package Name: Coquito Age: 2 years old Breed: Terrier / Pointer mix Weight: 40–50…
Peace 4 Paws Inc. • Westwood, NJ
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Bodhi (Foster or Adopter needed!)
Meet Bodhi, a male pit bull terrier mix with a huge heart and a true survivor’s spirit. He is estimated to be between 1 and 3 years old, weighs about …
Peace 4 Paws Inc. • Westwood, NJ
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Low-cost spay, neuter and vet care in New Jersey
Programs that help New Jersey 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 / neuterNew Jersey Department of Health Animal Population Control Program (opens in a new tab) (statewide) — State low-cost spay and neuter program through participating veterinary hospitals for eligible residents and adopters.
- Spay / neuterAnimal Protection League of New Jersey Low Cost Spay and Neuter (opens in a new tab) (statewide) — County by county directory of low-cost spay and neuter clinics and programs across New Jersey.
- Spay / neuterAnimal Welfare Association Low-Cost Spay/Neuter Clinic (opens in a new tab) — Low-cost spay and neuter surgery for dogs and cats at the Voorhees clinic in South Jersey.
- Low-cost vet carePeople for Animals (opens in a new tab) — Nonprofit clinics in northern and central New Jersey offering affordable veterinary care and spay and neuter.
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Adopting a dog in New Jersey — FAQ
How do I adopt a dog in New Jersey?
Open any dog's profile to see which shelter or rescue is caring for them in New Jersey, 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 Jersey 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 Jersey?
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 Jersey?
Yes. Most shelters and rescues in New Jersey 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 Jersey instead of adopting?
Many shelters and rescues in New Jersey 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 Jersey 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.
