Poppy
Foster or Adopter Needed for Poppy! Poppy is a 11-month-old, 46lb sweetheart looking for a new home! Dog-friendly Cat-friendly Kid-friendly Playful, f…
Rescue Haven Foundation • Caldwell, NJ
Dogs for Adoption in New Jersey
876 adoptable dogs listed by shelters and rescues in New Jersey. Showing 571–600 of 876 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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Vandal
Vandal is a handsome is looking for a new home. He is with our rescue partner in Louisiana and can some to NJ with an approved foster or adopter. Meet…
Wag On Inn Rescue • Oakhurst, NJ
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Chief
Handsome Chief is looking for his forever home and this guy has so much to offer! Chief is a 4 yr old, 55lb Bully mix. He’s a well behaved, mellow guy…
Rescue Ridge • Spring Lake, NJ
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Sally
Meet Sally🐾🩷 At 4 months old and 22 lbs, this Terrier mix is the complete package--and yes, those epic ears are real! She's expected to be a perfect…
All Mutts Matter Rescue • Berlin, NJ
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Molly
Please welcome Molly to CH Boxer Rescue! At just 2 years old, Molly has officially decided she knows exactly what she wants out of life—and sharing he…
Chelsea's Hope Boxer Rescue • Monticello, NJ
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Summer Louisiana
Summer is a gorgeous 2-year-old, 60-pound brindle beauty who made her way to us from Louisiana in search of her forever home! This sweet girl has a wo…
Eleventh Hour Rescue • Rockaway, NJ
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Addie
Hi! My name is Addie and I am looking for a forever home. I was picked up as a stray by animal control and taken to a very scary place called a shelte…
Burlington County Animal Alliance • Willingboro, NJ
Mia
Mia! small breed, very sweet. up to date on shots and spayed. Is heartworm positive and starting treatment
No Paw Left Behind Animal Rescue • Jackson Township, NJ
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Otter
Meet Otter 💛 This adorable 6 week old 3lb terrier mix is searching for his forever home. He will be small-medium sized. He will be ready to go home 8…
All Mutts Matter Rescue • Berlin, NJ
Benny
Cute as a button Benny is ready for his forever home! Benny is a 1 1/2 year old mixed breed dog. At only 38 pounds he’s just the right size to fit com…
Rescue Ridge • Spring Lake, NJ
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Sunflower
Sunflower, Mastiff mix, Tan and White, Female spayed, 11 months old Sunflower is a young and high energy girl who loves getting lots of attention! She…
Northern Ocean County Animal Facility • Jackson, NJ
Chica
Chica was found wandering the streets after a Good Samaritan took her in. Once she arrived at SJR, she was brought to the vet, where we learned that s…
South Jersey Rescue • Gibbstown, NJ
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Jack A Bea, Jack A Bea
VETO ( Female)are cute designer dogs ,Jack Russell beagle mixes. So cute , playful and ready to meet their new families. Please fill out an applicatio…
Animal Sanctuary Society Inc. • Mt. Laurel, NJ
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Rocco
THIS IS A COURTESY POST ONLY*** **WAG ON INN HAS NO FIRST HAND KNOWLEDGE OF THIS ANIMAL'S REACTIONS AND CANNOT BE HELD RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY BEHAVIORAL …
Wag On Inn Rescue • Oakhurst, NJ
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Golden lab males
I'm the best boy !!!! Bailey is a handsome guy with a heart full of love and a story that will tug at your heartstrings. After his beloved owner passe…
Animal Sanctuary Society Inc. • Mt. Laurel, NJ
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Moxie
Meet Moxie! Moxie is a 5 YO girl who is looking for a new home because she and her female littermate, who was raised with her from puppyhood, are no l…
Chelsea's Hope Boxer Rescue • Monticello, NJ
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Fitz
WELCOME TO FOSTER LIFE, FITZ! Fitz was found as a stray and landed in a high-kill shelter, but thankfully, a village of amazing volunteers stepped up …
Chelsea's Hope Boxer Rescue • Monticello, NJ
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Tucker
Tucker 1 yr old mixed breed boy looking for a new home. Loves walks and playing with both humans and dogs. Likes his crate. Trained does multiple tric…
Rescue Ridge • Spring Lake, NJ
Luna - Pretty Girl
Luna is a sweet pup who is currently with our partner rescue in Louisiana but hoping to come to NJ soon with an approved foster or adopter. Meet Luna,…
Wag On Inn Rescue • Oakhurst, NJ
Pretzel - Sweetness overload
Pretzel is now in NJ and ready for her forever home Don’t let her name fool you… Pretzel will have you wrapped around her paw in no time. At about 2 y…
Wag On Inn Rescue • Oakhurst, NJ
VIDA (designer dog a JACKABEA)
SHE LOVES TO SNUGGLE CLOSE TO YOU. This beautiful little girl is ready to bring love, laughter, and endless puppy kisses into her forever home. Vida i…
Animal Sanctuary Society Inc. • Mt. Laurel, NJ
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Spencer Lonestar
Spencer is a handsome black‑coated pup who’s as shiny as he is sweet. He and his litter were dumped at night, but Spencer didn’t let that dim his spar…
Eleventh Hour Rescue • Rockaway, NJ
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Dotty Vern Lonestar
Dotty V was born to a stray mom, but she’s grown into a bright, happy girl with a zest for life. She’s smart, curious, and absolutely loves anything t…
Eleventh Hour Rescue • Rockaway, NJ
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Muppet Lonestar
Muppet may be the runt of his unplanned litter, but he’s overflowing with personality and sweetness. This adorable tan pup with a soft coat is cute, f…
Eleventh Hour Rescue • Rockaway, NJ
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Mork Lonestar
Meet Mork, the brindle‑coated cutie from an unplanned litter who’s already stealing hearts left and right. He’s a goofy, happy puppy with a big person…
Eleventh Hour Rescue • Rockaway, NJ
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Nellie Lonestar
Nellie showed up as a stray, unsure of where to go next, until a kind Good Samaritan took her in. She wasn’t the right fit for their home, but she mad…
Eleventh Hour Rescue • Rockaway, NJ
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Cannoli
🐾 Meet Cannoli! 🐾 This sweet girl is looking for her forever home! ❤️ Cannoli is a 9-month-old American Bully mix with so much love and personality …
All Mutts Matter Rescue • Berlin, NJ
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Ace - loving/laid back pittie
Ace is a loving boy looking for a new home. He is with our rescue partner in Louisiana. We do offer a foster-to-adopt trial for approved adopters. Mee…
Wag On Inn Rescue • Oakhurst, NJ
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Lisa - Loving Goofball
Lisa is with our rescue partner in Louisiana is available to come to NJ if we find a foster or adopter. Meet Lisa – the Life-Loving Goofball Who Got a…
Wag On Inn Rescue • Oakhurst, 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.
