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Peter
Meet the brady bunch! These 6 puppies were an "accidental litter" resulting from The owners maltipoo and her chihuahua mix breeding. They are roughly …
The Last Resort • Hewitt, NJ
Dogs for Adoption in New Jersey
876 adoptable dogs listed by shelters and rescues in New Jersey. Showing 751–780 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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Greg
Meet the brady bunch! These 6 puppies were an "accidental litter" resulting from The owners maltipoo and her chihuahua mix breeding. They are roughly …
The Last Resort • Hewitt, NJ
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Cindy
Meet the brady bunch! These 6 puppies were an "accidental litter" resulting from The owners maltipoo and her chihuahua mix breeding. They are roughly …
The Last Resort • Hewitt, NJ
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Jan
Meet the brady bunch! These 6 puppies were an "accidental litter" resulting from The owners maltipoo and her chihuahua mix breeding. They are roughly …
The Last Resort • Hewitt, NJ
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Marcia
Meet the brady bunch!! These 6 puppies were an "accidental litter" resulting from The owners maltipoo and her chihuahua mix breeding. They are roughly…
The Last Resort • Hewitt, NJ
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Chico
If you're looking for a 10 out of 10, look no further. Chico is an absolute delight to be around. He's a small guy at only about 12-13 pounds and the …
3 Hearts 4 Paws Animal Rescue • Morganville, NJ
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Princess
Meet Princess! Princess is a female husky who is looking for her loving forever home. She was pulled from a city shelter off of the euthanasia list. P…
Husky House • Matawan, NJ
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Sly
Meet Sly! Sly is a male husky puppy looking for his loving forever home. Sly was found injured in Old Bridge, NJ and was rushed to the vet by Husky Ho…
Husky House • Matawan, NJ
Clark
Meet Clark, the last puppy from our adorable Griswold litter still searching for his forever home. At just 7 months old, Clark has watched all of his …
4 Paws Dog Rescue • Newfield, NJ
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Buddy
MEET BUDDY!! This little nugget is 6 years old, 10 lbs. and deaf. Buddy is good with other dogs but doesn't want to be bothered by them. While he gree…
NJ South Hills Pet Rescue, Inc • Chester, NJ
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Brave
This is a courtesy post for the owner of this dog. You will not be adopting from Castle of Dreams Animal Rescue. Please contact the owner directly thr…
Castle of Dreams Animal Rescue • Cliffwood, NJ
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Kepsi
Meet Kepsi! Kepsi is a 5 year old black lab who is looking for his loving forever home. Kepsi’s previous owners brought him to a vet hospital to be eu…
Husky House • Matawan, NJ
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Copper
2 years old. Thank you for your interest in adopting a rescued Basset Hound! We ask all potential adopters to complete our application and approval pr…
Tri-State Basset Hound Rescue • Milmay, NJ
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Boe Boe
Please consider adopting BO. We saved him when he was hit by a car on the side of the road right here in Kinston NC. We are a rescue so our main goal …
No Paw Left Behind Animal Rescue • Jackson Township, NJ
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Lucca
Lucca is a young active fluffy dog. He is the size of a sheltie. He listens well, loves outside and is good with other dogs. He is between a small and…
No Paw Left Behind Animal Rescue • Jackson Township, NJ
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Peaches
Special Foster/Adopter Needed for Peaches We know this is a big ask. We know that when people read the words "medical needs" or "diaper baby," many wi…
Chelsea's Hope Boxer Rescue • Monticello, NJ
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Matthew
Meet Matthew! Matthew is a male husky who is looking for his loving forever home. Matthew and his brother Adam were dumped by their previous owners at…
Husky House • Matawan, NJ
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Adam
Meet Adam! Adam is a male husky who is looking for his loving forever home. Matthew and his brother Adam were dumped by their previous owners at a kil…
Husky House • Matawan, NJ
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Princessa
Meet Princessa! One of the newest members of the Husky House family, this beautiful girl is looking for a family of her own. While she’s a bit of a wa…
Husky House • Matawan, NJ
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Doug Athens
SPONSORED ADOPTION FEE **** Doug is an adorable mixed-breed boy with the softest soul to match his soft coat. Two years old and around 55 lbs, Doug is…
Eleventh Hour Rescue • Rockaway, NJ
Maui
Meet Maui, a 5 year old Bichon/Maltese mix. He came to Castle of Dreams from a local animal shelter when he was found as a stray in Rahway. Maui is lo…
Castle of Dreams Animal Rescue • Cliffwood, NJ
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Bu-Cee
3 Hearts 4 Paws Animal Rescue • Morganville, NJ
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Cassie
✨ Meet Cassie ✨Our beautiful brown-eyed girl is a stunning dark brindle sweetheart estimated to be 2–3 years old who came to us as a stray—and is now …
EASEL Animal Rescue League • Lawrenceville, NJ
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Sugar
Sugar is 38lb,1 yr 3 month lab hound from GA. She is an excellent dog who is housebroken, crate trained and loves people and dogs. She is high energy …
South Jersey Rescue • Gibbstown, NJ
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Jason - A Firecracker
Jason is with our rescue partner in Louisiana and can come to NJ if we find a foster or adopter after his heartworm treatment is completed in January.…
Wag On Inn Rescue • Oakhurst, NJ
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India - sweet soulful girl
India is a beautiful lab mix who is with our partner rescue in LA and can come to NJ if we find a foster or adopter. India is pure joy wrapped in fur.…
Wag On Inn Rescue • Oakhurst, NJ
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Brocho - A Total Sweetheart
Brocho is with our rescue partner in Louisiana and can come to NJ if we find a foster or adopter. Brocho is an easygoing, loving boy who gets along wo…
Wag On Inn Rescue • Oakhurst, NJ
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Pocco- Personality plus
Wag On Inn Rescue • Oakhurst, NJ
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Indiana
Meet Indiana! Indiana is a 2-4 year old female husky who is looking for her loving forever home. Indiana was found in a park after being dumped out of…
Husky House • Matawan, 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.
