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Gianna
Gianna was running around a trailer park with a group of dogs, no owners people just would throw food at them. We were able to catch them all and brou…
No Paw Left Behind Animal Rescue • Jackson Township, NJ
Dogs for Adoption in New Jersey
876 adoptable dogs listed by shelters and rescues in New Jersey. Showing 841–870 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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Gina
Gina was running around a trailer park with a group of dogs, no owners people just would throw food at them. We were able to catch them all and brough…
No Paw Left Behind Animal Rescue • Jackson Township, NJ
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Mars
Little guy was running around in a trailer park in North Carolina along wth 12 other pups with no homes. We took them in, treated them for mange, up t…
No Paw Left Behind Animal Rescue • Jackson Township, NJ
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Pluto
This little guy was rescued with a bunch others in a trailer park running wild. We were about to catch all 13 of them. They are yorkie mixes and chis.…
No Paw Left Behind Animal Rescue • Jackson Township, NJ
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Wemberly
ADOPT Wemberly: This wiggly wonder is a proud graduate of Bucks Dog Training of Central New Jersey where she mastered her manners — heel, stay, place …
One Love Animal Rescue • Mount Laurel, NJ
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Eddie
Meet Eddie! Eddie is a male husky who was abandoned by his previous owners at a vet office a few days before Christmas 2023. They threw him into the v…
Husky House • Matawan, NJ
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Willow
Meet Willow! Willow is a pomsky puppy who is looking for her loving forever home. She was saved from a puppy mill along with her two littermates, and …
Husky House • Matawan, NJ
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Toby - Totally Pawsome
Toby is a sweet, loving, playful boy who is looking for a home! Toby is in a NJ foster home. Toby LOVES other dogs! In fact, his new family must have …
Wag On Inn Rescue • Oakhurst, NJ
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Sonny
Meet Sonny! Sonny is a coon hound mix who is just as sweet as can be. Sonny loves to walk and cuddle, and play with other 4 legged friends. He loves c…
Husky House • Matawan, NJ
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Sandy
Adoption fee sponsored by a generous donor! Just look at that smile! Meet Sandy, our energetic and affectionate girl who's found herself at our shelte…
Eleventh Hour Rescue • Rockaway, NJ
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Mark
Mark was recently relinquished with a broken leg that he sustained in the home. Successful surgery was done on the leg at NorthStar. Mark is in need o…
Greyhound Friends of NJ, Inc. • Millsboro DELAWARE, NJ
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Skylar
Beautiful Skylar is looking for her furever home. Skylar is an 3-year-old Hound Pittie mix. Skylar is a sweet and affectionate girl. Skylar would be b…
Rescue Ridge • Spring Lake, NJ
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Dylan
Dylan is a big, handsome guy hailing from Georgia. He is believed to have been dumped in a volunteers neighborhood where he stayed and hung out until …
The Last Resort • Hewitt, NJ
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Coral
Coral, our longest DBU tenure, has been patiently for years for her forever family to come along. Despite her long wait, she knows the perfect forever…
Don't Bully Us Rescue • Wenonah, NJ
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Beezie
Beezie is such a love! She is a great age at about 6 months and is currently about 35 lbs! She is house trained and crate trained! She does well with …
The Last Resort • Hewitt, NJ
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Brock Lonestar
SPONSORED ADOPTION FEE **** Meet Brock, a handsome pup who is as sweet and playful as he is charming. This 3 year old boy has moved around a lot in hi…
Eleventh Hour Rescue • Rockaway, NJ
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Marshall
Meet Marshall! Marshall was adopted from us a few years ago and unfortunately was recently returned due to the youngest child in the home being allerg…
4 Paws Dog Rescue • Newfield, NJ
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Lizzie
Meet Lizzie! Lizzie is a female husky who was surrendered from her previous owner to a shelter and was then pulled by Husky House. She enjoys playing …
Husky House • Matawan, NJ
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Sophie
.This stunning girl is Sophie! Sophie is a sweet and friendly 5-year-old Pittie mix. Sophie loves people and is waiting for a family of her own to sho…
Rescue Ridge • Spring Lake, NJ
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Olive Mini Pittie
Meet Olive: the pint-sized, heart-melting bundle of joy who's proof that good things come in small, cuddly packages! At 4 years old and 30 lbs, this l…
Eleventh Hour Rescue • Rockaway, NJ
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Lager
NOTE: If you see this post, we are still taking applications. If interested, please visit our site directly rather than going thru a search engine lik…
S&L Animal Rescue, Inc. • Pittstown, NJ
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Sasha
This girl is sweet as can be. She came from a hoarding situation in Louisianna. She loves being outside, great with other dogs, sweet and so gentle. S…
No Paw Left Behind Animal Rescue • Jackson Township, NJ
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Trixie
NOTE: If you are seeing this posting, she's still available :) Meet Trixie! We were told she was born on 1/11/22. Her mom looked to be a boston terrie…
S&L Animal Rescue, Inc. • Pittstown, NJ
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Cary
Meet Cary! A Pomsky, she was surrendered to Husky House from another rescue after initially being saved from a puppy mill. Cary is understandably nerv…
Husky House • Matawan, NJ
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Juliana
Hi! My name is Juliana! I'm about 4 years old, 78 lbs. and housetrained. I am timid though, so I need a special home, one with another dog (or dogs), …
NJ South Hills Pet Rescue, Inc • Chester, NJ
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Panda
Have you ever wanted a cuddly panda of your own? May we direct your attention to our very own Panda? Panda is a sweet and affectionate 5.5 year old gi…
EASEL Animal Rescue League • Lawrenceville, NJ
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Luna
6 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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Jemma
4 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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June aka Juno
Meet June, a beautiful 5-year-old Malinois mix dog. She is approximately 60 lbs. of pure love. Juno was adopted from Rescue Ridge 3 years ago, but sad…
Rescue Ridge • Spring Lake, NJ
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Rocky
Meet Rocky, your perfect mix of brains and goofiness wrapped in a big, affectionate, lap-loving package! At 5 years old and 60 lbs, Rocky still thinks…
Eleventh Hour Rescue • Rockaway, 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.
