Zeus
Our boy Zeus is ready to find his forever home. If you follow our page regularly, you may already know his story. He originally came to us from a loca…
Pixie Mamas Rescue • Buffalo, NY
Dogs for Adoption in New York
974 adoptable dogs listed by shelters and rescues in New York. Showing 481–510 of 974 below.
Every dog in New York 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 York. Availability changes daily, so confirm directly with the organization before making plans.
49 shelters and rescues in New York currently list dogs on Every Dog's Chance.
How adoption works in New York
Rescue groups post most of the dogs listed in New York, and many are around Brewster, New York City and Whitestone. A rescue group usually keeps dogs in foster homes, so the first step is an application and a conversation rather than a visit. Municipal shelters, by contrast, tend to keep walk-in hours where you can meet dogs directly.
Open the profile and 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 gathered in a few areas, many groups help arrange transport within the state for the right match. For that dog's history, requirements and availability, ask the organization on the profile.
974 dogs in New York — page 17 of 33
Willow Spring
Willow was born around January 19, 2026, and might weigh in the 40-pound range when done filling out. Willow is a typical Border Collie and has a ton …
Joyful Rescues, Inc. • Cuba, NY
Nina (TX)
Nina (TX) is a female chihuahua mix estimated by our vet to be approximately 8 weeks old as of July 2026. She is good with people and other dogs. Nna …
Rescue Dogs Rock, Inc • New York, NY
Ozzy
Meet Ozzy, the life of the party with the biggest personality and the most beautiful big blue eyes! At just 2–3 months old, Ozzy is a playful, energet…
Rescue City • Brooklyn, NY
Cadet
I'm Cadet I arrived 8/23 to Long Island with my 4 siblings. My siblings Rebel and Sarge are also available for adoption. I went to the Hamptons Classi…
Last Chance Animal Rescue • Holbrook, NY
Sarge
MEET SARGE! Just 3 months old and under 10 lbs , Sarge is one seriously adorable little guy! His foster says he is an amazing puppy — he’s had no acci…
Last Chance Animal Rescue • Holbrook, NY
Rolo
At just 3 months old, this super fluffy, incredibly soft little guy is all about enjoying life. Rolo is: very treat motivated he's smart and eager to …
Last Chance Animal Rescue • Holbrook, NY
Eli
Eli is a happy, playful boy under 6 months old and weighing under 30 pounds. He has a sweet, affectionate personality and loves spending time with peo…
Last Chance Animal Rescue • Holbrook, NY
Orchid
Orchid is such an amazing Babygirl! She's never met a stranger everyone is her friend. She instantly melts into your arms wanting a belly rub. She lea…
Last Chance Animal Rescue • Holbrook, NY
Wally
Just before the Fourth of July, Wally arrived at @nycacc with a wound on his leg, likely from spending far too long confined in a space and starting t…
Rescue City • Brooklyn, NY
Sparky
Sparky has been so lucky to spend this time in foster homes that have helped him grow into the dog he is today, after he was surrendered by a family w…
Rescue City • Brooklyn, NY
Robinson
Robinson is almost 4 months old, is growing into those adorably oversized paws, all legs, all heart, and already over 26 pounds. This boy lives to mak…
Rescue City • Brooklyn, NY
Patriot
Calling all confident resident dogs who want their owners to adopt their next bestie. Now 7 months old and around 30 pounds, Patriot has been growing …
Rescue City • Brooklyn, NY
Oreo
Oreo is a 9 month old, 34 pound hound/Australian Shepherd mix who is spayed, fully vetted, and ready to find her forever person. She is still very muc…
Rescue City • Brooklyn, NY
Madison
Madison is a 20 lb, 3.5 month old sensitive angel princess and a professional cozy girl. She LOVES fetch, chewing on carrots, solving treat puzzles, a…
Rescue City • Brooklyn, NY
At Risk
Jessa
WAIVED ADOPTION FEE! Five years ago, we told Jessa her forever was coming. She got so excited for her meet and greet, and waited patiently for the fam…
Rescue City • Brooklyn, NY
Heidi
Heidi is an almost 3 month old pup with a BIG personality, Now over 10 lbs and growing, Heidi is confident, playful, affectionate and completely convi…
Rescue City • Brooklyn, NY
Bing Bong
Don't let his tiny size fool you, Bing Bong has enough charm packed into his 7.5 pound frame to light up an entire room. This adorable 6 year old Terr…
Rescue City • Brooklyn, NY
Lena
LENA is a 1 yr. old, petite, 42lb pit bull terrier. Lena spent the first year of her life in a crate, literally. That's no joke. Suffice it to say, sh…
Beastly Rescue • Brooklyn, NY
Arlo
ARLO is a 90lb, 5yr old Mastiff mixed with Black Mouth Cur who has not had the best life at home which is why we are helping a friend by trying to reh…
Beastly Rescue • Brooklyn, NY
Terri
TERRI is a 4 year old, 10 pound wired-haired Jack Russell Terrier. The things Terri has going for her is that she loves everyone, including other dogs…
Beastly Rescue • Brooklyn, NY
Margo (NY-Shari)
Interested in this dog? Your new pet is fostered in Yorkville, NY - Contact Sarah (call or text) at 908-745-9191 or you can email her at sarah@eastcoa…
East Coast Adoption Agency • SHERBURNE, NY
Malcolm (NY-Shari)
Interested in this dog? Your new pet is fostered in Yorkville, NY - Contact Sarah (call or text) at 908-745-9191 or you can email her at sarah@eastcoa…
East Coast Adoption Agency • SHERBURNE, NY
Patch (GA)
Patch (GA) is a 3yearold male brindle mixed breed (possibly Shih Tzu/Brussels Griffon??) who was recently rescued from a shelter — and he would like t…
Rescue Dogs Rock, Inc • New York, NY
Pixel
Pixel has been staying with a foster family and loving summer on the Island. He is great with all that he meets. Pixel is waiting for his forever fami…
Last Chance Animal Rescue • Holbrook, NY
Kyli (GA)
Kyli (GA) is the kind of tiny soul who makes you stop in your tracks. At just 12 weeks old (as of midAugust 2026), this little Shepherd mix has alread…
Rescue Dogs Rock, Inc • New York, NY
Praline (AL)
Praline (AL) is the kind of puppy who makes you smile before you even realize you’re doing it. Estimated to be just 7 weeks old at intake in midJuly 2…
Rescue Dogs Rock, Inc • New York, NY
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Low-cost spay, neuter and vet care in New York
Programs that help New York 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 / neuterNYC Health Low Cost Spay and Neuter Clinics (opens in a new tab) — City page on free or low-cost spay and neuter for dogs and cats, with a list of affordable clinics.
- Low-cost vet careASPCA Veterinary and Spay/Neuter Services in New York City (opens in a new tab) — ASPCA hospital, community clinics and mobile spay and neuter clinic serving low-income New York City residents.
- Help paying for careMayor's Alliance for NYC's Animals Low-cost Veterinary Care (opens in a new tab) — Directory of reduced-cost veterinary clinics and financial assistance programs for New York City pet owners.
- Help paying for careLollypop Farm Pet Financial Assistance (opens in a new tab) — Humane Society of Greater Rochester page listing veterinary financial aid programs for the Rochester area.
- Low-cost vet careSPCA Serving Erie County Lipsey Veterinary Clinic (opens in a new tab) — Affordable non-emergency veterinary services including exams, vaccines and spay and neuter in the Buffalo area.
Dogs available in other states
Adopting a dog in New York — FAQ
How do I adopt a dog in New York?
Open any dog's profile to see which shelter or rescue is caring for them in New York, 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 York 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 York?
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 York?
Yes. Most shelters and rescues in New York 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 York instead of adopting?
Many shelters and rescues in New York 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 York 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.
