Cricket
Good with Cats · Good with kids 13 and older · Housetrained · Crate trained · Petfinder 50% sponsorship · Active · Adventurous · Affectionate · Clever…
Perfectly Paired Pitties Rescue • York, PA
Dogs for Adoption in Pennsylvania
788 adoptable dogs listed by shelters and rescues in Pennsylvania. Showing 271–300 of 788 below.
Every dog in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania. Availability changes daily, so confirm directly with the organization before making plans.
50 shelters and rescues in Pennsylvania currently list dogs on Every Dog's Chance.
How adoption works in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania's dogs are listed mainly by rescue groups, with Yardley, Springdale and Kimberton among the busiest locations. Rescue adoptions usually run through foster homes and start with an application, which is different from a municipal shelter, where walk-in hours let you meet dogs the same day.
Open the profile, then contact the organization that has the dog. An application or a conversation tends to come first, followed by a meet and greet and an adoption fee set by that organization, which often covers spay or neuter and vaccinations. Since listings cluster in a handful of places, many groups help arrange transport within Pennsylvania for the right match. For that dog's history, requirements and availability, contact the organization on the profile.
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Rudy
Housetrained · Good with Dogs · Crate trained · Good with kids 13 and older · Petfinder 50% sponsorship · Active · Athletic · Food motivated · Shy · S…
Perfectly Paired Pitties Rescue • York, PA
Bruno
Adult-Only Home Preferred · Crate trained · Housetrained · Good on leash · Petfinder 50% sponsorship · Affectionate · Athletic · Food motivated · Inde…
Perfectly Paired Pitties Rescue • York, PA
Juni B. Bones (fka Junious)
Housetrained · Good with kids 13 and older · Good on leash · Crate trained · Good with kids 8 and over · Lives/lived with dog(s) · Single Dog Home · A…
Perfectly Paired Pitties Rescue • York, PA
Cardi
Crate trained · Housetrained · Good with kids 8 and over · Good on leash · Good with Cats · Good with Dogs · Good with kids 13 and older · Petfinder 5…
Perfectly Paired Pitties Rescue • York, PA
Lil Mary
Lil Mary and her sister, Winifred, are delightful, fun loving mixes of Boxer and English Bulldog, and, although they presently weigh 20 to 25 pounds, …
Crossing Paths Animal Rescue • Yardley, PA
Bella
What a fine dog Bella is! Bella in every way, looks and personality. She’s a 4-month-old Schnauzer mix weighing 25 pounds, and she’ll mature to 40 pou…
Crossing Paths Animal Rescue • Yardley, PA
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Rusty Dog
Pet Pantry of Lancaster County, Inc. • Lancaster, PA
Levi
9 years old. Gentle, calm, very socialized. Great with children, likes to spend time with you and play with toys. Good choice for a family with childr…
Lamancha Animal Rescue • Unionville, PA
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Pete
Meet our sweetest soul, Pete! This handsome boy came from Texas to what he thought was his forever home in Lancaster. Unfortunately Pete was too stron…
Pet Pantry of Lancaster County, Inc. • Lancaster, PA
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Pip
Pip is a 2 1/2 year old 74 lb neutered male American Staffordshire Terrier mix. He is dog friendly and people friendly! Just not cat friendly! He is h…
Rescue Pets Serving Vets, Inc • Benton, PA
Thor
“NO DOGS SHOULD LIVE ON CHAINS.”My name is Thor, and that is what was posted about me when I was rescued from a severe cruelty case back in September.…
Paws Across Pittsburgh • Springdale, PA
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Stevie
Stevie is a 1 yr old lab mix. He currently weighs 56#. He is heartworm negative. He is a sweet boy that is kid cat and dog friendly. He is also house …
Rescue Pets Serving Vets, Inc • Benton, PA
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Ira
Ira is a 2 yr old spayed female Boxer mix. She currently weighs 25#. She is heartworm negative and microchipped. We can cat test if needed. We don't k…
Rescue Pets Serving Vets, Inc • Benton, PA
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Grover
Grover is a 2yr old male neutered hound mix. He currently weighs 47#. He is heartworm negative and microchipped. He is female and male dog friendly. H…
Rescue Pets Serving Vets, Inc • Benton, PA
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Dunkin
Dunkin is a 5 yr old spayed female Boxer mix. She currently weighs 43#. She is heartworm negative and microchipped. She does seem to chase cats. She d…
Rescue Pets Serving Vets, Inc • Benton, PA
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Caine
Caine is a 1yr old pitbull mix. He currently weighs 43#. He is neutered and microchipped. He is a sweet boy who loves attention but is not fond of oth…
Rescue Pets Serving Vets, Inc • Benton, PA
Pickle
At just 3 months old and 18 pounds, Pickle is a lovable Lab mix with all the best qualities of a true Lab! She is affectionate, loyal, devoted to her …
Paws Across Pittsburgh • Springdale, PA
Dandy
Looking for a little dog with a BIG personality? Meet Dandy! Dandy is an 8-month-old Chihuahua mix who recently arrived at the shelter as a stray. Don…
Beaver County Humane Society • Center Township, PA
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NC/Tommy
National Brittany Rescue and Adoption Network • Curwensville, PA
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Scooby
Meet Scooby! 4 year old male cutie dachshund. His person is sick and she's unable to care for him, and she wants him to have the opportunity of a bett…
PA Pit Stop • Shillington, PA
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Macky
Macky is the most loving boy ever! He loves to play with both toys and other dogs. He is currently in a foster home learning basic training and he is …
2nd Chance 4 Life • Elizabethtown, PA
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Millie
Millie is currently in a foster home where she is learning basic training with her foster mom. She is the happiest girl ever and loves to receive and …
2nd Chance 4 Life • Elizabethtown, PA
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Spanky
Spanky is super sweet and learning his manners with his foster mom. He loves people and loves playing with other dogs. Hes full of energy and is alway…
2nd Chance 4 Life • Elizabethtown, PA
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Dumpling (Dim Sum Duo) 080826
Meet Dumpling! Breed: Heeler/Feist Mix Estimated DOB: 03/05/2026 Sex: Female (spayed) Weight: 20-25 lbs Currently up to date on all age appropriate va…
To Love a Canine Rescue, Inc. • Kimberton, PA
Bruce (B Buds) 082926
Meet Bruce! Breed: American Bulldog Mix DOB: 05/02/2026 Sex: Male (neutered) Weight: 35-40 lbs Currently up to date on all age appropriate vaccination…
To Love a Canine Rescue, Inc. • Kimberton, PA
Rafferty 082926
Meet Rafferty! Breed: Shepherd/Poodle Mix (Doodle) DOB: 03/17/2026 Sex: Male (neutered) Weight: 25–30 lbs Currently up to date on all age appropriate …
To Love a Canine Rescue, Inc. • Kimberton, PA
Milo Boo
Milo Boo came to us from his owner who could no longer care for him. He’s a 4-year-old, 13-pound Schnauzer mix with a sweet personality. He’s super lo…
Crossing Paths Animal Rescue • Yardley, PA
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Low-cost spay, neuter and vet care in Pennsylvania
Programs that help Pennsylvania 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 / neuterPennsylvania SPCA, Spay & Neuter (opens in a new tab) — Low-cost spay and neuter surgery packages at Pennsylvania SPCA locations in Philadelphia and Danville.
- Low-cost vet carePennsylvania SPCA, Veterinary Care (opens in a new tab) — Overview of the Pennsylvania SPCA veterinary clinic, vaccine clinics and spay and neuter services.
- Low-cost vet careHumane Animal Rescue of Pittsburgh, Veterinary Care (opens in a new tab) — Two Pittsburgh medical centers offering low-cost wellness exams, vaccines, dentistry and spay and neuter surgery.
- Spay / neuterHumane Pennsylvania, Affordable Spay/Neuter (opens in a new tab) — Affordable spay and neuter packages with vaccines and microchip at the Reading campus, by appointment request.
- Low-cost vet careAnimal Friends, Vet Clinic (opens in a new tab) — Pittsburgh wellness clinic offering affordable exams, vaccines and spay and neuter procedures for owned pets.
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Adopting a dog in Pennsylvania — FAQ
How do I adopt a dog in Pennsylvania?
Open any dog's profile to see which shelter or rescue is caring for them in Pennsylvania, 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 Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania?
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 Pennsylvania?
Yes. Most shelters and rescues in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania instead of adopting?
Many shelters and rescues in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania 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.
