Looking to add a new companion to the family? There are dozens of lovable pups up for adoption at animal shelters in and around Tucson, so you won't have to look far to find the perfect new pal.
Hoodline used data from Petfinder to power this roundup of dogs available for adoption near you. Read on to meet some friendly, furry locals.
(Details like pet availability, training, vaccinations and other features are based on data provided by Petfinder and may be subject to change; contact the shelter for the latest information.)
Totem, Jack Russell terrier and chihuahua mix
Totem is a male Jack Russell terrier and chihuahua mix in the care of Cold Wet Noses Fosters.
Totem is the life of the party, and he's happy to keep company with other dogs. His vaccinations are up to date, and he is neutered. He is already house-trained.
Here's what Totem's friends at Cold Wet Noses Fosters think of him:
Totem is around three years old and about 12 lbs. He is very friendly and likes to give kisses and sleep with you or in a comfy bed. He will greet you when you come home by dancing and wagging his tail.
Read more about how to adopt Totem on Petfinder.
Dozer, pit bull terrier
Dozer is a male pit bull terrier dog being kept at Smiling Dog Rescue.
Dozer is a social animal — he's happy to keep company with other dogs. Fear not: He is already house-trained. He is already neutered and vaccinated.
Here's what Dozer's friends at Smiling Dog Rescue think of him:
Dozer is only 10 months old and is an amazing boy. He loves people and children and gets very attached. He enjoys snuggling on the sofa, and he's always up for a good back scratching. He is a dream to walk on a leash. He is also super smart and learns new tricks quickly.
Apply to adopt Dozer today at Petfinder.
Sugar, pit bull terrier mix
Sugar is a lovable female pit bull terrier mix being kept at Smiling Dog Rescue.
Sugar wants all your attention: She'll need a home free of other dogs and cats. She does do well with children. Have no fear: She's already house-trained. Sugar is spayed and vaccinated.
From Sugar's current caretaker:
Sugar is very loving and devoted to her people and will follow you to the ends of the earth. She is a wonderful companion and soul mate.
Lucia, greyhound
Lucia is a female greyhound dog currently residing at Southern Arizona Greyhound Adoption.
Lucia is eager to make friends — she loves cats and dogs. She's mastered her house-training etiquette. She is vaccinated and spayed.
Here's what Lucia's friends at Southern Arizona Greyhound Adoption think of her:
Lucia is a mellow girl who is very laid back and would be a great dog for a senior citizen.
Read more about how to adopt Lucia on Petfinder.
Sprocket, American Staffordshire terrier
Sprocket is a male American Staffordshire terrier dog staying at Smiling Dog Rescue.
No other pets please: Sprocket is looking for a family without other dogs or cats. He has been vaccinated and neutered. He's mastered his house-training etiquette.
Sprocket's current caretakers say:
Sprocket loves his routine and would thrive in a calm and experienced home as an only pet. He is currently in boarding at the wonderful Sol Dog Training in Tucson — he is very smart and learning everything.
Apply to adopt Sprocket today at Petfinder.
Chispa, chow chow mix
Chispa is a lovable female chow chow mix being cared for at Cold Wet Noses Fosters.
Chispa is a social animal, and she'll get along great with your other dogs. She is vaccinated and spayed. She's mastered her house-training etiquette.
Chispa's current caretakers say:
Chispa is a 35 lb. girl who loves her belly scratched. She loves people and food.
Read more about how to adopt Chispa on Petfinder.
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