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Puppies in Washington looking for their fur-ever homes

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Published on June 25, 2019
Puppies in Washington looking for their fur-ever homesPhotos: Petfinder

Interested in adopting a pet — or just gazing at some cuddle-hungry puppies? There are dozens of deserving puppies up for adoption at animal shelters in and around Washington.

Animal shelters work hard to care for unhoused pets and connect them to loving homes. Hoodline used data from Petfinder to power this roundup of puppies currently available for adoption.

(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.)


Velocity, terrier mix

Velocity is a handsome male terrier puppy currently housed at Lucky Dog Animal Rescue.

Velocity is ready to make friends, and he's happy to keep company with kids, cats or dogs. He already has all of his shots.

His current caretakers say:

Velocity is looking for a loving family who is home most of the time to provide care, cuddles, long walks and daily trips to the dog park when he's old enough. (He) especially can't wait to have a bed and toys of his own and to curl up with you after a long day of playing. 

Read more about Velocity on Petfinder.

Smalls, terrier mix

Smalls is a sweet male terrier puppy currently residing at Lucky Dog Animal Rescue.

Smalls is ready to make friends, and he's happy to keep company with other dogs. He has been vaccinated.

Notes on Smalls:

My perfect family would take me on lots of walks, trips to the dog park/sandlot ... and have a nice comfy spot on the couch.

Read more about how to adopt Smalls on Petfinder.

Pugsley, terrier mix

Pugsley is a sweet male terrier puppy staying at Lucky Dog Animal Rescue.

Pugsley plays well with others — he's happy to keep company with other dogs. His vaccinations are up to date.

More about Pugsley:

I'm just full of energy and love and can't wait to help you hit your daily step goal. Don't forget, I'm young and impressionable, so lots of training, patience and time will be crucial. 

Read more about how to adopt Pugsley on Petfinder.

Pupcake, terrier mix

Pupcake is a female terrier puppy staying at Lucky Dog Animal Rescue.

Pupcake will get along great with other dogs. She has been vaccinated.

From her current caretaker:

The puppies love toys and keep themselves entertained. They do really well in the crate and are getting better at potty training already. They are sleeping through the night as well.

Apply to adopt Pupcake today at Petfinder.

Flo, Australian shepherd and Australian cattle dog mix

Flo is a charming female Australian shepherd and Australian cattle dog puppy staying at Lucky Dog Animal Rescue.

Flo gets along well with other dogs. She is vaccinated.

Notes on Flo:

If the shelter is right about my breed mix, I am going to be a very energetic dog, so I'll need a family that is willing and able to do way more than just walks. I'm dreaming of runs, nose work and maybe agility training. 

Read more about Flo on Petfinder.

Violet, mixed breed

Violet is a female mixed breed puppy in the care of City Dogs Rescue & City Kitties.

Violet is happy to keep company with other dogs. She's been vaccinated.

Read more about how to adopt Violet on Petfinder.

Rogue, beagle mix

Rogue is a lovable male beagle mix puppy in the care of City Dogs Rescue & City Kitties.

Rogue is a social animal — he loves cats and dogs. He's been vaccinated.

Here's what his friends at City Dogs Rescue & City Kitties think of him:

Rogue is is a happy little dude who will shower you in kisses. 

Apply to adopt Rogue today at Petfinder.


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