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Looking to adopt a pet? Here are 7 lovable pups to adopt now in Washington

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Published on September 27, 2019
Looking to adopt a pet? Here are 7 lovable pups to adopt now in WashingtonPhotos: Petfinder

Interested in adopting a pet — or just taking a peek at some cuddly canines up for adoption? There are dozens of deserving dogs up for adoption at animal shelters in and around Washington.

Animal shelters and pet rescue groups work hard to care for unhoused pets and connect them to loving homes. Hoodline used data from Petfinder to power this roundup of dogs 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.)


Gail-Girl, pit bull terrier mix

Gail-Girl is a female pit bull terrier mix staying at City Dogs Rescue & City Kitties.

Gail-Girl is the life of the party, and she gets along well with other dogs. She is spayed and vaccinated, and she has mastered her house-training etiquette.

From Gail-Girl's current caretaker:

Gail-Girl lives for toys and bones and enjoys playing with her foster brother. She is an energetic dog who would do great in an active household, or where there is another dog she can play with. She loves going for walks and being outside.

Apply to adopt Gail-Girl today at Petfinder.

Sookie, Labrador retriever mix

Sookie is a sweet female Labrador retriever mix currently housed at Lucky Dog Animal Rescue.

Sookie is the life of the party — she's happy to keep company with other dogs. Her vaccinations are up to date, and she's spayed.

Notes on Sookie:

I would love to go to a family where there's another dog to teach me all about what being a dog is supposed to be like. I'd also love to go for lots of walks and have trips to the dog park to make more friends.

Apply to adopt Sookie today at Petfinder.

Olivia, beagle mix

Olivia is a charming female beagle mix currently housed at Lucky Dog Animal Rescue.

Olivia is a social animal, and she's happy to keep company with other dogs. She is already spayed, and she has had all her shots.

More about Olivia:

I'd love a family that would take me for long walks. I love nature and would love to hike and explore with you. I'm a social gal, so trips to the dog park where I can make friends would be a dream come true. 

Read more about Olivia on Petfinder.

Julie, feist mix

Julie is a sweet female feist mix being cared for at Lucky Dog Animal Rescue.

Julie gets along well with other dogs, and she is already spayed and vaccinated.

Julie's current caretakers say:

Julie can't wait to go to the dog park. She's looking forward to curling up with you on the couch after a long day at work — could you be the one? 

Apply to adopt Julie today at Petfinder.

Spice, Labrador retriever mix

Spice is a sweet male Labrador retriever mix being kept at Lucky Dog Animal Rescue.

Spice is a social animal, and he'll get along great with your other dogs. He's already neutered and vaccinated.

Notes on Spice:

I'm looking forward to playing with my mom or dad or family, maybe even with lots of toys. I'd love to go on long walks a couple times a day, with possibly a chance to play with my doggie friends too. 

Apply to adopt Spice today at Petfinder.

Willa, feist mix

Willa is an adorable female feist mix currently housed at Lucky Dog Animal Rescue.

Willa is a social butterfly — she gets along well with other dogs. Her vaccinations are up to date, and she is spayed.

More on Willa:

I'm looking for a family who appreciates a spirited dog that is very loyal. 

Read more about how to adopt Willa on Petfinder.

Russell, Boykin spaniel mix

Russell is a sweet male Boykin spaniel mix currently residing at Lucky Dog Animal Rescue.

Russell is happy to keep company with other dogs. He has had all of his shots, and he's neutered.

Notes from Russell's caretakers:

Russell needs to go to a home with a confident resident dog so he can learn the ropes of being a dog; he cannot go to a home with children under 12.

Read more about how to adopt Russell on Petfinder.


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