Interested in adopting a pet — or just looking at some lovable dogs up for adoption? There are dozens of endearing dogs up for adoption at animal shelters in and around Baltimore.
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.)
Socks, beagle mix
Socks is an adorable female beagle mix staying at MAS Rescue.
She's been vaccinated and spayed, and she is already house-trained.
Notes from her caretaker:
She loves attention and loves to go for walks. She is very affectionate and likes to sit on my lap. She's playful, loves squeaky toys and enjoys playing fetch.
Apply to adopt Socks today at Petfinder.
Bubbles_La, Maltese mix
Bubbles_La is a handsome male Maltese mix staying at Animal Allies Rescue Foundation (AARF).
Bubbles_La plays well with others, and he'll get along great with your kids, cats or dogs. He has been vaccinated and neutered, and he's already house-trained.
Notes on Bubbles_La:
I am about 9 years old and 14 pounds, but because I am brand new to these parts, there's not much more known about me just yet.
Read more about how to adopt Bubbles_La on Petfinder.
Estelle, miniature poodle mix
Estelle is a female miniature poodle mix currently housed at Animal Allies Rescue Foundation (AARF).
Estelle is ready to make friends, and she gets along well with children, cats or dogs. She is spayed, has had all her shots, and she has mastered her house-training etiquette.
Read more about her on Petfinder.
Blair, Plott hound mix
Blair is a darling female Plott hound mix being cared for at MAS Rescue.
She has been vaccinated and spayed, and she is house-trained.
Notes from Blair's caretakers:
Blair has done well with other dogs in her previous and current foster homes, and with a young child in her previous foster home. She loves to play, cuddle and sprint after squirrels and rabbits in the backyard.
Read more about how to adopt Blair on Petfinder.
Gracie, American Staffordshire terrier
Gracie is a female American Staffordshire terrier dog staying at Adopt a Homeless Animal Rescue.
Gracie loves other dogs. Adopt a Homeless Animal Rescue, however, recommends she be placed in a home without small children. She's already house-trained, spayed and vaccinated.
Here's what her friends think of her:
Gracie is the definition of a loyal dog. She is naturally affectionate and wants to bond with her humans.
Apply to adopt Gracie today at Petfinder.
Maliha, pit bull terrier and hound mix
Maliha is a female pit bull terrier and hound mix being cared for at Pitties and Purrs.
Maliha is eager to make friends — she gets along well with other dogs. She is spayed, vaccinated and house-trained.
More about her:
I am a laid-back and chill older gal. I appreciate very short walks just to go potty and then I like to get back to my couch. I also like to sleep and cuddle on my folks' bed.
Read more about Maliha on Petfinder.
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