Washington, D.C./ Fun & Entertainment
Published on December 20, 2019
6 adorable pups to adopt now in WashingtonPhotos: Petfinder

Start your day off right with some pictures of precious puppies near you! There are dozens of puppies up for adoption right here in Washington.

Hoodline partnered with Petfinder, an online adoption site that lists “more than 315,000 adoptable pets from nearly 14,000 animal shelters and rescue groups" to bring you this roundup of puppies near you.

(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.)


Ellie, terrier mix

Ellie is a sweet female terrier puppy in the care of Lucky Dog Animal Rescue.

She gets along well with other dogs. She has been vaccinated.

Notes on Ellie:

I would love for my forever family to take me on lots of walks, plenty of trips to the dog park, give me a chance to prove myself in obedience class and a comfy human to cuddle up to.

Read more about how to adopt Ellie on Petfinder.

Giblet, Labrador retriever mix

Giblet is a female Labrador retriever puppy currently housed at Lucky Dog Animal Rescue.

She loves to socialize — she's happy to keep company with other dogs. She already has had all of her shots.

From her current caretaker:

Are you ready to wiggle the days away with a sweet puppy by your side? Are you ready for unconditional love forever? Then this pup is for you. 

Read more about Giblet on Petfinder.

Gatsby, Labrador retriever mix

Gatsby is a male Labrador retriever puppy currently residing at Lucky Dog Animal Rescue.

Gatsby gets along well with other dogs. He has been vaccinated.

Read more about how to adopt Gatsby on Petfinder.

Jig, shepherd mix

Jig is a male shepherd puppy staying at Lucky Dog Animal Rescue.

Jig gets along well with other dogs. He has been vaccinated.

More about him:

All I want this year is a forever family to take me on lots of walks and plenty of trips to the dog park.

Apply to adopt Jig today at Petfinder.

Kiwi, terrier and Jack Russell terrier mix

Kiwi is a sweet female terrier and Jack Russell terrier puppy currently housed at Lucky Dog Animal Rescue.

She gets along well with other dogs. She has had all her shots.

Notes on Kiwi:

Disregard my current outward appearance. I have a little demodex mange and have been treated for it. My hair will grow back and my outside will match my inside.

Apply to adopt Kiwi today at Petfinder.

Mikey, Australian shepherd mix

Mikey is a male Australian shepherd puppy staying at Lucky Dog Animal Rescue.

Mikey loves to socialize — he's happy to keep company with other dogs. He has been vaccinated.

More about him:

Are you ready to stuff my stocking with lots of treats and toys? And give me all the Christmas cuddles I could dream of? If so, I promise a lifetime of love and licks. Remember, I'm still an energetic impressionable pup, so I'll need plenty of exercise, time and training

Read more about Mikey on Petfinder.


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