Charlotte/ Fun & Entertainment
Published on March 27, 2020
6 cuddly canines to adopt now in CharlottePhotos: Petfinder

Interested in adopting a pet — or just looking at some precious puppies near you up for adoption? There are dozens of deserving puppies up for adoption at animal shelters in and around Charlotte.

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 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.)


Chloe, chihuahua and rat terrier mix

Chloe is a female chihuahua and rat terrier puppy staying at North Mecklenburg Animal Rescue.

Chloe is happy to keep company with kids, cats or dogs. She has been vaccinated. She's mastered her house-training etiquette.

Notes from Chloe's caretakers:

Like most small dogs, [Chloe] likes being close to her human. She also enjoys going for walks with her foster sister. Due to her size, we recommend a home with kids 10 and older.

Read more about how to adopt Chloe on Petfinder.

Roo, chihuahua and Jack Russell terrier mix

Roo is a female chihuahua and Jack Russell terrier puppy currently residing at North Mecklenburg Animal Rescue.

Roo is friendly as can be, and she'll get along great with your cats, dogs and kids. Her vaccinations are up to date. She is already house-trained.

From Roo's current caretaker:

[Roo] is a cheerful and loving four-month-old puppy who bounces around like a kangaroo. She likes to be wherever the action is and will not tolerate being left out. Roo is an active puppy who loves chasing her canine friends around in the yard. Then, she will happily snuggle on the couch with her people. 

Read more about how to adopt Roo on Petfinder.

Eliza, boxer and Labrador retriever mix

Eliza is a female boxer and Labrador retriever puppy in the care of North Mecklenburg Animal Rescue.

Eliza will get along great with other dogs. She's already vaccinated.

Eliza's current caretakers say:

Eliza is a social butterfly and enjoys both people and dogs. She is a happy girl with full puppy energy.

Apply to adopt Eliza today at Petfinder.

Kiley, boxer and hound mix

Kiley is a female boxer and hound puppy being cared for at Greater Charlotte SPCA.

Kiley is ready to make friends — she'll get along great with other dogs.

From Kiley's current caretaker:

Kiley is working on her house training and basic commands. She loves to play with other dogs and is also fine playing on her own.

Read more about how to adopt Kiley on Petfinder.

Orla, boxer

Orla is a winsome female boxer puppy currently residing at Greater Charlotte SPCA.

Orla will get along great with other dogs.

Notes from Orla's caretakers:

[Orla] is a little wary of people at first, but after she figures out you're okay, she's an enthusiastic snuggler. Orla would like a family who will play with her, teach her nice manners and give her lots of treats for a job well done.

Apply to adopt Orla today at Petfinder.

Moya, shepherd and Plott hound mix

Moya is a sweet female shepherd and Plott hound puppy being cared for at Greater Charlotte SPCA.

Moya loves other dogs. She has been vaccinated.

Moya's current caretakers say:

I am super sweet and love to cuddle. I get along well with the other dog in my foster home.

Read more about Moya on Petfinder.


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