Washington, D.C./ Fun & Entertainment
Published on April 24, 2020
5 lovable dogs to adopt now in WashingtonPhotos: Petfinder

Start your day off right by browsing through cuddly canines! There are dozens of dogs 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 dogs 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.)


Sam, Labrador retriever and Rhodesian ridgeback mix

Sam is a handsome male Labrador retriever and Rhodesian ridgeback mix being kept at K-9 Lifesavers.

Sam gets along well with other dogs. He is already neutered, and he has had all his shots.

From Sam's current caretaker:

Sam is an energetic, happy, big pup who would love a securely fenced home where he has lots of play and exercise, preferably with another dog for company. He's a very affectionate guy who's eager to take on all life has to offer. 

Read more about how to adopt Sam on Petfinder.

Flip Flop, Labrador retriever mix

Flip Flop is a female Labrador retriever mix staying at Lucky Dog Animal Rescue.

Flip Flop is happy to keep company with other dogs. Her vaccinations are already up to date, and she's spayed.

Notes on Flip Flop:

I am looking for someone who will give me the love and attention I deserve. I would love to have someone who likes to take walks, play fetch and go to the dog park. I am not as young as some of my friends, but I am still a sweet, playful girl who needs to be around other dogs and people.

Apply to adopt Flip Flop today at Petfinder.

Laura, pit bull terrier mix

Laura is an adorable female pit bull terrier mix being kept at Lucky Dog Animal Rescue.

Laura is a social butterfly — she gets along well with other dogs. Laura is already spayed, and she has had all her shots.

Notes from Laura's caretakers:

Laura is super high energy and just about the sweetest girl you can meet. She absolutely loves to play and will thrive with a family who wants to take her to doggy day care, dog parks, hikes, swims and everything else.

Read more about Laura on Petfinder.

Beatrice, cattle dog and miniature pinscher mix

Beatrice is a lovable female cattle dog and miniature pinscher mix in the care of K-9 Lifesavers.

Beatrice 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.

Here's what Beatrice's friends at K-9 Lifesavers think of her:

Beatrice is hoping for a forever home where she has enough room outdoors to run with the wind, chase off uninvited critters and hang out with her people. This young girl has such a big, loving heart. Will you open your heart (and home) to her as well?

Read more about Beatrice on Petfinder.

Duke, mixed breed

Duke is a handsome male mixed breed dog being kept at City Dogs Rescue & City Kitties.

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

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

Duke is 1 year old. He is playful, sweet, fun and loving.

Read more about how to adopt Duke on Petfinder.


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