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Published on May 08, 2020
7 cuddly canines to adopt now in New York CityPhotos: Petfinder

Looking to add a new companion to the family? There are dozens of lovable pups up for adoption at animal shelters in and around New York City, so you won't have to look far to find the perfect fit.

Hoodline used data from Petfinder to power this roundup of dogs available for adoption near you. Read on to meet some friendly, furry locals.

(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.)


Tiger, pit bull terrier mix

Tiger is an adorable male pit bull terrier mix in the care of Ready For Rescue.

Tiger will get along great with other dogs. He is already house-trained, neutered and vaccinated.

Here's what his friends think of him:

His foster reports that he is very well behaved, doesn't bark or chew anything up in the home. Her daughter even hand feeds him, he's a very gentle guy!

Read more about Tiger on Petfinder.

Stella, pit bull terrier mix

Stella is a female pit bull terrier mix being kept at Rebound Hounds.

Her vaccinations are up-to-date, and she has mastered her house-training etiquette.

Stella's current caretakers say:

This beautiful pitty girl is super sweet and lovable and looking for a new forever home. Unfortunately, her present owner can no longer keep her, but truly wants to see her in a loving, caring forever home.

Apply to adopt Stella today at Petfinder.

Gemma, shepherd mix

Gemma is a female shepherd mix in the care of Rescue Dogs Rock NYC.

Gemma will get along great with your other dogs. Good news: She is already house-trained and vaccinated.

Here's what her friends think of her:

Poor Gemma was hit by a car, dragged and ended up on the side of the road severely injured and left alone to die. Gemma had to have partial amputation of one of her front legs, since the damage was too severe, but she has a prosthetic and it doesn't slow her down! She has not let this experience and trauma affect her sweet and playful demeanor.

Read more about how to adopt Gemma on Petfinder.

Leila, pit bull terrier mix

Leila is a lovable female pit bull terrier mix staying at Rescue Dogs Rock NYC.

Leila gets along well with other dogs. Rescue Dogs Rock NYC, however, wants to place her in a home without small children. Good news: She is already house-trained and vaccinated.

Here's what her friends think of her:

Leila has had a very rough start to life and has been working very hard with a behaviorist to erase the remnants of that life. Leila absolutely loves other dogs, and she must have a doggy sibling in her forever home. Her forever place will be a single-family home in a quiet neighborhood with a fenced-in yard and no young children.

Apply to adopt Leila today at Petfinder.

Poppy, poodle mix

Poppy is a female poodle mix currently housed at Bully Project.

Poppy loves other dogs. Bully Project, however, thinks she will do best in a home without small children. She's mastered her house-training etiquette, and she has had all her shots.

Here's what her friends think of her:

Poppy is a lovely gal who loves long walks and learning new tricks. She is as smart as they come. She likes routine and low-key homes. Poppy would love to land in a home with another social pooch! 

Read more about how to adopt Poppy on Petfinder.

Miss Piggy, terrier mix

Miss Piggy is a female terrier mix being cared for at Project Pet, Inc.

Her vaccinations are up-to-date, and she is spayed. She is already house-trained, too.

Apply to adopt Miss Piggy today at Petfinder.

Gamora, shepherd and Labrador retriever mix

Gamora is a sweet female shepherd and Labrador retriever mix staying at Rescue Dogs Rock NYC.

Gamora is a social butterfly, and she'll get along great with other dogs. She has been vaccinated, and she's mastered her house-training etiquette.

Notes from her caretakers:

A female shepherd/Lab mix born in May 2019, Gamora was rescued in Texas along with her siblings. She is all done with professional training and is looking for the loving home she has never known.

Read more about Gamora on Petfinder.


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