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Published on June 12, 2020
Want to adopt a pet? Here are 7 cuddly canines to adopt now in Las VegasPhotos: Petfinder

Interested in adopting a pet — or just taking a peek at some delightful doggies up for adoption? There are dozens of endearing dogs up for adoption at animal shelters in and around Las Vegas.

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.)


Murphy, American Staffordshire terrier mix

Murphy is a male American Staffordshire terrier mix currently residing at Hearts Alive Village Las Vegas.

Murphy would do great in a home children — he is a real "people pet." No other pets please: He is looking for family without other dogs or cats. He has had all of his shots, and he's neutered and house-trained.

Here's what Murphy's friends at Hearts Alive Village Las Vegas think of him:

Murphy was an owner surrender due to some issues beyond their control. He was very well taken care of, and look at how young he looks. He is a very young 9 years old. 

Apply to adopt Murphy today at Petfinder.

Lake, shar-pei and Labrador retriever mix

Lake is a charming female shar-pei and Labrador retriever mix staying at A Path 4 Paws Dog Rescue.

Lake is a social animal, and she's happy to keep company with other dogs. She is already house-trained, spayed and vaccinated.

Here's what Lake's friends at A Path 4 Paws Dog Rescue think of her:

Lake is about 2 years old and weighs about 71 pounds. She came into a shelter as a stray. She has a great personality and is very outgoing. She is energetic and loves water. 

Read more about Lake on Petfinder.

Marley, chihuahua

Marley is a sweet female chihuahua currently housed at On My Way Home Rescue.

Marley will get along great with other dogs. Her vaccinations are already up to date, and she's spayed and has mastered her house-training etiquette.

Marley's current caretakers say:

Help us to welcome a special pair of bonded seniors into rescue. Thirteen-year-old Duke is a Welsh Pembroke Corgi boy and 7-year-old Marley is a chocolate Chihuahua girl. They were surrendered to the shelter by their family. They need a home together. 

Read more about Marley on Petfinder.

Poppa, Italian greyhound

Poppa is a male Italian greyhound being kept at On My Way Home Rescue.

Poppa is happy to keep company with other dogs. He is neutered, he has had all his shots, and he is house-trained.

Poppa's current caretakers say:

Poppa is a senior Italian greyhound who arrived in rescue from a hoarder situation and was later adopted. He came back into rescue when his family changed their lifestyle, and he's in an experienced and loving foster home getting the royal treatment. 

Apply to adopt Poppa today at Petfinder.

Lola, chihuahua

Lola is a winsome female chihuahua being cared for at On My Way Home Rescue.

Lola will get along great with your other dogs. She's already house-trained and spayed, and she has had all her shots.

Notes from Lola's caretakers:

Lola is a very happy girl with lots of playful silliness. She will be your special partner on all of your adventures and will make sure to cuddle you sweetly every day. 

Read more about how to adopt Lola on Petfinder.

Dixie, mastiff and Labrador retriever mix

Dixie is a female mastiff and Labrador retriever mix currently housed at On My Way Home Rescue.

Dixie will get along great with other dogs. She's already spayed, vaccinated and house-trained.

Notes from Dixie's caretakers:

Dixie is 4 years old and so loving. She wants to be walked every day and spoiled to perfection. Dixie has known nothing but love and just needs more attention in her life. 

Read more about how to adopt Dixie on Petfinder.

Macha, chihuahua

Macha is a darling female chihuahua in the care of On My Way Home Rescue.

Macha is happy to keep company with other dogs. She is already spayed, vaccinated and house-trained.

Notes on Macha:

I'm bossy...but I keep you laughing. My hair never grew back all the way...but my foster mom tells me I'm so beautiful I don't need much hair. I will drink from your cup if you leave it sitting for me. (Coca-Cola is a favorite). I will jump up and steal food from your hand. I'm a handful in the funniest ways. 

Read more about Macha on Petfinder.


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