DOGS AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION

If you are interested in adopting one of our wonderful dogs or puppies, please read our adoption guidelines, then contact us via this form or phone: 703-799-9390.

Please note: We adopt to residents of Northern VA and Washington DC suburbs only.

Adoption Pending:
This means that dog is in his new home on a two-week trial period waiting for finalization of the contract.

Guardian Angel:
Want to help a dog but can't adopt right now? Become a Guardian Angel and support the dog of your choice!

Foster Homes:
Do you have room in your home and your heart to foster a puppy or dog? Learn more about fostering for the SPCA of Northern Virginia here.

BasilMale Pit Bull
No doubt you know that my breed faces more than its share of discrimination; some buildings won't even allow us as tenants. I'll admit that I can be dog aggressive but I like humans and since pit bulls are a loyal breed, I'm looking for an individual who will appreciate that. Will you?

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Age:7 yrsGood with kids?Older
Size:55 lbsGood with dogs?No
Obedience Training:YesGood with cats?Probably Not
Energy Level:MediumStatus:Adoption Pending
 
BonnieFemale Beagle
Are your kids begging for a dog? Here I am! My family lost their home and had to move, but where they moved didn't allow dogs. Don't have kids? That's okay because I like everybody. Age is no barrier.

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Age:2 yearsGood with kids?Yes
Size:20lbsGood with dogs?Yes
Obedience Training:SomeGood with cats????
Energy Level:MediumStatus:Adoption Pending
 
BuddyMale Dalmatian mix
Sometimes life doesn't turn out as expected. I had a good home when I was adopted from the SPCA but now my family has to give me up. I need a quiet environment, preferably with one person. I'm a pretty big guy, so a home with a fenced yard to romp in (with supervision) would be nice, although not essential.

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Age:5 yearsGood with kids?No
Size:65 poundsGood with dogs?Some
Obedience Training:SomeGood with cats?Yes
Energy Level:MediumStatus:Available
I have a Guardian Angel! 
 
IlsaFemale Maltese/Poodle mix (Maltipoo)
If you think good things come in small packages you have a lot to choose from at the SPCA. How about me? I'm sweet and friendly and ready for a home. P.S. I won't shed much, either. Does that whet your interest?

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Age:6 yearsGood with kids????
Size:~8lbsGood with dogs?Yes
Obedience Training:SomeGood with cats????
Energy Level:MediumStatus:Adoption Pending
 
JackMale Black lab/Great Dane mix
I was adopted from the SPCA but returned because my adopter didn't have time to give me the exercise a big guy like me requires. If you can provide it, please come to meet me.

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Age:6 yrsGood with kids?No
Size:71 lbsGood with dogs?Some
Obedience Training:SomeGood with cats?No
Energy Level:HighStatus:Available
I have a Guardian Angel! 
 
LarryMale Toy Poodle
Puppy mills are awful, so I am glad I was rescued from one. I like people and my tail wagging lets them know it. I'll be a good pet and I won't shed. Lots of people love that.

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Age:5 yearsGood with kids?Yes
Size:10lbsGood with dogs?Yes
Obedience Training:SomeGood with cats?Yes
Energy Level:LowStatus:Available
I have a Guardian Angel! 
 
LaylaFemale Boston terrier/labrador mix
My owner (and Lydia's - we're sisters) had too many dogs so the SPCA took us from what wasn't a great situation. I love kids, so if they're part of your family, come to an adoption day and I'll play up to them.

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Age:DOB approx August 2011Good with kids?Yes
Size:25lbsGood with dogs?Yes
Obedience Training:SomeGood with cats????
Energy Level:MediumStatus:Available
I have a Guardian Angel! 
 
LuckyFemale Shepherd mix
I was born in a European country and when I was a very young puppy, kids there were tormenting me. Luckily (hence my name), a wonderful man working for the U.S. State Dept. rescued me. He and his wife took me in and when I was old enough, got me shots and had me spayed. But they already have another former street dog and their schedules don't allow enough time for an energetic young lady like me. I'm very affectionate and I'd like to become a U.S. citizen so I can give that love to another rescuer. Could that be you?

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Age:DOB approx Dec 2010Good with kids?Yes
Size:40 lbsGood with dogs?Yes
Obedience Training:SomeGood with cats????
Energy Level:HighStatus:Available
I have a Guardian Angel! 
 
LydiaFemale Boston terrier/labrador mix
I'm a bit bigger than my sister and we both have a little more growing to do, but we won't be huge. We're just right. Come to meet us.

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Age:DOB approx August 2011Good with kids?Yes
Size:30 lbsGood with dogs?Yes
Obedience Training:SomeGood with cats????
Energy Level:MediumStatus:Available
I have a Guardian Angel! 
 
MaddieFemale Redbone Coonhound
Do you like redheads? I think you might find me attractive. I was a stray, spent some time in a shelter, and thanks to the SPCA I'm now ready for a home. The SPCA found me a good one but I ruined things by being too pushy with the resident dog. So I have to be an only dog in a family that will give me enough exercise. You'll provide that, won't you?

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Age:1 yearGood with kids?Yes
Size:~50lbsGood with dogs?Some
Obedience Training:SomeGood with cats???
Energy Level:MediumStatus:Available
I have a Guardian Angel! 
 
MarcoMale Havanese mix
The poll results are in. I've been designated "really cute". I didn't get along with the dog my person had, though, so the SPCA thinks I should be an only dog. I really like people, though, and I love to be held and cuddled. If you like that sort of thing we should get together.

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Age:Dog approx May 2011Good with kids????
Size:11lbsGood with dogs?Some
Obedience Training:SomeGood with cats????
Energy Level:LowStatus:Available
I have a Guardian Angel! 
 
MinnieFemale Chihuahua-ShihTzu mix
I came from a puppy mill situation but that's behind me now and I'm ready to be treated like a dog--in a good way. People at my first adoption day said I'm cute, so I responded by being an enthusiastic tail wagger. I'll add love if you'll return it.

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Age:7 yearsGood with kids?No
Size:~10lbsGood with dogs?Yes
Obedience Training:SomeGood with cats????
Energy Level:MediumStatus:Recently Adopted
 
MysturMale Pomeranian mix
My person was wonderful and loved me, but my separation anxiety got the best of me (and him) and I had "accidents" when I was left alone and he was at work. So I need a guardian who is home most of the day or who can work from home. I'm a mellow fellow and I get along with everybody.

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Age:5 yearsGood with kids?Older
Size:12-15 lbsGood with dogs?Yes
Obedience Training:SomeGood with cats????
Energy Level:MediumStatus:Available
I have a Guardian Angel! 
 
PercyMale Shepherd Hound
Somebody was mean to me and it resulted in a nasty neck wound. But that's healing and I don't hold a grudge against humans in general. In fact, I was friendly and frisky with people and dogs at my first adoption event. And I'm clean in my crate, so I think I can catch on to the housebreaking thing quickly. How about letting me prove it to you?

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Age:1 yearGood with kids????
Size:40 lbsGood with dogs?Yes
Obedience Training:SomeGood with cats????
Energy Level:HighStatus:Available
I have a Guardian Angel! 
 
PhoebeFemale Corgi mix
My owners took me to an animal shelter because they didn't have time for me. At least that 's what they said. They found fault with me but they were having problems with each other. Anyway, I enjoyed the attention I received at my first adoption day so I know there are people out there who would have the time and the love to give me. I don't think that's asking too much, do you?

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Age:1 1/2 years Good with kids?Yes
Size:~25lbsGood with dogs?Yes
Obedience Training:SomeGood with cats????
Energy Level:MediumStatus:Available
I need a Guardian Angel! 
 
RickyMale Fox Terrier
I can be a bundle of energy, so I'd like to be with someone who has an active life style. Maybe even a dog to play with?

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Age:DOB approx June 2010Good with kids????
Size:~20lbsGood with dogs?Yes
Obedience Training:SomeGood with cats????
Energy Level:HighStatus:Adoption Pending
 
SkippyMale Chihuahua mix
Stray dogs don't tell tales about how or why we strayed, but I've heard that wards of the SPCA get good homes, so that's what I'm hoping for. Speaking of tails (the other kind), mine wags a lot because I like people and I'm friendly. I'd like to be your canine friend.

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Age:5 yearsGood with kids?Older
Size:10 poundsGood with dogs????
Obedience Training:SomeGood with cats????
Energy Level:LowStatus:Available
I have a Guardian Angel! 
 
SpeedyMale Bichon Frise
I need an experienced dog guardian who will be the alpha member of the family. Yes, I have to admit it, I'm too bossy for my own good. I'm not a good "family" pet. I prefer a couple or individual who can help me realize I do not need to run the show. I'm a smart and devoted boy - who is patiently waiting for a loving and structured home to call my own!!

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Age:6 yearsGood with kids?No
Size:~20lbsGood with dogs?Yes
Obedience Training:SomeGood with cats????
Energy Level:MediumStatus:Available
I have a Guardian Angel! 
 
StanleyMale American Bulldog
Nice people took me from a shelter to give me a second chance and they even nursed me back to health, so I thought I had it made and would have my forever home. But their dog thought differently and it wasn't to be. So now I'm appealing to you and hoping you big-dog lovers out there will come to meet me. I don't come to adoption fairs. You'll have to make a special appointment to meet me.

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Age:2 yearsGood with kids?No
Size:~60lbsGood with dogs????
Obedience Training:SomeGood with cats????
Energy Level:MediumStatus:Available
I have a Guardian Angel! 
 
TysonMale Chihuahua-ShihTzu mix
I'm an older gentleman who was taken to a shelter by my owner, who didn't give the shelter staff a clue as to why I was given up. I was a little bit shy at my first adoption event, which was a bewildering experience, as you might imagine. But I'm friendly and I really need a forever home this time. Is yours available?

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Age:7 yearsGood with kids????
Size:~12 lbsGood with dogs?Yes
Obedience Training:SomeGood with cats????
Energy Level:LowStatus:Recently Adopted
 
VitoMale Miniature Pinscher
Don't let the size fool you. Inside this small body is a great big Doberman. I'm not fond of other small dogs though, and could probably lick 'em with one paw behind my back. But I like people and that's more important. I think you'll be amused by my bravado.

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Age:5 yearsGood with kids?No
Size:20lbsGood with dogs?Prefers females
Obedience Training:SomeGood with cats????
Energy Level:HighStatus:Available
I have a Guardian Angel! 
 


 
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