Dogs for Adoption in Avondale, AZ: 30 Dogs Looking for a Home

Say hello to Chickpea! Chickpea is an approximately one-year-old, nine-pound Terrier mix, adoptable through Chi Town Rescue in Phx., Az. When Chickpea first came to the shelter from her former home, she was extremely fearful and wouldn't allow us to pet her without running away or nipping at us. Chickpea has been at the rescue about two months and has made enough progress that we are comfortable listing her for foster or adoption. That said, Chickpea is still fearful with new people and will need a family willing to go slow and let her progress on her own time. Chickpea needs a home with no young children, and a home with a secure yard that she can access for playtime/potty-time.

Hi! My name is Relish and I am from the Pickles litter. My siblings and I were transferred to ATR by some Rescue friends after an accidental litter! Now, we have a safe and loving place to stay until we find our furever home! I will be available on 11/8/26, I can’t wait to meet you!Think we might be a perfect match? Visit adoptapup.as.me to schedule your appointment. I can't wait to find my forever family!

Hi! My name is Gherkin and I am from the Pickles litter. My siblings and I were transferred to ATR by some Rescue friends after an accidental litter! Now, we have a safe and loving place to stay until we find our furever home! I will be available on 11/8, I can’t wait to meet you!Think we might be a perfect match? Visit adoptapup.as.me to schedule your appointment. I can't wait to find my forever family!

Background: Meet 6.5 year old 77 pound Athena Shar Pei! She is coming from a home where the family can no longer care for her due to their life changes.

Personality: Athena is a sweet dog with a medium amount of energy. She would love her own family and will do best as the one and only in her home:) She has always been an only princess:)

Health: Athena has been spayed, vaccinated, and microchipped.

Training: She walks on a leash and knows basic training and housetrained to boot!

Hi! My name is Chai from the Cozy Fall Litter! I was born at ATR on 8/25/26 after our mama Cozy was found as a pregnant stray . Now, we have a safe and loving place to stay until we find our furever home! You can schedule an appointment to meet me on 10/31/26 I can’t wait to meet you!Think we might be a perfect match? Visit adoptapup.as.me to schedule your appointment. I can't wait to find my forever family!

Hi! My name is Sweater from the Cozy Fall Litter! I was born at ATR on 8/25/26 after our mama Cozy was found as a pregnant stray . Now, we have a safe and loving place to stay until we find our furever home! You can schedule an appointment to meet me on 10/31/26 I can’t wait to meet you!Think we might be a perfect match? Visit adoptapup.as.me to schedule your appointment. I can't wait to find my forever family!

This is a courtesy post for Frosted Faces, Vintage Paws Animal Rescue
This wild and crazy young pup is sure to make you feel tipsy- meet Shaboozy! Shaboozy is an approximately 11-month-old female Pug mix who was surrendered to the shelter. Shaboozy hasn't let her recent circumstances get her down though. She's a happy-go-lucky and super active young gal! Shaboozy loves to run and play with other dogs, chase toys (especially squeakies), and cover her human friends with kisses. Shaboozy isn't shy and is always happy to meet a new friend. She will hop right in your lap right away and beg for attention; and what Shaboozy wants, Shaboozy gets! You will be hard-pressed to not fall in love with this adorable and fun dog! Shaboozy's adoption fee includes spay surgery, vaccinations up to date including Rabies certificate, and microchip.

Y ou will find detailed information and photos, as well as answers to most of your questions, by visiting this dog's bio page:
https://www.whitegsdrescue.com/BIOS/CHUCKY_SBC.HTM

We will be in touch via return email once a Prospective Adopter's Questionnaire is filled out.
Out-of-state adoptions to surrounding states are possible; however, an in-person introduction with us and our dogs is mandatory.
We look forward to working with you to find your new family member. Thank you.
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Hi! My name is Rhysand from the ACOTAR Litter! I was brought to ATR on 8/25/26 after my siblings and I were surrendered with our mama. Now, we have a safe and loving place to stay until we find our furever home! I'll be first available to meet and adopt on 10/24/26. You can schedule an appointment to meet me on ATR's website. I can't wait to meet you!Think we might be a perfect match? Visit adoptapup.as.me to schedule your appointment. I can't wait to find my forever family!

Hi! My name is Cassian from the ACOTAR Litter! I was brought to ATR on 8/25/26 after my siblings and I were surrendered with our mama. Now, we have a safe and loving place to stay until we find our furever home! I'll be first available to meet and adopt on 10/24/26. You can schedule an appointment to meet me on ATR's website. I can't wait to meet you!Think we might be a perfect match? Visit adoptapup.as.me to schedule your appointment. I can't wait to find my forever family!

Hi! My name is Amren from the ACOTAR Litter! I was brought to ATR on 8/25/26 after my siblings and I were surrendered with our mama. Now, we have a safe and loving place to stay until we find our furever home! I'll be first available to meet and adopt on 10/24/26. You can schedule an appointment to meet me on ATR's website. I can't wait to meet you!Think we might be a perfect match? Visit adoptapup.as.me to schedule your appointment. I can't wait to find my forever family!

Hi! My name is Bryaxis from the ACOTAR Litter! I was brought to ATR on 8/25/26 after my siblings and I were surrendered with our mama. Now, we have a safe and loving place to stay until we find our furever home! I'll be first available to meet and adopt on 10/24/26. You can schedule an appointment to meet me on ATR's website. I can't wait to meet you!Think we might be a perfect match? Visit adoptapup.as.me to schedule your appointment. I can't wait to find my forever family!

Background: Meet 1 year old 63 pound Athena! She was found by a very kind person who loved her dearly but was not ready to add another dog to her pack so she patiently searched for a rescue for her. When she was found she weighed 51 pounds and has gained 10 pounds in under a month....another few pounds are still needed:) She truly looks like a mix of an Aussie, Lab, Golden and Great Pyrenees.

Personality: Athena is a sweet dog with a medium amount of energy. She has loved every person and dog she has met. She is very easy going and trusting.

Health: Athena has been spayed, vaccinated, and microchipped.

Sully
MEET SULLY — OUR SWEET YOUNG CANE CORSO!
Meet Sully, a handsome black Cane Corso boy, approximately 8 months to 1 year old, with a heart of gold! ❤️
Sully and his sister were abandoned in the desert. Thankfully, HARTT was able to trap Sully and bring him to safety after someone took his sister home.
Despite his rough start, Sully is an incredibly sweet, social, dog-friendly, and people-loving boy who just wants to please and be loved!
He LOVES playgroup, especially chasing his buddies Diamond and Beauty around the yard. His favorite game is King of the Mountain, where he gets all his friends to chase him! And when playtime is over, he’s always ready for cuddles.
When Sully first arrived, he was terrified to go outside and wanted to run straight back to his kennel.

Zuri
Meet Zuri — From Abandoned in the Desert to Ready for a Family!
This sweet little fawn Cane Corso mix was abandoned by her owner in the desert, left to fend for herself with no food.
Thankfully, one of our amazing rescue volunteers was able to trap her and bring her safely to AZ Mastiff Rescue.
Zuri was skin and bones and literally pooping rocks from trying to survive. It was heartbreaking to see what this little girl had endured.
But look at her now! ❤️ She’s gaining weight, thriving, and showing us what an absolute sweetheart she is!
And we’ve discovered something wonderful about Zuri — she absolutely LOVES children! She’s also dog friendly and enjoys having four-legged friends.
Zuri is a petite little fawn Corso mix, definitely on the smaller side, which makes her even more adorable!
We would absolutely LOVE to find Zuri a family with children to love and spoil her.

MEET WINNIE!
13 Weeks Old | Female Mastiff Mix | Sweet as Can Be! ❤️
Looking for a sweet, affectionate puppy to add to your family? Meet our adorable little Winnie!
Winnie is a 13-week-old Mastiff mix with a gentle, sweet personality and a whole lot of love to give!
This little girl can be a little shy when first meeting new people, but give her a little time to warm up, and you’ll discover what an affectionate sweetheart she really is! She loves attention, enjoys being loved on, and especially seems to have a soft spot for men! ❤️
Winnie is dog friendly, cat friendly, and kid friendly! She’s still a baby, learning all about the big world around her.
A Little More About Winnie:
13-week-old female Mastiff mix Very dog friendly Cat friendly Kid friendly ❤️ A little shy initially, but very affectionate once comfortable Absolutely loves men! Working on house training Sweet, gentle, and still learning about life!
Winnie’s ideal home MUST have another dog!
Having a four-legged companion will help Winnie build her confidence as she grows.

Say hello to Buster! Buster is an approximately five-year-old, 25-pound mutt mix, available for adoption through Chi Town Rescue. Buster first came to the shelter in July 2024 with 10 other dogs, as part of a hoarding case in Concho, Az. All of the dogs were fearful to varying degrees and all but three (including Buster) have found forever homes. Buster was one of our hold-outs as far as being comfortable with the humans. A few months ago, Buster broke through those walls and decided to let the humans start petting him! Not only is Buster allowing us to pet him, he will even nudge us if we stop AND offer us his paw to hold (it's the cutest thing!).

Meet Ozzy, the lovable American Bulldog mix!

Personality: Ozzy is a fun-loving, affectionate puppy with a big personality. He’s eager to please and a total cuddle bug who will happily curl up in your lap after a day of adventures. Like any young pup, he’s full of energy and curiosity, and he loves long walks and playing with a variety of toys.

Health: Ozzy is 5-6 months old and weighs 28 lbs. He is expected to grow into a large adult dog, potentially reaching 65+ lbs. Ozzy is neutered, up to date on vaccinations, and microchipped.

Hi, I’m Luna! I’m a 4-year-old Labrador Retriever/Poodle mix weighing about 48 lbs, and I was the proud mama of the Maze Runners litter. I’m ready to find a patient, loving home where I can feel safe, comfortable, and supported as I settle into my next chapter.I’m a quirky girl with some neurological and physical limitations, but with some patience and understanding I can learn how to live my best life with you! I am looking for a home that can keep my daily life safe and comfortable. I’d do best with kids 12 and older. I can coexist with calm, patient four legged companions! Taking it slow with new canine friends will be important.

Hi, I’m Raven! I’m a 2-year-old Husky/Alaskan Malamute mix weighing about 54lbs, and I’m the proud mama of the Things That Are Black litter. My foster describes me as sweet, loving, and wicked smart! I’m also a total velcro girl who loves being close to my people and would happily be your constant companion.I’m a clever girl who is ready to keep learning and would love a family that enjoys training and enrichment. I’m looking for a home where I can stay close to my people and continue building confidence with being on my own. I’m a bit of an escape artist, so I would love a patient family committed to helping me learn that being separated from my people is okay!I’m selective about my dog friends and would likely do best as your one-and-only, I want all your love to myself! I love long walks, enjoying the outdoors, food puzzles and snuggling up with my person! If you’re looking for a loving, incredibly smart companion, I might just be your girl!My adoption fee is $150.

Hi, I'm Eco! I'm a 7-month-old Australian Shepherd/Cattle Dog mix weighing about 44 lbs. My foster describes me as spunky, loving, and always excited for what's next! I'm ready to find an active family to take on all the adventures life has to offer.I love long walks, car rides, Kongs, pup cups, and a good game of fetch! I'm a smart, energetic girl with lots of potential, and I'd love a family who enjoys keeping me busy with training, enrichment, and plenty of exercise. I can be a little wary of new people, especially men, and I'm still learning how to manage my excitement and big feelings, so continued training will be important.

This is a courtesy post for Frosted Faces, Vintage Paws Animal Rescue

This is a courtesy post for Frosted Faces, Vintage Paws Animal Rescue

MEET MEATBALL — YES, THE NAME FITS.

Meatball is exactly what you would expect from a dog named Meatball: big, goofy, handsome, slightly ridiculous, and completely lovable.

This sweet meathead is actually more of a calm, mellow guy. He isn’t looking to run a marathon or solve complicated problems. His goals in life are pretty simple:

Eat good snacks.
Hang out with his people.
Play with a pretty girl dog.
Take a nap.
Repeat.

Meatball loves female dogs and would be happiest in a home with a large-breed female buddy he can romp around with. We haven’t tested him with male dogs yet.

Mabel came into the shelter as a stray with no one to call her own. But instead of letting that change her, she quickly became a volunteer favorite because of her happy, playful, social personality.

This sweet 3-year-old girl has so much going for her.

Very dog social

Good with cats

House trained

Crate trained

Best with kids 5+

Working on her leash manners

Mabel is the kind of dog who just wants to be part of a family. She wants someone to play with, someone to cuddle with, and a home where she knows she belongs.

She has already spent enough time wondering where her people are.

My name is Syracuse, and I’m a handsome male Cane Corso under a year old

Unfortunately, my owners abandoned me, and I suddenly found myself sitting in a scary shelter wondering what happened to my family and everything I knew.

Syracuse absolutely loves people and thrives on human interaction. He enjoys attention, learning new things, and spending time with his people. He's dog friendly too!

MEET HAROLD — BIG PUMPKIN HEAD ALERT! ❤️

My name is Harold, and I’m a stunning 2-year-old English Mastiff with a giant pumpkin head and the personality to match.

I am pretty much the epitome of a lazy English Mastiff. My dream life? Give me a comfy couch, a soft bed, some good snacks, and my people nearby, and I’m one happy boy.

I’m people friendly and dog friendly, and I could live with kids over the age of 6. I’m a big, strong Mastiff boy, though, so little humans can easily get knocked over by my oversized self.

Now… we need to talk about my leash manners.

Goliath is a stunning 2-year-old apricot English Mastiff and one BIG, beautiful boy!

We’re still getting to know this handsome guy, but so far we know he absolutely loves every person he meets. He’s a sweet, affectionate boy with that wonderful Mastiff personality.

Goliath appears to be dog friendly with female dogs, and we’ll continue evaluating him as he settles in.

Car rides are not his favorite. He gets pretty stressed and nervous in the car, so we’re working on helping him become more comfortable.

We’re also working on his leash manners—and when you’re dealing with a giant English Mastiff, good leash manners are definitely important!

My name is Bruce, and I’m about 3 years old. I’m a pretty calm, mellow guy who is just looking for a family to call my own.

What breed am I? Well… that’s still up for debate!
Cane Corso? Boerboel? Mastiff? Bullsomething.... A little bit of everything?

Whatever I am, one thing is for sure — I’m pure sweetness.

I’m house trained and crate trained, and overall, I’m just a really good boy. I don’t need to be the center of constant excitement. I’m perfectly happy hanging out with my people, relaxing, and enjoying the good life.

Since coming into rescue, I’ve also discovered something very important…

TREATS!

PLEASE NOTE: This dog is courtesy posted for another individual or Rescue. Different policies and fees may apply

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Call 480-331-4188 to learn more or arrange a meeting.

Meet Annabelle, a sweet young girl with a little wobble and so much love to give.

At approximately 1 year old and 49 pounds, Annabelle has already experienced too much uncertainty. Born in a shelter, she has lost two homes and is now waiting in a boarding facility for someone who will give her the lasting love and stability she deserves.