Kid-Friendly Dogs for Adoption in Phoenix, AZ: 30 Dogs Good with Children

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!

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!

Meet Linda! A little girl who is finally learning what love feels like.

For the first 1–2 years of her life, Linda was nothing more than a matted yard dog. She never received the love, attention, or companionship that every dog deserves. But now that she’s discovered what it feels like to be loved, she just can’t get enough!

Linda becomes incredibly attached to her person. She wants to be close, soak up every bit of attention, and finally have someone to call her own. She has so much love to give and is just waiting for someone to give that love back.

Meet Licorice! This adorable little 3-month-old, 4 lb bundle of sweetness is ready to steal your heart! Licorice is believed to be a Chihuahua/Papillon mix, and he is just as sweet as his little face! Licorice is a happy, loving, playful puppy who absolutely adores attention and cuddles. He loves playing with his furry friends and gets along wonderfully with both dogs and cats! He is also incredibly gentle and sweet with children, making him a wonderful little family companion. He’s a smart little guy who is already crate trained and working hard on his house training. Licorice has the sweetest personality and would make a wonderful addition to a loving family. He’s the perfect mix of playful puppy energy and snuggly little lovebug! Licorice is neutered, vaccinated, and microchipped. Adoption fee: $500 Text
602-908-6215
to meet this precious little boy!

Meet Chloe, a precious 4-year-old Dachshund/Chihuahua mix with a heart full of love and the sweetest little personality. Chloe is truly one of those special dogs who makes you fall in love the moment you meet her. She is affectionate, playful, loves cuddling, and is wonderful with both people and other dogs. This little girl has so much love to give and just wants what every dog deserves: a family to call her own, a cozy place to curl up, and people who will love her unconditionally. She is ready to be someone's little shadow, cuddle buddy, and best friend. Chloe has so much happiness to bring into a home, and we would love nothing more than to see her find the forever family she deserves.

Highly intelligent, good with other dogs and with people, needs basic training. Very friendly, with good training will mature into a great companion.

If you believe you're a possible match based on Lion's detailed profile posted on our website, please complete our online adoption application.

Discussion about a dog and scheduling a home check can't occur until we have received your complete adoption application. Adoptions are limited to the Phoenix metro area. Thank you!

https://betterdaysrescue.org/adopt.html

This sweet girl is on the smaller side with a shorter body, but her personality is larger than life! She is a happy, playful puppy who loves everyone she meets and absolutely adores other dogs. Ramen is everything you could hope for in a puppy: joyful, loving, fun, and ready to fill someone’s life with happiness. All she wants is a family to call her own, a warm bed to sleep in, loving arms to cuddle her, and someone who will promise to love her for the rest of her life. She deserves to grow up knowing what it feels like to truly belong and to never have to wonder where she will sleep or who will love her tomorrow. Could you be the person who gives Ramen the forever home she dreams of? Her adoption fee is $250 and includes her spay, vaccinations, and microchip. Please call or text 602-908-6215 to meet this sweet girl and give her the loving home she deserves.

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.

Meet Zoey! Grown, Gorgeous, and Got Her Act Together!
Looking for a best friend who doesn't need potty training, puppy classes, or lessons in how to behave? Meet Zoey! She's a grown-ass adult, and she knows how to act right!
Zoey is a beautiful 5-year-old Airedale Terrier (48lbs) with a heart of gold and manners to match. After being left behind when her family moved away, Zoey found herself needing a fresh start. Thankfully, she's now safe in a loving foster home, where she's thriving and showing everyone just how wonderful she is!
This girl is the total package! She's friendly, affectionate, smart, housebroken, crate trained, leash trained, polite, and gentle.

MEET FREDDY — YOUR NEW BEST FRIEND!

Say hello to Freddy, a 1.5-year-old American Bulldog mix with the sweetest soul! This adorable boy loves EVERYONE and gets along great with other dogs. ❤️

Small body, BIG love! Freddy’s mama is a micro Pitty, and Freddy is just as cute as can be! He’s a precious little bundle of joy who is ready to bring so much happiness, love, and laughter to his forever family.

✨ Why you’ll love Freddy:
1.5-year-old American Bulldog mix
❤️ The sweetest boy who loves everyone
Great with other dogs
Extra cute and full of love

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.

Stella is a Pugchi. She and her sister Monroe will be ready for their new home after Oct 29.

They are very playful and fun. Not to mention they have the cutest under bites.

Would love to keep together but can be separated. Adopt fee $250

Apply at www.animalrescuefriends.org

Monroe is a Pugchi. She and her sister Stella will be ready for their new home after Oct 29. They love to play and are alot of fun and have the cutest under bites. Would like to keep them together but can separate. Adopt fee $250 Apply at: www.animalrescuefriends.org

Don't let the name fool you—Jalapeño isn't spicy, he just adds a little flavor to life! ️
This adorable 10-week-old Chihuahua is a teeny tiny bundle of happiness, weighing just 5 pounds and expected to stay under 10 pounds when fully grown. Jalapeño is super friendly, sweet, and always ready to make a new friend!
He's great with kids, cats, and other dogs, and his favorite place just might be curled up in your lap. Whether you're looking for a pint-sized sidekick, a cozy couch companion, or a little buddy to brighten your days, Jalapeño is ready to fill that role!
Life is better with a little spice—and Jalapeño is the sweetest ingredient you'll ever need!

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.

Mickey is a smart, sweet, happy 11-week-old boy. He is very affectionate, loves to play with toys, and gets along with all his dog foster siblings. Potty and crate training are going well and he will need continued reinforcement in his new home. Neutered, microchipped, and vaccinated.

All of our adoptions come with one in-home training session with one of our trainers.

Adoption fee $475

MEET LILLY — YOUR FUTURE BEST FRIEND!

Get ready to fall head over heels for Lilly, the most precious 1-year-old puggle mix! This adorable little girl has the sweetest Pug personality and a wonderful attitude that will light up your life.

A little about Lilly:
1 year old and absolutely adorable!
Loves everyone she meets
Loves playing with her dog friends
Enjoys playing with her favorite toys
Listens very well
Has a loving, happy personality that shines wherever she goes!

Lilly is one of those special little dogs you simply have to meet to appreciate. She is SO cute, full of love, and guaranteed to steal your heart in person!

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.

Woody is 11 weeks old and will be ready for his new home October 17th. He is friendly, happy, and social, and currently weighs about 16 pounds. He has moderate energy and will need daily exercise. Neutered, microchipped, and vaccinated. All of our adoptions include one in-home training session with one of our trainers. Adoption fee is $475

Waffle is 11 weeks old and will be ready for her new home October 17th. She is friendly, happy, and social, and currently weighs about 15 pounds. She has moderate energy and will need daily exercise.

Spayed, microchipped, and vaccinated. All of our adoptions include one in-home training session with one of our trainers.

Adoption fee is $475

Asha is a very sweet and fun girl! This young est. 6 month old bully mix comes from a very abusive home and is learning about being a dog. She is still learning leash skills, dog interaction skills, and cat interaction skills. She discovered toys and playtime. She is house trained with a schedule and routine. She is good with my dogs and cats but plays rough with cats. She grew up with five cats in her original home but believes she is the size of a cat and plays a bit rough – I do not allow her to interact with my cats without supervision. She is kennel trained. She loves to snuggle. We are still working on bringing the toys back when playing fetch and her playtime is exuberant.

Meet Snoopy & Lucy — proof that true love has no boundaries. ❤️

These two were found running the streets of Phoenix together in the brutal summer heat. Somehow, through all of that, they had each other.

Now, I’m not one to call every pair of dogs that comes in together a “bonded pair.” Snoopy and Lucy actually do just fine when they’re separated. They don’t need each other.

But do they love each other? Absolutely.

They are best friends. He loves her. She loves him. Watching them together is ridiculously sweet, and there’s something special about the friendship these two have formed.

Both are around 2 years old and sweet as can be.

Meet Snoopy & Lucy — proof that true love has no boundaries. ❤️

These two were found running the streets of Phoenix together in the brutal summer heat. Somehow, through all of that, they had each other.

Now, I’m not one to call every pair of dogs that comes in together a “bonded pair.” Snoopy and Lucy actually do just fine when they’re separated. They don’t need each other.

But do they love each other? Absolutely.

They are best friends. He loves her. She loves him. Watching them together is ridiculously sweet, and there’s something special about the friendship these two have formed.

Both are around 2 years old and sweet as can be.

Juno is a confident, friendly girl with an independent streak and an outgoing personality!
This 12-week-old Lab/Beagle enjoys exploring, meeting new friends, and checking out everything around her.
Juno is expected to grow to about 40–45 lbs. She’s good with dogs, cats, and kids, kennel-trained, enjoys car rides, and is learning her puppy manners.
With her social nature and adventurous spirit, Juno will make a wonderful companion for a family looking for a fun, confident pup who’s ready to take on the world!

Honey buns
MEET HONEY BUNS!
Yes, we know… HONEY BUNS! His foster family’s kids picked his name, so Honey Buns it is… at least for now! LOL!
This adorable 5-month-old male Cane Corso is one happy, playful little guy who is ready to find his forever family! ❤️
Honey Buns loves playing with toys, splashing around in play pools, and romping with his four-legged friends. He’s a typical happy puppy who just wants to play, have fun, and be loved!
A little about Honey Buns:
Dog friendly! Needs a home with another dog, preferably a female. Good with children! Crate trained and almost house trained. Loves toys and playing in the water.

MEET MAXIMUS — CAN YOU SAY HUGE HUNK OF LOVE?! That pretty much describes Maximus perfectly! Maximus is approximately 3½–4 years old and one seriously BIG, handsome boy. He was a shelter favorite in California, but when no one came for him, he ended up on the euthanasia list. Thankfully, we were able to get him out at the last hour. Maximus is past all those crazy puppy antics and is a pretty cool, calm and mellow guy. Female-dog friendly Has not yet been tested with male dogs Not dog reactive Does pretty well on a leash Not a jumper Mellow and easygoing Learning that treats are actually pretty awesome! So far, cow ears and bully sticks have definitely won his approval.

MEET GWEN!
Gwen is a beautiful Cane Corso with a sweet, soft temperament. She can be a little shy at first, but once she feels comfortable, her loving personality really comes through. ❤️
Gwen is: Crate trained House trained Dog friendly Great in the car Easygoing and gentle A total cuddle bug
She loves her chew toys and some of her favorite treats are cow ears, lamb ears, and chicken feet!
Gwen would love a home where she can feel safe, loved, and included as part of the family. She’s an easygoing girl with a gentle heart who just wants people of her own to cuddle with.
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MEET MISS NOVA

Nova is a Cane Corso with a great personality, good with kids and good with dogs — a mom who's done an incredible job raising her girls and now deserves her own turn to be taken care of.

Someone get this queen her Gordita Crunch and her forever home. She's earned both.

Hi! My name is St. Petersburg from the Florida Cities Litter! I was brought to ATR on 8/20/26 after my mama was found pregnant as a 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 9/19/26 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!

Onyx is a beautiful and goofy young (2 yrs+) male that came into rescue when his young owner was unable to provide care for him. His foster says he gets along better with the female dog at her house; he and the male still have struggles over who is "king." He enjoys chew toys and walks, and is slowly learning to be secure in the world. He has enjoyed being on the "lily pad" in his foster's pool and doesn't seem to mind baths either!