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

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.

Griffey is a happy 4 year old male English Bulldog mix. He is house trained, crate trained and is an easy dog to be around. He looks a little goofy but has a huge heart and just wants to hang out with his people. He is respectful and does not roam the house, jump on furniture or go places he knows he is not supposed to venture to. He loves his food and taking golf cart rides. He is good with other dogs and likes children. Griffey is smart and has learned several commands with his foster mom. He does have allergies that are typical of the bulldog breeds and is on special food for those. He is currently with a foster family and is looking for his forever home. Please consider Griffey as an addition to your family.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Meet Squish! Squish is an adorable and squishable pit mix puppy who was rescued from the county shelter as a sick baby. He is a parvo survivor! Squish is 100% puppy. He hasn't met a person he doesn't like, a carpet he won't pee on, or a shoe he won't chew. Squish is playful, energetic, loving, friendly, and loves to be with people. He is doing well with potty training but still has a ways to go before he is completely potty trained. He does know how to use a dog door if you have one in your home. Squish loves playing with other dogs! He tends to be a little scared at first but warms up quickly and gets right to wrestling.

❤️ MEET HAPPY GILMORE! ❤️
Gilmore is about 1 year old, a Mastiff mix, dog friendly, people loving, toy obsessed, and one of the happiest goofballs you’ll ever meet.
This sweet boy was dumped alone in an orchard in California’s Central Valley and survived nearly two weeks in coyote country before finally finding safety.
Now Gilmore is with AZ Mastiff Rescue, living with his foster BFF and continuing his training through board & train. He’s smart, eager to please, loves car rides, and is especially obsessed with BALLS!
Despite everything he survived, Gilmore absolutely LOVES LIFE.
He’s ready for the best chapter yet…
A forever family of his own.
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Wonton is an absolutely precious 6-7 month old reservation mutt — which, in our opinion, is the BEST breed there is! And yes, we lovingly call him “Ears” because those adorable oversized ears seem to have a mind of their own. Up, down, sideways, one up and one down — you never quite know what look you’re going to get.

Wonton is the most confident of his siblings, and he’s such a fun, happy little guy. He’s curious, smart, and ready to explore, but underneath that confidence is the same incredibly gentle, sweet, loving nature that makes this entire litter so special.

MEET MATER!
Mater is a 2-year-old male Cane Corso with the sweetest, most mellow personality. He has a wonderful middle-of-the-road temperament and is truly a gentle soul. ❤️
Mater is extremely dog friendly and is currently living with other dogs in his foster home. He enjoys canine companionship so much that we would love to see him placed in a home with another dog. In fact, this social butterfly once jumped the fence just so he could go play with the neighbor’s German Shepherd!
Mater is: House trained Crate trained Great with other dogs Rides well in the car Loves toys Sweet, mellow and affectionate An all-around amazing family dog
Mater’s story started in California, where he was abandoned and thankfully found by a Good Samaritan who made sure he was safe.

Dakota is a 3-year-old Husky mix with a big heart and an even sweeter soul. He’s a big baby who absolutely adores his people and loves being close to them. He is gentle, loving, and has such a kind nature.

Dakota is great with other dogs but would also do well as an only dog. He walks nicely on a leash, does great in a kennel, and is just an all-around wonderful companion.

His adoption fee is $100 and he is neutered, vaccinated, and microchipped.

To meet him, text
480-718-1312
.

MEET MANGO!
Mango is a beautiful 2–3-year-old Mastiff mix with the sweetest personality. She is super loving, mellow, easygoing, and just an all-around wonderful dog.
Great with kids Great with other dogs Easy on a leash Loves going for car rides Affectionate, calm, and happy to just hang out with her people
Mango is interested in cats, so a home with cats would require more management, proper introductions, and supervision.
If you’re looking for a sweet, chill companion who can fit right into family life, Mango may be your girl. ❤️
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Meet Vader! This handsome 1year-old Cane Corso is exactly the kind of easygoing boy that makes a great first Corso. Vader lived in a home with several adults and multiple other dogs, and he did great with all of them — big dogs, small dogs, no drama, no stress. He's just along for the ride. Vader isn't a particularly driven or protective dog in the home, which makes him a wonderfully low-key presence for someone newer to the breed. He has no stranger danger and settles in easily — he even did well crate trained, though he can be a bit shy at first until he warms up. Vader's previous family made the tough decision to rehome him and a few of their other dogs after realizing they had taken on more than they could manage.

My name is Spot not sure why I was named that its a silly name but here we are. I have been in foster with a wonderful family and am looking for my forever home.

I thrive in a home with other dogs (both make and female) and know basic commands. Once I get my cherry eye fixed I will be even more hanbdsome!

Meet Bruce!

Bruce is a 8-month-old mastiff mix who is ready to steal your heart! This sweet boy is up to date on all his vaccinations and already crate trained — talk about a great start.

Bruce is food motivated, which makes him a joy to train, and he's already showing off his leash manners with lovely walks. He gets along wonderfully with other dogs — his current favorite friend is a young male pup he loves to play with.

Sophie is a cane corso puppy - thriving with her foster home and looking for her forever home!

Fully crate and potty trained
Dog friendly - she's getting along wonderfully with her foster brother, Major
Great with visitors - Her foster had contractors coming in and out of her house and Sophie handled all of the activity beautifully

MEET MOLLY!

Molly is a sweet female Cane Corso with so much love to give! ❤️

She is dog friendly and does well with kids over 7 years old. Molly could happily go into a home with another dog, but she would also be perfectly content as your one-and-only girl, soaking up all the love and attention for herself!

Molly is incredibly affectionate and loves her people. She enjoys going for walks, rides great in the car, and she’ll even let you dress her up. She’s just an easy girl to love and would make a wonderful companion for the right family.

Molly is ready for her forever home!

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My name is Nena, and I promise I'm just as sweet as I look.

I'm a Mastiff girl, about two years old, and I made the long trip here all the way from California after the people who were supposed to love me decided they didn't want me anymore. It hurt — but I haven't let it turn me hard. I'm still easygoing, still good on my manners, and still ready to trust the right person with my whole heart.

I guess you could say I'm proof that even after being let down, a girl can believe in love again. All I need now is a soft place to land and a family who'll give me the stability I deserve.

Could that be you?

Meet Duffy – The Sweetest Little Lab Mix You’ll Ever Meet!

If you met Duffy without knowing her medical history, you would never guess she has a heart condition.

Duffy was born with a congenital heart defect called pulmonic stenosis. It sounds scary, but the most important thing to know is this: it doesn’t slow her down one bit. She runs, plays, wrestles with her dog friends, and lives every day like the happy, carefree pup she is.

Meet River & Flora
These two beautiful girls have already survived so much together. River and Flora were found trapped in the LA River channel for over 48 hours, struggling just to stay on their feet. By the time they were finally rescued, they were exhausted and could barely walk.
Long Beach Animal Shelter stepped up for these sweet girls, and AZ Mastiff Rescue went to bring them to safety.
Their cherry eye surgeries are now done, and River and Flora are ready for their forever home. These girls are truly bonded — they eat together, sleep together, play together, and love each other so much. They are like two peas in a pod.
Flora is about 5–6 years old, and River is about 1–2 years old.
They are house trained, have nice house manners, are dog friendly, and are quiet, calm, mellow couch potatoes.