Dogs for Adoption in Marco Island, FL: 10 Dogs Looking for a Home
64 dogs and puppies are waiting for homes at 5 rescues and shelters within 50 miles of Marco Island. Here are the 10 nearest, each with photos, their story and how to reach the rescue looking after them.
Of the dogs up for adoption within 50 miles of Marco Island, 14 young dogs, 31 adults and 9 seniors. The breeds you'll see most are Golden Retriever, Pit Bull Terrier and German Shepherd, along with plenty of one-of-a-kind mixes.
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1. Wendy
Meet Wendy!
Sweet Wendy is a young, spayed female with a heart as big as her adorable smile! She’s full of playful puppy energy, loves exploring the outdoors, and is always ready to make a new friend. Wendy is the perfect mix of fun and affection—whether she’s chasing toys, going for walks, or soaking up belly rubs, she’s happiest spending time with her people.
If you’re looking for a loyal sidekick to grow up with your family, Wendy is ready to start her happily-ever-after. Could you be the one she’s been waiting for?
www.brookeslegacyanimalrescue.org
2. Ryan
Meet Ryan – A Young Pup Looking for Love!
If you’re looking for a dog who can make you smile every single day, Ryan is your guy! This adorable young pup has the cutest little short legs, a constantly wagging tail, and a big, happy grin that lights up his entire face. His joyful smile is impossible to resist and perfectly matches his sweet, loving personality.
Read more about Ryan
Ryan loves being around people and thrives on attention and affection. Whether he’s enjoying a walk, exploring the yard, or simply sitting by your side, he’s happiest when he’s with his humans. His cheerful spirit and playful nature make him a wonderful companion for anyone looking to add more love and laughter to their life.
Why You’ll Love Ryan:
* Young, playful, and full of life
* Adorable short legs that make him extra charming
* Constant happy smile and joyful personality
* Affectionate and people-oriented
* Loves outdoor adventures and cuddle time
* Ready to be someone’s loyal best friend
Ryan is searching for a forever family who will love him as much as he’ll love them. In return, he’ll bring endless happiness, unconditional love, and that irresistible smiling face to your home every day.
Ryan is ready for his forever home. Come meet this short-legged sweetheart and let him steal your heart!
www.brookeslegacyanimalrescue.org
3. Sammy
Sammy is a two-year-old that was turned into rescue from a family that was too busy for a dog. He lived outside most of the time, but he is potty trained. He is also heartworm positive and the rescue will cover his treatments. He has lived with children but has not lived with cats or dogs.
- Good with kids
- House-trained
4. Dallas
Dallas
Meet Dallas—a 1½-year-old Golden Retriever who is learning that the world can be a safe and wonderful place.
Dallas was rescued by a Good Samaritan after surviving on his own for months. When he was found, his skin was in terrible condition, but with love and care, his fur is beginning to grow back and he is looking more handsome every day.
Read more about Dallas
Dallas can be a little fearful of new people, new things, and unfamiliar situations. On walks, new experiences can scare him enough that he wants to turn around and head back home. But once he realizes he is safe, his sweet personality shines through. He is incredibly loving, eager to please, and very treat-motivated. Give him a few treats and some patience, and he quickly learns that people can be kind.
We like to say Dallas is a little like the Cowardly Lion—he has a huge heart, but he needs a patient family to help him find his courage.
Dallas is:
Potty trained
Loving and affectionate
Eager to please and quick to learn
A professional furniture lounger
A big fan of belly rubs
A talented counter surfer—so keep those snacks out of reach!
In need of a secure fenced yard
Dallas has met with our trainer, who has given his foster family helpful tips and guidance for building his confidence and helping him work through his fears.
He has not yet been tested with dogs or cats. Since unfamiliar things on walks currently make him nervous, we want to give him time to build confidence before introducing him to other animals.
Dallas is heartworm positive, so he cannot be neutered until he completes his heartworm treatment. The rescue will cover all medical expenses related to his heartworm treatment and neuter.
Because Dallas is a large, strong boy and we don't have a history of him living with children, we are looking for an adult-only home where he can continue gaining confidence at his own pace.
Dallas doesn't need someone to expect him to be fearless overnight. He needs someone willing to show him, one little step at a time, that the world isn't so scary after all
Give this sweet boy some patience, a few treats, a safe yard, and lots of love—and you just might watch his inner lion emerge. Dallas is ready to find the person who will help him discover just how wonderful life can be.
- House-trained
5. Nike
Nike is a 10 year old that was surrendered by his owners. He is great with dogs and Adult cats and children. We are looking for a quiet home because he needs to undergo heartworm treatment that the rescue will cover. He cannot be neutered until he goes through that. He is full of personality and acts much younger than 10!
He is fostered in Bonita Springs.
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
6. Rip
MEET RIP A GORGEOUS
BLACK MOUTH CUR LOOKING FOR HIS FOREVER HOME!
9 LOCATED IN NAPLES, FLORIDA
Rip is a 1-year-4-month-old
Black Mouth Cur who is
absolutely gorgeous and ready for a family of his own!
Sadly, his owner is no longer able to care for him, so Rip is now looking for a loving forever home.
This handsome boy has so much going for him:
1 year, 4 months old
Neutered
Up-to-date on vaccines
Potty trained
Great leash manners
Does well when left alone
* Good with other dogs with a proper introduction
Beautiful, sweet boy
Rip is a wonderful young dog who deserves a family that will love him, cherish him, and make him part of their lives for good.
Read more about Rip
Interested in meeting Rip?
An adoption application must be completed before a meet-and-greet can be scheduled.
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
7. Bindi
MEET BINDI THIS BEAUTIFUL GIRL — SHE’S WAITING FOR HER FOREVER HOME!
❤️
This sweet girl is just
1½ years old
and is the perfect t size 19 lbs
and has already been through more than she ever should have. She was found as a stray, and now she’s finally safe in a loving foster home — but what she really needs is a family of her own.
She is
spayed, up-to-date on her vaccines, and heartworm negative
. She is also
dog-friendly
and would absolutely love a home with a
secure fenced-in yard
where she can run, play, and enjoy being the active cattle dog she is!
She does have that wonderful
herding instinct
Read more about Bindi
that cattle dogs are known for, so she would thrive with a family who understands and appreciates her breed and gives her plenty of exercise, love, and enrichment.
She is such a special girl, and her foster mom would love nothing more than to see her find the family she’s been waiting for. ❤️
If you can find it in your heart to give this beautiful girl a loving forever home, please reach out.
She has so much love to give and is ready to be someone’s best friend.
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
8. Joanie
Urgent
Could anyone use a Halloween buddy to watch spooky movies with?
Joanie would LOVE to be your Halloween movie buddy! ❤️ Imagine this sweet 85-lb girl curled up next to you while you watch scary movies, handing out treats, and enjoying Halloween together!
She’s
2 years old, spayed, microchipped, and up to date on vaccines and preventatives.
She’s affectionate, loving, housebroken, and absolutely loves people.
But Joanie’s time is running out — she is scheduled to be euthanized Tuesday.
Could YOU be the person who gives Joanie her happily-ever-after?
Please foster or adopt and SAVE HER LIFE! ❤️
JOANIE
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
9. Stella
Meet Stella, a Border Collie enjoying her senior years.
Stella is bright, athletic and affectionate, and she still has a
great deal of love to give.
Please do not overlook this wonderful girl. She deserves a home
where she can spend her golden years surrounded by people who
love her.
If you are looking for a smart, athletic, and loving companion,
Stella may be the perfect match.
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
10. Jeremy
Meet Jeremy.
This handsome two year old Black Mouth Cur was found wandering the
streets, skinny, scared and alone. A kind stranger brought him to
the shelter, we pulled him from there, and we nursed him back to
health.
Now a healthy 55 pounds, Jeremy is happy, affectionate, and ready
for the family who will never let him go. He is good with other
dogs, adores people, and is still unsure about cats. He walks
beautifully on a leash.
He is neutered, up to date on his vaccinations, and heartworm
negative.
Jeremy is in Fort Myers, FL.
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
Rescues and shelters near Marco Island
The rescues with the most dogs listed within 50 miles of Marco Island.
- Collier County Domestic Animal ServicesNaples, FL · 23 dogs · 15 mi from Marco Island
- Lee County Domestic Animal ServicesFort Myers, FL · 22 dogs · 42 mi from Marco Island
- Golden Retriever Rescue of Southwest Florida, Inc.Bonita Springs, FL · 10 dogs · 29 mi from Marco Island
- Hopeful Paws of FloridaEstero, Fl · 5 dogs · 35 mi from Marco Island
How to adopt from Hopeful Paws of Florida
Potential adopters complete an adoption application, provide veterinary and personal references, and may undergo a home check. We work to match each dog with the best possible home based on the dog's needs and the adopter's lifestyle. All adopters sign an adoption contract and pay an adoption fee, which helps offset veterinary care and rescue expenses. Our dogs are spayed or neutered (when age-appropriate), vaccinated, microchipped, and receive any necessary medical care before adoption.
- Brookes Legacy Animal Rescue Inc.Naples, FL · 4 dogs · 18 mi from Marco Island
How to adopt from Brookes Legacy Animal Rescue Inc.
We have an adoption application that can be submitted on our website. We check home ownership/call landlords/call veterinarians and references. Check existing pets in the home are vaccinated and spayed/neutered.
Adopting a dog in Marco Island
Most rescues ask you to fill in an application, meet the dog, and pay an adoption fee that usually covers spaying or neutering, vaccinations and a microchip. Many are foster-based, so you'll often meet your dog in a volunteer's home rather than a shelter.
Senior dogs are often the calmest companions and the slowest to find homes. If you'd like a settled, affectionate dog, ask the rescues about their older residents.
Questions about adopting a dog in Marco Island
How many dogs are up for adoption in Marco Island?
As of November 4, 2026, 64 dogs and puppies are listed for adoption within 50 miles of Marco Island, Florida, by 5 rescues and shelters. The list is updated every day.
Where can I adopt a dog in Marco Island?
The rescues with the most dogs near Marco Island right now are Collier County Domestic Animal Services (Naples, FL), Lee County Domestic Animal Services (Fort Myers, FL) and Golden Retriever Rescue of Southwest Florida, Inc. (Bonita Springs, FL). Each dog above has the rescue's phone number and website.
Are there puppies for adoption in Marco Island?
Not right now. Rescues within 50 miles of Marco Island have no puppies listed today, but new dogs arrive every day, so check back soon.
How do I adopt a dog in Marco Island?
Pick a dog and contact the rescue or shelter looking after them. Most ask you to fill in an application, meet the dog, and pay an adoption fee that usually covers spaying or neutering, vaccinations and a microchip.
Listings are updated daily. Rescues are responsible for their own listings; a dog may have been adopted since this page was updated.