Dogs for Adoption in Palmetto, GA: 20 Dogs Looking for a Home
195 dogs and puppies are waiting for homes at 14 rescues and shelters within 50 miles of Palmetto. Here are the 20 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 Palmetto, 23 puppies, 60 young dogs, 85 adults and 23 seniors. The breeds you'll see most are Rat Terrier, Terrier and Shepherd, along with plenty of one-of-a-kind mixes.
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1. Midgie
Midgie needs an active family with lots of outdoor time; hiking, running, swimming, or playing soccer. She loves them all!
If you don’t like a dog that wants to be in your lap, wrap her ‘arms’ arms around you tightly, and give you kisses… then Midgie isn’t for you. If you want that kind of love from a dog, then please keep reading.
Read more about Midgie
Miss Midgie is a super loving and energetic girl. She’s a total “people dog” and is great with kids. It seems like she could get by in life with just two things… a person to hug and kiss, and her herding ball. This girl’s got energy, but is fine entertaining herself with her beloved herding ball for hours. She’s good with other dogs that are not aggressive – she’s up for making new friends, but wont back down if another dog is not so nice to her.
Midgie is GREAT on a leash (no work went into this on her foster family’s part – all her nature). Midgie’s perfect forever family is one that will take her for walks and have a fenced yard (or keep an close eye on her if she’s off leash in the yard) – her youthful curiosity and ability to jump higher than the bionic woman mean that she sometimes makes her own decision to go exploring if left unattended. Again – a higher fence, zip line, or dog run (along with her beloved herding ball) have worked wonders to keep her safe while we’ve fostered her.
This smart and loving girl wants to be at the top of your consideration list - in return, she’ll be your best friend for life!
Age: 3.6 years
Weight: 40lbs
Temperament: Gets along with older sturdy kids, submissive male dogs
Training: Housetrained, has basic training
"Wait", "Sit", "Gentle", "Crate", "This way", and "Pull it"
Vetting: Spayed, up-to-date on vaccines, heartworm negative
Email for questions: http://todd.smith@emory.edu
To ensure we're meeting both pet and adopters' needs, we ask potential adopters to complete an Adoption Application (www.bit.ly/DH-Adoption) for caretakers to review. Once your application is approved, we will bring the adoptable pet to your home for a preliminary visit.
- House-trained
2. Norma Jean
Norma Jean: Tennis-Ball-Loving Mix Seeking Foster or Forever Home
Meet Norma Jean, a playful, sweet 1.5-year-old who will happily chase a tennis ball for as long as you'll throw it! At just 28 pounds, she's a compact bundle of energy who knows how to switch off: give her some exercise and she'll happily chill out while you work.
See Video of Cute Lil' Norma Jean Exploring
The Basics:
1.5 years old, 28 lbs, possibly a Beagle/Corgi mix
Housebroken and crate-trained
Great at the vet and loves meeting people outside
Very intelligent and responds well to training
Read more about Norma Jean
Her Personality:
Norma Jean is an affectionate girl who loves her people of all ages. She’s also a devoted, watchful companion who takes her role at home seriously. She's protective of her home and when strangers arrive, she can be cautious about welcoming them inside and bark. She’s been working with a trainer to learn that, as a little dog, she doesn’t have to be the big boss, and she’s making great progress. She does great when meeting people outside. Her new family will need to keep up that training.
With Other Dogs:
Norma Jean enjoys being around other dogs. She likes to meet dogs and take a short walk outside before being thrown in the backyard with them. She has a confident personality and knows her boundaries, so she’s best matched with playful, easygoing dogs whose personalities complement hers—or dogs who are happy to give her space. She responds well to cues from other dogs and has lived with dogs ranging in size from 8-80 pounds. Like many dogs, she prefers to eat separately so she can eat at her own pace. She has shown no resource guarding with humans.
Her Ideal Home:
A home with teens and adults, where everyone can be mindful of doors and entrances
A calm, consistent family committed to continuing her training
Daily exercise, playtime, and plenty of tennis-ball adventures!
Norma Jean needs a foster or adopter as soon as possible. She has so much love and personality to share. She’s looking for a foster or forever home where she can continue her training, enjoy her favorite activities, and be loved for the amazing dog she is.
Email for Questions: amy@doggieharmony.org
Apply: https://doggieharmony.org/forms
Doggie Harmony is a pet placement and matchmaking service that works with community members who are already housing a pet. Interested adopters are asked to apply at https://doggieharmony.org/forms and allow a home visit, so we can make sure each pet is a great match. Please ask the pet’s current caretaker directly about their return process, and request an adoption contract. While we can’t offer immediate intake for dogs that need to be returned, we’re always happy to help a family rehome a pet while they continue to care for it. Every match keeps a pet out of Georgia’s overcrowded shelters, where more than 30,000 dogs and cats are euthanized each year.
Last Updated: 11/3/26
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- No cats
- House-trained
3. Joe
Joe just showed up at a family's home and stayed. After attempts to find the owner failed, it was clear he was dumped.
He’s very sweet and easy going but still a very strong dominant type dog. We would prefer someone with experience with this breed but will consider if they’ll sign up for training. Amazingly smart and dedicated dogs as long as well socialized and time is spent with them.
We're saying only older, sturdy kids because he is so large and strong.
Age: 9 months
Weight: 68 lbs
Temperament: Gets along with cats, dogs and older sturdy kids
Training: needs basic training
Vetting: neutered, up-to-date on vaccines, heartworm negative
Read more about Joe
Email for questions: http://loramyers51@yahoo.com
To ensure we're meeting both pet and adopters' needs, we ask potential adopters to complete an Adoption Application (www.bit.ly/DH-Adoption) for caretakers to review. Once your application is approved, we will bring the adoptable pet to your home for a preliminary visit.
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
4. Ruffles
Ruffles showed up at foster's home and no one claimed him.
He’s very VERY playful! He can play fetch until your arm falls off! Super sweet and does happy dances! He is just pure delight! He’d be a great hiking partner!
He loves other dogs and would be happiest with a canine companion.
Age: 8 years
Weight: 32 lbs
Temperament: Gets along with dogs and older sturdy kids
Training: Housetrained, crate-trained has some basic training
Vetting: neutered, up-to-date on vaccines, heartworm negative
Email for questions: http://loramyers51@yahoo.com
Read more about Ruffles
To ensure we're meeting both pet and adopters' needs, we ask potential adopters to complete an Adoption Application (www.bit.ly/DH-Adoption) for caretakers to review. Once your application is approved, we will bring the adoptable pet to your home for a preliminary visit.
We are 100% donation-funded and our fees are equivalent to (or less than) the cost to fully vet a new dog yourself. Please expect an adoption fee of $300; some of our urgent or long-term dogs have discounted fees.
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
5. Rufus
Rufus' owner passed away. The only life he had known was his owner and their peaceful home. He's has been through some trauma and needs a little bit to come around but once he knows you, he sticks to you like glue. He bonds best to one person and needs an adult home with no chaotic kids. A canine companion for him, would be great!
Age: 1 year
Weight: 19 lbs
Temperament: Gets along with other dogs and calm adults
Training: Housetrained crate-trained
Vetting: neutered, up-to-date on vaccines, heartworm negative
Email for questions: http://loramyers51@yahoo.com
Read more about Rufus
To ensure we're meeting both pet and adopters' needs, we ask potential adopters to complete an Adoption Application (www.bit.ly/DH-Adoption) for caretakers to review. Once your application is approved, we will bring the adoptable pet to your home for a preliminary visit.
We are 100% donation-funded and our fees are equivalent to (or less than) the cost to fully vet a new dog yourself. Please expect an adoption fee of $300; some of our urgent or long-term dogs have discounted fees.
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
6. Rufus Lee
Rufus was orginally bought for a family's kids but they weren't interested in a dog. Rufus needs kids that want to play with him, even a canine companion. He is very playful and sociable. He thrives on affection and play.
Age: 10 months
Weight: 20 lbs
Temperament: Gets along with other dogs, kids (older sturdy kids are best) we don't know how he is with cats.
Training: Housetrained, crate-trained, needs basic training
Vetting: neutered, up-to-date on vaccines, heartworm negative
Email for questions: http://loramyers51@yahoo.com
Read more about Rufus Lee
To ensure we're meeting both pet and adopters' needs, we ask potential adopters to complete an Adoption Application (www.bit.ly/DH-Adoption) for caretakers to review. Once your application is approved, we will bring the adoptable pet to your home for a preliminary visit.
We are 100% donation-funded and our fees are equivalent to (or less than) the cost to fully vet a new dog yourself. Please expect an adoption fee of $300; some of our urgent or long-term dogs have discounted fees.
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
7. Sterling
Sterling would make a good adventure buddy and active companion. He does have some obedience training and is friendly woth people and dogs. He does like to jump when excited which is being worked on but may scare a small child on accident. Good with the farm animals and can be cat tested upon request.
Stray pickup with a broken tail, had tail amputated which is why he is docked.
Age: 4 years
Weight: 69 lbs
Temperament: Gets along with dogs, older sturdy kids, farm animals, can be cat tested
Training: Housetrained, crate-trained, knows commands
sit, come, off, place, treadmill, heel, free, implied stay
Read more about Sterling
Vetting: neutered, up-to-date on vaccines, heartworm negative
Email for questions: http://jessie.bohanan@gmail.com
To ensure we're meeting both pet and adopters' needs, we ask potential adopters to complete an Adoption Application (www.bit.ly/DH-Adoption) for caretakers to review. Once your application is approved, we will bring the adoptable pet to your home for a preliminary visit.
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
8. Ivonne
Meet six-year-old Ivonne, a total sweetheart and dream companion!
Ivonne is the kind of dog who simply wants to be loved and chill by your side. People are Ivonne’s favorite. She absolutely loves getting pets and belly rubs, and she has such a kind, gentle heart with plenty of love to give. She’s an excellent listener, eager to learn, and a pleasure to work with.
Ivonne is completely potty trained and crate trained, happily relaxing in her crate and sleeping peacefully through the night. She’s also wonderfully quiet, rarely barks.
Read more about Ivonne
Ivonne is great on leash and has a medium-to-low energy level. She would make a wonderful companion for someone looking for a dog who enjoys both getting out for a stroll and cozying up at home.
Ivonne has previously lived with other dogs. She has also done well around a young baby, even rolling onto her belly for pets. She appears to be very comfortable meeting new people and has shown no issues with strangers.
Ivonne is currently heartworm positive, but her treatment is covered and will be starting soon.
All around, Ivonne is an adorable, loving, easygoing girl who is ready to bring lots of affection, companionship, and sweetness into her forever home. She has so much love to share and is just waiting for the right person to discover what a special girl she is!
Age: 6 years
Weight: 50 lbs
Temperament: Gets along with other dogs, kids, not cat-tested
Training: Housetrained,crate-trained, has basic training
Vetting: Spayed, up-to-date on vaccines, heartworm treatment paid for and underway
Email for questions: sonali@doggieharmony.org
To ensure we're meeting both pet and adopters' needs, we ask potential adopters to complete an Adoption Application (www.bit.ly/DH-Adoption) for caretakers to review. Once your application is approved, we will bring the adoptable pet to your home for a preliminary visit.
We are 100% donation-funded and our fees are equivalent to (or less than) the cost to fully vet a new dog yourself. Please expect an adoption fee of $300; some of our urgent or long-term dogs have discounted fees.
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
9. Stryker
Stryker and his brother were a cruelty case, left behind when family moved. In spite of this, he and his brother still sweet and easy going no issues over food. They are both very affectionate with everyone.
Best with older kids, he is active and could knock down toddlers.
Stryker would love to have a canine companion in his new home. We don't know how he feels about cats.
Age: 1 year
Weight:40 lbs
Temperament: Gets along with other dogs, older sturdy kids, all adults
Training: crate-trained, don't know if house-trained yet, they are in a kennel
Vetting:neutered, up-to-date on vaccines, heartworm negative
Read more about Stryker
Email for questions: http://loramyers51@yahoo.com
To ensure we're meeting both pet and adopters' needs, we ask potential adopters to complete an Adoption Application (www.bit.ly/DH-Adoption) for caretakers to review. Once your application is approved, we will bring the adoptable pet to your home for a preliminary visit.
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
10. Clifford
Clifford and his brother were a cruelty case, left behind when family moved. In spite of this, he and his brother still sweet and easy going no issues over food. They are both very affectionate with everyone.
Best with older kids, he is active and could knock down toddlers.
Clifford would love to have a canine companion in his new home. We don't know how he feels about cats.
Age: 1 year
Weight:45 lbs
Temperament: Gets along with other dogs, older sturdy kids, all adults
Training: crate-trained, don't know if house-trained yet, they are in a kennel
Vetting:neutered, up-to-date on vaccines, heartworm negative
Read more about Clifford
Email for questions: http://loramyers51@yahoo.com
To ensure we're meeting both pet and adopters' needs, we ask potential adopters to complete an Adoption Application (www.bit.ly/DH-Adoption) for caretakers to review. Once your application is approved, we will bring the adoptable pet to your home for a preliminary visit.
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
11. Rocky Urgently needs foster or adopter
Winnie & Rocky were surrendered to Canine Crusaders when their owner required emergency medical treatment and could no longer care for them. They are in boarding and urgently need a foster or adopter. They are currently in boarding in Woodstock, GA.
Rocky has arthritis and has some resource guarding. He would do best in a home with someone experienced in caring for multiple dogs and older kids who will respect his boundaries. A home that will welcome both Winnie & Rocky together.
For allergies, Rocky is on Royal Canin Hydrolyzed Protein
Age: 9 years
Weight: 85 lbs
Temperament: Gets along with other dogs, older respectful kids
Read more about Rocky Urgently needs foster or adopter
Training: Housetrained, crate-trained, has some basic training
Vetting: neutered, up-to-date on vaccines, heartworm negative
Email for questions:
jessiesfosters@gmail.com
To ensure we're meeting both pet and adopters' needs, we ask potential adopters to complete an Adoption Application (www.bit.ly/DH-Adoption) for caretakers to review. Once your application is approved, we will bring the adoptable pet to your home for a preliminary visit.
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
- House-trained
12. Winnie Urgently needs foster or adopter
Winnie & Rocky were surrendered to Canine Crusaders when their owner required emergency medical treatment and could no longer care for them. They are in boarding and urgently need a foster or adopter. They are currently in boarding in Woodstock, GA.
Prefer a fenced back yard for this pair.
Winnie must be fed Royal Canin Urinary SO
Age: 6 years
Weight: 42 lbs
Temperament: Gets along with older respectful kids, her partner Rocky has some arthritis and doesn't want to rough-house, gets along with cats and dogs
Training: Housetrained, crate-trained, has some basic training
Vetting: Spayed, up-to-date on vaccines, heartworm negative
Read more about Winnie Urgently needs foster or adopter
Email for questions:
jessiesfosters@gmail.com
To ensure we're meeting both pet and adopters' needs, we ask potential adopters to complete an Adoption Application (www.bit.ly/DH-Adoption) for caretakers to review. Once your application is approved, we will bring the adoptable pet to your home for a preliminary visit.
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
- House-trained
13. Fireheart Desperately needs Foster/Adopter
We really need a foster for Fireheart. She is a posting for a good Samaritan who found her coming to their yard. And now Fireheart feels safe enough to keep coming but the family rents, they do not have a fence and are not able to take her inside. They also do not have the funds to spay her or anywhere safe for her to recover. We can help with funding, we just don't have fosters available.
This is what the rescuer says about her,
Read more about Fireheart Desperately needs Foster/Adopter
Any loving home would be perfect. Once she gets to know you, she’s very sweet and likes to be around someone. She does get short bursts of energy, but seems to enjoy relaxing. She likes children and adults. We haven’t seen not seen her interact with other animals, but she’s extremely sweet. I’m sure she would get along with under pets.
Age: Young
Weight: approx. 45-50 lbs
Temperament: Gets along with all humans, no experience with other pets
Training: unknown
Vetting: Spay will need to be scheduled when she has a place to recover,
Email for questions: http://Katrina.lynn.diaz@gmail.com
To ensure we're meeting both pet and adopters' needs, we ask potential adopters to complete an Adoption Application (www.bit.ly/DH-Adoption) for caretakers to review. Once your application is approved, we will bring the adoptable pet to your home for a preliminary visit.
14. Joy
Joy: Sweet 55-lb Companion Seeking a Calm, Dog-Free Home
Joy had a rough start, but in a calm, steady home she’s become pure love. She’s about 6, past the puppy chaos, and happiest soaking up attention from her people. She’s sweet, listens well, and follows directions.
About 6 years old, 55 lbs, spayed female
Housetrained, crate-trained, knows basic commands
Good with cats
Vaccinated, heartworm negative
Joy needs to be the only dog. She’s wary of strangers, so let her warm up to new people at her own pace. She does best with adults in a calm, consistent home. Kids’ running and noise may cause her to nip, so no young children.
Read more about Joy
Best fit: adults, a quiet routine, no other dogs (cats are fine).
Questions: asimon100@outlook.com
Apply: https://doggieharmony.org/forms
Doggie Harmony is a pet placement and matchmaking service that works with community members who are already housing a pet. Interested adopters are asked to apply at https://doggieharmony.org/forms and allow a home visit, so we can make sure each pet is a great match. Please ask the pet’s current caretaker directly about their return process, and request an adoption contract. While we can’t offer immediate intake for dogs that need to be returned, we’re always happy to help a family rehome a pet while they continue to care for it. Every match keeps a pet out of Georgia’s overcrowded shelters, where more than 30,000 dogs and cats are euthanized each year.
Last Updated: 11/3/26
- Good with cats
- House-trained
15. Penelope
URGENT: Penelope, Sweet 25-lb Girl Who Needs Someone Patient
Sit on the floor, wait quietly, and Penelope will come to you, then melt into your lap. Once this 3-year-old feels safe, she’s sweet, playful, and endlessly affectionate. She wants to be the center of her person’s world.
About 3 years old, 25 lbs, spayed female
Reliably uses pee pads
Quiet and non-destructive when left alone
Good on leash
Spayed, Vaccinated, heartworm negative
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What she needs: Penelope is an anxious girl, and she takes daily anxiety medication. If someone approaches or tries to catch her too quickly, she may bark or nip out of fear. Let her come to you, and she will. She does not do well crated (she’ll cry for hours) but doesn’t need to be. She does best with someone home much of the day who can give her plenty of attention.
Other pets: She’s best as the only dog, or with a carefully matched, easygoing companion. She does well with confident cats but may chase a fearful one.
Best fit: a patient adult or retiree, a calm and consistent home, older respectful kids at most.
Penelope has been through several homes, and her current foster isn’t a long-term option. She needs her forever person soon.
Questions: asimon100@outlook.com
Apply: https://doggieharmony.org/forms
Doggie Harmony is a pet placement and matchmaking service that works with community members who are already housing a pet. Interested adopters are asked to apply at https://doggieharmony.org/forms and allow a home visit, so we can make sure each pet is a great match. Please ask the pet’s current caretaker directly about their return process, and request an adoption contract. While we can’t offer immediate intake for dogs that need to be returned, we’re always happy to help a family rehome a pet while they continue to care for it. Every match keeps a pet out of Georgia’s overcrowded shelters, where more than 30,000 dogs and cats are euthanized each year.
Last Updated: 11/3/26
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
16. Bella
Bella is incredibly sweet with her humans, is a couch potato, although she does have short burst of funny playing. She loves nothing more than to snuggle. She is funny and loving.
She would prefer a home without other dogs, she has some reactivity to dogs she doesn't know and has been a little spicy with her foster pack. It's a case of "Little Man" syndrome.
Age: 1 year
Weight: 20 lbs
Temperament: Gets along with adults, older respectful kids
Training: Housetrained, crate-trained
Vetting: Spayed, up-to-date on vaccines, heartworm negative and on prevention
Email for questions: http://jensfuriends@gmail.com
Read more about Bella
To ensure we're meeting both pet and adopters' needs, we ask potential adopters to complete an Adoption Application (www.bit.ly/DH-Adoption) for caretakers to review. Once your application is approved, we will bring the adoptable pet to your home for a preliminary visit.
- Only dog
- House-trained
17. Spooks. Urgently needs a foster or adopter
Spooks is truly one of the best dogs I've ever met. She is highly intelligent, intensely loyal, and forms incredibly strong bonds with her people. She thrives on one-on-one time, structure, and engagement.
Spooks would be an exceptional companion for someone who can match her energy and provide focused attention. Because of her size and energy, returning to a shelter kennel would be incredibly stressful for her. We are looking for a foster or an adopter.
Age: 6.5 years
Weight: 73 lbs
Temperament: Gets along with dogs with slow intro, cats and older sturdy kids
Training: Housetrained, crate-trained, has basic training
Read more about Spooks. Urgently needs a foster or adopter
Vetting: Spayed, up-to-date on vaccines, heartworm negative and on prevention
Email for questions: http://treymoss@protonmail.com
To ensure we're meeting both pet and adopters' needs, we ask potential adopters to complete an Adoption Application (www.bit.ly/DH-Adoption) for caretakers to review. Once your application is approved, we will bring the adoptable pet to your home for a preliminary visit.
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
- House-trained
18. Trudy
Trudy is 9 years old, and she'd like a word with whoever decided that means slowing down. She'll check the whole yard before she checks you — over the rocks, into the leaves, all business — and she'll circle back on her own schedule. Sit down and give her a few minutes and she comes in, and then she's in your lap and won't get out of it. That's the deal with her: she decides, and once she's decided, she's yours.
At a sleek 50-ish pounds, Trudy co-exists peacefully with dogs and cats. What she wants is someone unhurried, a quick potty and security check yard, then a couch buddy to unwind with at the end of her day.
Age: 9
Weight: ~50
Read more about Trudy
Temperament: Gets along with people, dogs, and cats
Training: Housetrained and crate-trained; professional couch potato
Vetting: Spay/neutered, up-to-date on vaccines, heartworm negative
Email for questions: kbstine@emory.edu
Apply: https://doggieharmony.org/forms
Doggie Harmony is a pet placement and matchmaking service that works with community members who are already housing a pet. Interested adopters are asked to apply at https://doggieharmony.org/forms and allow a home visit, so we can make sure each pet is a great match. Please ask the pet’s current caretaker directly about their return process, and request an adoption contract. While we can’t offer immediate intake for dogs that need to be returned, we’re always happy to help a family rehome a pet while they continue to care for it. Every match keeps a pet out of Georgia’s overcrowded shelters, where more than 30,000 dogs and cats are euthanized each year.
Updated: 11/3/26
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
- House-trained
19. Andrielle
Meet Andrielle
Your Easygoing, Dog-Loving Best Friend
Andrielle is the kind of dog who makes life easy. At 6 years old and 40 pounds, this sweet girl has a calm, medium-energy personality and a wonderful ability to go with the flow.
She adores other dogs and has lived happily with multiple foster dogs. She also regularly enjoyed shelter playgroup and is great at matching her play style to her canine friends. A doggy sibling would be a wonderful bonus for her!
Read more about Andrielle
Andrielle has also been friendly with children under 10. She loves cuddling with her people but is equally happy entertaining herself when you’re busy. She listens well, knows come, sit, down, and off, is housetrained, and walks nicely on leash.
She does have some mild-to-moderate food or environmental allergies that can make her itchy, but they don't seem to slow her down or affect her happy-go-lucky personality.
Andrielle is spayed, heartworm negative, and up to date on vaccines. Breed is our best guess, but we’re certain about one thing: she’s 100% good girl.
Questions? clare.mcgaughey@gmail.com
Ready to meet Andrielle? Apply to adopt at DoggieHarmony.org > Forms
Doggie Harmony is a pet placement and matchmaking service that works with community members who are already housing a pet. Interested adopters are asked to apply at https://doggieharmony.org/forms and allow a home visit, so we can make sure each pet is a great match. Please ask the pet’s current caretaker directly about their return process, and request an adoption contract. While we can’t offer immediate intake for dogs that need to be returned, we’re always happy to help a family rehome a pet while they continue to care for it. Every match keeps a pet out of Georgia’s overcrowded shelters, where more than 30,000 dogs and cats are euthanized each year.
*Disclaimer: Breeds are a best guess ;)
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
20. Wiggy
Wiggy is the baby of Class 11 at just 9 months old and 39 pounds, and he is ALL puppy — happy, bouncy, goofy, energetic, and always ready to play. Peach and Kirby are his current partners in crime, and he thinks they are just fabulous.
He was surrendered to the shelter because he was having accidents in the house. . . at eight months old. We’ll give you a minute.
His former family said he’s a German Wirehaired Pointer, and we can definitely see it in that scruffy coat, face, and build. The cream-and-gold coloring is a bit of a plot twist, so who knows what else is mixed in there.
Read more about Wiggy
Whatever he is, he is RIDICULOUSLY cute, expected to top out around 55 pounds, and we have a sneaking suspicion this boy is going to have a fan club.
- Good with dogs
Rescues and shelters near Palmetto
The rescues with the most dogs listed within 50 miles of Palmetto.
- Carroll County Animal ShelterCarrollton, GA · 40 dogs · 26 mi from Palmetto
- Angels Among Us Pet RescueAlpharetta, GA · 35 dogs · 43 mi from Palmetto
How to adopt from Angels Among Us Pet Rescue
Applications can be filled out at www.angelsrescue.org/adopt. We require all pets in the home (barring medical and age exceptions) to be up to date on vaccinations and spayed/neutered.
- Mostly Mutts Animal Rescue & Adoption, Inc.Kennesaw, GA · 33 dogs · 35 mi from Palmetto
How to adopt from Mostly Mutts Animal Rescue & Adoption, Inc.
Mostly Mutts Animal Rescue & Adoption's Adoption Process Our facility is currently open to the public Monday-Saturday, 11-3. We welcome you to come meet our adoptable Mutts & Kitties! Please keep in mind the following: Many of our adoptable Mutts & Kitties are in foster homes, so please call 770-272-6888 to find out if the pet you are interested in is at our facility. With an approved application we can set up meet & greets and adoptions with a pet in foster care. We are not yet up to full ‘staffing’ following the pandemic, so there may be times when we cannot do meet & greets or process an application on the spot. The best first step is to submit an application via www.mostlymutts.org. Our adoption counselors are happy to help make a great match for you and your family! Adoption Info: Adoptions are being scheduled for approved applicants, by appointment only. Please submit an application through our website at www.mostlymutts.org if you are interested in one of our adoptable pets. We are receiving a large volume of applications and processing may take a little bit longer than normal. We are grateful for your interest, and an adoption counselor will be in touch as quickly as possible. Please give us 48 hours to respond before sending a follow-up email. Don’t see a dog or cat for you on the website? Submit the application anyway!! We are taking in a large number of dogs and cats weekly. Due to the overwhelming demand, many are matched with approved applic
- Doggie HarmonyAtlanta, GA · 23 dogs · 22 mi from Palmetto
How to adopt from Doggie Harmony
Application Background/Ref Check Home Visit Contract Fee
- Barkville Dog RescueRoswell, GA · 20 dogs · 38 mi from Palmetto
How to adopt from Barkville Dog Rescue
All of our dog posted for adoption are fully vetted which includes: Age appropriate vaccines (DHPP, Rabies, Bordetella), spay/neutered/microchipped. All adopters must complete an application, reference checks, and home check. Adoption fee is $300.00. Senior dogs are $250.00.
- New Rattitude, Inc.Atlanta, ga · 15 dogs · 33 mi from Palmetto
How to adopt from New Rattitude, Inc.
application, personal references check, vet reference check, telephone interview, home visit, temperament match, adoption contract and adoption fee.
- Street PawsLocust Grove, GA · 7 dogs · 35 mi from Palmetto
How to adopt from Street Paws
We screen all adopters. We perform vet references and home visits prior to approval and adoption. We have a pre-app and an adoption contract. Cats are $125 and dogs are $250-400 fully vetted up to their age
- Releashed RescueRoswell, GA · 6 dogs · 40 mi from Palmetto
How to adopt from Releashed Rescue
Application which is reviewed and vet reference and personal reference called, home visit and adoption fee.
- Ruff Redemption Rescue, IncWoodstock , GA · 4 dogs · 41 mi from Palmetto
How to adopt from Ruff Redemption Rescue, Inc
When someone inquires on one of our dogs, we request completion of the adoption application. The application is reviewed and approved or denied. Meets are scheduled for approved adopters either at the foster parents home or adopters home. If the decision to adopt is made at that time but the animal is not ready (spay/neuter pending) a deposit is taken to hold the dog until ready for adoption. At the time of the adoption, the agreement is signed, education is provided, first month of heartworm and flea prevention is given, and payment/remaining payment taken. All of our dogs receive a physical exam, spay/neuter, vaccinations appropriate for age, dewormer, heart worm test (if over 6 mo of age) & microchip prior to adoption. The adoption fee ranges from $250 to $400. With an approved application, a 50% non-refundable deposit may be provided to hold a dog until all vetting is complete. Home visits and vet references will be performed prior to adoption. Fenced yards and single family homes are required for most of our dogs.
- Southern Animal Volunteer EffortDecatur, GA · 3 dogs · 30 mi from Palmetto
How to adopt from Southern Animal Volunteer Effort
Full adoption process including home checks. Adoption fee is $275
- English Springer Rescue AmericaWoodstock, GA · 3 dogs · 41 mi from Palmetto
- Canine CellMates--Fulton County's Jail Dog ProgramAtlanta, GA · 2 dogs · 22 mi from Palmetto
How to adopt from Canine CellMates--Fulton County's Jail Dog Program
If you are interested in adopting one of our dogs, please fill out an adoption application. After filling out the application, please save or print and scan it and email to: adopt@caninecellmates.org. As soon as we have received your application, a member of our Adoption Coordination team will be in touch with you. Next, we would like for you to attend one of our meet n' greets to meet your potential new pup face to face (dates and times will be announced on our Events page). Lastly, we will conduct a home visit and introduction to your family (both human and non-human). Additionally, all of our dogs require an adoption fee. The dogs in the Canine CellMates program are all selected from Fulton County Animal Control, a high-kill facility, which is now under the management of Lifeline Animal Project. Each dog chosen for the program undergoes extensive temperament testing to determine their suitability for the program. Under the supervision of volunteer professional trainers and assistants, the dogs and their handlers spend eight weeks learning basic obedience. Equally important, the dogs are socialized around a variety of people and other dogs during this period. Canine CellMates’ dogs are available for adoption immediately and will be able to go to their forever homes after graduation. Canine CellMates will carefully screen all adoption applications to ensure the right match between dog and person. Like all dogs adopted from FCAS, the Canine CellMates graduates are fully va
- A Welcome Home Animal RescueAtlanta, GA · 2 dogs · 31 mi from Palmetto
How to adopt from A Welcome Home Animal Rescue
First there is an application, then the meeting, then the animal is brought to its potential new home, then there is a foster/trial period, after a month or so we make the final adoption. Fees may vary, but the standard is $275 for dogs and the standard is $125 for cats. All animals are fully vetted and up to date on shots at adoption. If at anytime and for any reason, the animal is not working in the new household, we will take them back.
- Southern Crescent Canine RescueMilner, GA · 2 dogs · 39 mi from Palmetto
How to adopt from Southern Crescent Canine Rescue
Fee charged Contract Application Trial period
Adopting a dog in Palmetto
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.
Puppies go quickly, so if you've fallen for one, contact the rescue soon. Ask how big they're expected to grow, and plan for plenty of house-training and training in the first few months.
Questions about adopting a dog in Palmetto
How many dogs are up for adoption in Palmetto?
As of November 4, 2026, 195 dogs and puppies are listed for adoption within 50 miles of Palmetto, Georgia, by 14 rescues and shelters. The list is updated every day.
Where can I adopt a dog in Palmetto?
The rescues with the most dogs near Palmetto right now are Carroll County Animal Shelter (Carrollton, GA), Angels Among Us Pet Rescue (Alpharetta, GA) and Mostly Mutts Animal Rescue & Adoption, Inc. (Kennesaw, GA). Each dog above has the rescue's phone number and website.
Are there puppies for adoption in Palmetto?
Yes. 23 puppys are up for adoption within 50 miles of Palmetto.
How do I adopt a dog in Palmetto?
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.
