Dogs for Adoption in Bowling Green, KY: 30 Dogs Looking for a Home
By Dogs of the Day · Updated

288 dogs and puppies are waiting for homes at 10 rescues and shelters within 100 miles of Bowling Green. Here are 30 of the newest arrivals, each with photos, their story and how to reach the rescue looking after them.
Of the dogs up for adoption within 100 miles of Bowling Green, 27 puppies, 62 young dogs, 157 adults and 6 seniors. The breeds you'll see most are Pit Bull Terrier, Labrador Retriever and Hound, along with plenty of one-of-a-kind mixes.
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1. Bandit
Young · Male · Carolina Dog / Labrador Retriever / Mixed (short coat) · 74 mi from Bowling Green




Meet Bandit!
Bandit is a 1 year old, neutered Carolina dog and Labrador mix who was saved from euthanasia in a high kill TX shelter. He has been fostered for 3 months in Lebanon, TN. We are looking to rehome him in the next two to three weeks because our resident dogs do not get along with him despite our best efforts.
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He is eager to please, intelligent, playful, medium energy, affectionate and curious! He is good with people of all ages, including children 5 and older, and gets along well with dogs when he is properly introduced. We think Bandit would do well in a home with other dogs that match his playful energy. He would also do well in a home as a solo dog.
We do not recommend him for a home with cats given his prey drive towards small animals.
Bandit is house/potty trained, crate trained and walks well on a leash. He currently knows "sit", "leave it" and “wait” and will patiently wait at doors and for his meals. He is very treat motivated and responds well to a clicker during his training. He has received some obedience training and continues to learn new skills each week.
Bandit loves to play fetch, loves squeaky and chew toys and playing chase with his foster siblings.
Bandit is 41 lbs, in perfect health, neutered, fully vetted, up to date on all vaccines and rabies, heartworm negative, microchipped and current on heartworm preventive.
Foster will provide Bandit’s food, all vet records and rabies certificate for his new adopter.
If Bandit sounds like the kind of companion you've been missing, please email Critter Cavalry Rescue at ccrtennessee@gmail.com. Be sure to include your city and state so we can learn a little about where this handsome fellow might be headed for his next chapter!
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- No cats
- House-trained
2. Opie
Puppy · Male · Golden Retriever · 89 mi from Bowling Green



Currently located at our Evansville, IN locationCan you open your heart and home to this adorable rescue dog? Fostering is a rewarding experience that provides stability and love a homeless animal needs while we search for a forever family. Don't worry; we'll provide you with all the essentials and support you need throughout the fostering process. Your kindness can make a world of difference in the life of a homeless animal. We do allow foster to adopt homes so if you fall in love and want to become a forever home, you will have priority for adoption consideration! If you can offer a temporary foster home, please complete a foster application at ITVrescue.org.All of our dogs are examined by a veterinarian, given age-appropriate vaccinations, dewormed, microchipped, spayed or neutered, heartworm tested and treated if necessary.
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
3. Charlie
Adult · Male · Lhasa Apso · 89 mi from Bowling Green


Currently located at our Evansville, IN locationCan you open your heart and home to this adorable rescue dog? Fostering is a rewarding experience that provides stability and love a homeless animal needs while we search for a forever family. Don't worry; we'll provide you with all the essentials and support you need throughout the fostering process. Your kindness can make a world of difference in the life of a homeless animal. We do allow foster to adopt homes so if you fall in love and want to become a forever home, you will have priority for adoption consideration! If you can offer a temporary foster home, please complete a foster application at ITVrescue.org.All of our dogs are examined by a veterinarian, given age-appropriate vaccinations, dewormed, microchipped, spayed or neutered, heartworm tested and treated if necessary.
4. Brock
Adult · Male · Pit Bull Terrier · 89 mi from Bowling Green


Currently located at our Owensboro, KY location Can you open your heart and home to this adorable rescue dog? Fostering is a rewarding experience that provides stability and love a homeless animal needs while we search for a forever family. Don't worry, we'll provide you with all the essentials and support you need throughout the fostering process. Your kindness can make a world of difference in the life of a homeless animal. We do allow foster to adopt homes, so , if you fall in love and want to become a forever home, you will have priority for adoption consideration! If you can offer a temporary foster home, please complete a foster application at ITVrescue.org.All of our dogs are examined by a veterinarian, given age-appropriate vaccinations, dewormed, microchipped and spayed or neutered.
5. Sunny Jane
Adult · Female · Black Mouth Cur · 89 mi from Bowling Green




Currently located at our Owensboro, KY location Can you open your heart and home to this adorable rescue dog? Fostering is a rewarding experience that provides stability and love a homeless animal needs while we search for a forever family. Don't worry, we'll provide you with all the essentials and support you need throughout the fostering process. Your kindness can make a world of difference in the life of a homeless animal. We do allow foster to adopt homes, so , if you fall in love and want to become a forever home, you will have priority for adoption consideration! If you can offer a temporary foster home, please complete a foster application at ITVrescue.org.All of our dogs are given age-appropriate vaccinations, dewormed, microchipped and spayed or neutered.
6. Skyler
Adult · Female · German Shepherd Dog / Mixed · 89 mi from Bowling Green




Currently located at our Evansville, IN location Meet Skyler! Say hello to Skyler, a beautiful 3-year-old German Shepherd mix with a stunning black-and-tan coat! This lovely girl is ready to leave shelter life behind and find a family who will give her the love, comfort, and security she deserves. Skyler is still waiting for her perfect match, and we’re learning more about her as she settles in. We’re not yet sure how she does with other dogs or cats, so any introductions to resident pets should be handled carefully.Could Skyler be the missing piece of your family? Come meet this beautiful girl and see if she’s the one you’ve been waiting for! Ready to adopt? Apply today! ITVrescue.org info@itvrescue.org 812-909-1306 1417 Stockwell Rd, Evansville, INAll of our dogs receive a veterinary examination, age-appropriate vaccinations, deworming, a microchip, and spay/neuter surgery.
Read more about Skyler
Dogs are also heartworm tested and treated if needed.
7. Whisper
Female · Chihuahua / Terrier / Mixed · 99 mi from Bowling Green




Available dogs are met by appointment only and pre-approved adopters ONLY.Our dogs are currently in a foster homes which can answer your questions better than anyone else. We promise our fosters that we will qualify all potential adopters before we ask them to communicate with potential adopters.The application is the first step. Pleae complete the adoption (or foster) application here: https://www.russellrescuetn.com/application-for-adoption/You will be contacted if further information is needed. We are 100% volunteer powered. Volunteers process the applications and need time above their personal needs and full-time jobs to process the apps.Please have patience.
Read more about Whisper
We do not have any paid staff members. Our adoption fee is $300 which includes spay/neuter, DHPP, Bordetella, Rabies, HW check, and microchip. Russell Rescue dogs are fostered in the Middle Tennessee area. We do not ship/transport our dogs, so the approved adopter must be willing to travel to Tennessee. Russell Rescue will try to first place our rescue dogs locally or in surrounding states.Russell Rescue is not open to the public for visiting hours. We do not have a physical location of our own. You can text our team if you need assistance with your app or have questions about your app status: 502-805-7786.
8. Remy
Adult · Male · Australian Shepherd / Mixed (medium coat) · 74 mi from Bowling Green




Meet our most handsome Remy! This Australian Shepherd mix is a loving, 2 year old, 62 lb, boy who is searching for a dog focused family that will spend lots of time with him. He delights in being with his favorite people and we are looking for a family or situation that will not leave him home alone a lot. A work from home family or stay at home mom with teens. He is crate trained, house trained, and has completed 2 weeks of basic obedience training. He learned heel, sit, down, stay, and come. He was a favorite of the staff! Remy has gotten along with the other dogs in his foster home who are about his same size, as well as a playmate at Doggie Daycare.
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Remy would not be a good fit with cats as he wants to chase them. A large fenced yard would be best so he can safely run and play with plenty of room, but he also loves being indoors with his family. . A home with adults or teens would be best because of his size and playfulness. This is a boy that has started a wonderful road of polishing his manners and his behaviors and is going to good places for his future. Are you the family to take him the rest of the way home? Please contact Critter Cavalry Rescue at ccrtennessee@gmail.com if you are interested. Please tell us where you live; city and state.
- Good with dogs
- No cats
9. Hank The Hound
Young · Male · Hound / Mixed (short coat) · 74 mi from Bowling Green




Hound Dog Hank is one of those beautiful, fun Beagle pups that has nothing but happy smiles for all that watches him. He is a puppy that will warm your heart and make coming home just more exciting at the end of your day. This adorable Beagle mix puppy, Hound Dog Hank, is 14 weeks old and weighs 12 pounds of pure cuteness. Destined to be a 25 pound boy, he is a gentle and smart little guy with a true joy for life. He loves playing with other dogs and he absolutely is the best at nighttime bedtime snuggles. He sleeps through the night and is quiet as a mouse. Not housebroken yet and is learning the timing and ropes of going outside, this boy can be crated with just a few minutes of protest and then he settles down.
Read more about Hank The Hound
He is a Kentucky pup that was being given away on FB and a rescue friend to Critter Cavalry Rescue snatched him up before he could be given to the wrong people.
He is being neutered 11/3 and he is going to be ready for a new home by 11/6. All shots given and rabies done and microchipped, this boy is healthy and ready to play his way into your heart. Please contact Critter Cavalry Rescue at ccrtennessee@gmail.com When emailing, please mention where you live, city and state. We adopt locally to Tennessee where he is being fostered and also to the northeastern corridor of states... 12 altogether in the northeast. We transport every weekend.
10. Lady Autumn
Young · Female · Carolina Dog (medium coat) · 74 mi from Bowling Green



Some dogs are sweet. Some are funny. Some are beautiful. And then there is Lady Autumn, who somehow manages to be ALL of those things at once!We don't hand out special names just because they sound pretty, but this 10-month-old girl has earned the title of Lady Autumn by a country mile. At 38 pounds, she's a lovely Carolina Dog mix who will likely mature into a beautiful 42-pound adult. She's the perfect size for a whole lot of adventure, and believe us, this girl has plenty of adventure in her!Lady Autumn was found as a stray, but you would never know it from the way she approaches life. She has been an absolute delight in her foster home, where she has made friends with the resident foster dog and shown just how much fun two happy dogs can have together.
Read more about Lady Autumn
She is smart, eager to please, has great recall, and seems to have an endless supply of enthusiasm. And did we mention that she SMILES? This girl seems to wear a grin just about all the time. Her happiness is contagious, and watching her play is enough to make anyone smile right along with her.Now, let's talk about the kind of home this girl deserves. Lady Autumn is not going to be content with a quick trip outside and a 30-minute walk around the block. She has a big, active spirit and needs room to stretch those legs, explore, run, and enjoy life. A securely fenced yard is a must for her, giving her the freedom to burn off that youthful energy safely. She would absolutely love an active person or family who enjoys running, hiking, outdoor adventures, and making the most of every day. She's also done wonderfully playing with another dog and could make a fantastic canine companion.Children, young adult couples, active families, or vibrant empty nesters could all find a wonderful companion in this girl. She has the intelligence to learn, the personality to entertain you, and the zest for life to keep you moving. Lady Autumn isn't just looking for someone to feed her and give her a place to sleep. She's looking for a partner in adventure, someone who wants a dog to share life's everyday moments and its biggest adventures.Imagine coming home to that big smile every day. Imagine a hiking trail with her bouncing along beside you, a game of fetch in the backyard, or simply watching her enjoy the life she was meant to have. That's what Lady Autumn is waiting for.She's young, she's joyful, she's full of promise, and she has so much love and life ahead of her. We have a feeling that whoever adopts this girl isn't just getting a dog. They're getting a whole new reason to get outside, laugh a little louder, and enjoy every single day.If you have room in your home, your yard, and your heart for a girl like Lady Autumn, please email Critter Cavalry Rescue at ccrtennessee@gmail.comand tell us where you live. This girl is ready to make someone very, very lucky!
11. Louie ln
Puppy (4 months 4 days) · Male · Cattle Dog / Mixed (short coat) · 72 mi from Bowling Green



Louie and his brother Nico were from an unwanted litter of puppies being given away in the Dickson Walmart parking lot. Thank goodness for them, a foster home stepped up so we could take them in to be vetted and adopted to an approved family.
Louie is a calm, sweet boy. He has been around most farm animals, cats, other dogs and has no problems with any of them. He will be neutered prior to adoption. Check him out on our website:
https://lastchancepetrescue.org/adopt/
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
12. Nico ln
Puppy (4 months 7 days) · Male · Cattle Dog / Mixed (short coat) · 72 mi from Bowling Green



Nico and his brother Louie were from an unwanted litter and being given away in a Walmart parking lot. Extremely fortunate for them, a foster home stepped up and offered to take them in! Sweet, laid back boys. Good with farm animals of all kinds, smart. Scheduled to be neutered prior to adoption.
For more information, check him out under our Adoptable Pets at:
https://lastchancepetrescue.org/adopt/
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
13. Rooster
Puppy · Male · Terrier · 89 mi from Bowling Green




Currently located at our Owensboro, KY location Can you open your heart and home to this adorable rescue dog? Fostering is a rewarding experience that provides stability and love a homeless animal needs while we search for a forever family. Don't worry, we'll provide you with all the essentials and support you need throughout the fostering process. Your kindness can make a world of difference in the life of a homeless animal. We do allow foster to adopt homes, so , if you fall in love and want to become a forever home, you will have priority for adoption consideration! If you can offer a temporary foster home, please complete a foster application at ITVrescue.org.All of our dogs are examined by a veterinarian, given age-appropriate vaccinations, dewormed, microchipped and spayed or neutered.
14. Betty and Wilma+
Female · Rat Terrier / Terrier / Mixed · 99 mi from Bowling Green




Available dogs are met by appointment only and pre-approved adopters ONLY.Our dogs are currently in a foster homes which can answer your questions better than anyone else. We promise our fosters that we will qualify all potential adopters before we ask them to communicate with potential adopters.The application is the first step. Pleae complete the adoption (or foster) application here: https://www.russellrescuetn.com/application-for-adoption/You will be contacted if further information is needed. We are 100% volunteer powered. Volunteers process the applications and need time above their personal needs and full-time jobs to process the apps.Please have patience.
Read more about Betty and Wilma+
We do not have any paid staff members. Our adoption fee is $300 which includes spay/neuter, DHPP, Bordetella, Rabies, HW check, and microchip. Russell Rescue dogs are fostered in the Middle Tennessee area. We do not ship/transport our dogs, so the approved adopter must be willing to travel to Tennessee. Russell Rescue will try to first place our rescue dogs locally or in surrounding states.Russell Rescue is not open to the public for visiting hours. We do not have a physical location of our own. You can text our team if you need assistance with your app or have questions about your app status: 502-805-7786.
- Adopt together
15. Icara
Adult · Female · Pit Bull Terrier · 89 mi from Bowling Green




Currently located at our Owensboro, KY location Can you open your heart and home to this adorable rescue dog? Fostering is a rewarding experience that provides stability and love a homeless animal needs while we search for a forever family. Don't worry, we'll provide you with all the essentials and support you need throughout the fostering process. Your kindness can make a world of difference in the life of a homeless animal. We do allow foster to adopt homes, so , if you fall in love and want to become a forever home, you will have priority for adoption consideration! If you can offer a temporary foster home, please complete a foster application at ITVrescue.org.All of our dogs are examined by a veterinarian, given age-appropriate vaccinations, dewormed, microchipped and spayed or neutered.
16. Porcini
Young · Female · Boxer / Terrier / Mixed · 89 mi from Bowling Green




Currently located at our Owensboro, KY location Can you open your heart and home to this adorable rescue dog? Fostering is a rewarding experience that provides stability and love a homeless animal needs while we search for a forever family. Don't worry, we'll provide you with all the essentials and support you need throughout the fostering process. Your kindness can make a world of difference in the life of a homeless animal. We do allow foster to adopt homes, so , if you fall in love and want to become a forever home, you will have priority for adoption consideration! If you can offer a temporary foster home, please complete a foster application at ITVrescue.org.All of our dogs are examined by a veterinarian, given age-appropriate vaccinations, dewormed, microchipped and spayed or neutered.
17. Steele
Adult · Male · Pit Bull Terrier · 89 mi from Bowling Green



Currently located at our Owensboro, KY location Steele – The Man, The Myth, The Legend! Meet Steele! This handsome 7-year-old gentleman weighs in at 52 pounds and is dressed to impress in his tan and white coat. Steele came to us as a stray, has been fully vetted, and is now ready to leave shelter life behind and find a family to call his own.At 7 years old, he's got plenty of life and love left to give. Could you be the one to make Steele's happily ever after happen? Name: Steele Age: 7 years old Weight: 52 pounds Color: Tan & white Status: Fully vettedHelp Steele find his forever home!Apply to adopt at itvrescue.org All of our dogs are given age-appropriate vaccinations, dewormed, microchipped and spayed or neutered.
18. Florence
Senior · Female · Miniature Pinscher · 89 mi from Bowling Green


Currently located at our Owensboro, KY location Meet Florence! This sweet senior lady is ready to find a soft place to land and spend her golden years surrounded by love. Florence is an estimated 10-year-old Min Pin mix who came to us as a stray, so unfortunately, we don't have any background information on her. She's missing most of her teeth, but that doesn't make her any less deserving of a wonderful forever home! We've reduced Florence's adoption fee to just $75 to help cover the cost of her vaccines, microchip, and heartworm test.Senior dogs have so much love left to give. Could you be the person who makes Florence's golden years her best years? Apply to adopt at itvrescue.org! Daviess County It Takes A Village2620 Hwy 81, Owensboro, KYAll of our dogs are given age-appropriate vaccinations, dewormed, microchipped and spayed or neutered.
19. Bean
Adult · Male · Chihuahua · 89 mi from Bowling Green



Currently located at our Owensboro, KY location Can you open your heart and home to this adorable rescue dog? Fostering is a rewarding experience that provides stability and love a homeless animal needs while we search for a forever family. Don't worry, we'll provide you with all the essentials and support you need throughout the fostering process. Your kindness can make a world of difference in the life of a homeless animal. We do allow foster to adopt homes, so , if you fall in love and want to become a forever home, you will have priority for adoption consideration! If you can offer a temporary foster home, please complete a foster application at ITVrescue.org.All of our dogs are examined by a veterinarian, given age-appropriate vaccinations, dewormed, microchipped and spayed or neutered.
- House-trained
20. Rook
Young · Male · Labrador Retriever / Mixed · 89 mi from Bowling Green




Currently located at our Evansville, IN location Meet Rook! Looking for a fun-loving companion who will keep you on your toes? Meet Rook! This handsome black Lab mix was born in July 2025 and weighs about 63 pounds. Although he may look like a big boy, Rook is still very much a puppy at heart!Rook is a high-energy guy who’s always ready for his next adventure. He gets along with other dogs and would love a family who can keep up with his playful personality. He hasn’t quite figured out how big he is yet, so he can be a bit of a bulldozer when he gets excited! Because of his size and enthusiasm, a home with older children would be the best fit.Rook is still learning and will benefit from continued training, consistency, and plenty of opportunities to burn off that puppy energy.
Read more about Rook
If you’re ready for a goofy, energetic best friend who will bring lots of fun to your life, Rook is waiting to meet you! Ready to meet Rook? Apply to adopt at ITVrescue.org! info@itvrescue.org 812-909-1306 1417 Stockwell Rd, Evansville, INAll of our dogs receive a veterinary examination, age-appropriate vaccinations, deworming, a microchip, and spay/neuter surgery. Dogs are also heartworm tested and treated if needed.
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
21. Puppy Otis
Young · Male · Labrador Retriever (short coat) · 74 mi from Bowling Green



If you are looking for a wonderful Lab to join your family then Otis is the ONE!!! This 9 month old 32 pound Lab boy is just like a sponge for love and he would be the best friend to all!!! Otis is a breath of fresh air when you meet him. His enthusiasm for life and his true desire to be friends with all the world is so joyful to watch. He has lived a rather desperate and limited life in the early months with a person who struggled on lots of levels. Despite the chaos of the early months, Otis is a fully engaged and happy dog. A teenager is what we would classify him in regards to human years and yet he is a quick study and certainly ready to graduate to a better home life and people who can guide him to become the smart and well mannered dog he has shown that he is so far.
Read more about Puppy Otis
He is pretty good on a leash considering no real practice till now and he is housebroken and crate training beautifully. He is surrounded by young children 6 years and above and loves every minute of their attention and hugs. We see this boy being a great running mate, walking partner, trail explorer and sideline soccer cheerleader for his family participants. Otis is a Lab and looks mostly all of that with nothing else. At his current weight of 31 pounds, he is destined to become a 50 pound handsome adult that will make his way in to your heart forever. Otis is a standout and a dog for all seasons and ages in a family's life. Thank you for considering this special boy. Contact Critter Cavalry Rescue at ccrtennessee@gmail.com if you are interested. He is ready to go!!
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
- House-trained
22. Oakley
Adult (2 years 5 months) · Female · Yellow Labrador Retriever / Golden Retriever / Mixed (medium coat) · 77 mi from Bowling Green





This dog is in Tennessee. Adoption Donation $200 if picked up in TN, $275 plus transport fee for out-of-state adoptions.
Read more about Oakley
Oakley is a soft-hearted girl whose happy tail and sweet smile are worth taking the time to earn. She may be a little shy when meeting someone new, but once she begins to feel safe, her affectionate personality starts to shine. Before long, you may find her happily wagging her tail just because you're sitting nearby and giving her a little attention. This lovely 2.5-year-old Lab mix weighs 46 pounds and has a moderate energy level. She enjoys leisurely walks, tasty treats, and one of her favorite pastimes, snuggling on the couch with her person. Oakley is housetrained, does well in her crate, and walks nicely on leash, making her an easy companion for daily routines. Oakley has done well with the other dogs and cat in her foster home. She has also been around chickens and a horse, which she simply ignores. New people and unfamiliar situations can make her timid and a little jumpy, so she will appreciate a calm, patient family that gives her time to settle in and build trust. She is still getting comfortable in her foster home, and there is likely even more of her sweet personality waiting to emerge. Oakley would love a quieter home where she can form a close bond with her people, enjoy daily walks and activities, and then curl up beside them for a relaxing evening. If you believe the best friendships are built with a little patience and a lot of love, Oakley may be the girl you've been waiting for. Reach out to A.A.R.F. by text at 931-260-8018 or visit https://www.aarf-tn.com to start the application process.
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
- House-trained
23. Puppy Blaze
Young · Male · Labrador Retriever / Mixed (short coat) · 74 mi from Bowling Green




Meet Blaze, a 5-6 month old happy, precious liver colored Lab mix pup who is ready to learn, grow, and become the very best dog in your life. He is 30 pounds as of 10/29 and destined to be a 50-55 pound handsome adult. A perfect size for so many families.
Read more about Puppy Blaze
Blaze has told us that he loves the idea of having a human best friend for the rest of his life. Our dream is for him to finally have someone or a family that is all HIS! He’s a goofy boy who will keep you laughing, fill your days with smiles, and remind you that sometimes the best medicine is a little laughter and a whole lot of Lab love.
All Blaze needs is someone willing to teach him what being a well trained and beloved companion in life is all about. He is so happy and delights in playing with his toys and any human that wants to throw a ball or just watch TV together. Blaze is truly a smart boy that is that loving pup who is like a sponge to learn all there is to teach him. He never meets a stranger and is wonderful with other animals....cats and dogs alike.
Are you ready to be Blaze’s hero? Are you ready to make great memories for the holidays for years and years to come in life? All you have to do is open your arms to this precious boy and give him the forever home he deserves. Give yourself a treat in life. Blaze will be a gift you give yourself and your family is you choose him. Critter Cavalry Rescue is ready to answer questions and guide you on how to bring this boy home to share a lovely Fall and Holiday Time before 2026 comes to an end. Email us at ccrtennessee@gmail.com Tell us where you live, city and state.
24. Roxie
Adult · Female · Labrador Retriever / Retriever / Mixed · 89 mi from Bowling Green




Currently located at our Owensboro, KY location Can you open your heart and home to this adorable rescue dog? Fostering is a rewarding experience that provides stability and love a homeless animal needs while we search for a forever family. Don't worry, we'll provide you with all the essentials and support you need throughout the fostering process. Your kindness can make a world of difference in the life of a homeless animal. We do allow foster to adopt homes, so , if you fall in love and want to become a forever home, you will have priority for adoption consideration! If you can offer a temporary foster home, please complete a foster application at ITVrescue.org.All of our dogs are examined by a veterinarian, given age-appropriate vaccinations, dewormed, microchipped and spayed or neutered.
- Good with kids
- House-trained
25. Franklin
Male · Papillon · 89 mi from Bowling Green




Currently located at our Evansville, IN locationCan you open your heart and home to this adorable rescue dog? Fostering is a rewarding experience that provides stability and love a homeless animal needs while we search for a forever family. Don't worry; we'll provide you with all the essentials and support you need throughout the fostering process. Your kindness can make a world of difference in the life of a homeless animal. We do allow foster to adopt homes so if you fall in love and want to become a forever home, you will have priority for adoption consideration! If you can offer a temporary foster home, please complete a foster application at ITVrescue.org.All of our dogs are examined by a veterinarian, given age-appropriate vaccinations, dewormed, microchipped, spayed or neutered, heartworm tested and treated if necessary.
- House-trained
26. Cortes
Young · Male · Anatolian Shepherd · 89 mi from Bowling Green


Currently located at our Owensboro, KY location Can you open your heart and home to this adorable rescue dog? Fostering is a rewarding experience that provides stability and love a homeless animal needs while we search for a forever family. Don't worry, we'll provide you with all the essentials and support you need throughout the fostering process. Your kindness can make a world of difference in the life of a homeless animal. We do allow foster to adopt homes, so , if you fall in love and want to become a forever home, you will have priority for adoption consideration! If you can offer a temporary foster home, please complete a foster application at ITVrescue.org.All of our dogs are examined by a veterinarian, given age-appropriate vaccinations, dewormed, microchipped and spayed or neutered.
27. Sloane
Adult · Female · Shepherd · 89 mi from Bowling Green



Currently located at our Owensboro, KY location Can you open your heart and home to this adorable rescue dog? Fostering is a rewarding experience that provides stability and love a homeless animal needs while we search for a forever family. Don't worry, we'll provide you with all the essentials and support you need throughout the fostering process. Your kindness can make a world of difference in the life of a homeless animal. We do allow foster to adopt homes, so , if you fall in love and want to become a forever home, you will have priority for adoption consideration! If you can offer a temporary foster home, please complete a foster application at ITVrescue.org.All of our dogs are examined by a veterinarian, given age-appropriate vaccinations, dewormed, microchipped and spayed or neutered.
28. Utah
Adult · Male · Cattle Dog · 89 mi from Bowling Green




Currently located at our Owensboro, KY location Meet Utah! Looking for an adventure buddy who also loves to cuddle? Meet Utah! This handsome 5-year-old red and white merle Collie mix weighs around 60 pounds and is fully vetted and ready to find his forever home! Good with other dogs Good with cats Good with kids Said to be housebroken Loves hiking & fishing Loves to cuddle Energetic and ready for adventure!Utah is the perfect combination of fun-loving adventure buddy and big-time snuggler. Now he just needs a family to share it all with!Apply to adopt at itvrescue.org All of our dogs are given age-appropriate vaccinations, dewormed, microchipped and spayed or neutered.
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
- House-trained
29. Bree
Young (10 months) · Female · Dachshund / Pit Bull Terrier / Mixed (short coat) · 77 mi from Bowling Green




This dog is in Tennessee. Adoption Donation $200 if picked up in TN, $275 plus transport fee for out-of-state adoptions.
Read more about Bree
Bree wiggles her entire body the moment she sees her person, long ears bouncing up and down, and it is impossible not to smile. This 10-month-old Dachshund mix weighs 22 pounds and has the playful energy of a puppy. She loves squeaky toys, investigating new surroundings, and showering her favorite people with kisses on faces, ears, hands, and toes. When playtime winds down, there is nothing she likes better than curling up in a lap to watch TV, happy just to be near you. Bree is fully housetrained with no accidents so far, as long as she gets regular potty breaks in the morning, afternoon, and at bedtime. She is crate trained too, lying quietly inside, and she enjoys traveling in her crate and riding in the car. She does not know any commands yet, so she is a blank slate ready to learn. On walks she can go a good distance, stopping often to sniff everything along the way.
The big world outside can feel a little overwhelming to Bree. New noises, cars, people, and dogs make her nervous at first, and she may bark a little or try to keep her distance. The more she meets them, the braver she gets, and with time she warms up and her sweet personality shines through. She is a homebody at heart and perfectly content spending quiet time with her person.
Bree would be happiest with a family who will help her build confidence one new experience at a time, and who will enjoy having a loyal little lap buddy in return. With the right support, she is going to blossom into a wonderful, devoted companion. If you have the patience and heart to help a sweet girl find her courage, Bree would love to meet you. Reach out to A.A.R.F. by text at 931-260-8018 or visit https://www.aarf-tn.com to start the application process.
- House-trained
30. Pearl
Adult · Female · Pit Bull Terrier · 89 mi from Bowling Green


Currently located at our Owensboro, KY location Can you open your heart and home to this adorable rescue dog? Fostering is a rewarding experience that provides stability and love a homeless animal needs while we search for a forever family. Don't worry, we'll provide you with all the essentials and support you need throughout the fostering process. Your kindness can make a world of difference in the life of a homeless animal. We do allow foster to adopt homes, so , if you fall in love and want to become a forever home, you will have priority for adoption consideration! If you can offer a temporary foster home, please complete a foster application at ITVrescue.org.All of our dogs are examined by a veterinarian, given age-appropriate vaccinations, dewormed, microchipped and spayed or neutered.
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
Rescues and shelters near Bowling Green
The rescues with the most dogs listed within 100 miles of Bowling Green.
- It Takes A Village No-Kill RescueEvansville, IN · 142 dogs · 89 mi from Bowling Green
How to adopt from It Takes A Village No-Kill Rescue
Adoption application and contract, adoption fee from $200 to $300
- Critter Cavalry RescueFranklin, TN · 41 dogs · 74 mi from Bowling Green
How to adopt from Critter Cavalry Rescue
Adoption contract required. Fees determined by adoption counselor.
- Russell Rescue, Inc.Columbia, TN · 29 dogs · 99 mi from Bowling Green
- Proverbs 12:10 Animal RescueNashville, TN · 26 dogs · 70 mi from Bowling Green
How to adopt from Proverbs 12:10 Animal Rescue
preferably online application at www.proverbs1210rescue.org adoption contract requires pet be returned to us if cannot care for it. NO REHOMING adoption fees vary
- Love a Big Dog RescueHopkinsville/princeton, Ky, NH · 19 dogs · 79 mi from Bowling Green
How to adopt from Love a Big Dog Rescue
the adoptions fees are determined based on vetting in their current state transporting and additional vetting required in nh
- White County Animal ShelterSparta, TN · 17 dogs · 90 mi from Bowling Green
- A.A.R.F. - All About Rescue and Fixin' Inc.Cookeville, TN · 9 dogs · 77 mi from Bowling Green
How to adopt from A.A.R.F. - All About Rescue and Fixin' Inc.
An Adoption Application is required and an Adoption Donation is required. Minimum donation varies per animal.
- Barktown RescueBoston, KY · 2 dogs · 69 mi from Bowling Green
How to adopt from Barktown Rescue
First, we do ask that an application be filled out on the animal the person is interested in. Once approved, we can set up to meet the animal, which will already be vetted (spayed or neutered, vaccinated, heart worm tested, etc.). The fee for adoption starts at $125. There is a contract that also needs signed at the time of adoption.
- Last Chance Pet Rescue, IncWhite Bluff, TN · 2 dogs · 72 mi from Bowling Green
How to adopt from Last Chance Pet Rescue, Inc
Must complete an adoption application and sign adoption contract. Home is subject to home check.
- Kentucky Kitty Cats, Inc.Cromwell, KY · 1 dog · 33 mi from Bowling Green
How to adopt from Kentucky Kitty Cats, Inc.
We generally adopt out fully vetted cats and older kittens, but we are attempting some new options. Since the covid we have taken in over 140 felines, and we are not set up for this. We have cats everywhere and lots of new fosters; many of which intend to adopt once cats are spayed/neutered.
Adopting a dog in Bowling Green
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 Bowling Green
How many dogs are up for adoption in Bowling Green?
As of November 4, 2026, 288 dogs and puppies are listed for adoption within 100 miles of Bowling Green, Kentucky, by 10 rescues and shelters. The list is updated every day.
Where can I adopt a dog in Bowling Green?
The rescues with the most dogs near Bowling Green right now are It Takes A Village No-Kill Rescue (Evansville, IN), Critter Cavalry Rescue (Franklin, TN) and Russell Rescue, Inc. (Columbia, TN). Each dog above has the rescue's phone number and website.
Are there puppies for adoption in Bowling Green?
Yes. 27 puppys are up for adoption within 100 miles of Bowling Green.
How do I adopt a dog in Bowling Green?
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.
