Columbia, MD

Adult Dogs for Adoption in Columbia, MD: 30 Grown-Up Dogs Looking for a Home

Adult Dogs up for adoption near Columbia, MD

Rescues and shelters within 25 miles of Columbia have 327 adult dogs up for adoption. Here are the 30 newest, each with photos, their story and how to reach the rescue looking after them.

Adult dogs usually wait longer for homes than puppies, but their personalities are already settled, so you know just what you're getting: a couch companion, a running partner or a gentle family dog.

1. Toby

Adult · Male · Shih Tzu / Jack Russell Terrier / Mixed (long coat) · 21 mi from Columbia

TOBY NEEDS A FOREVER HOME!!!!
Name: Toby Best Guess for Breed: Shitzu / Jack Russell Terrier
Best Guess for Age: 5 years as of Nov 2026 SEX: Male

Approximate Weight: 11.4 lbs

Check out this video of Toby: https://youtube.com/shorts/fnroecSqSvI

Read more about Toby

Gets Along With: Other dogs! We have tested Toby with some of the cats at the shelter, and he did not seem particularly interested in chasing or pouncing on the cat. While this is a positive sign that Toby could live with a cat, he has not done so to our knowledge. If you have cats in your home, we are happy to discuss with you how to best introduce a new pup to your pack. Toby is not recommended for homes with children
Currently Living at: A DC area foster home

Special adoption considerations: Toby is not recommended for homes with children because he can be nippy when afraid or meeting new people.

About Toby: Meet Toby, an adorable 5-year-old Shih Tzu mix who's looking for a second chance at his happily ever after!
Toby was adopted in South Carolina, but just a few weeks later, his world was turned upside down when his adopter suffered an injury that required surgery and could no longer care for him. Through no fault of his own, Toby found himself back in rescue, hoping to find a family to call his own.
Toby is a sweet little guy who just needs a little time to feel comfortable with new people. He can be nervous when first meeting strangers and may nip if he feels scared or overwhelmed. But once he realizes you're a friend, his affectionate personality shines through! Toby warms up quickly and transforms into a loving little cuddle buddy who enjoys being close to his people.

The good news is that Toby gets along great with other dogs! He also did well with cats during his shelter cat test, suggesting he could be a good fit for a home with feline friends.

Because Toby can be fearful and may nip when nervous, he is not recommended for homes with children. He would do best in an adult-only home with patient adopters who understand that some dogs need a little extra time and space to build trust.

Toby has already experienced the disappointment of losing a home, and he's ready for a fresh start. With a little patience, kindness, and plenty of snuggles, this sweet boy will reward his new family with lots of love.
Could you be the one to give Toby the forever home he deserves?
What My Foster Says About Me: We'll update this section when Toby has spent more time with his foster.
Lucky Dog cannot guarantee any dog is housebroken. All of our dogs are working on their crate training.
TO ADOPT: The adoption fee for this dog is $460, which includes the cost of routine vetting, including vaccinations and spay/neuter. If you are interested in adopting, please complete the Adoption Questionnaire online at bit.ly/adoptaluckydog .

Lucky Dog Animal Rescue does our best to provide accurate information about the dogs we have for adoption. That said, we cannot make any guarantees about age, breed or temperament.
Thank you for contacting Lucky Dog Animal Rescue and helping to save a life! Please visit us online at www.luckydoganimalrescue.org .

BE A FOSTER!!! Fosters make it possible for Lucky Dog Animal Rescue to save and care for homeless and abandoned dogs! To learn about fostering, please contact fostering@luckydoganimalrescue.org!
BE A SPONSOR!!!! Sponsors help Lucky Dog support the many dogs we save. To learn more about sponsorship, please contact info@luckydoganimalrescue.org !

  • No young kids
  • Good with dogs
Adopt Toby fromLucky Dog Animal RescueWashington, DC · listed Nov 4

2. Lulu

Young · Female · Chihuahua / Mixed (short coat) · 21 mi from Columbia

LULU NEEDS A FOSTER OR FOREVER HOME!!!!
Name: Lulu Best Guess for Breed: Chihuahua Mix
Best Guess for Age: 2 years SEX: Female

Approximate Weight: 8.8lbs as of 10/25

Read more about Lulu

Gets Along With: Other dogs! We haven't seen them with cats or kids but we are happy to discuss integration techniques with any potential adopters!
Currently Living at: PUERTO RICO SHELTER. Needs a forever home or a foster to get her ride to DC!!
Special adoption considerations: Dogs from Puerto Rico have a major transition to go through when they arrive and will need humans who are very committed to socialization. We think Lulu would do best with either a resident dog or a family who can make sure he can go on walks regularly with other dogs, visit the dog park, or go to doggie daycare to learn the ropes.

Lulu is Looking For: Her forever family! This very sweet, well-mannered girl is ready to twirl right into the heart of a loving home. She would love leisurely sniffy walks, opportunities to explore her new neighborhood, quality kibble and a soft bed where she can curl up near her favorite people.

She would enjoy plenty of affection, gentle adventures and chances to be included in her family’s daily life. Dog school would help her bond with her new humans while showing them what a clever and polished little lady she is.

Most of all, Lulu is looking for people who will treasure her, keep up with her veterinary care and give her all the love and security she deserves. In exchange, she promises sweetness, lovely manners and loyal companionship. What do you say? Is Lulu ready to take center stage in your home and your heart?

What My Foster Says About Me: Coming soon!
Lucky Dog cannot guarantee any dog is housebroken. All of our dogs are working on their crate training.
TO ADOPT: The adoption fee for this dog is $460, which includes the cost of routine vetting, including vaccinations and spay/neuter. If you are interested in adopting, please complete the Adoption Questionnaire online at bit.ly/adoptaluckydog .

Lucky Dog Animal Rescue does our best to provide accurate information about the dogs we have for adoption. That said, we cannot make any guarantees about age, breed or temperament.
Thank you for contacting Lucky Dog Animal Rescue and helping to save a life! Please visit us online at www.luckydoganimalrescue.org .

BE A FOSTER!!! Fosters make it possible for Lucky Dog Animal Rescue to save and care for homeless and abandoned dogs! To learn about fostering, please contact fostering@luckydoganimalrescue.org!
BE A SPONSOR!!!! Sponsors help Lucky Dog support the many dogs we save. To learn more about sponsorship, please contact info@luckydoganimalrescue.org !

  • Good with dogs
Adopt Lulu fromLucky Dog Animal RescueWashington, DC · listed Nov 4

3. Quinn

Young · Male · Labrador Retriever / Hound / Mixed · 21 mi from Columbia

QUINN NEEDS A FOSTER OR FOREVER HOME!!!!
Name: Quinn Best Guess for Breed: Lab/Hound Mix
Best Guess for Age: 8 months as of Nov. 2026 SEX: Male

Approximate Weight (still growing): 35lbs as of 11/3

Read more about Quinn

Gets Along With: Other dogs! We have tested Quinn with some of the cats at the shelter, and he did not seem particularly interested in chasing or pouncing on the cat. While this is a positive sign that Quinn could live with a cat, he has not done so to our knowledge. If you have cats in your home, we are happy to discuss with you how to best introduce a new pup to your pack!
Currently Living at: South Carolina shelter; needs DC area foster or forever home

Quinn is Looking For: Quinn is a sweet and happy pup with the best ears this side of the Mississippi. He's looking for his forever home! He's up for whatever you want---snuggles on the couch, adventures around town, trips to the dog park, playing with toys? It all sounds good to him!
What My Foster Says About Me: Coming soon!
Lucky Dog cannot guarantee any dog is housebroken. All of our dogs are working on their crate training.
TO ADOPT: The adoption fee for this dog is $460, which includes the cost of routine vetting, including vaccinations and spay/neuter. If you are interested in adopting, please complete the Adoption Questionnaire online at bit.ly/adoptaluckydog .

Lucky Dog Animal Rescue does our best to provide accurate information about the dogs we have for adoption. That said, we cannot make any guarantees about age, breed or temperament.
Thank you for contacting Lucky Dog Animal Rescue and helping to save a life! Please visit us online at www.luckydoganimalrescue.org .

BE A FOSTER!!! Fosters make it possible for Lucky Dog Animal Rescue to save and care for homeless and abandoned dogs! To learn about fostering, please contact fostering@luckydoganimalrescue.org!
BE A SPONSOR!!!! Sponsors help Lucky Dog support the many dogs we save. To learn more about sponsorship, please contact info@luckydoganimalrescue.org !

  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
Adopt Quinn fromLucky Dog Animal RescueWashington, DC · listed Nov 3

4. Lorax

Young · Male · Poodle (Standard) / Mixed · 21 mi from Columbia

LORAX NEEDS A FOSTER OR FOREVER HOME!!!!
Name: Lorax Best Guess for Breed: Standard Poodle Mix
Best Guess for Age: 3 years as of Nov. 2026 SEX: Male

Approximate Weight: 55.5lbs

Read more about Lorax

Gets Along With: Other dogs! We have tested Lorax with some of the cats at the shelter, and he did not seem particularly interested in chasing or pouncing on the cat. While this is a positive sign that Lorax could live with a cat, he has not done so to our knowledge. If you have cats in your home, we are happy to discuss with you how to best introduce a new pup to your pack!
Currently Living at: South Carolina shelter; needs DC area foster or forever home

Lorax is Looking For: Lorax is a sweet and happy boy looking for his forever home! He's up for whatever you want---snuggles on the couch, adventures around town, trips to the dog park, playing with toys? It all sounds good to him!
What My Foster Says About Me: Coming soon!
Lucky Dog cannot guarantee any dog is housebroken. All of our dogs are working on their crate training.
TO ADOPT: The adoption fee for this dog is $460, which includes the cost of routine vetting, including vaccinations and spay/neuter. If you are interested in adopting, please complete the Adoption Questionnaire online at bit.ly/adoptaluckydog .

Lucky Dog Animal Rescue does our best to provide accurate information about the dogs we have for adoption. That said, we cannot make any guarantees about age, breed or temperament.
Thank you for contacting Lucky Dog Animal Rescue and helping to save a life! Please visit us online at www.luckydoganimalrescue.org .

BE A FOSTER!!! Fosters make it possible for Lucky Dog Animal Rescue to save and care for homeless and abandoned dogs! To learn about fostering, please contact fostering@luckydoganimalrescue.org!
BE A SPONSOR!!!! Sponsors help Lucky Dog support the many dogs we save. To learn more about sponsorship, please contact info@luckydoganimalrescue.org !

  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
Adopt Lorax fromLucky Dog Animal RescueWashington, DC · listed Nov 3

5. River

Adult · Male · Redbone Coonhound · 13 mi from Columbia

I’m River! I’m a 2-year-old, 44-pound Coonhound/Redbone with the softest eyes and an even softer heart. If you believe in second chances and incredible glow-ups, my story is for you!When I first arrived, I was terrified of the world and really scared of people. It turns out my eyes were hurting me (a condition called entropion), but thanks to a successful corrective surgery, I can finally see comfortably—and I have completely blossomed! Now that I’m feeling good, I’ve discovered just how wonderful people are, and I love making new human and dog friends.I’m already house-trained, neutered, microchipped, and up-to-date on all my vaccinations. It took a little healing, but I'm fully ready to start my next chapter. If you’re looking for a sweet, gentle hound to fill your home with love, I’d love to meet you!

  • Good with dogs
  • House-trained
Adopt River fromA Home of Their Own Animal RescueSilver Spring, MD · listed Nov 3

6. Blyss

Young · Female · Labrador Retriever / Border Collie / Mixed (medium coat) · 21 mi from Columbia

BLYSS NEEDS A FOSTER OR FOREVER HOME!!!!
Name: Blyss Best Guess for Breed: Lab/Border Collie Mix
Best Guess for Age: 11 months as of November 2026 SEX: Female

Approximate Weight: 39lbs

Read more about Blyss

Gets Along With: Other dogs! We have also tested her with some of the cats at the shelter, and she did not seem particularly interested in chasing or pouncing on the cat. While this is a positive sign that Blyss could live with a cat, she has not done so to our knowledge. If you have cats in your home, we are happy to discuss with you how to best introduce a new pup to your pack! We haven't seen them with kids but we are happy to discuss integration techniques with any potential adopters!
Currently Living at: SC shelter!

Blyss is Looking For: I dream of a forever home with loving humans! My tail wags just thinking about it! As my name suggests, I am very sweet. I also have very soft, big floppy ears-I must admit they are very cute and also great for me listen to you. I envision my forever humans and I will go on adventures together and also snuggle! Oh, and good dog food and some dog school so I can be the very best version of myself! What do you think?! Are you my forever family? Would you like to meet me? I hope so!!!
What My Foster Says About Me: Coming soon!!
Lucky Dog cannot guarantee any dog is housebroken. All of our dogs are working on their crate training.
TO ADOPT: The adoption fee for this dog is $460, which includes the cost of routine vetting, including vaccinations and spay/neuter. If you are interested in adopting, please complete the Adoption Questionnaire online at bit.ly/adoptaluckydog .

Lucky Dog Animal Rescue does our best to provide accurate information about the dogs we have for adoption. That said, we cannot make any guarantees about age, breed or temperament.
Thank you for contacting Lucky Dog Animal Rescue and helping to save a life! Please visit us online at www.luckydoganimalrescue.org .

BE A FOSTER!!! Fosters make it possible for Lucky Dog Animal Rescue to save and care for homeless and abandoned dogs! To learn about fostering, please contact fostering@luckydoganimalrescue.org!
BE A SPONSOR!!!! Sponsors help Lucky Dog support the many dogs we save. To learn more about sponsorship, please contact info@luckydoganimalrescue.org !

  • Good with dogs
Adopt Blyss fromLucky Dog Animal RescueWashington, DC · listed Nov 2

7. Bam

Young · Female · Labrador Retriever / Terrier / Mixed · 21 mi from Columbia

BAM NEEDS A FOSTER OR FOREVER HOME!!!!
Name: BAM Best Guess for Breed: LAB/TERRIER MIX
Best Guess for Age: 1 year as of Oct. 2026 SEX: female

Approximate Weight: 27 lbs

Read more about Bam

Gets Along With: Other dogs! We have tested Bam with some of the cats at the shelter, and she did not seem particularly interested in chasing or pouncing on the cat. While this is a positive sign that Bam could live with a cat, she has not done so to our knowledge. If you have cats in your home, we are happy to discuss with you how to best introduce a new pup to your pack!
Currently Living at: SC SHELTER. Bam needs a forever or foster home to come to the DC area!

BAM is Looking For: Hi! Are you looking for your new best friend? Maybe Bam I can be it! I am a young Lab/Terrier mix on a mission to find my forever home! My friends describe me as happy, bouncy, and a world-champion tail wagger. I also wear cool socks! And I am a great small/medium size! I am so ready for a family of my own and all the good things that come with it, like neighborhood walks, good dog food, a cozy bed to curl up in, dog school so I can be my best self, friends to play with, and of course a whole lot of love for each other and all the fun you can dream up for us! Don't resist my sweet cute face and awesome floppy ears :) Come meet me and apply to adopt me below!
What My Foster Says About Me: We will update when Bam spends time in foster!
Lucky Dog cannot guarantee any dog is housebroken. All of our dogs are working on their crate training.
TO ADOPT: The adoption fee for this dog is $460, which includes the cost of routine vetting, including vaccinations and spay/neuter. If you are interested in adopting, please complete the Adoption Questionnaire online at bit.ly/adoptaluckydog .

Lucky Dog Animal Rescue does our best to provide accurate information about the dogs we have for adoption. That said, we cannot make any guarantees about age, breed or temperament.
Thank you for contacting Lucky Dog Animal Rescue and helping to save a life! Please visit us online at www.luckydoganimalrescue.org .

BE A FOSTER!!! Fosters make it possible for Lucky Dog Animal Rescue to save and care for homeless and abandoned dogs! To learn about fostering, please contact fostering@luckydoganimalrescue.org!
BE A SPONSOR!!!! Sponsors help Lucky Dog support the many dogs we save. To learn more about sponsorship, please contact info@luckydoganimalrescue.org !

  • Good with dogs
Adopt Bam fromLucky Dog Animal RescueWashington, DC · listed Nov 2

8. Clank

Adult · Chihuahua / Mixed (short coat) · 21 mi from Columbia

CLANK NEEDS A FOSTER OR FOREVER HOME!!!!
Name: Clank Best Guess for Breed: Chihuahua Mix
Best Guess for Age: 2 years as of Nov. 2026 SEX: male

Approximate Weight: 8 lbs as of 10/30

Read more about Clank

Gets Along With: Other dogs! We have tested Clank with some of the cats at the shelter, and he did not seem particularly interested in chasing or pouncing on the cat. While this is a positive sign that Clank could live with a cat, he has not done so to our knowledge. If you have cats in your home, we are happy to discuss with you how to best introduce a new pup to your pack!
Currently Living at: South Carolina shelter; needs DC area foster or forever home!!

Clank is Looking For: His forever family! This happy, bouncy boy is ready to spring into the good life with humans of his very own. He would love plenty of sniffy walks, opportunities to explore his new neighborhood and lots of playtime and enrichment to keep his days fun and interesting.
Clank gets along well with other dogs and would enjoy making canine friends along the way. He is eager to discover all the wonderful things that come with being a treasured family dog—quality kibble, engaging toys, a soft bed and plenty of affection from his favorite people. He would also love to attend dog school so he can bond with his humans and show them what a clever boy he can be.
What My Foster Says About Me: Coming soon!
Lucky Dog cannot guarantee any dog is housebroken. All of our dogs are working on their crate training.
TO ADOPT: The adoption fee for this dog is $460, which includes the cost of routine vetting, including vaccinations and spay/neuter. If you are interested in adopting, please complete the Adoption Questionnaire online at bit.ly/adoptaluckydog .

Lucky Dog Animal Rescue does our best to provide accurate information about the dogs we have for adoption. That said, we cannot make any guarantees about age, breed or temperament.
Thank you for contacting Lucky Dog Animal Rescue and helping to save a life! Please visit us online at www.luckydoganimalrescue.org .

BE A FOSTER!!! Fosters make it possible for Lucky Dog Animal Rescue to save and care for homeless and abandoned dogs! To learn about fostering, please contact fostering@luckydoganimalrescue.org!
BE A SPONSOR!!!! Sponsors help Lucky Dog support the many dogs we save. To learn more about sponsorship, please contact info@luckydoganimalrescue.org !

  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
Adopt Clank fromLucky Dog Animal RescueWashington, DC · listed Nov 2

9. Dallas

Young (1 year) · Male · Beagle / Mixed (short coat) · 14 mi from Columbia

Name: Dallas

Sex: Male

Estimated Age: About 1 year old

Best Guess for Breed: Beagle Mix

Weight: About 14 lbs

Lives With: Other dogs (and is great with all people!)

Housebroken? He’s potty trained.

Rescued from: North Carolina

Read more about Dallas

Story: We are so happy to have Dallas safe and sound in a foster home in the DC area now. Dallas is a happy sweet boy who loves people and gets along great with other dogs and puppies. Dallas is just looking for someone to be his new best furend and we know that he will repay them with endless amounts of love and tail wags. Like all dogs, Dallas will need an adopter who is committed to setting him up for success by enrolling in obedience training and exercising him both mentally and physically. He will also need love, patience, and socialization in order to thrive!

The fee to adopt Dallas is $475. That covers the cost of all his vaccines, his neuter, the collar he’s wearing, his transport to DC and his care in his foster home. He’s up to date on all age appropriate vaccines.

If you think that Dallas might be your perfect match, apply today!

  • Good with kids
  • Good with dogs
  • House-trained
Adopt Dallas fromPetey and FurendsRockville, MD · listed Nov 1

10. Adaline

Young · Female · Terrier / Shepherd / Mixed (short coat) · 21 mi from Columbia

ADALINE NEEDS A FOSTER OR FOREVER HOME!!!!
Name: Adaline Best Guess for Breed: Terrier/Shepherd
Best Guess for Age: 8 mo as of 10/27/26 SEX: female

Approximate Weight: 31 lbs

Read more about Adaline

Gets Along With: We have tested Adaline with some of the cats at the shelter, and she did not seem particularly interested in chasing or pouncing on the cat. While this is a positive sign that Adaline could live with a cat, she has not done so to our knowledge. If you have cats in your home, we are happy to discuss with you how to best introduce a new pup to your pack! We haven't seen her with kids but we are happy to discuss integration techniques with any potential adopters!
Currently Living at: Shelter. Adaline is looking for a foster or forever home to come up to the DC area!

Adaline is Looking For: At just 8 months old, this sweet girl is ready to turn the page and start her next chapter with a family of her own. Adaline is a well-mannered young lady with a whole lot of love ahead of her to give. She's dog-friendly, cat-friendly, and has already shown us what a sweetheart she is. At 31 pounds, she's a great little package of puppy charm!

Adaline is looking for a fresh start, a cozy place to call home, and someone to show her just how wonderful life can be. Could that someone be you?

What My Foster Says About Me: We will update this once Adaline has spent some time in foster care!
Lucky Dog cannot guarantee any dog is housebroken. All of our dogs are working on their crate training.
TO ADOPT: The adoption fee for this dog is $460, which includes the cost of routine vetting, including vaccinations and spay/neuter. If you are interested in adopting, please complete the Adoption Questionnaire online at bit.ly/adoptaluckydog .

Lucky Dog Animal Rescue does our best to provide accurate information about the dogs we have for adoption. That said, we cannot make any guarantees about age, breed or temperament.
Thank you for contacting Lucky Dog Animal Rescue and helping to save a life! Please visit us online at www.luckydoganimalrescue.org .

BE A FOSTER!!! Fosters make it possible for Lucky Dog Animal Rescue to save and care for homeless and abandoned dogs! To learn about fostering, please contact fostering@luckydoganimalrescue.org!
BE A SPONSOR!!!! Sponsors help Lucky Dog support the many dogs we save. To learn more about sponsorship, please contact info@luckydoganimalrescue.org !

  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
Adopt Adaline fromLucky Dog Animal RescueWashington, DC · listed Nov 1

11. Curly

Adult · Male · Great Dane / Mixed · 13 mi from Columbia

Hey there, I’m Curly! I’m a handsome 1-year-old brindle Great Dane weighing right around 80 pounds. Back in early October, a hunter found my brother and me out in the woods when we were very thin and dehydrated. Thankfully, we’ve been on a good feeding schedule ever since and have already put on 10 to 15 pounds! Everyone here says I am a total sweetheart. I'm super gentle with people, take treats nicely from your hand, and walk really well on a leash! I’m currently working on my housetraining, and since I love snacks so much, I'm a big fan of training time. I also get along great with other dogs! Even though I'm a big boy who likes to get vocal and chatty while playing, I'm actually very gentle with my dog friends.

Read more about Curly

I am all set on my vet care, too! I’m neutered, microchipped, caught up on all my vaccines, and tested negative for heartworm and tick diseases. I would love nothing more than a cozy home and a family to call my own. Come say hi to me soon!

  • Good with dogs
Adopt Curly fromA Home of Their Own Animal RescueSilver Spring, MD · listed Nov 1

12. Larry

Adult · Male · Great Dane / Mixed · 13 mi from Columbia

My name is Larry, and I’m a 1-year-old tan Great Dane weighing around 75 pounds! Earlier this month, a kind hunter found my brother and me out in the woods when we were severely underweight and dehydrated. Since then, we’ve been on a steady feeding schedule and have already gained a healthy 10 to 15 pounds! Even after a rough start, I am the sweetest, most gentle big guy. I walk nicely on a leash, take treats very softly from your hand, and love playing with other dogs! I can get pretty vocal when I play, and I also like to do some goofy mouth play, though I’m always gentle and never put any pressure down.

Read more about Larry

Because I don’t quite realize how big I am yet, I’m currently learning not to jump up when I get excited, and I'm also working on my housetraining (luckily, I'm super treat-motivated!). One funny thing to know about me is that when my brother and I were put in separate outdoor runs after getting neutered, I got bored and showed everyone I can climb a fence! I’m neutered, microchipped, up to date on my shots. I’m so ready to trade my days in the woods for a soft bed and a loving family. Come meet me soon!

  • Good with dogs
Adopt Larry fromA Home of Their Own Animal RescueSilver Spring, MD · listed Nov 1

13. Tutu

Young · Female · Yorkshire Terrier Yorkie / Mixed (medium coat) · 21 mi from Columbia

TUTU NEEDS A FOSTER OR FOREVER HOME!!!!
Name: Tutu   Best Guess for Breed: Yorkie/terrier mix
Best Guess for Age: 4 years old as of October 2026   SEX: Female
Approximate Weight: 10.9 lbs as of 10/28/26
Gets Along With: Other dogs! We haven't seen her with kids, but we are happy to discuss integration techniques with any potential adopters! We have tested Tutu with some of the cats at the shelter, and she did not seem particularly interested in chasing or pouncing on the cat. While this is a positive sign that Tutu could live with a cat, she has not done so to our knowledge. If you have cats in your home, we are happy to discuss with you how to best introduce a new pup to your pack!
Currently Living at: Shelter. TUTU NEEDS A FOSTER OR FOREVER HOME!
Tutu is Looking For: Her forever family! This very sweet, well-mannered girl is ready to twirl right into the heart of a loving home. She would love leisurely sniffy walks, opportunities to explore her new neighborhood, quality kibble and a soft bed where she can curl up near her favorite people.
Tutu gets along well with other dogs and even with a cat she met, so she is already showing what a lovely little companion she can be. She would enjoy plenty of affection, gentle adventures and chances to be included in her family’s daily life. Dog school would help her bond with her new humans while showing them what a clever and polished little lady she is.
Most of all, Tutu is looking for people who will treasure her, keep up with her veterinary care and give her all the love and security she deserves. In exchange, she promises sweetness, lovely manners and loyal companionship. What do you say? Is Tutu ready to take center stage in your home and your heart?
What My Foster Says About Me: Coming soon!
Lucky Dog cannot guarantee any dog is housebroken. All of our dogs are working on their crate training.
TO ADOPT: The adoption fee for this dog is $460, which includes the cost of routine vetting, including vaccinations and spay/neuter. If you are interested in adopting, please complete the Adoption Questionnaire online at bit.ly/adoptaluckydog .

Read more about Tutu

Lucky Dog Animal Rescue does our best to provide accurate information about the dogs we have for adoption. That said, we cannot make any guarantees about age, breed or temperament.
Thank you for contacting Lucky Dog Animal Rescue and helping to save a life! Please visit us online at www.luckydoganimalrescue.org .

BE A FOSTER!!! Fosters make it possible for Lucky Dog Animal Rescue to save and care for homeless and abandoned dogs! To learn about fostering, please contact fostering@luckydoganimalrescue.org!
BE A SPONSOR!!!! Sponsors help Lucky Dog support the many dogs we save. To learn more about sponsorship, please contact info@luckydoganimalrescue.org !

  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
Adopt Tutu fromLucky Dog Animal RescueWashington, DC · listed Oct 31

14. Alex

Young · Male · Husky / Mixed (short coat) · 21 mi from Columbia

ALEX NEEDS A FOSTER OR FOREVER HOME!!!!
Name: Alex Best Guess for Breed: Husky mix
Best Guess for Age: 2 years SEX: male

Approximate Weight: 46lbs

Read more about Alex

Gets Along With: Other dogs! We have tested Alex with some of the cats at the shelter, and he did not seem particularly interested in chasing or pouncing on the cat. While this is a positive sign that Alex could live with a cat, he has not done so to our knowledge. If you have cats in your home, we are happy to discuss with you how to best introduce a new pup to your pack! We haven't seen him with kids but we are happy to discuss integration techniques with any potential adopters!
Currently Living at: Shelter

Alex is Looking For: His forever home! This cutie wants nothing more than to have her own humans for sniffy walks and romps in parks and all the adventures they can dream up - and for snuggles after a fun day together. Making pup pals along the way would be great too. Quality kibble and a cushy dog bed are on her wish list as well but what she wants most of all is to know where she belongs, to be safe and loved. What do you say? Does he have a spot in your home and your heart?
What My Foster Says About Me: Coming soon!
Lucky Dog cannot guarantee any dog is housebroken. All of our dogs are working on their crate training.
TO ADOPT: The adoption fee for this dog is $460, which includes the cost of routine vetting, including vaccinations and spay/neuter. If you are interested in adopting, please complete the Adoption Questionnaire online at bit.ly/adoptaluckydog .

Lucky Dog Animal Rescue does our best to provide accurate information about the dogs we have for adoption. That said, we cannot make any guarantees about age, breed or temperament.
Thank you for contacting Lucky Dog Animal Rescue and helping to save a life! Please visit us online at www.luckydoganimalrescue.org .

BE A FOSTER!!! Fosters make it possible for Lucky Dog Animal Rescue to save and care for homeless and abandoned dogs! To learn about fostering, please contact fostering@luckydoganimalrescue.org!
BE A SPONSOR!!!! Sponsors help Lucky Dog support the many dogs we save. To learn more about sponsorship, please contact info@luckydoganimalrescue.org !

  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
Adopt Alex fromLucky Dog Animal RescueWashington, DC · listed Oct 31

15. Stevie

Young · Male · Australian Cattle Dog/Blue Heeler / Mixed · 21 mi from Columbia

STEVIE NEEDS A FOSTER OR FOREVER HOME!!!!
Name: STEVIE Best Guess for Breed: Australian Cattle Dog Mix
Best Guess for Age: 10 months as of Oct. 2026 SEX: male

Approximate Weight: 15.5 lbs-Stevie has some more to grow.

Gets Along With: Other dogs! Stevie passed a cat shelter test so that is an indication he might be able to live with cats. We haven't seen him with kids but we are happy to discuss integration techniques with kids and cats with any potential adopters!
Currently Living at: SC SHELTER. Stevie needs a foster or forever home to come to the DC area.

Read more about Stevie

STEVIE is Looking For: Hey there! I’m Stevie and I wonder how many miles you can cover on 2 legs because I have 4. Are you looking for a bundle of joy who lives life at full speed? I am a 10-month-old Australian Cattle Dog mix. So yeah I am cute sunshine wrapped in fur and drop-dead handsome with a mega-watt smile. I’m at that fun adolescent age where I want to run, explore, and learn everything about the world. I'm smart and eager to please. What am I looking for in a forever home? Let me I think...Action: Give me a "job", a game, a trail to walk and run on. Patience: Help me channel my bouncy energy into positive training and teaching me tricks. Brushing my fur too, which is actually very therapeutic. Love: I promise to pay you back with 100% loyalty, goofy smiles, and wet-nose kisses. Ready for a best friend who will make you laugh every single day? I am ready to bounce my way straight into your heart. Come meet me! Fill out an application below and let's go!
What My Foster Says About Me: We will update once Stevie has spent time in foster!
Lucky Dog cannot guarantee any dog is housebroken. All of our dogs are working on their crate training.
TO ADOPT: The adoption fee for this dog is $460, which includes the cost of routine vetting, including vaccinations and spay/neuter. If you are interested in adopting, please complete the Adoption Questionnaire online at bit.ly/adoptaluckydog .

Lucky Dog Animal Rescue does our best to provide accurate information about the dogs we have for adoption. That said, we cannot make any guarantees about age, breed or temperament.
Thank you for contacting Lucky Dog Animal Rescue and helping to save a life! Please visit us online at www.luckydoganimalrescue.org .

BE A FOSTER!!! Fosters make it possible for Lucky Dog Animal Rescue to save and care for homeless and abandoned dogs! To learn about fostering, please contact fostering@luckydoganimalrescue.org!
BE A SPONSOR!!!! Sponsors help Lucky Dog support the many dogs we save. To learn more about sponsorship, please contact info@luckydoganimalrescue.org !

  • Good with dogs
Adopt Stevie fromLucky Dog Animal RescueWashington, DC · listed Oct 30

16. Roxy

Young · Female · Rottweiler / Terrier / Mixed · 21 mi from Columbia

ROXY NEEDS A FOSTER OR FOREVER HOME!!!!
Name: ROXY Best Guess for Breed: ROTTI/TERRIER MIX
Best Guess for Age: 4 years as of Oct. 2026 SEX: female

Approximate Weight: 32 lbs

Gets Along With: Other dogs! We haven't seen them with cats or kids but we are happy to discuss integration techniques with any potential adopters!
Currently Living at: SC SHELTER. Roxy needs a foster or forever home to come to the DC area!

Read more about Roxy

ROXY is Looking For: Meet Roxy, Miss Personality! I am a Rottweiler/Terrier mix female who refuses to let life slow me down. In fact, losing a leg only made me lighter on my feet! I am happy, bouncy, and ready to find my forever family. My tail is always in motion, spreading joy wherever I go. I like feeling pretty, getting pampered, and being told what a good girl I am. I know I have a bright future ahead of me, and I just need a loving family to share it with. A family ready for endless affection and daily smiles. Someone who appreciates a resilient, joyful spirit. A home where I can thrive, bounce, and live my best life. I have so much joy to give, and three legs are more than enough to leap right into your heart! If you’re looking for a pup to brighten your home, look no further. I'm ready to come home! I am looking forward to meeting you! You can also apply to adopt me below!

What My Foster Says About Me: We will update when Roxy has spent time in foster!
Lucky Dog cannot guarantee any dog is housebroken. All of our dogs are working on their crate training.
TO ADOPT: The adoption fee for this dog is $460, which includes the cost of routine vetting, including vaccinations and spay/neuter. If you are interested in adopting, please complete the Adoption Questionnaire online at bit.ly/adoptaluckydog .

Lucky Dog Animal Rescue does our best to provide accurate information about the dogs we have for adoption. That said, we cannot make any guarantees about age, breed or temperament.
Thank you for contacting Lucky Dog Animal Rescue and helping to save a life! Please visit us online at www.luckydoganimalrescue.org .

BE A FOSTER!!! Fosters make it possible for Lucky Dog Animal Rescue to save and care for homeless and abandoned dogs! To learn about fostering, please contact fostering@luckydoganimalrescue.org!
BE A SPONSOR!!!! Sponsors help Lucky Dog support the many dogs we save. To learn more about sponsorship, please contact info@luckydoganimalrescue.org !

  • Good with dogs
Adopt Roxy fromLucky Dog Animal RescueWashington, DC · listed Oct 30

17. Gem

Young · Female · Labrador Retriever / Mixed · 21 mi from Columbia

GEM NEEDS A FOSTER OR FOREVER HOME!!!!
Name: GEM Best Guess for Breed: LAB MIX

Best Guess for Age: 3.5 years as of Oct. 2026 SEX: female

Approximate Weight: 46 lbs

Gets Along With: Other dogs! We haven't seen them with cats or kids but we are happy to discuss integration techniques with any potential adopters!

Currently Living at: SC SHELTER. Gem needs a foster or forever home to come to the DC area!

Read more about Gem

Special adoption considerations: GEM is a truly Lucky Dog. She tested positive for heartworms, but landed in a place where heartworm treatment is provided! Heartworm is not contagious to people or other pets, but results from mosquito bites. Heartworm, if left untreated, is life threatening, but after treatment, dogs that were heartworm positive should suffer no significant long-term effects so long as they are kept on a monthly heartworm preventative. Heartworm dogs can resume full active and normal lives, but need to be kept calm for 4-6 weeks after treatment. We are happy to discuss where in the treatment process this Lucky Dog is in right now! Just email the adoption coordinator - the address is at lower left!
Gem is Looking For: Hi I am Gem. Shelter staff tells me I’m a good girl, calm and well-mannered, and I do my best to live up to it! I’m a female Lab mix, and I’ve been told I have a beautiful soul, a beautiful coat, and beautiful ears! I think life is looking up for me and the family who adopts me. I am looking for a forever home where we can share a lifetime of loving companionship, nice walks, gentle snuggles, belly rubs, good food, friends…it all sounds so great to me, how about you?! I look forward to being your faithful friend if you give me a spot in your heart. I’d love to meet you. Come meet me. You can also apply to adopt me below!

What My Foster Says About Me: We will update once Gem has spent time in foster!

Lucky Dog cannot guarantee any dog is housebroken. All of our dogs are working on their crate training.
TO ADOPT: The adoption fee for this dog is $475, which includes the cost of routine vetting, including vaccinations, spay/neuter, and heartworm treatment. If you are interested in adopting, please complete the Adoption Questionnaire online at bit.ly/adoptaluckydog

Lucky Dog Animal Rescue does our best to provide accurate information about the dogs we have for adoption. That said, we cannot make any guarantees about age, breed or temperament.

Thank you for contacting Lucky Dog Animal Rescue and helping to save a life! Please visit us online at www.luckydoganimalrescue.org .

BE A FOSTER!!! Fosters make it possible for Lucky Dog Animal Rescue to save and care for homeless and abandoned dogs! To learn about fostering, please contact fostering@luckydoganimalrescue.org !
BE A SPONSOR!!!! Sponsors help Lucky Dog support the many dogs we save. To learn more about sponsorship, please contact info@luckydoganimalrescue.org .

  • Good with dogs
Adopt Gem fromLucky Dog Animal RescueWashington, DC · listed Oct 30

18. Flash

Young · Male · Labrador Retriever / Shepherd / Mixed · 21 mi from Columbia

FLASH NEEDS A FOREVER HOME!!!!
Name: FLASH Best Guess for Breed: LAB/SHEP MIX
Best Guess for Age: 2 years as of Oct. 2026 SEX: male

Approximate Weight: 45 lbs

Gets Along With: Other dogs! We haven't seen them with cats or kids but we are happy to discuss integration techniques with any potential adopters!
Currently Living at: DC area foster

Read more about Flash

FLASH is Looking For: Meet Flash! If you are looking for a handsome, happy, and loyal companion to brighten your days, look no further. Flash is a stunning 2-year-old Lab/Shepherd mix who is ready to find his forever family. True to his name, Flash will steal your heart in a flash! He has a gorgeous coat, athletic build, and the absolute best smile! Flash is looking for a family that can provide him with daily exercise, mental stimulation, and plenty of belly rubs. Flash says: If you like the fun-loving nature of a Lab combined with the devoted heart of a Shepherd, we are going to be best friends! Apply to adopt me below and come meet me!
What My Foster Says About Me: We will update once Flash has spent time in foster!
Lucky Dog cannot guarantee any dog is housebroken. All of our dogs are working on their crate training.
TO ADOPT: The adoption fee for this dog is $460, which includes the cost of routine vetting, including vaccinations and spay/neuter. If you are interested in adopting, please complete the Adoption Questionnaire online at bit.ly/adoptaluckydog .

Lucky Dog Animal Rescue does our best to provide accurate information about the dogs we have for adoption. That said, we cannot make any guarantees about age, breed or temperament.
Thank you for contacting Lucky Dog Animal Rescue and helping to save a life! Please visit us online at www.luckydoganimalrescue.org .

BE A FOSTER!!! Fosters make it possible for Lucky Dog Animal Rescue to save and care for homeless and abandoned dogs! To learn about fostering, please contact fostering@luckydoganimalrescue.org!
BE A SPONSOR!!!! Sponsors help Lucky Dog support the many dogs we save. To learn more about sponsorship, please contact info@luckydoganimalrescue.org !

  • Good with dogs
Adopt Flash fromLucky Dog Animal RescueWashington, DC · listed Oct 29

19. Harley

Young · Female · Labrador Retriever / Terrier / Mixed · 21 mi from Columbia

HARLEY NEEDS A FOSTER OR FOREVER HOME!!!!
Name: Harley Best Guess for Breed: Lab/Terrier mix
Best Guess for Age: 9 months as of Oct. 2026 SEX: Female

Approximate Weight (still growing!): 24.5lbs as of 10/27

Read more about Harley

Gets Along With: Other dogs! We have tested Harley with some of the cats at the shelter, and she did not seem particularly interested in chasing or pouncing on the cat. While this is a positive sign that Harley could live with a cat, she has not done so to our knowledge. If you have cats in your home, we are happy to discuss with you how to best introduce a new pup to your pack!
Currently Living at: South Carolina shelter; needs DC area foster or forever home

Harley is Looking For: Her forever home! She's heard that there are treats, belly rubs, and snuggly places to snooze at those. She's also heard that there are people out there who will love dogs with their entire hearts and would treat them like a real member of the family. Harley has thought it over, and she would like to request that, please. She thinks it sounds so nice to be beloved. In return, she'll love you for life too!
What My Foster Says About Me: Coming soon!
Lucky Dog cannot guarantee any dog is housebroken. All of our dogs are working on their crate training.
TO ADOPT: The adoption fee for this dog is $460, which includes the cost of routine vetting, including vaccinations and spay/neuter. If you are interested in adopting, please complete the Adoption Questionnaire online at bit.ly/adoptaluckydog .

Lucky Dog Animal Rescue does our best to provide accurate information about the dogs we have for adoption. That said, we cannot make any guarantees about age, breed or temperament.
Thank you for contacting Lucky Dog Animal Rescue and helping to save a life! Please visit us online at www.luckydoganimalrescue.org .

BE A FOSTER!!! Fosters make it possible for Lucky Dog Animal Rescue to save and care for homeless and abandoned dogs! To learn about fostering, please contact fostering@luckydoganimalrescue.org!
BE A SPONSOR!!!! Sponsors help Lucky Dog support the many dogs we save. To learn more about sponsorship, please contact info@luckydoganimalrescue.org !

  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
Adopt Harley fromLucky Dog Animal RescueWashington, DC · listed Oct 28

20. Bubs

Young · Male · Labrador Retriever / Terrier / Mixed · 21 mi from Columbia

BUBS NEEDS A FOSTER OR FOREVER HOME!!!!
Name: Bubs Best Guess for Breed: Lab/Terrier mix
Best Guess for Age: 8 months as of Oct. 2026 SEX: Male

Approximate Weight (still growing!): 15.2lbs as of 10/27

Read more about Bubs

Gets Along With: Other dogs! We have tested Bubs with some of the cats at the shelter, and he did not seem particularly interested in chasing or pouncing on the cat. While this is a positive sign that Bubs could live with a cat, he has not done so to our knowledge. If you have cats in your home, we are happy to discuss with you how to best introduce a new pup to your pack!
Currently Living at: South Carolina shelter; needs DC area foster or forever home

Bubs is Looking For: His forever home! He's heard that there are treats, belly rubs, and snuggly places to snooze at those. He's also heard that there are people out there who will love dogs with their entire hearts and would treat them like a real member of the family. Bubs has thought it over, and he would like to request that, please. He thinks it sounds so nice to be beloved. In return, he'll love you for life too!
What My Foster Says About Me: Coming soon!
Lucky Dog cannot guarantee any dog is housebroken. All of our dogs are working on their crate training.
TO ADOPT: The adoption fee for this dog is $460, which includes the cost of routine vetting, including vaccinations and spay/neuter. If you are interested in adopting, please complete the Adoption Questionnaire online at bit.ly/adoptaluckydog .

Lucky Dog Animal Rescue does our best to provide accurate information about the dogs we have for adoption. That said, we cannot make any guarantees about age, breed or temperament.
Thank you for contacting Lucky Dog Animal Rescue and helping to save a life! Please visit us online at www.luckydoganimalrescue.org .

BE A FOSTER!!! Fosters make it possible for Lucky Dog Animal Rescue to save and care for homeless and abandoned dogs! To learn about fostering, please contact fostering@luckydoganimalrescue.org!
BE A SPONSOR!!!! Sponsors help Lucky Dog support the many dogs we save. To learn more about sponsorship, please contact info@luckydoganimalrescue.org !

  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
Adopt Bubs fromLucky Dog Animal RescueWashington, DC · listed Oct 28

21. Chicky

Young · Male · Labrador Retriever / Terrier / Mixed · 21 mi from Columbia

CHICKY NEEDS A FOSTER OR FOREVER HOME!!!!
Name: Chicky Best Guess for Breed: Lab/Terrier mix
Best Guess for Age: 2 years as of Octo. 2026 SEX: Male

Approximate Weight: 27.5lbs as of 10/27

Read more about Chicky

Gets Along With: Other dogs! We have tested Chicky with some of the cats at the shelter, and he/she did not seem particularly interested in chasing or pouncing on the cat. While this is a positive sign that Chicky could live with a cat, he has not done so to our knowledge. If you have cats in your home, we are happy to discuss with you how to best introduce a new pup to your pack!
Currently Living at: South Carolina shelter; needs DC area foster or forever home

Chicky is Looking For: His forever home! He's heard that there are treats, belly rubs, and snuggly places to snooze at those. He's also heard that there are people out there who will love dogs with their entire hearts and would treat them like a real member of the family. Chicky's thought it over, and he would like to request that, please. He thinks it sounds so nice to be beloved. In return, he'll love you for life too!
What My Foster Says About Me: Coming soon!
Lucky Dog cannot guarantee any dog is housebroken. All of our dogs are working on their crate training.
TO ADOPT: The adoption fee for this dog is $460, which includes the cost of routine vetting, including vaccinations and spay/neuter. If you are interested in adopting, please complete the Adoption Questionnaire online at bit.ly/adoptaluckydog .

Lucky Dog Animal Rescue does our best to provide accurate information about the dogs we have for adoption. That said, we cannot make any guarantees about age, breed or temperament.
Thank you for contacting Lucky Dog Animal Rescue and helping to save a life! Please visit us online at www.luckydoganimalrescue.org .

BE A FOSTER!!! Fosters make it possible for Lucky Dog Animal Rescue to save and care for homeless and abandoned dogs! To learn about fostering, please contact fostering@luckydoganimalrescue.org!
BE A SPONSOR!!!! Sponsors help Lucky Dog support the many dogs we save. To learn more about sponsorship, please contact info@luckydoganimalrescue.org !

  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
Adopt Chicky fromLucky Dog Animal RescueWashington, DC · listed Oct 28

22. Crue

Adult · Male · Poodle (Standard) / Pointer / Mixed (long coat) · 21 mi from Columbia

CRUE NEEDS A FOSTER OR FOREVER HOME!!!!
Name: Crue Best Guess for Breed: Poodle and Pointer mix
Best Guess for Age: 5 years as of Oct. 2026 SEX: Male

Approximate Weight: 47.5 lbs

Gets Along With: Other dogs! We haven't seen them with cats or kids but we are happy to discuss integration techniques with any potential adopters!
Currently Living at: South Carolina shelter - Crue needs a foster or adopter to make his way to the DC area

Read more about Crue

Crue is Looking For:
Looking for a companion with charm, brains, and a coat you’ll want to run your fingers through? Say hello to Crue, a handsome 5-year-old poodle/pointer mix with gorgeous curly brown fur and a heart to match.

From the moment he arrived, shelter staff noticed something special: Crue is very friendly and well mannered. He greets people warmly, carries himself like a gentleman, and seems to already understand how to be a good companion. At five, he’s past the chaotic puppy stage but still has plenty of years of adventures, walks, and cuddles ahead of him.

Crue brings together the best of two great breeds. Poodles are known for their intelligence and eagerness to learn, and pointers for their loyalty and love of time outdoors. Put them together and you get a smart, affectionate dog who’d love to explore the world with you and then settle in beside you at the end of the day.

What My Foster Says About Me: Coming soon!
Lucky Dog cannot guarantee any dog is housebroken. All of our dogs are working on their crate training.
TO ADOPT: The adoption fee for this dog is $460, which includes the cost of routine vetting, including vaccinations and spay/neuter. If you are interested in adopting, please complete the Adoption Questionnaire online at bit.ly/adoptaluckydog .

Lucky Dog Animal Rescue does our best to provide accurate information about the dogs we have for adoption. That said, we cannot make any guarantees about age, breed or temperament.
Thank you for contacting Lucky Dog Animal Rescue and helping to save a life! Please visit us online at www.luckydoganimalrescue.org .

BE A FOSTER!!! Fosters make it possible for Lucky Dog Animal Rescue to save and care for homeless and abandoned dogs! To learn about fostering, please contact fostering@luckydoganimalrescue.org!
BE A SPONSOR!!!! Sponsors help Lucky Dog support the many dogs we save. To learn more about sponsorship, please contact info@luckydoganimalrescue.org !

  • Good with dogs
Adopt Crue fromLucky Dog Animal RescueWashington, DC · listed Oct 28

23. Yara

Adult · Female · Schnauzer / Mixed (medium coat) · 21 mi from Columbia

YARA NEEDS A FOSTER OR FOREVER HOME!!!!This dog has a pending adoption but please check out our other great dogs at www.luckydoganimalrescue.org. If you see someone you are interested in, please email adoptionhelp@luckydoganimalrescue.org so we can update your adoption questionnaire.
Name: Yara Best Guess for Breed: Schnauzer Mix
Best Guess for Age: 3 years SEX: female

Approximate Weight: 12.5 lbs as of 10/26

Read more about Yara

Gets Along With: Other dogs! We haven't seen them with cats or kids but we are happy to discuss integration techniques with any potential adopters!
Currently Living at: South Carolina shelter; needs DC area foster or forever home

YARA is Looking For: Her forever home! This beautiful girl landed in the shelter through no fault of her own. Now she's looking for her own humans to trot alongside on those sniffy walks and adventures - she wants to burn all that awesome dog energy! Making new pup pals along and having plenty of opportunity to run and play is on her wish list along with quality kibble and a cushy dog bed.

But above all she wants to know where she belongs, to be under her own roof, to be safe and loved. In exchange, she promises adoring gazes and loyal companionship for all her days. What do you say? Can you see her by your side?

What My Foster Says About Me: Coming soon!
Lucky Dog cannot guarantee any dog is housebroken. All of our dogs are working on their crate training.
TO ADOPT: The adoption fee for this dog is $460, which includes the cost of routine vetting, including vaccinations and spay/neuter. If you are interested in adopting, please complete the Adoption Questionnaire online at bit.ly/adoptaluckydog.

Lucky Dog Animal Rescue does our best to provide accurate information about the dogs we have for adoption. That said, we cannot make any guarantees about age, breed or temperament.
Thank you for contacting Lucky Dog Animal Rescue and helping to save a life! Please visit us online at www.luckydoganimalrescue.org.

BE A FOSTER!!! Fosters make it possible for Lucky Dog Animal Rescue to save and care for homeless and abandoned dogs! To learn about fostering, please contact fostering@luckydoganimalrescue.org!
BE A SPONSOR!!!! Sponsors help Lucky Dog support the many dogs we save. To learn more about sponsorship, please contact info@luckydoganimalrescue.org!

  • Good with dogs
Adopt Yara fromLucky Dog Animal RescueWashington, DC · listed Oct 28

24. Zar

Young · Male · Poodle (Standard) / Mixed (medium coat) · 21 mi from Columbia

ZAR NEEDS A FOSTER OR FOREVER HOME!!!!
Name: Zar   Best Guess for Breed: Poodle mix
Best Guess for Age: 1 year old as of October 2026   SEX: Male
Approximate Weight: 38.8 lbs
Gets Along With: Other dogs! We haven't seen him with cats or kids, but we are happy to discuss integration techniques with any potential adopters!
Currently Living at: Shelter. ZAR NEEDS A FOSTER OR FOREVER HOME!
Zar is Looking For: A forever family to give him the happy, stable home he deserves! After being left behind, Zar is ready to trade uncertainty for a lifetime of love, security and adventures with humans who will always be there for him. Despite everything, he remains a joyful boy with an abundance of enthusiasm for life.
Zar has lots and lots of energy, and he is looking for active humans who will give him plenty of long walks, vigorous playtime and opportunities to explore. He would love adventures, engaging toys and activities that exercise both his body and his busy brain. Dog school would be great for helping him learn new skills, practice good manners and form a strong bond with his family.
He gets along well with other dogs and would be thrilled to have canine friends for playdates and social time. After a fun-filled day, he would love quality kibble, a soft bed and the comforting knowledge that he is finally safe and home for good.
Most of all, Zar wants a committed family who will love his happy spirit, channel his energy into positive activities and give him the consistency he has been missing. In exchange, he promises boundless enthusiasm, plenty of smiles and devoted companionship. What do you say? Is Zar the energetic ray of sunshine your family has been waiting for?
What My Foster Says About Me: Coming soon!
Lucky Dog cannot guarantee any dog is housebroken. All of our dogs are working on their crate training.
TO ADOPT: The adoption fee for this dog is $460, which includes the cost of routine vetting, including vaccinations and spay/neuter. If you are interested in adopting, please complete the Adoption Questionnaire online at bit.ly/adoptaluckydog .

Read more about Zar

Lucky Dog Animal Rescue does our best to provide accurate information about the dogs we have for adoption. That said, we cannot make any guarantees about age, breed or temperament.
Thank you for contacting Lucky Dog Animal Rescue and helping to save a life! Please visit us online at www.luckydoganimalrescue.org .

BE A FOSTER!!! Fosters make it possible for Lucky Dog Animal Rescue to save and care for homeless and abandoned dogs! To learn about fostering, please contact fostering@luckydoganimalrescue.org!
BE A SPONSOR!!!! Sponsors help Lucky Dog support the many dogs we save. To learn more about sponsorship, please contact info@luckydoganimalrescue.org !

  • Good with dogs
Adopt Zar fromLucky Dog Animal RescueWashington, DC · listed Oct 27

25. Dootie

Young · Male · Yorkshire Terrier Yorkie / Shih Tzu / Mixed (medium coat) · 21 mi from Columbia

DOOTIE NEEDS A FOSTER OR FOREVER HOME!!!!
Name: Dootie   Best Guess for Breed: Shih Tzu/Yorkie mix
Best Guess for Age: 3 years old as of October 2026   SEX: Male
Approximate Weight: 17.4 lbs as of 10/23/26
Gets Along With: Other dogs! We haven't seen him with cats or kids, but we are happy to discuss integration techniques with any potential adopters!
Currently Living at: Shelter. DOOTIE NEEDS A FOSTER OR FOREVER HOME!
Dootie is Looking For: His forever family! This happy, bouncy boy is ready to spring into the good life with humans of his very own. He would love plenty of sniffy walks, opportunities to explore his new neighborhood and lots of playtime and enrichment to keep his days fun and interesting.
Dootie gets along well with other dogs and would enjoy making canine friends along the way. He is eager to discover all the wonderful things that come with being a treasured family dog—quality kibble, engaging toys, a soft bed and plenty of affection from his favorite people. He would also love to attend dog school so he can bond with his humans and show them what a clever boy he can be.
Most of all, Dootie is looking for a loving home where his cheerful spirit will be celebrated and he will be included as a true member of the family. In exchange, he promises plenty of joyful energy, happy hops and loyal companionship. What do you say? Is Dootie the missing piece in your home and your heart?
What My Foster Says About Me: Coming soon!
Lucky Dog cannot guarantee any dog is housebroken. All of our dogs are working on their crate training.
TO ADOPT: The adoption fee for this dog is $460, which includes the cost of routine vetting, including vaccinations and spay/neuter. If you are interested in adopting, please complete the Adoption Questionnaire online at bit.ly/adoptaluckydog .

Read more about Dootie

Lucky Dog Animal Rescue does our best to provide accurate information about the dogs we have for adoption. That said, we cannot make any guarantees about age, breed or temperament.
Thank you for contacting Lucky Dog Animal Rescue and helping to save a life! Please visit us online at www.luckydoganimalrescue.org .

BE A FOSTER!!! Fosters make it possible for Lucky Dog Animal Rescue to save and care for homeless and abandoned dogs! To learn about fostering, please contact fostering@luckydoganimalrescue.org!
BE A SPONSOR!!!! Sponsors help Lucky Dog support the many dogs we save. To learn more about sponsorship, please contact info@luckydoganimalrescue.org !

  • Good with dogs
Adopt Dootie fromLucky Dog Animal RescueWashington, DC · listed Oct 27

26. Amber

Young (1 year) · Female · Labrador Retriever / Mixed (short coat) · 14 mi from Columbia

Name: Amber

Sex: Female

Estimated Age: 1 year old

Best Guess for Breed: Shepherd Mix

Weight: About 45 lbs

Lives With: Dogs, cats, kids and all people!

Housebroken? Yes!

Rescued from: Alabama

Read more about Amber

Story: We are so happy to have Amber safe and sound in a foster home in the DC area now. Amber is a happy sweet girl who loves people and gets along great with other dogs and puppies. Amber is just looking for someone to be her new best furend and we know that she will repay them with endless amounts of love and tail wags. Like all dogs, Amber will need an adopter who is committed to setting her up for success by enrolling in obedience training and exercising her both mentally and physically. She will also need love, patience, and socialization in order to thrive!

The fee to adopt Amber is $475. That covers the cost of all her vaccines, the collar she’s wearing, and her care in her foster home. She’s up to date on all age appropriate vaccines.

If you think that Amber might be your perfect match, apply today!

  • House-trained
Adopt Amber fromPetey and FurendsRockville, MD · listed Oct 27

27. Summi

Young (1 year) · Female · Pit Bull Terrier / Labrador Retriever / Mixed (short coat) · 14 mi from Columbia

Name: Summi

Sex: Female

Estimated Age: 1 year old

Best Guess for Breed: Lab Mix

Weight: About 35 lbs

Lives With: Dogs, cats, kids and all people!

Housebroken? Yes!

Rescued from: Alabama

Read more about Summi

Story: Meet Summi, a sweet and gentle girl with a goofy boxer streak who is ready to find her forever family! Summi is a devoted shadow who loves nothing more than napping beside you on the couch (or in your lap!). She’s wonderfully calm and cuddly once she’s comfortable, takes treats with a soft mouth, and does great in her crate overnight. On walks she trots along nicely with little pulling and takes time to stop and smell the roses. Her playful side shines in the backyard, where she zooms around, chases tennis balls, and invites you into a joyful game of chase. Summi loves meeting other dogs, so a canine buddy to show her the ropes would be a perfect match. She’s a bit shy as she learns the world, so she’s looking for a patient, loving family who will give her some time to settle in and celebrate every small victory with her. She’s a sweetie and will make her future family very happy!

Summi tested positive for Heartworm. This is a very treatable illness that is common in many shelter dogs coming from the South. Treatment will be paid for by the rescue. For more information on heartworm, visit our blog.

The fee to adopt Summi is $475. That covers the cost of all her vaccines, the collar she’s wearing, and her care in her foster home. She’s up to date on all age appropriate vaccines.

If you think that Summi might be your perfect match, apply today!

  • Good with kids
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Summi fromPetey and FurendsRockville, MD · listed Oct 27

28. Captain

Young · Male · Terrier / Hound / Mixed · 21 mi from Columbia

CAPTAIN NEEDS A FOSTER OR FOREVER HOME!!!!
Name: CAPTAIN Best Guess for Breed: TERRIER/HOUND MIX

Best Guess for Age: 3 years as of Oct. 2026 SEX: male

Approximate Weight: 50 lbs

Gets Along With: Other dogs and also passed a cat test! We haven't seen them with kids but we are happy to discuss integration techniques with any potential adopters!

Currently Living at: SC Rescue Campus. Captain needs a foster or forever home to come to DC!

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Special adoption considerations: Captain is a truly Lucky Dog. He tested positive for heartworms, but landed in a place where heartworm treatment is provided! Heartworm is not contagious to people or other pets, but results from mosquito bites. Heartworm, if left untreated, is life threatening, but after treatment, dogs that were heartworm positive should suffer no significant long-term effects so long as they are kept on a monthly heartworm preventative. Heartworm dogs can resume full active and normal lives, but need to be kept calm for 4-6 weeks after treatment. We are happy to discuss where in the treatment process this Lucky Dog is in right now! Just email the adoption coordinator - the address is at lower left!

CAPTAIN is Looking For: Reporting for duty! My name is Captain and I’d say I am a dapper gentleman looking for my forever crew! Check out my pretty coat of a uniform! According to shelter staff, I have leadership capabilities when it comes to good manners. I am looking for a forever family that will share adventures, affection, treats and good food, and cozy naps with me! The shelter staff also says I am very sweet, and good with other dogs and even passed a cat test! I am a great guy ready for a great life together! Come meet me and let’s go! You can even apply below now to adopt me!

What My Foster Says About Me: We will update once Captain has spent time in foster!

Lucky Dog cannot guarantee any dog is housebroken. All of our dogs are working on their crate training.
TO ADOPT: The adoption fee for this dog is $475, which includes the cost of routine vetting, including vaccinations, spay/neuter, and heartworm treatment. If you are interested in adopting, please complete the Adoption Questionnaire online at bit.ly/adoptaluckydog

Lucky Dog Animal Rescue does our best to provide accurate information about the dogs we have for adoption. That said, we cannot make any guarantees about age, breed or temperament.

Thank you for contacting Lucky Dog Animal Rescue and helping to save a life! Please visit us online at www.luckydoganimalrescue.org .

BE A FOSTER!!! Fosters make it possible for Lucky Dog Animal Rescue to save and care for homeless and abandoned dogs! To learn about fostering, please contact fostering@luckydoganimalrescue.org !
BE A SPONSOR!!!! Sponsors help Lucky Dog support the many dogs we save. To learn more about sponsorship, please contact info@luckydoganimalrescue.org .

  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
Adopt Captain fromLucky Dog Animal RescueWashington, DC · listed Oct 26

29. Stassi

Adult · Female · Terrier / Labrador Retriever / Mixed · 13 mi from Columbia

Hi, I’m Stassi! Within ten minutes of walking into my foster home, I was already curled up snuggling—my foster mom says I’m by far the cuddliest dog she’s ever met! I’m a 3-year-old black and white Lab/Terrier mix, and at 35 pounds, I’m a great compact size for squeezing onto the couch right next to you.Back at the shelter, the staff always called me "the perfect dog" because I’m so easygoing. I love people, do great with kids, walk nicely on a leash, and I'm already housetrained. I’ve even gone out to busy adoption events and did great in public! I originally came into the shelter with another dog and really enjoy having dog friends around.

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Whether the other dog wants to run around and play or just lounge on the floor, I’m happy to match their energy. I’m spayed, microchipped, and caught up on all my vaccines.If you want a total lovebug who will make your family very happy, come meet me!

  • Good with kids
  • Good with dogs
  • House-trained
Adopt Stassi fromA Home of Their Own Animal RescueSilver Spring, MD · listed Oct 25

30. Demi

Adult · Female · German Shepherd Dog / Mixed · 13 mi from Columbia

Hi, I’m Demi! I’m a 3-year-old, 70-pound German Shepherd mix who just loves being right in the middle of things. I’m super friendly, great with kids, and an easy passenger in the car. I’ve even gone out to busy adoption events and did great with all the new people and activity! I am very food-motivated, so if you have treats in your hand, you have my full attention. That makes teaching me new things pretty easy! As far as other pets go, I’m not a fan of cats, and I don't like dogs that play super rough or get in my face. I’d be happiest in a cat-free home where I can be your one-and-only, or live alongside a calm, polite dog who respects my space. I’m spayed, microchipped, and fully caught up on my vaccines.If you’re looking for a sweet, social shepherd to take on drives and spoil with treats, come say hi!

  • Good with kids
  • Good with dogs
  • No cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Demi fromA Home of Their Own Animal RescueSilver Spring, MD · listed Oct 25

Why adopt an adult dog in Columbia

An adult dog's personality is fully formed, so the rescue can tell you how they are with people, other pets and busy households. Many have lived in foster homes and are already house-trained.

Grown dogs need less supervision than puppies and often know the basics, like sitting and walking on a leash, which suits people who work or have young children.

Rescues with adult dogs near Columbia

Questions about adopting adult dogs in Columbia

How many adult dogs are up for adoption in Columbia?

As of November 4, 2026, rescues and shelters within 25 miles of Columbia, Maryland, have 327 adult dogs up for adoption. The list is updated every day.

Where can I adopt an adult dog in Columbia?

The rescues with the most adult dogs near Columbia right now are Lucky Dog Animal Rescue (Washington, DC), A Home of Their Own Animal Rescue (Silver Spring, MD) and Petey and Furends (Rockville, MD). Each dog above has the rescue's phone number and website.

Should I adopt an adult dog or a puppy?

It depends on your home. An adult dog's personality is already known and they need less supervision; puppies need more time and training but grow up with your family. The rescues can help you find the right match.

Listings are updated daily. Rescues are responsible for their own listings; a dog may have been adopted since this page was updated.