Cat-Friendly Dogs for Adoption in Ellicott City, MD: 18 Dogs Good with Cats

Story: Dobby was found alone in a crate in a D.C. alley on a chilly morning without food, water, or a blanket. She’s being cared for by neighbors and has had her initial vaccines and vet checkup. She has likely spent her entire life confined to the crate and without appropriate nutrition which has resulted in some growth abnormalities in her legs that make walking a little difficult, though she’s getting stronger everyday. She has the sweetest, most affectionate disposition and has demonstrated remarkable resilience and curiosity now that she’s outside of the crate. She lives with two other small dogs and gets along well with them, though she doesn’t have enough strength for more physical play yet. She would thrive in a home with minimal stairs, maximal cuddles, and lots of love.

If you think that Dobby might be your perfect match, please email info@peteyandfurends.org.

Story: We are so happy to have Bryn safe and sound in a foster home in the DC area now. Bryn is a happy sweet girl who loves people and gets along great with other dogs and puppies. Bryn 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, Bryn 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 Bryn 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 Bryn might be your perfect match, apply today!

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!

Izzy is the whole package. She will thrive with a family or person who have lots of love and time to spend with her taking walks, being outside and share life’s joys and adventures. A home with a yard where she can run and play will be ideal. If you have room in your heart and home for this special girl, Izzy would love to hear from you.

In return, you will have a devoted and loving life-time companion and cherished family member.

Izzy is located in West Virginia.

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If you are looking for a wonderful family dog who is ready to be your devoted lifetime companion, Pickles would love to meet you.

Pickles is located in Georgia, but transport will be provided.

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Call or text Lynn: 706-202-3243

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Junior has experience with children and other large dogs and generally did well. He seems to especially enjoy female dogs. And an added bonus—he is good with cats!

Junior is an enthusiastic, playful boy who will benefit from a family willing to continue working on impulse control during play. He shows good manners in general! Because he can be a little exuberant during play, we think he would do best with older, dog-savvy children.

At 8, Junior may be a senior on paper, but he certainly hasn’t gotten the memo! He has the playful spirit of a much younger dog while being past the puppy stage.

If you’re looking for a handsome, affectionate, playful Pittie mix who is housebroken, crate trained, good with cats, and ready for his next adventure, Junior might be your guy.

Apply to adopt Junior: https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/AAHA/Dog

My ideal weekend? Hitting the trail for a nice hike, grabbing a pup cup on the way back, and then melting across your lap for the evening. A quick note on cats: I love everyone so much that I do try to chase them just to play, so feline friends should be dog-savvy or okay with a playful shadow! I'm all set on my care checklist: neutered, microchipped, up-to-date on all shots, and tested negative on my full heartworm and tick panel! If you’re looking for an active, loyal adventure buddy who loves as hard as he plays, come meet me today!

Story: Milo is doing GREAT so far. He's been such a little gentleman! He's slept peacefully through the night and is quite polite with people and other dogs that we've seen around the apartment. There was a smaller dog that was barking at him and Milo minded his business and kept sniffing the grass. He seems housetrained (no accidents so far!) and eats very well. He tolerated a bath and me handling his ears to clean them. He walks great on a leash! He is still a little nervous around the traffic in the area, but he's done great and looks to me for reassurance. I've had to run errands and he's done great alone today, actually. Sometimes he'll sleep in his crate, or in the dog bed in the office. He'll even sit and wait for me to put the leash on him! He's such a sweetheart.

The fee to adopt Milo 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 Milo might be your perfect match, apply today!

He enjoys other dogs and plays beautifully with them, but he also knows how to settle. After a good play session or a nice walk, he’s perfectly content to curl up beside you and embrace his inner couch potato. Midnight is wonderfully balanced — fun when you want activity, calm when you want quiet.

He loves going for walks, exploring new places, and sniffing his way down a trail on an easy hike. Whether he’s adventuring with doggy friends or strolling solo, he’s happiest being outside with his people. He’s also very gentle when taking treats and has been great with other dogs. He’s cat‑tolerant too, making him an easy fit for a variety of homes.

Midnight has such a sweet, endearing personality. He’ll keep you company, make you laugh, and be right by your side whether you’re out for a walk or relaxing on the couch. He’s the kind of dog who wants to be included in everyday life — and he gives back so much love in return.

This special boy is ready to find his forever home.

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Bonnie is a happy, playful girl who gets excited about just about everything. She loves being outside, running around the yard with her canine friends, playing keep-away with toys, chasing, and enjoying a good game of fetch. She’s also happy to supervise a little gardening, recently helping her foster family’s Nana dig a spot for a new plant. We’re pretty sure she’ll be expecting credit for the landscaping!

But Bonnie isn’t all playtime and backyard adventures. She’s equally happy when the family settles in for the evening. Once dinner is finished and everyone gathers on the sofa for TV time, Bonnie is right there in the middle of the action. She loves playing with her dog friends, enjoying her toys, and soaking up family time. And when it’s time for a nap, she has developed a rather adorable habit of tucking her head behind her foster mom on the sofa. Apparently, that’s the perfect spot!

Bonnie is also quite the affectionate little lovebug. She gets incredibly excited to see her foster family’s daughters and is always ready to dish out kisses. She enjoys a little tug-of-war, loves squeaky toys (especially getting every last squeak out of them!), and has a wonderful balance of playful energy and snuggly sweetness.

She’s a smart girl, too! Bonnie is learning her manners and already knows her name, sit, wait, gentle, and treat. She’s making progress with her training and has started exploring the world on leash. Like any young pup, she still has plenty to learn, but she’s coming along beautifully.

Bonnie lives with other dogs and gets a lot of exposure to kittens in her foster home. She is still learning to share certain high-value toys and food spaces with other dogs, so she is fed separately and will need continued guidance, appropriate management, and thoughtful introductions in her adoptive home. Her foster family is continuing to work with her on these behaviors.

Bonnie is growing into a wonderful companion. She’s playful, affectionate, curious, and happiest when she’s included in whatever her people are doing. She’s ready for a family who will give her room to play, plenty of love, and, of course, a permanent spot on the sofa.

Clyde found his happily ever after. Now it’s Bonnie’s turn!

Apply to adopt Bonnie today and give this sweet girl the forever home she’s been waiting for!

Bonnie's adopters will be required to sign a spay/neuter addendum (including paying a refundable $100 spay/neuter fee) and a training addendum as part of the adoption contract.

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Story: Teddy was rescued from a shelter in North Carolina with his momma and 6 siblings. We are so happy to have him safe and sound in a foster home in the DC area now. Teddy is a happy sweetie who loves people and gets along great with other dogs and puppies. He is a goofy, bull in a china shop kind of puppy. He does well with big dogs, and will play until the cows come home. He is food and attention motivated, and highly trainable. He is doing really well with crate training, and has only had one accident in 2 weeks. Teddy 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, Teddy 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 Teddy is $475. That covers the cost of all his vaccines, the collar he’s wearing, and his care in his foster home. He’s up to date on all age appropriate vaccines.

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

Story: Ontario was rescued from a shelter in North Carolina with his momma and 6 siblings. We are so happy to have him safe and sound in a foster home in the DC area now. Ontario is the sweetest little snuggle bug! One of his favorite things to do is crawl into my lap and fall asleep. He’s such an affectionate little guy with the perfect balance of playful energy and cuddles. He’s a social butterfly who loves everyone he meets! He’s wonderful with other dogs and has been incredibly sweet and gentle with our neighborhood kids. He’s also incredibly smart and eager to please! He’s already learned to sit and wait patiently for treats, and he’s making great progress with potty training and crate training. He loves chasing after toys and playing, but is just as happy to curl up for cuddles. We recently took him on a weekend road trip, including a visit to a winery, and he did amazing! He’s been doing so well socializing and exploring new environments. Ontario is the perfect mix of playful, affectionate, and adventurous. He will give so much love to his forever family!

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

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

Story: Kaleki was rescued from a shelter in North Carolina with her momma and 6 siblings. We are so happy to have her safe and sound in a foster home in the DC area now. Sweet Kaleki has a BIG personality packed into one adorable little body! Kaleki has always been the “tiny” puppy with a giant personality. She’s rambunctious, feisty, playful, and full of puppy energy. She loves to explore, get into a little mischief, and make sure everyone knows she’s around! She’s a smart girl who is doing well with her training and is learning more every day. Like any young puppy, she’ll thrive with a family who can give her plenty of love, patience, playtime, and continued guidance as she grows. If you’re looking for a fun-loving companion with plenty of personality and a little bit of sass, this girl could be your perfect match. She’ll keep you laughing and will absolutely fill your home with lots of puppy love.

The fee to adopt Kaleki 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 Kaleki might be your perfect match, apply today!

She's ready to learn. Sadie knows “sit,” is working on “down,” and is very treat motivated—which makes training a lot more fun. She loves to play! Sadie enjoys playing with other dogs one-on-one. (check out her the photo of her with her bestie, Stripe!) When there are several dogs together, however, she can become uncomfortable and may react, so smaller social settings are a better fit for her. She has previously done well with cats and children. She's a good traveler. Sadie is calm in the car, making her ready to tag along on adventures near and far. Sadie is still working on her leash skills and would love a home with a yard where she can run and play. She's a sweet, energetic girl who is ready for her next adventure—and plenty of cuddles along the way! PAW adopts in Maryland, DC, northern VA, and southern PA.

Natacha has done well with a 7 year old special needs child, however, she is not adjusting to a newborn.

She has not lived with other dogs. She will sometimes bark at the neighbor's dogs as they all greet each other for a few minutes. She stares at other dogs when she comes across them on walks or at a park.

Natacha was fine temporarily with an older indoor cat that passed away.

She plays with sticks and balls.

Currently, Natacha is living in a very busy home but would do better in a calm and quiet household with older children or no children.

Natacha will thrive in a home with an active family or person who have lots of love and time to give her, playing and being together. In return, you will have a devoted life-time companion to share life’s joys and adventures.

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Currently, Thanos is living with a GSD/Corso who has gotten dominant and aggressive with him, and there was a bite incident. Thanos’ family want the best for him, and despite efforts working with a trainer, he is extremely stressed in the environment, so the dogs must be separated.

Thanos has some training and knows SIT, STAY, RELEASE, COME, LIE DOWN, CRATE and OUTSIDE.

Thanos is great with kids and is loving and protective around them. He lives with children aged 13 and up.

He has lived with another large breed and a small yorkie mix.

Thanos is a quintessential GSD who will thrive with someone who understands the breed and appreciates their energy, intelligence and devotion.

Thanos is in California, but transportation will be provided to his new home.

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This affectionate boy loves being close to his people and can usually be found relaxing on his favorite spot—the couch! In fact, Ziggy considers the couch his bed and happily sleeps there day and night.

Ziggy is a smart dog who knows sit, stay, place, shake, and down and responds very well to positive reinforcement training. He is both house-trained and crate-trained, making him an easy addition to a new household. He enjoys spending time with his people, learning new things, and earning treats for a job well done.

One of Ziggy’s biggest strengths is his experience living in a home. He has lived with two adult female cats throughout his entire adult life and has done well with them. He currently lives in a single-family home with a backyard, but his owner believes he could adapt well to apartment living provided he receives regular exercise and daily walks.

With other dogs, Ziggy tends to do best with calm, mature canine companions. He has shown that he can coexist successfully with older, laid-back dogs and may benefit from thoughtful introductions and continued positive experiences with other dogs.

Ziggy is up to date on vaccinations, receives monthly NexGard Plus, and eats Fromm dog food. He loves treats of all kinds and enjoys chewing on appropriate bones. Plush toys don’t stand much of a chance with Ziggy, so he prefers durable rubber toys that can keep up with his enthusiasm.

If you’re looking for a loyal companion who enjoys both adventure and relaxation, Ziggy may be your perfect match. He is ready to bring his loving personality, good manners, and expert-level couch-snuggling skills to a new forever home.

Please contact (571) 655-1877 if you can help Ziggy.