Dogs for Adoption in Indian Head, MD: 20 Dogs Looking for a Home
By Dogs of the Day · Updated



374 dogs and puppies are waiting for homes at 13 rescues and shelters within 25 miles of Indian Head. Here are the 20 nearest, each with photos, their story and how to reach the rescue looking after them.
Of the dogs up for adoption within 25 miles of Indian Head, 86 puppies, 145 young dogs, 106 adults and 13 seniors. The breeds you'll see most are Labrador Retriever, Pit Bull Terrier and Terrier, along with plenty of one-of-a-kind mixes.
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1. Odin
Puppy (2 months 2 days) · Male · Pit Bull Terrier · 11 mi from Indian Head


Born August 30, Odin is a charming little pup with a fantastic personality and a bright, curious spirit! Currently being fostered by a professional trainer, he is already earning nothing but high praise for his wonderful temperament and all-around potential.
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Odin is incredibly social and loves meeting people and interacting with other animals. He has a friendly, outgoing nature and an inquisitive mind that keeps him exploring, discovering, and learning about the world around him. Whether he's making new friends, investigating something interesting, or simply enjoying time with his people, Odin brings plenty of personality and joy to every moment.
With his excellent temperament, social confidence, and adventurous spirit, Odin is off to a wonderful start. He's a curious little explorer with so much love and potential to share, and he's sure to make an amazing addition to a lucky family's life!
2. Bronx
Adult (2 years 8 months) · Male · Pit Bull Terrier · 11 mi from Indian Head



Bronx is brand new to our rescue, stay tuned and follow along on IG @vindicatedpits to learn more about him!
- House-trained
3. Buster
Pomeranian · 12 mi from Indian Head







Meet Buster, 9 years old
M
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eet Buster, a nine-year-old 17-pound Pomeranian, who was rehomed through no fault of his own. His owner, who was moving into a retirement home and couldn’t take him, was trying to rehome him in a shelter parking lot because the shelter was full. A volunteer saw this happening and stepped in to offer Buster a place in our rescue. This gorgeous little boy is very friendly with people and other dogs. Buster enjoys walks and exploring the fenced yard in his foster home. He also likes car rides and eagerly awaits the opportunity to hop in. But mostly, Buster enjoys hanging out with his people, gazing adoringly at them with his big brown eyes. Buster is an all-around good boy who will make a loyal and loving companion.
Buster is UTD on vaccines and heartworm testing. He was recently neutered and received a full dental cleaning. Buster has a mild heart condition that is being well managed with inexpensive daily medication but is otherwise very healthy. This special boy deserves to have a forever home where he will always be loved and cared for.
Apply Here: https://fs8.formsite.com/Caringhearts/form1/index
4. Fendi
Young (2 years 1 month) · Female · American Staffordshire Terrier / Mixed (short coat) · 13 mi from Indian Head





Meet our fun-loving and spirited staffy mix, Fendi!
Fendi is about 2 yrs old and is a medium sized dog at 56 pounds. She was found as a stray and taken to the local shelter. Harley Koda Animal Rescue (HKAR) was able to offer her a chance to find a forever-home. She is currently being fostered in a home with a big fenced-in backyard and other dog companions.
As a young dog, she has lots of energy and loves walking, hiking, and playing fetch with her favorite ball or toy. She’s incredibly smart, eager to learn. Fendi completed a three-week training program with
Ridegside K9,
and
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is well behaved. She has grown more confident and is learning to trust new dogs as she is introduced to them. She enjoys meeting new people, and will greet you with happy tail wags and adorable little hops.
Fendi loves to chat with her human friends and lets you know when she needs to go outside for a potty break. She gets along well with her foster dog friends. She enjoys playing and zooming around the backyard. After playtime, she’s happiest curled up next to you on the sofa, relaxing and enjoying cuddles.
Fendi is crate trained, housebroken, spayed, and up to date on all her vaccines. She’s ready to bring love, laughter, and lots of happy moments to her forever-home!
If you would like to bring Fendi into your family, reach out to us at
HarleyKodaAR@gmail.com
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- Good with dogs
- House-trained
5. Mocha
Young (1 year 7 months) · Female · Black Labrador Retriever / Mixed (short coat) · 13 mi from Indian Head



Meet our fun-loving and spirited black lab mix Mocha!
Mocha is about 18 months old and is a medium-sized dog at 52 pounds. She was surrendered to a local shelter where Harley Koda Animal Rescue (HKAR) was able to take her in and offer her a chance to find a forever-home. She is currently being fostered in a home with a big fenced-in backyard and other dog companions.
As a young dog, Mocha is a highly energetic and loves going on long walks, hikes, and playing fetch with her favorite ball and toys. She’s a well behaved, incredibly smart girl who is eager to learn and already knows several commands.
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Mocha gets along well with other dogs but needs to be paired with an equally energetic dog. She loves to play and zoom around the backyard with other dogs. After playtime, she’s just as happy curling up next to you on the sofa for some quiet cuddle time.
She can be a little timid when meeting new people, but she warms up quickly and becomes a loving companion. Mocha is crate trained, housebroken, spayed, and up to date on all her vaccines.
Mocha will do best homed with another energetic dog. She is good with older children who can keep her busy playing, She is vocal, especially when left alone. She requires a yard to run and frequent walks as well.
She’s ready to bring lots of joy, love, and tail wags to her forever home!
If you would like to bring Mocha into your family, reach out to us a
HarleyKodaAR@gmail.com.
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
6. Autumn
Young (2 years 7 months) · Female · Cocker Spaniel · 17 mi from Indian Head







Autumn is a beautiful 2'ish year old, 22-pound cocker spaniel. She has the prettiest eye lashes. Autumn's ideal forever home is in the suburbs with a securely fenced yard and another playful pup. Autumns enjoys belly rubs and being in your lap and she has shown zero aggression to pups or people, only wanting love! If you are interested in fostering or adopting Autumn and live in the northern VA area, please email us at fosters@cockerspanielrescue.com. Autumn is currently located in Alexandria, VA. Thanks!
- Good with dogs
7. Rowan
Young (2 years 7 months) · Male · Cocker Spaniel · 17 mi from Indian Head






Rowan is a gorgeous black and white cocker spaniel with the prettiest eyes and cutest pink nose! He is ~2 years old, 25 pounds and looking for his forever home. Rowan is great with other dogs, and ideally, would love a snuggly sibling in his forever home. He enjoys sleeping on the couch, snuggling with his foster Mom and siblings and taking quiet walks in the neighborhood. Rowan just started his life-saving, OBG sponsored heartworm treatment and is available for adoption during his treatment. Rowan is a foodie and eats very well all his meals and snacks. Interested in adopting? Please email adoptme@cockerspanielrescue.com.
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
8. Arlow
Young (2 years 7 months) · Male · Cocker Spaniel · 17 mi from Indian Head







Arlow is an amazingly gorgeous cocker spaniel in search of a foster or forever home! He is around 2 years old and 25 pounds. Arlow is very loving with zero aggression. He enjoys belly rubs and, when comfortable, snackies! Arlow's ideal forever home is in the suburbs with a securely fenced yard. He LOVES other dogs so he would enjoy another playmate in his life. Sadly, Arlow arrived heartworm positive and has started his life-saving, OBG-sponsored treatment. If you are interested in fostering or adopting Arlow, please send us an email at fosters@cockerspanielrescue.com. Thanks!
- Good with dogs
9. Ember
Young (2 years 6 months) · Female · Cocker Spaniel · 17 mi from Indian Head










Ember is a beautiful ~2 year old, 25 pound black cocker spaniel. Her fur is so soft and shiny. She is loving life in her foster home and does great with the other pups and people. Ember is working on her house training. Loud noises are still scary for Ember so a quieter home is ideal with another playful pup. Ember isn't a city pup and needs a home with a secure fence in the suburbs. Ember arrived heat worm positive and has started her life-saving, OBG-sponsored treatment and available for adoption during treatment. If you are interested in adopting Ember, please email us at adoptme@cockerspanielrescue.com. Ember is located in Alexandria, VA.
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
10. Angel
Senior (11 years 7 months) · Female · Cocker Spaniel · 17 mi from Indian Head







Halo There! This is Angel is she is oh-so-heavenly and looking for her forever home. Angel is 11 years young and 31 pounds. She is good with dogs and kids but could also be your one and only pup too. Angel is quiet when left alone, rides nicely in the car and walks beautifully on the leash. She enjoys a cozy couch or fluffy bed and sleeps all night long. Angel was diagnosed with Cushing's disease and is on daily medication. She is doing great and is house trained but may need to go out more often. She is a sweet girl and ready to find her forever people. She is fostered in Edgewater, MD. To learn more, please email adoptme@cockerspanielrescue.com.
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- No cats
- House-trained
11. Hank
Senior (10 years 2 months) · Male · Cocker Spaniel · 17 mi from Indian Head








Handsome Hank is ready to find his forever family! This senior sweetie is super chill and enjoys walks and hanging with his people. He is a 10-year-old, 27-pound black, white and tan cocker spaniel. He loves treats and belly rubs. Hank is house trained too. He needs a home (not condo or apartment) as a solo pup and would love a yard to play fetch and sun himself. He came in with the typical ear and skin infections but his Foster has worked diligently and Hank's skin is looking great! He is a typical cocker who will need routine ear cleanings and has benefitted from a monthly cytopoint injection to keep his skin looking and feeling it's best! Hank is fostered in Arlington, VA and looking for love. Please email adoptme@cockerspanielrescue.com. Thank you!
- House-trained
12. Betty
Adult (2 years) · Female · Boxer / Mixed · 18 mi from Indian Head




This little girl was left at a short-staffed, over-crowded shelter and was on the euthanasia list. Because she was pregnant, staff made a hard push to get her out as they could not safely deliver her pups in the shelter. She is now in a foster home at AFH where she can deliver her pups in a warm, loving home. This sweet girl is friendly, loving and calm. She is OK with other dogs and a bit shy, but warms up quickly. Stay tuned for updates.
13. Putts
Puppy (2 months 5 days) · Male · Labrador Retriever / Mixed · 18 mi from Indian Head




Meet Putts – Your New Best Friend! Found as a stray in southern Virginia, Putts is ready to leave his past behind and start a wonderful new chapter with a family of his own! This adorable Lab mix is full of love, kisses, and cuddles. Putts has a happy, playful personality and loves spreading joy wherever he goes. Whether it’s playtime, getting lots of affection, or snuggling up with his favorite people, Putts is all about making the most of every moment. Putts is ready for his happily ever after. Could it be with you?
14. Pumpkin
Puppy (2 months 11 days) · Female · Labrador Retriever / Mixed · 18 mi from Indian Head




Meet Pumpkin, a sweet little girl who is ready for her happily ever after! Pumpkin came in painfully skinny, but once she came into rescue she's been putting on weight nicely and is blossoming into a happy, healthy pup. This adorable Lab mix is the last of her litter still waiting for a family to call her own, and we are determined to help her find the wonderful forever home she deserves! Don't let her humble beginnings fool you—Pumpkin is full of puppy personality! She's frisky, playful, and always ready for a little fun. Like any young pup, she has so much love to give and so many wonderful adventures ahead of her. Could you be the lucky one to give this precious girl the happily ever after she deserves?
15. Lily
Puppy (1 month 23 days) · Female · German Shepherd Dog · 18 mi from Indian Head










Come and meet your new family member! Lily is approximately 1.5 months of age and is learning calmness in the house, and play explore train outside. Lily is learning potty training, crate training, luring with food and has a medium level energy. Lily
is a “take me everywhere” kind of dog. Sh
e is up to date on all shots, dewormers, has nexguard and heartguard on board, and is microchipped. Sh
e lives to engage with her
family. If you are an approved adopter with breed experience and a physical fenced yard (no invisible fences please) and are interested in learning more about Lily please email her
foster at sperciav@comcast.net
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
16. Hedwig
Puppy (1 month 23 days) · Female · German Shepherd Dog (short coat) · 18 mi from Indian Head










Come and meet your new family member! Hedwig is approximately 1.5 months of age and is learning calmness in the house, and play explore train outside. Hedwig is learning potty training, crate training, luring with food and has a medium level energy. Hedwig is a “take me everywhere” kind of dog. She is up to date on all shots, dewormers, has nexguard and heartguard on board, and is microchipped. She lives to engage with her family. If you are an approved adopter with breed experience and a physical fenced yard (no invisible fences please) and are interested in learning more about Hedwig please email her foster at sperciav@comcast.net
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
17. Aussomes Pup Kali
Puppy (1 month 10 days) · Female · Australian Shepherd / Mixed · 18 mi from Indian Head



These three tiny puppies were found in an abandoned house all alone. They are guessing that they Australian Shepherd mixes.
18. Aussomes Pup Dolly
Puppy (1 month 15 days) · Female · Australian Shepherd / Mixed · 18 mi from Indian Head


Meet Dolly, a sweet little girl with a heart full of love! Dolly and her siblings were sadly found in an abandoned home, but this adorable pup hasn't let her rough start dim her happy, playful spirit. Likely an Australian Shepherd mix, Dolly is as charming as they come! This loving girl is full of puppy fun and affection. Give her a little snuggle, and she'll be sure to steal your heart! Dolly would thrive in an active family that can provide plenty of playtime, attention, and love. She would also enjoy having another friendly canine companion to romp and play with. Dolly is ready to leave her past behind and start a wonderful new chapter with a family of her own. Come meet this precious girl—you just might find your new best friend!
19. Disney Minnie
Puppy (1 month 28 days) · Female · Labrador Retriever / Mixed · 18 mi from Indian Head



Mickey and Minnie were picked up as strays and taken to the shelter. They are now safe and will be kept in an AFH foster home. They are super sweet puppies.
20. Disney Mickey
Puppy (2 months 14 days) · Male · Labrador Retriever / Mixed · 18 mi from Indian Head


Mickey and Minnie were picked up as strays and taken to the shelter. They are now safe and will be kept in an AFH foster home. They are super sweet puppies.
Rescues and shelters near Indian Head
The rescues with the most dogs listed within 25 miles of Indian Head.
- Lucky Dog Animal RescueWashington, DC · 200 dogs · 24 mi from Indian Head
How to adopt from Lucky Dog Animal Rescue
1. Complete Adoption Application 2. Phone interview, vet check and home visit. 3. Contract signed (requirements include keeping a pet ID on dog at all times, keeping the dog as a pet, spaying/neutering puppies by 6 monts of age, returning the pet to Lucky Dog in the adopter cannot take care of it at any point in the future, and providing adequate vet care for the rest of the dog's life.
- Prince Georges County Animal Management DivisionForestville, MD · 88 dogs · 23 mi from Indian Head
- A Forever Home Rescue FoundationChantilly, VA · 24 dogs · 18 mi from Indian Head
How to adopt from A Forever Home Rescue Foundation
Adoption Application Interview Vet Check Virtual Home Check Adoption Contract Spay/Neuter Agreement (if under 6 months & unaltered)
- Mutt Love RescueFairfax, VA · 18 dogs · 19 mi from Indian Head
How to adopt from Mutt Love Rescue
Potential adopters complete an application, are interviewed, vet references are checked, home visit, adoption contract. Adoption fee is $285 for a spayed/neutered, fully vetted and microchipped dog.
- Worthy Dog RescueArlington, VA · 16 dogs · 18 mi from Indian Head
How to adopt from Worthy Dog Rescue
http://worthydog.org/adopt/adoption-process/ 1. Application 2. Phone Interview 3. Veterinary Check 4. Home Visit 5. Approval
- Virginia German Shepherd RescueCentreville, VA · 10 dogs · 18 mi from Indian Head
How to adopt from Virginia German Shepherd Rescue
Home check, reference check, interview, contract, $300.
- Oldies But Goodies Cocker Rescue, IncArlington, VA · 6 dogs · 17 mi from Indian Head
How to adopt from Oldies But Goodies Cocker Rescue, Inc
Adoption Application (approval), home check (approval), Adoption Contract and $350 adoption fee.
- Collie Rescue, IncChantilly, VA · 4 dogs · 18 mi from Indian Head
- Vindicated Pit Bull RescueAlexandria, VA · 2 dogs · 11 mi from Indian Head
How to adopt from Vindicated Pit Bull Rescue
Fill out an application, a background check is completed, personal and vet references are checked, and a home visit is required before adoption. Puppies under 8 months - $375 Dogs 8 months - 7 years - $275 Dogs 7+ - $200
- Caring Hearts Rescuespringfield, VA · 2 dogs · 12 mi from Indian Head
How to adopt from Caring Hearts Rescue
We often receive questions about the process of applying for one of our precious rescued dogs. The first step is filling out a application at the following address http://www.caringheartsrescue.org/Adopt.html . Click on the apply button under the dog you are interested in. If you have pets, you will be required to provide medical records for your current pets as proof that they are up to date on vaccines, spayed or neutered and on heart worm preventative. We will contact you after this first step is completed. Thank you very much for your time!
- Harley Koda Animal RescueFairfax Station, VA · 2 dogs · 13 mi from Indian Head
How to adopt from Harley Koda Animal Rescue
Application, phone interview, adoption contract, adoption fee - $300-$450
- SPCA of Northern VirginiaArlington, VA · 1 dog · 20 mi from Indian Head
How to adopt from SPCA of Northern Virginia
Please see our website, www.spcanova.org, for our adoption policy and fees.
- Save A Yorkie Rescue, Inc.Allentown,, PA · 1 dog · 24 mi from Indian Head
How to adopt from Save A Yorkie Rescue, Inc.
We ask for a $25 processing fee. We require people to have a vet history, dog experience, and time to work with a dog.
Adopting a dog in Indian Head
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 Indian Head
How many dogs are up for adoption in Indian Head?
As of November 4, 2026, 374 dogs and puppies are listed for adoption within 25 miles of Indian Head, Maryland, by 13 rescues and shelters. The list is updated every day.
Where can I adopt a dog in Indian Head?
The rescues with the most dogs near Indian Head right now are Lucky Dog Animal Rescue (Washington, DC), Prince Georges County Animal Management Division (Forestville, MD) and A Forever Home Rescue Foundation (Chantilly, VA). Each dog above has the rescue's phone number and website.
Are there puppies for adoption in Indian Head?
Yes. 86 puppys are up for adoption within 25 miles of Indian Head.
How do I adopt a dog in Indian Head?
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.