Duluth, MN

Kid-Friendly Dogs for Adoption in Duluth, MN: 11 Dogs Good with Children

Kid-Friendly Dogs up for adoption near Duluth, MN

Rescues and shelters within 100 miles of Duluth have 11 kid-friendly dogs up for adoption. Here are all 11, each with photos, their story and how to reach the rescue looking after them.

Every dog on this page has been marked by their rescue as good with children, usually because they've lived with kids in a foster home.

1. Harmony

Young · Female · German Shorthaired Pointer / Mixed (short coat) · 63 mi from Duluth

Harmony is a 7-month-old German Shorthaired Pointer who is ready to find a family to call her own! This sweet girl came to us as an unclaimed stray, and now she’s looking forward to a fresh start with a loving home.
Harmony has a gentle, loving nature and is as sweet as can be. Like any young pup, she’s still learning the ropes and will need some work on her manners and basic training. With patience, consistency, and plenty of positive reinforcement, she has so much potential to grow into a wonderful lifelong companion.
If you’re looking for a sweet young dog to love, teach, and grow with, Harmony may be the perfect match for you! ❤️
If you would like to meet me, please visit our website and complete the pre-adoption application.

Read more about Harmony

Once it has been processed then we can make a date to get together!
All dogs are spayed/neutered, heartworm tested (if over 2 years old), vaccinated, dewormed, flea and tick treated, microchipped and more before adoption. Our adoption policies include: Application, Vet Reference, Landlord approval & Criminal Background Check. We do not do same day adoptions. We request that you call for an appointment after your application has been approved to come and visit the dog of your choice. If you have a dog currently, you should bring him/her along to meet the new dog so we can see how everyone interacts. Please visit our website for additional information. The online application can be found at :https://hsburnettcty.org/adoption-application/

  • Good with kids
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
Adopt Harmony fromHumane Society of Burnett CountyWebster, WI · listed Oct 29

2. Brucey

Adult · Male · Labrador Retriever / Mixed (short coat) · 63 mi from Duluth

Brucey is a 3-year-old Lab mix with a story that’s still being written. Found as a stray, he spent some time in a foster home before finding himself back in a shelter. The shelter environment has been stressful for him, and he’s feeling anxious with all the changes and commotion around him.
Brucey deserves a chance to feel safe, settled, and loved again. A shelter can be an overwhelming place, and we know that the real Brucey may shine brightest when he’s back in a home where he can relax and let his personality come through.
He’s looking for a patient, understanding family who will give him time to decompress, build trust, and adjust at his own pace.

Read more about Brucey

In return, you could be the person who changes his story from a stray searching for safety to a beloved family member who finally has a place to call home. ❤️
If you would like to meet me, please visit our website and complete the pre-adoption application. Once it has been processed then we can make a date to get together!
All dogs are spayed/neutered, heartworm tested (if over 2 years old), vaccinated, dewormed, flea and tick treated, microchipped and more before adoption. Our adoption policies include: Application, Vet Reference, Landlord approval & Criminal Background Check. We do not do same day adoptions. We request that you call for an appointment after your application has been approved to come and visit the dog of your choice. If you have a dog currently, you should bring him/her along to meet the new dog so we can see how everyone interacts. Please visit our website for additional information. The online application can be found at :https://hsburnettcty.org/adoption-application/

  • Good with kids
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Brucey fromHumane Society of Burnett CountyWebster, WI · listed Oct 23

3. Lola

Adult · Female · Poodle (unknown type) / Golden Retriever / Mixed (medium coat) · 63 mi from Duluth

Lola is a 5-year-old Goldendoodle looking for a place to call home! Originally found as a stray, she was later surrendered by her owner due to her tendency to run off.
Lola will need a family committed to helping her work on her recall and keeping her safe. A securely fenced yard would be ideal, or an adopter willing to consistently work on training and reinforce boundaries.
With the right home and a little patience, Lola is ready for her next chapter! Could you be the one to give this sweet girl the safe and loving home she deserves? ❤️
If you would like to meet me, please visit our website and complete the pre-adoption application.

Read more about Lola

Once it has been processed then we can make a date to get together!
All dogs are spayed/neutered, heartworm tested (if over 2 years old), vaccinated, dewormed, flea and tick treated, microchipped and more before adoption. Our adoption policies include: Application, Vet Reference, Landlord approval & Criminal Background Check. We do not do same day adoptions. We request that you call for an appointment after your application has been approved to come and visit the dog of your choice. If you have a dog currently, you should bring him/her along to meet the new dog so we can see how everyone interacts. Please visit our website for additional information. The online application can be found at :https://hsburnettcty.org/adoption-application/

  • Good with kids
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Lola fromHumane Society of Burnett CountyWebster, WI · listed Oct 21

4. Teddy

Puppy · Male · Terrier / Mixed (medium coat) · 63 mi from Duluth

Teddy is a 4-month old terrier mix looking for a family to give him lots of love, attention, time, & effort! Puppies are a big commitment and take lots of work but the payoff is worth it! He is at the perfect age to start training and acclimating to different environments to make sure he ends up the perfect dog! *A refundable spay deposit of $50 is required and adopter will receive a voucher for surgery at Grantsburg Animal Hospital. After completion of surgery, the deposit is returned.
If you would like to meet me, please visit our website and complete the pre-adoption application. Once it has been processed then we can make a date to get together!
All dogs are spayed/neutered, heartworm tested (if over 2 years old), vaccinated, dewormed, flea and tick treated, microchipped and more before adoption.

Read more about Teddy

Our adoption policies include: Application, Vet Reference, Landlord approval & Criminal Background Check. We do not do same day adoptions. We request that you call for an appointment after your application has been approved to come and visit the dog of your choice. If you have a dog currently, you should bring him/her along to meet the new dog so we can see how everyone interacts. Please visit our website for additional information. The online application can be found at :https://hsburnettcty.org/adoption-application/

  • Good with kids
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
Adopt Teddy fromHumane Society of Burnett CountyWebster, WI · listed Oct 14

5. Rosalie

Puppy (1 month 25 days) · Female · Shepherd / Mixed (medium coat) · 3 mi from Duluth

Meet Rosalie!

Rosalie may have had a rough start in life, but you would never know it from her sweet, outgoing personality! Found outside as a tiny orphan, this beautiful little girl has grown into a strong, happy, social puppy who absolutely loves people and attention.

At just 7 weeks old, Rosalie is a delightful mix of German Shepherd, Alaskan Malamute, Labrador Retriever, with a little Newfoundland and Siberian Husky sprinkled in! She’s expected to grow into a large dog with an equally big personality.

Read more about Rosalie

Rosalie is everything you could hope for in a puppy: friendly, affectionate, curious, and ready to explore the world. She’s still very much a baby, so her future family will get to experience all the fun, excitement, and training that come with raising a puppy.

She hasn’t started crate or potty training yet, but she and her siblings already do a wonderful job keeping their sleeping area clean!

Rosalie is looking for a family ready to help her grow into the amazing dog she’s destined to become! She will be ready to go home 11/1!

  • Good with kids
  • Good with dogs
Adopt Rosalie fromPJ's RescueDuluth, Mn · listed Oct 4

6. Alice

Puppy (1 month 25 days) · Female · Shepherd / Mixed (medium coat) · 3 mi from Duluth

Sweet Alice.
Small But mighty.
Don’t let my tiny size fool you, I have a BIG personality and an even BIGGER heart!

Hi, I’m Alice! I’m a little girl with a whole lot of love to give. My favorite things in life are cuddles, playing with my favorite toys, and soaking up all the love and attention I can get. I may be small, but I have a mighty spirit and so much love packed into this little body.

A delightful mix of German Shepherd, Alaskan Malamute, Labrador Retriever, with a little Newfoundland and Siberian Husky sprinkled in! She’s expected to grow into a large dog with an equally big personality. I will be ready for my forever home 11/1.

  • Good with kids
  • Good with dogs
Adopt Alice fromPJ's RescueDuluth, Mn · listed Oct 4

7. Jasper

Puppy (1 month 25 days) · Male · Shepherd / Mixed (medium coat) · 3 mi from Duluth

Meet Jasper!

Jasper is proof that even the tiniest orphans can grow into strong, happy puppies with so much love to give!

Found outside as a little baby alongside his siblings, Jasper has overcome a difficult beginning and is now thriving. At 7 weeks old, he’s an incredibly sweet, outgoing, and social little guy who loves being part of the action.

Jasper is a mix of German Shepherd, Alaskan Malamute, Labrador Retriever, Newfoundland, and Siberian Husky. With those breeds in his family tree, he’s likely to grow into a big, beautiful boy!

Read more about Jasper

Jasper is still discovering the world and doing all the typical puppy things. He hasn’t started crate or potty training, so he’ll need a family excited to teach him the ropes. One promising sign is that he and his siblings already keep their sleeping area remarkably clean!

With his friendly personality and love for people, Jasper has all the makings of a wonderful lifelong companion. All he needs now is a family to call his own! He is ready to go home 11/1!

  • Good with kids
  • Good with dogs
Adopt Jasper fromPJ's RescueDuluth, Mn · listed Oct 4

8. Jacob

Puppy (1 month 25 days) · Male · Shepherd / Mixed (medium coat) · 3 mi from Duluth

Meet Jacob!

From orphaned baby to happy, thriving puppy, Jacob has already come such a long way in his short little life!

Jacob and his siblings were discovered outside without their mama when they were just tiny babies. Despite their challenging start, they’ve grown into an incredibly strong, affectionate, outgoing group of puppies, and Jacob is no exception!

Now 7 weeks old, Jacob is a mix of German Shepherd, Alaskan Malamute, Labrador Retriever, with a little Newfoundland and Siberian Husky. With that combination, his future family should be ready for a big dog with lots of love to give!

Read more about Jacob

Jacob is a happy, friendly, social puppy who is ready to experience everything life has to offer. He’s still very much a baby, which means plenty of puppy antics, lots of learning, and endless opportunities to create wonderful memories together.

He hasn’t begun crate or potty training, but he and his siblings already keep their sleeping area very clean, which is a wonderful foundation to build on.

Jacob has already shown just how resilient he can be. Now he’s ready to find a family who will give him the love, patience, and guidance he deserves for the rest of his life! He is ready to go home 11/1!

  • Good with kids
  • Good with dogs
Adopt Jacob fromPJ's RescueDuluth, Mn · listed Oct 4

9. Edward

Puppy (1 month 25 days) · Male · Shepherd / Mixed (medium coat) · 3 mi from Duluth

Meet Edward!

Sweet, social, and absolutely full of puppy charm, Edward is one of those little guys who makes it impossible not to smile!

Edward’s story started when he and his siblings were found outside as tiny orphaned puppies. Thanks to a little help and a whole lot of love, these babies have grown into strong, happy, outgoing puppies who are ready for their next chapter.

At 7 weeks old, Edward is a beautiful mix of German Shepherd, Alaskan Malamute, Labrador Retriever, Newfoundland, and Siberian Husky. He’s expected to be a large dog once fully grown!

Read more about Edward

Edward is incredibly friendly and loves human interaction. He’s at that wonderful age where everything is new and exciting, and every day brings another adventure.

Like any puppy his age, Edward still has plenty to learn! Crate training and potty training haven’t started yet, but he and his siblings are already doing a fantastic job keeping their sleeping area clean.

Edward is looking for a family ready to embrace puppyhood and help this sweet little survivor grow into a confident, happy adult dog! He is ready to go home 11/1!

  • Good with kids
  • Good with dogs
Adopt Edward fromPJ's RescueDuluth, Mn · listed Oct 4

10. Kobe

Puppy (4 months 30 days) · Male · Terrier / Mixed (medium coat) · 3 mi from Duluth

Kobe is waiting for someone to order him off the Sandwich Litter menu! Kobe is almost 19 weeks old. He is playful, smart, cuddly, and always ready for whatever fun is happening. He LOVES to play and would be happiest with an active family who wants a pup to bring along for adventures. Even better? Give him another dog to wrestle, chase, and generally annoy like a proper little brother. He’s great with kids, loves other dogs, and after he’s gotten some of that puppy energy out, he’s more than happy to settle in for some cuddles. Kobe is also VERY food motivated, which means he’s pretty convinced training is just a fun little game where he does things and snacks magically appear.

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Honestly, we can work with that. And yes… Kobe still enjoys getting his feet wet and then running around with his soggy little paws. Some hobbies are worth holding onto. Kobe is ready for a family who wants a fun, active, goofy little sidekick to grow up with!

  • Good with kids
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
Adopt Kobe fromPJ's RescueDuluth, Mn · listed Aug 11

11. Chico

Adult · Male · Australian Cattle Dog/Blue Heeler / Mixed (short coat) · 63 mi from Duluth

Chico is a 2-year-old Heeler with a big personality and an even bigger heart. After spending time as a stray, he's learning what it means to be part of a family and enjoys being close to his people. He's affectionate, loyal, and loves companionship once he's comfortable with you.
Like many intelligent working breeds, Chico values his person and prefers to not be left alone. he absolutely loves attention and would appreciate a human that will love him endlessly.
Chico is looking for a patient, confident adopter who can provide structure, consistency, and positive reinforcement training. In return, he'll be a devoted companion with plenty of character and spirit.

Read more about Chico

Because of his handling sensitivities, a home with older or respectful children may be the best fit.
If you would like to meet me, please visit our website and complete the pre-adoption application. Once it has been processed then we can make a date to get together!
All dogs are spayed/neutered, heartworm tested (if over 2 years old), vaccinated, dewormed, flea and tick treated, microchipped and more before adoption. Our adoption policies include: Application, Vet Reference, Landlord approval & Criminal Background Check. We do not do same day adoptions. We request that you call for an appointment after your application has been approved to come and visit the dog of your choice. If you have a dog currently, you should bring him/her along to meet the new dog so we can see how everyone interacts. Please visit our website for additional information. The online application can be found at :https://hsburnettcty.org/adoption-application/

  • Good with kids
  • Good with dogs
  • House-trained
Adopt Chico fromHumane Society of Burnett CountyWebster, WI · listed May 26

Adopting a dog with children in Duluth

Bring the whole family to meet the dog before you adopt, and ask the rescue how the dog behaves around children your kids' ages.

Teach children to let the dog come to them, to stroke gently, and to leave the dog alone while it's eating or sleeping. Give the dog a bed or crate of their own to retreat to, and always supervise young children with a new dog.

Relaxed adult dogs are often a better match for young children than puppies, which jump up, nip and chew while they learn.

Rescues with kid-friendly dogs near Duluth

Questions about adopting kid-friendly dogs in Duluth

How many kid-friendly dogs are up for adoption in Duluth?

As of November 4, 2026, rescues and shelters within 100 miles of Duluth, Minnesota, have 11 kid-friendly dogs up for adoption. The list is updated every day.

Where can I adopt a kid-friendly dog in Duluth?

The rescues with the most kid-friendly dogs near Duluth right now are PJ's Rescue (Duluth, Mn) and Humane Society of Burnett County (Webster, WI). Each dog above has the rescue's phone number and website.

What kind of dog is best with kids?

A calm, patient dog that the rescue has seen around children. Adult dogs are often easier than puppies with young kids, since their personalities are known and they play less roughly.

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