Dogs for Adoption in Diamondhead, MS: 7 Dogs Looking for a Home
7 dogs and puppies are waiting for homes at 2 rescues and shelters within 50 miles of Diamondhead. Here are all 7, each with photos, their story and how to reach the rescue looking after them.
Of the dogs up for adoption within 50 miles of Diamondhead, 1 puppy, 3 young dogs, 1 adult and 1 senior. The breeds you'll see most are German Shepherd, American Pit Bull Terrier and Shih Tzu, along with plenty of one-of-a-kind mixes.
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1. Giacomo
Meet Giacomo Giacomo is a dopey, lovable goofball who is basically a puppy trapped in an adult dog’s body! He has plenty of playful puppy energy and would love a home with a secure yard where he can explore, romp, and burn off some of that enthusiasm.This sweet boy loves being close to his person and is happiest when he can be your little shadow. He walks well on a leash and is friendly when people approach him. Giacomo is the kind of dog who will keep you smiling with his silly personality and playful antics.While Giacomo has a lot of love to give, he can be easily spooked by unfamiliar things and situations.
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He’ll need a patient person who can help him build confidence, experience new things at his own pace, and learn that the world isn’t so scary. With gentle guidance, positive experiences, and plenty of encouragement, Giacomo has so much potential to blossom into a confident companion.If you’re looking for a goofy, affectionate, playful dog who wants to be by your side, and you’re willing to help him discover his confidence, Giacomo might be your guy!PLEASE READ THIS TO ADOPT: ALL ANIMALS ARE CURRENTLY IN LONG BEACH, MISSISSIPPI. We transport adopted animals every 2-3 weeks to Northeast states. Completed applications take precedence over inquiries. If you are interested in adopting, the FIRST step is to complete an application. We will discuss additional details with potential adopters once we have an application on file. For Pet's Sake Rescue is a Mississippi based rescue. We are located in an overpopulated area surrounded by high-kill shelters.Adoption fees include transport, vetting and a MS Health Certificate to travel. Each pet is spayed/neutered, receives age appropriate vaccines, dewormed, heartworm test (6 months and older) microchipped and flea/tick/heartworm prevention. Breed input is required for each platform but is not guaranteed to be accurate. We do not breed or DNA test.You can visit our website at www.forpetssakerescue.org for our full adoption process and adoption application. You can view the locations we transport to on our website under Adoptions.
2. Buffy
Buffy is a 13-year-old Shih Tzu with the heart of a teddy bear and the soul of a professional napper. Buffy came to us in 2023 after her beloved owner entered hospice care.Buffy is truly a love bug. She adores people, loves being a lap dog, and would happily spend her days snoozing beside you or curled up in bed at night. She gets along wonderfully with cats, dogs, and small children making her an easy addition to most homes. She’s calm, affectionate, and happiest when she’s close to her humans.Over the years, we worked hard to solve Buffy’s allergy issues and finally discovered she is allergic to grass, lamb, and coconut.
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Thankfully, she is now doing great on medication and her adopter will receive a full year supply of Zenrelia to help keep her comfortable. Buffy is also an absolute professional at taking her medicine especially if cheese or a pill pocket is involved.Buffy does have some special needs that come with being a senior lady. She is visually impaired and has limited depth perception, which means she can accidentally tumble off beds or couches if left unattended. She also doesn’t love having her face groomed or her eyes cleaned, though she behaves beautifully for the rest of her spa day. Buffy is also hard of hearing… selectively, of course. She may ignore loud noises during nap time, but somehow can still hear a snack bag from another room.Speaking of snacks....if food exists anywhere nearby, Buffy firmly believes she deserves some too. Her nose is fully operational and always on duty.Buffy is fully housetrained and does best going outside every 6 hours during the day, though she happily sleeps through the night. She is looking for a loving home that understands senior dogs deserve comfort, patience, and lots of soft places to nap.If you’re searching for a sweet, loyal companion who will fill your home with love, snuggles, and a little bit of comedy, Buffy may be your perfect match.PLEASE READ THIS TO ADOPT: ALL ANIMALS ARE CURRENTLY IN LONG BEACH, MISSISSIPPI. We transport adopted animals every 2-3 weeks to Northeast states. Completed applications take precedence over inquiries. If you are interested in adopting, the FIRST step is to complete an application. We will discuss additional details with potential adopters once we have an application on file. For Pet's Sake Rescue is a Mississippi based rescue. We are located in an overpopulated area surrounded by high-kill shelters.Adoption fees include transport, vetting and a MS Health Certificate to travel. Each pet is spayed/neutered, receives age appropriate vaccines, dewormed, heartworm test (6 months and older) microchipped and flea/tick/heartworm prevention. Breed input is required for each platform but is not guaranteed to be accurate. We do not breed or DNA test.You can visit our website at www.forpetssakerescue.org for our full adoption process and adoption application. You can view the locations we transport to on our website under Adoptions.
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
- House-trained
- Special needs
3. Nova
Nova is a 7-month-old bundle of puppy joy who's back with us and ready to find her forever home. She was adopted three months ago and recently returned through no fault of her own. Her loss is your gain, because this girl is a delight!
This little girl has LOADS of puppy energy and plays relentlessly with her German Shepherd foster brother. She's very much a puppy in every sense of the word, so she's looking for a home that's ready to match her enthusiasm with daily, appropriate exercise, playtime, and ongoing training and socialization.
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Nova is "extra". She hollers. She’s loud. And she will tell you all about it, in great detail, with full commentary.
We love her for it and we love her opinions.
Even with all that energy, Nova shows manners around her elderly canine foster brother. She respects his space and lets him enjoy his quiet time.
Because we make every effort to set our puppies and their new families up for success, Nova's adopter will be required to complete an NOGSR-approved training course.
If you have the time, energy, and heart for a playful pup who will grow into a wonderful companion, we'd love to hear from you. She will be available for adoption after she is been spayed later this week. Apply at nogsr.org.
- Good with dogs
4. Duchess
Here's Duchess — Found eating trash in the street, she'd landed in a small, hot, rural shelter. Now, thanks to some amazing volunteers, she is safely with our rescue. She is a young (between 1 and 2 years old) petite, 50-lb sweetheart looking for her forever family!
Don't let her smaller size fool you, she's got a big heart. Duchess is affectionate, snuggly, and just wants to be near her people (or curled up in your lap, if you'll let her). She's an absolute doll — her foster put it best: "She is a catch!"
A few things that make her extra special:
Loves other dogs — she settled right in with her GSD foster sister showing her the ropes
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House trained and crate trained
Still working up her courage around squeaky toys unless she's the instigator (they're just a little alarming — give her time!)
Spayed and up to date on all vaccines
She is heartworm positive and has already started her treatment, fully covered by NOGSR and a generous benefactor, so cost will not be a barrier to giving her a home
Duchess deserves a forever home of her own. Could that be with you?
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
5. Paxton
Meet Paxton, a handsome 4-year-old German Shepherd looking for his forever family!
A little about him: Paxton is lovely and affectionate, and very chill in the house. He is incredibly smart and is able to play nicely on his own. He is extremely sweet and affectionate with his people. Per his foster, he has been an absolute joy to have around. He was even a very good boy at the vet when he went for his vaccines. He is very smart and has already learned "sit", "down", "leave it", and is working on more.
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Paxton is heartworm positive and has already started treatment. With proper care and treatment (handled by the rescue), he is expected to make a full recovery and go on to live a long, healthy life.
We are still learning how he feels about other dogs. Like many German Shepherds, he can be reactive to dogs while on leash, but has not shown reactivity to anything else at this time. An adopter with some experience and patience around leash reactivity and a willingness to work with him on this, would be a great fit for him because he is an amazing boy.
Paxton is up to date on vaccines and is neutered.
- House-trained
6. Breezy
Meet Breezy! This two-year-old German Shepherd is an absolute sweetheart — affectionate, gentle, and loves meeting new people and soaking up all the attention. He's settled beautifully with his foster family's resident German Shepherds so would most likely enjoy being in a home with other friendly and playful dogs.
Breezy is calm and easygoing at home, incredibly intelligent, and a joy to train. He is on medication to help with separation anxiety— his adopter would simply continue that protocol. As of now, separation anxiety is no longer an issue for him!
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Breezy is heartworm positive. He is currently undergoing treatment and handling it like a champ!
If you're after a loyal, loving, playful, and highly trainable companion, Breezy might be your perfect match!
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
7. Baby Girl
Baby Girl is a 1 year old, 60-pound German Shepherd settling into foster life and starting to show her true colors including a goofy, silly side we're loving more every day. She's a classic loyal shepherd who loves being near her people, and her foster mom is gently helping her build confidence and independence along the way.
She has been spending time with other dogs on a weekly basis and is great with them! She appears to be good or fairly neutral toward other dogs on walks and is showing calm curiosity toward cats.
Baby Girl is current on vaccines, spayed, and heartworm negative,
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UPDATE: Baby Girl and her foster are working on her socialization/interactions with dogs and people once a week with a local, certified, positive reinforcement trainer. She is doing an amazing job and her tail wags now! It is a beautiful thing to watch. Because of this, we think Baby Girl would do well in a home with other calm and confident dogs who can help her come out of her shell.
- Good with dogs
Rescues and shelters near Diamondhead
The rescues with the most dogs listed within 50 miles of Diamondhead.
- New Orleans German Shepherd RescueNew Orleans, LA · 5 dogs · 50 mi from Diamondhead
How to adopt from New Orleans German Shepherd Rescue
$250 seniors $350 > 6 months old $450 < 6 months old Be a responsible adult over the age of 21 Be able and willing to provide training, medical treatment, and proper day-to-day care Pay an adoption fee to help cover rescue costs Provide accurate information on all forms and communications Steps: Submit app Vet check Reference Check Home Visit All dogs must be spayed/neutered prior to adoptiion. We have an adoption contract.
- For Pet's Sake RescueLong Beach, MS · 2 dogs · 11 mi from Diamondhead
How to adopt from For Pet's Sake Rescue
For Pet's Sake Rescue wants to insure that every animal goes to a forever home that can provide their every need including future medical care should they ever need it. For this reason, we ask each person interested in adopting to complete an application. The application requests information about the potential family including their home and occupants, as well as requests a vet references. If you do not have a vet reference, please email photos of your home (and yard-if you are adopting a dog) to adoptions@forpetssakerescue.org after completing an application. Local Gulf Coast Adopters: You must complete an application to proceed. We have a private facility. We will schedule a Meet and Greet with you once your application has been approved. We reserve the right to refuse an adoption. We know these animals on a personal level and make judgement calls with their best interest at heart. Out of State Adopters: Complete an application, include a government issued photo ID with current address or an article of mail going to your current address in your name. We will not begin the application process without proper identification on file. Once approved, we will contact you to review pet information, personality, transport dates and locations. Next, you will be emailed an Adoption Contract and Invoice from Wagtopia.
Adopting a dog in Diamondhead
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 Diamondhead
How many dogs are up for adoption in Diamondhead?
As of November 4, 2026, 7 dogs and puppies are listed for adoption within 50 miles of Diamondhead, Mississippi, by 2 rescues and shelters. The list is updated every day.
Where can I adopt a dog in Diamondhead?
The rescues with the most dogs near Diamondhead right now are New Orleans German Shepherd Rescue (New Orleans, LA) and For Pet's Sake Rescue (Long Beach, MS). Each dog above has the rescue's phone number and website.
Are there puppies for adoption in Diamondhead?
Yes. 1 puppy is up for adoption within 50 miles of Diamondhead.
How do I adopt a dog in Diamondhead?
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.
