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Dogs for Adoption in Kirbyville, MO: 15 Dogs Looking for a Home

Flower, up for adoption near Kirbyville, MO

36 dogs and puppies are waiting for homes at 4 rescues and shelters within 50 miles of Kirbyville. Here are the 15 nearest, each with photos, their story and how to reach the rescue looking after them.

Of the dogs up for adoption within 50 miles of Kirbyville, 4 puppies, 11 young dogs, 16 adults and 1 senior. The breeds you'll see most are Pit Bull Terrier, Hound and Labrador Retriever, along with plenty of one-of-a-kind mixes.

1. Flower

Adult (5 years 2 months) · Female · Shetland Sheepdog Sheltie (long coat) · 24 mi from Kirbyville

FLOWER is a sweet 25# bi-black female sheltie that was surrendered by her family when human health issues made it hard for them to care for her. More personality information will be shared as she becomes comfortable and blossoms in her foster home. Her vetting (dental) will be complete after Oct. 28th. FENCED YARD mandatory.

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Adopt Flower fromSheltie Shack Rescue, Shell Knob, MissouriShell Knob, MO · listed Oct 23

2. Frank

6 Months · Male · Hound / Labrador Retriever / Mixed · 25 mi from Kirbyville

Meet Frank, a 6-month-old bundle of cuteness who is convinced that life is meant for playing, snuggling, and making new friends!
Frank and his brothers, Jones and Wright, came into rescue from an overcrowded property, but those days are behind them! Frank is making up for lost time by enjoying all the things a puppy should—wrestling with his brothers, exploring his surroundings, and finding the perfect spot to crash when his puppy battery runs out.
We suspect Frank has a little low-rider breed in his family tree, and those adorable short legs just make him that much more irresistible!
But there's more to Frank than his cute looks. He's a loving boy who enjoys human attention just as much as playtime. He's ready for a family who will teach him new things, include him in their adventures, and show him what being a cherished family member is all about.
Thank you for checking out our wonderful orphans. If you would like to find out more please email or call Diane at...diane@ulpr.org or 870-577-3744.

Read more about Frank

Please email us at diane@ulpr.org and request an application.

  • Good with kids
  • Good with dogs
Adopt Frank fromUnconditional Love Pet RescueGreen Forest, AR · listed Oct 26

3. Wright

5 Months 28 Days · Male · Hound / Labrador Retriever / Mixed (short coat) · 25 mi from Kirbyville

At just 6 months old, Wright has already come a long way! What started as a rough beginning has turned into a beautiful transformation. This sweet boy has blossomed into a happy, playful, and affectionate puppy who is ready to find his forever family!
Wright loves spending his days romping around with his brothers, Jones and Frank, getting into typical puppy shenanigans, and then curling up for a well-deserved nap. When he's not busy playing, he's looking for someone to shower him with attention and affection!
And can we talk about those adorable little legs?! Wright appears to have some "low rider" breed mixed in, giving him an extra dose of cuteness with his shorter legs and longer body!
Wright is ready to leave his rough past behind and start his next chapter with a family who will love him as much as he'll love them. He's got plenty of puppy energy, a heart full of love, and a whole lot of personality packed into those little legs!
Thank you for checking out our wonderful orphans. If you would like to find out more please email or call Diane at...diane@ulpr.org or 870-577-3744.

Read more about Wright

Please email us at diane@ulpr.org and request an application.

  • Good with kids
  • Good with dogs
Adopt Wright fromUnconditional Love Pet RescueGreen Forest, AR · listed Oct 26

4. Joker & Jedi

Adult (2 years) · Male · Great Pyrenees (long coat) · 25 mi from Kirbyville

Joker and Jedi are two brothers, estimated to be around 2 years old, who have been through more together than any dogs should have to endure. They were abandoned and left to survive on their own, relying on each other every step of the way. We believe Joker was even hit by a car during that time—but through it all, these two brothers never left each other’s side.
Today, their story looks very different. Safe at the rescue, Joker and Jedi have shown us just how incredible they are. Despite everything they’ve experienced, they are outgoing, loving, and full of joy. In fact, their friendly personalities are so wonderful that they now help us socialize other dogs and show them that people—and life—can be pretty great.
These brothers love spending time outside exploring and enjoying the day, but with all that fur, they know when it’s time to head inside! Once the temperatures rise, you’ll find them happily stretched out in the air conditioning, relaxing with their favorite humans.
Joker and Jedi are the definition of resilience. They survived together, healed together, and now they’re ready for the best chapter of their story—a life filled with love, comfort, and a family of their own.
After everything they’ve been through, these boys deserve nothing less than happily ever after.
Thank you for checking out our wonderful orphans. If you would like to find out more please email or call Diane at...diane@ulpr.org or 870-577-3744.

Read more about Joker & Jedi

Please email us at diane@ulpr.org and request an application.

  • Good with kids
  • Good with dogs
  • Adopt together
Adopt Joker & Jedi fromUnconditional Love Pet RescueGreen Forest, AR · listed Aug 21

5. Angel

Young · Female · American Pit Bull Terrier (short coat) · 27 mi from Kirbyville

Angel is a gentle, sweet, easygoing girl with so much love to give. Despite a difficult start marked by neglect and starvation, she still greets people with an open heart. She’s spayed, gaining weight, learning new things, and enjoying time with her pack of friends.

Through everything she endured, Angel was a loving mama. Sadly, only one of her puppies survived. Her little one, Peanut Butter, is also looking for a forever home.

Now it’s Angel’s turn to be cherished. This deserving girl is ready for a loving family who will spoil her with kindness, comfort, and a lifetime of love.

  • Good with kids
  • Good with dogs
Adopt Angel fromNewton County Animal WelfareHarrison, AR · listed Nov 2

6. Penny

Female · Labrador Retriever / Collie / Mixed · 27 mi from Kirbyville

Meet Penny!

Sweet, playful, and full of love, Penny is ready to find a family of her very own! Found as a stray in Hasty, this beautiful young Lab/Collie mix has a heart of gold.

Penny absolutely adores people, gets along great with other dogs, and loves nothing more than being part of the pack! Penny has the perfect balance of playful energy and gentle manners.

She's still young and loves to have fun, but she's also sweet, well-behaved, and eager to please. She already knows “sit” and “come” and would love a family who can teach her even more!

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Most of all, Penny wants to be where her people are. She would thrive as an indoor companion, sharing everyday adventures, playtime, and plenty of love with her forever family.

If you're looking for a loyal, loving best friend with a playful spirit and a heart of gold, Penny might just be your perfect match!

Please note: Penny is one of our courtesy listings, which means she's being cared for by an independent foster home and we're happy to help spread the word to find her the right family. Her foster knows her best, so they handle her care, adoption screening, and placement decisions. If you're interested in Penny, reach out to us and we'll pass your inquiry along to her caretaker.

  • Good with kids
  • Good with dogs
Adopt Penny fromNewton County Animal WelfareHarrison, AR · listed Oct 18Courtesy listing: Penny's family is rehoming her through this rescue.

7. Bambi

Adult · Female · Border Terrier / Terrier / Mixed (long coat) · 27 mi from Kirbyville

Bambi is a sweet, gentle girl who adores the women in her life. She is very uncomfortable around men and would be ideal for a single woman or an all-female household, with no men visiting often. Calm kids 12 and up are probably fine.

She’ll need an adopter who lets her settle in at her own pace.

She’s a little thing, probably under 15 lbs, and she’s vaccinated, spayed, and ready to be someone’s cherished companion!

  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
Adopt Bambi fromNewton County Animal WelfareHarrison, AR · listed Sep 24

8. Peanut Butter

Puppy · Female · Pit Bull Terrier / Mixed · 27 mi from Kirbyville

This sweet little chocolate-and-peanut-butter brindle puppy is looking for a forever OR foster home!

Originally part of a large litter born to a very friendly but extremely neglected and abandoned mama dog, Peanut Butter is sadly the lone survivor from the litter, but she is currently in a place with many other dogs and cats, so she is still being socialized with other animals.

Peanut Butter is described by her caretaker as “shy, but friendly” – and they said that she LOVES the kiddy pool! She loves to soak herself, roll around, and play with the hose.

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Currently living in a large pack, Peanut is still young enough that she is moldable, and training and socialization should go far. She just needs a safe, comfortable home where she can get some exposure to potential adopters looking to add a sweet girl to their household.

Peanut Butter is vaccinated and will be spayed before being adopted or fostered.

Let us know if you’d like more information on Peanut Butter!

P.S. Peanut Butter’s mama is also available for adoption!

  • Good with kids
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
Adopt Peanut Butter fromNewton County Animal WelfareHarrison, AR · listed Sep 24

9. Ice

Young · Female · Hound / Australian Cattle Dog/Blue Heeler / Mixed (short coat) · 27 mi from Kirbyville

Meet Ice! ❄️

This gorgeous girl has the most beautiful blue eyes and a personality to match. We’re guessing Ice may be a hound mixed with Aussie and/or cattle dog, giving her a fun combination of smarts, energy, and sweetness.

Ice is estimated to be around 2 years old. She’s friendly, intelligent, and gets along well with other dogs. She’d love a home where she can be part of the family, stay active, and get plenty of love and attention.

If you’re looking for a bright, beautiful companion with a sweet nature, Ice may be your girl!

  • Good with kids
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
Adopt Ice fromNewton County Animal WelfareHarrison, AR · listed Sep 10

10. Timber

Young · Female · Pit Bull Terrier / Mixed (short coat) · 27 mi from Kirbyville

Timber is a sweet, easygoing girl and beautiful brindle girl who enjoys spending time with the other dogs in her pack, especially a young rescue pup who she has taken under her wing.

She was originally found as a stray in a rural area along with her siblings and is now ready to find a loving home of her own.

Timber would love a family where she can feel safe, be part of the everyday routine, and enjoy plenty of companionship. She’s a gentle girl who’s simply looking for a happy place to call home.

  • Good with kids
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
Adopt Timber fromNewton County Animal WelfareHarrison, AR · listed Sep 10

11. Ollie

Puppy · Male · Pit Bull Terrier (short coat) · 27 mi from Kirbyville

Meet Ollie!

Ollie is a sweet young bully breed pup, estimated to be around 7–8 months old, who is looking for a loving home of his own.

This handsome boy was sadly abandoned near our home and left to starve in the wilderness. Since then, he’s been nursed back to health, neutered, and fully vaccinated - and through it all, he has remained an incredibly good boy.

Ollie is crate trained and already knows “sit” and “down.” He’s still just a puppy, so he has lots of growing and learning ahead of him, but he’s off to a wonderful start and is ready for someone to give him the happy life he deserves!

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If you think Ollie might be a good fit for your family please contact us for more information!

Please note: Ollie is one of our courtesy listings, which means he's being cared for by an independent foster home and we're happy to help spread the word to find him the right family. His foster knows him best, so they handle his care, adoption screening, and placement decisions. If you're interested in Ollie, reach out to us and we'll pass your inquiry along to his caretaker with our recommendation.

  • Good with kids
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Ollie fromNewton County Animal WelfareHarrison, AR · listed Sep 10

12. Moose

Male · Doberman Pinscher / Mixed · 27 mi from Kirbyville

Moose is a two-year-old mixed-breed, handsome black-and-tan boy weighing about 72 pounds. He came to us at four months old from a breeding situation, along with two siblings.

Indoors, Moose is a calm, shy, and sweet dog who settles easily. He enjoys petting, napping on the sofa, and spending time outside exploring his world. He loves to play and run, making him a great match for an active family.

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Moose is good on a leash, comes when called, and is crate trained and buzz-collar trained. He does well with other dogs. He has been exposed to cats and teenage children; while he has chased a cat in the past, he is warming up to cats. Moose would do best in a home with older children.

If you are interested in a meet and greet with Moose, please fill out an adoption application on our website. Once reviewed, you will be contacted.

A meet and greet and home inspection are required for local adopters.

  • Good with kids
  • Good with dogs
  • House-trained
Adopt Moose fromNewton County Animal WelfareHarrison, AR · listed Sep 4

13. Jade

Young · Female · Boxer / Hound / Mixed (short coat) · 27 mi from Kirbyville

Jade was found living in the woods of rural Newton County with a group of dogs, likely her littermates. After months of looking out for herself and her pack, she's figured out how to survive. Now she needs someone to teach her how to be a house dog.

Jade lives with a large pack currently and generally gets along with most dogs, though she can be bossy and pushy with some, especially other females. She's also vocal and will bark to announce strangers, but she listens and backs off when she's corrected. A meet-and-greet with any resident dogs is required, and she'll do best with someone who can give her consistent structure.

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Jade is smart and responds to correction, so with a dedicated person and some regular training she should come along quickly. She's still young, with an adorable slight underbite and pretty moo-cow patches, and she has everything she needs to become a spoiled, well-mannered family dog. She just needs someone to step up and adopt or foster her!

  • No cats
Adopt Jade fromNewton County Animal WelfareHarrison, AR · listed Sep 4

14. Dancer

Adult · Female · Border Collie / Labrador Retriever / Mixed · 47 mi from Kirbyville

Hi, I'm Dancer! I'm a sweet, friendly, and curious girl. I'm independent, too. I like to explore new places and sniff out interesting things. I'm gentle with everyone I meet and I'm brave when I need to be. I'm mellow, so I don't mind just hanging out and relaxing. I love to play, and I'm always up for a game of fetch or tug-of-war. I'm a bit shy at first, but once I get to know you, I'm super cuddly. I would love to find a forever home where I can continue to be my playful, curious self. I promise to be a loyal and loving companion. I may be a little shy, but I have a big heart. Will you be my new best friend?

Adopt Dancer fromHumane Society of North Central ArkansasMountain Home, Ar · listed Oct 24

15. Timber

Adult · Female · Boxer / Mixed · 47 mi from Kirbyville

Hi! I'm Timber. I love spending my days playing with my favorite toys and learning new tricks. I'm always ready for a cuddle or a gentle walk. I've made many friends here, both human and furry, but I dream of a forever home where I can share all my love and loyalty. I'm the perfect companion for someone who needs a sweet friend to share life's simple joys. If you're looking for unconditional love, I'm your dog! Let's make wonderful memories together.

Adopt Timber fromHumane Society of North Central ArkansasMountain Home, Ar · listed Sep 12

Rescues and shelters near Kirbyville

The rescues with the most dogs listed within 50 miles of Kirbyville.

  • Humane Society of North Central ArkansasMountain Home, Ar · 21 dogs · 47 mi from Kirbyville
    How to adopt from Humane Society of North Central Arkansas

    Contract requiring proper care of the animal including: food, water, shelter, medical care, basic vaccinations. Adoption fees

  • Newton County Animal WelfareHarrison, AR · 11 dogs · 27 mi from Kirbyville
    How to adopt from Newton County Animal Welfare

    Adoption fees $100 Adoption application and contract required. Application is here: https://form.jotform.com/241896349399175

  • Unconditional Love Pet RescueGreen Forest, AR · 3 dogs · 25 mi from Kirbyville
  • Sheltie Shack Rescue, Shell Knob, MissouriShell Knob, MO · 1 dog · 24 mi from Kirbyville
    How to adopt from Sheltie Shack Rescue, Shell Knob, Missouri

    Our Process Our emphasis at Sheltie Shack Rescue is placed on the quality of our adoptions rather than quantity of adoptions completed. We are not in the business of selling pets and as such we are not a cash and carry rescue. When we refer to a "fur♥ever home" we expect a lifelong commitment to the adoptive dog you have chosen to adopt. Our adoption process is designed to help carefully match a pet with both your lifestyle and well as their individual needs in mind. This can take some time, but using this method has produced a high success rate of happy adoptions. Our goal is to have this be a happy and certainly the final happy home for our sheltie. Adopting a New Companion If you are applying for one of our dogs from out of state, please note that we DO NOT SHIP OUR DOGS. If you are truly interested in adopting from Sheltie Shack Rescue you must be willing to make the trip to meet us and your potential new family member. We expect the entire family to come, including any other current canine companions, as there is no other way to assure compatibility of all family members. We have had many successful out of state adoptions and encourage you to apply if you can comply with these travel requirements. We do not place our dogs in homes where current pets are not properly vaccinated, not on heartworm preventative or not spayed or neutered unless there is a medical reason for not doing so or the dog is actively being shown in conformation. We only place do

Adopting a dog in Kirbyville

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 Kirbyville

How many dogs are up for adoption in Kirbyville?

As of November 4, 2026, 36 dogs and puppies are listed for adoption within 50 miles of Kirbyville, Missouri, by 4 rescues and shelters. The list is updated every day.

Where can I adopt a dog in Kirbyville?

The rescues with the most dogs near Kirbyville right now are Humane Society of North Central Arkansas (Mountain Home, Ar), Newton County Animal Welfare (Harrison, AR) and Unconditional Love Pet Rescue (Green Forest, AR). Each dog above has the rescue's phone number and website.

Are there puppies for adoption in Kirbyville?

Yes. 4 puppys are up for adoption within 50 miles of Kirbyville.

How do I adopt a dog in Kirbyville?

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.