Dogs for Adoption in Ozark County, MO: 14 Dogs Looking for a Home
By Dogs of the Day · Updated

35 dogs and puppies are waiting for homes at 3 rescues and shelters within 50 miles of the middle of Ozark County. Here are 14 of the newest arrivals, each with photos, their story and how to reach the rescue looking after them.
Of the dogs up for adoption within 50 miles of the middle of Ozark County, 7 puppies, 11 young dogs, 14 adults and 1 senior. The breeds you'll see most are Pit Bull Terrier, Labrador Retriever and Boxer, along with plenty of one-of-a-kind mixes.
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1. Angel
Young · Female · American Pit Bull Terrier (short coat)


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
2. Cayenne
Puppy · Male · Chihuahua / Shih Tzu / Mixed (medium coat)




Cayenne has an interesting back story. He was born 6/15/26 in an Amish breeding kennel, then sent to a pet shop via another breeder. The pet shop rejected Cayenne because he was "too big" (he weighs 7 pounds, 10 ounces) and the breeder then consigned him to a dog auction, where he was purchased into rescue. He is reportedly a cross of a chihuahua and a shih tzu, but only a DNA test can confirm that as he really doesn't look much like either breed.
He is shy but very sweet, and good with other pups. He is microchipped and has been vaccinated and dosed with Nexgard Plus for flea, tick, heartworm and intestinal worm prevention.
Because he is too young to neuter, he will be placed with a neuter contract.
Read more about Cayenne
When proof of surgery is received, adopter will be mailed a rebate check for $50.00
His adoption fee is $250.00
If you would like to adopt Cayenne, email me at thistle88@centurytel.net and request an application.
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
3. Captain
Puppy · Male · Bichon Frise / Poodle (Toy) / Mixed (long coat)




Captain is an adorable little "poochon" puppy - a cross of a poodle and a bichon frise. He was born 7/6/26 in a commercial kennel, then consigned to a dog breeder auction as a potential stud dog. Instead, he was purchased into rescue so he can spend his life as a cherished family member rather than in a breeder's pen.
He is a sweet, friendly, playful baby who gets along well with other pups. He is microchipped and up to date with vaccinations and wormings.
Because he is too young to be neutered, he will be placed with a neuter contract. When proof of surgery is received, adopter will be mailed a rebate check for $50.00
His adoption fee is $350.00
If you would like to adopt Captain, email me at thistle88@centurytel.net and request an application.
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
4. Dancer
Adult · Female · Border Collie / Labrador Retriever / Mixed


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?
5. Penny
Female · Labrador Retriever / Collie / Mixed






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!
Read more about Penny
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
6. Bambi
Adult · Female · Border Terrier / Terrier / Mixed (long coat)



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
7. Peanut Butter
Puppy · Female · Pit Bull Terrier / Mixed






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.
Read more about Peanut Butter
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
8. Timber
Adult · Female · Boxer / Mixed


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.
9. Ice
Young · Female · Hound / Australian Cattle Dog/Blue Heeler / Mixed (short coat)



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
10. Timber
Young · Female · Pit Bull Terrier / Mixed (short coat)


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
11. Ollie
Puppy · Male · Pit Bull Terrier (short coat)




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!
Read more about Ollie
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
12. Moose
Male · Doberman Pinscher / Mixed




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.
Read more about Moose
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
13. Jade
Young · Female · Boxer / Hound / Mixed (short coat)



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.
Read more about Jade
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
14. Onyx
Puppy · Female · Maltese / Poodle (Miniature) / Mixed (long coat)



Onyx is a pretty little maltipoo puppy, born 4/22/26. She was born in a commercial kennel, then consigned to a dog breeder auction as a prospective breeding dog. Instead she was purchased into rescue so she can learn how to be a pet rather than living in a breeder's pen.
She is a very shy little girl and will need an experienced, patient adopter who can teach her that being a lap dog is a GOOD thing. She is sweet and playful and gets along well with other pups and with the barn cats.
Onyx is spayed, microchipped, up to date with vaccinations and wormings and has been dosed with Nexgard Plus for flea, tick, heartworm and intestinal worm prevention. She weighed 6 pounds 2 ounces on 10/28/26.
Her adoption fee is $350.00
If you would like to adopt Onyx, email me at thistle88@centurytel.net and request an application.
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
Rescues and shelters near Ozark County
The rescues with the most dogs listed within 50 miles of the middle of Ozark County.
- Humane Society of North Central ArkansasMountain Home, Ar · 21 dogs
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
How to adopt from Newton County Animal Welfare
Adoption fees $100 Adoption application and contract required. Application is here: https://form.jotform.com/241896349399175
- Thistle Hill RescueMountain View, MO · 3 dogs
Cities and towns in Ozark County
Adopting a dog in Ozark County
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 Ozark County
How many dogs are up for adoption in Ozark County?
As of November 4, 2026, 35 dogs and puppies are listed for adoption within 50 miles of the middle of Ozark County, Missouri, by 3 rescues and shelters. The list is updated every day.
Where can I adopt a dog in Ozark County?
The rescues with the most dogs near Ozark County right now are Humane Society of North Central Arkansas (Mountain Home, Ar), Newton County Animal Welfare (Harrison, AR) and Thistle Hill Rescue (Mountain View, MO). Each dog above has the rescue's phone number and website.
Are there puppies for adoption in Ozark County?
Yes. 7 puppys are up for adoption within 50 miles of the middle of Ozark County.
How do I adopt a dog in Ozark County?
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.