Puppies for Adoption in Springfield, MO: 10 Puppies Looking for a Home
By Dogs of the Day · Updated

Rescues and shelters within 100 miles of Springfield have 18 puppies up for adoption. Here are the 10 newest, each with photos, their story and how to reach the rescue looking after them.
Puppies are usually the first to be adopted, so if one catches your eye, get in touch with the rescue soon.
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1. Cayenne
Puppy · Male · Chihuahua / Shih Tzu / Mixed (medium coat) · 88 mi from Springfield




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
2. Captain
Puppy · Male · Bichon Frise / Poodle (Toy) / Mixed (long coat) · 88 mi from Springfield




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
3. Spirit
Puppy · Female · Labrador Retriever / Pit Bull Terrier / Mixed · 31 mi from Springfield


Meet Spirit, United, Delta, and Jet Blue! These four little flyers are ready for their next big adventure - and this time, they're hoping it's a one-way trip to their forever home! They may be small, but they're ready to take your heart on a first-class journey filled with puppy kisses, cuddles, and plenty of fun! If you're interested in adopting me, fill out an adoption application online at www.polkcountyhumanesociety.org/adopt where you will also find a link to reserve me for an appointment. Some pets are in foster homes or may already have an appointment scheduled, so the appointment is important to make sure I will be available to meet you when you come.Polk County Humane Society is located in Bolivar, Missouri, but also makes transports to the Denver, CO, Des Moines, IA and St.
Read more about Spirit
Louis areas twice monthly. For potential adopters in those areas, we can do a virtual visit using FaceTime or another app. Just request an appointment using the same link, but note that you want the visit to be virtual. We will call you at the time of the visit once it is confirmed. For long distance transports to Colorado and Iowa, there is an additional $100 fee to cover the cost of the transport ($65) and a health certificate from a veterinarian ($35). For transports to St. Louis, the additional fee is $50 to help cover gas. Going that last mile home for our sweet pets!All of our pets are neutered or spayed, have vaccinations appropriate for their age, treated with flea/tick/heartworm prevention, dewormed and dogs are also microchipped. #adoptdontshop
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
4. Peanut Butter
Puppy · Female · Pit Bull Terrier / Mixed · 67 mi from Springfield






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
5. Eilish
Puppy · Female · Australian Cattle Dog/Blue Heeler · 31 mi from Springfield


Meet The Pop Icons Litter — eight chart topping cuties ready to steal the spotlight and your heart. Their mom is a loyal, intelligent Blue Heeler, and dad is believed to be a Cane Corso mix, giving these babies the perfect blend of brains, brawn, and big time charm. If you're interested in adopting me, please fill out an application at www.polkcountyhumanesociety.org/adopt. You can also reserve an appointment to meet me. Some pets are in foster homes or may already have visits scheduled, so appointments help ensure I’ll be available. Polk County Humane Society is located in Bolivar, Missouri, and we welcome adopters from any state. We have access to a transport to Aurora, CO. Other out of state adopters either travel to Missouri or arrange & pay for air transport. Virtual meet and greets are available on the appointment request.
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
6. Beyonce
Puppy · Female · Australian Cattle Dog/Blue Heeler · 31 mi from Springfield


Meet The Pop Icons Litter — eight chart topping cuties ready to steal the spotlight and your heart. Their mom is a loyal, intelligent Blue Heeler, and dad is believed to be a Cane Corso mix, giving these babies the perfect blend of brains, brawn, and big time charm.Interested in adding me to your family? Complete an adoption application at www.polkcountyhumanesociety.org/adopt. You can also schedule an appointment to meet me. Some pets are in foster homes or may already have meet-and-greets scheduled, so appointments help ensure I'll be available when you arrive.Polk County Humane Society is located in Bolivar, Missouri, but we happily consider adopters from across the United States.
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If you're not local, you're welcome to travel here to adopt or arrange transportation. All transportation arrangements and expenses are the responsibility of the adopter. Virtual meet-and-greets are available.
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
7. Grande
Puppy · Male · Australian Cattle Dog/Blue Heeler · 31 mi from Springfield


Meet The Pop Icons Litter — eight chart topping cuties ready to steal the spotlight and your heart. Their mom is a loyal, intelligent Blue Heeler, and dad is believed to be a Cane Corso mix, giving these babies the perfect blend of brains, brawn, and big time charm. If you're interested in adopting me, please fill out an application at www.polkcountyhumanesociety.org/adopt. You can also reserve an appointment to meet me. Some pets are in foster homes or may already have visits scheduled, so appointments help ensure I’ll be available. Polk County Humane Society is located in Bolivar, Missouri, and we welcome adopters from any state. We have access to a transport to Aurora, CO. Other out of state adopters either travel to Missouri or arrange & pay for air transport. Virtual meet and greets are available on the appointment request.
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
8. Billie
Puppy · Female · Australian Cattle Dog/Blue Heeler · 31 mi from Springfield


Meet The Pop Icons Litter — eight chart topping cuties ready to steal the spotlight and your heart. Their mom is a loyal, intelligent Blue Heeler, and dad is believed to be a Cane Corso mix, giving these babies the perfect blend of brains, brawn, and big time charm.Interested in adding me to your family? Complete an adoption application at www.polkcountyhumanesociety.org/adopt. You can also schedule an appointment to meet me. Some pets are in foster homes or may already have meet-and-greets scheduled, so appointments help ensure I'll be available when you arrive.Polk County Humane Society is located in Bolivar, Missouri, but we happily consider adopters from across the United States.
Read more about Billie
If you're not local, you're welcome to travel here to adopt or arrange transportation. All transportation arrangements and expenses are the responsibility of the adopter. Virtual meet-and-greets are available.
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
9. Ollie
Puppy · Male · Pit Bull Terrier (short coat) · 67 mi from Springfield




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
10. Onyx
Puppy · Female · Maltese / Poodle (Miniature) / Mixed (long coat) · 88 mi from Springfield



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
Adopting a puppy in Springfield
Puppies usually go to their new homes from about eight weeks old, once they're weaned and have had their first vaccinations. Most rescues spay or neuter them before adoption, or include it in the fee.
Ask the rescue how big the puppy is expected to grow and which breeds they think are in the mix, so you can plan for the dog they'll become.
Puppies need a lot of your time: house-training, a few minutes of training every day, several small meals, and someone home often enough to let them out. A puppy class is a good way to start.
Rescues with puppies near Springfield
- Polk County Humane SocietyBolivar, MO · 5 puppies above
- Thistle Hill RescueMountain View, MO · 3 puppies above
- Newton County Animal WelfareHarrison, AR · 2 puppies above
Questions about adopting puppies in Springfield
How many puppies are up for adoption in Springfield?
As of November 4, 2026, rescues and shelters within 100 miles of Springfield, Missouri, have 18 puppies up for adoption. The list is updated every day.
Where can I adopt a puppy in Springfield?
The rescues with the most puppies near Springfield right now are Polk County Humane Society (Bolivar, MO), Thistle Hill Rescue (Mountain View, MO) and Newton County Animal Welfare (Harrison, AR). Each dog above has the rescue's phone number and website.
How old are puppies when they can be adopted?
Usually eight weeks or older, once they're weaned and have had their first vaccinations. Rescues often keep puppies with their mother or in foster care until then.
Listings are updated daily. Rescues are responsible for their own listings; a dog may have been adopted since this page was updated.