Dogs for Adoption in Duck, NC: 15 Dogs Looking for a Home
27 dogs and puppies are waiting for homes at 2 rescues and shelters within 50 miles of Duck. 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 Duck, 3 puppies, 15 young dogs and 9 adults. The breeds you'll see most are Whippet, Labrador Retriever and Shepherd, along with plenty of one-of-a-kind mixes.
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1. Sophie
Meet Victoria and Sophia! These two beautiful girls are 4 months old and have quite a story.
They were rescued as tiny babies from the streets of Puerto Rico. Their rescuer had originally planned to trap, spay, and release all four puppies because there simply aren't enough homes on the island. She released two, but when it came time to let Victoria and Sophia go, she just couldn't do it. Instead, she brought them home, raised them, and gave them the chance to find loving families of their own.
Read more about Sophie
Victoria looks like a tiny little (currently 12 lb) Shepherd and is expected to stay under 40 pounds full grown. Sophia has a beautiful brindle coat and is currently 16 pounds, so she may grow closer to 45 pounds.
Both girls are spayed, vaccinated, and on NexGard and Interceptor Plus. They walk nicely on a leash and are already learning their basic manners, including sit and stay. Their rescuer also speaks English, so we can share more about their time in her home and answer questions.
These girls were lucky enough to get a second chance. Now they just need families to make their futures complete!
Apply to adopt: https://caribbeanpaws.rescuegroups.org/forms/form?formid=7208
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
2. Victoria
Meet Victoria and Sophia! These two beautiful girls are 4 months old and have quite a story.
They were rescued as tiny babies from the streets of Puerto Rico. Their rescuer had originally planned to trap, spay, and release all four puppies because there simply aren't enough homes on the island. She released two, but when it came time to let Victoria and Sophia go, she just couldn't do it. Instead, she brought them home, raised them, and gave them the chance to find loving families of their own.
Read more about Victoria
Victoria looks like a tiny little (currently 12 lb) Shepherd and is expected to stay under 40 pounds full grown. Sophia has a beautiful brindle coat and is currently 16 pounds, so she may grow closer to 45 pounds.
Both girls are spayed, vaccinated, and on NexGard and Interceptor Plus. They walk nicely on a leash and are already learning their basic manners, including sit and stay. Their rescuer also speaks English, so we can share more about their time in her home and answer questions.
These girls were lucky enough to get a second chance. Now they just need families to make their futures complete!
Apply to adopt: https://caribbeanpaws.rescuegroups.org/forms/form?formid=7208
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
3. Audrey
Audrey is a sweet submissive girl adjusting to life in a foster home versus the shelter she came from in PR. 5 months old 20 lbs female She is very comfortable outside and loves other respectful dogs. She is currently in foster with a cat and other dogs. She could learn to navigate kids. She may keep a healthy distance from kids at first until she gets used to them. Audrey will be spayed when the vet says she is old enough. (Probably next month) and her spay is included in her $395 adoption fee. She is enjoying getting love and is happy to have a a bowl of food all to herself for the first time in her life. She loves squeaker toys and hasn't discovered bones yet.
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
4. Sari
❤️ SARI AND SAM ARE LOOKING FOR THEIR ADOPTION OPPORTUNITY! ❤️
Two beautiful 5-month-old puppies are waiting for that family to open the doors of their home and, above all, their heart.
Sari: 5 months, 23 lb, female (FS).
Sam: 5 months, 24 lb, male (MS).
Both have their vaccinations up to date.
They deserve to grow surrounded by love, care, and a family that considers them part of it.
Would you like to give them a chance?
Adoption saves lives. Help us share so that Sari and Sam can find their forever home!
- Good with dogs
5. Sam
❤️ SARI AND SAM ARE LOOKING FOR THEIR ADOPTION OPPORTUNITY! ❤️
Two beautiful 5-month-old puppies are waiting for that family to open the doors of their home and, above all, their heart.
Sari: 5 months, 23 lb, female (FS).
Sam: 5 months, 24 lb, male (MS).
Both have their vaccinations up to date.
They deserve to grow surrounded by love, care, and a family that considers them part of it.
Would you like to give them a chance?
Adoption saves lives. Help us share so that Sari and Sam can find their forever home!
- Good with dogs
6. Junior
Apply to adopt through Caribbean Paws Adoption Network:
https://caribbeanpaws.rescuegroups.org/forms/form?formid=7208
Please share her story and help us find Paulina her forever home!
Caribbean Paws Adoption Network
Bringing Island Hearts to Mainland Homes.
- Good with dogs
7. Jacky
Apply to adopt through Caribbean Paws Adoption Network:
https://caribbeanpaws.rescuegroups.org/forms/form?formid=7208
Please share her story and help us find Paulina her forever home!
Caribbean Paws Adoption Network
Bringing Island Hearts to Mainland Homes.
- Good with dogs
8. Brad
Meet Barbie, Briana, Becky, and Brad! Four little lives that deserve a chance at a beautiful future.
These precious white puppies and their mama were found abandoned on the streets of Puerto Rico. Nothing breaks our hearts more than finding a new mom trying to survive while caring for her tiny babies with no safe place to call home.
Thankfully, we were able to bring the whole family into our network of care. Mama and her four little ones are now safe, and we are working through their veterinary protocol so the puppies can travel to the States when they are around 3 months old.
Read more about Brad
Mom is a small girl, so we suspect these babies will be on the smaller side, too. We will know more about their personalities and sizes as they grow and settle in.
In the meantime, they are in wonderful hands with a foster who incorporates humane education into her Puerto Rican middle school classroom! These puppies will have the opportunity to be well cared for, socialized, and introduced to a world of kindness as they prepare for their journey.
From the streets of Puerto Rico to the possibility of loving forever homes, their story is just beginning.
Stay tuned as Barbie, Briana, Becky, Brad, and their mama grow and get ready for their next chapter!
Caribbean Paws Adoption Network
Bringing Island Hearts to Mainland Homes.
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
9. Becky
Meet Barbie, Briana, Becky, and Brad! Four little lives that deserve a chance at a beautiful future.
These precious white puppies and their mama were found abandoned on the streets of Puerto Rico. Nothing breaks our hearts more than finding a new mom trying to survive while caring for her tiny babies with no safe place to call home.
Thankfully, we were able to bring the whole family into our network of care. Mama and her four little ones are now safe, and we are working through their veterinary protocol so the puppies can travel to the States when they are around 3 months old.
Read more about Becky
Mom is a small girl, so we suspect these babies will be on the smaller side, too. We will know more about their personalities and sizes as they grow and settle in.
In the meantime, they are in wonderful hands with a foster who incorporates humane education into her Puerto Rican middle school classroom! These puppies will have the opportunity to be well cared for, socialized, and introduced to a world of kindness as they prepare for their journey.
From the streets of Puerto Rico to the possibility of loving forever homes, their story is just beginning.
Stay tuned as Barbie, Briana, Becky, Brad, and their mama grow and get ready for their next chapter!
Caribbean Paws Adoption Network
Bringing Island Hearts to Mainland Homes.
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
10. Chloe
Chloe is a cute, fun, affectionate little girl. She is an 10 month old 19 lb spayed female seeking an active family to call her own. She would love to run and play with her people or another dog. She enjoys the company of other dogs and children. This sweet thing shares toys and food nicely with
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
11. Jerry
Tom and Jerry need fosters! We thought we had a foster lined up but plans changed. Please let us know if you can help with these tiny sweethearts. These little boys are so good! They aren’t too demanding, they are playful and love to snuggle. Please message us if you can help.
Read more about Jerry
Tom and Jerry are two adorable white Chihuahua mix puppies who deserve a chance at the happy lives every puppy should have. These little boys were dumped on the streets of Puerto Rico as newborns after their owner discovered that their dog had given birth. Thankfully, they survived and are now getting the care they need to begin a new chapter. Their mama is only about 10 to 15 pounds, but since we don’t know who dad was, we can only guess what size these boys will be when they grow up! Our math says they will be 16-20 lbs full grown. Tom and Jerry are friendly little guys who love being around people. We promised their rescuer we would fly them to the States, where they would have the opportunity to find loving families and experience the safety, comfort, and security every dog deserves. Their story started with abandonment, but we hope the next chapter will be filled with love, soft beds, full bellies, and forever homes.
Dog Adoption Application
https://caribbeanpaws.rescuegroups.org/forms/form?formid=7208
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
12. Gummy
Meet Gummy, Galileo, and Gabo!
These adorable siblings will be traveling all the way from Puerto Rico in search of something every dog deserves... a family to call their own.
At just 4½ months old and about 15 pounds, they're the perfect age to begin their next adventure. Old enough to start learning good manners, young enough to grow up alongside their forever family.
Each puppy has their own unique look and personality, but they all share the same loving, playful spirit. They are curious about the world, eager to learn, and ready to trade shelter life for soft beds, toys, belly rubs, and family adventures.
Read more about Gummy
One of the things that makes this litter extra special is how unique they all are. From Gabo's striking blue eye to Galileo's handsome markings and Gummy's sweet expression, each pup is one of a kind.
✨ Meet the G Litter:
Gummy
A sweet, affectionate girl who loves attention and is always ready to make a new friend.
Galileo
A confident, playful boy who enjoys exploring and is eager to learn.
Gabo
A happy, outgoing boy with stunning blue eye and a personality as unforgettable as his looks.
All three puppies are:
Approximately 4½ months old
Around 15 pounds
Current on age-appropriate vaccinations
Social and affectionate
Playful and curious
Ready to begin training with their forever family
Like all puppies, they'll need patience, consistency, and continued training as they grow. The time you invest now will be rewarded with years of love, loyalty, and companionship.
Every adoption gives a rescued Puerto Rican puppy the future they deserve while opening space to save another dog in need.
Adoption Fee: $395 which includes spay/neuter
Could Gummy, Galileo, or Gabo be the newest member of your family? Apply today and come meet these incredible pups! ❤️
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
13. Galileo
Meet Gummy, Galileo, and Gabo!
These adorable siblings will be traveling all the way from Puerto Rico in search of something every dog deserves... a family to call their own.
At just 8 months old and about 25 pounds, they're the perfect age to begin their next adventure. Old enough to start learning good manners, young enough to grow up alongside their forever family.
Each puppy has their own unique look and personality, but they all share the same loving, playful spirit. They are curious about the world, eager to learn, and ready to trade shelter life for soft beds, toys, belly rubs, and family adventures.
Read more about Galileo
One of the things that makes this litter extra special is how unique they all are. From Gabo's striking blue eye to Galileo's handsome markings and Gummy's sweet expression, each pup is one of a kind.
Meet the G Litter:
Gummy
A sweet, affectionate girl who loves attention and is always ready to make a new friend.
Galileo
A confident, playful boy who enjoys exploring and is eager to learn.
Gabo
A happy, outgoing boy with stunning blue eye and a personality as unforgettable as his looks.
All three puppies are:
Current on age-appropriate vaccinations
Social and affectionate
Playful and curious
Ready to begin training with their forever family
Like all puppies, they'll need patience, consistency, and continued training as they grow. The time you invest now will be rewarded with years of love, loyalty, and companionship.
Every adoption gives a rescued Puerto Rican puppy the future they deserve while opening space to save another dog in need.
Adoption Fee: $395, which includes spay/neuter
Could Gummy, Galileo, or Gabo be the newest member of your family? Apply today and come meet these incredible pups! ❤️
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
14. Gabo
Meet Gummy, Galileo, and Gabo!
These adorable siblings will be traveling all the way from Puerto Rico in search of something every dog deserves... a family to call their own.
At just 8 months old and about 25 pounds, they're the perfect age to begin their next adventure. Old enough to start learning good manners, young enough to grow up alongside their forever family.
Each puppy has their own unique look and personality, but they all share the same loving, playful spirit. They are curious about the world, eager to learn, and ready to trade shelter life for soft beds, toys, belly rubs, and family adventures.
Read more about Gabo
One of the things that makes this litter extra special is how unique they all are. From Gabo's striking blue eye to Galileo's handsome markings and Gummy's sweet expression, each pup is one of a kind.
✨ Meet the G Litter:
Gummy
A sweet, affectionate girl who loves attention and is always ready to make a new friend.
Galileo
A confident, playful boy who enjoys exploring and is eager to learn.
Gabo
A happy, outgoing boy with stunning blue eye and a personality as unforgettable as his looks.
All three puppies are:
Current on age-appropriate vaccinations
Social and affectionate
Playful and curious
Ready to begin training with their forever family
Like all puppies, they'll need patience, consistency, and continued training as they grow. The time you invest now will be rewarded with years of love, loyalty, and companionship.
Every adoption gives a rescued Puerto Rican puppy the future they deserve while opening space to save another dog in need.
Adoption Fee: $395 which includes spay/neuter
Could Gummy, Galileo, or Gabo be the newest member of your family? Apply today and come meet these incredible pups! ❤️
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
15. 4015
ON MEDICAL HOLD: my teeth were so bad that I have need another surgical procedures to remove the infection. Please donate if you can. My bill is already 2552.00 and I still need more work done.
Frankie is an 8.9 year old fawn female pug. She is doing great with the pugs in her foster home. She is fine as an only pug or with other dogs. She has no experience with cats. Frankie has dry eye syndrome and pigmentary keratitis so she will need prescription eye drops twice a day for life. She does have limited vision because of this but get along great. She also has a chicken allergy and is doing great on the fish based dog food.
Frankie is spayed, microchipped, up to date on routine shots, heartworm negative and on prevention.
Frankie is fostered in Virginia Beach, VA Please put in your adoption application on our website www.pugrescuenc.org under the available pug tab.
Read more about 4015
Her adoption fee is $350.00.
ALL PUGS MUST BE INDOOR DOGS.
We only adopt to NC, VA and surrounding states.
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
Rescues and shelters near Duck
The rescues with the most dogs listed within 50 miles of Duck.
- Island Dog Adoption NetworkVirginia Beach, VA · 26 dogs · 41 mi from Duck
How to adopt from Island Dog Adoption Network
Potential adopters/fosters will complete an application, have an interview with one of our volunteers, once approved, they can schedule meet and greets with our available dogs. All adoptions are trial at first, once finalized a contract will be signed. We require spay or neuter of all animals. Most adoptions are $395.
- Pug Rescue of North Carolina, Inc.Elizabeth City, NC · 1 dog · 50 mi from Duck
How to adopt from Pug Rescue of North Carolina, Inc.
Adoption Application required: Placement Fees: $250.00 ( dogs 6 years & under ) $125.00 ( dogs 7 years and up ) $400.00 ( puppies 6 months of age or under ) special contracts apply-please keep in mind, puppies rarely come into our rescue system Some times we may waive the placement fee on pugs who have special needs if we find the prefect family
Adopting a dog in Duck
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.
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 Duck
How many dogs are up for adoption in Duck?
As of November 4, 2026, 27 dogs and puppies are listed for adoption within 50 miles of Duck, North Carolina, by 2 rescues and shelters. The list is updated every day.
Where can I adopt a dog in Duck?
The rescues with the most dogs near Duck right now are Island Dog Adoption Network (Virginia Beach, VA) and Pug Rescue of North Carolina, Inc. (Elizabeth City, NC). Each dog above has the rescue's phone number and website.
Are there puppies for adoption in Duck?
Yes. 3 puppys are up for adoption within 50 miles of Duck.
How do I adopt a dog in Duck?
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.