Dogs for Adoption in Speed, NC: 20 Dogs Looking for a Home
38 dogs and puppies are waiting for homes at 5 rescues and shelters within 50 miles of Speed. Here are the 20 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 Speed, 3 puppies, 3 young dogs, 18 adults and 6 seniors. The breeds you'll see most are Pit Bull Terrier, German Shepherd and Chihuahua, along with plenty of one-of-a-kind mixes.
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1. Tank
Edgecombe County Animal Shelter is open Mon-Fri 1:30-4:30. The adoption fee is $40 for dogs and cats. This is a mandatory spay/neuter shelter. Options will be reviewed at the time of adoption.
2. Annie
Edgecombe County Animal Shelter is open Mon-Fri 1:30-4:30. The adoption fee is $40 for dogs and cats. This is a mandatory spay/neuter shelter. Options will be reviewed at the time of adoption.
3. Paulie
Edgecombe County Animal Shelter is open Mon-Fri 1:30-4:30. The adoption fee is $40 for dogs and cats. This is a mandatory spay/neuter shelter. Options will be reviewed at the time of adoption.
4. Bianca
Edgecombe County Animal Shelter is open Mon-Fri 1:30-4:30. The adoption fee is $40 for dogs and cats. This is a mandatory spay/neuter shelter. Options will be reviewed at the time of adoption.
- Good with dogs
5. Duke
Edgecombe County Animal Shelter is open Mon-Fri 1:30-4:30. The adoption fee is $40 for dogs and cats. This is a mandatory spay/neuter shelter. Options will be reviewed at the time of adoption.
6. Axel
Edgecombe County Animal Shelter is open Mon-Fri 1:30-4:30. The adoption fee is $40 for dogs and cats. This is a mandatory spay/neuter shelter. Options will be reviewed at the time of adoption.
7. Fetty
Edgecombe County Animal Shelter is open Mon-Fri 1:30-4:30. The adoption fee is $40 for dogs and cats. This is a mandatory spay/neuter shelter. Options will be reviewed at the time of adoption.
8. Amber
Edgecombe County Animal Shelter is open Mon-Fri 1:30-4:30. The adoption fee is $40 for dogs and cats. This is a mandatory spay/neuter shelter. Options will be reviewed at the time of adoption.
9. Flower
Edgecombe County Animal Shelter is open Mon-Fri 1:30-4:30. The adoption fee is $40 for dogs and cats. This is a mandatory spay/neuter shelter. Options will be reviewed at the time of adoption.
10. Brienne
Edgecombe County Animal Shelter is open Mon-Fri 1:30-4:30. The adoption fee is $40 for dogs and cats. This is a mandatory spay/neuter shelter. Options will be reviewed at the time of adoption.
- Good with dogs
11. Elroy
Elroy is a little ray of sunshine wrapped up in one adorable Beagle package! This sweet boy is full of happy wiggles, tail wags, and all the love you could ever ask for. With his cheerful personality and naturally good-natured spirit, Elroy is sure to bring a smile to just about anyone's face.
Whether he's exploring the world with that adorable Beagle nose, soaking up affection, or simply being your little sidekick, Elroy is ready to make every day a little brighter.
Small in size, big in heart, and overflowing with sweetness, this handsome boy is ready to find his forever family!
- Good with dogs
12. Pixie
Pixie is your typical loveable, mischievous beagle! She loves playing with other dogs and tries her best to keep up with the larger dogs. She absolutely loves toys and is content to play with them solo or in a group. Of course, she loves snacks and her beagle nose is usually sniffing for some. She loves human attention and when you start to rub her, she usually flops over on her back and wants a belly rub! Pixie is heartworm positive but it is not contagious to other dogs and is being treated. If you're looking for the bestest girl, you'll find her in Pixie!
- Good with dogs
13. Elvira
Elvira is a sweet girl is full of love, a little spunk, and a whole lot of personality! She enjoys affection and spending time with her people, but she’s also happy doing her own thing. And did we mention her love for toys? Give this girl a toy, and you’ll get to see her playful side shine!
She’s the perfect mix of cuddly and independent, with just enough sass to keep you smiling. Whether she’s soaking up some love, entertaining herself with her favorite toy, or showing off her fun-loving personality, she’s sure to bring plenty of joy to her forever home!
- Good with dogs
14. Dolly
Meet Dolly ❤️
Dolly is a tiny Shih-Tzu girl who has already been through far more than she ever should have. She came to Rainbow Bridge Hospice Rescue as a stray from Guilford County, flea-infested and missing much of her beautiful fur. Despite the neglect she endured, Dolly is still a sweet little girl who deserves nothing but love, patience, and kindness from here on out.
Read more about Dolly
Dolly is estimated to be about 8 years old. She is currently receiving the veterinary care she desperately needed when she arrived. One of our biggest concerns is that Dolly appears to be blind, so she will need a patient and understanding family who can help her feel safe and secure as she learns to navigate her new world.
But being blind doesn't mean Dolly doesn't have plenty of love to give. ❤️ She is a precious little soul who deserves to spend the rest of her life knowing what it feels like to be safe, cherished, and truly loved.
Because of her age and possible vision impairment, Dolly would do best in a quiet, calm home with someone who understands that senior and special-needs dogs may need a little extra time and patience. We are looking for someone who will see past her physical challenges and recognize the wonderful little dog underneath.
Dolly didn't choose to be neglected or abandoned. She didn't ask to arrive at rescue in poor condition. But she now has a chance at the happy ending she deserves.
Could you be Dolly's forever family? ❤️
Dolly is available for adoption through Rainbow Bridge Hospice Rescue. If you can't adopt but would like to help Dolly and the other medically needy senior dogs in our care, donations are always greatly appreciated.
Adoption applications: https://rainbowbridgerescue.org/applications/
Help support Dolly's medical care:
https://www.every.org/rainbow-bridge-hospice-rescue/f/dolly-needs-your-hel
Please share Dolly's story. Her forever person may be out there waiting to find her. ❤️
- Good with dogs
- Special needs
15. Elroy
Sponsor Elroy! ❤️
Elroy is a sweet Yorkie mix who is looking for a sponsor to help provide for his care while he is with Rainbow Bridge Hospice Rescue. Your sponsorship helps cover the costs of food, veterinary care, medications, and the everyday needs of a rescue dog. Elroy is blind, diabetic and requires two injections daily, such a sweet love bug.
Every donation, big or small, makes a difference in Elroy's life and helps us continue giving him the love and care he deserves. ❤️
Would you consider sponsoring Elroy today? Your support means the world to him—and to us!
- Special needs
16. Elvis
Meet Elvis… a tiny senior with a big personality who needs your help ❤️
Everyone, say hello to Elvis — an adorable little 11-year-old Chihuahua who has recently come into the care of Rainbow Bridge Hospice Rescue. While he may be tiny, this little guy has been through a lot and is counting on us to help him get the care he deserves.
Elvis is looking for a special home that understands his needs. He does not do well with children, but he does enjoy the company of small dogs after a proper introduction. Like many senior dogs we take in, Elvis has some medical needs that we now have to address.
Read more about Elvis
Our sweet boy is up to date with his shots and neutered, and he is also dealing with a luxating patella, a condition affecting his knee that can cause discomfort and mobility issues. He also recently had a dental. As always, we are committed to making sure Elvis gets the veterinary care he needs so he can have comfort, stability, and hopefully find the perfect forever home.
He is available for adoption, and the adoption fee is $300; we do not transport dogs. Must be located in the Raleigh and surrounding area.
https://rainbowbridgerescue.org/adopt/ Please complete an application here
- No young kids
- Good with dogs
17. Bo Peep
Meet Bo Peep from the Toy Story Litter! Bo Peep, also known as Breeze, is an 18 week old sweet, playful, high-energy 16-pound girl with a huge personality and an even bigger love for belly rubs. When she wants attention, she’ll walk right up to you with her ears tucked back, sit patiently, and the moment you reach down to pet her, she’ll roll onto her back and happily accept belly rubs for as long as you’re willing to give them!
Read more about Bo Peep
She loves to play and is great at entertaining herself with toys, but she also loves interactive play with her people and another dog. Bo Peep has lots of puppy energy, so she would do best with an active household, likely one with another dog, that can give her plenty of playtime, exercise, enrichment, and attention. She currently lives with children.
Bo Peep is doing very well with her training. She already knows “sit” and “down,” is crate trained, and sleeps comfortably in her crate through the night. Her potty training is also coming along nicely. She does most of her business outside and understands that outside is where she is supposed to go, although she can still have an occasional accident if she isn’t taken out on time. She has minimal experience with the leash and will definitely need work with that. These days, Bo Peep spends most of her time outside of a playpen. She’s actually quite talented at figuring out how to escape one, so a puppy-proofed area is definitely recommended! She’s still learning to stay by your side, so a 4-foot fence would be best for the little wanderer. Like many curious puppies, Bo Peep explores the world with her mouth. She loves picking things up and may try to swallow things she shouldn’t, so her new family will need to keep an eye on her and keep tempting objects out of reach. When she gets really excited during play, she can also become a little mouthy, but she has been making good progress as she learns appropriate play manners. Bo Peep loves to chew, so durable toys are her favorite. Soft plush toys don’t tend to survive very long around her, and because she may try to eat pieces she tears off, the foster home sticks with strong plush toys, chew toys, and other durable puppy-safe options. Bo Peep would be a wonderful match for someone looking for an affectionate, energetic, goofy puppy who wants to be part of everything you’re doing. Give her plenty of activity, structure, toys and, most importantly, belly rubs, and Bo Peep will be one very happy girl. If you’re ready to meet her, then please contact your adoption coordinator. If you do not yet have an adoption coordinator, please complete an adoption application at
www.freedomgermanshepherdrescue.org
. Bo Peep is being fostered outside of Raleigh, NC.
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
- House-trained
18. Jeb
LOYALTY. If there is one word that defines a German Shepherd, it’s loyalty. Meet Jebediah — Jeb for short. Jeb is a 5-year-old, 92-pound German Shepherd looking for his person. Jeb is fiercely loyal and happiest when he’s right by your side. He’s a quiet, well-mannered dog in the home who is perfectly content settling in beside his person. But get him outside and the goofy side comes out.
Read more about Jeb
Jeb absolutely romps around with his dog friends like a total goober, breaks into spectacular zoomies, loves pool time, and chases bugs like it’s his full-time job. He is dog-friendly with slow, proper introductions. He would also likely be kid-friendly due to his temperament but would probably be best with bigger kids. He can be nervous when meeting new people or dogs, but once he has time to realize you’re a friend, he warms up beautifully and becomes your buddy for life. Jeb is crate-trained, fully potty-trained, and knows basic obedience. He does not require a fenced yard, but he will need to learn reliable recall before being trusted off-leash.Jeb does have a prey drive, so he needs a home without cats or other small animals. At the end of the day, Jeb really just wants one thing: his person. Someone he can follow around, sit beside, play with, and love with that unmistakable German Shepherd devotion. If you’re looking for a big, loyal, goofy Shepherd who wants nothing more than to be your shadow, Jeb may be your guy. If you’re interested in adding Jeb to your family, contact your adoption coordinator. If you do not have an adoption coordinator, please complete an adoption application at www.freedomgermanshepherdrescue.org. Jeb is being fostered in Charlotte, NC.
- Good with dogs
- No cats
- House-trained
19. Star
Everyone meet Star! With her beautiful looks and award winning personality she is sure to be the STAR of the show wherever she goes! Not to mention all the hearts she is sure to steal. This sweet girl is 2 years old and 50 pounds. Her story started when she arrived at a shelter partner timid and scared along with her rogue co-star and their pups. (See the Toy Story litter!) It was soon evident that she was destined for great things. Scooped up by her foster family, she quickly settled into life on a farm and can often be seen hanging out with her entourage, an eclectic crew of critters from cats and dogs to horses, goats and cows! She has even been seen having a pleasant conversation with a chicken on occasion! Star is ever seeking the limelight and flirting for attention, which she gets quite easily.
Read more about Star
Don't be fooled - she is definitely not a diva. She is still very much down to earth, and usually seen rolling in it. When that is done, it's time to enjoy a refreshing dip in the pond, splashing with friends and then sunbathing on a nearby chair. She loves being with her people and furry friends so much that she does not require a fenced in yard. When out and about on the town, Star loves to be greeted by her adoring fans. She is always happy and well mannered with everyone she meets. Occasionally her past shows through and she will get nervous and unsure but with the love and encouragement from her supportive catemates she quickly regains her composure and is ready to shine. At home, she is housebroken and crate trained. If your story is missing that little something extra, maybe you need some Star power! To find out more on how she can make your next chapter the best one yet, reach out to Freedom German Shepherd Rescue and talk with your adoption coordinator. If you do not yet have an adoption coordinator, please complete an adoption application at www.freedomgermanshepherdrescue.org. Star is being fostered near Southern Pines, NC.
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
- House-trained
20. Giggle
Hi, I’m Giggle from the Toy Story Litter, and I’m pretty sure I can make you smile just by looking at you! I’m a 20 pound, 18-week-old German Shepherd puppy girl with a big heart and playful spirit. My favorite place is right next to my people, and if you’re willing to pick me up and give me some love, I’ll happily soak it all in. I’m your classic happy, energetic puppy, so I’m looking for a family who is ready for puppy adventures, training, playtime, and lots of love. I’ll need a securely fenced yard, preferably 4 feet tall or higher, while I continue working on my recall and learning all those important puppy manners. I LOVE other dogs and have enjoyed spending time with canine friends. I also live with two cats and free-range chickens! I’m still learning that everyone doesn’t necessarily want to be chased when I’m feeling playful, so my new family will need to continue working with me on those manners and give me appropriate supervision around smaller animals. I’m already doing really well with potty training (just the odd accident here or there), I'm crate trained, making progress on the leash, and I’m a great little car rider. I’m learning more every day and am eager to please. But my favorite thing? People (big and small). I love being around them, being held, and making that sweet eye contact that makes you feel like I’m looking straight into your heart.
Read more about Giggle
Giggle is going to make an absolutely wonderful companion for someone who is ready to help a puppy grow into the amazing dog she’s meant to be. If you’re looking for a sweet, silly, affectionate Shepherd girl to grow up alongside you, Giggle might just be your girl. Interested in adding Giggle to your family? Contact your adoption coordinator. If you do not yet have an adoption coordinator, please complete an adoption application at
www.freedomgermanshepherdrescue.org
. Giggle is being fostered in Aiken, SC.
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
- House-trained
Rescues and shelters near Speed
The rescues with the most dogs listed within 50 miles of Speed.
- Edgecombe County Animal ShelterTarboro, NC · 18 dogs · 6 mi from Speed
How to adopt from Edgecombe County Animal Shelter
Adoption fee is $40 (cash or check) which includes rabies vaccination. Adopter needs license and signs adoption agreement and spay/ neuter contract There is an additional $40 deposit required for spay/neuter Surgery gets scheduled by rescue sponsoring program. When surgery is done, vet notifies rescue and the $40 deposit is returned to adopter
- Friends of Rocky Mount AnimalsRocky Mount, NC · 6 dogs · 22 mi from Speed
How to adopt from Friends of Rocky Mount Animals
Application, 2 personal reference, vet reference, home visiit, our normal adoption fee is 300.00
- Freedom German Shepherd RescueLa Grange , NC · 6 dogs · 49 mi from Speed
How to adopt from Freedom German Shepherd Rescue
All applicants must pass a vet check, phone interview and home visit in order to adopt. Once an applicant passes, they must sign an adoption contract where they agree to alter the dog by 6 months of age - if they are adopting a puppy, guarantee that the dog will receive proper vet care, food, water and exercise, and will return the dog to the rescue if they can no longer keep the dog for any reason. All dogs are microchipped prior to adoption, with Freedom GSR always remaining on the chip. The adoption fee is $250, adopters receive a 2 week trial period with the dog and if the adopter is found to be in violation of the contract, Freedom GSR will reclaim the dog. All dogs will not be adopted out until they are up to date on shots, free of heartworms and intestinal parasites and altered, if six months of age or older. If a puppy is adopted, the adoption contract stipulates that the puppy must be altered by the time s/he turns 6 months old.
- PAWS of Hertford CountyMurfreesboro, NC · 4 dogs · 38 mi from Speed
- Rainbow Bridge Hospice Rescue incMiddlesex, NC · 4 dogs · 44 mi from Speed
How to adopt from Rainbow Bridge Hospice Rescue inc
We require an application filled out with 3 references, vet references and or records on all dogs living in the home. We do a home visit and all persons must be present.
Adopting a dog in Speed
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 Speed
How many dogs are up for adoption in Speed?
As of November 4, 2026, 38 dogs and puppies are listed for adoption within 50 miles of Speed, North Carolina, by 5 rescues and shelters. The list is updated every day.
Where can I adopt a dog in Speed?
The rescues with the most dogs near Speed right now are Edgecombe County Animal Shelter (Tarboro, NC), Friends of Rocky Mount Animals (Rocky Mount, NC) and Freedom German Shepherd Rescue (La Grange , NC). Each dog above has the rescue's phone number and website.
Are there puppies for adoption in Speed?
Yes. 3 puppys are up for adoption within 50 miles of Speed.
How do I adopt a dog in Speed?
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.