Winston-Salem, NC

Adult Dogs for Adoption in Winston-Salem, NC: 29 Grown-Up Dogs Looking for a Home

Adult Dogs up for adoption near Winston-Salem, NC

Rescues and shelters within 50 miles of Winston-Salem have 69 adult dogs up for adoption. Here are the 29 newest, each with photos, their story and how to reach the rescue looking after them.

Adult dogs usually wait longer for homes than puppies, but their personalities are already settled, so you know just what you're getting: a couch companion, a running partner or a gentle family dog.

1. 4023

Adult · Male · Pug (short coat) · 14 mi from Winston-Salem

Toby is a 5 year old fawn pug. He is super sweet and loves his humans. Toby lost his rear leg in a accident as a puppy. He knows no different and it doesn't slow him down any. He can do anything a 4 legged pug can do.
Once he is vet he will be ready for adoption
Toby is fostered in High Point NC and his adoption fee is $350. Please put in your adoption application on our website www.pugrescuenc.org under the available pug tab. We can not consider you without an application online.
We only adoption to NC, VA and surrounding states sorry no exceptions.
All pug MUST be indoor dogs

  • Good with kids
  • Good with dogs
Adopt 4023 fromPug Rescue of North Carolina, Inc.Elizabeth City, NC · listed Nov 3

2. Baxter

Young (10 months) · Male · Chihuahua / Dachshund / Mixed (short coat) · 15 mi from Winston-Salem

Baxter is a Dachshund/Chihuahua mix puppy. He weighs 11 pounds. Baxter gets along well with other dogs and children. He is friendly and loves to be petted. Baxter likes being outside and enjoys walks. He is fully vetted, neutered, microchipped and up-to-date on immunizations and on heartworm prevention.

Baxter's adoption fee is $400. To adopt Baxter, fill out an adoption form at RuffLoveRescue.com/adopt

Ruff Love Rescue is located in Thomasville, NC

  • Good with kids
  • Good with dogs
  • House-trained
Adopt Baxter fromRuff Love Foster Care and Dog RescueThomasville, NC · listed Oct 30

3. Zig Zag

Young · Male · Border Collie / Mixed (short coat) · 34 mi from Winston-Salem

Zig Zag is the cutest little guy ever!!! He is a Border Collie mix, about 5 months old and under 20 pounds.

What a little character he is, extremely shy at first and then all love and kisses next. He was found as a stray and is being fostered with 2 other dogs. Zig Zag is very smart and a quick learner.

If you would like to meet him please fill out an application from our website.

  • Good with kids
  • Good with dogs
  • House-trained
Adopt Zig Zag fromSurry Animal RescueMount Airy, NC · listed Oct 16

4. Izzy

Adult · Female · Golden Retriever (medium coat) · 34 mi from Winston-Salem

Izzy is a very special girl who needs a loving and understanding home. She is a 3 1/2 year old Golden Retriever.

Her owner got her from a shelter when she was a puppy. Her owner wasn't fond of her and then got really mad when she showed signs of food aggression. We got her out of that situation but 3.5 years is a long time to live with someone who doesn't really like you.

Izzy does have food aggression with other dogs but it is something that we are working on with a trainer. She needs a new home without kids and possibly no other dogs.

Read more about Izzy

She also currently has Lyme disease that will make her sore and uncomfortable and maybe a little grumpy. We are looking for a foster home or a new forever home that understands a dog with food aggression and can help us train her that she will never be denied a meal.

he is a beautiful girl and very friendly when not around food. She deserves a second chance from her rough beginnings. If you would like to meet her please fill out an application from our website.

  • No young kids
  • House-trained
Adopt Izzy fromSurry Animal RescueMount Airy, NC · listed Sep 26

5. Powerade

Young (3 years 9 months) · Male · Labrador Retriever / Mixed (medium coat) · 21 mi from Winston-Salem

Meet Powerade

Powerade is a 3-year-old yellow lab mix with the softest eyes and the sweetest soul. He might start off a little shy, but give him a minute (and maybe a treat), and suddenly you’ve got a full-blown Velcro dog who thinks your personal space is a myth.

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Pow may have had a rough start, judging by some of his scars - but he’s well on his way to a happier life! His luck began to change one cold, December day when he ran into the Food Lion on Alamance Church Rd in Greensboro, seeking warmth and help. GCAS Animal Control picked him up and brought him to the shelter, even allowing him to ride shotgun on the way there! After some time at GCAS he began to show signs of stress and was able to go to foster.

While in foster, we’ve learned that this guy is the total package:
- House trained
- Crate trained
- Walks nicely on leash
- Knows “sit” (especially if snacks are involved)
- Treat and toy motivated (fetch = his love language)

Once he warms up, Powerade is goofy, playful, and so affectionate. He loves a good game of fetch just as much as he loves melting into you for snuggles. He will follow you room to room just to make sure he’s not missing out (can we say FOMO?)

Pow does have a couple of endearing quirks:

Occasionally jumps up when he’s excited, but redirects beautifully into a sit

Can be a little “mouthy” in an affectionate, playful way—he uses his mouth to explore the world, and responds well to gentle correction

Powerade would thrive in a home that understands his sensitive side:

Has done well with kids as young as 3, but due to his size and occasional jumping up would likely do best with older kids or adults

No cats or small animals (that retriever instinct is strong)

Could potentially live with another dog with very slow, thoughtful introductions, but may also be happiest as your one-and-only. He has done well with other dogs in public spaces and frequently “buddy walks” with friends in the neighborhood.

Health note: Powerade previously tested heartworm positive while at the shelter, but now has a negative test!

What makes Powerade truly special is his heart. This boy has been through a lot, but you’d never know it by how deeply he loves. He is trusting, loyal, and endlessly affectionate—a certified good boy who just wants someone to belong to.

If you’re looking for a sweet, snuggly shadow with a playful streak and a heart of gold… Powerade might just be your perfect match.

  • Good with dogs
  • House-trained
Adopt Powerade fromTails of the UnwantedGreensboro, NC · listed Sep 21

6. Minnie

Adult (4 years 11 months) · Female · Great Pyrenees / Mixed (long coat) · 15 mi from Winston-Salem

Meet Minnie! She is a 5 year old Great Pyrennes mix. She currently weighs about 85lbs, but needs to put some more weight on. She also had to have some of her fur shaved due to severe matting, but it will grow back! She loves humans and wants to be with you as much as possible. She is completely house trained and good with other calm dogs. She is completely vetted and ready to find her forever home!

  • Good with kids
  • Good with dogs
Adopt Minnie fromRuff Love Foster Care and Dog RescueThomasville, NC · listed Sep 2

7. Bane

Adult · Male · Great Pyrenees / Mixed (long coat) · 15 mi from Winston-Salem

Meet the happiest boy ever, Bane! He is a 4 year old Great Pyrennes mix. He currently weighs about 90lbs, but is still putting on weight. He came into the rescue very malnourished and with skin issues. He's doing much better. Bane thinks everyday is the best day ever and everyone he meets is his bestfriend! He's a sweetheart! He seems to be ok with other dogs. He needs a 5-6ft fenced in backyard, he loves to run around! He is completely vetted and ready to find his forever home!

Adoption fee- $400

  • Good with kids
  • Good with dogs
Adopt Bane fromRuff Love Foster Care and Dog RescueThomasville, NC · listed Aug 29

8. Mai Mai

Adult (6 years) · Female · Japanese Chin (long coat) · 25 mi from Winston-Salem

IMPORTANT Hart-2-Heart only posts our dogs on Petfinder and Adopt-A-Pet. Once you contact us directly, we will email you our adoption application. Please do not complete an application on any pet adoption platform, as we only accept applications submitted on the form we provide.

If you are interested in adopting this dog, please contact us at h2hadoptions@gmail.com.

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The adoption range for this dog is limited to NC, SC, VA, Northeastern GA, East TN Southern MD, and the DC area.

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Read more about Mai Mai

Mai Mai is a delightful 6-year-old female Japanese Chin weighing 14 pounds. She is a gentle, sweet girl with a charming personality who gets along wonderfully with other dogs.

True to her breed, Mai Mai has some endearing and unique quirks! She does the classic Japanese Chin "chin wave," happily waving her front paws to greet you or get your attention. She is also meticulously tidy and loves to groom herself just like a cat.

Mai Mai is searching for a loving home with a securely fenced yard, as she is not yet leash-trained and needs a safe outdoor space to explore at her own pace. She would thrive in a patient household that can help her continue to build confidence and learn new routines.

If you are looking for a tender, loving companion to add warmth and joy to your home, Mai Mai is ready to win your heart!

Please contact h2hadoptions@gmail.com directly to inquire about adopting Mai Mai. There is an application process and an adoption fee.

WE REQUIRE AN ALL-ADULT HOME WITH A SECURELY FENCED YARD. The secure fence must be attached to the home, 4 feet or higher with gaps with no larger than 2.5 inches. An invisible fence, enclosed patio or terrace without grass, temporary fencing, dog pens or dog lots or community shared fencing (dog park) are NOT considered secure fencing. If your fencing has "puppy pickets" (or is supplemented with garden fencing) it needs to be at least 36 inches high from the ground up AT THE LOWEST POINT. No exceptions.

We are an all-volunteer organization, and in addition to saving dogs, we have other responsibilities, so we appreciate your patience and understanding during this process. Response time can take up to 5 business.

Please inquire only if you are willing to come to Greensboro, NC to meet the dog after we schedule your home visit. We do not ship dogs or put them on transports.

Veterinary Care: All Hart-2-Heart Rescue foster dogs are spayed/neutered, current on heartworm prevention, parvo/distemper, bordetella, and rabies vaccines, and are professionally groomed. As needed, our foster dogs have teeth cleanings, extractions, bloodwork and other diagnostic testing.

Adoption Fee: $650

  • Good with dogs
Adopt Mai Mai fromHart-2-Heart Rescue, Inc.Greensboro, NC · listed Aug 23

9. Biscuit

Adult · Male · Golden Retriever / Great Pyrenees / Mixed (long coat) · 34 mi from Winston-Salem

Biscuit is a 5 year old Golden Retriever/Great Pyrenees mix, he weighs about 60 pounds.

We adopted Biscuit out to a lovely couple 3 years ago. Unfortunately they are having health issues and we need to find Biscuit a new home.

Biscuit's pros: Amazing with kids of all ages, doesn't bark unless absolutely necessary, good with other dogs, loves attention and is loyal.

Biscuit's con's: chases small animals like rabbits and squirrels, we are thinking no cats because of this, he is stubborn and afraid of thunder and fireworks. We said he is good with other dogs and he is but he can get protective with his owner when unknown dogs are around.

Read more about Biscuit

Biscuit is special to us and we want to find him the perfect home. He will need a fenced yard for when he is out playing and doing his business.

Please fill out an application from our website if you would like to meet Biscuit

  • Good with kids
  • Good with dogs
  • No cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Biscuit fromSurry Animal RescueMount Airy, NC · listed Aug 21

10. Meatball

Adult · Male · French Bulldog / English Bulldog / Mixed (short coat) · 34 mi from Winston-Salem

Meatball is a 2 1/2 year old French/English Bulldog mix, (Frenglish breed) he weighs about 36 pounds. We rescued him from the shelter so we don't know how hard his past has been but he is such a happy boy.

Meatball is super sweet and just wants to be with his humans. He came to us with a very bad skin condition. His foster parents have done a wonderful job clearing that up and making him feel so much better. Meatball loves other dogs and is great with kids.

Read more about Meatball

He will need a family that is experienced with French and English bulldog breeds since they can have a lot of health issues. Meatball is very special to us and we want him to be placed in the perfect home for him. He will need someone who is home often and has a safe fenced in yard where he can enjoy his potty and play time.

We will not be asking an adoption donation for the total of his vet bill because that is very high. Instead since he is considered a crossbreed (designer dog) we will be asking a $400 adoption donation to help pay down his vet bill.

If you would like to meet Meatball please fill out an application from our website.

  • Good with kids
  • Good with dogs
  • House-trained
  • Special needs
Adopt Meatball fromSurry Animal RescueMount Airy, NC · listed Aug 15

11. Sasha

Adult · Female · Terrier / Mixed (short coat) · 34 mi from Winston-Salem

Sasha is a 2 year old Terrier mix weighing in at 27.4 pounds. She was a stray and was picked up by animal control. She had been there for 18 days and they were running out of options so we scooped her up in hopes to find her a good home.

Sasha is a very sweet girl with a big heart. She loves other dogs and humans and just wants to please everyone. She is 2 years old and didn't know what a leash was so she is going to need a little work with a harness and leash. One of the volunteers at the shelter took her out to the creek and she did so wonderful with her and her little girl.

Read more about Sasha

If you would like to meet Sasha please fill out an application from our website.

  • Good with kids
  • Good with dogs
Adopt Sasha fromSurry Animal RescueMount Airy, NC · listed Aug 8

12. Evie

Adult (1 year 5 months) · Female · Great Pyrenees / Beagle / Mixed (medium coat) · 15 mi from Winston-Salem

Meet sweet Evie! She is about a 1.5 years old and full of puppy fun!! She weighs right under 70lbs. She is crate trained and great with other dogs. She would do best in a home with a large yard and another dog in the home to play with and learn from. She will need someone who can contuine training with her and raise her up to be the well behaved girl she strides to be!! She is very smart!! We also have her DNA results and the results will be attached. She is completely vetted and ready to find her forever home!

Adoption donation- $300

  • Good with dogs
Adopt Evie fromRuff Love Foster Care and Dog RescueThomasville, NC · listed Aug 7

13. Razin

Adult · Male · Australian Shepherd (long coat) · 15 mi from Winston-Salem

Razin is a 5 yo Australian Shepherd. He knows lots of commands and walks great on a leash. He attaches easily. He really needs to be in a home with a single owner. We do not recommend him for a family. He is housebroken and does not need a crate. He is completely vetted and ready to find his forever home!

Adoption donation- $400

  • Good with kids
  • Good with dogs
  • House-trained
Adopt Razin fromRuff Love Foster Care and Dog RescueThomasville, NC · listed Aug 3

14. Chip

Adult (4 years) · Male · Yorkshire Terrier Yorkie / Mixed (long coat) · 25 mi from Winston-Salem

IMPORTANT Hart-2-Heart Rescue, Greensboro, North Carolina only posts our adoptable dogs on Petfinder and Adopt-A-Pet. Once you email us we will email you questions and our adoption application. Please do not complete an application for any of our dogs on a pet adoption platform, as we only accept applications submitted on the application we sent you.

If you are interested in adopting this dog, please contact us at h2hadoptions@gmail.com.

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The adoption range for this dog is North Carolina, South Carolina, northeastern GA, east TN, DC area, VA, and southern MD.

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Read more about Chip

Chip is an adorable 4-year-old Yorkie mix weighing 9 pounds. His coarse coat is low maintenance and low to no shed.

Chip is an active, athletic terrier who loves toys and is good at entertaining himself. He would make a great companion for someone who enjoys walking or is interested in clicker training. Like most terriers, he'll bark when there's something worth announcing, and he is undeterred by his tiny size.

Chip is initially unsure when he meets new people, but learned quickly to trust his foster mom and other women. He is slower to trust men, so his adopter will need to be patient and allow him time to adjust at his pace.

Because Chip is quick and can dart through open doors, his new family must be vigilant around exterior doorways.

The ideal home for Chip would be with someone who has experience going slow and moving at Chip’s pace and wants to bond with a dog through training and enrichment activities.
Chip has made great progress with house training in his foster home, and needs a patient person to continue his routine and training.

Chip will do best as an only dog; however, he has learned to co-exist peacefully in his foster home.

Please email h2hadoptions@gmail.com directly. There is an application process and a $500 adoption fee.

WE REQUIRE AN ALL-ADULT HOME WITH A SECURELY FENCED YARD. The secure fence must be attached to the home, 4 feet or higher with gaps with no larger than 1.25 inches. An invisible fence, enclosed patio or terrace without grass, temporary fencing, dog pens or dog lots or community shared fencing (dog park) are NOT considered secure fencing. If your fencing has "puppy pickets" (or is supplemented with garden fencing) it needs to be at least 36 inches high from the ground up AT THE LOWEST POINT. No exceptions.

We are an all-volunteer organization, and in addition to saving dogs, we have other responsibilities, so we appreciate your patience and understanding during this process. Response time can take up to 5 business.

Please inquire only if you are willing to come to Greensboro, NC to meet the dog after we schedule your home visit. We do not ship dogs or put them on transports.

Veterinary Care: All Hart-2-Heart Rescue foster dogs are spayed/neutered, current on heartworm prevention, parvo/distemper, Bordetella, and rabies vaccines, and are professionally groomed. As needed, our foster dogs have teeth cleanings, extractions, bloodwork and other diagnostic testing.

Adoption Fee: $500

Adopt Chip fromHart-2-Heart Rescue, Inc.Greensboro, NC · listed Aug 3

15. Aura

Adult (2 years) · Female · Labrador Retriever / Mixed (long coat) · 15 mi from Winston-Salem

Meet Aura! Aura is a 2 yo female, 45-pound Lab Retriever mix. She has lots of energy, so she’s needs an active family. Do you like to run or hike? Aura is your girl! She is completely vetted and ready to find her forever home!!

Adoption donation- $300

  • Good with kids
  • Good with dogs
Adopt Aura fromRuff Love Foster Care and Dog RescueThomasville, NC · listed Jul 28

16. Beaufort

Young (6 months) · Male · Hound / Mixed (short coat) · 15 mi from Winston-Salem

Beaufort is a 3-month-old hound mix puppy and currently weighs about 17lbs. He’s a sweetheart! He will probably be about 40-50 pounds full-grown. His foster mom says he loves playing with other dogs. He doesn’t hurt the cats. He’s getting use to crate training and will need contuined puppy training. But he is thriving in a home and learning things very quickly!! His foster mom states that he’s a great dog. Beaufort is completely vetted and ready to find his forever home! Adoption donation- $400

  • Good with kids
  • Good with dogs
Adopt Beaufort fromRuff Love Foster Care and Dog RescueThomasville, NC · listed Jul 28

17. Nyla

Adult (2 years) · Female · Labrador Retriever / Mixed (short coat) · 15 mi from Winston-Salem

Meet Nyla! She is a super sweet 2 year old Lab mix. She weighs about 30lbs. She can be shy at first, but she warms up quickly! She is crate trained. Nyla would make the perfect addition! She is completely vetted and ready to find her forever home! Adoption donation- $300

Adopt Nyla fromRuff Love Foster Care and Dog RescueThomasville, NC · listed Jul 22

18. Bridget

Adult · Female · Great Pyrenees / Mixed (long coat) · 15 mi from Winston-Salem

Meet Bridget! She is a 3 year old Great Pyrennes mix and weighs about 80lbs. She is so sweet and beautiful! She would love to be your one and only. She does not like other dogs. She is a laid back girl who gets spurks of energy and enjoys pouncing around with her humans! She jumps right in the car and is great on a leash! She is completely vetted and ready to find her forever home!

Adoption donation- $400

  • Only dog
  • House-trained
Adopt Bridget fromRuff Love Foster Care and Dog RescueThomasville, NC · listed Jul 19

19. Vera

Adult · Female · Great Pyrenees / Mixed (long coat) · 15 mi from Winston-Salem

Meet Vera! She is a doll!! Vera is about a 5 year old Great Pyrennes mix and weighs about 65lbs. She is extremely laid back. Her pictures are perfect examples of what she does all day.. she lays around and cuddles with her humans. She is also equally independent. She will cuddle and then she likes to find places to "hide" such has under desks, chairs, or tables. She has shown no aggression at all. She is fostered in a home with multiple other laid back Great Pyrennes and is great with other dogs with her energy level. She is very respectful of other dogs. Eventhough she can be independent, she does have some separation anxiety when you leave the house. She would do best with someone who is home more often than not! Also, no apartments for her if she's going to be left home alone often due to barking. If you're looking for a dog to lounge around with you, Vera is your girl!! Vera is completely vetted and ready to find her forever home!!

Read more about Vera

Adoption donation- $400

  • Good with kids
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Vera fromRuff Love Foster Care and Dog RescueThomasville, NC · listed Jul 16

20. Polly

Adult (4 years 3 months) · Female · Terrier / Mixed (short coat) · 21 mi from Winston-Salem

From Polly’s Foster -

Polly has settled in beautifully and has been an absolute sweetheart! She loves belly rubs and is happiest when she’s curled up or sitting right beside her person. She’s incredibly affectionate and never misses an opportunity to hand out plenty of kisses.

She’s fully crate trained and happily puts herself to bed in her crate each night. Polly has only barked a couple of times over the past week, and both were simply to let us know someone was at the door.

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She walks nicely on a leash with very little pulling and is highly food and treat motivated, always taking treats gently. She loves her toys, especially a good game of fetch!

Polly already knows several commands, including sit, shake, come, down, kiss, walk, no, and crate.

She would thrive as the only pet in the home. While she is non-reactive to dogs and cats when on a leash, she is not a fan of living with cats. Polly also loves the water! She enjoys swimming and has even gone paddle boating with a previous foster.

Her ideal home would have older children or teenagers and a securely fenced yard where she can run, play, and enjoy life to the fullest.

if you are interested in Polly, please complete an adoption application at lastdaydogs.com

  • House-trained
Adopt Polly fromTails of the UnwantedGreensboro, NC · listed Jul 11

21. Oggie

Young (2 years 1 month) · Male · Labrador Retriever / Boxer / Mixed (medium coat) · 21 mi from Winston-Salem

Meet Oggie!

Applicant:
Oggie

Age:
2 years young

Build:
Big, athletic & professionally clumsy

Special Skills:
Master toy dissector, professional car-ride enthusiast & Olympic-level cuddler!

Oggie is a big, goofy Shepherd/Boxer/Lab mix who earned his name because, well… he’s a little bit of an ogre! But don’t let his size fool you—inside this big body is pure honey-colored sweetness.

Oggie is the
ultimate leaner
. He’ll glue his big body to your legs for chest scratches, then happily plop down for belly rubs. He loves his people, loves attention, and would happily spend his days as your oversized shadow.

Read more about Oggie

And this handsome guy is already a certified good boy! Oggie is
fully house- and crate-trained
and knows his basic commands, including
sit, shake, down and crate
. He’s also a huge fan of car rides and can turn just about any toy into a fun dissection project!

Oggie is a social butterfly and
loves other dogs
. If he spots a potential dog friend, though, his recall can mysteriously disappear! He can also get a little
mouthy when he’s excited
, so because he is a strong, enthusiastic boy who sometimes forgets just how big he is, he needs an
experienced big-dog adopter
who can provide confident leadership and continue working with him on his manners and training.

Oggie would do best with
older, dog-savvy kids
who are comfortable around large dogs. A resident dog who enjoys having a big, goofy playmate would be a wonderful bonus!

If you’re ready for a gentle giant who will fill your life with
love, laughs, heavy leans, goofy antics and endless cuddles
, Oggie is ready to meet you. Just bring the chest and belly scratches! ❤️

Oggie is looking for his forever adopter!

Interested in making Oggie part of your family?
Please complete an adoption application online at
LastDayDogs.com
⁠.
Once your application is submitted, the rescue team will review it and follow up with you regarding next steps.

❤️
Apply today and give this big lovable goofball the forever home he deserves!

  • Good with kids
  • Good with dogs
  • House-trained
Adopt Oggie fromTails of the UnwantedGreensboro, NC · listed Jun 27

22. Milo

Adult (3 years 11 months) · Male · Labrador Retriever / Mixed (short coat) · 15 mi from Winston-Salem

Courtesy post-
Fort Mill, SC. Milo is losing his home and is hoping to find a new one where he can have a yard and an active family. He has lived his life with a small dog and loves playing. He is a 4 year old neutered 60 pound Lab/Hound who is up to date on vaccinations and is potty trained but does not crate well as he has spent much of his time crated or gated in a room for lengthy periods. Please help me give Milo a second chance!!

  • Good with dogs
  • House-trained
Adopt Milo fromRuff Love Foster Care and Dog RescueThomasville, NC · listed Jun 26Courtesy listing: Milo's family is rehoming him through this rescue.

23. Clyde

Adult (4 years 1 month) · Male · Great Pyrenees / Mixed (long coat) · 15 mi from Winston-Salem

Meet Clyde! Clyde is the definition on a gentle giant. He is around 4 years old and weighs just under 100lbs. Clyde loves people and is friendly, but he is more of an independent dog. He enjoys laying around and doing his own thing. Clyde will require a fenced in backyard. He also needs a strong owner that will be consistent with obedience. He is inclined to resource guard his food, so he will need owners that are familiar with resource guarding and able to set him up for success safely! With his resource guarding, Clyde will do best as your only pet and with children over the age of 13. Please research the Great Pyrennes breed to ensure you are a good match for Clyde! He is completely vetted and ready to find his perfect forever home!

Read more about Clyde

Adoption donation- $400

  • Good with kids
  • Good with dogs
  • House-trained
Adopt Clyde fromRuff Love Foster Care and Dog RescueThomasville, NC · listed Jun 15

24. Finley

Adult · Male · German Shepherd Dog / Belgian Shepherd Malinois / Mixed (medium coat) · 15 mi from Winston-Salem

Meet Finley! He is a 3 year old German Shepherd/Malinois mix. He weighs about 57lbs. He is dog tolerant with well adjusted dogs. He also doesn't bother cats. He is incredibly intelligent. He is protective. Finley is crate and house trained. He is slow to warm up to new people so he will need patience. He would do best with someone experienced in Shepherd/Mals. He is completely vetted and ready to find his forever home.

  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Finley fromRuff Love Foster Care and Dog RescueThomasville, NC · listed Jun 11

25. Chase

Adult (6 years 2 months) · Male · Yorkshire Terrier Yorkie · 25 mi from Winston-Salem

IMPORTANT NOTE: We ONLY post our dogs on Petfinder and Adopt-A-Pet! If you see Hart-2-Heart dogs on ANY OTHER platform, it is likely a SCAM - DO NOT submit an application on that platform!

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The adoption range for this dog is limited to NC, SC, VA, northern GA, DC area, southern MD and east TN. If you are interested in adopting this dog, you MUST contact h2hadoptions@gmail.com directly. There is an application process and adoption fee.

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Chase is a fun-sized 5lb Yorkie who is 6 years old. He is a great cuddler and the perfect lap buddy.

Read more about Chase

Chase can be shy when you first meet him. He came to us as a breeder-release dog, having never lived in a home as someone’s beloved pet. Many dogs like this have never been on a leash or set foot on grass to potty. Chase was a little reserved in the beginning, but since adjusting to his foster family, he has really come to life.

Chase is smart and curious. He’s always smiling and gets excited when you talk or play chase with him. He loves to play with the other dogs in his foster home. We require his adoptive home to have another small social dog under 12lbs so he can continue to watch and learn from another dog in the home.

Chase is still learning house-training and leash walking, so he will need someone with time and patience to help him be successful. We require an all-adult home with a small, securely fenced yard. The fenced yard is not so he can be left alone, but to help with house-training, since most pups do not want someone hovering over them when trying to potty. Chase is trying to learn how to use stairs, so we prefer a home with limited to no stairs.

There is an application process and adoption fee.

WE REQUIRE AN ALL-ADULT HOME WITH A SECURELY FENCED YARD. The secure fence must be attached to the home, 4 feet or higher with gaps with no larger than 1.5 inches. An invisible fence, enclosed patio or terrace without grass, temporary fencing, dog pens or dog lots or community shared fencing (dog park) are NOT considered secure fencing. If your fencing has "puppy pickets" (or is supplemented with garden fencing) it needs to be at least 36 inches high from the ground up AT THE LOWEST POINT. No exceptions.

We are an all-volunteer organization, and in addition to saving dogs, we have other responsibilities, so we appreciate your patience and understanding during this process. Response time can take up to 5 business.

Please inquire only if you are willing to come to Greensboro, NC to meet the dog after we schedule your home visit. We do not ship dogs or put them on transports.

Veterinary Care: All Hart-2-Heart Rescue foster dogs are spayed/neutered, current on heartworm prevention, parvo/distemper, bordetella, and rabies vaccines, and are professionally groomed. As needed, our foster dogs have teeth cleanings, extractions, bloodwork and other diagnostic testing.

Adoption Fee: $500

  • Good with dogs
Adopt Chase fromHart-2-Heart Rescue, Inc.Greensboro, NC · listed Jun 11

26. Maddison

Adult (3 years) · Female · Pit Bull Terrier / Mixed (short coat) · 21 mi from Winston-Salem

Meet “Madi,” a beautiful dog who is looking for a family to call her own! After suffering a terrible injury last year, Madi bravely underwent a leg amputation. She has adapted beautifully as a tripod and doesn’t let it slow her down!

She enjoys going for walks and loves going for rides in the car. She likes toys and will happily entertain herself with them before curling up on a comfy bed or a cozy lap for a nap.

Read more about Maddison

While she has so much love to give, she will need a patient and understanding family who can help her continue building confidence. New environments and unfamiliar situations can make her nervous, and she is sometimes reactive when seeing people through a barrier like a window or gate. She would be happiest in a calm home without young children. Because she is uneasy around other animals, she would do best as the only dog in the home, where she can feel safe and secure without added stress. Madi is not a fan of cats and should be in a cat-free home.

If you are interested in Madi, please complete an adoption application at lastdaydogs.com

  • Good with kids
  • Only dog
  • No cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Maddison fromTails of the UnwantedGreensboro, NC · listed Jun 3

27. Dutchees

Adult (6 years 2 months) · Female · Hound / Mixed (medium coat) · 15 mi from Winston-Salem

This is Dutchees. She is such a sweetheart!! She is about 6 years old and weighs around 70lbs. She is house/crate trained. She is good with cats/kids/dogs. She is NOT destructive and really doesn't require a crate. She loves to roam outdoors, so she needs fenced yard. Dutchees loves, loves, loves her humans!! She is completely vetted and ready to join your family!

Adoption donation- $300

  • Good with kids
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Dutchees fromRuff Love Foster Care and Dog RescueThomasville, NC · listed May 25

28. Moe

Adult (1 year 6 months) · Male · Terrier / Mixed (short coat) · 21 mi from Winston-Salem

Meet Moe!

❤️

Hi! My name is

Moe

, and I’m the sweetest, goofiest boy you’ll ever meet! At just

1 year old

, I’m still a puppy with lots of love, energy, and personality to share.

Right now, I’m in need of a foster or forever family. If I don’t find one soon, I’ll have to go into boarding. That would make me incredibly sad because my favorite place is right by my people. I’m hoping someone will open their heart and home to me!

Here’s a little about me:

I LOVE to play! Tug, fetch, rope toys—you name it! I’ll even bring you my favorite rope toy to let you know it’s playtime.

Read more about Moe

I’m a handsome guy with beautiful reddish-fawn coloring, stunning eyes, and the cutest ears you’ve ever seen.

I sleep quietly in my crate at night and settle nicely when tethered in the house. I even enjoy relaxing to soothing music! I’d make a great work-from-home buddy, but I’m also comfortable being crated when you need to leave.

I’m not reactive on walks around dogs, cars, strollers, or other distractions. I can be a little strong on leash at first, but I settle down as the walk continues, especially in quieter environments.

I’d love a fenced yard or an active family because playing and exploring are some of my favorite things!

I’m dog-friendly and enjoy having playful canine companions who like to romp as much as I do.

I’m affectionate, lovable, and convinced I’m the perfect lap dog—all 55 pounds of me!

Sometimes I get so excited to see my people that I jump up to say hello. I’m still learning that four paws on the floor is the best way to greet people, so I’d do best with older children while I work on my manners.

I’m a smart boy who loves treats, wants to please, and enjoys learning. With a little guidance and consistency, I’ll make an amazing companion.

I’m just looking for a family who will love me, help me continue learning, and let me be the happy puppy I’m meant to be.

Can you foster or adopt me so I don’t have to go to boarding?

If you’re interested in Moe, please complete an adoption or foster application at

lastdaydogs.com

. I can’t wait to meet my forever family!

  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Moe fromTails of the UnwantedGreensboro, NC · listed May 17

29. Echo

Adult (2 years 8 months) · Female · Terrier / Mixed (short coat) · 21 mi from Winston-Salem

Echo is a 2-year old, 44 lb bundle of sweetness, silliness & personality. She’s spayed, up to date with her shots, and ready to find a home that will love her playful spirit & help her continue to grow.

Echo is equal parts affectionate companion & goofy entertainer. She’ll keep you smiling with her little antics-like proudly ‘borrowing’ a sneaker from the front door & carrying it into the living room like she’s just won a prize (don’t worry she’s more about the fun than the destruction if you catch her in time!).

Read more about Echo

She’s currently in foster with two resident dogs who are older, and while kind & tolerant, are not quite able to keep up with her youthful energy & antics.

What makes her special:

- Crate trained & sleeps through the night

- Potty trained & will signal when she’s ready to go out

- Finds comfort in her crate for naps & downtime

- Food motivated (she loves treats, which makes training fun & effective)

- Can entertain herself with Kongs & durable chews

- Sweet, affectionate, and enjoys being close to her people

- Loves relaxing outdoors-especially perched on outdoor furniture like she owns it

What’s she’s still working on:

- Pulls on leash and would benefit from continued leash training

- Gets excited & may jump up when greeting you

- Still learning not to counter surf

- Not gentle with soft toys-she prefers the tough stuff

Echo is a smart, loving dog who thrives with a bit of structure & consistency. She’s already got a great foundation & with continued guidance will make an incredible loyal & fun companion.

Her ideal home:

Someone who will embrace her playful nature, committed to helping her continued learning and give her guidance & affection. She’ll do best with someone patient, engaged & ready for a dog with personality.

If you are interested in Echo, please complete an adoption application at lastdaydogs.com

  • Good with kids
  • Good with dogs
  • House-trained
Adopt Echo fromTails of the UnwantedGreensboro, NC · listed May 13

Why adopt an adult dog in Winston-Salem

An adult dog's personality is fully formed, so the rescue can tell you how they are with people, other pets and busy households. Many have lived in foster homes and are already house-trained.

Grown dogs need less supervision than puppies and often know the basics, like sitting and walking on a leash, which suits people who work or have young children.

Rescues with adult dogs near Winston-Salem

Questions about adopting adult dogs in Winston-Salem

How many adult dogs are up for adoption in Winston-Salem?

As of November 4, 2026, rescues and shelters within 50 miles of Winston-Salem, North Carolina, have 69 adult dogs up for adoption. The list is updated every day.

Where can I adopt an adult dog in Winston-Salem?

The rescues with the most adult dogs near Winston-Salem right now are Ruff Love Foster Care and Dog Rescue (Thomasville, NC), Tails of the Unwanted (Greensboro, NC) and Surry Animal Rescue (Mount Airy, NC). Each dog above has the rescue's phone number and website.

Should I adopt an adult dog or a puppy?

It depends on your home. An adult dog's personality is already known and they need less supervision; puppies need more time and training but grow up with your family. The rescues can help you find the right match.

Listings are updated daily. Rescues are responsible for their own listings; a dog may have been adopted since this page was updated.