Dogs for Adoption in Yadkinville, NC: 20 Dogs Looking for a Home
By Dogs of the Day · Updated



136 dogs and puppies are waiting for homes at 11 rescues and shelters within 50 miles of Yadkinville. 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 Yadkinville, 21 puppies, 24 young dogs, 70 adults and 13 seniors. The breeds you'll see most are Pit Bull Terrier, Terrier and Labrador Retriever, along with plenty of one-of-a-kind mixes.
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1. Lorenzo
3 Years · Male · German Shepherd Dog / Mixed (medium coat) · 20 mi from Yadkinville










This very friendly boy found himself out of time and bewildered at a large, high-kill animal control facility, so we rescued him and are glad we did...He's the class clown on the playground w/ Scooby Doo-like moments...goofy and silly, affectionate, has never met a stranger:) He'd be a great companion or family pet. Fenced yard required; VET'S REFERENCE REQUIRED.
- Good with dogs
2. Irving
3 Years · Male · Husky / Labrador Retriever / Mixed (medium coat) · 20 mi from Yadkinville









He and his beautiful brother were found as strays and taken to a large, high-kill animal control facility, where their time ran out before any owner went to claim them. We think he is lovely and would make a nice family pet. He is quiet, submissive, and enjoys playing with others:) Fenced yard required; VET'S REFERENCE REQUIRED.
- Good with dogs
- No cats
3. Scooby-Doo
2 Years 3 Months · Male · Fox Terrier / American Staffordshire Terrier (short coat) · 20 mi from Yadkinville









Out of time at a high-kill animal control facility in another state, this petite and very nice boy is fortunate to call North Carolina home now and is seeking a forever home. He's quiet and unassuming, easy to walk on leash, goes to the door to wait or sit to be leashed before walks, does well around other dogs and children, would be a very nice companion or family pet. Fenced yard required; VET'S REFERENCE REQUIRED.
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
4. Zig Zag
Young · Male · Border Collie / Mixed (short coat) · 25 mi from Yadkinville





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
5. Izzy
Adult · Female · Golden Retriever (medium coat) · 25 mi from Yadkinville




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
6. Pepper
Senior · Female · Anatolian Shepherd (medium coat) · 25 mi from Yadkinville





This sweet girl needs our help. Her owner is devastated but has no other option but to find her a new home.
Her name is Pepper and she is about 9 years old and weighs 35 pounds. Her breed is called a Middle Eastern village dog. Her owner rescued her from an agency that goes overseas and rescues dogs in Pakistan and Kuwait ,she is actually from Kuwait.
As you can see from her pictures she knows how to smile and have a good time. She is a little leary of men especially if they have sunglasses or a hat on. She is great with children and loves most other dogs, we would have to do a meet and greet before foster or adoption.
Read more about Pepper
We don't know what her life was like before her owner got her and it is understandable that she is scared of gunshots and fireworks. All this is handled with some love and special hugs from everyone that cares for her.
If you can foster or want to adopt please fill out an application from our website at
surryanimalrescue.org
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
7. Oliver
Puppy · Male · Australian Shepherd / Labrador Retriever / Mixed (short coat) · 25 mi from Yadkinville






Oliver is an adorable Aussie/Lab mix so we think? He was found as a stray so we don't have any idea who mom or dad is.
Oliver is about 11 weeks old right now and he is a smart little guy. He already knows how to sit and give paw. He is very curious about his surroundings and enjoys playing with other dogs. If you are paying attention he will bark at you to go outside to potty.
Oliver will need an active family that will include him in hiking, camping or other fun activities. Please fill out an application from our website if you would like to meet Oliver. Fenced yard required.
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
8. Biscuit
Adult · Male · Golden Retriever / Great Pyrenees / Mixed (long coat) · 25 mi from Yadkinville






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
9. Meatball
Adult · Male · French Bulldog / English Bulldog / Mixed (short coat) · 25 mi from Yadkinville






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
10. Sasha
Adult · Female · Terrier / Mixed (short coat) · 25 mi from Yadkinville




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
11. Baxter
Young (10 months) · Male · Chihuahua / Dachshund / Mixed (short coat) · 27 mi from Yadkinville


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
12. Sugar Chi
Senior (14 years 9 months) · Female · Chihuahua (short coat) · 27 mi from Yadkinville


Sugar Chi is a female senior Chihuahua, but don't let her age fool you. She is still very healthy and active. She would like to be held most of the time, but she's pretty independent, too. As with many little older dogs, she can be a little nervous and she doesn't like for you to get in her face. Her adoption fee is $200. She is fully vetted, spayed, microchipped, and up-to-date on immunizations.
To adopt Sugar Chi, fill out an adoption form at RuffLoveRescue.com/adopt
Ruff Love Rescue is located in Thomasville, NC
- House-trained
13. Minnie
Adult (4 years 11 months) · Female · Great Pyrenees / Mixed (long coat) · 27 mi from Yadkinville




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
14. Bane
Adult · Male · Great Pyrenees / Mixed (long coat) · 27 mi from Yadkinville


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
15. Evie
Adult (1 year 5 months) · Female · Great Pyrenees / Beagle / Mixed (medium coat) · 27 mi from Yadkinville







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
16. Razin
Adult · Male · Australian Shepherd (long coat) · 27 mi from Yadkinville




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
17. Aura
Adult (2 years) · Female · Labrador Retriever / Mixed (long coat) · 27 mi from Yadkinville



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
18. Beaufort
Young (6 months) · Male · Hound / Mixed (short coat) · 27 mi from Yadkinville



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
19. Nyla
Adult (2 years) · Female · Labrador Retriever / Mixed (short coat) · 27 mi from Yadkinville







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
20. Bridget
Adult · Female · Great Pyrenees / Mixed (long coat) · 27 mi from Yadkinville




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
Rescues and shelters near Yadkinville
The rescues with the most dogs listed within 50 miles of Yadkinville.
- Ruff Love Foster Care and Dog RescueThomasville, NC · 35 dogs · 27 mi from Yadkinville
How to adopt from Ruff Love Foster Care and Dog Rescue
adoption application, including all pets spayed/neutered, UTD on vaccines inclluding Heartworm. on approval a home visit and 10 day home trial with a personal adoption coordinator and support from a local trainer. Adoption fees are $150- $200
- Piedmont Animal RescueMooresville, NC · 31 dogs · 41 mi from Yadkinville
How to adopt from Piedmont Animal Rescue
Application, vet reference, home checks, contracts, fees are $75 and up
- Iredell County Animal Services and Control DepartmentStatesville, NC · 22 dogs · 31 mi from Yadkinville
- Catawba County Animal Care and ControlNewton, NC · 16 dogs · 47 mi from Yadkinville
- Gram Rescue RanchWinston Salem, NC · 7 dogs · 20 mi from Yadkinville
How to adopt from Gram Rescue Ranch
We require a contract to be filled out with potential adopter agreeing to certain requirements to take proper care of the animal. We will need to verify information on the adoption contract before approving potential adopter. We need to check your vet reference, if you rent or own, verify if you have a fenced in yard (only a requirement for some dogs). Our adoption fee varies.
- Surry Animal RescueMount Airy, NC · 7 dogs · 25 mi from Yadkinville
How to adopt from Surry Animal Rescue
We have a thorough adoption process that includes an adoption application, vet check (All current and past pets have to be current on vacs. and spayed/neutered), and home check (fence required for larger dogs, etc.). If those come out good and the adoption is finalized, there is an adoption fee that is paid and a contract is signed by the adopter stating that the animal must be routinely vetted and the animal is not allowed to go to any other home w/out the rescue's approval. All of our animals are spayed/neutered before adopting out and currenton vacs (as well as flea and HW meds).
- Atlantic Rottweiler Rescue FoundationMooresville, NC · 7 dogs · 41 mi from Yadkinville
- Tails of the UnwantedGreensboro, NC · 6 dogs · 43 mi from Yadkinville
How to adopt from Tails of the Unwanted
Application Verify Residence with public records Phone interview Vet Reference Personal Reference Adoptee speaks with foster Meet n Greet/ Home Visit
- Hart-2-Heart Rescue, Inc.Greensboro, NC · 3 dogs · 47 mi from Yadkinville
How to adopt from Hart-2-Heart Rescue, Inc.
Fees: $500 (includes physical/vaccinations/heartworm test/spay/neuter/dental) Adoption Contract Required: Vet & Reference checks, Home visit, fenced yard and no children under 10 years.
- Pug Rescue of North Carolina, Inc.Elizabeth City, NC · 1 dog · 36 mi from Yadkinville
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
- House of Paws Dog RescueKannapolis, NC · 1 dog · 45 mi from Yadkinville
Adopting a dog in Yadkinville
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 Yadkinville
How many dogs are up for adoption in Yadkinville?
As of November 4, 2026, 136 dogs and puppies are listed for adoption within 50 miles of Yadkinville, North Carolina, by 11 rescues and shelters. The list is updated every day.
Where can I adopt a dog in Yadkinville?
The rescues with the most dogs near Yadkinville right now are Ruff Love Foster Care and Dog Rescue (Thomasville, NC), Piedmont Animal Rescue (Mooresville, NC) and Iredell County Animal Services and Control Department (Statesville, NC). Each dog above has the rescue's phone number and website.
Are there puppies for adoption in Yadkinville?
Yes. 21 puppys are up for adoption within 50 miles of Yadkinville.
How do I adopt a dog in Yadkinville?
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.