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Dogs for Adoption in Ephrata, PA: 20 Dogs Looking for a Home

Dogs up for adoption near Ephrata, PA

46 dogs and puppies are waiting for homes at 4 rescues and shelters within 25 miles of Ephrata. 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 25 miles of Ephrata, 4 puppies, 6 young dogs, 7 adults and 1 senior. The breeds you'll see most are Pit Bull Terrier, Labrador Retriever and American Pit Bull Terrier, along with plenty of one-of-a-kind mixes.

1. Sunny

Young (1 year 10 months) · Male · Corgi (medium coat) · 13 mi from Ephrata

This adorable boy is Sunny! He is a ray of sunshine just like his name! He loves playing by with other dogs. He lived with cats though liked to chase them in his previous home. He would do best with older children since he can be a little shy to meet new people.

  • Good with kids
  • Good with dogs

2. Luna

Adult (3 years 6 months) · Female · Chihuahua (short coat) · 13 mi from Ephrata

Luna is small but mighty in personality! She is shy at first but with some time is the sweetest wiggly girl who loves her people. She does well with other dogs and may not mind sharing her home with cats. Luna is spayed, microchipped, and up to date on age appropriate vaccines. She is available for a meet and greet by appointment. If you think she may be the furever match for your family, please fill out an adoption application! Applications are available at our location as well as online at petpantrylc.org. From there, our adoption coordinator will be in touch!

  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats

3. Horton

Puppy (6 months) · Male · American Pit Bull Terrier / Mixed (short coat) · 13 mi from Ephrata

This petite 6 month old puppy is Horton! He is THE BEST. He doesn’t know a stranger when meeting people or other dogs! He may do well with cats with a slow and proper introduction. He promises to bring lots of laughter and joy to your family if you choose him!

  • Good with kids
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats

4. Poptart

Adult (3 years 6 months) · Female · Great Pyrenees (long coat) · 13 mi from Ephrata

This gentle giant is Poptart! She is estimated to be about 3 years old.
She was transferred to us from an open admission shelter after being found as a stray and never reclaimed by her owners, which we can’t understand why.
She is the sweetest girl that enjoys being outside, but enjoys being inside and around her people just as much.
She does well with other dogs that let her be the boss.
She is house trained too.

Come meet Poptart and you are guaranteed to fall in love!

  • Good with kids
  • Good with dogs
  • House-trained
Adopt Poptart fromPet Pantry of Lancaster County, Inc.Lancaster, PA · listed Oct 1

5. Deuce

Adult (3 years 1 month) · Male · Shih Tzu / Poodle (Miniature) / Mixed (long coat) · 13 mi from Ephrata

Deuce is a 3 year old handsome guy and he knows it. He is a little full of himself and likes to be the boss of other dogs and some people too. If you are looking for a walking buddy Deuce may be your man.

Deuce is neutered, up to date on vaccines, microchipped, dewormed and started on heartworm preventives. He is currently in a foster home. If you would like to meet him please go to our web site and fill out an adoption application.

  • Good with dogs
  • House-trained

6. Biscotti

Puppy (9 months) · Male · Labrador Retriever / Poodle (Standard) / Mixed (medium coat) · 13 mi from Ephrata

This scruffy 8 month old puppy is Biscotti!

Just like his name, he’s the sweetest part of your morning! Biscotti is looking for an active family to explore the world with while helping him learn boundaries. He loves everyone he meets and enjoys playing with other dogs, too. He is in a foster home and does great with the other dogs. He is learning the cat is not another dog to rough play with, so would do best with a cat that is dog savvy. He adores the children that he shares his home with and enjoys going for walks with them!

If you’re looking for a fun, happy-go-lucky adventure buddy, Biscotti might just be your guy!

  • Good with kids
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
  • House-trained
Adopt Biscotti fromPet Pantry of Lancaster County, Inc.Lancaster, PA · listed Sep 18

7. Hunter

Young (2 months 27 days) · Male · Belgian Shepherd Malinois · 13 mi from Ephrata

Meet Hunter!

This handsome 2-year-old Belgian Malinois came to us from an open admission shelter after being surrendered for no fault of his own.

Hunter is looking for an active, breed savvy home that understands the needs of a Malinois and will help set him up for success.

He bonds quickly with his people and is very in tune with his handler. Hunter does well with other dogs. While he is tolerant of male dogs, he would prefer a female dog companion. He has no history with cats.

Hunter loves playing, walking, and hiking, and he does well on leash around both people and other dogs. He is house trained and does well in a kennel as well as a crate.

Read more about Hunter

If you think you may be the right fit for Hunter and are interested in giving this handsome guy his forever home, please fill out an adoption application here: https://petpantrylc.org/rescue/adoption-application/

  • No young kids
  • Good with dogs
  • House-trained
Adopt Hunter fromPet Pantry of Lancaster County, Inc.Lancaster, PA · listed Sep 18

8. Raya

Young (2 years 1 month) · Female · Australian Shepherd / Mixed (medium coat) · 13 mi from Ephrata

This pretty 2 year old Australian shepherd mix came from us after living her life outside. She is very much an indoor dog, wanting to be part of a family! She is a dream inside and is house trained and quiet in a crate! She is social with people and other dogs. She loves splashing in the water and playing fetch! She has prey drive so she needs a home without cats, otherwise she will chase!

Raya is available for foster or adoption!

  • Good with kids
  • Good with dogs
  • No cats

9. Daisy

Female · American Staffordshire Terrier / Pit Bull Terrier / Mixed · 15 mi from Ephrata

Meet Daisy!

Read more about Daisy

Through no fault of her own, this beautiful girl is looking for a new place to call home. She is incredibly loving, sweet, and ready to fill someone's life with unconditional love. Daisy is deaf but but that doesn't stop her from being a wonderful companion! She even responds to hand signals. Daisy previously lived as the only dog, so she may thrive in a home where she can be the center of attention. At 6 years old, she has so much love left to give and deserves a family who will cherish her for the special girl she is. Could you be her happily ever after? Please consider adopting or sharing her story to help her find the loving home she deserves! To adopt: https://papitstop.org/adoptables Kennel # 17451 PA Pitstop Shillington, PA 19607

Adopt Daisy fromPA Pit StopShillington, PA · listed Oct 21

10. Otis

Male · Pit Bull Terrier / Mixed · 15 mi from Ephrata

Meet Helen's litter! Helen came to us in an emergency situation. She was stuck in a high kill southern shelter, very pregnant. We had to make an immediate decision to pull her out of that dangerous situation just 9 days before she gave birth to 12 beautiful babies that were born 9/8/26.

They will be ready to go to permanent homes after 11/3/26. They have had one round of puppy shots and have been dewormed. They will be due for their second set of puppy shots by 11/17.

To apply:
https://papitstop.org/adoptables

Kennel # 17451

PA Pitstop

Shillington, PA 19607

Adopt Otis fromPA Pit StopShillington, PA · listed Oct 15

11. Theo

Male · Pit Bull Terrier / Mixed · 15 mi from Ephrata

Meet Helen's litter! Helen came to us in an emergency situation. She was stuck in a high kill southern shelter, very pregnant. We had to make an immediate decision to pull her out of that dangerous situation just 9 days before she gave birth to 12 beautiful babies that were born 9/8/26.

They will be ready to go to permanent homes after 11/3/26. They have had one round of puppy shots and have been dewormed. They will be due for their second set of puppy shots by 11/17.

To apply:
https://papitstop.org/adoptables

Kennel # 17451

PA Pitstop

Shillington, PA 19607

Adopt Theo fromPA Pit StopShillington, PA · listed Oct 15

12. Jethro

Male · Pit Bull Terrier / Mixed · 15 mi from Ephrata

Meet Helen's litter! Helen came to us in an emergency situation. She was stuck in a high kill southern shelter, very pregnant. We had to make an immediate decision to pull her out of that dangerous situation just 9 days before she gave birth to 12 beautiful babies that were born 9/8/26.

They will be ready to go to permanent homes after 11/3/26. They have had one round of puppy shots and have been dewormed. They will be due for their second set of puppy shots by 11/17.

To apply:

https://papitstop.org/adoptables

Kennel # 17451

PA Pitstop

Shillington, PA 19607

Adopt Jethro fromPA Pit StopShillington, PA · listed Oct 15

13. Clyde

Male · Pit Bull Terrier / Mixed · 15 mi from Ephrata

Meet Helen's litter! Helen came to us in an emergency situation. She was stuck in a high kill southern shelter, very pregnant. We had to make an immediate decision to pull her out of that dangerous situation just 9 days before she gave birth to 12 beautiful babies that were born 9/8/26.

They will be ready to go to permanent homes after 11/3/26. They have had one round of puppy shots and have been dewormed. They will be due for their second set of puppy shots by 11/17.

To apply:
https://papitstop.org/adoptables

Kennel # 17451

PA Pitstop

Shillington, PA 19607

Adopt Clyde fromPA Pit StopShillington, PA · listed Oct 15

14. Dorothy

Female · Pit Bull Terrier / Mixed · 15 mi from Ephrata

Meet Helen's litter! Helen came to us in an emergency situation. She was stuck in a high kill southern shelter, very pregnant. We had to make an immediate decision to pull her out of that dangerous situation just 9 days before she gave birth to 12 beautiful babies that were born 9/8/26.

They will be ready to go to permanent homes after 11/3/26. They have had one round of puppy shots and have been dewormed. They will be due for their second set of puppy shots by 11/17.

To apply:
https://papitstop.org/adoptables

Kennel # 17451

PA Pitstop

Shillington, PA 19607

Adopt Dorothy fromPA Pit StopShillington, PA · listed Oct 15

15. Betty

Female · Pit Bull Terrier / Mixed · 15 mi from Ephrata

Meet Helen's litter! Helen came to us in an emergency situation. She was stuck in a high kill southern shelter, very pregnant. We had to make an immediate decision to pull her out of that dangerous situation just 9 days before she gave birth to 12 beautiful babies that were born 9/8/26.

They will be ready to go to permanent homes after 11/3/26. They have had one round of puppy shots and have been dewormed. They will be due for their second set of puppy shots by 11/17.

To apply:
https://papitstop.org/adoptables

Kennel # 17451

PA Pitstop

Shillington, PA 19607

Adopt Betty fromPA Pit StopShillington, PA · listed Oct 15

16. Ruth

Female · Pit Bull Terrier / Mixed · 15 mi from Ephrata

Meet Helen's litter! Helen came to us in an emergency situation. She was stuck in a high kill southern shelter, very pregnant. We had to make an immediate decision to pull her out of that dangerous situation just 9 days before she gave birth to 12 beautiful babies that were born 9/8/26.

They will be ready to go to permanent homes after 11/3/26. They have had one round of puppy shots and have been dewormed. They will be due for their second set of puppy shots by 11/17.

To apply:
https://papitstop.org/adoptables

Kennel # 17451

PA Pitstop

Shillington, PA 19607

Adopt Ruth fromPA Pit StopShillington, PA · listed Oct 15

17. Lance

Male · Hound / Mixed · 15 mi from Ephrata

Meet Lance! This handsome guy is about 20lbs and around 17 weeks old. He has spent more of his puppyhood in a shelter instead of romping and playing like he deserves. He is waiting for the perfect person to swoop him up and show him all the love and fun he can have in a happy home. He is up to date on shots, and not yet neutered.

To apply:
https://papitstop.org/adoptables

Kennel # 17451

PA Pitstop

Shillington, PA 19607

Adopt Lance fromPA Pit StopShillington, PA · listed Sep 22

18. Delta

Female · Australian Kelpie / Mixed · 15 mi from Ephrata

Meet Delta Just look at those adorable ears! Delta is a precious 1–2-year-old girl weighing about 25 pounds, and she is still very much a puppy at heart! She has some puppy energy to burn and is always ready for fun and adventure Delta loves being outside, taking long walks, and playing with the other dogs. She also enjoys spending time with people and soaking up all the attention and affection they are willing to give her. Because Delta is an active young girl, she would do best with an active family and a securely fenced yard where she can run, play, and enjoy being a dog. She has so much love and personality to share and is ready to find a family who will continue to help her grow into the wonderful companion she is meant to be. Delta is HW negative!

Read more about Delta

To apply:
https://papitstop.org/adoptables

Kennel # 17451

PA Pitstop

Shillington, PA 19607

Adopt Delta fromPA Pit StopShillington, PA · listed Sep 22

19. Jane

Female · Labrador Retriever / Mixed · 15 mi from Ephrata

Jane Female 39 lbs 1-3 YO HW positive Our Little Bookworm! Jane must be a pretty smart girl because Jane was picked up at the local library after this sweet girl wandered inside and decided to do a little exploring! We have no idea what Jane was looking for… maybe a book about finding the perfect family? Unfortunately, Jane’s library adventure landed her at the shelter, and although it was clear she had a family at some point, sadly, no one ever came to claim her. Jane is such a gentle, loving girl. She walks beautifully on a leash and gets along wonderfully with the other dogs. She truly seems to be the kind of girl who would make a wonderful companion and just wants someone to love her. Jane is heartworm positive, so she will need to complete treatment before she can travel to her new home. We are looking at October for her arrive to PA. After all, every good book deserves a happy ending… and Jane’s story is still being written.

Read more about Jane

To apply:

https://papitstop.org/adoptables

Kennel # 17451

PA Pitstop

Shillington, PA 19607

Adopt Jane fromPA Pit StopShillington, PA · listed Sep 17

20. Kelsey

Female · Hound / Mixed · 15 mi from Ephrata

Meet Kelsey — A Little Girl Who Has Been Through So Much

Read more about Kelsey

Kelsey is a 2–4-year-old female came in weighing just 20 pounds, and she was very underweight. She was picked up by Animal Control on a rural road, and it appears she had been on her own for quite some time. Kelsey was skin and bones and had abrasions on her head and back. We can only imagine what she has been through or how she ended up in this condition. Despite everything, this sweet girl is still happy and friendly with the volunteers. She has worked extremely hard at recovery and has gained some much-needed weight. The good news is that Kelsey is heartworm negative and spayed! Getting Kelsey into the shelter and securing a foster may have saved her life, but now she needs the next step - a home to call her own. She has already fought so hard just to survive. Now she deserves the chance to recover and finally know what it feels like to be safe, loved, and cared for.

To adopt: https://papitstop.org/adoptables

Kennel # 17451

PA Pitstop

Shillington, PA 19607

Adopt Kelsey fromPA Pit StopShillington, PA · listed Sep 4

Rescues and shelters near Ephrata

The rescues with the most dogs listed within 25 miles of Ephrata.

  • PA Pit StopShillington, PA · 27 dogs · 15 mi from Ephrata
    How to adopt from PA Pit Stop

    Application with references required Home Visit Contract Adoption Fee $250-600

  • Pet Pantry of Lancaster County, Inc.Lancaster, PA · 9 dogs · 13 mi from Ephrata
    How to adopt from Pet Pantry of Lancaster County, Inc.

    All potential adopters are required to complete an application, sign an adoption agreement and sterilization agreement (unless pet is already fixed). Home inspection, reference calls and background checks are completed prior to approval. Fees range from $65 - $125 depending upon the age of the cat.

  • Peace Love and Poms RescueLebanon, PA · 5 dogs · 15 mi from Ephrata
    How to adopt from Peace Love and Poms Rescue

    Submit application, then a vet reference is conducted, then a telephone interview is conducted, then personal references are conducted, then a home visit. All dogs are spayed or neutered prior to adoption. An adoption contract is signed by the adopter along with a donation.

  • 2nd Chance 4 LifeElizabethtown, PA · 5 dogs · 23 mi from Ephrata
    How to adopt from 2nd Chance 4 Life

    Potential adopters will need to fill out an adoption application including 2 personal references, neighbor reference, job reference, and vet reference. We require a home check to make sure the dog is going to a safe environment. We do not adopt to people with children under the age of 5. Adopters MUST own their own home. If we are requiring a fence it must be a physical fence..

Adopting a dog in Ephrata

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 Ephrata

How many dogs are up for adoption in Ephrata?

As of November 4, 2026, 46 dogs and puppies are listed for adoption within 25 miles of Ephrata, Pennsylvania, by 4 rescues and shelters. The list is updated every day.

Where can I adopt a dog in Ephrata?

The rescues with the most dogs near Ephrata right now are PA Pit Stop (Shillington, PA), Pet Pantry of Lancaster County, Inc. (Lancaster, PA) and Peace Love and Poms Rescue (Lebanon, PA). Each dog above has the rescue's phone number and website.

Are there puppies for adoption in Ephrata?

Yes. 4 puppys are up for adoption within 25 miles of Ephrata.

How do I adopt a dog in Ephrata?

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.