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

Of course, she still absolutely enjoys being a lap dog and soaking up attention. But she’s also discovered that walking around is pretty fun—and she’d be perfectly happy tagging along as your little hiking buddy. And when something suspicious happens? She’ll be right there on guard duty, ready to make sure everyone knows she takes her job VERY seriously.

She’s a wonderful little companion who does well with respectful children over 8, other dogs, and cats. She has the perfect mix of cuddly companion, adventurous sidekick, and pint-sized security system.

So if you’re looking for a dog who can
snuggle on the couch, hit the trails, and protect the household from absolutely nothing in particular
, this girl has you covered!

Peppa has been spayed, microchipped, dewormed, and has had age appropriate vaccinations. If you are interested in adopting, apply on the Castaway Critters official website at https://www.castawaycritters.org/apply-to-adopt .

This boy wants nothing more than to be near his humans at all times. If you sit down, Winston is right there beside you. If there’s a bed available, he fully believes it belongs to both of you. He’s affectionate, cuddly, playful, mischievous, and always ready for the next adventure.

Winston is smart and full of potential. He’s already housetrained and eager to learn, but he’ll need guidance, consistency, and someone willing to help him channel all that youthful energy into becoming the amazing dog he’s meant to be. He loves fetch with tennis balls, tug-of-war with rope toys, chewing on bones, and honestly, he’s happy to accept just about any treat or snack offered his way.

He’s somewhat chatty, especially around mealtime, and his lively personality keeps everyone smiling. Winston does well with children and other dogs, but he would do best in a home without cats. More than anything, Winston deserves a family that will show him what kindness, patience, and unconditional love really look like. After everything he’s been through, he’s still loving, happy, and ready to give his whole heart to someone.

Winston is neutered, up to date on shots, housetrained, and microchipped. If you are interested in adopting him, please fill out an application found on Castaway Critters website using this link: https://www.castawaycritters.org/apply-to-adopt .

He’s a gentle soul who is learning trust is a fun thing.
To adopt Sullivan, please complete an adoption application at peacelovepoms.rescuegroups.org. The $350 adoption donation ($250 for senior citizens 65+) includes core vaccines (Rabies, Parvo/Distemper, and Bordatella), Accuplex (Heart worm and Lyme test), fecal, microchip, bloodwork, neuter, dental, and all the love you can handle! PA Kennel License 17652, Lebanon, PA

The $350 adoption donation ($250 for senior citizens 65+) includes core vaccines (Rabies, Parvo/Distemper, and Bordatella), Accuplex (Heart worm and Lyme test), fecal, microchip, bloodwork, neuter, dental, and all the love you can handle! PA Kennel License 17652, Lebanon, PA

He thrives with other small dogs his age to play with and show him the ropes. Kai will attach to his adult people once he trust you and that involves giving him some space to figure things out, providing him a crate for security, and understanding he will come around in his own time. Kai is a comical, affectionate boy once he settles in, does well in a dog carrier for car rides, is house trained to use pee pads or potty outside, and is doing well learning how to be a dog now. Kai is on anxiety medication that have literally saved his life, allowed him to break barriers, and be a dog again. These medications should be continued for life for his physical and mental health. Kai would not be a good match to live full time with children, but visits and short exposure would be okay with supervision. This little guy will need time to settle into a new home, space, and patience from a new family, but once he does, he will bring joy to a new home.
To adopt Kai, please complete an adoption application at peacelovepoms.rescuegroups.org. The $350 adoption donation ($250 for senior citizens 65+) includes core vaccines (Rabies, Parvo/Distemper,and Bordatella), Accuplex (Heart worm and Lyme test), fecal, microchip, bloodwork, neuter, dental, and all the love you can handle! PA Kennel License 17652, Lebanon, PA

The $350 adoption donation ($250 for senior citizens 65+) includes core vaccines (Rabies, Parvo/Distemper, and Bordatella), Accuplex (Heart worm and Lyme test), fecal, microchip, bloodwork, neuter, dental, and all the love you can handle! PA Kennel License 17652 Lebanon, PA

Chew toys are important to him. He takes them all to his bed, along with the older dog’s worn-out stuffed animals. And you might find that he hoarded a sock in there! He likes small toys, including Kongs and hardened bones. Sometimes he runs circles around the house, throws and chases the Kong, even engages old Sami in a bit of fun chasing. He does object to her taking his bone, rightfully so. He explores the back yard more every day and likes to be outside. When he’s done playing and running, he naps!

Nick quickly learned to go for walks with and without the other dog and adapted well to wearing a harness.

He hasn’t been timid when meeting my young granddaughter and the neighbors: he went right up to them to be petted. He loves affection and gives it back. So far, he appears to be house trained, but it’s only been three days, as I write this, so no guarantees. He easily accepts being in his crate when I leave the house.

This little guy could be an only dog with people who will give him lots of attention and play with him, or he could live with other friendly dogs and cats. Children should probably be 10 years and older, due to his size.

From abandoned to treasured, Nicolas is ready for his new start! Our southern shelter partner witnessed Nicolas being left in a crate, inside a dog park in front of the shelter after hours. Thank goodness a volunteer was there to witness this happening, otherwise Nicolas would have spent the night terrified and alone in a crate outside. Fortunately, he was quickly secured and brought to the safety of a local foster home!

Nicolas is 3-years old and weighs around 11 lbs. He is a shy but friendly little guy who gets comfort from humans, dogs, and cats alike! In his SC foster home, he actually befriended an indoor pig and was often caught cuddling on a dog bed with his swine bestie. Nicolas has super soft fur and doesn't shed much, but we'll never promise that he's "hypoallergenic" since we don't know for sure what he's mixed with. Nicolas would love a home with a friendly dog or cat in residence to help show him the ropes and give him confidence, but he might do okay as the only dog too, as long as his humans are patient and give him time and space to flourish.

To adopt Nicolas, please apply on our website! https://www.nirvanaanimalrescue.org/adoption-application

Please note we cannot guarantee the age or breed of any of our dogs. All of our dogs are working on their crate and house training.

Nicolas' adoption fee is $350, which covers his neuter, vaccines, 4dx test, and monthly flea/tick and heartworm prevention.

PA Kennel License #18366

Mackie is 3 years old and weighs 6 lbs. He is a super chill, easy-going little guy. He is shy at first with new people and dogs but makes friends after a few minutes! Like your typical chihuahua, he bonds quickly and fiercely to his people and is the stereotypical lap dog. Mackie has met cats and been unphased by them, even ignoring one who hissed loudly in his face. He's met several dogs and loves ones who are his size and on the gentle side like him! He's not a fan of the crate and would much rather be with you, touching you, on you, etc. He's done well with pottying outside but does mark inside, so he wears a belly band currently. Once he's neutered on Oct 27, this behavior should significantly decrease or cease entirely! Due to his small and delicate size, he will not be placed with children under 10 years old.

Mackie will be neutered on October 27 and ready to join his forever family then. To adopt Mackie, please apply on our website! https://www.nirvanaanimalrescue.org/adoption-application

Please note we cannot guarantee the age or breed of any of our dogs. All of our dogs are working on their crate and house training.

Mackie's adoption fee is $350, which includes his neuter, vaccines, microchip, and monthly flea/tick and heartworm prevention.

PA Kennel License #18366

Paris is around 2 years old, weighs 9 lbs, and is an estimated chihuahua/dachshund/miniature pinscher mix. She is a shy but always sweet girl who thrives when she's surrounded by other dogs, so she'll need a home with at least one other friendly dog! Once she warms up, get ready for a constant companion who demands pets and cuddles all the time! Paris loves giving kisses, getting belly rubs, and just generally being on, around, and near her people at all times. Once cuddle time is over, she'll make herself comfortable in her nesting dog bed, but be careful - she's a constant burrower and you'll often have to peel back multiple layers of blankets to find where she's hiding! Paris is comfortable in the crate overnight and when foster mom leaves the house, but she'd also be very happy to join you in bed if that's more your style. She's doing very well with house training, but sometimes she forgets to go when outside because she's too busy begging for your attention. She does well with frequent breaks and monitoring when she's outside to make sure she handles business!

Paris is in foster care with five other dogs of all different shapes and sizes. She does well with them all, and can often be found cuddling up to them on the couch or trying to invite play, even with the much larger pittie! Paris must be placed in a home with at least one friendly resident dog, but her ideal home would have at least two or three other dogs in it. She thrives in the comfort of a pack! Since she is shy, children must be aged 10 or up. We have not seen her with cats but can test her with them for an approved adopter.

Paris will be spayed on December 15, after which she'll be ready to join her own forever family.

To adopt Paris, please apply on our website! https://www.nirvanaanimalrescue.org/adoption-application

Please note we cannot guarantee the age or breed of any of our dogs. All of our dogs are working on their crate and house training.

Paris' adoption fee is $350, which includes her spay, vaccines, microchip, and monthly flea, tick, and heartworm prevention.

PA Kennel License #18366

Magpie is 1 year old and weighs a little less than 40 lbs. She's a spunky, happy girl who jumps into every new situation with confidence and energy! She made herself right at home in her foster home and integrated well with the two resident dogs there. She also shares her home with older children who are too sturdy to be knocked over by her puppy hops! As a young dog, Magpie is a clean slate, ready to absorb any type of training you'd like to do with her. With just a little bit of time and training, Magpie will make the perfect companion to the lucky person/people who adopt her.

To adopt Magpie, please apply on our website! https://www.nirvanaanimalrescue.org/adoption-application

Please note we cannot guarantee the age or breed of any of our dogs. All of our dogs are working on their crate and house training.

Magpie's adoption fee is $350, which covers her spay, vaccines, monthly heartworm and flea/tick prevention, and microchip.

PA Kennel License #18366

Thankfully, the shelter staff in West Virginia saw what a special girl I am. They’ll tell ya I’m VERY SWEET, I know how to SIT and DOWN, and I take treats ever so gently. I’m also a fetch fanatic! Although, fair warning, you may not always get the ball back. I like to keep things interesting!

I love my people and hope for all the attention I was deprived of before. I’m ready to make up for lost time with plenty of cuddles, playtime and fun!

So if you’re up for laughter, adventure and lots of good times, look no further. Here I am!

I’m Lucille, and I’m ready to bring a little more happiness, a lot more love and plenty of life’s cherry-on-top moments into your home! ❤️

Kennel License #7198 To submit an adoption application, visit mollysplacerescue.org. Fill the form out completely, print, scan and email back to mollysplace@verizon.net. You must obtain pre-approval prior to visiting the dog or cat. Adoptions fees include the following: spay/neuter surgery, microchip and registration, age appropriate vaccinations, initial dewormings, Activyl for fleas, tested for FeLV and FIV (cats only), bubble bath prior to going home (dogs only) WE do not "HOLD" animals without an approved application and a non-refundable/non-transferable paid adoption fee. Adoptions are on a first come, first serve basis. We can not send extra pictures. WE do not ship, you must pick up the pet. Kitties must be transported in a secure cat carrier. Pooches require a "martingale" collar and a non-retractable leash.

But the folks at the pound saw something my owner had forgotten. I’m SWEETER THAN SWEET! I still have a spring in my step, a twinkle in my eye and a whole lotta LOVE to give!

When I caught my Freedom Ride to Molly’s Place, I had a few young bucks along for the trip. Good grief, those whippersnappers got on my last nerve at first! But I’ve loosened up, joined in playtime, soaked up some sunshine and even learned to enjoy hanging out with the youngsters. No issues with other doggies here! Guess this old gal still knows how ta have a good time!

And don’t let my age fool ya! No senior moments here! I know how to SIT, take treats ever so GENTLY and walk pretty darn well on a leash. B

Now, I will admit, I’m a bit of a Velcro gal. After being left behind once, I’d much rather tag along with my family than sit home wondering where everybody went. I’m a people-loving, lap-warming, snuggle-bug kinda girl!

And with winter right around the corner, WHO NEEDS AN ELECTRIC BLANKET WHEN YA GOT HAZEL? I’ll keep ya warm n toasty! I also understand that the BEST things in life are love, loyalty and a comfy place beside my human.

So COME ON! Get off yer duff and come get this girl! Nine years old doesn’t mean my story is over. It just means I’m ready for the BEST CHAPTER YET!

I’m Hazel, and I may be a senior, but my LOVE has NO EXPIRATION DATE! ❤️

Kennel License #7198 To submit an adoption application, visit mollysplacerescue.org. Fill the form out completely, print, scan and email back to mollysplace@verizon.net. You must obtain pre-approval prior to visiting the dog or cat. Adoptions fees include the following: spay/neuter surgery, microchip and registration, age appropriate vaccinations, initial dewormings, Activyl for fleas, tested for FeLV and FIV (cats only), bubble bath prior to going home (dogs only) WE do not "HOLD" animals without an approved application and a non-refundable/non-transferable paid adoption fee. Adoptions are on a first come, first serve basis. We can not send extra pictures. WE do not ship, you must pick up the pet. Kitties must be transported in a secure cat carrier. Pooches require a "martingale" collar and a non-retractable leash.

Found in WV trying to get into a nearby home and having to foraging for food in trash cans, I was just about starving and longed for human attention! I also had a “Bald Rear End" (aka a skin condition). I followed a dog walker home certain I had found a friend.. sadly, because of my breed, he initially was intimidated. “A loose bully?” YIKES! But with my "Over the Top" friendly and playful demeanor, it took a minute to show him I was a “Good Old Boy” at heart.

Taken to the shelter, I got food and skin testing done. Guess what? Skin scrapings was NEGATIVE, just uncared for allergies while out n about starving.

On the mend now, looking better every day, I’ve shown I’m good with other dogs, (can be cat tested if needed). I do run and play chase, but I'm a little dopier than other’s my age.. I’m more of a “Lope along kind a guy”! I’ve got a gentle demeaner, take treats nicely and am great in a car.

SUPER friendly with people, I really can be hugged and cuddled, but have yet to meet little kids, so that’s an unknown.

I’m truly a “diamond” just waiting to shine.. just need someone to call my own, give me a chance and a warm someone to snuggle up for loving this winter. Could that be with you?

Kennel License #7198 To submit an adoption application, visit mollysplacerescue.org. Fill the form out completely, print, scan and email back to mollysplace@verizon.net. You must obtain pre-approval prior to visiting the dog or cat. Adoptions fees include the following: spay/neuter surgery, microchip and registration, age appropriate vaccinations, initial dewormings, Activyl for fleas, tested for FeLV and FIV (cats only), bubble bath prior to going home (dogs only) WE do not "HOLD" animals without an approved application and a non-refundable/non-transferable paid adoption fee. Adoptions are on a first come, first serve basis. We can not send extra pictures. WE do not ship, you must pick up the pet. Kitties must be transported in a secure cat carrier. Pooches require a "martingale" collar and a non-retractable leash.