Puppies for Adoption in Harrisburg, PA: 12 Puppies Looking for a Home
By Dogs of the Day · Updated

Rescues and shelters within 25 miles of Harrisburg have 12 puppies up for adoption. Here are all 12, each with photos, their story and how to reach the rescue looking after them.
Puppies are usually the first to be adopted, so if one catches your eye, get in touch with the rescue soon.
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1. Jagger
Puppy (5 months 28 days) · Male · Anatolian Shepherd / Shepherd / Mixed (medium coat) · 9 mi from Harrisburg








Jagger is my name and jibbin/jaggin is my game! Yep, I've got the moves fur sure! Weather i'm kickin up my paws with a case of ZOOMIES or playin chase with my doggie pals, this boy knows how ta have a GOOD TIME!
They tell me I'm an Anatolian Shepherd mix, which means I've still got some growin ta do! Got a little extra skin ta fill out and chances are I'll be a BIG HANDSOME fella someday. But hey, who knows just how big?
One thing fur certain, everybody keeps tellin me I'm TRULY A LOOKER! And who am I ta argue? Wink, wink:)
Read more about Jagger
My story didn't start out all sunshine and tail wags, ya see I was found wanderin as a stray in WV and ended up in a High Kill Shelter. The shelter folks coudn't fur the life of em figure out why nobody came looking, I mean "SOMEONE" must ta loved me once! I was taught ta sit and take treat "OH, SO GENTLY!" Ya'd think a handsome hunk like me woulda been a keeper!
Molly's Place got word, took one look and I was a DONE DEAL! Punched my ticket to PA. Having passed the "CAT TEST at the pound, I've also shown ta be good with other doggies in play. Humans? Oh boy, I love, Love, LOVE their attention fur sure. Now I gotta be honest, I'm still a youngin... have puppy energy, so little kiddos may accidentally get bowled over with my enthusiasm, so best older kiddos fur me!
So that's my scoop, I'm a handsome, fun-lovin, zoomie powered boy who does settle down for Loving with their person! If that sound like a match, get your applications in.
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.
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
2. Lily
Puppy (2 months 23 days) · Female · Beagle / Australian Shepherd / Mixed (medium coat) · 9 mi from Harrisburg









Meet Lily! She
is
one of 7 Beagle/Australian Shepherd mix puppies that came to us from Alabama. These little love bugs are super friendly. They are playful and get along well with kids and other puppies. They will be able to go to any type of home. They are probably going to weigh around 40lbs at adulthood. They have 3 DAPP vaccines, Rabies Vaccine, and are microchipped. If you don't have an approved adoption application and want to be considered for them. You will want to apply online at http://homewardbound2u.rescuegroups.org (our application does not load well on phones. You should do this on a tablet or computer.).
Read more about Lily
If you are already approved, you can text the foster mom at 7175998678. Let her know what name and email address your application is filed under. Do not schedule a meeting to see the puppy unless everyone in your home is agreed to get a puppy, that you are prepared to complete the adoption and take the puppy home if everyone agrees that it is a match.
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
3. Lainey
Puppy (2 months 23 days) · Female · Beagle / Australian Shepherd / Mixed (medium coat) · 9 mi from Harrisburg










Meet Lainey! She
is
one of 7 Beagle/Australian Shepherd mix puppies that came to us from Alabama. These little love bugs are super friendly. They are playful and get along well with kids and other puppies. They will be able to go to any type of home. They are probably going to weigh around 40lbs at adulthood. They have 3 DAPP vaccines, Rabies Vaccine, and are microchipped. If you don't have an approved adoption application and want to be considered for them. You will want to apply online at http://homewardbound2u.rescuegroups.org (our application does not load well on phones. You should do this on a tablet or computer.).
Read more about Lainey
If you are already approved, you can text the foster mom at 7175998678. Let her know what name and email address your application is filed under. Do not schedule a meeting to see the puppy unless everyone in your home is agreed to get a puppy, that you are prepared to complete the adoption and take the puppy home if everyone agrees that it is a match.
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
4. Tuba
Puppy (2 months 30 days) · Male · Australian Shepherd / Shepherd / Mixed (medium coat) · 9 mi from Harrisburg










Meet Tuba! He
Read more about Tuba
is one of 5 Australian Shepherd mix puppies that came to us from Alabama with their mother Truly. Truly has been adopted and can be seen on our Sucessful Adoptions page. These are super sweet pups who love when we pick them up for cuddles. They love toys and they get along well with other puppies during playtime. They are probably going to weigh around 60lbs at adulthood. They have 3 DAPP vaccines, Bordetella Vaccine, Rabies Vaccine, and are microchipped. If you don't have an approved adoption application and want to be considered for them. You will want to apply online at http://homewardbound2u.rescuegroups.org (our application does not load well on phones. You should do this on a tablet or computer.). If you are already approved, you can text the foster mom at 7175998678. Let her know what name and email address your application is filed under. Do not schedule a meeting to see the puppy unless everyone in your home is agreed to get a puppy, that you are prepared to complete the adoption and take the puppy home if everyone agrees that it is a match.
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
5. Travis
Puppy (2 months 30 days) · Male · Australian Shepherd / Shepherd / Mixed (medium coat) · 9 mi from Harrisburg










Meet Travis! He
Read more about Travis
is one of 5 Australian Shepherd mix puppies that came to us from Alabama with their mother Truly. Truly has been adopted and can be seen on our Sucessful Adoptions page. These are super sweet pups who love when we pick them up for cuddles. They love toys and they get along well with other puppies during playtime. They are probably going to weigh around 60lbs at adulthood. They have 3 DAPP vaccines, Bordetella Vaccine, Rabies Vaccine, and are microchipped. If you don't have an approved adoption application and want to be considered for them. You will want to apply online at http://homewardbound2u.rescuegroups.org (our application does not load well on phones. You should do this on a tablet or computer.). If you are already approved, you can text the foster mom at 7175998678. Let her know what name and email address your application is filed under. Do not schedule a meeting to see the puppy unless everyone in your home is agreed to get a puppy, that you are prepared to complete the adoption and take the puppy home if everyone agrees that it is a match.
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
6. Tweeny
Puppy (2 months 30 days) · Female · Australian Shepherd / Shepherd / Mixed (medium coat) · 9 mi from Harrisburg










Meet Tweeny! She
Read more about Tweeny
is one of 5 Australian Shepherd mix puppies that came to us from Alabama with their mother Truly. Truly has been adopted and can be seen on our Sucessful Adoptions page. These are super sweet pups who love when we pick them up for cuddles. They love toys and they get along well with other puppies during playtime. They are probably going to weigh around 60lbs at adulthood. They have 3 DAPP vaccines, Bordetella Vaccine, Rabies Vaccine, and are microchipped. If you don't have an approved adoption application and want to be considered for them. You will want to apply online at http://homewardbound2u.rescuegroups.org (our application does not load well on phones. You should do this on a tablet or computer.). If you are already approved, you can text the foster mom at 7175998678. Let her know what name and email address your application is filed under. Do not schedule a meeting to see the puppy unless everyone in your home is agreed to get a puppy, that you are prepared to complete the adoption and take the puppy home if everyone agrees that it is a match.
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
7. Tulip
Puppy (2 months 30 days) · Female · Australian Shepherd / Shepherd / Mixed (medium coat) · 9 mi from Harrisburg










Meet Tulip! She
Read more about Tulip
is one of 5 Australian Shepherd mix puppies that came to us from Alabama with their mother Truly. Truly has been adopted and can be seen on our Sucessful Adoptions page. These are super sweet pups who love when we pick them up for cuddles. They love toys and they get along well with other puppies during playtime. They are probably going to weigh around 60lbs at adulthood. They have 3 DAPP vaccines, Bordetella Vaccine, Rabies Vaccine, and are microchipped. If you don't have an approved adoption application and want to be considered for them. You will want to apply online at http://homewardbound2u.rescuegroups.org (our application does not load well on phones. You should do this on a tablet or computer.). If you are already approved, you can text the foster mom at 7175998678. Let her know what name and email address your application is filed under. Do not schedule a meeting to see the puppy unless everyone in your home is agreed to get a puppy, that you are prepared to complete the adoption and take the puppy home if everyone agrees that it is a match.
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
8. Hanna
Puppy (4 months 29 days) · Female · Shepherd / Labrador Retriever / Mixed (short coat) · 9 mi from Harrisburg









Meet Hanna!
Hanna is a sweet sister to Raven, Murphy, and Ringo, who have all found their forever homes! We’ve taken a little extra time getting to know Hanna because she’s a bit different from her siblings—and we want to make sure we find the perfect home for her.
At about 4½ months old, Hanna is a Shepherd/Lab mix who we expect to grow into a big girl!
Hanna absolutely LOVES people and happily greets strangers with a wagging tail! She’s a total people pup. She’s also a wonderfully independent girl who entertains herself well, so she doesn’t need to be the center of attention every minute of the day!
Read more about Hanna
When it comes to other dogs, Hanna prefers calm, respectful friends who don’t get all up in her business. We suspect her scarred nose may be from a bad experience with another dog, so she can be cautious around rambunctious dogs.
The good news? Hanna is currently attending doggie daycare 3 days a week and working with a trainer on socialization—and she’s doing GREAT! We’d love for her new family to continue this so she can keep building positive experiences with other dogs.
She’s doing great with house training, is crate trained (although she’d like to file a formal complaint about the crate ), and is becoming quite the car-riding pro!
We’re looking for a dog-savvy family, preferably one familiar with Shepherds. Kids 8+ would be best. She may not be the dog for everyone, but for the right family, Hanna is going to be one very special girl. ❤️
Now we just need to find her people! Hanna is spayed, microchipped, current on rabies, distemper, bordatella and lepto vaccines, current on preventative, and had a fecal check. Her adoption fee is $450. If you are interested in Hanna, please submit an application on our website at https://worthytails.rescuegroups.org. For any questions, please send an email to jessie.wilson@comcast.netThank you for your interest in a rescue pup!PA Kennel License #18991
- Good with kids
- House-trained
9. Sampson
Puppy (7 months) · Male · Basenji / Beagle / Mixed (medium coat) · 9 mi from Harrisburg










Sampson's my name and Loving is my game. About 8 months old I'm thought ta be a tri colored Basenji mix little boy (will be a small/medium size little boy at this point). Probably won't grow much more so I'm definitely "Lap Size"! Anyway, I'm here ta tell you it's been said I'm sweeter than a piece of warm Blueberry Pie with ice cream! Can't beat that! I'm a looker too with 1 ear up and 1 ear down! :)
Read more about Sampson
Turned into the shelter being tagged not good with kids as an issue, the shelter staff and Molly's Place can't figure out why... It's been tried to pull my tail, ears, lips and feet but I never ever reacted. I'm just saying my old family "Fibbed" but I'm sharing it just because... Heck, they even tried to bear huging me with no reaction what so ever... Not even a flinch. After a whole lot'a pull'n, prod'n and get'n no reaction, they finally gave up try'n ta figure it out. After all that drama, the shelter was run'n out of space for doggo's like me, so I was loaded on transport on my way to a better place, Molly's Place!
The truth of it is, I'm beyond sweet! I'm good with people, love other dogs and could be acclimated with cats. I walk great on leash, take treats gently and know basic commands like sit and down. I'm also very handsome and photogenic even if I do say so myself.
So if ya want a sweet good looking boy with lots of potential and mega personality, than look no further cause I'm you guy. I'll be there when ya call and ready to snuggle... Hurry up and get an application in!
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.
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
10. Woody
Puppy (11 months) · Male · Maltese / Poodle (Miniature) / Mixed (long coat) · 9 mi from Harrisburg






I'm Woody, almost a year old, big dog in a little tiny/winy doggie's body! Yep, just look at my mug shot!
I came to Molly's Place as an owner surrender. No one, including me, can figure out why!? I'm cute (VERY), Playful, Cuddly, Great with people and other dogs! No little kids at this time please and working to improve house training and felt could be acclimated to live with cats! (Heck, most are bigger than me anyway!!
Just 11 months old, I'm merle colored and a "Maltipoo"! Designer dog!
I've got all my vaccinations, have had "that snip-snip thing done" and ready for a home.
Read more about Woody
My bestie buddies here at Molly's Place is a mini poodle, "Alfie". If anyone wants a pair, we are the cutest besties on earth!
Get your applications in, I'm not going to hang in here too long fur sure!
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.
- No young kids
- Good with dogs
11. Urban
Puppy (3 months 3 days) · Male · Hound / Shepherd / Mixed (short coat) · 9 mi from Harrisburg







Meet Urban! H
e is one of 4 Hound/Shepherd puppies that came to us from Alabama. These pups enjoy being around people. They are very playful and get along with dogs of all sizes. They are probably going to weigh around 40lbs at adulthood. They have 3 DAPP vaccines, Bordetella Vaccine, and are microchipped. If you don't have an approved adoption application and want to be considered for them. You will want to apply online at http://homewardbound2u.rescuegroups.org (our application does not load well on phones. You should do this on a tablet or computer.). If you are already approved, you can TEXT ONLY the foster mom at 7175998678.
Read more about Urban
Let her know what name and email address your application is filed under. Do not schedule a meeting to see the puppy unless everyone in your home is agreed to get a puppy, that you are prepared to complete the adoption and take the puppy home if everyone agrees that it is a match.
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
12. Millie
Puppy · Female · Labrador Retriever / Poodle (Standard) / Mixed · 16 mi from Harrisburg




Millie is currently in a foster home where she is learning basic training with her foster mom. She is the happiest girl ever and loves to receive and give affection :) Millie is a puppy and has tons of energy so a fenced yard is a must. Millie gets along wonderfully with other dogs and loves to play so another dog is also a must. Millie is ready to find her forever family and bring tons of puppy energy !! :))
REQUIRES: Fenced Yard
Adopting a puppy in Harrisburg
Puppies usually go to their new homes from about eight weeks old, once they're weaned and have had their first vaccinations. Most rescues spay or neuter them before adoption, or include it in the fee.
Ask the rescue how big the puppy is expected to grow and which breeds they think are in the mix, so you can plan for the dog they'll become.
Puppies need a lot of your time: house-training, a few minutes of training every day, several small meals, and someone home often enough to let them out. A puppy class is a good way to start.
Rescues with puppies near Harrisburg
- Homeward Bound Animal RescueMechanicsburg, PA · 7 puppies above
- Molly's Place RescueMechanicsburg, PA · 3 puppies above
- Worthy Tails Animal RescueMechanicsburg, PA · 1 puppy above
- 2nd Chance 4 LifeElizabethtown, PA · 1 puppy above
Questions about adopting puppies in Harrisburg
How many puppies are up for adoption in Harrisburg?
As of November 4, 2026, rescues and shelters within 25 miles of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, have 12 puppies up for adoption. The list is updated every day.
Where can I adopt a puppy in Harrisburg?
The rescues with the most puppies near Harrisburg right now are Homeward Bound Animal Rescue (Mechanicsburg, PA), Molly's Place Rescue (Mechanicsburg, PA) and Worthy Tails Animal Rescue (Mechanicsburg, PA). Each dog above has the rescue's phone number and website.
How old are puppies when they can be adopted?
Usually eight weeks or older, once they're weaned and have had their first vaccinations. Rescues often keep puppies with their mother or in foster care until then.
Listings are updated daily. Rescues are responsible for their own listings; a dog may have been adopted since this page was updated.