Kid-Friendly Dogs for Adoption in Reading, PA: 30 Dogs Good with Children
By Dogs of the Day · Updated

Rescues and shelters within 25 miles of Reading have 55 kid-friendly dogs up for adoption. Here are the 30 newest, each with photos, their story and how to reach the rescue looking after them.
Every dog on this page has been marked by their rescue as good with children, usually because they've lived with kids in a foster home.
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1. Linus
Puppy · Male · Labrador Retriever / Poodle (unknown type) / Mixed · 23 mi from Reading


Meet Linus! Breed: Lab/Poodle mix Estimated DOB: 07/23/2026 Sex: Male (neutered) Weight: 20–25 lbs Currently up to date on all age appropriate vaccinationsThings To Know about Linus:• Rescued from Mississippi and has lived in a loving foster home since day one — never spent a single day in a shelter• Dad is a Doodle and mom is a small Lab/Hound mix• Loves people of all ages and sizes• Easygoing, affectionate, and super social• Silly and fun-loving with plenty of puppy charm• Working on crate training• Currently working on housetraining and will require continued, consistent housetraining habits to establish a good routine• Dog friendly• Young enough to learn to love cats• Looking for a loving and committed forever home to provide him with the care and love he deservesLearn more and apply to adopt at TLCrescuePA.org/adoptInterested in fostering? Join our 100% foster-based team at tlcrescuepa.org/foster.
Read more about Linus
PA Kennel License #9602#AdoptLinus #LabPoodleMix #TheLCrew #TLCRescuePA
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
2. Aubi
Young · Male · Shepherd / Poodle (Standard) / Mixed · 23 mi from Reading




Meet Aubi! Breed: Shepherd/Poodle Mix Estimated DOB: 09/30/2025 Sex: Male (neutered) Weight: 34 lbs Currently up to date on all age appropriate vaccinationsThings To Know about Aubi:• Rescued from Mississippi and named after Auburn, the community where he was picked up• Super friendly, affectionate, and loves everyone he meets• Big cuddler with a scruffy face you can't help but love• Well-mannered, move-in ready guy• Loves to run and play fetch, then settles down nicely with a good chew bone• Thrives in an active home or with a doggy sibling to play with• Food motivated and a quick learner, making great progress on his leash skills and polite greetings (he's just SO excited to meet new friends!)• Crate trained• Housebroken• Dog friendly and easygoing, happy to make friends with every dog he meets, even the grumpy ones• Cat friendly and may try to play, so he would do best with a dog-savvy cat• Looking for a loving and committed forever home to provide him with the care and love he deservesLearn more and apply to adopt at http://TLCrescuePA.org/adoptInterested in fostering? Join our 100% foster-based team at http://www.tlcrescuepa.org/foster.
Read more about Aubi
PA Kennel License #9602#AdoptAubi #ShepherdMix #PoodleMix #TLCRescuePA
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
- House-trained
3. Pink Lady
Puppy · Female · Catahoula Leopard Dog / Labrador Retriever / Mixed · 23 mi from Reading




Meet Pink Lady! Breed: Catahoula/Lab Mix Estimated DOB: 07/15/2026 Sex: Female (intact) Weight: 15-20 lbs Currently up to date on all age appropriate vaccinationsThings To Know about Pink Lady:• Rescued from Mississippi with the rest of the Apple Bobbers crew• Loves people of all ages and sizes• Sweet and curious personality• Spirited, fun-loving pup who's always ready to play• Working on crate training• Currently working on housetraining and will require continued, consistent housetraining habits to establish a good routine• Dog friendly• Cat friendly• Looking for a loving and committed forever home to provide her with the care and love she deservesLearn more and apply to adopt at TLCrescuePA.org/adoptInterested in fostering? Join our 100% foster-based team at tlcrescuepa.org/foster. PA Kennel License #9602#AdoptPinkLady #CatahoulaLabMix #AppleBobbers #TLCRescuePA
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
4. Layla
Adult · Female · Husky · 23 mi from Reading


Meet Layla! Breed: Siberian Husky Estimated DOB: 09/30/2023 Sex: Female (spayed) Weight: 46 lbs Currently up to date on all age appropriate vaccinationsThings To Know about Layla:• Rescued from Mississippi• Requires an adopter with Husky or similar breed experience• Loves people of all ages and sizes, and is great with kids• Sweet, independent girl who takes a minute to warm up, then turns into a total cuddle bug• Quiet gal who barely makes a peep• Toy lover and fetch champion who would happily play all day long if you let her• Great on the leash and would make a fantastic agility partner• Crate trained• Housebroken• Dog friendly and stays cool and relaxed around other dogs on walks• Would do best in a home without cats• Looking for a loving and committed forever home to provide her with the care and love she deservesLearn more and apply to adopt at TLCrescuePA.org/adoptInterested in fostering? Join our 100% foster-based team at www.tlcrescuepa.org/foster.
Read more about Layla
PA Kennel License #9602#AdoptLayla #SiberianHusky #TLCRescuePA
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- No cats
- House-trained
5. Cosmic Crisp
Puppy · Male · Catahoula Leopard Dog / Labrador Retriever / Mixed · 23 mi from Reading




Meet Cosmic Crisp! Breed: Catahoula/Lab Mix Estimated DOB: 07/15/2026 Sex: Male (intact) Weight: 20-25 lbs Currently up to date on all age appropriate vaccinationsThings To Know about Cosmic Crisp:• Rescued from Mississippi with the rest of the Apple Bobbers crew• Outgoing social butterfly who loves people of all ages and sizes• Friendly, happy-go-lucky personality• Toy lover who's always happy to settle in with a bone to chew• Treats are his love language, so he's eager to learn and a breeze to train• Crates nicely when his people head out for the day• Catching on to housetraining more and more each day and will keep improving with a consistent routine• Dog friendly and a great buddy to his siblings and other dogs, and he's a polite mealtime companion who shares just fine• Cat friendly• Looking for a loving and committed forever home to provide him with the care and love he deservesLearn more and apply to adopt at TLCrescuePA.org/adoptInterested in fostering? Join our 100% foster-based team at tlcrescuepa.org/foster.
Read more about Cosmic Crisp
PA Kennel License #9602#AdoptCosmicCrisp #CatahoulaLabMix #AppleBobbers #TLCRescuePA
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
6. Bubblicious
Young · Male · Shepherd · 23 mi from Reading



Meet Bubblicious! Breed: Shepherd Mix Estimated DOB: 05/16/2026 Sex: Male (neutered) Weight: 40-45 lbs Currently up to date on all age appropriate vaccinationsThings To Know about Bubblicious:• Rescued from Mississippi• A super sweet boy who absolutely adores kids• Loves a good game of fetch• Very smart and a quick learner who's already picking up tricks• Doing great with crate training• Currently working on housetraining and will require continued, consistent housetraining habits to establish a good routine• Dog friendly• Cat friendly• Looking for a loving and committed forever home to provide him with the care and love he deservesLearn more and apply to adopt at TLCrescuePA.org/adoptInterested in fostering? Join our 100% foster-based team at www.tlcrescuepa.org/foster. PA Kennel License #9602#AdoptBubblicious #ShepherdMix #BubbleGumGang #TLCRescuePA
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
7. Fuji
Puppy · Male · Catahoula Leopard Dog / Labrador Retriever / Mixed · 23 mi from Reading



Meet Fuji! Breed: Catahoula/Lab Mix Estimated DOB: 07/15/2026 Sex: Male (intact) Weight: 20-25 lbs Currently up to date on all age appropriate vaccinationsThings To Know about Fuji:• Rescued from Mississippi with the rest of the Apple Bobbers crew• Loves people of all ages and sizes and is wonderful with kids• Total sweetheart with a friendly, gentle personality• Social butterfly who spent a whole weekend at sports events greeting everyone he met like an old friend, and he's a polite greeter, too!• Making good progress with crate training and settles in nicely• Doing great with housetraining• Dog friendly• Cat friendly• Looking for a loving and committed forever home to provide him with the care and love he deservesLearn more and apply to adopt at TLCrescuePA.org/adoptInterested in fostering? Join our 100% foster-based team at tlcrescuepa.org/foster.
Read more about Fuji
PA Kennel License #9602#AdoptFuji #CatahoulaLabMix #AppleBobbers #TLCRescuePA
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
8. Razzle
Young · Male · Shepherd · 23 mi from Reading




Meet Razzle! Breed: Shepherd Mix Estimated DOB: 05/16/2026 Sex: Male (neutered) Weight: 45-50 lbs Currently up to date on all age appropriate vaccinationsThings To Know about Razzle:• Rescued from Mississippi• A big love who just wants attention and snuggles• A really nice, easygoing, go-with-the-flow kind of guy• Loves his toys and likes to carry one around in his mouth• Great in the car, happy to just hang out for the ride• Learning to walk on a leash and catching on quickly• Loves his crate• Doing great with housetraining• Dog friendly and plays well with others• Cat friendly• Looking for a loving and committed forever home to provide him with the care and love he deservesLearn more and apply to adopt at TLCrescuePA.org/adoptInterested in fostering? Join our 100% foster-based team at www.tlcrescuepa.org/foster.
Read more about Razzle
PA Kennel License #9602#AdoptRazzle #ShepherdMix #BubbleGumGang #TLCRescuePA
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
9. Dixie
Adult · Female · Labrador Retriever · 23 mi from Reading




Meet Dixie! Breed: Labrador Retriever (Silver) Estimated DOB: 01/29/2022 Sex: Female (spayed) Weight: 124 lbs Currently up to date on all age appropriate vaccinationsThings To Know about Dixie:• Rescued from Mississippi• Has never met a stranger and is wonderful with people of all ages, kids included• A very gentle, loving girl who soaks up every bit of attention and could easily be therapy dog material• Does adorable happy feet tappies when she's excited and little welcome-home hops that get her front paws off the ground• Her tail wags so hard she could join a percussion section• A true retriever who loves chasing toys and gently dropping them at your feet for another throw• Super food motivated, which will come in handy on her journey to a healthier weight.
Read more about Dixie
She'll thrive in a home committed to helping her get there• Quiet and not destructive• Naps and chills calmly when left home with her crate door open• Working on housetraining and goes right away when taken out• Dog friendly• Cat friendly• Looking for a loving and committed forever home to provide her with the care and love she deservesLearn more and apply to adopt at http://TLCrescuePA.org/adoptInterested in fostering? Join our 100% foster-based team at http://www.tlcrescuepa.org/foster. PA Kennel License #9602#AdoptDixie #LabradorRetriever #SilverLab #TLCRescuePA
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
- House-trained
10. Gala
Puppy · Female · Catahoula Leopard Dog / Labrador Retriever / Mixed · 23 mi from Reading




Meet Gala! Breed: Catahoula/Lab Mix Estimated DOB: 07/15/2026 Sex: Female (intact) Weight: 15-20 lbs Currently up to date on all age appropriate vaccinationsThings To Know about Gala:• Rescued from Mississippi with the rest of the Apple Bobbers crew• Friendly, people-loving pup who never meets a stranger• Gentle and loving personality• Toy enthusiast who's just as happy gnawing on a good bone• Will work for snacks, making her an eager and easy student• Settles into her crate when her family steps out• Improving with housetraining day by day and will keep blossoming with a steady routine• Dog friendly and a sweet pal to her siblings and other dogs, even at dinnertime when she shares like a champ• Cat friendly• Looking for a loving and committed forever home to provide her with the care and love she deservesLearn more and apply to adopt at TLCrescuePA.org/adoptInterested in fostering? Join our 100% foster-based team at tlcrescuepa.org/foster.
Read more about Gala
PA Kennel License #9602#AdoptGala #CatahoulaLabMix #AppleBobbers #TLCRescuePA
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
11. Granny Smith
Puppy · Female · Catahoula Leopard Dog / Labrador Retriever / Mixed · 23 mi from Reading



Meet Granny Smith! Breed: Catahoula/Lab Mix Estimated DOB: 07/15/2026 Sex: Female (intact) Weight: 20-25 lbs Currently up to date on all age appropriate vaccinationsThings To Know about Granny Smith (aka Granny):• Rescued from Mississippi with the rest of the Apple Bobbers crew• Loves people of all ages and sizes, great with kids, and greets new friends with a wagging tail• Chill, easygoing, and playful personality• Loves the outdoors, chasing a ball, and chewing on puppy bones• Food motivated, smart cookie who has already mastered "sit"• Happily comes when called because she can't wait for pets and love• Getting better with crate training each session• Doing well with housetraining and will benefit from continued, consistent routines• Dog friendly• Cat friendly• Looking for a loving and committed forever home to provide her with the care and love she deservesLearn more and apply to adopt at TLCrescuePA.org/adoptInterested in fostering? Join our 100% foster-based team at tlcrescuepa.org/foster.
Read more about Granny Smith
PA Kennel License #9602#AdoptGrannySmith #CatahoulaLabMix #AppleBobbers #TLCRescuePA
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
12. Nikki
Adult · Boston Terrier · 23 mi from Reading




Meet Nikki! Breed: Boston Terrier Mix Estimated DOB: 10/21/2024 Sex: Female (spayed) Weight: 34 lbs Currently up to date on all age appropriate vaccinationsThings to know about Nikki:• Rescued from Mississippi, where she was found lying in a ditch along a busy road, most likely right where she'd been abandoned. She's come a long way since then, and that smile says it all!• Walks into a room and falls in love with everyone in it! Sweet with new people, curious, and quick to warm up for attention and affection• Bright, eager to please, and very treat motivated, so she's always happy to show up for a training session (bring snacks!)• Ball, ball, and more ball! She loves fetch, tennis balls, tug toys, and pushing a herding ball around the yard• Playful and spirited, and she thrives in an active home that enjoys walks, outdoor adventures, and plenty of playtime.
Read more about Nikki
She gets so excited to adventure with you that she hops along on walks!• Flashes a genuine, happy smile anytime she's having fun with her people• Crate trained and sleeps through the night with no fuss• Housetrained and does great with a routine. She knows business comes first, then fetch!• Dog friendly with slow, structured introductions, since she takes a little time to warm up to new dog friends• Cat friendly• Looking for a loving and committed forever home to provide her with the love she deservesLearn more and apply to adopt at http://TLCrescuePA.org/adoptInterested in fostering? Join our 100% foster-based team at http://www.tlcrescuepa.org/foster. PA Kennel License #9602#AdoptNikki #BostonTerrierMix #TLCRescuePA
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
- House-trained
13. Wrigley
Young · Male · Shepherd · 23 mi from Reading




Meet Wrigley! Breed: Shepherd Mix Estimated DOB: 05/16/2026 Sex: Male (neutered) Weight: 45-50 lbs Currently up to date on all age appropriate vaccinationsThings To Know about Wrigley:• Rescued from Mississippi• A big hunk of love who likes everyone he meets and adores cuddles and pets• A cool dude with big, spotted, pointy ears and handsome facial markings• Loves to play and run, and is always up for a game of tug of war• Favorite things include rope toys, chewing on Nylabones and giving a stuffy a good shake• Just as happy napping on the couch after playtime• Enjoys his walks more and more and has a great nose for sniffing out the neighborhood• Doing well with crate training, settles in quickly at night and sleeps through until morning• Housebroken on a schedule• Dog friendly and loves playing with his foster sibling• Cat friendly• Looking for a loving and committed forever home to provide him with the care and love he deservesLearn more and apply to adopt at TLCrescuePA.org/adoptInterested in fostering? Join our 100% foster-based team at www.tlcrescuepa.org/foster.
Read more about Wrigley
PA Kennel License #9602#AdoptWrigley #ShepherdMix #BubbleGumGang #TLCRescuePA
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
- House-trained
14. Hubba Bubba
Young · Male · Shepherd · 23 mi from Reading




Meet Hubba Bubba! Breed: Shepherd Mix Estimated DOB: 05/16/2026 Sex: Male (neutered) Weight: 40-45 lbs Currently up to date on all age appropriate vaccinationsThings To Know about Hubba Bubba:• Rescued from Mississippi• Loves people of all ages and sizes• Happy-go-lucky, friendly personality• A big fan of Nylabones and treats (and would happily accept a few more of both!)• Official neighborhood squirrel watcher• Working on crate training• Currently working on housetraining and will require continued, consistent housetraining habits to establish a good routine• Dog friendly and loves his canine pals• Cat friendly• Looking for a loving and committed forever home to provide him with the care and love he deservesLearn more and apply to adopt at TLCrescuePA.org/adoptInterested in fostering? Join our 100% foster-based team at www.tlcrescuepa.org/foster.
Read more about Hubba Bubba
PA Kennel License #9602#AdoptHubbaBubba #ShepherdMix #BubbleGumGang #TLCRescuePA
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
15. Luigi
Puppy · Male · Labrador Retriever / Poodle (unknown type) / Mixed · 23 mi from Reading




Meet Luigi! Breed: Lab/Poodle mix Estimated DOB: 07/23/2026 Sex: Male (neutered) Weight: 15–20 lbs Currently up to date on all age appropriate vaccinationsThings To Know about Luigi:• Rescued from Mississippi and has lived in a loving foster home since day one — never spent a single day in a shelter• Dad is a Doodle and mom is a small Lab/Hound mix• Hasn't met a stranger yet — loves everyone, kids included!• An absolute love bug who would live in your lap if he could• Sticks to you like Velcro and follows you everywhere — your future most loyal best buddy• Playful, too — loves Kongs, tennis balls, bones, and romping with his foster family• Doing awesome with crate training and sleeps through the night without a peep• Doing great with housetraining• Dog friendly• Young enough to learn to love cats• Looking for a loving and committed forever home to provide him with the care and love he deservesLearn more and apply to adopt at TLCrescuePA.org/adoptInterested in fostering? Join our 100% foster-based team at tlcrescuepa.org/foster.
Read more about Luigi
PA Kennel License #9602#AdoptLuigi #LabPoodleMix #TheLCrew #TLCRescuePA
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
16. Macintosh
Puppy · Male · Catahoula Leopard Dog / Labrador Retriever / Mixed · 23 mi from Reading



Meet Macintosh! Breed: Catahoula/Lab Mix Estimated DOB: 07/15/2026 Sex: Male (intact) Weight: 15-20 lbs Currently up to date on all age appropriate vaccinationsThings To Know about Macintosh:• Rescued from Mississippi with the rest of the Apple Bobbers crew• Loves people of all ages and sizes• Easygoing, friendly personality• Playful pup who loves toys and playtime• Working on crate training• Currently working on housetraining and will require continued, consistent housetraining habits to establish a good routine• Dog friendly• Cat friendly• Looking for a loving and committed forever home to provide him with the care and love he deservesLearn more and apply to adopt at TLCrescuePA.org/adoptInterested in fostering? Join our 100% foster-based team at tlcrescuepa.org/foster. PA Kennel License #9602#AdoptMacintosh #CatahoulaLabMix #AppleBobbers #TLCRescuePA
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
17. Ambrosia
Puppy · Female · Catahoula Leopard Dog / Labrador Retriever / Mixed · 23 mi from Reading




Meet Ambrosia! Breed: Catahoula/Lab Mix Estimated DOB: 07/15/2026 Sex: Female (intact) Weight: 15-20 lbs Currently up to date on all age appropriate vaccinationsThings To Know about Ambrosia:• Rescued from Mississippi with the rest of the Apple Bobbers crew• Social, friendly pup who loves people of all ages and sizes• Sweet-natured and easygoing personality• Loves her toys and a good bone to chew on• Food motivated, which makes her a superstar in training• Does well in her crate when her people are out of the house• Getting better with housetraining every day and will continue to shine with consistent routines• Dog friendly and gets along great with her siblings and other dogs, even happily sharing mealtime• Cat friendly• Looking for a loving and committed forever home to provide her with the care and love she deservesLearn more and apply to adopt at TLCrescuePA.org/adoptInterested in fostering? Join our 100% foster-based team at tlcrescuepa.org/foster.
Read more about Ambrosia
PA Kennel License #9602#AdoptAmbrosia #CatahoulaLabMix #AppleBobbers #TLCRescuePA
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
18. Ninny
Young (6 months) · Female · Beagle / Basset Hound / Mixed (short coat) · 20 mi from Reading


Meet Ninny-
She is a 7 mos old Bassett /beagle mix. Her eyes and Carmel coat are beautiful. She has been warming up to her foster parents, brother and sister. She enjoys playing and loves to be outside. Working on crate training and walking on a leash but IS potty trained. Sleeps through the night. She loves to snuggle and stay close to your side.
Adoption fee is $350
Click this link to apply:
https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/FHPA/Dog
PO Box 44 Parker Ford, PA 19457
PA Kennel lis # 8665
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
- House-trained
19. Stuart
Male · Terrier / Beagle / Mixed · 20 mi from Reading



Meet Stuart ! This adorable dude is a 3 month old mix breed. He had a rough start to his short life but you'd never know it. Stuart is a very happy, goofy puppy that loves everyone he meets. He's great with people and loves to play with other dogs. Stuart also LOVES to play with toys and is food motivated! Stuart has caught on to potty training very quickly, does well in his crate, has been doing well with leash walking, and rides nicely in the car. Stuart would love an active family of his own, willing to give him all the love and attention he deserves!
Read more about Stuart
all puppies must be spayed or neutered at 6 mos of age, no exceptions. Adoption fee is $350 +$150 refundable neuter deposit.
Click this link to apply:
https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/FHPA/Dog
PO Box 44 Parker Ford, PA 19457
PA Kennel lis # 8665
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
20. Aria
Puppy · Female · Husky / Mixed · 23 mi from Reading



Meet Aria! Breed: Husky mix Estimated DOB: 04/14/2026 Sex: Female (spayed) Weight: 40–45 lbs Currently up to date on all age appropriate vaccinationsThings To Know about Aria:• Rescued from Mississippi after being abandoned along with her siblings• Friendly with everyone she meets and a true social butterfly• Sweet, gentle, and loving• Loves her toys and is food motivated, which makes her a quick learner• Great car rider• Crate trained and sleeps through the night in her crate• Housetrained• Dog friendly and gets along great with other dogs• Curious about cats and would do best with a dog-savvy cat• Looking for a loving and committed forever home to provide her with the care and love she deservesLearn more and apply to adopt at TLCrescuePA.org/adoptInterested in fostering? Join our 100% foster-based team at tlcrescuepa.org/foster.
Read more about Aria
PA Kennel License #9602#AdoptAria #HuskyMix #ArcticATeam #TLCRescuePA
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
- House-trained
21. Andes
Puppy · Male · Husky / Mixed · 23 mi from Reading




Meet Andes! Breed: Husky mix Estimated DOB: 04/14/2026 Sex: Male (intact) Weight: 40–45 lbs Currently up to date on all age appropriate vaccinationsThings To Know about Andes:• Rescued from Mississippi after being abandoned along with his siblings• Gentle, mild-mannered sweetheart who takes a moment to warm up but is very loving once he does, and now asks for belly rubs and butt scratches• Handsome boy with gorgeous coloring and striking husky features• Loves to run and jump in the yard and has a soft spot for peanut butter• Smart and eager to learn, and has already mastered "sit"• Crate trained, sees his crate as his safe space, and sleeps soundly through the night• Housetrained• Dog friendly, and his playful personality really shines around other dogs• Has not been assessed with cats yet• Thrives with a patient family who will let him blossom at his own pace• Looking for a loving and committed forever home to provide him with the care and love he deservesLearn more and apply to adopt at TLCrescuePA.org/adoptInterested in fostering? Join our 100% foster-based team at tlcrescuepa.org/foster.
Read more about Andes
PA Kennel License #9602#AdoptAndes #HuskyMix #ArcticATeam #TLCRescuePA
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
22. Chiclet
Young · Female · Shepherd / Mixed · 23 mi from Reading




Meet Chiclet! Breed: Shepherd Mix Estimated DOB: 05/16/2026 Sex: Female (spayed) Weight: 35-40 lbs Currently up to date on all age appropriate vaccinationsThings To Know about Chiclet:• Rescued from Mississippi• A total sweetheart who loves her belly rubs and will literally give you a hug• Takes a moment to warm up to new friends, but it won't be long before she's rolling over for belly rubs• Playful and spirited, especially in the morning• Loves her squeaky toys! She'll carry toy after toy from the toy bin to her bed, and the tags are her favorite part• Equally happy curling up in her bed for a good chew session• Walks nicely on a leash• A food-motivated learner who loves meal time and training treats; she's learning "sit," responds to "no," and is working on "down"• Doing well with crate training and settles in nicely• Making progress with housetraining and will need continued, consistent housetraining to establish a good routine• Dog friendly and has done great meeting smaller dogs• Cat friendly• Looking for an active, loving and committed forever home that will continue her training and give her the care and love she deservesLearn more and apply to adopt at TLCrescuePA.org/adoptInterested in fostering? Join our 100% foster-based team at www.tlcrescuepa.org/foster.
Read more about Chiclet
PA Kennel License #9602#AdoptChiclet #ShepherdMix #BubbleGumGang #TLCRescuePA
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
23. Grady
Young · Male · Australian Cattle Dog/Blue Heeler / Mixed · 23 mi from Reading




Meet Grady! Breed: Cattle Dog Mix Estimated DOB: 09/15/2025 Sex: Male (neutered) Weight: 40 lbs Currently up to date on all age appropriate vaccinationsThings To Know about Grady:• Rescued from Mississippi• Loves people of all ages and sizes• Sweet, happy-go-lucky boy with the most adorable goofy face• Calm and quiet companion who's settling in beautifully• Loves a good chew bone• Very food motivated and eager to learn, currently working on his leash manners• Crate trained• Doing great with housetraining• Dog friendly and loves watching his canine pals play (he's working up the courage to join in!)• Cat friendly• Looking for a loving and committed forever home to provide him with the care and love he deservesLearn more and apply to adopt at TLCrescuePA.org/adoptInterested in fostering? Join our 100% foster-based team at www.tlcrescuepa.org/foster.
Read more about Grady
PA Kennel License #9602#AdoptGrady #CattleDogMix #TLCRescuePA
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
- House-trained
24. Rambo
Young · Male · Dachshund / Poodle (Miniature) / Mixed · 23 mi from Reading




Meet Rambo! Breed: Dachshund/Poodle Mix Estimated DOB: 10/15/2025 Sex: Male (neutered) Weight: 17 lbs Currently up to date on all age appropriate vaccinationsThings To Know about Rambo:• Rescued from Mississippi• His mama was a Dachshund, but with all those poodle curls, you'd never guess it!• Rambo is short for rambunctious, and his foster family says it fits!• Has never met a stranger and absolutely adores kids, especially ones who will throw a ball or play tug• A busy, happy boy who loves fetch, backyard adventures, and toting his stuffies around the house• Has never met a treat he didn't love, and bully sticks are his favorite• Did great at his latest grooming appointment• Crate trained and happiest sleeping in the same room as his people• Doing great with housetraining when kept on a regular potty schedule• Dog friendly (he does prefer his own space at mealtime)• Not recommended for homes with cats• Looking for a loving and committed forever home to provide him with the care and love he deservesLearn more and apply to adopt at TLCrescuePA.org/adoptInterested in fostering? Join our 100% foster-based team at www.tlcrescuepa.org/foster.
Read more about Rambo
PA Kennel License #9602#AdoptRambo #DachshundMix #PoodleMix #TLCRescuePA
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- No cats
25. Taurus
Young · Male · Labrador Retriever / Shepherd / Mixed · 23 mi from Reading




Meet Taurus! Breed: Lab/Shepherd mix Estimated DOB: 03/16/2026 Sex: Male Weight: 40-45 lbs Currently up to date on all age appropriate vaccinationsThings To Know about Taurus:• Rescued from Mississippi• Takes a moment to warm up to new people, then his curiosity wins and he'll come over to say hello with a sniff• A big fan of food, which makes him a motivated student in training• Loves playing with toys and chewing on a bone• Happy to entertain himself and will toss a toy around the yard all on his own• Enjoys soaking up the sunshine outside• Good car rider• Crate trained! Goes right in for a treat and sleeps through the night• Housebroken• Dog friendly and did well with other dogs at training class• Cat friendly• Looking for a loving and committed forever home to provide him with the care and love he deservesLearn more and apply to adopt at http://TLCrescuePA.org/adoptInterested in fostering? Join our 100% foster-based team at http://www.tlcrescuepa.org/foster.
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PA Kennel License #9602#AdoptTaurus #LabShepherdMix #HoroscopePups #TLCRescuePA
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
- House-trained
26. Windsor
Puppy · Male · Australian Shepherd / Labrador Retriever / Mixed · 23 mi from Reading




Meet Windsor! Breed: Australian Shepherd / Labrador Retriever Mix Estimated DOB: 3/31/2026 Sex: Male (neutered) Weight: 20-25 lbs Currently up to date on all age appropriate vaccinationsThings To Know about Windsor:• Rescued from Mississippi• Sweet, smart, and goofy — the kind of dog who becomes your shadow and your best buddy all at once• Lays quietly at your feet while you work and transforms into your enthusiastic adventure partner the moment you grab the leash• Would do best in a home with older children who understand puppy behavior, or an adults-only home• Loves walks, fetch, rope toys, and a good collagen chew — this boy knows how to keep himself busy• A true snuggler who loves to be close to his people — on the couch, on the bed, and yes, even on car rides (full copilot mode)• Has an impressive recall already — one whistle and he's right by your side• Smart and picks things up quickly — responds well to guidance and is eager to please• Gets along great with other dogs and loves to play• Born with an adorable natural bobtail, a fun little quirk from his Aussie side• Doing great with housetraining — thrives with a consistent routine and regular walks• Still working on crate training and will benefit from continued patience and consistency• Has not yet been assessed with cats• Dog friendly• Looking for a loving and committed forever home that's ready to embrace all the goofiness, loyalty, and love this boy has to offerLearn more and apply to adopt at TLCrescuePA.org/adoptInterested in fostering? Join our 100% foster-based team at tlcrescuepa.org/foster.
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PA Kennel License #9602#AdoptWindsor #AussieLabMix #ThePalacePups #TLCRescuePA
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
27. Royal
Puppy · Female · Australian Kelpie / Mixed (short coat) · 17 mi from Reading


Royal is one of the reasons why we will always make room in our homes to rescue dogs. In her short life, she has already experienced just how unkind humans can be, through absolutely no fault of her own. But thankfully, kindness won.
Three very special people stepped up and donated their time and resources to make sure Royal could get the surgery she needed for her broken leg. Because of them, she has been given a second chance at the life she deserves.
Royal will be safe, loved, and cared for by our rescue while she recovers.
When she is ready, Royal will be available for adoption. In the meantime, we will begin reviewing applications so we can find her the perfect forever home.
If you’d like to open your heart and home to this precious girl and be part of her next chapter, please submit an application to adopt her.
Adoption Fee $375 ($75 refund with proof of spay)
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
28. Loki
Young · Male · Labrador Retriever / Mixed · 23 mi from Reading


Meet Loki! Breed: Labrador Retriever Mix Estimated DOB: 03/03/2026 Sex: Male (neutered) Weight: 45-50 lbs Currently up to date on all age appropriate vaccinations and preventionThings To Know about Loki:• Rescued from Mississippi with his littermates• A sweet boy who likes everyone he meets and wants nothing more than to be with his people• Takes a moment to warm up, but he's building confidence every day and would thrive with a patient adopter who will cheer him on. For the right family, he'll be awesome!• Now comes to climb up on the sofa and snuggle in with his people• Loves zooming around the yard and is happy as can be once he's outside• Crate trained! His crate is his cozy safe space• Housetraining is going well, and he will require continued, consistent housetraining habits to establish a good routine• Dog friendly and loves to play and zoom with his canine pals• Cat friendly• Looking for a loving and committed forever home to provide him with the care and love he deservesLearn more and apply to adopt at TLCrescuePA.org/adoptInterested in fostering? Join our 100% foster-based team at www.tlcrescuepa.org/foster.
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PA Kennel License #9602#AdoptLoki #LabradorRetrieverMix #TheLTrain #TLCRescuePA
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
29. Myla
Adult · Female · Husky · 23 mi from Reading




Meet Myla! Breed: Husky Mix Estimated DOB: 05/28/2023 Sex: Female (spayed) Weight: 40 lbs Currently up to date on all age appropriate vaccinationsThings To Know about Myla:• Rescued from Mississippi• Requires an adopter with Husky or similar breed experience• Gorgeous, sweet girl with ice-blue eyes that could melt anyone's heart• Takes a moment to warm up to new people, but once she does, her loving, goofy side shines through• Playful and spirited. She loves zooming around the yard with her tongue flapping in the wind• Would thrive with an active family who will keep her busy with daily walks, playtime, and fun activities• Has a soft spot for plush toys and loves snuggling up with her stuffed unicorn• Crate trained and loves her crate.
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She happily zooms right back to her cozy safe space• Housetrained• Dog friendly and does well with the other dogs in her foster home• Cat friendly• Looking for a loving and committed forever home to provide her with the care and love she deservesLearn more and apply to adopt at http://TLCrescuePA.org/adoptInterested in fostering? Join our 100% foster-based team at http://www.tlcrescuepa.org/foster. PA Kennel License #9602#AdoptMyla #HuskyMix #TLCRescuePA
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
- House-trained
30. Lollipop
Young · Pit Bull Terrier / Mixed · 23 mi from Reading




Meet Lollipop! Breed: Pit Bull Terrier Mix Estimated DOB: 03/28/2025 Sex: Female (spayed) Weight: 45 lbs Currently up to date on all age appropriate vaccinationsThings To Know about Lollipop:• Rescued from Mississippi• Loves people of all ages and sizes, is great with kids, and never meets a stranger• A total sweetheart with a calm, gentle, easygoing personality• Takes a day or so to settle into a new place, then she's right at home• Very lovable and a champion snuggler who will hop on the couch just to be near you (and somehow squeeze herself between you and the cushions!)• Happy to be wherever her people are• Playful but also knows how to kick back and relax• Loves every toy she meets and will happily play on her own or with a dog buddy• Very food motivated and eager to learn• Walks beautifully on a leash• Crate trained! She heads right in for a treat and settles in quietly• Doing well with housetraining and will require continued, consistent housetraining habits to establish a good routine• Dog friendly and loves playing with her canine pals once she gets to know them• Cat friendly• Looking for a loving and committed forever home to provide her with the care and love she deservesLearn more and apply to adopt at TLCrescuePA.org/adoptInterested in fostering? Join our 100% foster-based team at www.tlcrescuepa.org/foster.
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PA Kennel License #9602#AdoptLollipop #PitBullTerrierMix #TLCRescuePA
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
Adopting a dog with children in Reading
Bring the whole family to meet the dog before you adopt, and ask the rescue how the dog behaves around children your kids' ages.
Teach children to let the dog come to them, to stroke gently, and to leave the dog alone while it's eating or sleeping. Give the dog a bed or crate of their own to retreat to, and always supervise young children with a new dog.
Relaxed adult dogs are often a better match for young children than puppies, which jump up, nip and chew while they learn.
Rescues with kid-friendly dogs near Reading
- To Love a Canine Rescue, Inc.Kimberton, PA · 27 kid-friendly dogs above
- Forever Home RescueParker Ford, PA · 2 kid-friendly dogs above
- Diane's Pet RescuePottstown, PA · 1 kid-friendly dog above
Questions about adopting kid-friendly dogs in Reading
How many kid-friendly dogs are up for adoption in Reading?
As of November 4, 2026, rescues and shelters within 25 miles of Reading, Pennsylvania, have 55 kid-friendly dogs up for adoption. The list is updated every day.
Where can I adopt a kid-friendly dog in Reading?
The rescues with the most kid-friendly dogs near Reading right now are To Love a Canine Rescue, Inc. (Kimberton, PA), Forever Home Rescue (Parker Ford, PA) and Diane's Pet Rescue (Pottstown, PA). Each dog above has the rescue's phone number and website.
What kind of dog is best with kids?
A calm, patient dog that the rescue has seen around children. Adult dogs are often easier than puppies with young kids, since their personalities are known and they play less roughly.
Listings are updated daily. Rescues are responsible for their own listings; a dog may have been adopted since this page was updated.