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



65 dogs and puppies are waiting for homes at 7 rescues and shelters within 25 miles of Haymarket. 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 Haymarket, 17 puppies, 10 young dogs and 17 adults. The breeds you'll see most are Labrador Retriever, German Shepherd and Collie, along with plenty of one-of-a-kind mixes.
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1. Fendi
Young (2 years 1 month) · Female · American Staffordshire Terrier / Mixed (short coat) · 18 mi from Haymarket





Meet our fun-loving and spirited staffy mix, Fendi!
Fendi is about 2 yrs old and is a medium sized dog at 56 pounds. She was found as a stray and taken to the local shelter. Harley Koda Animal Rescue (HKAR) was able to offer her a chance to find a forever-home. She is currently being fostered in a home with a big fenced-in backyard and other dog companions.
As a young dog, she has lots of energy and loves walking, hiking, and playing fetch with her favorite ball or toy. She’s incredibly smart, eager to learn. Fendi completed a three-week training program with
Ridegside K9,
and
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is well behaved. She has grown more confident and is learning to trust new dogs as she is introduced to them. She enjoys meeting new people, and will greet you with happy tail wags and adorable little hops.
Fendi loves to chat with her human friends and lets you know when she needs to go outside for a potty break. She gets along well with her foster dog friends. She enjoys playing and zooming around the backyard. After playtime, she’s happiest curled up next to you on the sofa, relaxing and enjoying cuddles.
Fendi is crate trained, housebroken, spayed, and up to date on all her vaccines. She’s ready to bring love, laughter, and lots of happy moments to her forever-home!
If you would like to bring Fendi into your family, reach out to us at
HarleyKodaAR@gmail.com
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- Good with dogs
- House-trained
2. Mocha
Young (1 year 7 months) · Female · Black Labrador Retriever / Mixed (short coat) · 18 mi from Haymarket



Meet our fun-loving and spirited black lab mix Mocha!
Mocha is about 18 months old and is a medium-sized dog at 52 pounds. She was surrendered to a local shelter where Harley Koda Animal Rescue (HKAR) was able to take her in and offer her a chance to find a forever-home. She is currently being fostered in a home with a big fenced-in backyard and other dog companions.
As a young dog, Mocha is a highly energetic and loves going on long walks, hikes, and playing fetch with her favorite ball and toys. She’s a well behaved, incredibly smart girl who is eager to learn and already knows several commands.
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Mocha gets along well with other dogs but needs to be paired with an equally energetic dog. She loves to play and zoom around the backyard with other dogs. After playtime, she’s just as happy curling up next to you on the sofa for some quiet cuddle time.
She can be a little timid when meeting new people, but she warms up quickly and becomes a loving companion. Mocha is crate trained, housebroken, spayed, and up to date on all her vaccines.
Mocha will do best homed with another energetic dog. She is good with older children who can keep her busy playing, She is vocal, especially when left alone. She requires a yard to run and frequent walks as well.
She’s ready to bring lots of joy, love, and tail wags to her forever home!
If you would like to bring Mocha into your family, reach out to us a
HarleyKodaAR@gmail.com.
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
3. Bowie Adopt.or Foster
Female · Shepherd / Mixed (short coat) · 18 mi from Haymarket


Bowie was surrendered to Mutt Love through no fault of her own. She is doing well in play group and is sweet. We will update her bio as we get to know her.
4. Pablo Adopt or Foster
Male · Yorkshire Terrier Yorkie (long coat) · 18 mi from Haymarket


Pablo is ten years old with a big personality. Looking for someone who is desiring companionship. He is very friendly and sociable. He's been with owner all his life she hopes he would be able to find a new forever home. Pablo loves playing fetch and playing with his toys. He is also very sensitive to the feelings of others and has a sweet, caring nature. He has always been a comforter, the best snuggle buddy, and gives the best kisses. Owner would love to keep Pablo but a change in lifestyle would not allow the owner to.
5. Alice Adopt or Foster
Female · American Foxhound (short coat) · 18 mi from Haymarket



COMING SOON
Ever wish you could have that perfect hound? Alice is the one for you. She is also affectionately known as
Moaning Myrtle. She has very pronounced and hilarious sighs and moans (not a barker though). Maybe it's someone blocking her sunshine?? Never has there been a more sun loving pup - she loves to spend time in her fosters quiet backyard contemplating nature. Snuggle time is on her favorites list unless her own bed is calling her for a nap. A crate is also an ok choice for her as long as treats are included.
Read more about Alice Adopt or Foster
Now, she is a hound so the scent of something in the woods could get you an extra 10 minutes before moving on.
And loud noises like thunder and fireworks require extra close snuggle time.
Currently she is attending college with foster mom, unofficially the rowing teams mascot. What's better than a teachers pet, lol.
As a young adult, we think about 3-5 years, canine companions are still so much fun for Alice. She engages them in play at their level. Her zoomies are too cute, she is so awkward with those long legs.
Currently she is in foster in NC but hope to see her in Virginia soon.
6. Winnie Adopt or Foster
Female · Hound / Mixed (short coat) · 18 mi from Haymarket



*FOSTER NEEDED**Oh baby, let's talk Winnie!
Winnie is an 11 week old hound baby that survived being found on the streets at 4-5 weeks old and only 2.2 pounds. She is now a whopping 13 lbs with cute floppy ears and big clumsy feet. And an even cuter little houndy baarrroo!
Great at tug of war and a top wrestler, she keeps up with her foster family in every way.
Jumping and running and playing in the yard are in development. Morning "sniffari" walks in the backyard with foster mom are so much fun.
Speaking of walking, harness manners are coming along nicely! She’d be a great companion at a dog friendly brew pub where she can greet new friends, canine and human- she loves them all!
Winnie would love a playful canine sibling and humans that are active and ready to keep her little brain challenged. She has been the ultimate welcome wagon in her foster home.
Crate trained, sleeps through the night and almost potty trained.
Her new family should be prepared for all that a young puppy needs including a schedule that allows for many potty breaks through the day! Our best guess at a full grown weight is around 50lbs- most of that in her already long legs!
Read more about Winnie Adopt or Foster
This baby is still in NC waiting for a foster home - so if you’re not ready for a long term commitment and have the time for a puppy, we’d love to hear from you!
7. Harvey Adopt or Foster
Male · Dachshund / Mixed (short coat) · 18 mi from Haymarket




Coming Soon
Let's talk Harvey and yes- he really is only 22 lbs!
For such a young pup (estimated at about a year old), Harvey is a true romantic. He enjoys long walks, watching rom coms and being serenaded by his human (he’s told us low, crooning love songs are his personal fave!) He is good with kids, friendly with people and loves to play with other dogs. He is however, decidedly not a fan of the rain and likes a warm sweater when it is cold - can you blame him?
Read more about Harvey Adopt or Foster
Harvey is looking for a family that loves to play and loves having a lowrider under their feet. Expect the pitter patter of little feet wherever you go. He would also love to be allowed in bed with you, as his love language is physical touch so expect a good snuggle.
Sound like your type of guy, then apply now!!
8. Willie Adopt or Foster+
Male · Unknown breed (short coat) · 18 mi from Haymarket



That adorable underbite belongs to the sweetest boy Willie.
At just 8 lbs and approximately 3 years old, he was found wandering the streets of NC, underweight with a gash on his head.
He was scared and exhausted but wanted nothing more than to find a warm lap, snuggles and kind words.
Fellow pups can scare him at first but with a good intro and reassurance he becomes one of the pack.
He is smart and makes quick work of gates and obstacles - perhaps he’s part cat! He really just wants to be close to his humans. However, settling in to his crate at night comes without any fuss. I'm sure if you said he could sleep with you, his heart would be happy.
So far, he is housetrained and does ask to go out.
If you are looking for that little buddy that needs some TLC in return for so much love Willie is your boy.
9. Mickey Adopt or Foster
Male · Basset Hound / Poodle (Standard) / Mixed (medium coat) · 18 mi from Haymarket




Nothing is better than seeing Mickey smile! This one year old guy had a rough start in life, living with 14 other dogs in 2 rooms of a very dark house.
Getting out came with a big sigh and with some help from his foster sibling, the smiles started. Mickey has been calm and mellow so far and seems to get along with everyone and calm canine friends bring him comfort.
With gentle interactions and tasty treats, humans are also quickly becoming his friends.
The outside world is still new and scary and watching life from the window and a couch is currently his speed. With patience and time, we’re sure he’ll become the brave boy we know is in there. With a crate as his safe space he’s well on his way to being both crate and potty trained. Most new experiences for Mickey take him a minute to figure out but once he does, it's all good and he never looks back!
10. Rebel Adopt or Foster
Male · Beagle / Mixed (short coat) · 18 mi from Haymarket


A Rebel with a cause! And what a great cause it is- finding a new family of course! This adorable Rebel has sadly found himself without a home and we’re here to help his cause! Rebel is new to Mutts but what we’ve seen so far, he’s a great catch! A solid adult (estimated 6-8’ish) he’s past the young crazy stage and still has lots of pep in his step. In fact this boy LOVES a good sniffy walk to put that Beagle nose to good use. He’s a larger Beagle mix, probably with some hound or basset and has all the best traits of a good ole hound dog! He’s friendly with people and so far has been happy to meet other dogs but hasn’t been overly interested in playing (that could change with time and the right playmate!).
Read more about Rebel Adopt or Foster
He knows sit and is eager to learn more, especially if treats are involved. If you’re looking for a new best bud that’s as happy to chill out on the couch as he is hiking on the trails (on leash of course!), come meet Rebel! at the moment Rebel is staying with a boarding partner and would love to chill in a foster home while he waits for his new family to find him!
11. Pugslie Adopt or Foster
Male · Pug (short coat) · 18 mi from Haymarket





Meet the great pumpkin Pugslie! What makes him great you ask? Well because he loves to do some of your favorite fall things. Snuggle and be close on cool mornings, walking in leaves that sometimes leads to zoomies, pumpkin patches because there are so many smells and people to meet and how about a brewery while you try some new ciders and he gets to people and pup watch.
Read more about Pugslie Adopt or Foster
He is an active boy and needs plenty of exercise and fun.
Sleeps in his crate but would also love to share your bed.
He gets so excited to see you and can jump so high. He'll need a little help understanding he needs to be a little more gentle and has made great strides with positive feedback so far.
He is under a year, so ready for life and past the puppy stage. And under 25 lbs so the perfect size. He does not chew but loves toys and balls.
He is a good doggie citizens and enjoys another active dog in the home. His intros are bold but it's because he is enthusiastic.
He could also be just as happy with some active humans.
He has come so far from his lonely days at the shelter and really wants a home and humans of his own, could you be it?
12. RoscoeAdopt or Foster
Male · Hound / Mixed (short coat) · 18 mi from Haymarket


Sweet Roscoe has definitely seen some hard days in his life, as can be seen by some old scars on his face. He went into the shelter as a stray and was diagnosed with heartworm disease. He is currently at one of our vets and will be treated for heartworm and given a thorough exam to determine what medical treatments need to take place to make him feel better. Despite his difficult past he remains a sweet boy and his life from this point forward will be much better. Roscoe is 8 years old and weighs about 56 pounds. A foster home during his treatment would be wonderful.
13. Minnie Adopt
Female · Beagle / Mixed (short coat) · 18 mi from Haymarket



Sweet Minnie was surrendered to Mutt Love, along with Sam, because circumstances in the home changed and they could no longer provide care for the dogs. Minnie is a very outgoing pup who loves everyone, is good with other dogs, not sure about cats. Minnie is 5 years old and weighs about 32 pounds.
14. Zuni Adopt or Foster
Female · Beagle / Jack Russell Terrier (short coat) · 18 mi from Haymarket


Zuni was surrendered by her people when they couldn't provide her with the proper care and attention she needed. Zuni is good with other dogs, appears to be house trained, walks well on a leash. She is between 2-3 years old and is currently around 20lbs but we're working on helping her lose some weight.
15. Lil Man Adopt or Foster
Male · Beagle (short coat) · 18 mi from Haymarket


Lil Man was found as a stray in rural Virginia. He must have had a family as some point as he knows basic tricks like sit and shake paws, but unfortunately no one came to look for him. Lil Man is about one year's old and weighs around 30 pounds. He does well with other dogs, but unknown about kids. We will update his bio as we get to know him
16. Tinsel Adoption Pending
Female · Hound / Mixed (short coat) · 18 mi from Haymarket


Tinsel aka Tin is the happiest of girls, you will find no one happier out there. She will greet you at the door with a toy and wiggly joy. She is an enthusiastic eater. Her favorites include sticks, leaves and insects. A little sweet and and a little spice type of girl.
She is very interested in her favorite person's food too, it is wise not to let your plate out of your sight. Counter surfing was her sport early on, but as she has been maturing into a young lady she has gained some self control.
Tin is an independent lady when she has to be but mostly enjoys being with her person. If you are outside that is where she wants to be.
Read more about Tinsel Adoption Pending
Tin is kennel trained and sleeps through the night. She walks well on a leash but does like to stop and take in the scenery on occasion. There is so much to see and do during her walks.
She loves other dogs and would do great with an active furry companion and a fenced yard. Doggie play groups would be so much fun for Tin.
She loves every person she meets, she just may need a minute if she is on a leash. She will bark to let everyone know the extra human is there.
Tinsel is one of those beautiful teenage kids looking for her forever family after a rough start.
Tinsel is 9 months old and weighs about 40 lbs. Think she is for you, reach out now!
17. Sam Adopt
Male · Yorkshire Terrier Yorkie / Mixed (long coat) · 18 mi from Haymarket




Sam is an 8 years young yorkie mix that was given up by his owner due to her serious health issues. Sam is friendly, walks well on a leash, is house trained and gets along with other dogs. He is currently in a medical foster getting the care he needs. If you're interested in learning more about Sam, please reach out to Mutt Love.
18. Betty
Adult (2 years) · Female · Boxer / Mixed · 19 mi from Haymarket




This little girl was left at a short-staffed, over-crowded shelter and was on the euthanasia list. Because she was pregnant, staff made a hard push to get her out as they could not safely deliver her pups in the shelter. She is now in a foster home at AFH where she can deliver her pups in a warm, loving home. This sweet girl is friendly, loving and calm. She is OK with other dogs and a bit shy, but warms up quickly. Stay tuned for updates.
19. Putts
Puppy (2 months 5 days) · Male · Labrador Retriever / Mixed · 19 mi from Haymarket




Meet Putts – Your New Best Friend! Found as a stray in southern Virginia, Putts is ready to leave his past behind and start a wonderful new chapter with a family of his own! This adorable Lab mix is full of love, kisses, and cuddles. Putts has a happy, playful personality and loves spreading joy wherever he goes. Whether it’s playtime, getting lots of affection, or snuggling up with his favorite people, Putts is all about making the most of every moment. Putts is ready for his happily ever after. Could it be with you?
20. Pumpkin
Puppy (2 months 11 days) · Female · Labrador Retriever / Mixed · 19 mi from Haymarket




Meet Pumpkin, a sweet little girl who is ready for her happily ever after! Pumpkin came in painfully skinny, but once she came into rescue she's been putting on weight nicely and is blossoming into a happy, healthy pup. This adorable Lab mix is the last of her litter still waiting for a family to call her own, and we are determined to help her find the wonderful forever home she deserves! Don't let her humble beginnings fool you—Pumpkin is full of puppy personality! She's frisky, playful, and always ready for a little fun. Like any young pup, she has so much love to give and so many wonderful adventures ahead of her. Could you be the lucky one to give this precious girl the happily ever after she deserves?
Rescues and shelters near Haymarket
The rescues with the most dogs listed within 25 miles of Haymarket.
- A Forever Home Rescue FoundationChantilly, VA · 24 dogs · 19 mi from Haymarket
How to adopt from A Forever Home Rescue Foundation
Adoption Application Interview Vet Check Virtual Home Check Adoption Contract Spay/Neuter Agreement (if under 6 months & unaltered)
- Mutt Love RescueFairfax, VA · 18 dogs · 18 mi from Haymarket
How to adopt from Mutt Love Rescue
Potential adopters complete an application, are interviewed, vet references are checked, home visit, adoption contract. Adoption fee is $285 for a spayed/neutered, fully vetted and microchipped dog.
- Virginia German Shepherd RescueCentreville, VA · 10 dogs · 19 mi from Haymarket
How to adopt from Virginia German Shepherd Rescue
Home check, reference check, interview, contract, $300.
- Fauquier SPCA, Inc.Warrenton, VA · 5 dogs · 10 mi from Haymarket
- Collie Rescue, IncChantilly, VA · 4 dogs · 19 mi from Haymarket
- Harley Koda Animal RescueFairfax Station, VA · 2 dogs · 18 mi from Haymarket
How to adopt from Harley Koda Animal Rescue
Application, phone interview, adoption contract, adoption fee - $300-$450
- Caring Hearts Rescuespringfield, VA · 2 dogs · 24 mi from Haymarket
How to adopt from Caring Hearts Rescue
We often receive questions about the process of applying for one of our precious rescued dogs. The first step is filling out a application at the following address http://www.caringheartsrescue.org/Adopt.html . Click on the apply button under the dog you are interested in. If you have pets, you will be required to provide medical records for your current pets as proof that they are up to date on vaccines, spayed or neutered and on heart worm preventative. We will contact you after this first step is completed. Thank you very much for your time!
Adopting a dog in Haymarket
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.
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 Haymarket
How many dogs are up for adoption in Haymarket?
As of November 4, 2026, 65 dogs and puppies are listed for adoption within 25 miles of Haymarket, Virginia, by 7 rescues and shelters. The list is updated every day.
Where can I adopt a dog in Haymarket?
The rescues with the most dogs near Haymarket right now are A Forever Home Rescue Foundation (Chantilly, VA), Mutt Love Rescue (Fairfax, VA) and Virginia German Shepherd Rescue (Centreville, VA). Each dog above has the rescue's phone number and website.
Are there puppies for adoption in Haymarket?
Yes. 17 puppys are up for adoption within 25 miles of Haymarket.
How do I adopt a dog in Haymarket?
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.