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

34 dogs and puppies are waiting for homes at 5 rescues and shelters within 50 miles of Williamsburg. 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 50 miles of Williamsburg, 11 puppies, 6 young dogs and 17 adults. The breeds you'll see most are Pit Bull Terrier, Labrador Retriever and American Pit Bull Terrier, along with plenty of one-of-a-kind mixes.
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1. Carolina
Young · Female · Labrador Retriever · 24 mi from Williamsburg



Carolina needs a home with a fenced yard (no exceptions). She also needs a home with another confident dog. She didnt have the best start in life, so she needs someone with a little patience. She is very smart and eager to learn. She loves to play and wrestle with the other dogs in her foster home. Adopter must live in the Hampton Roads area. We prefer a home with no small children. There are additional requirements for active duty military.
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
2. Kobe
Adult · Male · Pug · 24 mi from Williamsburg




Kobe is a sweet, loving boy. He loves dogs, so he needs a home with another dog friend or two. He also loves cats. Kobe would prefer a fenced yard, so he can run a few zoomie laps. Adopters must live in the Hampton Roads area of Virginia (Coastal Virginia).
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
3. Swiss Miss
Puppy · Female · Shepherd / Hound / Mixed · 24 mi from Williamsburg




MEET SWISS MISS — YOUR PERFECT ADVENTURE BUDDY! Looking for a sweet, smart, fun-loving companion? Swiss Miss is your girl! House-trained and well-behaved Dog friendly — loves dogs of all sizes! People friendly — loves everyone she meets! Great in public — the perfect brewery buddy! Smart and food motivated — knows sit, no, and leave it! Walks on a leash and enjoys adventures! Active and playful, but also a total cuddle bug! Spayed and fully vaccinated! Her Ideal Home: Securely fenced yard REQUIRED Someone home more often than not An active family who will include her in their adventures Must live in Hampton Roads, VA
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
4. Dj
Adult · Male · Terrier / Mixed · 24 mi from Williamsburg




DJThis handsome boy is about 4 years old,60 lbs and is SO HANDSOME! Dj is dog friendly but needs a meet and greet to ensure he’s good match. He prefers female dogs to males, but we believe he would ultimately do best as an only dog as he loves all the attention! He is neutered, heartworm negative, up to date on vaccines and preventatives, has been dewormed and microchipped. He loves riding in a car and would make a great travel partner. DJ is a Velcro dog and loves his person. He preers someone that is home more often than not. He requires a fenced yard! Fill out an adoption application here https://petstablished.com/adoption_form/25085
- No young kids
- Only dog
- No cats
- House-trained
- Special needs
5. Raven
Young (2 years) · Female · Chihuahua (long coat) · 36 mi from Williamsburg




Raven was surrendered to a county shelter. She is extremely scared and barks at everyone until she learns to trust. She needs a lap to feel safe and someone to love and protect her. The woman who surrendered her just handed her over and told the tech that Raven was their problem now. We have only had her for 4 days and she is learning to trust. Her current foster just informed us that she can't foster any longer because she had health issues and wasn't able to care for Raven any longer. She needs a quiet family with no children and one who understands that everyone is a giant to her and will give her time to trust. She is a sweet little girl once you get to that point. If you want a loving lap pup who wants to be with you once you have passed the trust test, contact Rainbow Animal Rescue at 7574721583 or rainbowanimalrescueva@gmail.com
- No young kids
- Special needs
6. Lurch
Puppy (3 months 13 days) · Male · Hound / Hound / Mixed (medium coat) · 41 mi from Williamsburg



Lurch was taken into rescue after being dumped at the shelter with his siblings. He LOVES to play with the other dogs in his foster home & is a big cuddler! He is sleeping in his crate at night & is doing well with house training. Lurch is good with cats, dogs & kids. His breed make up is just a guess as we have not had a DNA test done & he came from the shelter. The adoption fee is $375 and includes age appropriate vaccines, deworming, microchip & spay or neuter. To adopt go to www.braginc.org under forms for more info email bragincinfo@gmail.com
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
- House-trained
7. Zero
Puppy (3 months 13 days) · Male · Hound / Hound / Mixed (medium coat) · 41 mi from Williamsburg


Zero was taken into rescue after being dumped at the shelter with his siblings. He LOVES to play with the other dogs in his foster home & is a big cuddler! He is sleeping in his crate at night & is doing well with house training. Zero is good with cats, dogs & kids. His breed make up is just a guess as we have not had a DNA test done & he came from the shelter. The adoption fee is $375 and includes age appropriate vaccines, deworming, microchip & spay or neuter. To adopt go to www.braginc.org under forms for more info email bragincinfo@gmail.com
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
- House-trained
8. Buddy
Puppy (3 months 13 days) · Male · German Shepherd Dog / Hound / Mixed (medium coat) · 41 mi from Williamsburg




Buddy was taken into rescue after being dumped at the shelter with his siblings. Buddy is the sweetest cuddle monster around!! He loves playing with the olther dog in his foster home then curling up as close as he can get to you for a nap. He is a spunky puppy who loves to zoom and soak up the sun! He walks well on harness & LOVES a good treat. He sleeps quietly in his crate & will even put himself to bed at night in there! He is almost fully house trained. Buddy is good with cats, dogs & kids. His breed make up is just a guess as we have not had a DNA test done & he came from the shelter. The adoption fee is $375 and includes age appropriate vaccines, deworming, microchip & spay or neuter. To adopt go to www.braginc.org under forms for more info email bragincinfo@gmail.com
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
- House-trained
9. Sage
Puppy (4 months 13 days) · Female · American Staffordshire Terrier / Dogo Argentino / Mixed (short coat) · 41 mi from Williamsburg




Sage found herself at a local animal control as a stray. She was severely underweight & has been chowing down every meal since we took her into rescue! She is 4 or 5 months old & just a sweet baby angel!!!! She is brave on walks & likes meeting new people. Sage loves to play with the other dogs in her foster home & would thrive with another dog to blow off steam with!She is also a HUGE snuggle monster & loves to nap in close or in your lap. Sage is sleeping quietly in her crate at night & is working hard on house training. Her exact breed make up is a guess! We assume there is some pittie in there! If you haven't noticed from her pics she has ears to die for & boy does she say a lot with them!!The adoption fee is $375 and includes age appropriate vaccines, deworming, microchip and spay. To adopt go to www.braginc.org under forms for more info email bragincinfo@gmail.com
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
10. Moo
Puppy (2 months 29 days) · Male · American Staffordshire Terrier / American Pit Bull Terrier / Mixed (short coat) · 41 mi from Williamsburg





These babies were found as strays with their mama & we think they were just dumped there. Since coming into rescue they have been around lots of other dogs & people! THey are little snuggle monsters!! Moo is 12 weeks old & ready for a family of his own! He sleeps quietly in his crate at night & is almost house trained. He loves to play with the other dogs & his favorite time of day is when the kids get home from school!The adoption fee is $375 and includes age appropriate vaccines, deworming, microchip & spay or neuter. To adopt go to www.braginc.org under forms for more info email bragincinfo@gmail.com
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
11. Jolene
Adult (3 years 1 month) · Female · American Pit Bull Terrier / American Staffordshire Terrier / Mixed (short coat) · 41 mi from Williamsburg



Jolene & her 6 babies were found as strays!!! We are pretty sure they =were just dumped. Jolene has done her mothering and is done!! Now it is time to find her a family of her very own that will never dump her & love her forever. jolene ha shown us she is house trained & will go to the door & sit when she needs to go out! Jolene is a nice medium energy dog who loves a good chew and a soft bed!! She is also a velcro dog & likes to follow you everywhere! Jolene is 3ish years old & ready for a forever family! Her adoption fee is $275. To adopt go to www.braginc.org under forms for more info please email bragincinfo@gmail.com
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
12. Luna
Puppy (2 months 29 days) · Female · American Pit Bull Terrier / Hound / Mixed (short coat) · 41 mi from Williamsburg




Luna & her 7 siblings were taken from their owner by animal control as they were not taking care of the babies. We took them into rescue and placed them in foster homes where they are loving the good life!! They are learning ALL. THE. THINGS. They love to play with other dogs and are good with kids and cats too! They are working on house and crate training and doing well with both. The adoption fee is $375 and includes age appropriate vaccines, deworming, microchip & spay or neuter. To adopt go to www.braginc.org under forms for more info email bragincinfo@gmail.com
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
13. Rooster
Puppy (3 months 29 days) · Male · American Pit Bull Terrier / Hound / Mixed (short coat) · 41 mi from Williamsburg




Rooster & his 7 siblings were taken from their owner by animal control as they were not taking care of the babies. We took them into rescue and placed them in foster homes where they are loving the good life!! They are learning ALL. THE. THINGS. They love to play with other dogs and are good with kids and cats too! They are working on house and crate training and doing well with both. The adoption fee is $375 and includes age appropriate vaccines, deworming, microchip & spay or neuter. To adopt go to www.braginc.org under forms for more info email bragincinfo@gmail.com
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
14. Murphy
Young (1 year 5 months) · Male · American Pit Bull Terrier / American Staffordshire Terrier / Mixed (short coat) · 41 mi from Williamsburg



Murphy was found dumped in a fenced yard of an abandoned home in Petersburg. We took him into rescue & he is settling info foster care. He has been neutered and brought up to date. He is SOOOOO sweet. He loves a good stuffy and playing with other dogs. He is really enjoying sleeping in bed with everyone! hahaHe is working hard on house training & is crate trained as well. He is good with dogs and kids. His adoption fee is $275 and includes vaccines, hw test, spay & microchip. To adopt go to www.braginc.org under forms for more info email bragincinfo@gmail.com
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
15. Rory
Puppy (3 months 26 days) · Female · Labrador Retriever / American Pit Bull Terrier / Mixed (short coat) · 41 mi from Williamsburg





Rory & her 9 siblings were taken into rescue after they were surrendered to an overcrowded shelter & were being kept in crates in the office! They are great babies!! Confident & silly & love to play then cuddle. They are working on house training and crate training and doing well with both. They are good with dogs, cats and kids. We do not know what they are mixed with. Their breed make up is just a guess. The adoption fee is $375 and includes age appropriate vaccines, deworming, microchip and spay or neuter. To adopt go to www.braginc.org under forms for more info email bragincinfo@gmail.com
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
16. 4015
Adult · Female · Pug (short coat) · 45 mi from Williamsburg


ON MEDICAL HOLD: my teeth were so bad that I have need another surgical procedures to remove the infection. Please donate if you can. My bill is already 2552.00 and I still need more work done.
Frankie is an 8.9 year old fawn female pug. She is doing great with the pugs in her foster home. She is fine as an only pug or with other dogs. She has no experience with cats. Frankie has dry eye syndrome and pigmentary keratitis so she will need prescription eye drops twice a day for life. She does have limited vision because of this but get along great. She also has a chicken allergy and is doing great on the fish based dog food.
Frankie is spayed, microchipped, up to date on routine shots, heartworm negative and on prevention.
Frankie is fostered in Virginia Beach, VA Please put in your adoption application on our website www.pugrescuenc.org under the available pug tab.
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Her adoption fee is $350.00.
ALL PUGS MUST BE INDOOR DOGS.
We only adopt to NC, VA and surrounding states.
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
17. Otto in Richmond VA
Adult · Male · Beagle · 50 mi from Williamsburg



Introducing Otto, the perfect pup! Weighing in at just 20 pounds and about 5 years old, Otto is looking for a home that is active, fun and loves to play. He is great with male and female adults, all aged kids, all sized dogs, and even cats. Otto is crate trained, house trained, and has learned how to be a snuggly indoor beagle boy, with no bad habits. Otto did not have the best start in life, so he looks a little older than he is, but he has plenty of spunk and loves to go hard, (but then go home to nap!!). Otto’s only requirement is for a person/family that will give him lots of attention and stuffies. This boy cherishes his toys!
Read more about Otto in Richmond VA
If you are interested in meeting this bubbly love bug, please contact lizmcadory@gmail.com.
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
18. Jaxson
Adult · Male · Pit Bull Terrier / Mixed · 50 mi from Williamsburg




Meet Jaxson — the quintessential man’s best friend.
Jaxson is looking for a human who needs him just as much as he needs them.
This boy loves with his entire soul. He’ll tuck his head between your neck and shoulder, lean in with every ounce of his being, and stay there as long as you’ll let him. There’s nothing in the world he loves more than a good snuggle. And thank goodness, because his snuggles are downright therapeutic.
Jaxson is a petite 45-pound, 6-year-old guy with a calm, easygoing personality. But every now and then, the sillies come out. He’ll roll onto his back, chomp at the air, and make the most ridiculous little gremlin noises.
His favorite things include snuggling, going for walks, chewing on bones, riding in the car, meeting people, snuggling, and, of course, more snuggling.
He absolutely adores children and has been wonderfully gentle with them.
Jaxson is a confident guy who is well-behaved in the house.
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He prefers to be in the same room as his people, but he’s happy to settle in with a bone and entertain himself without being underfoot. He has a history of separation anxiety, but he’s made remarkable progress. He’s now perfectly comfortable relaxing in his crate while his people are away.
If you are interested in adopting Jaxson, please fill out an application today!
- Good with kids
- No cats
19. Jett in Powhatan VA
Adult · Male · Pit Bull Terrier / Mixed · 50 mi from Williamsburg


Meet Jett! Your New Snuggle Buddy!
Say hello to Jett, a handsome 2-year-old boy who is ready to find a family to call his own!
Jett is as sweet and gentle as they come. This lovable boy has a soft heart and a serious love for snuggles! Whether you're looking for a buddy to spend your days with or a cuddle companion to relax on the couch with, Jett might just be your perfect match.
Read more about Jett in Powhatan VA
Jett is still waiting to find his forever home, and we would love nothing more than to see this sweet boy get his chance at a life filled with love, comfort, and all the cuddles he could ever want! He will be dog-tested to help us learn more about how he does with other dogs.
Could Jett be the missing piece of your family? Come meet this sweet boy and see for yourself!
Call or email today at (804) 598-5672 animalcontrol@powhatanva.gov
Powhatan Animal Control
4000 Old Plantation Road
Powhatan VA 23139
Monday–Friday, 9 AM–5 PM
Please call or visit us to learn more about Jett. If you have other dogs at home, a meet-and-greet will be needed.
Let's help Jett find the loving home he deserves!
20. Soren in Emporia VA
Young · Male · Pit Bull Terrier / Mixed · 50 mi from Williamsburg







Soren was a stray picked up by the local animal control, so we know nothing about his prior life or lack thereof but we can take a guess. Soren came to us fur stained with urine and it was apparent that he had lived his life in a crate that was likely just big enough for him to lay down in. Since coming to us Soren has been fully vetted, microchipped, neutered, and is HW-. Soren is an energetic pup who's always looking for his next adventure. Soren is crate trained and has had no accidents in the crate. Soren becomes so excited when he sees you that sometimes he pees on your leg by accident (ask our volunteers how they know), this is easily corrected with a belly band. Soren was dog tested and did fine, although sometimes he's a little too excited to meet dog friends that we suggest a friend who has similar energy. Soren has not been cat tested. Soren is very photogenic and loves being the center of attention, but is also content being in the background. Soren is the perfect suburbian sized Pitbull, not too big and not too small. Soren knows the basic command of sit, and is actively willing to learn more commands as long as the cookies are free flowing.
Read more about Soren in Emporia VA
Contact "For the Love of Sam" at 434-535-1337 or 4loveofsam@gmail.com
Rescues and shelters near Williamsburg
The rescues with the most dogs listed within 50 miles of Williamsburg.
- Ring Dog RescueRichmond, VA · 16 dogs · 50 mi from Williamsburg
- Bully Rescue & Advocacy Group, Inc.Chester, va · 12 dogs · 41 mi from Williamsburg
How to adopt from Bully Rescue & Advocacy Group, Inc.
We check vet & personal references, perform a home visit & utilize a trial period prior to finalizing an adoption. Prior to placement all animals are spayed or neutered, vaccinated and microchiped. Adult dogs adoption fee is $150 Puppies adoption fee is $200.
- Magpie & Daisy's Pet RescueCarrollton , va · 4 dogs · 24 mi from Williamsburg
How to adopt from Magpie & Daisy's Pet Rescue
Approved application $90 cats $125 kittens $150 Senior Dogs $200 Adult Dogs $275 puppies, must have fenced yard
- Rainbow Animal Rescue, IncNorfolk, VA · 1 dog · 36 mi from Williamsburg
How to adopt from Rainbow Animal Rescue, Inc
We require an adoption application. We do home checks, vet checks, and reference checks. If approved, the adopter signs a contract.
- Pug Rescue of North Carolina, Inc.Elizabeth City, NC · 1 dog · 45 mi from Williamsburg
How to adopt from Pug Rescue of North Carolina, Inc.
Adoption Application required: Placement Fees: $250.00 ( dogs 6 years & under ) $125.00 ( dogs 7 years and up ) $400.00 ( puppies 6 months of age or under ) special contracts apply-please keep in mind, puppies rarely come into our rescue system Some times we may waive the placement fee on pugs who have special needs if we find the prefect family
Adopting a dog in Williamsburg
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 Williamsburg
How many dogs are up for adoption in Williamsburg?
As of November 4, 2026, 34 dogs and puppies are listed for adoption within 50 miles of Williamsburg, Virginia, by 5 rescues and shelters. The list is updated every day.
Where can I adopt a dog in Williamsburg?
The rescues with the most dogs near Williamsburg right now are Ring Dog Rescue (Richmond, VA), Bully Rescue & Advocacy Group, Inc. (Chester, va) and Magpie & Daisy's Pet Rescue (Carrollton , va). Each dog above has the rescue's phone number and website.
Are there puppies for adoption in Williamsburg?
Yes. 11 puppys are up for adoption within 50 miles of Williamsburg.
How do I adopt a dog in Williamsburg?
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.