Adoptable Dogs
Please note, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, temporary changes in the adoption policy at the Northumberland County Animal Shelter is limiting prospective adopters to residents of Northumberland County and surrounding counties. Available shelter pets can be viewed here on our website at the "ADOPTABLE DOGS" or "ADOPTABLE CATS" tabs. In addition, local residents interested in adopting a pet can find instructions on how to apply by selecting the "ADOPT A PET" tab. When your application is approved, the Shelter Manager will call you and set an appointment for you to meet your chosen pet.
Please note, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, temporary changes in the adoption policy at the Northumberland County Animal Shelter is limiting prospective adopters to residents of Northumberland County and surrounding counties. Available shelter pets can be viewed here on our website at the "ADOPTABLE DOGS" or "ADOPTABLE CATS" tabs. In addition, local residents interested in adopting a pet can find instructions on how to apply by selecting the "ADOPT A PET" tab. When your application is approved, the Shelter Manager will call you and set an appointment for you to meet your chosen pet.
This page is devoted to all of the available dogs waiting for their forever homes. All animals are kept up to date on their vaccinations, heart worm checked and given a preventative each month. In addition, when you adopt a pet, you receive a certificate for spaying/neutering, possible through our partnership with the Animal Welfare League of the Northern Neck. The Northern Neck Kennel Club also graciously offers free classes in Obedience or Manners to adopters. If you have questions regarding these wonderful pets, please call the Shelter at (804) 580-6156.
Gage
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Gage is a sweet dog who's owner moved and couldn't take him with them...He lived happily with another dog (also available). Gage is a Pitt mix who is 1 year old and weighs 50 pounds.
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Jewell
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Jewell is a sweet girl who's owner moved and couldn't take her with them.... she is 46 pounds . She is good with other dogs however, because of her circumstances, she is quite timid and will need a patient owner to earn her trust. Once she loves you, she's all in.
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Darcy
Darcy is a sweet girl who is 1 year 8 months. She weighs 46 pounds. Darcy loves to ride in the car! She is spayed. She entered the shelter as a stray. She would make a loyal companion. Photo courtesy Rescue Dog Photography. 
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SPOCK
Spock is a very smart athletic boy. He is waiting for a human bestie to play games and teach him tricks. Spock is a great problem solver. Yes, he has managed to escape from the play yard, through the parking lot gate and back into the room where he stays! After all, it was time for his meal. Spock jumps high and might have fun with a frisbee. Spock is not dog friendly at all at the shelter and there is every indication he wants to be an only dog. With people, though, Spock is all about eye contact and connection. He is quite the charmer and sits perfectly for a treat. If you are looking for a high energy, bright companion Spock could very well be your handsome fellow. He is 53 pounds.
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Beulah
Beulah is our senior lady...8 years and 7 months. She's very friendly and is only 58 pounds. She is an absolute gem. She likes to play, give you her paw and kisses, knows how to sit for a treat, and is super sweet and affectionate. She’s a gentle soul who would let you pet her all day long. Beulah is heartworm positive but because of her age, cannot be treated. She also cannot be spayed. Photos courtesy of Rescue Dog Photography. |
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Alice
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Alice is looking for her own forever home. This very affectionate gal enjoys attention and one on one time. She loves to ride in the car! She is always delighted to see her favorite people! This pretty redhead is about 50 pounds and around three years old. She appears to be too focused on cats to live with them. But this lady loves people. If you would like to meet Alice she shows her true personality and loving ways away from the kennel. Alice would be best as an only dog.
Photo courtesy of Rescue Dog Photography. |
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Blanca
I’m full grown but still act like a puppy and would love to have you train me. My personality is very sweet. I’m happy, playful, fun loving but I’m still here at the shelter. I’m getting a little bored here and I want to belong to my own family. I don’t like most dogs and cats but I really want to be your only pet and lavish you with all my love and attention. If you ask to take me outside or to a private room, you will see what I mean. Pictures by Rescue Dog Photography |
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Big Jim
Big Jim is a 3 year old sweetheart! He gets along with most dogs! He's a joy to be around in extra large size! Pictures by Ann DeMuth Rescue Dog Photography 
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