Dogs for Adoption

The following dogs have been released from their lives at the ends of chains or in pens and are looking for their forever homes. While all dogs have been rescued by Dogs Deserve Better, we work with other rescue groups in order to find the best possible homes for these dogs. In many cases, these dogs are available for adoption through other rescue groups that we work with closely.

All dogs are located in Arlington, VA. Contact info@dogsdeservebetternova.com with questions.
 

URGENT! Diamond: Senior Pit Mix: 10 Years
Poor Diamond has been chained his entire life and is desperately looking for a foster or forever home. Take a look at his picture and imagine living like that every single day! Thankfully his owner realizes he deserves better and is letting us get Diamond neutered/vaccinated and ready to find a home where he can live as part of the family. Do you have room in your home and heart for Diamond? Contact info@dogsdeservebetternova.com for more information.

 

URGENT! Tippy: Collie/Shepherd Mix: 4 Years
Tippy has been chained his entire life and is desperately looking for a foster or forever home. Take a look at his picture and imagine living like that every single day! Thankfully his owner realizes he deserves better and is letting us get Tippy neutered/vaccinated and ready to find a home where he can live as part of the family. Do you have room in your home and heart for Tippy? Contact info@dogsdeservebetternova.com for more information.

 

Benji: Pekingese Mix: 5 Years, 25 Pounds
Benji is a 5-year old Pekingese mix who has been treated badly by people. He had 2 different owners who kicked him, so naturally he became fearful and untrusting of people. After 2 months of individual attention, he now meets everyone with a wag and a wiggle! He still gets nervous if he is cornered or picked up too fast, but with time and patience he'll be anyone's best friend. He is wonderful with dogs but does chase cats, so a home without cats would be best. He loves to sleep in bed with you and wake you with a gentle nose kiss! 

Benji is neutered, up to date with vaccines, and house trained. When he is in a new situation he circles, drools, and scratches but calms down in a day or two. Can you give this sweet little guy the life he deserves? E-mail info@dogsdeservebetternova.com to meet him!

 

CROSSPOST: Elizabeth is a special needs dog that Dogs Deserve Better helped rescue from life in a pen. She is now living inside and is available for adoption through A Forever Home Rescue Foundation in Northern Virginia.

Elizabeth: Chow Chow Mix: 10 Years, 36 Pounds
Elizabeth has a neurological disorder that makes it difficult for her to walk. Before being rescued, she lived her entire life outside in a pen, where she developed heartworm as well as all sorts of infections and parasites. All have been treated. Elizabeth needs a home with carpet and few steps so she can walk around easily. She is completely house trained. Come meet this precious little girl and fall in love! Please contact ldwalthers@yahoo.com if you are interested in adopting Elizabeth!