Below are all of the organizations in District of Columbia from which you can adopt a dog. Please continue on to each individual organization’s website by clicking on their name to see dogs they have available for adoption or to learn more about the organization and their mission. Adopting is a great way of bringing home a dog in need of a loving home. Consider checking with the organizations in your area on a weekly basis if you’re looking for a specific breed before you decide to go out and buy a puppy from a breeder. You know what they say – ‘Adopt Before You Shop!’
| Organization | Address | City | Phone | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Washington Animal Rescue League | SE Pennsylvania Av & SE 28th St | Washington | Email Us | |
| City Dogs Rescue | 2121 Decatur Place NW, Unit #3 | Washington | Email Us | |
| DC Paws Rescue | P.O. Box 23439 | Washington | Email Us | |
| Dogingham Palace Rescue | Washington | Email Us | ||
| Kyra’s Rescue | Washington | Email Us | ||
| Lucky Dog Animal Rescue | Washington | N/A | 202-741-5428 | |
| Rural Dog Rescue | 733 8th Street SE | Washington | Email Us | 410-310-4420 |
| SnooperHeroes Cat and Canine Rescue | Washington | Email Us | ||
| Washington Animal Rescue League | 71 Oglethorpe St. N.W. | Washington | Email Us | 202-726-2556 |
| Washington Humane Society/Washington Animal Rescue League | 1201 New York Ave NE | Washington | Email Us | 202-727-7369 |