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Dogs for adoption near Tacoma, WA

Explore dogs listed around Tacoma and get to know more than a photo. A caregiver’s examples of walks, rest and time at home can help you decide which dog you’d like to meet.

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112 dogs reported within 25 miles

Shared through RescueGroups.org. Distances may refer to the organization, not the pet. Availability can change; confirm the pet’s location and next steps before travelling.

Evie, available for adoption

Evie

1 Year 3 Months · Female · Small

14 miles · listed location

Reported needs

  • Older children only

Affectionate · Even-tempered · Playful

Collar of Hope · Olalla, WA

Meet Evie
Elijah, available for adoption

Elijah

2 Months 23 Days · Male · Small

14 miles · listed location

Reported needs

  • Older children only

Collar of Hope · Olalla, WA

Meet Elijah
Evan, available for adoption

Evan

2 Months 23 Days · Male · Small

14 miles · listed location

Reported needs

  • Older children only

Collar of Hope · Olalla, WA

Meet Evan
Gigi, available for adoption

Gigi

4 Years · Female · Medium

14 miles · listed location

Affectionate · Crate trained · Leash trained

Collar of Hope · Olalla, WA

Meet Gigi

Before arranging a Tacoma visit

The Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County has different steps for meeting pets in foster care. Read their current adoption guidance before setting out. This search covers a radius around Tacoma, so confirm the meeting location even when the listing appears nearby.

Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County: how to adopt ↗

An additional local resource, not a MeetYourRescue partner or a contact for every pet above. Follow the individual pet’s instructions.

Before you meet a dog

Ask what walks, rest and time alone have looked like in their current home. If you have other pets or children, describe your household and ask what introductions would involve.

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Plan for bringing them home

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