Wags & Walks Nashville
Since 2019, we have rescued 6,800+ dogs and placed them into loving forever homes. We’d love to help you find your match!
How to Meet Our Dogs
Many of our dogs live in loving foster homes, where they receive individualized care while waiting for adoption.
Adoption Center Visits
Monday & Tuesday CLOSED
Wednesday-Thursday 2:00 pm-6:00 pm
Friday-Sunday 11:00 am-4 pm
On the weekends, a selection of dogs from foster homes come in during open hours so visitors can meet them in person.
Meeting Foster Dogs
If the dog you’re interested in is in a foster home, simply submit an adoption application, and our team will coordinate a meet-and-greet.
Browse our available dogs below to get started.
Meet Dogs Looking for Loving Homes
Meet the Hocus Pocus Litter! These adorable 9-week-old female mixed-breed puppies are expected to be medium-sized when fully grown and ready to find their forever families! Like any puppies their age, the Hocus Pocus girls are playful, curious, snuggly, and full of typical puppy energy. Their adopters should be excited to take on both the joys and challenges of puppyhood as they grow! These puppies can thrive in a variety of homes, whether they grow up alongside a friendly canine sibling or get to be spoiled as the center of attention. If you’re ready for a new best friend to grow up with you, one of the Hocus Pocus puppies could be your perfect match!
Meet the Hocus Pocus Litter! These adorable 9-week-old female mixed-breed puppies are expected to be medium-sized when fully grown and ready to find their forever families! Like any puppies their age, the Hocus Pocus girls are playful, curious, snuggly, and full of typical puppy energy. Their adopters should be excited to take on both the joys and challenges of puppyhood as they grow! These puppies can thrive in a variety of homes, whether they grow up alongside a friendly canine sibling or get to be spoiled as the center of attention. If you’re ready for a new best friend to grow up with you, one of the Hocus Pocus puppies could be your perfect match!
Meet Squishy! This sweet 6-month-old, 43lb mixed-breed puppy is a smart, energetic, and incredibly lovable girl. Squishy is such a good girl who is always ready to learn, play, and spend time with her people! Squishy is a spunky puppy with a great foundation of training already under her belt. She knows her basic commands and has even completed training classes, where she worked on her leash manners and learned how to be a polite walking buddy! She’s also crate trained and potty trained! While she’s already accomplished so much, Squishy is still a puppy and will need adopters who are excited to continue guiding her through puppyhood as she grows. Squishy is friendly with people and has done well with both kids and other dogs in her previous foster homes. If you’re looking for a smart, sweet puppy who already has a great start on her training and is ready for plenty of adventures, Squishy could be your perfect match!
Meet Finn! This handsome 1.5-year-old, 80lb boy is a sweet, affectionate pup who loves being close to his people! Whether he’s curled up on the couch, snuggled into bed, or soaking up some attention, Finn is happiest when he’s spending time with his favorite humans. Finn also loves getting out and about! He enjoys going for walks and is a great copilot in the car, whether you’re heading around the corner or setting off on a longer adventure! He especially loves sticking his head out the window and taking in all the sights and smells along the way. He’s potty trained, crate trained, and knows multiple commands, so he’s already got a great foundation of skills under his belt! Finn does have some reactivity that he’ll need his future family to continue working on with consistent behavior training. His reactivity is rooted in excitement and he’s not aggressive toward people or other dogs, he simply gets overly excited because he wants to play. He can be quite submissive with other dogs and would do best with a canine companion around his size who can match his energy and help him get appropriate social outlets! A home with a yard would be ideal for Finn, giving him plenty of space to play and burn off energy. With the right structure, continued training, and lots of love, Finn is ready to settle into his forever home and be the happy, loving pup he’s meant to be!
Meet the Dancing with the Stars Litter! These adorable 8-week-old Shepherd mix puppies are ready to dance their way into their forever homes! Like any puppies their age, these little ones are curious, playful, snuggly, and eager to discover everything the world has to offer. The Dancing with the Stars puppies are expected to grow into large dogs, so their adopters should be prepared for plenty of puppy energy, growing, and all the fun that comes with raising a big dog. They’ll thrive in a variety of homes, whether they grow up alongside a friendly canine sibling or get to be the spoiled solo puppy who receives all the attention. As with any young puppy, their forever families should be excited to take on puppyhood and all the learning that comes with it. Because of their expected size and breed mix, these pups will likely thrive best in a home with a fenced-in yard or direct access to the outdoors where they can safely stretch their legs and get plenty of exercise. If you’re ready for puppy snuggles, zoomies, and a lifetime of adventures, one of these little stars could be your perfect match!
Meet the Dancing with the Stars Litter! These adorable 8-week-old Shepherd mix puppies are ready to dance their way into their forever homes! Like any puppies their age, these little ones are curious, playful, snuggly, and eager to discover everything the world has to offer. The Dancing with the Stars puppies are expected to grow into large dogs, so their adopters should be prepared for plenty of puppy energy, growing, and all the fun that comes with raising a big dog. They’ll thrive in a variety of homes, whether they grow up alongside a friendly canine sibling or get to be the spoiled solo puppy who receives all the attention. As with any young puppy, their forever families should be excited to take on puppyhood and all the learning that comes with it. Because of their expected size and breed mix, these pups will likely thrive best in a home with a fenced-in yard or direct access to the outdoors where they can safely stretch their legs and get plenty of exercise. If you’re ready for puppy snuggles, zoomies, and a lifetime of adventures, one of these little stars could be your perfect match!
Meet the Dancing with the Stars Litter! These adorable 8-week-old Shepherd mix puppies are ready to dance their way into their forever homes! Like any puppies their age, these little ones are curious, playful, snuggly, and eager to discover everything the world has to offer. The Dancing with the Stars puppies are expected to grow into large dogs, so their adopters should be prepared for plenty of puppy energy, growing, and all the fun that comes with raising a big dog. They’ll thrive in a variety of homes, whether they grow up alongside a friendly canine sibling or get to be the spoiled solo puppy who receives all the attention. As with any young puppy, their forever families should be excited to take on puppyhood and all the learning that comes with it. Because of their expected size and breed mix, these pups will likely thrive best in a home with a fenced-in yard or direct access to the outdoors where they can safely stretch their legs and get plenty of exercise. If you’re ready for puppy snuggles, zoomies, and a lifetime of adventures, one of these little stars could be your perfect match!
Meet the Dancing with the Stars Litter! These adorable 8-week-old Shepherd mix puppies are ready to dance their way into their forever homes! Like any puppies their age, these little ones are curious, playful, snuggly, and eager to discover everything the world has to offer. The Dancing with the Stars puppies are expected to grow into large dogs, so their adopters should be prepared for plenty of puppy energy, growing, and all the fun that comes with raising a big dog. They’ll thrive in a variety of homes, whether they grow up alongside a friendly canine sibling or get to be the spoiled solo puppy who receives all the attention. As with any young puppy, their forever families should be excited to take on puppyhood and all the learning that comes with it. Because of their expected size and breed mix, these pups will likely thrive best in a home with a fenced-in yard or direct access to the outdoors where they can safely stretch their legs and get plenty of exercise. If you’re ready for puppy snuggles, zoomies, and a lifetime of adventures, one of these little stars could be your perfect match!
Meet the Dancing with the Stars Litter! These adorable 8-week-old Shepherd mix puppies are ready to dance their way into their forever homes! Like any puppies their age, these little ones are curious, playful, snuggly, and eager to discover everything the world has to offer. The Dancing with the Stars puppies are expected to grow into large dogs, so their adopters should be prepared for plenty of puppy energy, growing, and all the fun that comes with raising a big dog. They’ll thrive in a variety of homes, whether they grow up alongside a friendly canine sibling or get to be the spoiled solo puppy who receives all the attention. As with any young puppy, their forever families should be excited to take on puppyhood and all the learning that comes with it. Because of their expected size and breed mix, these pups will likely thrive best in a home with a fenced-in yard or direct access to the outdoors where they can safely stretch their legs and get plenty of exercise. If you’re ready for puppy snuggles, zoomies, and a lifetime of adventures, one of these little stars could be your perfect match!
Meet Big Tuna! This handsome 1-year-old, 71lb mixed-breed boy is one of the friendliest, most easygoing dogs you’ll ever meet! Big Tuna is a social, sweet guy who loves people, enjoys making friends, and has a soft, relaxed personality. Big Tuna is an dream on leash. He walks beautifully and seems to enjoy getting out and exploring. He also keeps a clean kennel and appears potty trained, giving him a great foundation for settling into his forever home! Big Tuna is incredibly dog-friendly and loves to play with his canine friends. He did wonderfully with dogs of all personalities, including some rowdy male playmates. He’s an enthusiastic but easygoing player who is happy to roll with whatever his friends are doing. When it comes to people, Big Tuna is just as wonderful. He leans in, happily soaks up attention, and loves being around his humans. Big Tuna is such a sweet, social, playful yet chill boy, and he's ready to meet his forever family!
Meet Jasmine! This 1-year-old, 56lb Shepherd mix is a playful, energetic girl with a big personality and a serious love for toys! Jasmine is an active dog who loves getting outside, exploring her surroundings, and having something fun to do. She’s an enthusiastic girl who is very excited about life and is happiest when she can play, move, and interact with her people. Jasmine especially loves toys and would happily spend her time playing, whether she’s chasing, tugging, or entertaining herself with something fun! Jasmine is still learning how to channel all of that excitement appropriately. She's still working through some reactivity on leash, and she’ll need an experienced adopter who can provide structure, consistency, positive training, and plenty of appropriate outlets for her energy. Jasmine has shown that she can settle with patient handling and structure, and she does well returning to her kennel. With her active energy, she'd make a perfect adventure buddy for an adopter who loves to be outdoors and on the move! With the right family to help her learn, Jasmine has the potential to be a fun, playful, and incredibly rewarding pup!
Meet Ranger! This adorable 8-week-old, 10lb Pyrenees mix is a fluffy little puppy with a sweet personality and a whole lot of growing left to do! Ranger is expected to be a large dog when fully grown, and he’s looking for a family ready to guide him through all the fun (and occasional chaos!) that comes with puppyhood. He loves people, enjoys playing, exploring, and discovering new things, and is soaking up every experience as he grows. Ranger would thrive in a variety of homes, whether with a playful canine sibling to learn from or as a spoiled solo pup soaking up all the attention. Because of his Pyrenees mix, he’ll likely do best in a home with a securely fenced yard or direct access to the outdoors where he can safely explore and enjoy plenty of exercise as he grows. This fluffy boy is sure to bring endless love, laughter, and puppy snuggles to his forever family!
Meet Dottie! This sweet 4-year-old, 21lb Dachshund mix is a smiley little gal with a gentle personality and plenty of love to give. Dottie is happiest when she’s close to her people and and getting all of the pets! Dottie has done well with other dogs and enjoyed participating in playgroup. She’s social and friendly with her canine friends, though she can become overwhelmed when the energy level gets a little too high. She’d likely do best with a calmer canine companion or a dog who understands her pace and gives her space when she needs it. In her kennel, Dottie can be a bit vocal, especially when she wants some attention or would rather be out with her people. Once she gets the chance to spend time with a human, though, her sweet personality shines through. She seems to simply want to be close by, soaking up affection and enjoying some quality time with her favorite people! Whether she’s curled up beside you, getting pets, or spending time with a canine friend, Dottie is ready to find a family who will give her all the love she deserves!
Meet Bruce! This adorable 2-year-old, 25.5lb mixed-breed boy is a cute little low rider who's full of wiggles! Bruce is still learning to feel safe and comfortable, but underneath his initial uncertainty is a friendly, playful pup who wants to hang out, have some fun, and get to know his people! He’s easy to leash up and enjoys spending time in the yard, especially when there are toys around to play with! Bruce is a playful little guy who loves having something fun to do and seems happiest when he can relax and enjoy his surroundings. Bruce is also good with other dogs! Bruce is still working on potty training, so his future family should be prepared to continue helping him learn his house manners. With patience, consistency, and time to build his confidence, this sweet little low rider has so much potential to blossom! If you’re looking for a goofy, playful pup with the cutest wiggle, Bruce may be your guy!
Meet Luanne! This adorable 2-year-old, 39.5lb Beagle mix is a chunky little sweetheart with a bouncy personality and a surprisingly athletic side! Luanne may be on a weight-loss journey, but don’t let her size fool you: she’s extremely agile, light on her feet, and can easily hop up onto a bench when she wants to! Luanne is a very sweet, friendly girl who seems happiest simply hanging out with her people. She'll happily sit beside you, lean in for pets, and roll over for some well-deserved belly rubs. She enjoys relaxing outside in the sun and getting attention! Like a typical Beagle, Luanne can be a little vocal, but she keeps a clean kennel and settles well once she’s comfortable. A cozy blanket in her kennel helps her settle, and she's happy to curl up on top of it and settle in for a nap. Luanne is also dog-friendly and enjoys saying hello to her canine friends! She’s an affectionate, easygoing girl who doesn’t need much more than a comfortable spot, some attention, and plenty of belly rubs to be happy. If you’re looking for a sweet Beagle mix with a big personality, Luanne would love to meet you!
Meet Mable! This adorable 1-year-old, 25lb Poodle mix is a friendly, affectionate girl with a sweet personality and plenty of love to give. Mable is happiest when she’s getting attention, exploring her surroundings, or spending time with her people and dog friends. Mable walks nicely without much pulling and enjoys taking her time sniffing and exploring. Mable is good with other dogs and enjoys being around her canine friends! She has a playful side and can sometimes get a little enthusiastic during play, including trying to jump on her playmate. She’s also shown that she can take correction and redirect herself when needed, which is a great foundation for continued learning. Mable is sweet, social, playful, and ready to find a family who will give her plenty of love, attention, and opportunities to have fun!
Meet Sandy! This adorable 3.5-month-old, 18lb Hound mix is a typical puppy with a whole lot of growing, learning, and fun ahead of her! Sandy is expected to grow into a large dog. Sandy loves people and is happiest when she’s getting attention, playing, and being part of the action. She’s also great with other dogs and would happily have a canine sibling to grow up with, but she could just as easily thrive as a spoiled solo pup with plenty of love and attention from her people! Like any young puppy, Sandy is still learning the basics and will need adopters who are excited to guide her as she grows. If you’re ready for the fun (and occasional chaos) of puppyhood, Sandy is ready to find her people and start growing into the wonderful dog she’s meant to be!
Meet Henry! This 1-year-old, 74lb Lab mix is a big, happy sweetheart with a tail that never seems to stop wagging! Henry came to Wags as a stray with a severe injury to one of his back legs, and after surgery and recovery, he’s now happily learning to get around as a tripod. But having three legs certainly hasn’t slowed this boy down! Henry absolutely loves his people and is happiest when he’s getting attention, snuggling up, or attempting to be a lap dog despite his size! He also loves being outside and will happily play a game of tug with his favorite toy. He’s potty trained and does good in his crate overnight, sometimes even putting himself to bed when he’s ready to settle down. Henry is very sweet and loves meeting people and getting pets. He absolutely loves other dogs and is eager to play, though he’s still learning how to slow down and ease into play politely. He’ll need canine friends who can tolerate his enthusiastic approach while he continues learning appropriate play manners. If you’re looking for an incredibly happy, affectionate, playful pup with plenty of love to give, Henry is ready to meet you!
Meet Cat! This 2.5-year-old, 49lb Aussie mix is a sweet, affectionate girl with a goofy, energetic personality! After spending her time being a wonderful mama, Cat is ready for a family of her own! Cat is incredibly playful and loves fetch, tug, and anything that gives her an opportunity to keep her body and brain busy. She’s very treat motivated and smart, making her a great candidate for continued training. She also loves enrichment like Kongs and pupsicles and is always happy to have something to keep her busy! Cat is potty trained and has had zero indoor accidents in her foster home. She happily sleeps in her crate overnight, and is great during her daily brushing. Cat loves everyone and wants to be part of everything her people are doing. She’s very social with people and dogs, but she can get a little jumpy when she's excited, so she’ll need continued work on her manners. Cat will thrive in a home with a fenced-in yard where she can burn off her energy and continue learning. With the right family, this goofy, loving girl is going to make someone's very best friend!
Meet Fancy! This 1-year-old, 59lb mixed-breed boy is a smart, playful pup with a big personality and plenty of energy to share. While he’s officially an adult, Fancy is still very much in his puppy era and is looking for an active family ready to embrace all the fun that comes with it! Fancy is a higher-energy guy who loves to play, especially when there’s a good game of tug involved! He also enjoys enrichment activities and has even learned how to use a treadmill to work for his kibble! He’s incredibly food motivated, eager to learn, and has been doing wonderfully with his basic training. Fancy absolutely loves other dogs and is a very enthusiastic playmate! He can keep the party going with a dog who’s willing to match his energy, but he’s also learning to respect a canine friend who isn’t interested in constant play. His foster says he and his canine foster sibling have already become fast friends! Fancy also does well in his crate and continues to settle nicely during crate time. He’s a sweet, goofy guy who is happiest when he has something fun to do and a person or pup to share it with. If you’re looking for an energetic adventure buddy who’s smart, playful, and eager to learn, Fancy is ready to meet you!
Meet Kay! This 2.5-year-old, 50lb mixed-breed girl is a smart, affectionate pup with a sweet personality and so much potential. Kay is incredibly intelligent, food motivated, and eager to learn, already knowing sit, down, stay, come, paw, and bed. She loves having a job to do and is always ready to show off what she knows! Kay has made so much progress in foster care and has really blossomed with time and consistency. She is incredibly loyal to her person and loves nothing more than following her foster around the house, curling up for cuddles, and soaking up attention. She can be a little shy when meeting new people, but she warms up quickly and becomes her sweet, affectionate self. And when she’s happy, her adorable helicopter tail makes an appearance! Kay is a medium-energy girl who enjoys going outside and especially loves going for walks a couple of times a day. Her crate routine has also come a long way. Kay sleeps in her crate overnight, eats her meals there, and uses it when her foster leaves. She can still whine a little when left alone on some days, but she ultimately settles and her foster consistently comes home to find her napping. When her person is home, she settles easily in her crate for periods throughout the day! Kay is potty trained and continues to make great progress with her confidence and routine. She’s a loyal, loving girl who has come so far and will thrive with a patient family ready to keep helping her discover just how fun being a dog can be!
Meet Toaster! This 9-year-old, 33lb Beagle mix is a sweet, happy boy who is ready to enjoy the cozy, carefree life he deserves. Toaster came into our care from a large-scale hoarding situation, and he’s been settling into foster care beautifully. While he can be timid with new people or unfamiliar situations, he blossoms with time and patience, becoming more curious, confident, and playful as he gets comfortable. Once Toaster feels at home, his silly little personality really comes out! He loves exploring his surroundings, sniffing around outside, and getting plenty of affection from his people. He’s also a big fan of cozy sleeping spots and spends much of his day lounging around the house. Toaster is a low-energy guy who enjoys several leisurely walks throughout the day before happily settling in for a nap. He’ll occasionally entertain himself with a toy, too! Toaster is wonderful with other dogs and has been peacefully sharing his foster home with a calm canine companion. The two mostly spend their days lounging together, and Toaster is also excited to meet other dogs. He may especially enjoy having another dog around to help him feel more comfortable and confident. Toaster has made a lot of progress with his separation anxiety. He no longer barks or cries when left alone and is not destructive when given freedom in the home. He may pace and have some trouble fully relaxing while his person is away, but he’s learning that being alone is okay. He is still not fully comfortable being crated, so his adopter will need to continue working patiently on crate training and help him build confidence at his own pace. Toaster is fully potty trained and is an overall easygoing houseguest. He can be sensitive to loud noises like yelling, so a quieter home with older children may be the best fit for him. Most importantly, Toaster is a loyal, loving boy who just needs time to feel safe enough to show you his wonderful personality.
Meet Spoon! This 2-year-old, 52lb mixed-breed girl is a smart, affectionate girl with so much love to give. Spoon has blossomed in foster care and continues to grow more confident every day. She’s eager to please, thrives with structure and routine, and is ready to find a family who will continue helping her shine! Spoon absolutely loves to play! Whether she’s chasing a ball, wrestling with her canine friends, or heading out on an adventure, she’s always up for fun. She’s becoming quite the fetch pro and has even mastered dropping the ball to keep the game going! While she has plenty of playful energy, she’s equally happy to curl up for cuddles with her people after a busy day. Spoon has done well with other dogs and enjoys having canine friends around and loves inviting them to play. Spoon has made great progress with her confidence around new people. She can still be a little skittish, especially when she’s startled or surprised, but she continues to adjust well to new environments and is an incredibly sweet girl once she feels comfortable. At home, Spoon is fully potty trained and is an overall polite houseguest. She doesn't love going in her crate, but once she’s in, she settles nicely and doesn’t complain. She’s continuing to build her confidence and learn her routines as she adjusts to foster care! Spoon is a playful, loving girl who has already come such a long way. With a patient family willing to continue building her confidence and set her up for success, we know this smart girl will keep shining!
Meet Sasha! This 4-year-old, 67.5lb mixed-breed girl is an absolute sweetheart who is ready to leave her past behind and finally be someone’s beloved pup. After spending years having litter after litter of puppies, Sasha is ready for a life where she’s the one being cared for, spoiled, and loved. Sasha is an incredibly affectionate, low-key girl who is happiest curled up beside her people. She’s a total cuddle bug who will nuzzle your hand or offer you a paw if you stop petting her, and she loves nothing more than lounging on the couch with her favorite humans. She’s also a big fan of sunbathing in the backyard and enjoys spending time outside! Sasha is fully potty and crate trained and is an absolute dream in her crate. She happily goes in when asked, settles quietly, and will even put herself to bed in her crate if her foster stays up late! She’s also a dream on leash, walking beautifully on a loose leash and remaining neutral around other dogs. Sasha gets along well with other dogs and is happy to coexist with them, though she isn’t particularly interested in playing. She’d likely do best with a more laid-back canine companion, but she can also be perfectly content as your one and only. She’s a medium-energy girl who spends much of her day relaxing, with the occasional adorable short zoomie session! Sasha is currently undergoing heartworm treatment, which is fully covered by the 15/10 Foundation, and she’s expected to make a full recovery. Sasha is truly an easy, affectionate, wonderful girl who deserves a home where she can simply enjoy being a dog.
Meet Iris! This 2-year-old, 55lb mixed breed girl is finally ready to start her own chapter. After lovingly raising her litter of puppies, Iris is ready for a forever home where she can soak up all the love and attention herself! Since separating from her puppies, Iris has really started to blossom. She is incredibly affectionate and loves being close to her people, and she thrives on routine. She gets excited for her morning sniff walks, knows when it’s time to head out for the kids’ school drop-off, and loves tagging along wherever her people are going. She’s the best copilot on car rides! Iris has a wonderful balance of energy and is typically lower energy overall. She enjoys walks and playing, but is just as happy settling in for a cozy nap afterward. She’s doing wonderfully with her foster’s resident dog and would likely enjoy having a canine sibling, though she could also thrive as a spoiled solo pup. She’s excellent with other dogs and children and has been a great houseguest! Iris is fully potty trained and continues to do well with her house routine. She’s still working on one adorable quirk: when she gets really excited, she can get a little nibbly, doing what her foster calls her “chompy stompies.” She responds quickly to redirection and is learning to keep her excitement gentle! Iris is a happy, loving girl who has spent so much of her young life caring for everyone else. Now, it’s finally her turn to be someone’s baby!
Meet Tami! This 1-year-old, 49lb mixed-breed girl is a sweet, playful pup who's curious, happy, and full of love! Tami is a higher-energy girl who loves getting outside, exploring new smells, and having something to do. She’s also incredibly people-oriented and forms strong bonds with her humans, happiest when she can be right by her person and involved in whatever they’re doing. Tami is a smart girl who picks up on routines and cues quickly. She knows how to go into her crate on command and will often put herself to bed without being asked. She eats her meals in her crate and does well using it when her foster is away, although she can be a bit vocal when she wants to come out. She’s learned that quiet behavior earns her release, and she continues to make progress with her crate routine. Tami absolutely loves other dogs and enjoys playing and spending time with her canine friends. She may even thrive best with a confident dog in her forever home who can help her feel more comfortable and confident. Tami can be fearful when unfamiliar people enter the home. She does warm up with time, especially when she sees that her person is comfortable with the new visitor. Her foster has already seen her begin to come out of her shell after visitors spend more time around her. She's also almost fully potty trained! Tami is a loving, intelligent, spunkyy girl who will thrive with an adopter who can help her build trust and confidence while giving her plenty of exercise, enrichment, and love.
Meet Sassy! This 10-year-old, 19.5lb Cocker Spaniel mix is a sweet, affectionate little lady with an unforgettable underbite. She’s ready to spend her golden years surrounded by the comfort, cuddles, and home she deserves! Sassy is an incredibly friendly and social girl who loves people and has a way of winning over everyone she meets! She’s happiest curled up beside her person, soaking up affection, or burrowing under a cozy blanket for a nap. She’s also incredibly funny, smart, and full of personality! Sassy has a medium energy level and loves getting outside to sniff and explore. She enjoys leisurely adventures, car rides, and taking in all the smells around her. Sassy is fully potty trained and peacefully coexists with other dogs, mostly doing her own thing and remaining happily oblivious to them. She’s also made great progress with her crate. A fluffy bed helps her settle comfortably, and she now rests much more peacefully when crated! Sassy has age-related heart disease and takes daily lifelong medication, along with routine veterinary monitoring. Despite this, she’s feeling wonderful and enjoying life to the fullest! If you’re looking for one of the sweetest, happiest senior girls around, Sassy is ready to bring her huge personality and cuddles to your home!
Meet Bindi! This sweet 2.5-year-old, 37lb Australian Shepherd mix is a loving, playful girl who is ready to discover all the good things life has to offer. Bindi came to us from a large backyard breeding situation, and she’s already showing us just how much she loves being around people. Bindi is incredibly affectionate and has never met a person she didn’t want to get close to! She loves attention, getting pets, and is especially fond of getting hugs from her favorite people. She also has a playful, energetic side and enjoys spending time with her canine friends and has done wonderfully with other dogs. Bindi is still gaining confidence in new environments and can be hesitant when she’s unsure of where she’s going. Once she spots a dog friend or gets comfortable with her surroundings, her playful personality really comes out! She’s also learning her leash skills and will need continued positive reinforcement as she settles into a home. Bindi is a sweet, affectionate girl with so much love to give, and she can't wait to find her people!
Meet Red! This 1-year-old, 35lb mixed-breed boy is a sweet, goofy, and affectionate pup who is ready to leave his past behind and start the next chapter of his life. After being rescued from a cruelty case, Red is discovering all the good things life has to offer, and he’s loving every minute of it! Red absolutely loves people and gets incredibly excited to see his favorite humans. He’s affectionate, playful, and curious, and he loves going on walks, sniffing adventures, chewing on his favorite bones, and getting plenty of treats. He’s also wonderful with other dogs and enjoys spending time with his canine friends! Red has plenty of young-dog energy and is still learning how to settle in a home environment. When he gets excited or has trouble settling, he can become a little mouthy, so structured rest, enrichment, and redirection have been especially helpful. The good news is that Red is very treat motivated and responds well to positive reinforcement! He’s also making progress with his crate training. He goes in fairly easily with some encouragement, and while he may cry or whimper occasionally, he’s learning to settle and decompress. He sleeps through the night in his crate and is practicing scheduled daytime crate time, too. Red is fully potty trained! Red has so much personality and love to give, and he can't wait to find his forever home!
Some dogs are available to meet at our Adoption Center, while others live in foster homes and can be met by appointment.
Our Adoption Process
Explore the dogs available for adoption. Some dogs can be met at our adoption center during open hours, while most live in foster homes. Fill out our online adoption application for the pup(s) you are most interested in.
Meet our matchmakers
Once we review your application, our adoption team will contact you. If the pup seems like a good match, we’ll schedule an interview and meet-and-greet.
Complete the adoption
If it’s a match, we’ll review medical records, complete paperwork, and help you welcome your new best friend home.
Our Requirements
Applicants must be at least 23 years of age to adopt. Please have a valid government-issued ID ready and available.
Our adoption fee will be $500 for all dogs, effective January 12, 2026. We offer a $50 training reimbursement with proof of completion when training is completed within the first six months of adoption. Dogs will be spayed/neutered, up to date on vaccinations, and microchipped.
We do not hold dogs for any reason. We cannot guarantee that the dog you are interested in on the website will still be available when you apply.
If you rent your home, apartment, or condo, please be prepared to show proof of your pet policy and disclose any breed restrictions.
All current dogs in an applicant’s home must be spayed/neutered.
All residents must meet to ensure a good match before finalizing an adoption. Resident dogs must be present to finalize for an adult dog
Adoption FAQs
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At Wags and Walks Nashville, our adoption fee reflects the high standard of care and comprehensive process we provide to ensure every dog is ready for their forever home. This fee helps cover essential expenses such as:
Veterinary care, including vaccinations, spay/neuter procedures, and microchipping.
Necessary medical treatments or surgeries for dogs with special needs.
Daily care, food, and supplies while in our program.
Behavioral evaluations and training support as needed.
Transportation costs for dogs rescued from high-risk situations.
Additionally, this fee supports our ability to rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome more dogs in need. We are committed to providing the best possible care for each dog, and your adoption fee directly contributes to their health, safety, and happiness, as well as our ongoing rescue efforts. Thank you for helping us save lives!
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We do! We require out-of-state adopters to travel to Nashville to meet and pick up their pup. We understand that's tricky and may be a deal-breaker for most.
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It varies depending on the dog and the amount of applications our team has to review. The first step in the process is to submit an online application, which is non-binding. After that, we'll coordinate a phone or in-person interview and set up a meet-and-greet at our Adoption Center. We are typically able to process applications within a week of completion so we advise people to apply once they know they're ready to take home that same week.
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Unfortunately, we cannot hold dogs. We plan meet-and-greets based on when the applications arrive. If you are interested in a dog, fill out the application right away. If we are having an adoption event, arrive early for the best chance to adopt. The same is true at our Adoption Center.
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We don't offer trials. As a primarily foster-based organization, we do our best to keep transitions to a minimum for the dogs. It's in their best interest to have a stable environment, and we try to avoid bouncing them around so they have consistency and routine. We offer meet and greets as the final step of the adoption process so applicants can meet and spend time with the dog of interest.
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We do not offer discounted adoption rates. We are a nonprofit organization, and our adoption fees go directly towards saving more dogs in need. We have large medical bills, training, food, and other costs that add up. Each rescued dog costs us an average of $500.
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We receive a high volume of emails daily and do our best to respond to them as quickly as we can. We will be in touch as soon as possible and aim to respond within 1-3 business days.
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If you've submitted an application within the past six months, you can email adoptnash@wagsandwalks.org stating that you've submitted an application in the past. Please be sure to note the name of the dog you'd like to potentially adopt, and one of our counselors will be in touch via email.
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Sometimes our emails go to Spam folders. Be sure to check there to make sure there's not any missed communication. If you've completed an application and haven't heard from our team after three days, you can inquire about the status at adoptnash@wagsandwalks.org.
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Unfortunately, many dogs that we save entered the shelter as strays or were surrendered by their owners with little or no information. We do our best to include any information about their history in their profile if it is known. Otherwise, we will always share information about their personalities, health, and training based on how they've done in our program.
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Yes, we microchip all of our dogs. We will send you information about adding your contact information to the microchip in your adoption details email.
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We do our best to disclose the dog's training status in their profile or during the interview process based on how they've done in the foster's home. There may be some accidents when a dog transitions to your home as they adjust to a new environment and routine. We expect adopters to extend extra patience during the first two weeks of ownership, as your dog may take some time to get accustomed to your space and schedule.
Bringing Happiness Home.
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“Adopting from Wags & Walks was one of the best things we’ve ever done. There’s nothing like the love of a rescue dog. Henry (formerly Elvis) is so loving. He’s 100% good boy!!!”
- Emily Clark Kirkpatrick
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“Adopting from Wags & Walks was so smooth! They were there for us and helped us find the right dog for us! Our sweet Lilly (formerly known as Elizabeth from the Royal Litter) brings us the most joy and we can’t imagine life without her!”
- Ali Griggs
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“Wags and Walks helped us find our perfect dog! We spoke to an adoption consultant about what we hoped to find in a dog and our experience level. Shortly after our adoption consultant sent us a picture of Gus and we were immediately in love.”
- Heather Blackwell
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“Cannot thank Wags & Walks Nashville enough for bringing my girl, Reese, into my life! I felt so comforted knowing she was safe with her foster, Anna, before I adopted her. Wags sent resources after the adoption was finalized, which helped me feel more prepared welcoming Reese home. Thank you!”
- Ashley Wines
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“We love our sweet pup Coco (fka Winter). She is a fast learner and a great addition to our family. She spent Easter playing with our daughters dogs and she had a blast. Thank you Wags & Walks Nashville for bringing her into our lives.”
- Beth Wolf
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“I can’t thank Wags and Walks Nashville enough for Whiskey, formerly Cooper. The whole adoption process was smooth and I highly recommend Wags and Walks Nashville to everyone who is looking to add to their family. Whiskey is a character and such a love bug.”
- Chantel Dabonka
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“Wags & Walks gave me my best friend! From the first picture I saw of sweet Millie (formerly Lima), I knew i had to make her mine! Wags & Walks made the adoption process extremely smooth, efficient, and answered any questions I had. Millie got me through living in a new city alone during COVID and I couldn’t ask for anything more.”
- Courtney Doenitz
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“Because you, Wags & Walks, care tons to ensure your rescues end up with the best Hoomans ever, we are lucky to have Lucy, aka Bindi. She's a spunky sparkle that makes every day perfect”
- Lisa Dodd VanParys
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“Wags and Walks brought pure joy into my life. Gibson (formerly Scout) has been the greatest blessing I could have ever asked for! I may have rescued him through Wags and Walks, but really I think he rescued me during a difficult pandemic time.”
Desiree Perez
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“Adopting my girl from Wags and Walks was the best decision I’ve ever made! The adoption process was thorough, smooth, and transparent. They have offered incredible support from day one, I can’t recommend Wags and Walks enough!”
- Ashlynn Priest
Meet the Hocus Pocus Litter! These adorable 9-week-old female mixed-breed puppies are expected to be medium-sized when fully grown and ready to find their forever families! Like any puppies their age, the Hocus Pocus girls are playful, curious, snuggly, and full of typical puppy energy. Their adopters should be excited to take on both the joys and challenges of puppyhood as they grow! These puppies can thrive in a variety of homes, whether they grow up alongside a friendly canine sibling or get to be spoiled as the center of attention. If you’re ready for a new best friend to grow up with you, one of the Hocus Pocus puppies could be your perfect match!