Dogs for Adoption near Houston, Texas, USA,
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PuppyFinder.com is proud to be a part of the online adoption community. Browse thru thousands of Dogs for Adoption near Houston, Texas, USA area, listed by Dog Rescue Organizations and individuals, to find your match. Puppyfinder.com has located 3602 Labrador Retriever, Huskies -Unknown Mix and Chiweenie puppies in the following location(s): KATY TX, SAN LEON TX and THE WOODLANDS TX
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KOL - Chihuahua / Dachshund / Mixed Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 09/17/2025
KOL
Breed:
Chiweenie
For Adoption
Nickname:
KOL
Gender:
Male
Location:
USA
Katy, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 27.5 mi from Houston
Dog Breed: Chihuahua / Dachshund / Mixed. EST DOB: 2/25/24
Current Weight: 11lbs
Kol is a charming little dog who was rescued as a stray and is now looking for his...
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CREATE A WANTED ADADELINE - Terrier / Mixed Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 09/03/2025
ADELINE
Breed:
Mutt
For Adoption
Nickname:
ADELINE
Gender:
Female
Location:
USA
Katy, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 27.5 mi from Houston
Dog Breed: Terrier / Mixed. Est. DOB: 2/1/25
Current weight: 11lbs
Meet Adeline. This little sweetheart already knows how to steal hearts. Adeline is the best cuddler...
LOUIE V - Shih Tzu Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 08/13/2025
LOUIE V
Breed:
Shih Tzu
For Adoption
Nickname:
LOUIE V
Gender:
Male
Age:
Adult
Location:
USA
Katy, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 27.5 mi from Houston
Dog Breed: Shih Tzu. Est DOB: 1/26/23
Size : 13lbs
Louie V is a 2 year old shih tzu looking for a patient, understanding adopter—someone who can offer him...
MEO - Chihuahua / Terrier / Mixed Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 06/11/2025
MEO
Breed:
Chihuahua-Unknown Mix
For Adoption
Nickname:
MEO
Gender:
Male
Location:
USA
Katy, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 27.5 mi from Houston
Dog Breed: Chihuahua / Terrier / Mixed. Est. DOB: 09/20/24
Current Weight: 12lbs
Meet Meo!!
This little Chi/Terrier Mix pup is 12lbs of pure puppy charm!!
Meo is...
SPARKEY - Boxer / Mixed Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 05/28/2025
SPARKEY
Breed:
Boxer-Unknown Mix
For Adoption
Nickname:
SPARKEY
Gender:
Male
Location:
USA
Katy, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 27.5 mi from Houston
Dog Breed: Boxer / Mixed. Est DOB: 10/14/23
Approx. 30lbs
Meet Sparky – The Pup With a Sparkling Personality ✨ Sparky is just as adorable and full of life as his...
DAISEY - Labrador Retriever / Mixed Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 05/07/2025
DAISEY
Breed:
Labrador Retriever-Unknown Mix
For Adoption
Nickname:
DAISEY
Gender:
Female
Age:
Young
Location:
USA
Katy, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 27.5 mi from Houston
Dog Breed: Labrador Retriever / Mixed. Est. dob: 3/18/23
Meet Daisey — Your New Best Friend with a Heart of Gold!
Daisey is the kind of dog who makes you wonder...
RAFIK - Shepherd / Mixed Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 03/12/2025
RAFIK
Breed:
Mutt
For Adoption
Nickname:
RAFIK
Gender:
Male
Age:
Young
Location:
USA
Katy, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 27.5 mi from Houston
Dog Breed: Shepherd / Mixed. Est DOB: 1/4/24, male, neutered, UTD on vaccines, chipped, hw positive but being treated , approx. 41 lbs
Rafik is a lovable, energetic pup ready to...
HARIBO - German Shepherd Dog / Mixed Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 03/06/2024
HARIBO
Breed:
German Shepherd Dog-Unknown Mix
For Adoption
Nickname:
HARIBO
Gender:
Male
Age:
Adult
Location:
USA
Katy, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 27.5 mi from Houston
Posted Breed: German Shepherd Dog / Mixed. Est DOB: 1/8/22, GSD mix, male, currently 75 lbs +, neutered, up-to-date on all his vaccinations, heart-worm negative and microchipped
...
HONOR - German Shepherd Dog / Mixed Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 09/21/2023
HONOR
Breed:
German Shepherd Dog-Unknown Mix
For Adoption
Nickname:
HONOR
Gender:
Female
Age:
Adult
Location:
USA
Katy, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 27.5 mi from Houston
Posted Breed: German Shepherd Dog / Mixed. Est DOB: 1/8/22, GSD mix, female, currently 75 lbs +, spayed, up-to-date on all her vaccinations, heart-worm negative and she is...
Ainsley - German Shepherd Dog / Mixed Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 10/01/2025
Ainsley
Breed:
German Shepherd Dog-Unknown Mix
For Adoption
Nickname:
Ainsley
Gender:
Female
Location:
USA
San Leon, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 28.3 mi from Houston
Dog Breed: German Shepherd Dog / Mixed. Meet Ainsley, a lovable pup with the perfect mix of sweetness and playfulness. She’s a true cuddlebug who adores attention and is...
Aberdeen - German Shepherd Dog / Mixed Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 10/01/2025
Aberdeen
Breed:
German Shepherd Dog-Unknown Mix
For Adoption
Nickname:
Aberdeen
Gender:
Female
Age:
Baby
Location:
USA
San Leon, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 28.3 mi from Houston
Dog Breed: German Shepherd Dog / Mixed. Aberdeen is a happy-go-lucky girl who lives for two things: water and tennis balls. If it splashes, she’s in it, and if it...
Lainey - Terrier / Mixed Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 10/01/2025
Lainey
Breed:
Mutt
For Adoption
Nickname:
Lainey
Gender:
Female
Age:
Baby
Location:
USA
San Leon, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 28.3 mi from Houston
Dog Breed: Terrier / Mixed. Meet Lainey, a 5-month-old sweetheart with the kind of easygoing charm that wins hearts instantly. She’s curious about everything, always...
Cordelia - Rat Terrier Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 10/01/2025
Cordelia
Breed:
Rat Terrier
For Adoption
Nickname:
Cordelia
Gender:
Female
Location:
USA
San Leon, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 28.3 mi from Houston
Dog Breed: Rat Terrier. Meet Cordelia, a young mama dog who deserves a medal for “Best Mom Ever.” She lovingly raised her three puppies until they were happy,...
Chip - Shepherd Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 10/01/2025
Chip
Breed:
Mutt
For Adoption
Nickname:
Chip
Gender:
Male
Age:
Baby
Location:
USA
San Leon, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 28.3 mi from Houston
Dog Breed: Shepherd. Meet Chip, a 7-month-old puppy who’s as yummy as a peanut butter cookie. His nose makes us sure it is meant to be topped with a Hershey’s...
Ace - Border Collie / Mixed Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 10/01/2025
Ace
Breed:
Border Collie-Unknown Mix
For Adoption
Nickname:
Ace
Gender:
Male
Age:
Adult
Location:
USA
San Leon, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 28.3 mi from Houston
Dog Breed: Border Collie / Mixed. If you’re looking for a dog with a heart the size of Texas and a tail that could double as a metronome, meet Ace—our resident...
Cleo - Hound / Terrier / Mixed Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 09/24/2025
Cleo
Breed:
Mutt
For Adoption
Nickname:
Cleo
Gender:
Female
Age:
Adult
Location:
USA
San Leon, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 28.3 mi from Houston
Dog Breed: Hound / Terrier / Mixed. Cleo is a beautiful 6-year-old girl who is still learning that people can be kind and safe. She may be a little hesitant at first, but with...
Pippy - Terrier Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 09/03/2025
Pippy
Breed:
Mutt
For Adoption
Nickname:
Pippy
Gender:
Female
Age:
Adult
Location:
USA
San Leon, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 28.3 mi from Houston
Dog Breed: Terrier. Hello, I'm Pippy! I'm full of life, always ready to play fetch or chase a ball. I've got a heart full of loyalty and bravery, and I...
Sadie Star - Terrier / Terrier / Mixed Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 08/27/2025
Sadie Star
Breed:
Mutt
For Adoption
Nickname:
Sadie Star
Gender:
Female
Age:
Adult
Location:
USA
San Leon, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 28.3 mi from Houston
Dog Breed: Terrier / Terrier / Mixed. Meet Sadie Star, a petite 11-year-old beauty with a brindle coat that looks like it was painted by a very talented (and slightly whimsical)...
Olive - Terrier / Mixed Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 08/27/2025
Olive
Breed:
Mutt
For Adoption
Nickname:
Olive
Gender:
Female
Age:
Baby
Location:
USA
San Leon, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 28.3 mi from Houston
Dog Breed: Terrier / Mixed. Introducing Olive, like Olive Oyl from the Popeye cartoon. In fact, her brother in none other! Olive has had a bit of training excelling at the sit...
Buoy - Australian Cattle Dog/Blue Heeler / Mixed Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 08/27/2025
Buoy
Breed:
Mutt
For Adoption
Nickname:
Buoy
Gender:
Male
Age:
Baby
Location:
USA
San Leon, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 28.3 mi from Houston
Dog Breed: Australian Cattle Dog/Blue Heeler / Mixed. Meet Buoy, a young blue heeler who’s as buoyant in spirit as his name suggests! True to his water-loving nature,...
Angus - German Shepherd Dog / Mixed Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 08/27/2025
Angus
Breed:
German Shepherd Dog-Unknown Mix
For Adoption
Nickname:
Angus
Gender:
Male
Location:
USA
San Leon, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 28.3 mi from Houston
Dog Breed: German Shepherd Dog / Mixed. Say hello to Angus, a charming puppy with a wagging tail and a nose that could probably sniff out a treat from three counties away....
Finley - German Shepherd Dog / Mixed Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 07/30/2025
Finley
Breed:
German Shepherd Dog-Unknown Mix
For Adoption
Nickname:
Finley
Gender:
Female
Location:
USA
San Leon, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 28.3 mi from Houston
Dog Breed: German Shepherd Dog / Mixed. Meet Finley, an irresistibly charming puppy whose curiosity knows no bounds—if there’s a rustle in the bushes or a...
Freya - Hound / Mixed Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 07/23/2025
Freya
Breed:
Mutt
For Adoption
Nickname:
Freya
Gender:
Female
Age:
Baby
Location:
USA
San Leon, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 28.3 mi from Houston
Dog Breed: Hound / Mixed. Meet Freya, a floppy-eared hound puppy with a nose for adventure and exploration. Freya lives for romping with her doggy friends, her long legs bounding...
Kallie - Labrador Retriever Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 07/16/2025
Kallie
Breed:
Labrador Retriever
For Adoption
Nickname:
Kallie
Gender:
Female
Location:
USA
San Leon, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 28.3 mi from Houston
Dog Breed: Labrador Retriever. Kallie is the kind of dog who doesn’t ask for much—just a soft place to rest, a gentle hand to stroke her fur, and a quiet home...
Sandy - Terrier Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 07/09/2025
Sandy
Breed:
Mutt
For Adoption
Nickname:
Sandy
Gender:
Female
Age:
Young
Location:
USA
San Leon, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 28.3 mi from Houston
Dog Breed: Terrier. Hello there! My name is Ellen, and I’m just a simple gal who is looking for the right person to settle down. I’m quite well-behaved when...
Popeye - Terrier / Mixed Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 06/25/2025
Popeye
Breed:
Mutt
For Adoption
Nickname:
Popeye
Gender:
Male
Age:
Young
Location:
USA
San Leon, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 28.3 mi from Houston
Dog Breed: Terrier / Mixed. Hello there, I'm Popeye! I'm a puppy full of energy and always ready for a new adventure. I love playing with my toys, chasing my tail,...
Maggie - Terrier Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 04/23/2025
Maggie
Breed:
Mutt
For Adoption
Nickname:
Maggie
Gender:
Female
Age:
Senior
Location:
USA
San Leon, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 28.3 mi from Houston
Dog Breed: Terrier. Meet Maggie, an 8-year-old sweetheart whose greatest joy in life is being by your side. This affectionate girl thrives on human connection, soaking up every...
Aria - Terrier / Mixed Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 04/23/2025
Aria
Breed:
Mutt
For Adoption
Nickname:
Aria
Gender:
Female
Age:
Adult
Location:
USA
San Leon, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 28.3 mi from Houston
Dog Breed: Terrier / Mixed. Are you looking for beauty and the brains all in one package? If so, Aria just maybe the right girl for you!
This special girl can sit like a boss,...
Charlie Blue - Pit Bull Terrier / Mixed Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 03/12/2025
Charlie Blue
Breed:
American Pit Bull Terrier-Unknown Mix
For Adoption
Nickname:
Charlie Blue
Gender:
Female
Age:
Adult
Location:
USA
San Leon, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 28.3 mi from Houston
Dog Breed: Pit Bull Terrier / Mixed. Hi, my name is Charlie Blue, and, as you can see, I’m very good natured. What other dog would let you dress them up like a squirrel?...
Starla - Terrier / Mixed Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 02/19/2025
Starla
Breed:
Mutt
For Adoption
Nickname:
Starla
Gender:
Female
Age:
Adult
Location:
USA
San Leon, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 28.3 mi from Houston
Dog Breed: Terrier / Mixed. Hi, I’m Starla, but you can call me Starlight. It’s like a stage name for the beaming light that emanates from my beautiful black...
Champ - Border Collie / Husky / Mixed Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 12/25/2024
Champ
Breed:
Border Collie-Huskies Mix
For Adoption
Nickname:
Champ
Gender:
Male
Age:
Young
Location:
USA
San Leon, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 28.3 mi from Houston
Dog Breed: Border Collie / Husky / Mixed. Champ is a fun loving dog with a personality as big as his ears—seriously, they could be goal posts for a football team! He...
Buddy - Terrier / Mixed Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 11/06/2024
Buddy
Breed:
Mutt
For Adoption
Nickname:
Buddy
Gender:
Male
Age:
Adult
Location:
USA
San Leon, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 28.3 mi from Houston
Dog Breed: Terrier / Mixed. Are you a “sporty and outdoorsy” kind of person? Does the thought of crowds bug you and you prefer to enjoy nature just hanging out...
Clooney - Terrier / Terrier / Mixed Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 11/06/2024
Clooney
Breed:
Mutt
For Adoption
Nickname:
Clooney
Gender:
Male
Age:
Adult
Location:
USA
San Leon, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 28.3 mi from Houston
Dog Breed: Terrier / Terrier / Mixed. Clooney is part of Charles & Cleo’s family. Like them, Clooney is making progress and still learning that people are a...
Toupee - Terrier Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 11/06/2024
Toupee
Breed:
Mutt
For Adoption
Nickname:
Toupee
Gender:
Male
Age:
Adult
Location:
USA
San Leon, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 28.3 mi from Houston
Dog Breed: Terrier. Hey there, I'm Toupee! I'm a pretty independent guy, but that doesn't mean I don't love a good play session. I've got a...
Charles - Hound / Terrier / Mixed Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 05/22/2024
Charles
Breed:
Mutt
For Adoption
Nickname:
Charles
Gender:
Male
Age:
Adult
Location:
USA
San Leon, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 28.3 mi from Houston
Posted Breed: Hound / Terrier / Mixed. Charles is looking for a quiet, and loving home with someone who will appreciate and understand that it’s ok to take things slow...
Tuffy - Chihuahua / Mixed Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 09/21/2023
Tuffy
Breed:
Chihuahua-Unknown Mix
For Adoption
Nickname:
Tuffy
Gender:
Female
Age:
Adult
Location:
USA
San Leon, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 28.3 mi from Houston
Posted Breed: Chihuahua / Mixed.
Tank - Pomeranian / Mixed Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 09/21/2023
Tank
Breed:
Pomeranian-Unknown Mix
For Adoption
Nickname:
Tank
Gender:
Male
Age:
Adult
Location:
USA
San Leon, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 28.3 mi from Houston
Posted Breed: Pomeranian / Mixed.
Sammy - Unknown breed / mixed Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 09/21/2023
Sammy
Breed:
English Springer Spaniel-Unknown Mix
For Adoption
Nickname:
Sammy
Gender:
Male
Age:
Adult
Location:
USA
San Leon, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 28.3 mi from Houston
Posted Breed: Unknown breed / mixed. Super Sammy is my name and high hurdles are my game. Yes, itâs true, like Superman, I can leap tall fences in a single bound. I only...
Peanut - Unknown breed / mixed Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 09/21/2023
Peanut
Breed:
Mutt
For Adoption
Nickname:
Peanut
Gender:
Male
Age:
Adult
Location:
USA
San Leon, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 28.3 mi from Houston
Posted Breed: Unknown breed / mixed.
Mia - Husky / Mixed Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 09/21/2023
Mia
Breed:
Huskies -Unknown Mix
For Adoption
Nickname:
Mia
Gender:
Female
Age:
Senior
Location:
USA
San Leon, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 28.3 mi from Houston
Posted Breed: Husky / Mixed. Marvelous Mia here, and I am looking for a forever family. No hiding that I am a husky, and a gorgeous one at that! If you are looking for an...
Lemon - Chow Chow / Mixed Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 09/21/2023
Lemon
Breed:
Chow Chow-Unknown Mix
For Adoption
Nickname:
Lemon
Gender:
Female
Age:
Adult
Location:
USA
San Leon, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 28.3 mi from Houston
Posted Breed: Chow Chow / Mixed. Are you ready for a nice mid-sized gal, to keep you company? One who is calm, easy going and has absolutely lovely house manners? Look no further!...
Hope - Pit Bull Terrier / Mixed Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 09/21/2023
Hope
Breed:
American Pit Bull Terrier-Unknown Mix
For Adoption
Nickname:
Hope
Gender:
Female
Age:
Adult
Location:
USA
San Leon, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 28.3 mi from Houston
Posted Breed: Pit Bull Terrier / Mixed. Are you into relaxation, meditation, and yoga? So am I! Hope is my name and I have been voted the most calm and easy going gal at the...
Harper - Catahoula Leopard Dog / Terrier / Mixed Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 09/21/2023
Harper
Breed:
Catahoula Leopard Dog-Unknown Mix
For Adoption
Nickname:
Harper
Gender:
Female
Age:
Baby
Location:
USA
San Leon, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 28.3 mi from Houston
Posted Breed: Catahoula Leopard Dog / Terrier / Mixed. Happy Harper here and I know what youâre thinking. Thatâs not a catahoula leopard! I know my face...
Choco - Labrador Retriever / Mixed Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 09/21/2023
Choco
Breed:
Labrador Retriever-Unknown Mix
For Adoption
Nickname:
Choco
Gender:
Male
Age:
Young
Location:
USA
San Leon, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 28.3 mi from Houston
Posted Breed: Labrador Retriever / Mixed. Are you looking for a big dog that likes to have fun? Eureka, your search is over! My name is Choco and you can think of me as...
Cain - Pit Bull Terrier / Catahoula Leopard Dog / Mixed Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 09/21/2023
Cain
Breed:
American Pit Bull Terrier-Catahoula Leopard Dog Mix
For Adoption
Nickname:
Cain
Gender:
Male
Age:
Adult
Location:
USA
San Leon, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 28.3 mi from Houston
Posted Breed: Pit Bull Terrier / Catahoula Leopard Dog / Mixed. Are you for an easy going big guy to be by your side as you watch reruns of your favorite sports team wallop their...
Beanie - Hound / Mixed Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 09/21/2023
Beanie
Breed:
Mutt
For Adoption
Nickname:
Beanie
Gender:
Male
Age:
Young
Location:
USA
San Leon, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 28.3 mi from Houston
Posted Breed: Hound / Mixed. My name is Beanie, and Iâm a handsome young guy with a beautiful brindle coat. I weigh in at 30 lbs, and since Iâm almost a year...
Alfee - Chow Chow / Mixed Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 09/21/2023
Alfee
Breed:
Chow Chow-Unknown Mix
For Adoption
Nickname:
Alfee
Gender:
Male
Age:
Adult
Location:
USA
San Leon, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 28.3 mi from Houston
Posted Breed: Chow Chow / Mixed. Knock, knock. Whose there? Alfee. Alfee who? Alfee who wonât fit on the shelfie. Okay, I admit, I have a corny sense of humor, but...
Opal - Border Collie / Mixed (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 10/01/2025
Opal
Breed:
Border Collie-Unknown Mix
For Adoption
Nickname:
Opal
Gender:
Female
Age:
Baby
Location:
USA
The Woodlands, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 28.8 mi from Houston
Dog Breed: Border Collie / Mixed (medium coat). Adoption Fee: 250.00. Hi! My name is Opal! I’m a curious, playful puppy that loves attention from my human and dog...
RUGER - Flat-coated Retriever (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 10/01/2025
RUGER
Breed:
Mutt
For Adoption
Nickname:
RUGER
Gender:
Male
Age:
Adult
Location:
USA
Rosenberg, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 29.9 mi from Houston
Dog Breed: Flat-coated Retriever (medium coat).
DINA - Bull Terrier / Labrador Retriever / Mixed (medium coat) Dog For Adoption
Date listed: 10/01/2025
DINA
Breed:
Bull Terrier-Labrador Retriever Mix
For Adoption
Nickname:
DINA
Gender:
Female
Age:
Adult
Location:
USA
Rosenberg, TX, USA
Distance:
Aprox. 29.9 mi from Houston
Dog Breed: Bull Terrier / Labrador Retriever / Mixed (medium coat). Dina is a sweet, independent girl who's been with us for over two years, patiently waiting for the perfect...