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We are a 501c3, foster-based, rescue group that takes in and adopts out dogs from shelters throughout Va.
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Augusta Dog Adoptions (formerly Chains Hurt) was formed in 2006. We are an all volunteer, 501c3 rescue group that takes in and adopts out dogs that are transferred to our organization from local shelters and high-kill pounds throughout Virginia. Augusta Dog Adoptions does not have a physical shelter. Dogs are “fostered” by volunteers at their personal residences until an adoption match is made. We provide rehabilitation and veterinary care to all dogs in our foster program prior to adoption. Augusta Dog Adoptions works closely with the Shenandoah Valley Animal Services Center, which gives us the opportunity to see firsthand where our services are most needed.

10/31/2026

WE ARE HAPPYY TO ANNOUNCE THAT BUTCH HAS BEEN FOUND. THE INSTANT HE SAW HIS FOSTER MOM HE CAME RUNNING UP TO HER : Lost in Waynesboro, Virginia, on 10/31/26. On 2429 Monroe Street by the Moose club. Call 540448 -0041. Please do not chase call the number .

10/31/2026

We are here at Bonobos Bakery until 1 today, come by and see us! Grab some buns and some drinks from Brewing Bliss!

10/30/2026

Do you own a pair of oven mitts? If so, you may qualify to adopt our precious little Aspen!

He's naughty and nice all in one little package!

Aspen came to us from a rural shelter where he was terrifed and was not able to be adopted from because of his fear based behavior. After a few days in his foster home, he was happily hanging with a motley crew of hounds! Aspen even goes to the local dog park! It takes him a little while to warm up to new dogs but soon enjoys their company. The same cannot be said for the neighborhood cats!

Now, back to the oven mitts....Aspen is very scared when he meets new people. If someone that he does not know and trust picks him up, he will bite. He is looking for someone who will commit to a hands off approach with him for the first few days after being adopted. Once you earn his trust, he will even let you rub his belly!

Aspen's first love is walking the neighbor and he would love a home that takes him out on leashed adventures! And he's hoping for a home with at least one other nice dog for him to play with and model appropriate behavior from.

Aspen completely housebroken and knows how to use the doggie door to go in and out of his home. He is completely non-destructive in his house. His foster mom makes it a point to take him out into the community to meet new people, like her chiropractor, who can even pet him now!

To recap....Aspen needs an adult only home with at least one other dog and no cats. You must use a hands off approach with him until he trusts you or he will bite you but after a few days, he should be just fine! Aspen is guessed to be about 2 years old and weighs about 20 pounds. A meet and greet in his foster home is required.

We see the beauty in this little guy and hope there is a special family out there for him who will see it too!

Augusta Dog Adoptions is a 501c3 charitable rescue. We take applications online and schedule adoptions in Waynesboro, Va. A $175.00 adoption fee ($300 for puppies under 6 months old) helps us take care of all the dogs we rescue. All dogs are spayed/neutered, tested for heartworm and tick borne diseases (if old enough), microchipped, and vaccinated for rabies (if old enough), distemper/parvo and bordetella. They are also treated for internal and external parasites. Many dogs also receive extensive medical care such as dental work and major surgeries. For more information and to apply to adopt, please visit www.augustadogadoptions.org

10/30/2026

NEXT ADOPTION EVENT!
Sat. 10/31 at Bonobos Bakery!
Waynesboro, Va. 7am-3pm!

Bonobos Bakery has very generously offered to PAY THE ADOPTION FEE for the FIRST ADULT DOG to be adopted from the event! Apply online now at www.augustadogadoptions.org and plan to get there early! It's gonna be soooo sweet!

From Bonobos Bakery.....Join us on Saturday, October 31st from 7:00 AM until 3:00 PM (or until sold out) for a full day of spooky fun, warm treats, and community vibes.
Here is what is happening at the bakery:
🍎 National Caramel Apple Day: Fresh, scratch-made caramel apples available on Saturday!
☕ Brewing Bliss on-site serving up the perfect sips to pair with your buns.
🐶 Augusta Dog Adoptions joining us with sweet, adoptable pups looking for forever homes.
🖍️ Kid-friendly coloring station featuring custom Bonobos Halloween pages designed by our very own Florian!
🎁 Spooky surprises: random giveaways hidden inside select pink boxes all morning long.
Come swing by with your friends and family! We cannot wait to celebrate with you. 💕✨

10/29/2026

ADOPTION DEBUT!

Holy Hound Dog Lovers, have we got a funny, old man for you!

I bet you know the story by now...Bubs was in a very good shelter for 3 months with no interest at all. Even awesome shelters are full these days and face making hard decisions about euthanasia. And so when Bubs' life was at risk, this half crazy, wholely hound loving team decided to pull Bubs into our program!

Bubs is 10 year old, 68 pound barrel of goof! He enjoys running and barking and eating and barking and eating! He is crate trained and treat motivatd and ready to try his hardest to be a good boy! Bubs is good with other dogs and wouldn't mind having a couple human kiddos to all tell about the adventures he had when he was a youngster!

Hounds need your help now more than ever!
Be like Bubs! Bark loud for hound welfare!

Augusta Dog Adoptions is a 501c3 charitable rescue. We take applications online and schedule adoptions in Waynesboro, Va. A $175.00 adoption fee ($300 for puppies under 6 months old) helps us take care of all the dogs we rescue. All dogs are spayed/neutered, tested for heartworm and tick borne diseases (if old enough), microchipped, and vaccinated for rabies (if old enough), distemper/parvo and bordetella. They are also treated for internal and external parasites. Many dogs also receive extensive medical care such as dental work and major surgeries. For more information and to apply to adopt, please visit www.augustadogadoptions.org

10/29/2026

🎄 Looking for a Christmas gift that warms hearts and helps dogs?

Our Sit Stay Eat Augusta Dog Adoptions Cookbook is the perfect present! Filled with special recipes shared by our wonderful volunteers and their families, this $15 spiral-bound cookbook supports local dog adoptions and makes a thoughtful gift for any dog lover (or food lover) on your list.
Every purchase helps more pups find their forever homes!

Grabs yours at one of our adoption events and give a gift that truly makes a difference this holiday season! 🐶❤️

10/28/2026

NEW ARRIVAL FOR ADOPTION!
AND WE'RE PROUD TO SAY WE SAVED HIM! ❤

Meet Jacques! Every week a shelter asked if anyone could pull him. No one did. So, when his time was up...we did because one foster offered to take him home!

Jacques is a 3-4 year old, mixed breed dog who may have some pointer or setter in his genes. He weighs about 50 pounds and is looking so much better after recieving good food and vet care.

Jacques is an intelligent dog who bonds very quickly with the people who care for him and looks to them for comfort and security. He does well meeting other dogs at adoption events but does't seem to care for "in your face" play styles. He wouldn't mind being your one and only doggie companion or sharing a home with another quiet canine.

Jacques is quickly learning all the things a good dog should know in his foster home. He is crate trained and working on his housetraining and basic manners.

Jacques' condition on intake told us that he hasn't had the easiest life. He's still a bit on edge and needs a kind and patient parent who will make him feel secure and loved. Jacque will bond quickly with a new family and pay them with years of love and loyalty!

We are so glad we saved Jacques! Can you help us find his furEVER home!

Augusta Dog Adoptions is a 501c3 charitable rescue. We take applications online and schedule adoptions in Waynesboro, Va. A $175.00 adoption fee ($300 for puppies under 6 months old) helps us take care of all the dogs we rescue. All dogs are spayed/neutered, tested for heartworm and tick borne diseases (if old enough), microchipped, and vaccinated for rabies (if old enough), distemper/parvo and bordetella. They are also treated for internal and external parasites. Many dogs also receive extensive medical care such as dental work and major surgeries. For more information and to apply to adopt, please visit www.augustadogadoptions.org

10/28/2026

NEXT ADOPTION EVENT!
Sat. 10/31 at Bonobos Bakery!
Waynesboro, Va. 7am-3pm!

Bonobos Bakery has very generously offered to PAY THE ADOPTION FEE for the FIRST ADULT DOG to be adopted from the event! Apply online now at www.augustadogadoptions.org and plan to get there early! It's gonna be soooo sweet!

From Bonobos Bakery.....Join us on Saturday, October 31st from 7:00 AM until 3:00 PM (or until sold out) for a full day of spooky fun, warm treats, and community vibes.

Here is what is happening at the bakery:
🍎 National Caramel Apple Day: Fresh, scratch-made caramel apples available on Saturday!
☕ Brewing Bliss on-site serving up the perfect sips to pair with your buns.
🐶 Augusta Dog Adoptions joining us with sweet, adoptable pups looking for forever homes.
🖍️ Kid-friendly coloring station featuring custom Bonobos Halloween pages designed by our very own Florian!
🎁 Spooky surprises: random giveaways hidden inside select pink boxes all morning long.
Come swing by with your friends and family! We cannot wait to celebrate with you. 💕✨

10/27/2026

Meet Patches! Patches and his siblings came to us from a rural shelter with more dog than adopters. They needed some TCL but are now ready to find their forever homes. At 4 months old and 30 pounds, we can only guess on their breed mix but suspect they are going to be hefty when grown!

Patches has begun house training with a doggie door and walking on leash. He loves playing with all the dogs in his foster home but is more nervous around new dogs and in new situations. Patches is looking for a supportive home who will continue to introduce him to new situations while making him feel safe. Patches is a beautiful dog and is sure to bring joy and love to the family who chooses him for many years to come.

Augusta Dog Adoptions is a 501c3 charitable rescue. We take applications online and schedule adoptions in Waynesboro, Va. A $175.00 adoption fee ($300 for puppies under 6 months old) helps us take care of all the dogs we rescue. All dogs are spayed/neutered, tested for heartworm and tick borne diseases (if old enough), microchipped, and vaccinated for rabies (if old enough), distemper/parvo and bordetella. They are also treated for internal and external parasites. Many dogs also receive extensive medical care such as dental work and major surgeries. For more information and to apply to adopt, please visit www.augustadogadoptions.org

10/25/2026

Meet Coral! Coral and her siblings came to us from a rural shelter with more dog than adopters. They needed some TCL but are now ready to find their forever homes. At 4 months old and 30 pounds, we can only guess on their breed mix but suspect they are going to be hefty when grown!

Coral has a laid back disposition. She has begun house training with a doggie door and walking on leash. She love playing with other dogs and meeting new people. Coral is especially found of children and is the perfect age to introduce to cats and other animals. Coral is a beautiful dog and is sure to bring joy and love to the family who chooses her for years to come.

Augusta Dog Adoptions is a 501c3 charitable rescue. We take applications online and schedule adoptions in Waynesboro, Va. A $175.00 adoption fee ($300 for puppies under 6 months old) helps us take care of all the dogs we rescue. All dogs are spayed/neutered, tested for heartworm and tick borne diseases (if old enough), microchipped, and vaccinated for rabies (if old enough), distemper/parvo and bordetella. They are also treated for internal and external parasites. Many dogs also receive extensive medical care such as dental work and major surgeries. For more information and to apply to adopt, please visit www.augustadogadoptions.org

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Staunton, VA
22980

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http://www.augustadogadoptions.org/

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