PuppySpot has helped families across the country fetch their new best friends, and we have puppies for sale in every state. Here are a few of the pups heading to South Dakota that you may soon see in a dog park near you!

Alison

Goldendoodle
Taylor

Havanese
Taylor

Havanese
Dylan

Goldendoodle
Dylan

Goldendoodle
Lucy

Saint Bernard
Joy

Border Collie
Belinda

Pomsky
Serena

Maltipoo
Kayla

Boston Terrier
Andy

Golden Retriever
Maple

Cockapoo
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Breed Spotlight: Yorkshire Terrier

The Yorkshire Terrier is a cantankerous little canine with a personality that is larger than life. These lovable lap dogs do not need much exercise and are easy enough to keep groomed, though housebreaking is often a challenge.

Yorkies are smart, easily trainable and make terrific watchdogs, but they also have a tendency to bark. Adaptable, compact and delightfully intelligent, Yorkies are the perfect city-dwelling companion and well-suited to apartment living.

Yorkies are so well-suited to apartment living, that they are frequently recognized as one of the most popular dog breeds in the U.S. and the most popular breed in South Dakota. If you’re in the market for a fearless little lapdog, you won't find a better companion than a Yorkie.

Did You Know?

Did you know that a Yorkie named Smoky was the world’s first therapy dog? After saving the lives of several soldiers in World War II, she visited wounded soldiers in hospitals. Today there are six memorials honoring Smoky in the United States and one international memorial in Australia.

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Dogs for Sale in South Dakota

Few states are as friendly to dogs and dog owners as South Dakota. In fact, South Dakota is one of the best states in the country to buy, rescue or adopt a puppy. The Yorkshire Terrier is the most popular breed in South Dakota, though Labrador Retriever and the Golden Retriever come in close second and third.

Whether you’re moving to South Dakota, you’re on vacation with your Great Dane or your visiting to find Golden Retriever puppies for sale, you’ll find South Dakota has more than enough dog-friendly parks and activities to keep you busy.

Are you looking for Yorkshire Terrier puppies for sale in South Dakota? Are you moving to South Dakota with your dog? If you're looking to become a South Dakota dog owner, then there are a few state, county and local requirements to be aware of before you bring home your new puppy.

Do I Need to Vaccinate My Puppy in South Dakota?

Yes. A certificate of veterinary inspection (showing the dog has been vaccinated for immunization against rabies) is required for all dogs entering the State of South Dakota for longer than 30 days.

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Does South Dakota Have Leash Laws?

No. There is no statewide leash law in the State of South Dakota. However, the state allows ordinances or rules to be promulgated by any county commission or municipality relating to the control and management of dogs within the county. In other words, whether or not you need to license your dog in South Dakota depends entirely upon the county or city in which you reside.

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Do I Need a Dog License in South Dakota?

No. However, like many of the dog laws in South Dakota, whether or not you need to license your dog is entirely up to the county or city in which you reside. Many counties in South Dakota have some sort of dog licensing law in place. That’s why it’s always a good idea to check with your local government to ensure your dog complies with all local ordinances.

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Does South Dakota Require Dogs To Be Harnessed in the Car?

No. As of January 2020, South Dakota does not have a law requiring dogs to wear seat belts or be secured within the vehicle during transportation. However, current legislation gives South Dakota law enforcement the power to ticket a driver should they deem the transportation of an animal to be cruel or unsafe.

Regardless of state law, it’s best to keep dogs restrained and out of the front seat. Dogs who insist on climbing into the front seat should be placed in the back, in a crate. If your dog’s crate doesn’t fit in the car, you should invest in a barrier to keep them out of the front seat.

Best Dog Parks in South Dakota

Believe it or not, you don’t have to look far to find amazing dog parks in South Dakota. You can practically throw a tennis ball in any direction and hit an incredible dog park to enjoy with your pup. Check out our favorite South Dakota dog parks below:

Spencer Park - Sioux Falls
Lead Dog Park - Lead
Lien Park - Sioux Falls
Marne Creek West Dog Park - Yankton
Family Park - Sioux Falls
Robbinsdale Park - Rapid City
Cadwell Dog Park - Mitchell
Watertown Dog Park - Waterton
Cotton Park Dog Park - Vermillion
Rover Range Dog Park - Harrisburg

Best Dog Friendly Activities in South Dakota

From Mount Rushmore to the Badlands, there are hundreds of fun, safe and interesting dog friendly activities in South Dakota. There are so many ways to have fun with your pooch in South Dakota, that we figured we’d help you choose by listing our favorites here:

Custer State Park - Custer
Good Earth State Park Visitor Center - Sioux Falls
Bear Butte State Park - Sturgis
Palisades State Park - Garretson
Lewis & Clark Recreation Area - Yankton
Newton Hills State Park - Canton
Mt. Rushmore - Keystone
Oakwood Lakes State Park - Bruce
Union Grove State Park - Beresford
Lake Herman State Park - Madison

Puppies for Sale in South Dakota

Would you like to adopt a Yorkie puppy? Maybe you’re looking for Labrador Retriever puppies for sale in South Dakota? Then you’ve come to the right place.

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