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Puppies and dogs in Indiana

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Indiana. To learn more about each adoptable dog, click on the "i" icon for fast facts, or their photo or name for full details.
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G

Xoloitzcuintle/Mexican Hairless/German Shepherd Dog

Female, 3 yrs 7 mos
Jasper, IN
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Good with kids, Not good with cats,
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I'm G, a striking 3-year-old Xoloitzcuintle-German Shepherd mix and an adventurous spirit! 🐕 I'm spayed and ready to roll, bringing energy and playfulness to everything I do — whether that's exploring new places or keeping you entertained at home. I'm wonderful with kids and would make an amazing addition to a family, but I'd do best as your one and only when it comes to cats. At just 30 pounds, I'm the perfect size for cuddles and adventures alike! 🌟 My adoption fee is $125 — come meet me and let's start our next adventure together! ✨
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Brecken Basset

Basset Hound

Male, 2 yrs 2 mos
Mishawaka, IN
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs,
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Brecken Basset came to us by no fault of his own after finding himself homeless and in an Indiana municipal shelter. This is a nice, friendly boy who is good with people & other dogs. He is very sweet, happy but would benefit from some basic obedience and confidence building. His approx. birth date is 07/04/24 and  he currently weighs 42# full grown. He will not be placed with small children. Recently returned for resource guarding. This guy is a hound who likes to grab high reward items and can get nippy about giving them back. He needs a structured home where he has no access to people food and if he does grab something he should not (like trash), he needs training to be offered something as a trade that is equally delicious and a dog appropriate treat. If he finds a dead bird in your yard, he probably isn't giving it up! He has been vet. checked, neutered, micro chipped, is up to date on routine shots & wormings including rabies, and has been treated with flea & heart worm preventative per our protocol. He is heart worm and tick born illness negative. His adoption donation is $550 and needs to be cash, certified check, money order or a debit/credit card. There is a 3% processing fee when using a debit/credit card. We do not ship or transport.Please email for an application if you would like to provide this nice kid with his forever home. ##2791518##
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ST Spicy Chocolate IN FOSTER & HOUSE TRAINED!

Shih Tzu

Male, 5 yrs 9 mos
Mishawaka, IN
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, House-trained,
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ST spicy chocolate came to us from an owner who relinquished him for behavior. This guy is good with other dogs & with some people. He would benefit from some basic obedience and confidence building. His approx. birth date is 11/11/20 and he weighs 11.6# full grown. He is in foster and house and crate trained! He can act aggressive in his crate and be reactive to things he doesn't want to do and get quite nippy. The good news is that he only has 11 worn teeth left which doesn't give him a way to do much harm. He needs an experienced home with patience and no children. He does like to go for walks.He has been vet. checked, neutered, micro chipped, is up to date on routine shots & wormings including rabies, and has been treated with flea & heart worm preventative per our protocol. He had a dental and is heart worm and tick born illness negative. His adoption donation is $300 and needs to be cash, certified check, money order or a debit/credit card. There is a 3% processing fee when using a debit/credit card. Please note that any additional funding collected for this pet goes back into our medical acct. to provide for other dogs in need. We do not ship or transport.Please email for an application if you would like to provide this nice kid with his forever home. ##2570453##
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The Light Puppies : Moonlight

Labrador Retriever/Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 2 mos
Osgood, IN
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
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If you would like to meet any of our pets, they are available for viewing, every single day from noon until 3:30pm. If you have other dogs a meet and greet is required. Calling before a long drive is recommended to confirm availability. Ripley County Humane Society, 1202 W County Rd 150 N, Osgood, IN 47037. 812-689-3773  You can fill out an application online at this link - https://petstablished.com/adoption_form/57789/generic . ##2826213##
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RUBIX

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 5 mos
Fort Wayne, IN
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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Hello! My name`s Rubix!Weight 35.6#I`m a very goofy, sweet puppy who`s here to have a good time! I love running around and playing with my dog friends and wouldn`t mind having a buddy in the home!Be sure to bring in any resident dogs with you to meet me!
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ROMEO

Dogo Argentino

Male, 3 yrs
Indianapolis, IN
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
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Shelters & rescues in Indiana

There are animal shelters and rescues that focus specifically on finding great homes for dogs in Indiana. Browse these rescues and shelters below.

Here are a few organizations closest to you:

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Humane Society of Elkhart County

54687 County Road 19, Bristol, IN 46507

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, farm animals, rabbits, reptiles, small animals

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MUSH MisUnderstood Siberian Husky Rescue

1309 Sweetbay Dr, Elkhart, IN 46514

Pet Types: dogs

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ALL 4 ANIMALS RESCUE INC

2300 w. 6th Street, mishawaka, IN 46544

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Homeward Bound Animal Welfare Group

Mishawaka, IN 46546

Pet Types: dogs

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Humane Society of St. Joseph County Indiana

2506 Grape Rd., Mishawaka, IN 46545

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Ark Animal Rescue and Adoptions

0530 E 300 S, Lagrange, IN 46761

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Family Pet Health Center

2621 Mishawaka Avenue, South Bend, IN 46615

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Heartland Small Animal Rescue

PO Box 6033, South Bend, IN 46660

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, rabbits, reptiles, small animals

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Pet Refuge, Inc

4626 South Burnett Drive, South Bend, IN 46614

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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