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Texas Heeler

Female, Adult
Goshen, IN
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Lucy, is 4yrs old. She will be your best friend. She listens well. She is house trained.
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Lola

Boxer

Female, 8 yrs 6 mos
mishawaka, IN
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Needs special attention, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Hi, I’m Lola! I’m a sweet, goofy girl. I can take a bit to warm up to someone new, but once I do, I will greet you with a piggy snort. I would love a home with no cats, dogs, or small children. A home with a yard would be fun as well! I love to run around and play. I would benefit from attending a class or private session from one of our recommended trainers, such as A Canine Story, to continue setting me up for success. I really can't wait to find her forever home and make new memories! Birthday 07/01/2016 Adoption fee $250 Female Spayed House broken No dogs No cats No small kids   Fill out an application at all4animalsrescue.org ##1152362##
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Cole

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 5 yrs 1 mo
mishawaka, IN
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Needs special attention, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Hello my name is Cole! I'm 3 years old. I'm the best boy one on one with my humans however, I do have a few special requests for anyone considering adopting me!  Coles Commandments: Thou shall not house me with other pets (cats, dogs, small animals, ect) Thou shall promise to start behavior training with me as soon as adopted Thou shall provide me with higher protein food for all meals due to my high metabolism Thou shall shower me with all the soft fuzzy blankets known to man (or woman) Thou shall give me all the treats, love and cuddles my heart desires Thou shall promise to give me ample amounts of car rides weekly so I may pretend I'm flying Thou shall not give me peanut butter as I dislike it greatly Thou shalt provide me with a fenced yard so that I may have zoomies to my heart's content Thou shall be open, understanding and knowledgable with me being a pit bull Thou shalt apply for me at All4animalsrescue.org   Cole's adoption fee is waived for the right home and proof of training agreement once adopted. Born 11/28/2019 Medium sized at 50lbs ##914429##
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Tina (aka Eowyn)

Australian Shepherd

Female, 5 yrs 7 mos
mishawaka, IN
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Needs special attention, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
“HI ALL!!! My name is Tina (but I answer to hand signals!) I’m under 4years old as much as I love my friends here I really would LOVE a foster or forever home that can help me along- I have had a hard time training due to being deaf and some people just don’t understand me:( I would require a new parent to be very understanding and knowledgeable regarding hearing impaired pets or willing to work with me. I have been returned a few times due to my mouth getting me into trouble:( But, I know my forever home is out there!!! I’m the best girl ever I promise and I would LOVE a place to call home for now or permanently that has prior experience with a deaf puppy!!!”   ##575157##
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Princess

Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 3 yrs 3 mos
mishawaka, IN
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Hi, I'm Princess. I'm a gentle, young pup who sometimes has an old soul. I love spending time with people. Sometimes I do have my zoomies and young dog energy! When I'm not zooming I just like to snuggle with people. I do need to be the only animal in the home. I prefer not to share a home with other dogs or cats. I would love to work with one of the trainers that All 4 Animal Rescue recommends! I will need someone who can commit to a training plan with one of the recommended trainers so that I can continue to make progress and be as successful as possible in my new home. A home that is low traffic and can give me time to decompress and learn a new routine paired with a training plan is ideal for me. I've been introduced to clicker training and go on decompression walks/hikes at a huge sniffspot and I enjoy it! I can't wait to meet you and start a new journey with my forever family. I hope to see you soon! Born 10/16/2021 - spayed - adoption fee 300 - No kids - No dogs - No cats - house broken   Fill out an application at all4animalsrescue.org ##1681726##
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Indy

Poodle (Miniature) Goldendoodle

Male, 4 yrs 8 mos
mishawaka, IN
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
PLEASE READ BEFORE APPLYING TO ADOPT INDY   Indy came to us as a client of our friends at Serenity and does amazing with them, unfortunately without a lot of guidance and training daily Indy has quite a bit of hiccups in the home, and was sent back to his breeder then another trainer who continued to work with him! Indy's hiccups included ... Resource guarding toys and food with children and adults , He was barrier guarding in the kennel and will snarl and bark.  He is currently being fostered with Serenity Pet Spaw where he does well! He is working on training and making the crate a happy time and he has passed all the tests with flying colors!!! He does amazing grooming and only has some issues with nail filing but, they see no biting just a few lip lifts which is being worked on as well. We would consider Indy a special case due to his background and we would only adopt local. We would ask anyone adopting to continue doggy daycare, grooming and boarding with Serenity Pet Spaw but ,we understand that may not be possible and if changing to a different facility is necessary Serenity is happy to talk to and work with whatever facility is choosen to make sure Indy has the best transition! We would ask any potential adopters be willing to continue to crate train(Serenity will go over all the training they are doing as well!) and sign up with a trainer prior to adoption.  Indy LOVES other dogs and will get along with certain cats, we would love a foster to adopt for him and help acclimate him to your home!  Indys perfect home would be an active very dog knowledgeable home with older children (13 up)  who would be involved in the training process too.  If you are Indy's perfect home please fill out an application and we will schedule a meet and greet!!  ##1997055##

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MUSH MisUnderstood Siberian Husky Rescue

1309 Sweetbay Dr, Elkhart, IN 46514

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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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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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Family Pet Health Center

2621 Mishawaka Avenue, South Bend, IN 46615

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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PetsConnect! Inc.

P.O. Box 8104, South Bend, IN 46660

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, horses

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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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Michiana Pet Advocacy Center

South Bend, IN 46614

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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