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Puppies and dogs in Michigan

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Michigan. 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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Lizzy

Doberman Pinscher

Female, 2 yrs
Ann Arbor, MI
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, House-trained,
Story
Meet Eliza "Lizzy" Livingston! She is a Doberman mix with floppy ears, long tail and stocky frame. Estimated 2 years old. Lizzy is playful and barks to get other dogs participate. Spunky but shy in new environments, needs just 3 days to figure it out and assert herself. Spayed, up to date on vaccines, microchipped and on prevention. Testing negative for heartworms since intake. FOSTERED IN TEXAS. *Adoption Fee ($550.00) includes transport options to PNW (WA, UT, ID), Midwest (WI, MI, OH, IL, IN) or select New England States (NJ-CT-VA-VT) by pet transport partners. Email to Apply! Adopt@CaffeinatedCanineRescueTx.org Adoption Application LINK: https://forms.gle/33ciYyXPTL18FfnV6 Email with Questions or for Adoption Application - Adopt@CaffeinatedCanineRescueTx.org ------------------------------------------- See more Photos, Videos and Updates on Social Media Facebook.com/CaffeinatedCanineRescueTX Instagram @CaffeinatedCanineRescue ------------------------------------------- Found in Livingston and re-homed multiple times before being brought to rescue partners in Cleveland for rescue placement through CCR. Lizzy was a victim of non committal humans which caused so many changes in her young life, she never knew who her people were. She was found at a gas station, jumped into a lady's car and created her own journey to find a rescue to give her peace. Volunteers Fueled by Caffeine and Compassion to help Care for Dogs in Today's Pet Crisis in Texas. Visit our website to see how you can help our dogs www.caffeinatedcaninerescue.org
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Livvy

Labrador Retriever

Female, 2 yrs
Oakland, MI
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained,
Story
Meet Livvy! Livvy is a beautiful 2 year old,  75-pound Yellow Labrador Retriever with a heart as golden as her coat! This sweet girl was surrendered to our rescue along with her litter of puppies, and now that her days of motherhood are behind her, she is ready to find a loving family of her own. Livvy can be a little shy when first meeting new people, but she warms up quickly and soon reveals her affectionate, gentle personality. She has previously lived with other dogs, cats, and children, making her a wonderful candidate for many different types of families. Livvy is house-trained and crate-trained, although she has such good house manners that confinement may not be necessary. She is accustomed to having a securely fenced yard where she can comfortably relieve herself and explore. Her leash manners could use some additional work, but with patience and consistent guidance, she should continue to improve. She also enjoys going for car rides and would be happy to accompany her family on new adventures. After lovingly raising her puppies, Livvy’s greatest wish is to finally be someone’s cherished companion. She is looking for a family that will give her the security, patience, and unconditional love she deserves—and promise to love her furever! Livvy is:Current on Bordetella, Distemper, and RabiesDewormedHeartworm Tested: NegativeReceiving Heartworm and Flea PreventionMicrochippedScheduled for spay surgery at our partner Veterinary office (included in the adoption fee)ADOPTION FEE: $375 IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN THIS PET, PLEASE COMPLETE THE APPROPRIATE APPLICATION FOUND ON OUR WEBSITE HTTP://FUREVERTAILS.COM. Unfortunately, at this time we are not currently adopting outside of the state of MI. We process applications ONLY - there is no guarantee that you will get a response to an inquiry. Many of the animals in our foster program come to us with limited or unknown histories. We make every effort to evaluate each animal’s temperament and behavior, including testing their interactions with other dogs, cats, and children (defined as individuals under the age of 18, when available). However, every animal is unique—just as every child and household environment is different. While we strive to set both our foster animals and adoptive families up for success through thorough assessments and transparent communication, **we cannot guarantee any specific behavioral outcome**. Animals can be unpredictable by nature, and behavior may change in new environments or over time. By proceeding with adoption or foster placement, applicants acknowledge and accept this inherent risk and agree that no guarantees, either expressed or implied, are made regarding the temperament or behavior of any animal placed through our program. FUREVER TAILS IS A NON-PROFIT, NO-KILL, FOSTER HOME BASED ANIMAL RESCUE BASED OUT OF OAKLAND TOWNSHIP, MI. OUR FOSTER ANIMALS ARE LIVING IN FOSTER HOMES AND TREATED LIKE FAMILY UNTIL THEY FIND THEIR OWN FUREVER FAMILIES. OUR ADOPTION PROECESS REQUIRES AN APPLICATION TO BE COMPLETED AND APPROVED BEFORE A MEET-N-GREET WITH THE ANIMAL CAN TAKE PLACE. ADOPTION FEES ARE NECESSARY TO HELP US COVER VETTING COSTS FOR OUR RESCUED ANIMALS. ##2847538##
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Remington (Remy) - Located in Connecticut

Belgian Malinois

Male, 2 yrs 3 mos
Imlay City, MI
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained,
Story
 Meet Remington - or Remy for short - the perfect adventure buddy who's been waiting for someone to choose him! I'm on the hunt for my forever adventure buddy... and by "adventure," I mean anything from hiking a trail to making a quick Target run. Honestly, I don't really care where we're going—as long as I get to ride shotgun (or at least in the backseat). I'm a pretty laid-back guy with a goofy streak that tends to sneak up on people. I’m a Belgian Malinois mix - the full package. One minute I'm looking all handsome and dignified, and the next I'm making silly faces, zooming around, or convincing you that I definitely deserve just one more treat. (Spoiler alert: I do.) I walk nicely on leash, love learning new things, and will happily work for snacks. Food is my love language. I'm also great with other dogs and have been respectful of the cat in my foster home. I believe in being a gentleman... unless we're talking about treats. At the end of the day, I'm really just looking for someone to do life with. We can explore new places, binge-watch TV, take long drives, or do absolutely nothing together. As long as we're together, I'm happy. So, what do you think? Ready to add a loyal sidekick, professional cuddle buddy, and part-time comedian to your family? I promise to make every day a little brighter—and I'll never judge your snack choices if you don't judge mine!  Fostering saves lives. It gives dogs like Remy the opportunity to decompress, learn, and finally show the incredible companions they were always meant to be.  Can you foster? Ready to adopt? Apply today or share Remy's story. His future may depend on someone seeing this post at just the right time. Help us give Remy the chance to finally find the team he's been waiting for.  All MAD dogs come with a Fi Collar and 6 month subscription.  If you are interested in adopting this pet please complete an application at this link  https://petstablished.com/adoption_form/24689/generic.  *********************************************************************** We are an official 501c3 organization that does not have a physical location. Our home address is in Michigan, however, the majority of our dogs are not located in Michigan. The physical location of each dog is posted with the name of the pet or in the title area. If you are within 4 hours of the pet, please be prepared to pick the pet up. We do provide transport assistance up to 350 miles. The applicant must drive the remainder of the distance of the transport.  The basic information that we have available is in our posting, but sometimes fosters will post updates on the MAD Rescue Facebook page as well,  https://www.facebook.com/groups/malinoisanddutchshepherdrescueinc. If you would like to further inquire on this animal, please fill out this application. Applications that are completed in our process and being considered as a match will speak to the foster home to gain more information about our adoptable dog. If you have questions about this pet please contact us at info@MADrescueinc.org.  You may also call our toll free number at 844-MAD-RESQ or 844-623-7377.  Additional information about all of our dogs for adoption can be located at our website MAD Rescue Inc. ##2772892##
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Franklin

Golden Retriever/Labrador Retriever

Male, 2 mos
Lansing, MI
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained,
Story
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Savage

Chihuahua

Male, Adult
Bloomingdale, MI
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained,
Story
We need to rehome our chihuahua/weener dog mix. He likes to lay under covers and be held ( by adults only )
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Finley

Border Collie/Australian Shepherd

Male, Young
Roseville, MI
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained,
Story
Finely has been with us for almost a year and we adopted him off of pet finder from a foster rescue. Finleys birthday is August 19th 2025. Finely has been a great companion during this past year. Finley is highly energetic, loves to play tug of war, catch with a tennis ball, go for runs or long walks, and play with other dogs at the dog park. Finley loves to give kisses and loves to be tasked with doing things. Finley knows a good amount of tricks and learns quickly. Finley is fully potty trained and up to date on all his vaccines. Finley needs a home with a big yard. It would be beneficial if there was another dog to keep him busy and to learn from. Finley sleeps in his crate but I believe with more room to run he would grow out of the crate. We just have a very small condo and are having a baby and do not have room for him anymore. Please let us know if you’re interested in taking Finley home to join your family.

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Shelters & rescues in Michigan

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

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Allies for Greyhounds of West Michigan, Inc.

P.O. Box 343, Grandville, MI 49468

Pet Types: dogs

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Cresteds and Critters Canine Rescue

Grand Rapids, MI 49509

Pet Types: dogs

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HalfWay Home

P.O. Box 9863, Wyoming, MI 49509

Pet Types: dogs

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Pineapples Paradise Rescue

Grand Rapids, MI 49534

Pet Types: dogs

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Humane Society of West Michigan

3077 Wilson Dr. NW, Walker, MI 49534

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

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Tail-Wagger's Pet Rescue

Marne, MI 49435

Pet Types: dogs

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LuvnPupz

Wyoming, MI 49548

Pet Types: dogs

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Unleashed Love Pet Rescue

Grand Rapids, MI 49548

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Michigan Sheltie Rescue

922 Oakhurst, Grand Rapids, MI 49504

Pet Types: dogs

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Cathedral Animal Rescue

Grand Rapids, MI 49504

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

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