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Puppies and dogs in Minnesota

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Minnesota. 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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Bella

American Pit Bull Terrier/Labrador Retriever

Female, Young
Brooten, MN
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats,
Story
Bella is a super fun and fantastic dog. She makes a great pet. She is very social with lots of other dogs and we haven't had issues with her and other dogs. She is great at pest control on and around the farm but does not tolerate cats. She's good with cats all day but at night cannot be trusted unsupervised around them. I also would not trust her around free range chickens. Though we have several free range chickens she has never gone after we have found dead pheasants in our yard so Im certain she has the impulse to hunt. With proper training she would make a great hunting dog as she loves to stir up wildlife on our country walks. She has a lot of energy and needs a home that can ensure she has time to run that energy out. Her look makes a lot of people scared of her but shes very sweet and loves extra pets/pats and belly rubs.
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Izzy D12814

American Pit Bull Terrier/American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 10 yrs 9 mos
Minneapolis, MN
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
Story
Meet Izzy! ❤️ Izzy is a sweet 11-year-old girl who is ready for a comfortable place to settle in and enjoy her golden years. She has been adjusting wonderfully to all the recent changes in her life and has already shown what a lovely companion she can be. Izzy is incredibly dog friendly and previously lived with eight dogs, both big and small! She is also cat friendly and good with kids, making her a great candidate for a home with other pets and a family. Izzy is quiet, well behaved in her kennel, has had no accidents, and walks pretty nicely on leash. She loves going for walks and is perfectly happy to take her time exploring and sniff and sniff and sniff forever. She's definitely a girl who likes to stop and smell all the smells! Like many dogs, Izzy can experience some separation anxiety and does best with structure and a secure space when left alone. A heavy-duty kennel is recommended for her so she can stay safe and comfortable. Izzy is also getting some extra TLC for her skin and will need some ongoing veterinary care to help get her skin feeling its best. At 11 years old, Izzy is looking for a patient person who can give her consistency, a comfortable place to rest, plenty of sniffy walks, and lots of love. She has been taking all of these changes in stride and is ready for the next chapter of her life. ❤️
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Donna

German Shepherd Dog

Female, 3 yrs
Pequot Lakes, MN
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
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Hermez

American Staffordshire Terrier/American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 1 yr 1 mo
Coon Rapids, MN
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
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Finley

Australian Shepherd/Poodle (Standard)

Male, 12 yrs 11 mos
Coon Rapids, MN
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
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Phoebe D12815

Great Dane/Great Dane

Female, 5 yrs
Minneapolis, MN
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(when grown) -
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I just joined my foster family and we are still getting acquainted with one another. Once they learn more about me, they will add more information here!

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Shelters & rescues in Minnesota

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

Here are a few organizations closest to you:

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Minnesota Boxer Rescue

Woodbury, MN 55125

Pet Types: dogs

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Animal Humane Society, Woodbury

9785 Hudson Road, Woodbury, MN 55125

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

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Midwest Border Collie Rescue MN

Woodbury, MN 55119

Pet Types: dogs

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Minnesota Border Collie Rescue

499 Marnie St, Maplewood, MN 55119

Pet Types: dogs

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Twin Cities Lhasa Apso Club Rescue

Cottage Grove, MN 55016

Pet Types: dogs

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United Yorkie Rescue - MN - Cottage Grove

Cottage Grove, MN 55016

Pet Types: dogs

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Envys Angels Animal Rescue

106 Dale St. West, South St. Paul, MN 55075

Pet Types: dogs

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Misunderstood Mutts

106 dale st w, south st paul, MN 55075

Pet Types: dogs

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Saving Tails Animal Rescue

PO Box 2581, South Saint Paul, MN 55076

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Upper Midwest Great Dane Rescue

Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076

Pet Types: dogs

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