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Puppies and dogs in Ohio

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Ohio. To learn more about each adoptable dog, click on the "i" icon for fast facts, or their photo or name for full details.
We'll also keep you updated on Spud's adoption status with email updates.
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Spud

American Pit Bull Terrier/Labrador Retriever

Male, 7 yrs
Troy, OH
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
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Hi the shelter staff are calling me Spud. I was found running loose on Eldean rd and 25A. I'm currently trying to get back home. If you know who I am or where I belong please call the Miami County Animal Shelter at 937-332-6919.
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Breton

Great Pyrenees/St. Bernard

Female, 4 mos
Cincinnati, OH
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
Story
WE ARE A TX BASED RESCUE. THIS DOG IS CURRENTLY LOCATED IN TX AND WILL BE TRANSPORTED UPON ADOPTION. Please fill out an adoption application found at haydudeequine.org Breton - You are the bridge between what was and what will be, my pathway to a new life! Looking for a new FBF (furry best friend)? Look no further than Breton (hey, hey, that's me!) and I'm here looking to adopt me a family, a home...one I can say will be all mine! And since you're reading this, I'm hoping that you'll consider making ME a part of yours!!!! Me and my brother, Clydesdale were dumped in a rural area along side a busy highway. The first few months of my young life was not so great, but I'm learning. I'm learning that getting pets and kind words are kinda really nice. I have really blossomed into a happy soul that is ready to start this next chapter in life with a family that will have lots of patience, treats and gentle pets so I can give back with lots of puppy kisses and tail wags!! I'm about 4.5 months old and come in at around 20lbs. I should be a great size of maybe 50-55lbs when I get myself fully growed up. I have got a really sweet nature that does love to run around and play with my sister and all the other foster pups here. I am learning the leash and have taken to walking really well really quickly. I'm on my way to being a great stroll taker and hiking companion!! I do really well playing with the other pups but I haven't had the pleasure of meeting any of those creatures y'all call a cat yet, but at my young age and with proper introductions I should be fine with them too! Mom may be a Pyrenees/Golden Retriever mix and dad was a traveling salespup (St. Bernard, maybe) sweet talking his way through town! I am sooooo ready to unleash all this awesomeness and be that lil heartbeat at your feet, and with bunches of love, I know I'll be there. So, if you think you can help me be a pawsome fit for you and your lifestyle, please stop scrolling and fill out my adoption application! It can be found at haydudeequine.org These siblings include Breton and Clydesdale
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Clydesdale

Great Pyrenees/St. Bernard

Male, 4 mos
Cincinnati, OH
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
Story
WE ARE A TX BASED RESCUE. THIS DOG IS CURRENTLY LOCATED IN TX AND WILL BE TRANSPORTED UPON ADOPTION. Please fill out an adoption application found at haydudeequine.org Clydesdale - You are the bridge between what was and what will be, my pathway to a new life! Looking for a new FBF (furry best friend)? Look no further than Clydesdale (hey, hey, that's me!) and I'm here looking to adopt me a family, a home...one I can say will be all mine! And since you're reading this, I'm hoping that you'll consider making ME a part of yours!!!! Me and my sister, Breton were dumped in a rural area along side a busy highway. The first few months of my young life was not so great, but I'm learning. I'm learning that getting pets and kind words are kinda really nice. I have really blossomed into a happy soul that is ready to start this next chapter in life with a family that will have lots of patience, treats and gentle pets so I can give back with lots of puppy kisses and tail wags!! I'm about 4.5 months old and already come in at around 25lbs. I should be a great size of maybe 55-60lbs when I get myself fully growed up. I have got a really sweet nature that does love to run around and play with my sister and all the other foster pups here. I am learning the leash and have taken to walking really well really quickly. I'm on my way to being a great stroll taker and hiking companion!! I do really well playing with the other pups but I haven't had the pleasure of meeting any of those creatures y'all call a cat yet, but at my young age and with proper introductions I should be fine with them too! Mom may be a Pyrenees/Golden Retriever mix and dad was a traveling salespup (St. Bernard, maybe) sweet talking his way through town! I am sooooo ready to unleash all this awesomeness and be that lil heartbeat at your feet, and with bunches of love, I know I'll be there. So, if you think you can help me be a pawsome fit for you and your lifestyle, please stop scrolling and fill out my adoption application! It can be found at haydudeequine.org These siblings include Clydesdale and Breton
We'll also keep you updated on Fredo's adoption status with email updates.
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Fredo

American Bulldog/Pit Bull Terrier

Male, Adult
Lisbon, OH
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with dogs,
Story
**WE ARE CURRENTLY DOING ADOPTIONS BY APPOINTMENT ONLY. YOU MUST CALL TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT IF YOU'RE INTERESTED IN ADOPTING. PLEASE LEAVE US A VOICEMAIL IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO REACH US. THANK YOU FOR YOUR PATIENCE AND UNDERSTANDING.- CCDP STAFF** Hi there. My name is Fredo. I'm about 4-5 years old and I weigh about 57 lbs. I was brought into the pound along with a litter of pups and another adult dog, after being found living in deplorable conditions following a gas leak in our home. I am a sweet and happy boy. I have been very sweet with people and I have also been good around the other dogs that I've met at the pound since making my way here. I do a good job of keeping my kennel clean at night. I may need a little more work with my housebreaking, but for the most part, I do well. If you're looking for a sweet dog to add to your family, please consider adopting me. Our adoption fee is $152. We accept cash, check or credit/ debit cards for adoption fees. If you pay using a credit or debit card, a convenience fee of 2.39% will also be applied. If paying by check, you will need 2. One Check will be for the dog license, and one will be for your dog's adoption fee, which includes heartworm testing (for dogs 6 months of age old and older), parvo/distemper vaccine, rabies vaccine, bordetella vaccine, 3 days of panacur de-wormer, spay or neuter surgery, microchip, and a current Ohio dog license. We DO offer foster to adopt. (We will NOT accept cash for foster to adopt). We highly recommend you do a foster to adopt with your new dog if you are not 100% sure your new dog is going to work out in your home. Foster to adopt gives you a couple of weeks with the dog to make sure they are a good fit with your family before your payment is processed and the adoption is finalized. ALL DOGS/PUPPIES WILL BE SPAYED OR NEUTERED unless a health issue prohibits the surgery from being performed. Not all dogs posted for adoption are spayed/ neutered yet. If you're driving a long distance to adopt, please verify that the vetting process has been completed and dog you're interested in adopting is still available for adoption. The above mentioned vetting is all included in your adoption fee. The adoption fee and what is included in the adoption fee is NON-NEGOTIABLE. Adoptions MUST be done at the pound and in person as there is paperwork to fill out and an adoption contract that must be signed by the adopter. This means you must be willing to travel to our shelter to adopt. If the dog you're interested in adopting has medical conditions or injuries which require medical treatment, we ask that you help with the medical bills, in addition to their adoption fee if possible so we can continue to help the dogs coming in who need additional vet care. We are a county run shelter, therefore we cannot control our intake or the health or behavior of the dogs that come in to our shelter. Although we try our hardest to place all of our adoptable dogs, there are certain circumstances in which any dog in our care could be euthanized at any time and without further notice (IE: sudden untreatable medical condition or injury, temperament or behavioral problems which may not be apparent when the dog first arrives, etc.), therefore all dogs at our shelter should be considered urgent. We try our absolute hardest to never have to euthanize for space and have not had to do so for many years thanks to the ongoing support from the public and high adoption rates. Please remember; the adoption of a more highly adoptable dog will mean more time for the less adoptable dog in the kennel next to him! Shelter hours are Monday-Friday: 8 am- 4 pm. Saturday, Sunday and holidays: 8 am - 12 pm. Adoptions are always welcome any day of the week/ weekend and on holidays. We are here everyday to care for the dogs and the best way to make our day is to see our dogs go to loving families. There is nobody in the office on Saturday, Sunday or holidays, so therefore, we are unable to answer or return phone calls over the weekend. We are only staffed to take care of the dogs and do adoptions over the weekends/ on holidays. Can't adopt a dog? We would love to have more volunteers who are able to spend time with our dogs! The dogs LOVE going for walks and the socialization and exercise helps make the dogs more adoptable. Contact information: 8455 County Home Road Lisbon, OH 44432 (330)424-6663 Email: hwallace@ccclerk.org or jgordon@ccclerk.org
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Mosey

Bullmastiff/American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, Young
Dayton, OH
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, House-trained,
Story
My dog name is Mosey wonderful house dog looking for a good home he pleasant laid back and just wants to be loved. He’s house trained and answers to commands. Unfortunately my landlord is making everyone get rid of their dogs because of a few I responsible owners. If you your looking for a loving protector this is it. I want him to have a loving home because he deserves it.
We'll also keep you updated on Peanut's adoption status with email updates.
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Peanut

Rottweiler

Male, Young
Sherwood, OH
Size
(when grown) X-Large 101 lbs (46 kg) or more
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained,
Story
Hi! I acquired Peanut from a seller at 10 weeks old. At this time he is nine months old, and getting bigger by the day. Peanuts mother is Rottweiler, and his father is St Bernard. He weighs approximately 80-90 Pounds at this time. Peanut is a very loving dog with a little bit of an attitude when not getting attention. He walks on his leash with ease. His favorite thing to do is play fetch with balls, and sticks. He is house trained, but still a big chewer, so he is watched closely. Peanut is up to date on shots, but he needs to be neutered. I’m in The process of a divorce, and moved in with my adult Daughter. He deserves more attention than I can provide, and my daughter is allergic to him. I want to find a loving home that he deserves. He is sweet, and sassy at the same time, and needs a family to love him like I do. He is eager to learn with treats of course, he knows, come, sit, and wait. He has been crate trained, but does put up a fuss without a treat.

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Shelters & rescues in Ohio

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

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Whiskers Animal Welfare and Education, Inc.

P O Box 127, Lancaster, OH 43130

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Fairfield Area Humane Society

1721 Granville Pike, Lancaster, OH 43130

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

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Grateful Acres Pets Sanctuary & Adoption

Lancaster, OH 43130

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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FIDO's Rescue and Rehabilitation

Lancaster, OH 43130

Pet Types: dogs

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Big Hearts K9 Rescue

Lancaster, OH 43130

Pet Types: dogs

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Fairfield County Dog Adoption Center and Shelter

1715 Granville Pike, Lancaster, OH 43130

Pet Types: dogs

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Second Chances Dalmatian Rescue

Carroll, OH 43112

Pet Types: dogs

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Stop the Suffering

P.O. Box 404, Carroll, OH 43112

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Second Chances Dalmatian Rescue and Sanctuary Inc

Canal Winchester, OH 43110

Pet Types: dogs

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Central Ohio Poms and More Rescue

PO Box 63, Canla Winchester, OH 43110

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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