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

Hambone

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Male, 3 yrs

Chauncey, OH

Size

(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)

Details

Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Hambone was found on St. Rt. 681 near Chase Road. He came into the shelter with missing fur and had escaped living his life on a chain. Hambone is very loving once he knows you will not hurt him. He is shy when meeting new faces. He is currently in a foster home and enjoys his walks into the town!

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Brutus

Shepherd (Unknown Type)

Male, 2 yrs

Chauncey, OH

Size

(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)

Details

Good with dogs, Needs experienced adopter, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

He is our longest resident and has been living in The Athens County Dog Shelter since July of 2024. Brutus is a 2 year old retriever mix who came to the shelter completely unsocialized. His two sisters were thankfully adopted and rescued and have shown huge improvements in a home setting. Brutus needs that chance too. He is a staff and volunteer favorite and has made huge strides in the shelter. With the help of BARC - Behavior Analysis Reform for Companions, he had his first bath. He has even learned to tolerate some light touch although he often still flinches if you try and pet him. Brutus has never shown any aggression and you can tell he wants to connect with people, despite his fear. Sometimes when you're walking him, he will brush up against you which is his attempt to connect in a way that feels safe. Most important, Brutus loves other dogs. They bring him comfort and help him understand that being a dog can be fun. Brutus has learned how to play chase and give great play bows 🙂 And of course his girlfriend Casey taught him about the pleasures of string cheese. Brutus does not get enough human interaction at the shelter to continue improving. There simply are not enough staff and volunteers to spend the needed one-on-one time with him. He needs a patient adopter or rescue that will help him reach his potential. Please help us get this boy the life he deserves.

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Ruby (Mabel)

Beagle

Female, 13 yrs

Chauncey, OH

Size

(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less

Details

Story

Calling all beagle lovers! Sweet Ruby was dressed to impress this week at the Athens Veterinary Clinic. Does she look good in pink or what? Ruby is a 13 year old beagle who spent most of her years as a hunting dog. She lost an eye in an accident 4 years ago but gets around just fine. She is currently in a temporary foster home while she waits for her permanent retirement home. She enjoys the company of other dogs and savors walks outside to track scents like she did in her youth. Can you add this low-key senior to your family? Call The Athens County Dog Shelter at 740-593-5415 to meet her.

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Sissy Elizabeth

Mixed Breed (Large)

Female, 10 yrs

Chauncey, OH

Size

(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)

Details

Story

Sissy Elizabeth was brought into the shelter from College Street, Nelsonville. It appears that her owner passed away this past spring and she was given to another person to take care of her. We have been trying to contact Linda Taylor, with no success so far, to ask questions about Sissy that will help us help her get adopted or rescued. Sissy is 10 years old (according to her license information) and obviously obese. She currently weighs around 111 pounds. We would like to see her lose about 50 pounds. She has labored breathing as it is. UPDATE: As of 11/27/24 Sissy weighs in at 87.6 pounds. She has lost 23.4 pounds! FOSTER MOM UPDATE: She is losing weight! Shes a busy gal! ???? She’s pretty much the perfect dog. Looks like she’s smiling most of the time. Loves the pool and car rides. Is more active and really enjoys walks and being outside… a lot of people may see her size and think she’s just a couch potato, but she’ll stay outside all day if you’ll let her. House trained. Gets along get with all the dogs. (slight food aggression with them if you bring out treats now that she believes she’s being starved ? but perfect all the rest of the time)

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Odin

Doberman Pinscher

Male, Puppy

Logan, OH

Size

(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)

Details

Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Odin is a sweet cuddly boy. He is 14 months old,and has tons of energy. Regular exercise is required, as Dobermans are smart, active dogs. Very athletic. He needs a new home because of a badly broken leg. My leg, not his...lol He comes with an extra large crate, leashes, collars, toys etc.

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Cher

Bluetick Coonhound

Female, Young

Stockport, OH

Size

(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)

Details

Good with kids, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Cher acts a lot more like a house pet than a hunting dog, although she sounds impresssive when she bays. She loves to hang around with people. House and crate trained, good companion. She can escape any fence unless it has a top over it. Age about 3 years, weight 61 pounds. Spayed, current on shots, Lyme and heartworm tested. Fee $200. Apply at morganspot.org.January 6, 2025, 11:10 am

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Dog shelters and rescues in Athens, Ohio

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Rescue

Friends of the Shelter Dogs

P.O. Box 576, Athens, OH 45701

Pet Types: dogs

Shelter

Pound Rescue of Athens

P.O. Box 1209, Athens, OH 45701

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Athens County Humane Society

Athens, OH 45701

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Shelter

Athens County Dog Shelter

13333 OH 13, Chauncey, OH 45719

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Southern Ohio Animal Rescue

Shade, OH 45776

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Avalon Animal Rescue

Nelsonville, OH 45764

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

Rescue

Painted Acres Animal Rescue

68649 Dutch lane, Zaleski, OH 45698

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Shelter

Meigs County Canine Rescue & Adoption Center

33133 Hiland Road, Pomeroy, OH 45769

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Heaven's Lil Angels Animal Sanctuary, Inc.

McArthur, OH 45651

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs

Rescue

Camelot Puppy Sanctuary

McArthur, OH 45651

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

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Cairn Terrier Canaan Dog Cane Corso Cardigan Welsh Corgi Carolina Dog Catahoula Leopard Dog Caucasian Shepherd Dog Cavachon Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Cavapoo Chesapeake Bay Retriever Chihuahua Chinese Crested Chinook Chiweenie Chow Chow Clumber Spaniel Cockapoo Cocker Spaniel Collie Coonhound Corgi Coton de Tulear Curly-Coated Retriever Dachshund Dalmatian Dandie Dinmont Terrier Doberman Pinscher Dogo Argentino Dogue de Bordeaux Dutch Shepherd

English (Redtick) Coonhound English Bulldog English Cocker Spaniel English Setter English Shepherd English Springer Spaniel English Toy Spaniel Entlebucher Feist Field Spaniel Fila Brasileiro Finnish Lapphund Finnish Spitz Flat-Coated Retriever Fox Terrier (Smooth) Fox Terrier (Toy) Fox Terrier (Wirehaired) Foxhound French Bulldog

German Pinscher German Shepherd Dog German Shorthaired Pointer German Spitz German Wirehaired Pointer Glen of Imaal Terrier Goberian Golden Retriever Goldendoodle Gordon Setter Great Dane Great Pyrenees Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Greyhound Halden Hound (Haldenstrover) Harrier Havanese Horgi Hovawart Husky

Ibizan Hound Icelandic Sheepdog Irish Setter Irish Terrier Irish Water Spaniel Irish Wolfhound Italian Greyhound Italian Spinone Jack Russell Terrier Japanese Chin Jindo

Kai Dog Karelian Bear Dog Keeshond Kerry Blue Terrier Kishu Komondor Kuvasz Kyi Leo Labradoodle Labrador Retriever Lakeland Terrier Lancashire Heeler Leonberger Lhasa Apso Löwchen

Maltese Maltipoo Manchester Terrier Maremma Sheepdog Mastiff Miniature Bull Terrier Miniature Dachshund Miniature Pinscher Morkie Mountain Cur Munsterlander Mutt Neapolitan Mastiff Newfoundland Norfolk Terrier Norwegian Buhund Norwegian Elkhound Norwegian Lundehund Norwich Terrier Nova Scotia Duck-Tolling Retriever

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Puppies and dogs in Athens, Ohio

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Athens, Ohio. 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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Dog shelters and rescues in Athens, Ohio

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