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Puppies and dogs in Amherstburg, Ontario

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Maya (Special Paws)

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 2 yrs 1 mo
Windsor, ON
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(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
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HI HI HIIIII. My name is Maya! And I am one of the most energetic, lively, and fun doggos around town! I have energy for days, and don`t always know where to put it. Sometimes, I might even jump on you or jump up high and start trying to play with the leash or even you! I don`t mean any harm, I`m just a little nutty at times, so I definitely need a home familiar with high energy dogs that has the time to dedicate to my needs and will do the right training. I do well with other dog friends and would love to have a playful friend in the home, though I come on quite strong and have a very eager personality, so a dog that matches my playfulness might be best. I`m not sure about cats but I`m willing to meet one, and I`d prefer older kiddos due to my crazy puppy antics. I am very smart and love food. I love being a part of the fun and know my spunky personality will always keep things interesting in your life! I am SUPER DUPER LOYAL to my person and have laser sharp focus on you when you have a good treat to offer me. I listen very well and would love to show off my smarts for you!!Also you may have noticed i`m a `special paws` adoption, this is because I came to the shelter with a prior knee injury, it has since resolved but there is always a possibility this issue can reoccur in the future. So because of that, my adoption fee is up to you!See Maya on Tiktok: https://tinyurl.com/5n8xtdau
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Baloo (Special Paws)

Doberman Pinscher Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 1 yr 7 mos
Windsor, ON
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(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
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I`m really shy at first and quite nervous in new situations...if you happen to know Dobes then you know what I`m talking about (we`re just big babies). I tend to take some time to warm up and will need a very patient adopter who is willing to let me come out of my shell at my own pace.Once I know you, I`m a pretty fun guy. I LOVE affection and will lean into you for more and more pets. I love to go for walkies and smell ALL the amazing smells! I enjoy playing but also love a good cuddle on the couch too.Once upon a time, I used to be a farm dog. So I`ve lived with cats and dogs and a big family, but I didn`t always meet many people or experience city life. I am actually doing quite well here, and have made so many new human friends! But moving forward, I do need some further help and a hooman that will make sure they set me up for success. I do well with other doggos, but I can come on strong. I used to live with a doggo that wasn`t always nice to me, and sometimes we had a hard time sharing our things with each other, so a respectful but friendly dog friend would be best. I have lived with cats and like to play with them! I`m good with kiddos too, though, sometimes they can startle me. So older respectful, quieter teens might be better. Unfortunately for me, I have ear and skin issues. This means that I will likely have to be on meds for those things for the rest of my life. Luckily, the great people here have started to treat my ear and skin issues and I am starting to feel a whole lot better! So if you think you have the patience and can afford regular vet care with daily medications, then please apply to adopt me today. I swear I`m the sweetest boy and will make every day worth it!
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Panzer (Underdog)

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 1 yr 1 mo
Windsor, ON
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
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Hi, I`m Panzer! So, you want to know how I ended up here, huh? Well, it`s quite the tail (haha! See what I did there?). You see, I was chasing my tail, as one does, when suddenly, I found myself in a pickle - I`d chased it right into the shelter! Now, I`m no Houdini, but I`m a quick learner. I`m good with kids and other dogs, but cats? That`s uncharted territory! I`m a happy-go-lucky guy, always up for a game of fetch or tug. My goofy antics will keep you laughing all day. If you need a partner in crime who`s as sweet as pie and twice as fun, I`m your guy!I am an underdog because I will need a lot of training and you will need to work with a trainer due to my overexcited mouthing and jumping! Do you think you can handle a big guy like me?
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Nyla

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 1 yr 9 mos
Windsor, ON
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(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
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Hello helllllllllo! My name is Nyla! I am a super fun, bouncy, goofy, and energetic gal ready to rockkkkk and rollllllll and find my forever home! I am quite the character, and have energy for dayssss. I love to bounce around, get goofy and playful, and play with fun toys. I love people, treats, walks, other dogs, toys, you name it, I think everything is fun!! I need some help with training because I don`t always know how to mind my manners. I like to jump on the humans for attention, play with my mouth like a puppy (except I`m quite a big girl), and be nosey and find all the yummy treats and food I can find (but hey, you`ll have your own personal hoover vaccuum!)I need a home that will meet my high energy needs and help guide me to be the most successful girl around town! I am super duper food motivated and know I will add so much joy and fun into your life!See Nyla on Tiktok! https://tinyurl.com/2zzf4u77
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Bella (underdog)

Cane Corso Mastiff

Female, 11 mos
Windsor, ON
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(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
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Hi, I`m Bella! I`m just a young Cane Corso with a heart of pure gold. Being a big girl like myself (even though I`m only 10 months and still have growing to do), this world is so big and scary to me. I get VERY spooked in new situations and environments, especially around loud kiddos or other doggos. I tend to try to move away quickly, give a few scared girl `woof woofs`, and hide behind my person for safety. They did start me on some meds to help me with these big scary fears that I have and they help me A LOT. I`m finding things can actually be really fun, like zooming around the park and playing with toys. WHO KNEW?! Treats are the key to my heart, and gentle encouragement, so I`m really hoping for an owner that has a lot of time to dedicate to helping me realize this world isn`t that scary after all and be comfortable using meds to transition me to my new home.I`m a very smart cookie, and know how to sit and shake paw!! I`m not fond of being home alone because I just love my people so much, so I need a human that has the time to dedicate to a young lady like me. I`ve never been with cats before, and while I used to live with other doggos, I struggled to mind my manners and stole their bones from them a lot, resulting in annoying my friends and causing some sibling rivalry. I`m willing to work on this and share things if you are willing to help teach me not to be a thief. I`d prefer to be the only dog but if you do have dog friends for me...they should be extremely calm and indifferent while I settle into my new home. Kids? Well, I think a home with loud unpredictable ones could spook me a bit. So I might do better with the quieter respectful kind. I am insanely adorable and will come to you a lot for reassurance and comfort. I am very gentle, sweet, and love cuddling. I promise to always make you feel loved and appreciated, and hope you can do the same for me?I am an underdog due to needing more training than most and needing to be on medication in my new home (possibly for life) so my adoption fee is up to you!
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Bellamy (Underdog)

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 11 mos
Windsor, ON
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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Hi there, my name is Bellamy! I am a young, goofy, energetic doggo looking for an adventurous and fun home to blossom in! I started off really shy here, and it`s possible I might still be a little shy in new situations. But I`ve already come out of my shell a lot and once I;m more comfortable (which doesn`t take long), you`ll see a super playful, bouncy, goofball of a dog that wants to be kept busy and get lots and lots of exercise! I am looking for a home with people that have lots of time to dedicate to my high energy needs. I will need lots of exercise, play time, training sessions, and fun enrichment toys to thrive! The humans here said I must go home with another playful and respectful dog friend, as this is a super duper helpful outlet for my puppy energy, and it helps me with my confidence as well. It`s best I don`t go home with kitty cats because I`ve been known to not mind my manners with them and get a bit carried about when I play. This can happen with kiddos too, so older teens might be better. I am young, loving, and very smart. I have great potential and know I can grow to be a well behaved lad. Can you help start me off on the right paw?? You may have noticed i`m a `underdog` adoption this is because I require a patient and understanding adopter to help set me up for success. Luckily this means my adoption fee is up to you!

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P.A.W.S. of Michigan

P.O. Box 2184, Riverview, MI 48193

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Shelter to Home

266 Oak Street, Wyandotte, MI 48192

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Wyandotte Animal Adoption Center

1170 Grove, Wyandotte, MI 48192

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Helping Every Animal Downriver Society Inc.

H.E.A.D.S. P.O. Box 312, Trenton, MI 48183

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Brownstown Animal Shelter

23700 Lillian Dr., Brownstown, MI 48183

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Woodhaven and Trenton Animal Shelter

21860 Van Horn, Woodhaven, MI 48183

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Spark of Love Animal Rescue

Trenton, MI 48183

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P.A.W.E.R - Providing Animals With Emergency Resources

2515 w. Jefferson, Trenton, MI 48183

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Michigan Animal Initiative

Southgate, MI 48195

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Downriver Central Animal Control

14300 Reaume Pkwy, Southgate, MI 48195

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