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Puppies and dogs in Lancaster, Pennsylvania

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. 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 Trooper's adoption status with email updates.
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Trooper

Shepherd (Unknown Type)

Male, Young
Lititz, PA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with cats, Needs special attention, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Trooper is a loving dog, but he has some fears. He is scared of going outside and needs a house with a fenced in yard to help him acclimate. He does not like loud noises. He also gets very energetic inside the house and needs to be around children older than 5. He is playful but sometimes too much and does not realize his size when he runs around.
We'll also keep you updated on Cubbie's adoption status with email updates.
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Cubbie

German Shepherd Dog

Male, Young
Lititz, PA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet cubbie! He’s a loving best friend who loves attention even when you don’t ask for it. He loves walks, playing fetch, and finding toys hidden around the house. We adopted cub from an old roommate who never cared for him and was not trained. We wanted to give him the best home and we did until we are now moving and I want him to find his forever home. It breaks my heart but I know there is someone out there for him who he can play with everyday. He loves to stay busy and always comes by you on the couch to drop the ball on your lap so he can run after it. He will follow you everywhere whether you want him to or not. He’s a personal shadow. You can’t help but live his goofy personality.
We'll also keep you updated on Apollo's adoption status with email updates.
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Apollo

Mastiff

Male, Adult
Lititz, PA
Size
(when grown) X-Large 101 lbs (46 kg) or more
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Our English mastiff is 5 years old. He would fit best in a household with no small children or other dogs. We do have a cat and they get along fine. He has been nipping at our young children which is why we are trying to rehome him. He has never bitten anyone to draw blood.
We'll also keep you updated on Pachi's adoption status with email updates.
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Pachi

Mixed Breed (Small) Mutt

Female, 2 yrs 2 mos
Columbia, PA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
This adorable, spunky, silly girl is heartbroken because she has absolutely zero interest from anyone wanting to adopt her. She has now set the record for the longest dog in our foster program. Pachi has been with us for a year and a half and prior to our rescue she had been in a shelter for several months. Pachi is the cutest little dog with the coolest ears. She is much smaller than she appears in her photos. (Under 30lbs). Pachi is a true gem, and we can't explain how lucky her person will be once they find each other. She's shown incredible growth but needs a home with structure and routine to continue to grow. Pachi finds joy in the simple pleasures of life, like chasing a toy or curling up on the couch and loves to share blueberries and bananas for breakfast with her foster mom. Pachi is most comfortable with women but is open to anyone with a soft side. She would do best with an adult-only home, or with older children. Pachi likes to be the center of attention, so no other pets. She is not a fan of felines. Pachi prefers a home with a fenced in yard to run around in. We know that her person/people are out there, but we need your help to find this deserving girl her much deserved forever home. Please share. We would like Pachi to stay within Central PA or if the perfect home is found we would consider someone further away. “Dogs have a way of finding the people who need them and filling the emptiness we didn’t ever know we had.” - Thom Jones
We'll also keep you updated on Tanner's adoption status with email updates.
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Tanner

Bloodhound

Male, Adult
Mount Joy, PA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Tanner is a 8 year old Bloodhound rescue mix approx. 65lbs.He is a loving old man who needs a quiet home and would love a yard to explore. He loves being outside, and does great on car rides. He is a gentle giant that, loves other people and does well with both cats and other dogs. He is housetrained, and crate trained. He can be goofy at times, but is very laid back. He enjoys doing his own thing most days, which includes observing everything and sleeping in the sun. Although Tanner is a good boy, he does have some quarks to him. We suggest that if you have other dogs or animals, you feed him in a separate room where the other animals are not able to bother him. The same goes with children. He enjoys that time to himself. Tanner, does not like children which has led him to this path. We would like someone to adopt him that has no children living in the house. Unfortunately, the situation he is in now is not ideal for him. He is a good boy, that deserves to live out his golden years.
We'll also keep you updated on Milo's adoption status with email updates.
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Milo

Jack Russell Terrier

Male, Young
Ephrata, PA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
I rescued Milo when he ran across a busy highway in front of my daughter. He was raw under his belly, from his neck all the way back to his tail. He is a sweet lovey dog who loves attention, has a lot of energy, but does like to be loved. He is housebroken but still has accidents from time to time, he is also not neutered, but would be willing to possibly contribute financially for that to be done. He has a brother named Otis who is a little older, but would like if they could stay together however will consider them being adopted separately.

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Dog shelters and rescues in Lancaster, Pennsylvania

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

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Pet Pantry of Lancaster County (Pa)

26 Millersville Road, Lancaster, PA 17603

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Lancaster C.A.R.E.S.

237 Centerville Rd, Suite 2, Lancaster, PA 17603

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

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The Pennsylvania SPCA - Lancaster

848 S Prince Street, Lancaster, PA 17603

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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PA Boxer Rescue

P.O. Box 826, Lancaster, PA 17608

Pet Types: dogs

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Organization for Responsible Care of Animals

608 N. Lime Street, Lancaster, PA 17520

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Operation Scarlet Inc.

P.O. Box 8463, Lancaster, PA 17604

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Humane League of Lancaster County

2195 Lincoln Highway East, Lancaster, PA 17602

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Golden Angels Retriever Rescue

po box 68, Silver Spring, PA 17575

Pet Types: dogs

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Blue Ridge Bull Terrier Club, Inc.

Lititz, PA 17543

Pet Types: dogs

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