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Lakeshore PAWS Dog rescue in Valparaiso, IN

Lakeshore PAWS is a volunteer-run, nonprofit 501(c) 3 organization in Porter County, Indiana. Our vision is to create a culture of compassion and partnership in Northwest Indiana that will one day assure that every pet born has a stable home and care throughout its natural life.

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Address
4611 Evans Ave
Valparaiso, IN 46383
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4611 Evans Ave

Valparaiso, IN 46383

Hours of Operation

Sunday: 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Wednesday: 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Thursday: 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Friday: 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Saturday: 11:00 am - 3:00 pm

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Adoptable pets at Lakeshore PAWS

We'll also keep you updated on Hope's adoption status with email updates.
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Hope

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, Adult
Valparaiso, IN
We'll also keep you updated on Benjamin's adoption status with email updates.
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Benjamin

Doberman Pinscher/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, Adult
Valparaiso, IN
We'll also keep you updated on Starlight's adoption status with email updates.
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Starlight

Labrador Retriever/Boxer

Female, Adult
Valparaiso, IN
We'll also keep you updated on Dahlia's adoption status with email updates.
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Dahlia

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, Adult
Valparaiso, IN
We'll also keep you updated on Cassie's adoption status with email updates.
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Cassie

American Pit Bull Terrier/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, Adult
Valparaiso, IN
We'll also keep you updated on Flapjack's adoption status with email updates.
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Flapjack

German Shepherd Dog/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, Puppy
Valparaiso, IN
We'll also keep you updated on Gumball's adoption status with email updates.
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Gumball

Fox Terrier (Smooth)/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, Adult
Valparaiso, IN
We'll also keep you updated on Herman's adoption status with email updates.
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Herman

Shepherd (Unknown Type)/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, Adult
Valparaiso, IN

Rescue FAQs

Northwest Indiana, Lake county, Porter County, LaPorte County

We are located in Valparaiso, Indiana.

  • 1. Submit Application
  • 2. Approve Application
  • 3. Visit the Facility and Find a Pet
  • 4. Take the Pet Home
  • 5. Sign Adoption Contract
  • 6. Pay Fee

Additional adoption info

PUPPIES

Any dog that is younger than 1 year old is considered a puppy. They come with age-appropriate vaccines, are dewormed, microchipped, on heartworm preventative, and if age allows spay/neutered. If they are not old enough to have the procedure done, we do require a $100 deposit which is refunded once the surgery is done. We require the spay/neuter to be done at 6 months and can schedule it at one of our vets if you wish to not use your own vet. If you do decide to go to your own vet, once proof of procedure is done, a refund can be issued. Puppy adoption fees are $350 + $100 refundable deposit.

ADULTS

Adult dogs are dogs that are ages 1 – 6 years old. They come with vaccinations (Bordetella, Rabies, Distemper), are dewormed, on heartworm prevention, microchipped, heartworm tested, and spay/neutered. Upon intake, they also have an initial wellness exam to screen for any pre-existing conditions. Their adoption fee is $300.

SENIORS

Senior dogs are dogs that are 7 years old and up. They come with vaccinations (Bordetella, Rabies, Distemper), are dewormed, on heartworm prevention, microchipped, heartworm tested, and if age allows spay/neutered. Upon intake, they also have an initial wellness exam to screen for any pre-existing conditions. Their adoption fee is $100.

Adoption application

https://lakeshorepaws.org/adopt/

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We'll also keep you updated on Leslie's adoption status with email updates.
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Leslie

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 10 yrs 1 mo
Bourbonnais, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Meeney's adoption status with email updates.
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Meeney

Domestic Shorthair/Domestic Mediumhair

Male, Kitten
Munster, IN
We'll also keep you updated on Souku's adoption status with email updates.
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Souku

Ferret

Female, 3 yrs 1 mo
Lyons, IL
We'll also keep you updated on PYT (Pretty Young Thing)'s adoption status with email updates.
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PYT (Pretty Young Thing)

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 1 yr 6 mos
South Bend, IN
We'll also keep you updated on Lorilei's adoption status with email updates.
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Lorilei

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Young
Lowell, IN
We'll also keep you updated on Skylar's adoption status with email updates.
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Skylar

Mixed Breed (Medium)/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, Puppy
Gary, IN

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