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My basic info
Breed
Mixed Breed (Medium)
Color
Tan/Yellow/Fawn
Age
5 years 3 months old, Adult
Size
Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg) (when grown)
Weight
55 lbs (current)
Sex
Male
Pet ID
57115516
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Meet Dagwood — a gentle soul with a resilient heart and a whole lot of love to give. Dagwood has come a long way since arriving at our shelter in October of 2024. When he first came in, he was underweight and dealing with chronic skin issues, persistent ear infections, and cloudy eyes. Thanks to our incredible medical team—and the power of medicated baths, biopsies, and a limited-ingredient diet—Dagwood has made huge strides in his recovery. Medical care has been essential, but so has the love and patience poured into him by volunteers, staff, and shelter friends. With consistent kindness and attention, Dagwood has truly started to bloom. Now, he’s ready for the next chapter of his journey: finding his forever home.
What Dagwood Needs in a Home:
A social, similarly sized resident dog (a must!) Dagwood thrives with canine companionship and does best with a confident, friendly dog. He gets along well with dogs both big and small—though he can be a little pushy at times, so a tolerant, playful buddy would be ideal. He mostly just wants to play and steal toys.
A patient adopter Dagwood can be shy with new people and may need a few visits to feel comfortable. Once he trusts you, his affectionate side shines.
No young children Due to his nervousness with new people, Dagwood would do best in an adult-only home or one with older children (12+).
What We’ve Learned from His Time in Foster:
Fully housebroken
Fits in beautifully with a pack of dogs
Loves to cuddle, play, and zoom around
Sleeps through the night on a dog bed
Can warm up to situations that initially worry him (He was nervous around a man in the home at first, but with patience and calm energy, he built trust—and eventually hopped right up on the couch for pets!)
“Stranger danger” can be hit or miss, but calm, steady energy goes a long way—once he feels safe, he’s quick to make friends.
Dagwood’s ideal forever home will offer him time, understanding, and continued support as he keeps healing—emotionally and physically. If you have a social dog looking for a playful, snuggly companion and the heart to help a shy guy feel safe, Dagwood could be your perfect match.
Interested in learning more about Dagwood and the adoption process? Please email the shelter foster team at foster@cuyahogacounty.gov Please note: Dagwood currently resides in a foster home and is not available for same-day meet and greets.
Meet Dagwood — a gentle soul with a resilient heart and a whole lot of love to give. Dagwood has come a long way since arriving at our shelter in October of 2024. When he first came in, he was underweight and dealing with chronic skin issues, persistent ear infections, and cloudy eyes. Thanks to our incredible medical team—and the power of medicated baths, biopsies, and a limited-ingredient diet—Dagwood has made huge strides in his recovery. Medical care has been essential, but so has the love and patience poured into him by volunteers, staff, and shelter friends. With consistent kindness and attention, Dagwood has truly started to bloom. Now, he’s ready for the next chapter of his journey: finding his forever home.
What Dagwood Needs in a Home:
A social, similarly sized resident dog (a must!) Dagwood thrives with canine companionship and does best with a confident, friendly dog. He gets along well with dogs both big and small—though he can be a little pushy at times, so a tolerant, playful buddy would be ideal. He mostly just wants to play and steal toys.
A patient adopter Dagwood can be shy with new people and may need a few visits to feel comfortable. Once he trusts you, his affectionate side shines.
No young children Due to his nervousness with new people, Dagwood would do best in an adult-only home or one with older children (12+).
What We’ve Learned from His Time in Foster:
Fully housebroken
Fits in beautifully with a pack of dogs
Loves to cuddle, play, and zoom around
Sleeps through the night on a dog bed
Can warm up to situations that initially worry him (He was nervous around a man in the home at first, but with patience and calm energy, he built trust—and eventually hopped right up on the couch for pets!)
“Stranger danger” can be hit or miss, but calm, steady energy goes a long way—once he feels safe, he’s quick to make friends.
Dagwood’s ideal forever home will offer him time, understanding, and continued support as he keeps healing—emotionally and physically. If you have a social dog looking for a playful, snuggly companion and the heart to help a shy guy feel safe, Dagwood could be your perfect match.
Interested in learning more about Dagwood and the adoption process? Please email the shelter foster team at foster@cuyahogacounty.gov Please note: Dagwood currently resides in a foster home and is not available for same-day meet and greets.
All dogs are adopted on a first come first adopt basis. We will not hold a dog for anyone. We strongly encourage you to stop down and pay us a visit, as we have many more dogs in our care than are listed on the website. You may visit with our dogs during our normal business hours of: Tuesday through Saturday from 10:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.; Sunday from 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.; closed on Monday.
Remember that before adopting, you must:
Be 18 years of age or older
Have identification showing your current address
Have landlord permission to own a dog if you are a tenant
Meet and greet with any resident dogs or children 9 and under
Adoption Questionnaire
Before you can spend time with a dog, there is a brief questionnaire that you will need to fill out. Our staff will review these questions with you in order to help you decide which dog is the right fit for you, your family, and your lifestyle. This information is confidential and will be used only to assist our staff in determining the best possible placement. Please spend the time necessary to make the best possible decision for you AND the dog you may adopt.
Adoption Fees
The cost to adopt a dog is $95, $170 for a puppy. This includes:
DHLP, Parvo Vaccination, Rabies Vaccination and Bordatella
Heartworm test for age appropriate dogs
Spay/Neuter surgery
Dog license
Microchip
Although dogs receive initial vaccinations from us, please make an appointment to see your veterinarian within ten to 14 days after you take your new dog home for a complete and thorough physical examination, and to continue with vaccinations as necessary.
Adoption Process
All dogs are adopted on a first come first adopt basis. We will not hold a dog for anyone. We strongly encourage you to stop down and pay us a visit, as we have many more dogs in our care than are listed on the website. You may visit with our dogs during our normal business hours of: Tuesday through Saturday from 10:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.; Sunday from 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.; closed on Monday.
Remember that before adopting, you must:
Be 18 years of age or older
Have identification showing your current address
Have landlord permission to own a dog if you are a tenant
Meet and greet with any resident dogs or children 9 and under
Adoption Questionnaire
Before you can spend time with a dog, there is a brief questionnaire that you will need to fill out. Our staff will review these questions with you in order to help you decide which dog is the right fit for you, your family, and your lifestyle. This information is confidential and will be used only to assist our staff in determining the best possible placement. Please spend the time necessary to make the best possible decision for you AND the dog you may adopt.
Adoption Fees
The cost to adopt a dog is $95, $170 for a puppy. This includes:
DHLP, Parvo Vaccination, Rabies Vaccination and Bordatella
Heartworm test for age appropriate dogs
Spay/Neuter surgery
Dog license
Microchip
Although dogs receive initial vaccinations from us, please make an appointment to see your veterinarian within ten to 14 days after you take your new dog home for a complete and thorough physical examination, and to continue with vaccinations as necessary.
Sunday: 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Tuesday through Saturday: 10:30 am to 4:00 pm
Closed Monday
Hours of Operation
Sunday: 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Tuesday through Saturday: 10:30 am to 4:00 pm
Closed Monday
More about this shelter
Where Our Dogs Come From
Cuyahoga County Animal Shelter is a temporary home for dogs that are found on the streets by the county dog wardens. Dogs are held for 72 hours in order for the owner to claim them. After the holding period, unclaimed dogs may be available for adoption.
Where Our Dogs Come From
Cuyahoga County Animal Shelter is a temporary home for dogs that are found on the streets by the county dog wardens. Dogs are held for 72 hours in order for the owner to claim them. After the holding period, unclaimed dogs may be available for adoption.
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