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Puppies and dogs in Madison, Alabama

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Madison, Alabama. 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 Ekko's adoption status with email updates.
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Ekko

Catahoula Leopard Dog Australian Shepherd

Male, 6 yrs
Huntsville, AL
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs special attention, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Hi, I'm Ekko!! I'm a strikingly handsome guy, and truth be told I do have a bit of a silly side with my close friends. I've been here at the Ark for few years now because you see I do have a few peculiarities that make it a bit challenging to find the perfect home for me. I have boundaries so I tend to guard things and I take a while to get to know and trust new people. Even though I can be a bit of a handful, I'm not mean natured and just love a good head scratch and belly rub from my friends! The perfect home for me would be one that I could have it all to myself and my adult people, no kids or cats please! As much as I do love the Ark and how great they care for me, I really do want to have a home of my own. I just need a family that is experienced with special dogs like me and I promise I'll work hard to prove just how fabulous I am!! Ark Rescue dogs are available for adoption to homes in the Alabama and Tennessee Valley area only. We do require a secure fenced-in yard to adopt our larger dogs.
We'll also keep you updated on Rosie's adoption status with email updates.
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Rosie

Boxer Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 4 yrs 8 mos
Huntsville, AL
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Not good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Hi I'm Rosie! I'm an active 5 year old gal who loves to go for walks with the volunteers. I'd love to have a person who could spend time to bring me to training and help me learn all the things I didn't get to learn when I was little. Now that I'm an 'adult', I know just what kind of family would be best for me: since I can be a bit picky with other dogs, and guarded with my space, so I'd be best as the only dog in the family. Cats are probably not a good idea either! Even though I have a couple of special living needs, I'm a great gal who just needs a family to prove it to! When I arrived at the Ark, we played the 'guess what breed I am' game, and the most guesses were that I'm a Boxer mix, but I know that's just a guess - I know what I am, I'm a Purebred Mix-Breed!! **Ark Rescue dogs are available for adoption to homes in the Alabama and Tennessee Valley area only. We do require a secure fenced-in yard to adopt our larger dogs. Here's what the Ark volunteers say about me: Rosie is a very active dog and is protective of her space. She will do best in a home with someone that is active. She would benefit from some dog training. She needs to be in a home without any other dogs. She walks on leash well most of the time and loves to run and play. She is a good snuggles!
We'll also keep you updated on Skye's adoption status with email updates.
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Skye

Staffordshire Bull Terrier Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 3 yrs 9 mos
Huntsville, AL
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained,
Story
Hi I'm Skye! See that big smile of mine? Well, I wear that big smile whenever I'm around my human friends - I just LOVE my humans!!! I'm also a pretty expert tail wagger and if you give me a belly rub, I'll follow you anywhere! Best of all - I'm 100% housetrained!! At 3 1/2 years old and about 45pounds, I'm a wonderful age and size to fit right next to you and watch a good movie, because I love to be mellow and cuddle! I'll even let you pick whatever movie you want - all I need is to be your only movie buddy, I don't like cats to cut into our time together. When I arrived at the Ark, we played the 'guess what breed I am' game, the most guesses were that I'm a Staffy Bull Terrier Lab mix, but I know that's just a guess - I know what I am, I'm a Purebred Mix-Breed!! **Ark Rescue dogs are available for adoption to homes in the Alabama and Tennessee Valley area only. We do require a secure fenced-in yard to adopt our larger dogs.
We'll also keep you updated on Cody's adoption status with email updates.
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Cody

Retriever (Unknown Type) Labrador Retriever

Male, 7 yrs 2 mos
Huntsville, AL
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
Hi, I'm Cody! The folks here at the Ark all know that I'm a sweet talkin' and very handsome special kinda fella who has impeccable manners ! I have a bit of a silly side, but know when to get down to business partner (as you can see in my Sherriff uniform picture!). I'm friendly and active guy, and just love to play with toys with my volunteer friends and I especially like it when they take me for walks. But here's the best part - I also have a soft mellow relaxed side. I'm the best of both worlds! As a matter of fact, on a scale of 1 to 10, I'm an 11!! Being a mature guy, I know what I like, and I like people! On the other hand, cats I'm just not too fond of, but we can work that out. As much as I love the people here at the Ark, I've been here a very long time just hoping to have a family of my own. I'm a bit allergic to a few kinds of food, but that's not a big deal, I just need a certain kind of food and I'm good to go! Way back when I arrived at the Ark, we played the 'guess what breed I am' game, and the most guesses were that I'm a Retriever/Lab mix, but I know that's just a guess - I know what I am, I'm a Purebred Mix-Breed!!
We'll also keep you updated on Zoe's adoption status with email updates.
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Zoe

American Staffordshire Terrier

Female, 4 yrs 6 mos
Huntsville, AL
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Needs experienced adopter, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Hi I'm Zoe!! I'm a pretty brindle gal, just about 4-5 years old and a fit 40 pounds. I've had a bit of a rocky start in life, not because I'm a bad girl, but because not everyone is as kind to us fur-kids as they should be. I saw a T-shirt on someone visiting the Ark that pretty well sums me up - it said 'I like dogs more than I like people'. Well, I'm the complete opposite - I love people more than I like dogs!!! Now, don't get me wrong, I do like some dogs, but some I just don't have any patience with, and I prefer women to men most of the time but I do make exceptions! I'm not a gal who wants to live in the past, I just need someone to love me the way I deserve to be loved, focus on the future with me and not the past, and I promise I'll be a love-bug forever!! When I arrived at the Ark, we played the 'guess what breed I am' game, and the most guesses were that I'm an American Staffy mix, but I know that's just a guess - I know what I am, I'm a Purebred Mix-Breed!! ** Ark Rescue dogs are available for adoption to homes in the Alabama and Tennessee Valley area only. We do require a secure fenced-in yard to adopt our larger dogs.
We'll also keep you updated on Rocky's adoption status with email updates.
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Rocky

Mountain Cur Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 11 mos
Huntsville, AL
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Hi I'm Rocky! My brother Oscar and sister Missy are also here at the Ark with me. I'm the 'big brother' of the three of us and we're lucky that we have each other to play with, and we sure do love to play! But the truth is, we really all want our own home and family to grow up with. I'm shy at first because I wasn't around people much when I was little, but once I get to know you, I'm a big playful wanna-be lap dog! I just need a little time to warm up before I get my playful gear in motion. I love to spend time with the volunteers, and go for walks and play and I love meeting and playing with other dogs too! I was really lucky and got spend a couple of weekends at one of the Ark volunteers home, and got to show off how well behaved I am and that I'm even housebroken already! When I arrived at the Ark, we played the 'guess what breed I am' game, and the most guesses were that I'm a Cur mix, but I know that's just a guess - I know what I am, I'm a Purebred Mix-Breed!! And if you don't know what a Cur is - you sure have been missing out, good thing you found me because we're awesome dogs!! Check this out (from Google): Are cur dogs good family pets? Cur: Dog Breed Characteristics & Care Their energy, intelligence, and tenacity make them loyal workers and companions, while their desire to bond with humans makes them great family dogs. **Ark Rescue dogs are available for adoption to homes in the Alabama and Tennessee Valley area only. We do require a secure fenced-in yard to adopt our larger dogs.

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Dog shelters and rescues in Madison, Alabama

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

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Little Big Paws Rescue

Madison, AL 35758

Pet Types: dogs

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Madison City Police Department - Animal Control

100 Hughes Rd, Madison, AL 35758

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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DIY Rescue

Madison, AL 35758

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Connie’s Canine Rescue

Madison, AL 35758

Pet Types: dogs

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Madison Animal Rescue Foundation (Madison ARF)

P. O. Box 2486, Madison, AL 35758

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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The Ark, Inc

139 Bo Cole Road Northwest, Huntsville, AL 35806

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Southern Skies Labrador Rescue & Adoption, Inc. - AL Chapter

P. O. Box 8810, Huntsville, AL 35808

Pet Types: dogs

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Huntsville Animal Services

4950 Triana Blvd, Huntsville, AL 35805

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

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Australian Shepherds Furever - Huntsville, Alabama Chapter

PO Box 1676, Huntsville, AL 35805

Pet Types: dogs

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Greater Huntsville Humane Society

2812 Johnson Road SW, Huntsville, AL 35805

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

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