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Puppies and dogs in Wainwright, Alberta

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Shakira

Australian Cattle Dog Shepherd (Unknown Type)

Female, 1 yr 7 mos
Lloydminster, AB
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Not good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet Skakira, affectionately known as Kira! 💕🐾 Kira is a beautiful, intelligent girl who is always ready to learn and have some fun. She is highly food motivated, which makes training sessions extra rewarding, and she is currently working on improving her leash skills. With continued practice and a patient handler, we know she’ll keep making great progress! If there’s one thing Kira absolutely LOVES, it’s water! Give her a pool and a willing playmate, and she’ll happily splash and play with you all afternoon. She also enjoys tug-of-war, squeaky balls, and activities that keep both her body and her clever mind busy. Kira would thrive in an active home where she can continue learning, explore the outdoors, and be included in plenty of adventures. She’s the kind of dog who loves having something fun to do and a person to do it with! Kira has done well with other dogs, but she has shown food guarding around other dogs, so any canine introductions should be thoughtful and supervised, and she should always be fed separately. If you’re looking for a smart, active companion who would happily spend the afternoon playing in the water with you, Kira might just be your girl!
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Maude

American Staffordshire Terrier American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 5 yrs 3 mos
Lloydminster, AB
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Not good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Hi, I'm Maude! If you're looking for a gentle, loving companion to share your days with, I think we might be the perfect match! I'm a sweet girl with a soft soul and an even softer heart, and my favorite place to be is right beside my people. I love soaking up attention and being close to my humans. Whether it's curling up beside you on the couch or enjoying some cuddle time, I’m always happy to be your little shadow. I'm also a wonderful walking companion! I walk beautifully on a leash, love exploring, and take treats with the gentlest little mouth. I'm a smart girl who already knows how to sit and have been working on learning commands like down and stay. I would love a family who will continue helping me learn and grow. I’ve done well with most of the dogs I’ve met here at the shelter, but I can be selective about my canine friends. I also experience some barrier reactivity toward people when I’m in my kennel, so I may bark or react when someone approaches while I’m behind a barrier. Once I’m out of my kennel and spending time with my people, I’m a sweet and loving girl. I haven’t met any cats yet, so we’re still learning how I feel about feline friends. I will come spayed, microchipped, and fully vaccinated, ready to find my forever family. If you’re looking for a loyal, loving companion with a heart full of love to give, I can’t wait to meet you!
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Subwoofer

Mixed Breed (Large)

Male, 8 mos
Lloydminster, AB
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Not good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Hi, I'm Subwoofer! I'm a handsome little puppy with a gentle heart who's still learning that the world isn't such a scary place. New people can make me a bit nervous at first, but with a little patience, kindness, and understanding, I'm slowly learning that humans can be pretty wonderful. One thing that gives me lots of confidence is being around other dogs—I absolutely love them! Having a friendly canine companion in my new home could really help me continue building my confidence and show me that new experiences aren't so frightening. I'm also learning all about leashes. It seems like I may have never been on one before coming to the shelter, so walking on a leash is still very new to me. Right now, I don't quite understand what it's all about, but the shelter staff have been spending lots of time helping me get comfortable with it and teaching me to go outside for potty breaks on a leash. I'm making progress every day, and with a patient family who will continue working with me, I know I'll get there. Because I'm still gaining confidence, I'll do best with a family that understands that I may need a little extra time to settle in. Once I feel safe, you'll get to watch me blossom into the happy, loving dog I was always meant to be. I will come to my new home neutered, microchipped, and fully vaccinated. All I need now is someone willing to believe in me, cheer me on, and help me continue my journey. In return, I promise to give you my whole heart. ❤️
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Comet

Australian Shepherd

Male, 2 mos
Lloydminster, AB
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Not good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet Comet, the gorgeous brown fluff of the litter! With his soft, fluffy appearance and wonderfully sweet personality, Comet has a special way of bringing a calm and cuddly energy to the group. While his siblings are busy creating chaos, racing around, and finding new adventures, Comet is often the one who seems to say, “I'll join in… but let's not get too crazy!” That doesn't mean Comet doesn't know how to have a good time! He absolutely loves playing with his siblings and is always happy to join a good game of puppy wrestling, chasing, or exploring. He enjoys all the fun that comes with being a puppy and certainly isn't afraid to get involved. Watching him play with his brothers and sister is such a joy because he has that perfect puppy balance of being playful without always needing to be the centre of the action. Out of the four siblings, Comet is definitely the calmest of the bunch. While Pluto may be busy looking for his next opportunity for mischief, Galaxy may be chatting away, and Astroid is zooming around at full speed, Comet is perfectly content to enjoy life at his own pace. He has a lovely laid-back personality that makes him such an easy puppy to adore. He can enjoy a fun play session with his siblings and then happily transition into some quiet time once he's ready. There is something incredibly sweet about watching him go from playful puppy to sleepy cuddle bug after a busy day. And when it comes to cuddles, Comet is all in. After spending the day playing, chasing, wrestling, and exploring with his siblings, he absolutely adores settling down for some quality snuggle time. He seems to know that after all that hard work being a puppy, a good cuddle is exactly what he deserves! His fluffy brown coat only adds to his cuddly appearance, and it's hard not to want to scoop him up and give him a big hug. Comet has that sweet, comforting presence that makes you want to sit down, relax, and spend some time with him. He is the kind of puppy who can bring fun into your day without bringing quite as much chaos as some of his siblings. He enjoys being part of the family and being involved in the action, but he also appreciates those quieter moments when he can simply be close to his people. Comet has such a wonderful combination of playfulness, calmness, sweetness, and affection. He knows how to have fun when it's time to play, but he also knows when it's time to slow down and enjoy a cuddle. His future family will get the best of both worlds—a playful puppy to enjoy adventures with and a fluffy cuddle buddy to curl up with afterward. Comet's specialties: sibling playtime, being the calm one, post-playtime cuddles, fluffy naps, and making everyone fall in love with his sweet nature!
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Groot

Shepherd (Unknown Type) Mixed Breed (Large)

Male, 4 yrs 11 mos
Lloydminster, AB
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Not good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
I’m what they call a gentle giant, and honestly, I think that fits me pretty well. I’ve got a big heart to match my big size, and my absolute favorite thing in the world is being close to my humans. If you’ve got love to give, I’m already yours. One of my specialties? Rolling right over onto my back so you can give me all the tummy scratches. I take my belly rubs very seriously—they’re kind of my love language. When I first arrived at the shelter, I really wasn't comfortable around other dogs. Thanks to lots of time, patience, and carefully managed introductions, I've made some amazing progress! I've successfully met a few of the other dogs here, and those introductions have gone really well. Because of that, we've learned that I'm dog selective. I can do well with some dogs, but I'm still not the biggest fan of every dog I meet, so any potential canine companion would need a proper meet-and-greet to make sure we're a good match. I have a high prey drive, which means I will chase cats and other small animals, so I would do best in a home without them. I am neutered, microchipped, and fully vaccinated. Now all I need is a forever family to share my love, my goofy personality, and plenty of belly rubs with!
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Cisco

Rottweiler Bullmastiff

Male, 2 yrs 9 mos
Lloydminster, AB
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Hi, I’m Cisco! I may be new here, but I’m no stranger to shelter life. I’ve been waiting for my family since December 2025, and I’m really hoping my person is out there looking for me! I’m an easygoing, extremely loving, and loyal boy who absolutely adores my people. I’m attentive, affectionate, and happiest when I’m right by your side. I’m the kind of dog who will rest his head on your lap after a long day, follow you from room to room just to be close, and greet you with those soft eyes that say it all. I’m also an excellent walking buddy! I walk nicely on leash and would love to join you for morning walks, adventures, and plenty of exploring. I’ve put on a few extra pounds while waiting for my family, so I’m ready to start a fitness journey with someone who can help me get back to a healthy weight. Treats are one of my favourite things, though, so we’ll have to find the right balance! When I’m not out walking, you can find me enjoying car rides, cuddles, treats, and showing my people just how much I love them. I would do best in a home without cats or small dogs because I do have a prey drive. I may be open to living with another dog, but I would need to meet them first to make sure we’re a good match. I absolutely love people and would be happy to be part of a family with children. One thing my new family should know is that I like to mark my territory. When I first arrive somewhere new, I’ll need consistent guidance and supervision to help me understand that marking isn’t appropriate in the home. I’m a smart boy who really wants to please, so we’re confident I’ll catch on quickly with patience and consistency. I’m neutered, vaccinated, and microchipped, and I’ve been waiting a long time for someone to finally choose me.

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Aurora Dog Rescue

box 2772, Lloydminster, AB T0B 2P0

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits

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Border Paws Animal Shelter

5206 63 St, Lloydminster, AB T9V 3A6

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

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