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Puppies and dogs in Auburn, Indiana

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Auburn, Indiana. To learn more about each adoptable dog, click on the "i" icon for fast facts, or their photo or name for full details.
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Sky

American Pit Bull Terrier Labrador Retriever

Female, Puppy
Auburn, IN
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Sky is a 9 month old female puppy. She is very affectionate house trained and loves everyone. She is a little shy around other dogs but hasn’t shown any aggression. She needs a home that has time to spend with her. She is crate trained as well
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Shirley

Corgi Husky

Female, 1 yr 1 mo
AUBURN, IN
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
An adoption application can be filled out on the DHS website https://www.dekalbhumanesociety.org/adopt. Dog adoption fees are $250.00 for all puppies and adult dogs. Seniors are a donation of choice.Cats and kittens are minimum donation $50.00
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Riley

Australian Cattle Dog Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 3 yrs 6 mos
AUBURN, IN
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Shots are up-to-date,
Story
An adoption application can be filled out on the DHS website https://www.dekalbhumanesociety.org/adopt. Dog adoption fees are $250.00 for all puppies and adult dogs. Seniors are a donation of choice.Cats and kittens are minimum donation $50.00
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Twix

Golden Retriever Poodle (Standard)

Female, 4 yrs 3 mos
AUBURN, IN
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
🍫 Meet Twix! A Sweet Soul Just Waiting to Feel Safe! ❤️Twix is a sweet girl who deserves a chance to discover just how good life can be! She was surrendered to Loyal K9 after her breeding days were over and was later transferred to DeKalb Humane Society. Now, she's hoping her next chapter will be a little different — one filled with love, comfort, and a family of her own.Twix is a bit more skittish than her friend Casey, and new people and situations can feel a little overwhelming for her. But if you take a moment to look past that nervousness, you'll see a girl who really does want love. She just needs a little help finding the courage to accept it. ❤️Twix has a sweet soul, and you can tell there's a loving little dog in there who wants to feel safe and connect with someone. She'll need a patient person who understands that trust takes time and who will let her come out of her shell at her own pace.She's also a little shorter and more compact than Casey, but don't let her smaller stature fool you — this girl has a whole lot of sweetness waiting to bloom!After her time as a breeding dog, Twix deserves to learn that the world can be a kind place, that gentle hands can be trusted, and that she can finally have a person who puts her first.Twix doesn't need someone to rush her. She needs someone willing to give her a chance. ❤️ If you have a little patience and a lot of love to offer, come meet Twix at DeKalb Humane Society. Let's help this sweet girl find the safe, loving home she deserves! 🐾An adoption application can be filled out on the DHS website https://www.dekalbhumanesociety.org/adopt. Dog adoption fees are $250.00 for all puppies and adult dogs. Seniors are a donation of choice.Cats and kittens are minimum donation $50.00
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Mocha

German Shepherd Dog Hound (Unknown Type)

Female, 8 mos
AUBURN, IN
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
☕🐾 Meet Mocha! 🐾☕Mocha is a 7-month-old, 30-pound hound mix who is looking for a second chance at the happily-ever-after she deserves! ❤️Mocha was adopted as a puppy, but she has found her way back to the shelter because she didn't receive the training she needed. She's still a young girl with so much potential, and with the right home, consistency, and guidance, she has plenty of time to grow into an amazing companion.As a hound mix, Mocha will need a home that understands the hound lifestyle! That means giving her opportunities to explore, sniff, stay active, and use her nose, along with providing the training and enrichment she needs to thrive. She's a sweet girl who deserves more than just a place to live — she deserves a home that understands her needs and is willing to help her succeed.Mocha is an amazing girl with so much life ahead of her. She just needs someone willing to give her a chance and help her become the best dog she can be. 🐶💕Please don't let her return to the shelter be the end of her story. Give Mocha the chance to grow up in a home that loves her, guides her, and gives her the life she deserves! 🏡❤️An adoption application can be filled out on the DHS website https://www.dekalbhumanesociety.org/adopt. Dog adoption fees are $250.00 for all puppies and adult dogs. Seniors are a donation of choice.Cats and kittens are minimum donation $50.00
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Sapphire

Husky Shepherd (Unknown Type)

Female, 2 yrs
AUBURN, IN
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
💎 Meet Sapphire!*💙Sapphire is a beautiful Shepherd/Husky mix with a heart as lovely as her name! This sweet girl came to the shelter through no fault of her own when her family could no longer provide the care she needed. Now, Sapphire is looking for a fresh start and a family who will give her the forever home she deserves.And when we say this girl is sweet, we mean SOOOOO sweet! 🥹❤️ Sapphire is the kind of girl who makes you wonder how anyone could resist her. She has so much love to give, and we would love to see her find a family who will cherish her and make her part of their lives for good.Sapphire has some wonderful qualities that make her an exciting addition to the right home! She's housetrained, gets along with other dogs, is good with cats, and has done well with kids. She's got a lot going for her, and now she just needs someone willing to give her a chance.As a Shepherd/Husky mix, Sapphire will benefit from a family who understands the needs of these intelligent, active breeds. She'll need exercise, mental enrichment, and time to be part of the family. Whether it's going for walks, exploring the outdoors, or simply spending time with her favorite people, she deserves a life where she's included, loved, and given the opportunity to thrive.Surrendering a pet is never easy, and Sapphire's life has changed through no fault of her own. Through it all, she deserves the chance to start over with a family who can provide the care, commitment, and love she needs. She has so much potential to be a wonderful lifelong companion, and we hope her next family sees just how special she is.Sapphire is ready to leave the shelter behind and begin her next chapter. All she needs is someone to give her that chance. Could you be the person who shows Sapphire that a new beginning can be a beautiful thing? 💙🏡An adoption application can be filled out on the DHS website https://www.dekalbhumanesociety.org/adopt. Dog adoption fees are $250.00 for all puppies and adult dogs. Seniors are a donation of choice.Cats and kittens are minimum donation $50.00

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Dog shelters and rescues in Auburn, Indiana

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

Here are a few organizations closest to you:

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Dekalb Humane Society, Inc

5730 COUNTY ROAD 11A, AUBURN, IN 46706

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Canine Haven Rescue, Inc

WATERLOO, IN 46793

Pet Types: dogs

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GREAT LAKES WESTIE RESCUE, INC.

GARRETT, IN 46738

Pet Types: dogs

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Heartland Cavalier Connection Inc

Fort Wayne, IN 46845

Pet Types: dogs

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Humane Society of Noble County, Inc.

1305 Sherman Street, Kendallville, IN 46755

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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Perfectly Palmer Pet Rescue & Outreach

Churubusco, IN 46723

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Perfect Paws Pet Rescue, Inc.

PO Box 15868, Fort Wayne, IN 46885

Pet Types: dogs

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SHADAROBAH HORSE RESCUE INC

PO Box 15323, Fort Wayne, IN 46885

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

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Humane Fort Wayne

901 St Francis Dr, Fort Wayne, IN 46808

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Fort Wayne Animal Care & Control

3020 Hillegas Road, Fort Wayne, IN 46808

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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