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

Punkin/Bowzer

American Pit Bull Terrier Beagle

Male, Young

Charlestown, IN

Size

(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,

Story

Punkin is a very sweet high energy boy who gets along well with other dogs. He does ok with kids but doesn’t realize how big he is and can be intimidating. He was born in Dec 2020. He needs a large fenced yard to play freely in. He is very closely bonded with Bowzer, also 5 (March 2020) who is a beagle/boston terrier mix. I prefer they be adopted together if possible.

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Titus - Paws Behind Bars

Siberian Husky

Male, 4 yrs

Louisville, KY

Size

(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

TITUS came into rescue from a hoarding case. He was somewhat under-socialized and had never been off of the owner's property. At 4 years old and around 65 pounds, this boy is like a blossoming flower! He is absorbing everything his dog trainer in the Paws Behind Bars Prison Training Program is teaching him and is morphing into a friendly, playful, wonderful companion dog! He is good with other dogs of all sizes and is house trained / potty trained and knows obedience commands such as "down, touch, sit, wait" and more! He would love a fenced in yard where he can run and play and an owner that knows the Husky breed would be helpful! He has not been destructive in our care like some in this breed can be. Titus is a beautiful boy and deserves a family that will give him attention and take him on walks / hikes. Yes he loves the snow and has had a good time this winter since there has been plenty of it! If you think you might be a good match for Titus, please contact us at email - blueridgerescue@aol.com

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Gingersnap

Shepherd (Unknown Type) Golden Retriever

Female, 4 mos

Louisville, KY

Size

(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

GINGERSNAP is a fun-loving, friendly puppy who is the last pup available in her litter. Her mother was a Golden Retriever / Poodle mix and dad was a wandering spirit. Gingersnap has a fun, friendly temperament and will make a wonderful family companion. She currently weighs in about 15 pounds and will grown to a nice medium size. As a young puppy, Gingersnap is looking for a family who will support her growth and skills such as potty training and basic obedience. This pretty girl will be an wonderful addition to most family makeups looking for best friend material to grow up with! To inquire or for an application, please email us at blueridgerescue@aol.com

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Cotton Candy

Jack Russell Terrier

Female, 3 mos

Louisville, KY

Size

(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Cotton Candy is one in a litter of 8 puppies! Momma is a small girl at only 25 pounds and is brown and white Heinz 57 mix. Cotton Candy seems to be following in that same size range. At 14 weeks and about 9 pounds, this little cutie is a bit shy at first when meeting strangers. With structure, love, socialization and obedience training she will turn out to be wonderful, well adjusted adult. Cotton Candy is looking for that patient family that will love and grow with her. She is absolutely precious and snuggle size! It's time for her to fly the coup and grow up with her very own wonderful family! To inquire or for an application, please email to blueridgerescue@aol.com

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WI/Maple

Brittany

Female, Young

Prospect, KY

Size

(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)

Details

Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs special attention, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Maple is a 2.5-year-old French Brittany who packs a whole lot of charm into her perfect 25-pound frame. Her foster family lovingly calls her “Meatball,” and honestly…it fits. She’s adorable, goofy, snuggly, and absolutely devoted to her people. Maple LOVES car rides, plush toys, and curling up next to you for belly rubs. She didn’t get much freedom or enrichment in her early life and likely spent most of her time in a kennel, so she came to us needing a refresher on potty training and some basic house habits. She’s made steady progress but still needs a patient family willing to keep her routine consistent. She can be a bit curious and may check out items that aren’t technically “hers,” so keeping tempting things out of reach and offering plenty of dog-safe toys will set her up for success. Maple does well in her kennel when her people are out of the house. She may give a little protest bark at first (she just has to make sure you know she has notes), but she settles down and rests quietly once she realizes she’s safe. Maple is not a dog that can live with or closely interact with other dogs. Through training, she has made progress in calmly seeing dogs at a distance with positive reinforcement, but pushing those interactions too quickly can cause anxiety for her. For her comfort and safety, she must be an only dog, and a fenced-in yard (ideally privacy fenced) would suit her best so she can explore and enjoy the outdoors stress-free. She’s playful, affectionate, and incredibly people-oriented. Maple has mastered “sit", and is working on more tricks, but needs a little patience since she isn’t very food motivated. Maple is spayed, current on vaccinations, heartworm negative, and microchipped. Now she’s just waiting for a family who sees how special she is and can give her the structure, love, and dog-free home she deserves. Maple is currently in foster care in Wisconsin and has an adoption donation fee of $400. If you are interested in adopting her and have been approved to adopt, let your state coordinator know you are interested in her. If you haven’t yet done so, please go to: https://www.nbran.org/adopt/adoption-application to fill out an application. Your state coordinator will contact you and take you through the approval process. If your application looks like a possible fit for her, your coordinator will contact Maple’s coordinator and continue the screening process. Maple’s state coordinator is Hallie Barbara. She can be reached at Minnesotabrittany@gmail.com for questions or inquires. Thank you for considering this sweet girl. December 15, 2025, 9:27 am

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Jovie

Greyhound Labrador Retriever

Female, Adult

Prospect, KY

Size

(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)

Details

Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Jovie is a 4-year-old Lab/Greyhound mix that we adopted as a puppy from the Louisville ASPCA. She was originally rescued from the floods in Eastern Kentucky, and she’s been a loved part of our family ever since. Over the last few years our lives have changed a lot — we welcomed a baby, are expecting another soon, and recently relocated. With everything going on, we’ve realized that Jovie needs more exercise, engagement, and one-on-one attention than we’re able to give her right now, and we want to find her a home where she can truly thrive. Jovie is very smart, affectionate, and incredibly kind with people; she's been great with our child. She has a lot of energy and does best when mentally and physically engaged. Like many smart dogs, she can become anxious or reactive when bored or overstimulated, so she would do best with an experienced owner who can give her consistent activity and structure.

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Dog shelters and rescues in Charlestown, Indiana

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MidAmerica Border Collie Rescue Kentucky

Goshen, KY 40026

Pet Types: dogs

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Blue Ridge Animal Rescue & Sanctuary

Louisville, KY 40026

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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MidAmerica Border Collie Rescue - Kentucky

Goshen, KY 40026

Pet Types: dogs

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The Arrow Fund

PO Box 1127, Prospect, KY 40059

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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NBRAN Kentucky

Prospect, KY 40059

Pet Types: dogs

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Purrfect Friends for Adoption, Inc.

PO Box 2134, Clarksville, IN 47131

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Southern Indiana Animal Rescue

514 Camp Creek Road, New Washington, IN 47162

Pet Types: dogs

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Australian Shepherds Furever - Louisville, Kentucky Chapter

Louisville, KY 40241

Pet Types: dogs

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SCRAPS Shelter Canine Rescue and Placement Services

Clarksville, IN 47129

Pet Types: dogs

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Louisville Weimaraner Rescue

1129 Windsor Dr, Jeffersonville, IN 47130

Pet Types: dogs

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Ibizan Hound Icelandic Sheepdog Irish Setter Irish Terrier Irish Water Spaniel Irish Wolfhound Italian Greyhound Italian Spinone Jack Russell Terrier Japanese Chin Jindo

Kai Dog Karelian Bear Dog Keeshond Kerry Blue Terrier Kishu Komondor Kuvasz Kyi Leo Labradoodle Labrador Retriever Lakeland Terrier Lancashire Heeler Leonberger Lhasa Apso Löwchen

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