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Puppies and dogs in Charlestown, Indiana

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Bao

German Shepherd Dog Collie

Male, Puppy
Charlestown, IN
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
My dog recently had a litter of puppies before I was able to get her spayed. I am looking for good homes for each of them. Bao is a fun loving puppy with lots of excitement and energy. He is very curious and loves to play. He would do well with someone who takes him on long walks and spends plenty of time with him. Bao is vaccinated, dewormed, beginning to potty train, beginning behavioral training and comes with a toy, leash, collar, some puppy food, and a blanket with mom and siblings’ scent. He will be old enough for his new home on April 30th.
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Buddy

Hound (Unknown Type) Alaskan Malamute

Male, 8 yrs 11 mos
Louisville, KY
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Our little dude Buddy is such a character! Buddy is around 8 years of age and is by no means considered "an old man." He's got plenty of spring in his step and is always ready to take a walk and adventure out and about! He's so super sweet and recently went to the vet for a dental! He freely gave kisses to his vet staff and came back with clean teeth and a happy attitude! Buddy's foster is his third home that we know. His first owner passed away and then went to a member of the family. That family had too many dogs (about 20) and needed to find a better situation for Buddy which landed him in rescue. Buddy is a smaller dog at only 23 pounds. His coat is thick and a little course. We're not quite sure what his mix is but those gorgeous blue eyes are stunning! He's great with children, dogs and has been exposed to cats. We'd love to see him find a family soon! If you can't adopt, please share Buddy's post! If you'd like to meet / adopt - email to blueridgerescue@aol.com
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Tinsley

Hound (Unknown Type) Boxer

Female, 10 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
Looking for a playmate for your dog? Looking for an adventure/hiking partner? Looking for a dog to keep you active? Tinsley might be just the ticket! She loves to play and run around! She's getting quicker to keep up with the big dogs but still gives her worried puppy yips when she's falling behind and can't quite keep up! :) This 27 pound girl loves affection and attention! She can be a lap dog and would be good with dogs, cats and children that aren't toddler age. She's adventurous, curious and full of life! Her temperament is that of a hound but she is definitely a mix. She appears to have "hare feet". Some dog breeds have longer middle toes, a foot shape called "hare feet" and these include: ** Greyhound, Samoyed, Whippet, Bedlington terrier,, Skye terrier and Borzoi. Tinsley is a spunky girl, loves her people, plays great with others and would love a family that is active and would include her in their daily activities! If she might be the girl for you, please email us at blueridgerescue@aol.com for more information and/or an application.
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Sally

Miniature Pinscher

Female, Adult
Sellersburg, IN
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained,
Story
Sally was my grandma‘s miniature pincher. My grandma recently passed away August of 2023 and Sally was her baby and got spoiled by my grandma. My grandpa had her from the time my grandma passed away until a couple Mondays ago when he all of a sudden dropped her off at my door. I am allergic to Sally and that is why I’m looking to rehome her or else wise I would keep her. Sally has never been around cats to my knowledge and I’m not for sure on her vaccine and shots records. Sally does bark and growl when she gets scared and meets strangers and she’s slow to warm up to you, but when she warms up to you, she wants nothing but nonstop, cuddles and pets. She loves to sleep under blankets, especially thick, warm blankets or even towels right out from the dryer. Sally since staying with me currently I have a standard poodle puppy who she could careless to be around, but my puppy keeps invading her boundaries, causing Sally to snap at her and they are being separated, but Sally has not bit her
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TN/Roan

Brittany

Male, Adult
Prospect, KY
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Hi, my name is Roan. I'm a 5-year-old male Roan Brittany with mixed colors of brown, and white. I am creative, crate trained and house-trained. Despite my age, I am mature beyond my years. While very friendly, I am not very active and would prefer to hang out in the house or on the sofa. Although I'm only five 5 years old, my foster mom calls me an old soul. She seems to have this fantasy that I would enjoy hanging out on the sofa watching reruns of Lawrence Welk. She also seems to have this idea that I would like past TV episodes of Rin Tin Tin.  With my first family, I lived with my sister. She was a bully, and I put up with her behavior for years. When we were surrendered to a foster home, through no fault of our own, I decided that I was not going to put up with her giving me such a hard time. I defended myself and she got the message that she had gone too far. Thankfully, I was separated from my sister. Today I prefer to be alone and would do well as only one dog.  I am easy going and like to stop and smell the flowers. I enjoy meeting new people especially women. They think I'm handsome. Sometimes, I like to picture myself as a gentleman, opening doors for pretty human ladies or presenting them with bouquets of colorful flowers. I do not run around and play on my own. To avoid weight gain I will need to be exercised. Dog parks and daycare are not possible for me. I really don't know how well I would get along with cats. I do well walking on a leash, although I still pull a bit. However, with training and persistence, I will easily overcome this. I don't have any bad habits and I'm not picky about food. I'm up to date on all my vaccines as well as being heartworm- negative and micro-chipped.  My foster mom will tell you that I have a calm and well-mannered disposition, all of which is true. I'm looking forward to living in a home surrounded by love.   Please contact the TN coordinators below for more information on Roan. Suzanne Horsley at ztasuzanne@gmail.com Debbie Tuthill at agilitybrits@gmail.com  April 17, 2025, 11:33 am
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Freya

Great Pyrenees Great Dane

Female, Adult
Prospect, KY
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
She is very loving with our family of 6. She gets along with our cat. She plays well with my oldest daughter's dog. She is very protective of our family. She loves to run,

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Blue Ridge Animal Rescue & Sanctuary

Louisville, KY 40026

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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The Arrow Fund

PO Box 1127, Prospect, KY 40059

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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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Agape Animal Advocates

Jeffersonville, IN 47130

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

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