Elkhart

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Gracie Jade

Cocker Spaniel Pomeranian

Female, 1 yr 2 mos

Elkhart, IN

Size

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

Details

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

Story

Gracie is ready for her new family! Gracie came to the rescue with 2 small puppies. They have been successfully weaned & we have found new families for them. Now it is Gracie's turn! Gracie is 1 year old Cocker Spaniel + Pomeranian mix. She weighs approx. 18 lbs. She is very dog friendly! She loves playing with dog friends & toys. She loves to run & play in the snow. I do not know how she is with cats but she can be cat tested if needed. Gracie is fearful of new people so she will need slow intros. She will need a patient family that understands it may take a couple of days for her to warm up to anyone new. After you have gained her trust she becomes a velcro dog & follows you everywhere you go. She would not be a good fit for someone with young children as she would likely knock them over. She's young & has lots of energy! Gracie is decent on a leash but would also love the opportunity to run around in a fenced in yard. The fence needs to be a minimum of 48"/4 feet. Gracie would be a great candidate for agility as she can (& will) jump the baby gates in her foster home. She hasn't had any potty accidents in 4 weeks but we are on a very regular potty schedule. We are working on crate training & it is going very well. Gracie's adoption fee is $200. She is fully vetted for 1 year, spayed, microchipped, & on prevention. Applications to adopt are at www.trackingintheshadows.com. Applicant must live within 1 hour of Elkhart IN. Once approved we will contact you to set up a date/time to meet Gracie. She is ready to go home today so be prepared to meet her and take her home within 1-3 days of application approval. *We do not accept electric/underground fences. All dogs & cats in the home must be spayed/neutered & up to date on core vaccines & preventatives in order for your application to be approved.* ##2609209##

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Carter

Labrador Retriever

Male, 1 yr 4 mos

Elkhart, IN

Size

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

Details

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

Story

Carter is a sweet, handsome yellow Lab who truly believes he’s a 20-lb lap dog. Once he’s comfortable, he’s incredibly affectionate, snuggly, & loves being close to his people—on his terms. He’s food-motivated & enjoys learning, making training fun & rewarding. Carter is house-trained, potty-trained, & crate-trained, & does well having his own space. He has a nice balance of independence & cuddle time. Carter is still working on leash manners & can pull, but he’s been making steady progress. He’s also improving with food-guarding behaviors through consistent training & management. He would do best in a home with older, respectful children & calm, well-mannered dogs who respect boundaries. Carter isn’t a fan of pushy dogs & prefers companions who mind their business. Carter does have a prey drive. He currently lives with a rabbit & a cat—he shows little interest in the bunny but does get excited around the cat. A cat-free home or one experienced with dog-cat management would be ideal. Ideal Home A calm, structured home with patient, dog-savvy adopters who will continue working on leash skills, food behaviors, & boundaries. Carter would thrive as an only dog or with a low-key canine companion. If you’re looking for a loyal, snuggly Lab who just wants a safe place to land, Carter has so much love to give! Carter's adoption fee is $0 He is fully vetted for 1 year, Neutered, microchipped, & on monthly preventatives. He did finish heartworm treatement and needs retested in 5 months. Once approved, we will set up a day/time for you to meet Carter. Please be ready to take him home within 1-3 days after application approval. *We do not accept electric/underground fences. All dogs & cats in the home must be spayed/neutered & up to date on core vaccines & preventatives in order for your application to be approved.* Please live within 1 hour of Elkhart, Indiana ##2550206##

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Juneberry - In Training

German Shepherd Dog

Female, 3 yrs 4 mos

Elkhart, IN

Size

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

Details

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

Story

Juneberry is a 3 year old Shephard / Lab mix and full of energy! Juneberry loves to run, fetch, and jump around! She is a big girl, weighing 67 pounds. She is good with other dogs and older children. She chases cats. She doesn’t know how big she is and will squish you, as she thinks she’s a lap dog! She is housebroken and does need a fence. She is away at training right now, but will be available to adopt and go home on 3-20-26. You can apply now! ##2631925##

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Kacey - Pending Adoption

Pomeranian Cocker Spaniel

Female, 2 mos

Elkhart, IN

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

Kacey is a six week old Pomeranian and Cocker Spaniel Mix. Parents pictures are included. Their dad is 6 lbs and the mom is 18 lbs. I do expect them to be closer to the Mom's weight since they are already 4 lbs. Kacey is fun and adventurous and loves to play. She definitely has more energy than her sister and can hold her own. Her mom and her play often. Kacey is currently litter box training which can easily be transitioned to her new home and then outside. We do this to teach them to potty in one location based on texture and smell. We started around 4 weeks old. While she is still learning she is doing great! This is a smart and vibrant puppy and we are looking for an active family willing to jump right into puppy classes using positive reinforcement. She is scheduled for a spay at 12 weeks old which we will cover at our vet in Plymouth. She can go home after 8 weeks as a foster until her spay is completed at 12 weeks old. She will have age appropriate vaccines, a microchip, bordatella and prevention. Once approved, we will set up a day/time for you to meet her. Please be ready to take her home within 1-3 days after application approval if she is age appropriate. *We do not accept electric/underground fences. All dogs & cats in the home must be spayed/neutered & up to date on core vaccines & preventatives in order for your application to be approved.* Please live within 1 hour of Elkhart, Indiana ##2609232##

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Chupa - In Training

Husky Miniature Pinscher

Female, 5 yrs

Elkhart, IN

Size

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

Details

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

Story

Chupa is a mixed breed, our best guess is Miniature Pincher & Husky. She is estimated to be 5 years old and weighs 27 pounds. Chupa is shy to start but quickly gains confidence! She is great with other dogs of all sizes and enjoys playing with others. She is good with children as well. Chupa knows some commands such as sit, shake and up and will continue to learn more while in training. She currently pulls hard on her leash while walking and is 85% potty trained. Chupa enjoys playing with squeaky toys, laying in the sunlight, and cuddling on the couch. Her energy is a 6 out of 10. Chupa is currently in training but you can still apply to adopt her! She will be available to come home on 03-20-26 she is fully vetted for 1 year, Spayed, microchipped, & on monthly preventatives. *We do not accept electric/underground fences. All dogs & cats in the home must be spayed/neutered & up to date on core vaccines & preventatives in order for your application to be approved.* Please live within 1 hour of Elkhart, Indiana www.trackingintheshadows.com to apply ##2631920##

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Buffy - Pending Adoption

Miniature Schnauzer

Female, 4 yrs 2 mos

Elkhart, IN

Size

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

Details

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

Story

Buffy is a sweet schnauzer who is slowly coming out of her shell and coming into her own as a pet. She is a 4 year old breeder surrender weighing just over 20 lbs who is still adjusting to life as a pet indoors. Buffy has had success with house training on a regular schedule but does still have some accidents when she is scared or anxious. She is okay being on a leash but is not used to walking regularly on one, at times freezing if she's unsure. A fenced in yard is recommended since she does still occasionally get spooked. She gets along with other dogs and has started playing, chasing, and snuggling the dogs in her foster home. She has not been around children or cats yet but can be tested if needed. She gets excited tippy taps for breakfast and dinner, but is much more discerning for treats and takes her time with them. She does not have high activity needs (her bouts of the zoomies aren't super frequent), but her naps during the day are a non-negotiable. Her toys of choice are bones as chewing is her preferred enrichment. She has been fully vetted for a year, including a recent dental. She will require regular brushing a few times a week for her beautiful coat and regular grooming every 4-6 weeks once her beard and fur is back in full force. Buffy is still working through learning how to be a dog and trusting humans. A patient, loving home willing to work at her speed would be the perfect fit. She will need more time to decompress and warm up to you, but that makes the first snuggles she initiates that much more special. For this girl we will require a fenced yard and another dog in the home for her. Applications on our website. Www.trackingintheshadows.com Please live within an hour of Southbend Indiana ##2590068##

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Dog shelters and rescues in Elkhart, Indiana

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Tracking In The Shadows - Rescuing Lost Dogs

Elkhart, IN 46517

Pet Types: dogs

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MUSH MisUnderstood Siberian Husky Rescue

1309 Sweetbay Dr, Elkhart, IN 46514

Pet Types: dogs

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ALL 4 ANIMALS RESCUE INC

2300 w. 6th Street, mishawaka, IN 46544

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Homeward Bound Animal Welfare Group

Mishawaka, IN 46546

Pet Types: dogs

Shelter

Humane Society of St. Joseph County Indiana

2506 Grape Rd., Mishawaka, IN 46545

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Shelter

Humane Society of Elkhart County

54687 County Road 19, Bristol, IN 46507

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

Rescue

Family Pet Health Center

2621 Mishawaka Avenue, South Bend, IN 46615

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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PetsConnect! Inc.

P.O. Box 8104, South Bend, IN 46660

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, horses

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Heartland Small Animal Rescue

PO Box 6033, South Bend, IN 46660

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

Shelter

Pet Refuge, Inc

4626 South Burnett Drive, South Bend, IN 46614

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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