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Puppies and dogs in Franklin, Indiana

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Franklin, 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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Zeke

American Pit Bull Terrier Labradoodle

Male, Puppy
Whiteland, IN
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained,
Story
We took Zeke in so he would not end up at a farm. We already have 2 8 year old pugs. We had hoped they would all get along but the older pugs do not have the energy that young Zeke requires. He wants to play a lot & they do not. Although we are thoroughly enjoying Zeke, our pugs take priority. He needs more play time than we or our pugs can give him. Zeke is an excellent puppy. He is extremely playful & full of energy. He is also a quick learner. Zeke is eager to please. He also loves to cuddle & already sleeps through the night. Zeke was born on 1/9/24. We were told dad is a pit & mom is a labradoodle.
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Tucker

Mutt

Male, Adult
Bargersville, IN
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Tucker is about 4 years old. He has been with us for 9 months He is great with kids. He has been around our son since he was 6 months old. He is overall a very good dog. He is house trained, he dosent jump on people has been trained to place sit. He is much more behaved than 85% of the dogs I have been around. He has had separation anxiety issues so we have been forced to crate him all day. So he is in a crate 10 to 11 hours a day since December. We feel it's not good for him. So we are looking for a new home that will have more time for him. He is medicated with Prozac to help. Ideal would be someone who works from home or has other dogs.
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Nymphadora

St. Bernard Golden Retriever

Female, Senior
Greenwood, IN
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
> good with indoor cats, not outdoor cats as she becomes prey driven. > good with dogs, would benefit from a meet and greet first. > potty trained but needs let out at least three times a day to prevent accidents. > loves all people and Is only 1 belly rub away from being your new best friend. > Very mild food aggression if any animals try to eat out of her designated food bowl. Not food aggressive towards people at all. > had a cruciate ligament tear inx her knee at some point but two vets have said surgery is not required as it is an old injury that has had scar tissue to grow around it. She gets around just fine and isn’t in pain from it. Will likely need arthritis pain medication in the future according to her most recent vet visit. > she loves soft squeaky toys to play with but must be watched or she will eat them! She will also eat socks if she gets bored so make sure she gets walks and attention and to keep socks off the floor.
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Lady

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 12 yrs 11 mos
Greenwood, 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
Lady is a hound mix that does have arthritis.
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Tadashi

Shiba Inu

Male, Adult
Greenwood, IN
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Rehoming a 2yr old male Shiba Inu, preferably to an experienced Shiba Inu owner. His name is Tadashi. Tadashi was purchased as a puppy from PetLand by his previous owners, and rehomed to us. I have trained Tadashi to do basic commands such as come & sit, place, down, and heel. However, he is not eager to please without food motivation. While he has lived with 4 other dogs, he would do best in a home were he is the only dog. While he does live with 2 kids, he would do best in a home with no kids. Patience is required for adapting. Shiba Inu's are known to not being overly friendly to strangers. He will require time and patience to warm up to you and your lifestyle. Once acclimated he is loving and affectionate on his own terms. He is not AKC registered but I do have all the paperwork from PetLand that his previous owner gave me. We don't want money, we just want him to go to a loving home.
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Kalani

Belgian Malinois

Male, Adult
Greenwood, IN
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Kalani DOB: 5/19/2019 Belgian Malinois Indianapolis, Indiana This sweet boy needs an environment that he can thrive in that he will not need to compete for attention or be constantly managed to set him up for success to have a more stable life. Preferred for adopter to have Malinois experience but not necessary. Adopter should display patience, empathy, and an open mind during potential episodes when big feelings are being displayed as it's just usually an over-abundance of happy. No aversive training methods or tools are to be used as he is too superstitious and will not do well with this type of communication. Kalani appreciates your time and can't wait to meet his future people with big hearts full of understanding and patience. Any potential prospects will be vetted and an adoption fee will be discussed as well. To learn more about him, please email, adoptkalani@gmail.com.

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German Shepherd Rescue & Adoption of Central Ind.

6189 E. 100 N, Franklin, IN 46131

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Second Chances Pet Rehab and Sanctuary - Indianapolis

Indianapolis, IN 46131

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Dixies' Voice Bulldog Rescue Inc

PO BOX 822, Franklin, IN 46131

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PAWS Rescue

2990 North Morton Street, Franklin, IN 46131

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Pet Elves to the Rescue

Franklin, IN 46131

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Johnson County Animal Shelter

2160 N Graham Road, Franklin, IN 46131

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Home Sweet Puppies Rescue

Franklin, IN 46131

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Humane Society of Johnson County

3827 N. Graham Road, Franklin, IN 46131

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Hope Marie's Fund

4253 N State Rd 135, Franklin, IN 46131

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PB Rescue

Franklin, IN 46131

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