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Puppies and dogs in North Vernon, Indiana

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Timmi & Tammi

Cocker Spaniel

Female Puppy
Vernon, IN
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Needs special attention, Shots are up-to-date,
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Timmi & Tammi are handicapped. Timmi is deaf and blind. Tammi is deaf. They are very bonded to each other. Even though they are handicapped they are very happy, playful puppies. When they are playing they appear to be perfectly normal. They wrestle with each other and play with toys. They are very gentle and easy going. We are not asking for a fee, but a potential adopter will have to fill out our application and have it approved. You will also have to demonstrate that you are capable of caring for these sweet babies for the rest of their lives. If you believe you are the special person who can give them a loving and safe home please contact us. We will not separate them.April 21, 2024, 4:10 pm
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Oliver

Basset Hound

Male, Young
Deputy, IN
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
4 year old Bassett Hound. Would be great for someone with no kids or another dog. House trained & trained on a wireless electric fence.
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Archibald

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Male, Adult
Columbus, IN
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Please contact Ashley (ha.evans@yahoo.com) for more information about this pet. Online Adoption Application › He's all ears & personality !Meet Archibald Archie is a 2ish mixed breed boy who is living his best life. This does not mean his life or current situation is perfect but from where he came from it’s the best he has had. When I picked up Archie he was on Death Row and he had a clock ticking on his life. It was not his fault. He had come from a hoarding case and the county he grew up in did not have the resources to care for all the dogs that needed help so he was scheduled to be a statistic. I think he knows this but if not I do and it makes our time more enjoyable seeing him grow and learn in a new environment with a second chance at life. Archie is not without flaws but neither am I (per my wife). Archie is doing well  with the other dogs in his foster home. Definitely not with cats. He does show some prey drive with rabbits and squirrels on walks and hikes but not too much more than any other dog his age. Archie can also be a little mouthy and while he does not bite, he likes to play a little rough but he does respond very well to correction when this happens. With that being said he is also a fast learner and has shown great improvement (unlike me per my wife). He is potty trained (his first 2 days were rough but no messes since) and has responded very well to consistent routine and attention. He can sit and stay and is walking much better with his harness. He can be a ball of energy but he tires pretty quickly and then likes to just chill after hikes and walks. Archie is a happy guy who likes to please and does best when he has something to do and loves just hanging out with any human who can give him some attention. If you are looking for a good buddy who will appreciate your love and friendship then please let us now when you would like to meet Mr. Archibald.Applications can be submitted at http://care.rescuegroups.org!Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.May 5, 2024, 9:31 pm
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Ralph

Shepherd (Unknown Type) Husky

Male, Adult
Columbus, IN
Size
(when grown) -
Details
House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Please contact Michele (mballenger58@gmail.com) for more information about this pet. Online Adoption Application › Chill. Happy. Content.Ralph is a very special boy. He came to CARE seeming to not have had the experience of being an indoor dog - a hard life for such a sweet boy to endure. As it turns out, Ralph loves being an inside dog with soft, snuggly blankets and all the scratches and people to hang out with! Ralph is missing his rear left leg - so he's on the lookout for a home who will give him daily scratches and pets along his left side where he can't reach. :)  Ralph has 2 steps that he can manage in order to go outside, but may have trouble with more. Ralph is a low energy fur baby who is perfectly content with visits outside to do his business and then returning to find a great indoor sunshiny spot on a soft blankie or couch to enjoy his afternoon. He is about 70 pounds and looks like a shepherd / husky mix. We have no history about his past prior to coming to CARE. Since arriving in his foster home and adjusting to the luxury of the indoor life, Ralph is the most loving and gentle creature.  Ralph is neutered, potty trained, and up to date on vaccinations and preventatives. His adoption fee is $250.  If you are interested in meeting Ralph, the FIRST STEP in CARE's process is to complete the online adoption application through CARE's website at: http://care.rescuegroups.org.Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.May 5, 2024, 9:31 pm
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Zander

American Pit Bull Terrier Border Collie

Male, Adult
Columbus, IN
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Zander is a playful dog who loves to go on walks and play tug of war. He is affectionate and waits patiently in his kennel for his chance to go outside to walk. He's pretty energetic and would make a great hiking/running buddy! He is dog friendly, and would make a good playmate for another young energetic pup. Zander loves people of any age, but would do better with older children due to his rowdiness and size. He is treat motivated and eager to learn, with consistency there isn't anything you couldn't teach this boy!
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Renn

Shepherd (Unknown Type)

Female, Adult
Columbus, IN
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Please contact Ashley (ha.evans@yahoo.com) for more information about this pet. Online Adoption Application › Renn is a sweet female shepherd mix.  She's currently in a foster home learning that humans aren't all bad.  She has never been mean or expressed any form aggression in any way but she is sadly still pretty fearful of new people.  She is looking for a home that will be willing to give her the time and tlc she needs & deserves.  She loves other dogs and has been very sweet to the kitties in her foster home as well.  A secure physical fence will be required to adopt Renn as she still is considered a high flight risk.   CARE is an all-volunteer and foster-based rescue organization. We do not have a shelter facility and do not have any employees monitoring inbound applications and emails. Applications are reviewed by each animal’s volunteer foster home. It may be several days before you hear from this animal’s foster home. Thank you for your patience and understanding as our foster volunteers work to navigate a very high volume of inbound adoption applications. Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.May 5, 2024, 9:31 pm

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American Maltese Assoc. Rescue - Indiana

North Vernon, IN 47265

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Heartland Sheltie Rescue

P.O. Box 22, North Vernon, IN 47265

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Mercy Rescue & Adoption of Jennings County

P.O. Box 485, Vernon, IN 47282

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Humane Society of Jackson County

1109 G Ave. West, P.O. Box 135, Seymour, IN 47274

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Red Sky Rescue

Seymour, IN 47274

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City of Columbus Animal Shelter

2730 Arnold Dr., Columbus, IN 47203

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Happy Labs Rescue Inc.

P.O. Box 2296, Columbus, IN 47202

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Bartholomew County Humane Society

4415 E. 200 S., Columbus, IN 47201

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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Soul Dogs Inc

Columbus, IN 47201

Pet Types: dogs

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Community Animal Rescue Effort

Columbus, IN 47201

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