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Puppies and dogs in Rensselaer, Indiana

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Rensselaer, Indiana. To learn more about each adoptable dog, click on the "i" icon for fast facts, or their photo or name for full details.
We'll also keep you updated on Butters's adoption status with email updates.
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Butters

American Bulldog

Male, 10 yrs 1 mo
Renssealear, 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,
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🐾 Meet Butters 🐾 Our sweet senior gentleman is ready to find his forever home. 💛 Butters is a very quiet, laid-back guy who enjoys taking it easy and doesn’t mind sharing his space with other dogs. Don’t let his age fool you though—he still loves a good game of tug-of-war and will happily play if you join in! 🎉 He’s not looking for anything fancy—just a cozy spot, kind people, and a place to spend his golden years surrounded by love. If you’ve been thinking about opening your heart and home to a senior pup, Butters would be the perfect match. Come meet him today and see if he’s the one to complete your family. 🐶✨
We'll also keep you updated on Jynx's adoption status with email updates.
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Jynx

Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 3 yrs 1 mo
Renssealear, IN
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
🐾 Meet Jynx! 🐾 This handsome guy is a 3-year-old pitbull who’s ready to find his forever family! 💙 Jynx is neutered, up-to-date on all his shots, and full of love and playful energy. He’s the kind of dog who makes friends wherever he goes — people, dogs, you name it! He adores squeaky toys, rolling in the grass, and running around like the happy boy he is. If you’ve been looking for a loyal companion who will fill your days with joy (and maybe a few squeaky toy concerts 🎶🐶), Jynx is your guy! 📍 Come meet him today and see if he’s the missing piece to your family!
We'll also keep you updated on Piper's adoption status with email updates.
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Piper

German Shepherd Dog

Female, 1 yr 1 mo
Renssealear, IN
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
🐾 🌸Meet Piper! 🌸🐾 This happy-go-lucky one-year-old Shepherd mix is ready to wiggle her way right into your heart 💛 Piper is spayed, up-to-date on all her shots (including rabies), and full of energy and love! She’s a fun, active girl who lives for her squeaky toys, playtime, and being part of the action. 🐕🎾 She’d do best with a family who loves adventures — walks, hikes, backyard zoomies — and who’ll make her a true member of the pack. Piper’s got the best big ol’ ears and a happy tail that never stops wagging! Come meet this sunshine-on-four-paws — Piper’s waiting to find her forever family! 💕
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Ameera

Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 4 yrs 6 mos
Morocco, IN
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Not good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Ameera is a 4-year-old pity, loves being around kids and playing in the yard, she can be dog selective and would have to be the only animal in home or a home where she is confident in. Cats are a big NO, but overall, she is a very sweet girl with lots of love to give.
We'll also keep you updated on Jake's adoption status with email updates.
Needs Home Fast
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Jake

Pit Bull Terrier

Male, Adult
Morocco, IN
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Jake is a large lap puppy loves to run and play he will need a fenced in yard or constantly monitored when outside on a tie out, he will have to be socialized and could potentially be in a home with another dog. Jake is dog selective and a meet and greet can be set up to adopt. He is great with people and kids but recommend a home with children that are respectful ages 10+ as he is a large dog that does not know his own size and strength.
We'll also keep you updated on Bear's adoption status with email updates.
Needs Home Fast
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Bear

Labrador Retriever Shepherd (Unknown Type)

Male, 2 yrs 4 mos
Morocco, IN
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
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Jasper County Animal Shelter

2430 Clark Street, Renssealear, IN 47978

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Newton County Animal Shelter

3210 West 100 North, Morocco, IN 47963

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love me for life boston terriers rescue

401 w. washington st, p.o. box 412, morocco, IN 47963

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Newton County Animal control

3214 W 100 N, Morocco, IN 47963

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

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Pet Neutering & Adoption Services Inc.

P.O. Box 161, Demotte, IN 46310

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Happy Tails Animal Care Center

8954 NW Shafer Drive Monticello Indiana 47960, P.O. Box 374 Buffalo, IN 47925, Buffalo, IN 47925

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Iroquois County Animal Rescue

100 NW Lincoln, Iroquois, IL 60945

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

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Redemption German Shepherd Rescue

Kouts, IN 46347

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Tuff Dawgs Rescue Inc

Lowell, IN 46356

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CPR Fund

PO Box 303, Lowell, IN 46356

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