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Puppies and dogs in Fort Dodge, Iowa

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Fort Dodge, Iowa. 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 Ivy Mae's adoption status with email updates.
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Ivy Mae

Great Pyrenees

Female, Young
Clare, IA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
1.5 female purebred Great Pyrenees. She is leash & kennel trained. Primarily outdoor, with minimally indoor exposure during severe weather. She is very submissive to human & obedient. Excellent on a leash. Protects farm from predators. Demeanor has improved with chickens, but will kill them when left unattended. Very protective of space, food & kill. Gets along with dogs, unless in her territory or with her food. Very sweet & loves to cuddle! Needing a home that can allow her to run free & continue her amazing protection. We are only rehoming due to the territory issues it is causing with our elderly Labrador.
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Hunter

Labrador Retriever

Male, 1 yr 1 mo
HUMBOLDT, IA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Needs experienced adopter,
Story
These beautiful babes came to the rescue from a hoarding situation. They were loved and well fed but not socialized. Their 1st days here they were afraid of everything new they had never had collars on, no idea what leashes were for, Unsure of the grass and gravel. Now they are pretty normal for shelter pups they just want fed and loved and all the play time they can get!! They need homes asap we are currently at our max limit as most shelters and rescues are these beautiful dogs do not deserve to grow up in shelters they are super smart. Alot more labby then bully in his personality. Most love to fetch and retrieve and they just love people. They have never lived in a home so they will need house training and obedience but they are ready to learn and they learn fast. Hunter here is a lover he just want to be extra close. The night he came here he was beat up pretty badly by his brothers in that short time of his healing he grew rather close to me. He is quick to bond and a very loyal boy. If you have a great life waiting for Hunter please contact us for your adoption application.
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Riley

German Shepherd Dog Rottweiler

Male, 4 yrs 2 mos
HUMBOLDT, IA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
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Story
This boy has some stories. He is ready for the new perfect family. Riley surrendered by his owner because he wasn't getting along with the family dogs- here st the shelter he has been very dog friendly, he will correct other dogs when needed but he is very professional about it. He has worked on ESA teaining. He is 4yrs old, house trained and very smart. He has been nervous and unsure at the shelter but extremely well behaved. If you feel you are a great fit for this gentleman please get a hold of us for the application
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Max

Labrador Retriever

Male, 1 yr 1 mo
HUMBOLDT, IA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
We got in 18 puppies from a family that desperately needed our help. 3 unaltered dogs can turn into 30 unaltered dogs in a matter of months!! And they did. This is why we spay/neutered everything before it leaves our care. For having this many animals their temperments are wonderful!! Very loving and playful. All are learning how to walk on leashes and will soon be ready for homes!! They are big boned bully babies..the family originally said pitbull mixes but they are definitely on the bigger end 9mo ols 50 75# and growing. A DNA test would be fun to know what is actually in there. They for sure are 100% adorable please spread the word and let's help these pups find their forever family!!
We'll also keep you updated on Sugar's adoption status with email updates.
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Sugar

Labrador Retriever

Female, 1 yr 1 mo
HUMBOLDT, IA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Sugar is a 9mo old lab bully mix..alot more lab than bully and she's a big girl! She was loved but never exposedto the world outside of her home resulting in alot of fear..her go to is to drop to the ground and hope to the heavens that no one can see her. We are working on just walking with a leash and that's a huge ask for her..she does make progress every day. She needs a family that can help her..the biggest need is time and patience. Of you can give her alot of time fo4 a few months she will be perfect havi g a guide dog (calm and confident dog to lead her and help her learn normal dog behavior) she loves peopleand kids but does not know her size and she is very strong especially when frightened and her flight instinct kicks in. Sh3 needs a family ready to help her and give her the best life. Please contact us for your adoption application she has 6 siblings also looking for homes.
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Foster

Catahoula Leopard Dog

Male, 1 yr 10 mos
HUMBOLDT, IA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Let's fetch Foss a family!!! This boy is almost 2yr old Catahoula. He needs work to do!! Please research the breed as he is typical of it!! He is SMART and super cool AND handsome as all get out!! He needs a family that wants a dog to spend time with BUT also know how to work him and tucker him out. Just playing in the yard isn't enough. He's great with most people iffy with cats and selective with dogs. He does not care for being challenged. For the right family he is an amazing dog. He was with a family that loved him soo much but he started causing problems in the neighborhood and it was safer for him to be returned. If you feel you have a Great home for Foster please click the link and send in your adoption application!!! He's ready to get back on a sofa and back to Pet life!! Foss is neutered chipped and fully vetted!! https://form.jotform.com/233606784665164

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Dog shelters and rescues in Fort Dodge, Iowa

There are animal shelters and rescues that focus specifically on finding great homes for dogs in Fort Dodge, Iowa. Browse these rescues and shelters below.

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Almost Home Humane Society of North Central Iowa

725 S. 32nd Street, Fort Dodge, IA 50501

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Peace Creek Animal Sanctuary and Rescue

2628 Penn Ave, HUMBOLDT, IA 50548

Pet Types: cats, dogs, small animals

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Prairie States Doberman Rescue – Iowa

PO Box 65, Paton, IA 50217

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Calhoun County Canine Shelter

501 Court Street, Rockwell City, IA 50579

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Kitty City Rescue & Rehab

445 Parker Street, PO Box 53, Stanhope, IA 50246

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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South Hamilton Animal Alliance and Jewell Animal Hospital

548 Main Street, PO Box 354, Jewell, IA 50130

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Boone Area Humane Society

228 W 16TH, Boone, IA 50036

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

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Animal Relief Coalition of Iowa

PO Box 38, Boone, IA 50036

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

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PAWS of Greene County

1700 Doreen Wilber Drive, Jefferson, IA 50129

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Internet Miniature Pinscher Service Inc.

Box 357, Luther, IA 50152

Pet Types: dogs

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