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Puppies and dogs in Independence, Iowa

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Independence, Iowa. To learn more about each adoptable dog, click on the "i" icon for fast facts, or their photo or name for full details.

Thrash

Australian Cattle Dog

Male, Adult

Waterloo, IA

Size

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

Details

Not 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

I've had thrash since he was a puppy he is now about 7, for the last 4 years he been getting more mean with my wife and doesn't get along with our other dog. They recently got into a fight and I dont think its a good idea to have him around our other dog anymore. He gets along with most dogs hes met but not all. Hes alway been sweet with me but not with some people he meets. He loves to play ball and run all day. I just dont believe im the right owner for him anymore, I cant give him the exercise he really needs, and I believe the lack of it might be the root of his problems. He really needs to be on a farm or with someone that can help with his aggression and pent up energy.

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Ice

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, Puppy

Waterloo, IA

Size

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

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs,

Story

I am selling my puppy, I haven’t had him very long he’s only 7-8 weeks old born July 15th. Due to certain circumstances I cannot keep him😔.. im very upset about it, he is a very good puppy, fully bred pit. I got him from Michigan he has 1 blue and 1 grey eye. His mother was a beautiful tan/white pit with bright blue eyes, dad was a black/white pit with grey eyes. I originally paid $600 for him, willing to negotiate I just want him to go to a good home❤️.

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Amelia

Pointer

Female, Adult

Waterloo, IA

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

Amelia is a 6-year-old Pointer mix who loves being active and exploring nature. She is looking for a new home because future military obligations will be taking me away from home for extensive periods of time. She needs a stable home able to care for her. Amelia is:• Friendly with other dogs• House trained and leash trained• Spayed, microchipped, and fully vaccinated• A loving companion who enjoys snuggling on the couch• Intelligent with a very "human-like" personalityShe thrives as a free-roamer in the home and doesn't need to be kenneled, as she experiences anxiety when confined. While she gets along well with other dogs, she can be territorial over her toys and bones. She is a wonderful hiking companion who loves to run and smell everything outdoors, though she is surprisingly terrified of vacuums, plastic bags, and treadmills!

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Kovu

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, Puppy

Manchester, IA

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, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

I got Kovu when he was around 8 weeks old after a friend’s dogs had puppies. He recently turned 1 year old and is a loving, smart, playful, and energetic dog with lots of personality. He is about 77 lbs, neutered, and up to date on all of his vaccinations. Kovu does well with adults, children, strangers, and other dogs. I’m unsure how he does with cats because he hasn’t had enough experience around them for me to confidently say. He is crate trained and does well being home alone. He also knows several commands, including sit, crate, paw, and eat. Kovu is still young and has plenty of energy, so I would love to find him a home with someone who has the time to give him attention, exercise, and playtime. A home with some space and preferably a backyard would be great for him. This is a difficult decision because Kovu is very loved, but I want him to have a home where he can receive more time and attention than I am currently able to give him.

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Willow

Labrador Retriever Mutt

Female, Senior

Palo, IA

Size

(when grown) X-Large 101 lbs (46 kg) or more

Details

Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,

Story

9 year old female Black Lab Mix named Willow we are looking to rehome. I have had her since she was 8 weeks old and she has been loved all of her life. Unfortunately, with our growing family we are having a hard time finding time for her and want her to have the best life for her remaining years. We have a 2 year old daughter and a new born boy now. She hasn't been a issue around either but she does like her space. Our 2 year has a hard time giving her the space she wants and I fear she may end up biting her. I don't believe she ever would, but she has shown signs that she is uncomfortable. Willow is microchipped and has had all vaccines up until this last year. She gets simparica trio each month and has never had any health issues other than an eye infection that was resolved when she was around 3.

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Lady

Chihuahua

Female, Senior

Atkins, IA

Size

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

Details

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

Story

Meet Lady a Sweet senior looking for her furever home.She was rescued in 2014 and was believed to be 3 years old. Making her 15 years old. Lady is a very loving little dog who enjoys attention and being pettedGently. She does well with older children that understand to be calm and gentle with her. Toddlers that are still understanding how to be gentle and jumping around her make her anxious So a quiet home with lots of love would be best for Lady. A senior or someone looking for a calm companion would be the wonder fit for Lady. Lady is a small girl at 5lbs. She gets along with other dogs and catsShe deserves a loving home that she can live her golden years feeling safe and loved. If you think your the person that could give Lady a home she deserves. Please reach out.

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Dog shelters and rescues in Independence, Iowa

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

Here are a few organizations closest to you:

Shelter

Cedar Bend Humane Society

1166 W. Airline Highway, Waterloo, IA 50703

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Better Together Animal Rescue, Inc.

211 West 4th Street, Vinton, IA 52349

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Northeast Iowa Pet Rescue

519 Westwood, Strawberry Point, IA 52076

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Cedar Valley Greyhound Adoptions, Inc.

7411 Mt. Vernon Rd SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52324

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Waverly Pet Rescue

PO Box 291, Waverly, IA 50677

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

A Purposeful Life Animal Rescue & Sanctuary

Marion, IA 52302

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

American Maltese Assoc. Rescue - Midwest

Marion, IA 52302

Pet Types: dogs

Shelter

Companion Animal Network (CAN)

Cedar Rapids, IA 52401

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Adopt A Pal

Cedar Rapids, IA 52403

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits

Shelter

Cedar Valley Humane Society

7411 Mt Vernon Rd SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52403

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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Cairn Terrier Canaan Dog Cane Corso Cardigan Welsh Corgi Carolina Dog Catahoula Leopard Dog Caucasian Shepherd Dog Cavachon Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Cavapoo Chesapeake Bay Retriever Chihuahua Chinese Crested Chinook Chiweenie Chow Chow Clumber Spaniel Cockapoo Cocker Spaniel Collie Coonhound Corgi Coton de Tulear Curly-Coated Retriever Dachshund Dalmatian Dandie Dinmont Terrier Doberman Pinscher Dogo Argentino Dogue de Bordeaux Dutch Shepherd

English (Redtick) Coonhound English Bulldog English Cocker Spaniel English Setter English Shepherd English Springer Spaniel English Toy Spaniel Entlebucher Feist Field Spaniel Fila Brasileiro Finnish Lapphund Finnish Spitz Flat-Coated Retriever Fox Terrier (Smooth) Fox Terrier (Toy) Fox Terrier (Wirehaired) Foxhound French Bulldog

German Pinscher German Shepherd Dog German Shorthaired Pointer German Spitz German Wirehaired Pointer Glen of Imaal Terrier Goberian Golden Retriever Goldendoodle Gordon Setter Great Dane Great Pyrenees Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Greyhound Halden Hound (Haldenstrover) Harrier Havanese Horgi Hovawart Husky

Ibizan Hound Icelandic Sheepdog Irish Setter Irish Terrier Irish Water Spaniel Irish Wolfhound Italian Greyhound Italian Spinone Jack Russell Terrier Japanese Chin Jindo

Kai Dog Karelian Bear Dog Keeshond Kerry Blue Terrier Kishu Komondor Kuvasz Kyi Leo Labradoodle Labrador Retriever Lakeland Terrier Lancashire Heeler Leonberger Lhasa Apso Löwchen

Maltese Maltipoo Manchester Terrier Maremma Sheepdog Mastiff Miniature Bull Terrier Miniature Dachshund Miniature Pinscher Morkie Mountain Cur Munsterlander Mutt Neapolitan Mastiff Newfoundland Norfolk Terrier Norwegian Buhund Norwegian Elkhound Norwegian Lundehund Norwich Terrier Nova Scotia Duck-Tolling Retriever

Old English Sheepdog Olde English Bulldogge Otterhound Papillon Parson Russell Terrier Patterdale Terrier (Fell Terrier) Pekingese Pembroke Welsh Corgi Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Pharaoh Hound Pitsky Plott Hound Podengo Portugueso Pointer Polish Lowland Sheepdog Pomeranian Pomsky Poodle (Miniature) Poodle (Standard) Poodle (Toy or Tea Cup) Portuguese Water Dog Presa Canario Pug Puggle Puli Pumi

Rat Terrier Redbone Coonhound Rhodesian Ridgeback Rottweiler Saluki Samoyed Schiller Hound Schipperke Schnauzer (Giant) Schnauzer (Miniature) Schnauzer (Standard) Schnoodle Scottie, Scottish Terrier Scottish Deerhound Sealyham Terrier Shar Pei Sheepadoodle Sheltie, Shetland Sheepdog Sheppit Shepsky Shiba Inu Shih Poo Shih Tzu Silky Terrier Skye Terrier Sloughi St. Bernard Staffordshire Bull Terrier Sussex Spaniel Swedish Vallhund

Texas Heeler Thai Ridgeback Tibetan Mastiff Tibetan Spaniel Tibetan Terrier Tosa Inu Treeing Walker Coonhound Vizsla

Weimaraner Welsh Springer Spaniel Welsh Terrier Westie, West Highland White Terrier Wheaten Terrier Whippet Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Xoloitzcuintle/Mexican Hairless

Yorkie Poo Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier

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