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Puppies and dogs in Nevada, Iowa

Looking for a puppy or dog in Nevada, Iowa? Adopt a Pet can help you find a new best friend near you.

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Adopt a dog in Nevada, Iowa

These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Nevada, Iowa. 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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BISCUIT

American Bulldog

Female, 6 yrs 6 mos
Ames, IA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
My name is Biscuit and I am a white & black american bulldog. I am a spayed female and I am 6 years and 4 months old. I am here because I was given up by my owner on 02/03/2024 due to the fact my owner`s landlord would not allow me to live there. They were my family for 1-3 months. I am used to staying inside during the day and inside during the night. I am potty trained. I am a medium energy dog and I will need an owner with some prior pet owning experience. I am used to staying in crates when I am alone or need to be safely contained. I would do well with simple obedience training to help us bond and for us to learn how to communicate with each other. I do not have a history of trying to escape the home or yard, but the shelter staff always recommends owners be mindful that I do not accidentally get out a door or escape the yard. I would like a standard height fence to help keep me inside the yard. I can be nervous around some men but do well with most, and I can be good with women. I have not been around children. I can be good with cats and I can be good with dogs. I get very attached to my owners. I`d like to be someone`s side-kick!All dogs are tested for heartworms and given flea preventatives. They are also tested for intestinal parasites and receive routine dewormings. Dogs are vaccinated against distemper, rabies, and bordetella, spayed/neutered before adoption, and have a microchip. Adoption fees include the initial automated registration of the microchip at the time of adoption.
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WOOFUS

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 4 yrs 1 mo
Ames, IA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
My name is Woofus and I am a brown brindle pit bull. I am a neutered male and I am 4 years old. I am at the shelter because I was found as a stray on 02/26/2024. I am potty trained. I am a high energy dog and I will need an owner with some prior pet owning experience. The shelter staff is not sure if I am used to being crated during the day, although I do well in my large kennel at the shelter. I do pull on my leash when being walked and need to work on my manners, so basic obedience training would be good for me. I do already know some basic commands like `sit` and `shake`! I would like a standard height fence to help keep me inside the yard, or lots and lots of walks on leash to help me burn off my energy. I can be good with men, women, and children over 10 years old. I can be good with other dogs and I cannot live with cats. All dogs are tested for heartworms and given flea preventatives. They are also tested for intestinal parasites and receive routine dewormings. Dogs are vaccinated against distemper, rabies, and bordetella, spayed/neutered before adoption, and have a microchip. Adoption fees include the initial automated registration of the microchip at the time of adoption.
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PADDY

Treeing Walker Coonhound Beagle

Male, 5 mos
Ames, IA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
My name is Paddy and I am a tricolor & black treeing walker coonhound/beagle mix. I am an intact male (I will be neutered before I am adopted) and I am 5 months old. I am here because I was given up by my owner on 04/18/2024 due to the fact I was not a good fit with the children in the home. They were my family for 3-6 months. I am used to staying inside during the day and inside during the night. I am still learning how to be potty trained - I know to poop outside, but still sometimes have pee accidents. I am a high energy dog and I will need an owner with some prior pet owning experience. I am used to staying in crates when I am alone or need to be safely contained. I am still learning to walk nicely on a leash - I pull/tug a bit when being walked. There are lots of things you can do to get me to walk comfortably and safely on a leash. The staff can tell you all about it! I would do well with some puppy obedience training to set me up for success. I do not have a history of trying to escape the home or yard, but the shelter staff always recommends owners be mindful that I do not accidentally get out a door or escape the yard. I do not need a fenced yard, however it would always be nice to have one so I can run free in a safe space! I can be good with men and women. I do not do well with children - they are too loud and active for me and I am too bossy with them. I cannot live with cats and I can be good with other dogs. My owner said I loves to play outside. I love my ropes and squeaky toy, and my kong chewy as well.All dogs are over 6 months of age are tested for heartworms. Dogs also receive heartworm and flea preventatives. They are also tested for intestinal parasites and receive routine dewormings. Dogs are vaccinated against distemper, rabies, and bordetella, spayed/neutered before adoption, and have a microchip. Adoption fees include the initial automated registration of the microchip at the time of adoption.
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GATLIN

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Male, 8 mos
Ames, IA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
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GIANNI

Akita

Male, 1 yr
Ames, IA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
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KORRA

Husky

Female, 3 yrs 7 mos
Ames, IA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
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Story
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Dog shelters and rescues in Nevada, Iowa

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Story Co. Animal Shelter

906 West 18th. Street, Nevada, IA 50201

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Golden Retriever Rescue of Iowa

Nevada, IA 50201

Pet Types: dogs

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Ames Animal Shelter

325 Billy Sunday Road, Ames, IA 50010

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

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Internet Miniature Pinscher Service Inc.

Box 357, Luther, IA 50152

Pet Types: 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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Animal Relief Coalition of Iowa

PO Box 38, Boone, IA 50036

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

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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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Kitty City Rescue & Rehab

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

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Animal Rescue League of Marshalltown

1921 Taylor Avenue, Marshalltown, IA 50158

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

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Forever Home Dog Rescue

(Correspondence only), PO Box 380, Johnston, IA 50131

Pet Types: dogs

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