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Puppies and dogs in Lawrence, Kansas

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Lawrence, Kansas. 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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Zailo

Rat Terrier Terrier (Unknown Type, Small)

Male, Adult
Lawrence, KS
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Bueno, me lo regaló un nieto hace cinco años en Miami y él lo tuvo desde pequeño y lo llevó a entrenar, pero yo no puedo tenerlo más porque yo vivo aquí en Kansas y necesito irme para Miami con urgencia porque tengo una hermana muy enferma y necesito ir para allá, y no sé cuando regrese por eso ya no puedo tenerlo, soy una persona mayor y se me está dificultando mucho cuidarlo, es muy tranquilo y es un buen perrito, gracias por su atención, el que se quede con él se quedará con un perrito muy obediente, creo que tiene unos siete años. Muchas gracias por su comprensión y el que le provea un buen hogar. Gracias
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Love

German Shepherd Dog

Female, Young
Lawrence, KS
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
She is very friendly, might be scared of males at first, loves kids and all around good house dog
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Robbie

German Shepherd Dog Golden Retriever

Male, Young
Lawrence, KS
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
We adopted Robbie almost a year ago from the Lawrence Humane Society. He is very sweet and playful. He is house trained and does not tear up furniture or shoes. He loves to play with other dogs BUT he has a strong prey instinct so is not good with little dogs or cats. We have two cats and have tried for over a year to correct this behavior but it has not worked. He would be great in a home with other large dogs or alone. He is playful with our kids but is a little too wild with our 3 and 5 year old sometimes (no bites or anything though) so I think he would be great in a home with teenage kids or just adults. He also is very good at jumping fences. We have a typical 4ft chain link fenced in yard and he clears that easily. So he would be best on a farm or in a yard with a privacy fence or invisible fence or something. All in all, he’s a really good, friendly, sweet dog just not a good fit in our home.
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Nova

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, Adult
Lawrence, KS
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Nova Dior will be 3 years old on Jan 10th. She has been good with my kids. I can't speak for other kids, because we dont know ant other kids to have her around. She's smart and knows the basic commands. She is house broken. She is food aggressive. She Will bark and let you know if someone is around. She's had one litter. That was in November. She's in a house with yard now, but where I'm moving to is too small. She's currently 71 pounds.
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Bernard

Labrador Retriever German Shorthaired Pointer

Male, Adult
Lawrence, KS
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
We’re having to rehome our sweet Bernard because we had a baby 6 months ago, and he’s been stressed out ever since. Since we’re both back at work full-time, it’s been incredibly hard to give him the attention and time he deserves. He is 6 years old (this February 23rd) and he LOVES people and (most) other dogs. I’m not sure how he is around cats. He is very anxious around babies, as we have discovered. We can provide food, his bed & blanket, & toys (mostly bones/hard chew toys, as he will destroy and try to eat most anything fabric) to help make the transition easier, as well as some various bath & care things. He is a HUGE sweetie pie, and loves to run (probably a fenced in area would be ideal to let him off leash). He also loves treats & stealing your socks.
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Lucy

Chesapeake Bay Retriever

Female, Adult
Linwood, KS
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Lucy is incredibly smart. She loves hard. Give the biggest hugs. She will even jump into your arms and be held like a baby. LOVES to play fetch. She could do that for hours. She knows how to sit, shake, lay down, and roll over. Not a very good walking dog. She plays very good with kids and most other dogs. She is the friendliest dog when you take her to dog play places. Our other dog she is not a fan of and unfortunately due to our living situation and close quarters we cannot keep Lucy. We have all her paperwork. She is fine to stay with us for a while she is just having to be kept separate and not let out to run around or play as much as we know she deserves. She really is a good dog. Her smarts get her in trouble but if someone has time to spend with her she with be the most sweet loyal dog.

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Dog shelters and rescues in Lawrence, Kansas

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

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Crossroads Dog Rescue

819 N. 7th St., Lawrence, KS 66044

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Internet Miniature Pinscher Service Inc.

Lawrence, KS 66047

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Lawrence Humane Society

1805 E 19th St., Lawrence, KS 66046

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

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Keeshond Lovers United

212 Highway 40, Lecompton, KS 66050

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MO Min Pin Rescue - Kansas City, KS

Kansas City, KS 66006

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BassetsRus Retirement Ranch, Inc.

10434 Osage Rd, Oskaloosa, KS 66066

Pet Types: dogs

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Min Pins & More Rescue, Inc - KS

Topeka, KS 66409

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Burlingame Animal Hospital

3715 SW Burlingame Rd, Topeka, KS 66609

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

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Catahoula Rescue Network of Kansas

P.O. Box 424, Overbrook, KS 66524

Pet Types: dogs

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Gardner Animal Hosptial

945 E Santa Fe, Gardner, KS 66030

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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