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Puppies and dogs in Henderson, Kentucky

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Henderson, Kentucky. 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 Shorty's adoption status with email updates.
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Shorty

Affenpinscher

Male, 2 yrs 9 mos
Henderson, KY
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Hi there, I’m Shorty—a handsome brindle boy with a big heart and an even bigger zest for life! I’m around 2 years old and weigh about 55 lbs, the perfect size for adventure buddies and cuddle sessions alike.I’m a friendly, energetic pup who loves to make new friends—both human and canine! I get along well with other dogs and would be thrilled to have a playmate in my new home. The shelter is a bit overwhelming for me (so many loud noises!), but I’m doing my best to stay brave while I wait for my forever family.All I really want is a safe, loving home where I can run, play, and finally relax. If you’re looking for a loyal companion with a sweet personality and a beautiful brindle coat, I just might be your guy.Come meet me and see if we’re a perfect match!Fill out an adoption application online at: https://www.hshcky.org/
We'll also keep you updated on Princess's adoption status with email updates.
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Princess

Boxer American Bulldog

Female, 7 yrs 9 mos
Henderson, KY
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
🌸 Meet Princess! 🌸Hi, my name is Princess, and I can’t wait to be part of a family again! 👑I’m about 7.5 years old and still full of love to give. I was adopted as a pup and grew up in a loving home with small children—I adored them, and they adored me right back. 🥰 Unfortunately, I was returned through no fault of my own, and now I’m searching for a forever family who will see what a sweetheart I truly am.✨ Here’s what you should know about me:• Wonderful with kids (I miss being around them!)• Sweet, loving, and ready to be your best friend• Would do best as the only dog in the homeIf you’re looking for a loyal companion who will shower your family with love, look no further—I’m your girl. 💕 Come meet me today and let me show you what a true Princess can bring to your castle! 🏰🐾⸻🐾 #AdoptPrincess #AdoptDontShop #ForeverHome #RescueDog #AdoptMe #SeniorDogLove #FamilyDog #RescueLove #HendersonHumane #SavingTailsYallFill out an adoption application online at: https://www.hshcky.org/
We'll also keep you updated on Rhyder's adoption status with email updates.
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Rhyder

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 5 yrs 6 mos
Henderson, KY
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
💪🐾 Hi, I’m Rhyder—and yes, these muscles are natural.I’m a 5-year-old brindle pit mix with movie-star looks and a heart of gold. My former family had to give me up due to personal issues, but I’m holding my big ol’ head high and waiting for my forever home.Right now, I’m sharing a kennel with my tiny BFF, Lil Bit the Chihuahua. We came in together and look like we walked out of a buddy cop movie—he’s the little guy with the attitude, and I’m the strong, silent type. We don’t have to be adopted together, but we definitely deserve our own happy endings. (Although I do think we’d make an excellent sitcom.)I’m loyal, lovable, and ready to be your built-in bodyguard. Adoption fee is $100 and includes all the good stuff—shots, neuter, microchip, and one very handsome face.Come meet me. I’ll be the big brindle hunk wagging my tail like I mean it.#RhyderStrong #BrindleAndBeautiful #BuddyCopVibes #AdoptDontShop #HSHCFill out an adoption application online at: https://www.hshcky.org/
We'll also keep you updated on Silvia's adoption status with email updates.
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Silvia

Terrier (Unknown Type, Small)

Female, 1 yr 10 mos
Henderson, KY
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
🐾 Meet Silvia! 🐾This sleek little shadow is Silvia — almost 2 years old, just under 40 lbs, and 100% heartthrob. With her shiny black coat and confident stance, she looks like she just walked off the runway of America’s Next Top Pup.Don’t let her model look fool you though — Silvia’s as snuggly as they come. She’s the perfect lap-sized companion (yes, she will try to fit in your lap no matter what you’re doing) and loves being the center of attention. Whether she’s strutting her stuff outside or curling up like a tiny panther on the couch, Silvia knows how to steal hearts. 💖If you’re looking for a mix of sass, smarts, and snuggles, Silvia is your girl!📍 Humane Society of Henderson County🔗 Apply to adopt: www.hshcky.org📞 Questions? 270-826-8966#AdoptSilvia #AdoptDontShop #RescueDog #AdoptMe #HumaneSocietyofHendersonCounty #KentuckyDogs #AdoptLocal #RescueLove #HSHCKY #ShelterDog #PerfectSizePup #BlackDogMagic #FureverHomeFill out an adoption application online at: https://www.hshcky.org/
We'll also keep you updated on Rosco's adoption status with email updates.
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Rosco

Terrier (Unknown Type, Small)

Male, 3 yrs 6 mos
Henderson, KY
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Hi there! My name is Rosco, and let me tell you, these ears are something else, right? Just look at them! Aren't I adorable? Would you believe that someone actually dropped this cute face off in the country and abandoned me? Crazy, huh? Thankfully, a sweet person saw my irresistible charm and called the shelter to come rescue me.I'm a sprightly two-year-old on the smaller side of medium, which just means I'm the perfect size for all sorts of fun activities. I get along great with other dogs, making friends left and right. I mean, who could resist me?Now, let me be honest – I absolutely hate being locked in my kennel. It's like being grounded for no reason! Sometimes, I get so desperate to escape that I try to make a break for it. Freedom is calling, and I just can't resist! But oh, the joy when I finally get out to run and play. I am the happiest little guy you'll ever meet when I'm zooming around, ears flopping in the wind.Attention and affection? Yes, please! I soak up every bit of love I can get. And food? Well, let's just say I always seem like I'm starving. You see, food wasn't always a certainty for me, so I tend to act like every meal might be my last. I can't help it – I'm a foodie at heart!Despite my rough start, I'm a really sweet boy who just wants a home of his own. A place where I can get all the love, playtime, and treats a dog could dream of. If you're looking for a lovable, playful companion with a face and ears you can't resist, then I'm your guy. Come meet me, and let's make life a whole lot more fun together!Fill out an adoption application online at: https://www.hshcky.org/
We'll also keep you updated on Tank's adoption status with email updates.
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Tank

Terrier (Unknown Type, Small)

Male, 3 yrs 2 mos
Henderson, KY
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Fill out an adoption application online at: https://www.hshcky.org/

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Dog shelters and rescues in Henderson, Kentucky

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

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New Hope Animal Rescue

526 Atkinson St., Henderson, KY 42420

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Humane Society of Henderson County

203 Drury Lane, Henderson, KY 42420

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

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Pay It Forward Animal Welfare Network

1104 Loeb Street, Henderson, KY 42420

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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Second Chances Pet Rehab and Sanctuary - Southern IN

Evansville, IN 47701

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

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ACE Rescue Group of KY

Robards, KY 42452

Pet Types: dogs

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It Takes A Village No-Kill Rescue, Inc.

1417 N. Stockwell Road, Evansville, IN 47715

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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East Side Animal Hospital

4125 E. Morgan Avenue, Evansville, IN 47715

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Another Chance for Animals

P.O BOX 4336, Evansville, IN 47724

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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Evansville Animal Care and Control

815 Uhlhorn, Evansville, IN 47710

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

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Vanderburgh Humane Society

400 Millner Industrial Dr., Evansville, IN 47710

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

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Affenpinscher Afghan Hound Airedale Terrier Akbash Akita Alaskan Klee Kai Alaskan Malamute American Bulldog American Cocker Spaniel American Eskimo Dog American Hairless Terrier American Pit Bull Terrier American Staffordshire Terrier Anatolian Shepherd Aussiedoodle Australian Cattle Dog Australian Kelpie Australian Shepherd Australian Terrier Basenji Basset Hound Beagle Bearded Collie Beauceron Bedlington Terrier Belgian Laekenois Belgian Malinois Belgian Shepherd Belgian Tervuren Bernedoodle Bernese Mountain Dog Bichon Frise Black Mouth Cur Black and Tan Coonhound Bloodhound Blue Lacy/Texas Lacy Bluetick Coonhound Bolognese Border Collie Border Terrier Borzoi Boston Terrier Bouvier des Flandres Boxer Boykin Spaniel Briard Brittany Brussels Griffon Bull Terrier Bullmastiff 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