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Puppies and dogs in Brighton, Michigan

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Brighton, Michigan. 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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Lola

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, Young
Milford, MI
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
I adopted Lola from a litter of puppies through one of my daughters college classmates. She was born on 12/7/2022. Lola is a very smart and sweet dog. She is house trained, crate trained, obedient, friendly and loves affection. She is wonderful with children (as mentioned below I have 5 children), loves playing and has a very happy personality. The reason I am seeking a new home for Lola.....I am a single parent of 5 children and have an older dog as well. I recently learned that I must undergo severe back surgery and will be in recovery for several months. Also, my job has me out of the house 5-6 days a week and I often have to travel for work. Although I am very attached to Lola, I feel it will be best for her to be in a home where she can receive the attention that she deserves.
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Panda

Labrador Retriever Newfoundland

Female, Adult
South Lyon, MI
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
🐼💎🐼 ADOPT ME 🐼💎🐼 Our lovely gal Panda is now up for adoption!!! She is an absolute gem of a dog 💎💎💎 Someone had dumped her in a rural area and we still can’t understand why. She’s just delightful in every way!!! Panda is housebroken, polite, affectionate, very sweet, happy, enthusiastic and calm when necessary. She gets along very well with other dogs & cats. We believe her to be a Lab mix, with maybe some Newfoundland in her, but we are unsure. She’s about 70lbs. Although she’s one of our best behaved, nicest dogs she will probably be overlooked due to her being a big, black dog. She is special and we know it, she’s a beauty inside & out. The ideal home for Panda would be- 🐾 She could probably be an only dog or gets along well with others. She loves her humans, so ideally is looking for a human who would like a companion 🐾 We don’t know how old Panda is but are guessing she’s an early senior, maybe around 7? We have her on some joint supplements to help her age more gracefully. She’s still quite active & enjoys her walks & playtime. 🐾 Panda is very well behaved, but we are still working on her jumping on people when she is excited. She loves people! 😂 We don’t have a substantial amount of requirements for Panda as she is an exceptional gal just looking for love & a new family! If you are interested in adopting Panda🐼, you can fill out an application for adoption by visiting our website at - ➡️ www.Canineliberationleague.com Or emailing us for one at - ➡️ Canineliberationleague@gmail.com Panda is current on all her vaccines including Rabies, DHPP, Lepto & Bordetella. She is fecal & heartworm tested, microchipped & spayed. 📍LOCATION - South Lyon, MI
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Prince (light blue collar)

Rhodesian Ridgeback

Male, Puppy
South Lyon, MI
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Needs experienced adopter, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Prince is only 12 weeks. He’s one of six Rhodesians that we have left out of a litter of 12. He’s smart, adventurous, and listens well. Definitely food motivated and easy to train. Currently pad trained. Sleeps all night in a crate and is excited to go outside in the morning. Except he doesn’t like the morning cool air. But he loves to pretend he’s hunting! He’s going to be big like his dad. Adoptee should be familiar with rhodesians, they are a special breed.
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Park Ranger

English Shepherd

Male, Adult
Whitmore Lake, MI
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
I purchased Park Ranger during the pandemic and he was not socialized properly. He is afraid and aggressive towards children, he has not bit anyone but definitely not good with children. He is so, so handsome and intelligent but very protective of me which comes out as aggression towards others. He has had extensive ongoing training and he is coming along great but it appears that he will never be good with children and I have a lot of kids coming and going. He would be great on a farm or with someone who jogs, runs or is very active. He is free to a loving home, with create and all accessories. Ranger and I would need to meet you and feel comfortable that the transaction is best for Ranger and you 🩵. He loves playing frisbee and running in the woods and snuggling at night.
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Ranger

English Shepherd

Male, Adult
Whitmore Lake, MI
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Ranger is a loving and loyal dog but he can take a while to warm up to people. He is full of energy and ideally he would need a good open space to run around and someone who could go out and be active with him. He is a protective dog which can cause him to come off as aggressive, and unfortunately he doesn’t usually do well around small children. Ranger has a good heart and deserves a loving home where he can be himself.
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Daisy Mae

Beagle

Female, Young
Howell, MI
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
I rescued Daisy Mae in October of 2023 in Flint. She’s about a year and a half (maybe closer to 2) as the previous owner told me she had a litter not too long before I got her. Unfortunately, my living situation is no longer steady and I’m struggling to take proper care of her. Daisy’s very much a companion dog, never not at my side, loves to cuddle, play with her rubber bones and can run around outside all day long. She is very sweet and chill when she wants to be but I do take her on multiple walks a day. Because she is a rescue, she has some troubles with adult males and a bit shy with anyone new but with little time and care she will become very close and loyal to any and everyone.

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Pixie's Animal Welfare Society

PO Box 342, Brighton, MI 48116

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits

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Mosaic Animal Rescue

Hartland, MI 48353

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

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Canine Liberation League

South Lyon, MI 48178

Pet Types: dogs

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DragonFly Rescue & Resources

8844 Main St, Whitmore Lake, MI 48189

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

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Save and Train Puppy Rescue

, Whitmore Lake, MI 48189

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Tiny Lions Cat/Dog Rescue

Milford, MI 48381

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Always Hope Animal Rescue

PO Box 32, Howell, MI 48844

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits

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Hands for Paws

4120 E. Grand River Ave, PMB #120, Howell, MI 48843

Pet Types: dogs

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Michigan Humane - Livingston County

2464 Dorr Rd, Howell, MI 48843

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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