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Puppies and dogs in East Lansing, Michigan

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in East Lansing, 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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Cooper

Mixed Breed (Large)

Male, Adult
Lansing, MI
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
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Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Say howdy to Cooper!This dashing four-year-old pooch has a heart as big as his size! With his striking good looks and love for the great outdoors, Cooper is always up for an adventure, ready to tackle any trail or sniff out every tree in the neighborhood. This handsome hound is not just a pretty face - he's got brains too, mastering commands like sit, down, and shake with ease. When it comes to playtime, Cooper's toy collection rivals that of a professional athlete, with tennis balls and squeaky toys being his MVPs. While he may take a moment to warm up to new pals, once the ice is broken, Cooper's playful side shines through. Energetic and eager for a job to do, Cooper is the ultimate partner in crime for anyone seeking a furry friend to share life's adventures. His stance on doggy friendships is a bit unpredictable; Cooper is not quite sure if he wants any dog friends in his life.If you are enjoy a more active lifestyle and are in search of some adventure, then come and say hello to Cooper!Are you on the fence about adopting? Consider fostering for two weeks. It's a great way to see how Cooper fits in your home before making things official. Please call us for more information at (517) 626-6060 or email us at adoptions@adoptlansing.org today!

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Gracie

Mixed Breed (Large)

Female, Adult
Lansing, MI
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Roses are red,Violets are blue,Gracie is excited,To come home with you!Three-year-old Gracie has a gentle soul and sometimes a shy demeanor. She may need some extra time to warm up to new faces, but once she does, she revels in the attention and affection showered upon her. Gracie adores being close to people and delights in gentle pets and cuddles. Gracie is also a fan of most treats, especially a pup cup. It would be a great way to help break the ice with this sweet lady. Gracie enjoys time outside, whether it's some play time or a leisurely stroll in the sun. She's working on her doggy manners and knows how to sit on command. She would love to learn some new skills or tricks. Gracie might appreciate the company of a feline friend in her new home. She might prefer the company of cats over other dogs. With a bit of patience and love, Gracie is sure to blossom into a devoted companion.Are you on the fence about adopting? Consider fostering for two weeks. It's a great way to see how Gracie fits in your home before making things official. Please call us for more information at (517) 626-6060 or email us at adoptions@adoptlansing.org today!

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Rocky

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, Adult
Lansing, MI
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Who's got a mighty spirit and a heart full of love?It's 6-month-old Rocky. Once you meet this playful and lovable fella, you will agree that he is a true champion! Rocky is a total socialite, soaking up attention and affection like a sponge. He's already mastered the basics like sit and down. But Rocky is itching for some extra training to learn some new doggy tricks. He wants to impress his fans. When it's playtime, Rocky's in his element. He loves all sorts of toys and is always ready to chase a few tennis balls too. This enthusiastic fella might enjoy some furry friends to share in all of the tail-wagging adventures.So what are you waiting for? Come meet Rocky and make him a part of your family today!Are you on the fence about adopting? Consider our Test Drive Adoption Program. It's a great way to see how Rocky fits in your home before making things official. Please call us for more information at (517) 626-6060 or email adoptions@adoptlansing.org today!

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Ziva

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, Adult
Lansing, MI
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Say howdy to fun-loving Ziva!This three-year-old gal has a zest for life as infectious as her wagging tail! Ziva is ready for a loving home where her days will be filled with adventure and lots of cuddles too. This social lady is a certified people lover and is eager to spend her time as your bestie. Whether it's a stroll in the park, a hike in the woods, or a scenic drive in the car, Ziva enjoys the outdoors. She might even make a great running buddy! Toss her a tennis ball and watch her go, though fetching might not be her forte-she's all about the chase! And when it comes time to wind down, Ziva is a champion snuggler, ready to shower you with love and maybe some doggy kisses too. She's always open for a tasty treat and would love to share a snack with you, peanut butter and pup cups are her absolute favorites.Once you meet this charming gal, she's sure to steal your heart. Ziva dreams of a home where she can reign as the sole furry monarch, no other pets please.But don't you worry, Ziva will bring all the love and laughter that you will need. If you're looking for a side-kick for all of life's adventures, then Ziva wants to meet you.Are you on the fence about adopting? Consider fostering for two weeks. It's a great way to see how Ziva fits in your home before making things official. Please call us for more information at (517) 626-6060 or email us at adoptions@adoptlansing.org today!

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Teddi

Mixed Breed (Large)

Male, Adult
Lansing, MI
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Who's that adorable boy, adorned in spots?Say hello to 2-year-old Teddi.Behind this handsome, hunky exterior lies a gentle, teddy bear at heart. Teddi is a sweetheart of a guy and is not shy when it comes to affection. You may start with some gentle rubs of his ears or chest and before long, Teddi may rest his head on your legs or just try to climb up in your lap. His waggin' tail will let you know just how happy he is. Sometimes it takes Teddi a little time to warm up in new situations so taking things slow helps this gentle guy feel more comfortable.Teddi is a quick learner, especially when tasty snacks are involved. He'd be happy to show you how well he can sit. His foster mom said that he is house-trained and, and that he quickly learned how to ring the bell to go outside. He's a playful guy who loves to go for walks, but is also content just hanging out, chewing on a favorite bone.Teddi is friendly with other 4-legged friends and wouldn't mind sharing his home with another doggy friend or cat friend too. Do you have a heart or lap big enough for this snuggle boy? Swing on by and say hello to Teddi. He's ready to share some new adventures with you.Are you on the fence about adopting? Consider our Test Drive Adoption program. It's a great way to see how Teddi fits in your home before making things official. Please call us for more information at (517) 626-6060 or email us at adoptions@adoptlansing.org today!

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Lauren

Mixed Breed (Large)

Female, Adult
Lansing, MI
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Are you looking for a sweet, loveable snuggle bug?Say hello to 1-year-old Lauren!This gentle girl is a real fan of being with her people and would love to be your bestie. She can take a little while to warm up to new situations or when making new friends. But once Lauren is comfortable, she will want to hang out with you and will lean in close to ask for some pets. She's eager to cuddle on the couch while you binge a favorite show or relax with a good book.Lauren's not so sure about dog friends and would appreciate a slow introduction to other canine companions. She might enjoy a calm, polite dog who knows when to give her some space.Do you have room on your couch for this sweet pooch? Swing on by and say hello to Lauren.Are you on the fence about adopting? Consider fostering for two weeks. It's a great way to see how Lauren fits in your home before making things official. Please call us for more information at (517) 626-6060 or email Adoptions@AdoptLansing.org today!

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Dog shelters and rescues in East Lansing, Michigan

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

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Buddies 4 Buddies Rescue

Lansing, MI 48912

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

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THE DOG FARM

PO BOX 21104, LANSING, MI 48909

Pet Types: dogs

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Animal Placement Bureau

PO Box 80146, Lansing, MI 48909

Pet Types: dogs

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Hounds Haven Animal Rescue

Lansing, MI 48933

Pet Types: dogs

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Eskie Rescuers United American Eskimo Dog Rescue, Inc. - Michigan

Lansing, MI 48901

Pet Types: dogs

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New Rattitude - Michigan

Lansing, MI 48901

Pet Types: dogs

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4 Paws Boxer Rescue

Lansing, MI 48910

Pet Types: dogs, rabbits

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Capital Area Humane Society

7095 West Grand River Avenue, Lansing, MI 48906

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

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Misfit Cat Rescue

Lansing, MI 48906

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Alaskan Malamute Rescue of SE MI

to be determined, MI 48906

Pet Types: dogs

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Labrador Retriever Chihuahua American Pit Bull Terrier Beagle German Shepherd Dog Shih Tzu Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier Boxer Poodle (Miniature) Dachshund Husky Pug American Staffordshire Terrier Jack Russell Terrier Maltese Pomeranian American Bulldog Rottweiler Border Collie Australian Cattle Dog
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
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