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Puppies and dogs in Portage, Michigan

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Brother (with foster)

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 5 mos
Kalamazoo, MI
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Since his Sister got adopted, this sweet boy has been working really really hard on learning his puppy manners , learning about the world, and other people, and other doggies. And he is still waiting patiently for the PURRfect forever home! 🏡💜🐾 Brother knows how to sit, how to walk with his person, how to fetch, and he loves his stuffies and chew toys, and snuggling his favorite human! He loves going for car rides, and does well with his foster kitty siblings. Recently, he's been working really really hard on his confidence around other doggies. He loves everyone and wants to make friends and play, but when he's around other doggies he doesn't know, he sometimes gets scared. He is definitely going to need some extra support to learn confidence and manners... He's even been attending Puppy School!! His favorite thing to do is the balance beam! And he is working very hard with other puppies in building confidence and making friends! He always gets a good report card ☺️ Brother would probably do best with a patient puppy parent who is willing to show him that the outside world, and other doggies out there, aren't that bad! His trainer says he may never be a dog park dog, and that's ok!! But he can still build confidence to be able to go to the park, the vet, the pet store, and on fun walks and to not be so scared! He has been working so hard and doing so good and really deserves a forever home of his own! If you're interested in meeting Brother, apply online meow!
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Bucky (with foster!)

Mixed Breed (Small)

Male, 6 yrs
Kalamazoo, MI
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Buchanan (Bucky) is a sweet, chill, easy going guy... He came to us as a stray from another county. He loves to cuddle and follow his human around the house (especially "helping" in the kitchen aka watching out for fallen food!) and gets along just fine with all his kitty foster siblings! He does great with going in his crate, and going potty outside, listening and would be great for a chill home!!
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Ivy rose

American Staffordshire Terrier

Female, Young
Kalamazoo, 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
Sweet and loving girl, 2 years old. Unfortunately just do not have the time for her anymore. I want her to go to a home that can give her adequate attention and free time. She is extremely friendly, loves people and animals. She does well with cats and children. She has play dates with other dogs and does very well. Likes to hop around like a bunny. She enjoys going on adventures and car rides. Loves doing zoomies through the yard. She is a big cuddle bug. She is microchipped. Up to date on rabies and distemper, I have both her registration tag and her microchip information. She is fixed.
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Stella

Great Pyrenees Golden Retriever

Female, Adult
Kalamazoo, MI
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Stella is a great dog with plenty of personality. She needs a lot of exercise--more than I can provide at my age. I fostered her, and no suitable home was found, so I kept her, but knew that her need for action was beyond my physical capabilities. She needs space--and an INESCAPABLE fence. She escapes my well-fenced yard, despite everything I've done to block her. My concern is that she will come to harm. She is approximately five years old and spent her first four (without me) living in poor conditions. She's come a long way, and can very much warm up to people, but she has a rebel spirit in there if she's not properly challenged. Stella is terrified of storms and fireworks. She cannot be left alone during those events, and needs medication for those times. She's a cool, interesting dog!
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Dex

Australian Cattle Dog

Male, Young
Kalamazoo, MI
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
A happy energetic dog. Loves to play and enjoys long walks. Very smart. Not food motivated. Love’s playing with other dogs. We’re unable to provide the life that Dex deserves. My roommate and I are moving soon and can’t bring him along. I just hope someone needs a furbaby and has lots of time to spend with him, reaches out. He deserves the world!
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Tater Tot

Labrador Retriever

Male, Young
Kalamazoo, MI
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Tater Tot is a high energy dog who needs lots of space to play. He needs a firm hand and more training then we can give him. He has completed segment 1 beginner training at PetSmart and is very smart and food oriented. However he does NOT walk on a leash well. Tater is very loving but easily excited. He does whine when crated. He loves to play and his favorite toys are squeaky balls.

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Save Our Strays

Kalamazoo, MI 49008

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Kalamazoo County Animal Services & Enforcement

1316 Lamont Ave., Kalamazoo, MI 49048

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

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Quillin Animal Rescue - Michigan

1718 Golfview Avenue, Kalamazoo, MI 49001

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Animal Rescue Project

219 Peekstock, Kalamazoo, MI 49001

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Australian Shepherds Furever - Kalamazoo MI Chapter

PO Box 1676, Kalamazoo, MI 49001

Pet Types: dogs

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Forgotten Souls Rescue and Rehab

Vicksburg, MI 49097

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Wonderful And Grateful Strays Sanctuary (W.A.G.S.)

Vicksburg, MI 49097

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Crummel's Angels

Kalamazoo, MI 49006

Pet Types: cats, dogs, small animals

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SPCA of Southwest Michigan

6955 W KL Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49009

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Kalamazoo Animal Rescue

Kalamazoo, MI 49003

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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