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Puppies and dogs in Sterling Heights, Michigan

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Sterling Heights, 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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Olaf

Chihuahua

Male, young
Shelby Township, MI
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
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Olaf, the chocolate Chihuahua, is about 4.5 years old and looking for the perfect, quiet home with someone who is familiar with anxious and fearfully reactive dogs. He would do best in a home with no children, and not a lot of visitors. Cats are a no go for Olaf as are most other dogs. He would be ok with one small, submissive, low-key doggie friend as he likes to play occasionally, but he isn't very good at normal dog play. We lovingly think of Olaf's personality as a cat trapped in a dog's body. Olaf takes a daily anxiety medication to help him feel safe in his everyday environment. Olaf will need an understanding and patient person that will allow him space and decompression time when he gets overstimulated. Olaf is crate trained and for the most part potty trained. However, like any small dog he isn’t a fan of going outside in the rain or cold. He walks wonderfully on leash as long as no off leash dogs approach him, and he also loves to travel in the car. He does like affection on his own terms and will let you know when he no longer wants attention. Olaf's perfect home will need to be willing to give him time and show him patience as he is settling in to your lifestyle, they must also be willing to continue working on training to ensure he lives a happy and safe life. Most importantly Olaf will need a person that is NOT expecting a snuggly lap dog. While he will occasionally snuggle and sit on your lap, it will only happen when he chooses it. His perfect person would be looking for a tiny, quirky shadow that is content with his mere presence as companionship. Olaf is spay/neutered, microchipped, current on vaccines, heartworm tested and on prevention. Adoption fee for Olaf is $350. If you are interested in adopting Olaf, please fill out an adoption application http://www.furgetusnotrescue.org/application.html .

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Diamond

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 4 yrs 5 mos
SHELBY TOWNSHIP, MI
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
This is Diamond! Diamond has the biggest head and heart. When she's not sitting in someone's lap, she's typically adventuring around the area! She is extremely curious and sweet. One of her favorite things to do is throw toys around to keep herself entertained! Diamond is an estimated 4 years old and 70 pounds. She is spayed, microchipped, and up-to-date on all vaccines.Thank you for showing an interest in our pets. We can never guarantee the breeds of the animals. We do not DNA test. Please feel free to call us with any questions.

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Deja

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 3 yrs 2 mos
SHELBY TOWNSHIP, MI
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Not good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
This is Deja! In the shelter environment, Deja is very stressed and can be a little more high energy than some of our pups. However, in a home, all Deja wants to do is nap on the couch with her people and watch a movie. Deja is a very strong girl so we recommend a fenced-in backyard for her! Deja loves all toys! Including tennis balls... which she loves a little *too* much, so we advise her future family to be a ""tennis ball-less house""!Thank you for showing an interest in our pets. We can never guarantee the breeds of the animals. We do not DNA test. Please feel free to call us with any questions.

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Winston

American Staffordshire Terrier Siberian Husky

Male, 7 yrs
SHELBY TOWNSHIP, MI
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Not good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
This is Winston! This guy is sure to be turning heads around the neighborhood because of his STUNNING good looks! Winston is on the older side, but you'd never know it by the way he LOVES to go on runs! Winston knows a variety of commands and walks great on leash! Winston has a bit of a sensitive tummy so he is on a very strict diet, but he doesnt let it get to him! The perfect end to Winston's day is falling asleep on a couch next to his favorite humans!Winston is an estimated almost 7 years old, neutered, microchipped, and up to date on all vaccines!Thank you for showing an interest in our pets. We can never guarantee the breeds of the animals. We do not DNA test. Please feel free to call us with any questions.

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Benz

Pointer

Male, 10 mos
SHELBY TOWNSHIP, MI
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
This is Benz! Benz is our inquisitive, playful, sweet rockstar! Benz is good with dogs, kids, and cats with proper training/introductions! Benz is your perfect mix of playful and snuggly. After a long day of playing fetch, you most certainly can find him sleeping on the nearest couch! Benz is around 9 months of age, neutered, microchipped, and up to date on all vaccines!Thank you for showing an interest in our pets. We can never guarantee the breeds of the animals. We do not DNA test. Please feel free to call us with any questions.

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Chico

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 1 yr 10 mos
SHELBY TOWNSHIP, MI
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Thank you for showing an interest in our pets. We can never guarantee the breeds of the animals. We do not DNA test. Please feel free to call us with any questions.

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Dog shelters and rescues in Sterling Heights, Michigan

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

Here are a few organizations closest to you:

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Furget Us Not

P.O Box 183078, Shelby Township, MI 48318

Pet Types: cats, dogs, small animals

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Michigan Humane - Sterling Heights Petco

13701 Lakeside Circle, Sterling Heights, MI 48313

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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Humane Society of Macomb

11350 22 MILE RD, SHELBY TOWNSHIP, MI 48317

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Precious Pets Adoption League

Sterling Heights, MI 48312

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Save a Galgo

34863 Schoenherr, Sterling Heights, MI 48312

Pet Types: dogs

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Redemption Road Rescue of Michigan

318 John R Road, #193, Troy, MI 48083

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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Paws for Life Rescue and Adoption

Mailing address only, 318 John R Rd. #244, Troy, MI 48083

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Michigan Humane - Premier Pet Supply Rochester Hills

63 W. Auburn Road, Rochester Hills, MI 48307

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

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The Animal Aid Foundation

PO Box 70033, Rochester Hills, MI 48307

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Faithful Friends Animal Rescue-Rochester Hills

Rochester Hills, MI 48307

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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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