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Puppies and dogs in Forest Lake, Minnesota

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Forest Lake, Minnesota. 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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Marley

Mastiff American Staffordshire Terrier

Male, Adult
Forest Lake, MN
Size
(when grown) X-Large 101 lbs (46 kg) or more
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Mugsy

Bernedoodle

Male, Puppy
East Bethel, MN
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Not good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Mugsy is one of two dogs we rescued after COVID restrictions were lifted and people found they did not have time for them. Mugsy is a bit timid but once he warms up to a person he sticks to you. He is house trained and knows a few commands but he is not really well traiined. Mugsy is very smart and this would change wit the right owner. Although he can be timid with people he is the alpha with other dogs. I would like to rehome Mugsy and Cooper together as they are very bonded. I am very sad that I have to part with these two dogs.
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Cooper

Labradoodle Labradoodle

Male, Adult
East Bethel, MN
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Cooper is one of two dogs that we rescued once COVID restrictions ended. Sadly, the owners found that they did not have the time for either of them. Cooper is very affectionate and will take as much petting as you can give him. Cooper is also very smart. He is housetrained but otherwise not a ton of training. He would do well with training! I would really like to see both dogs adopted by the same people. They are very bonded. I am unable to keep them due to a change in my circumstances.
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Sadie

Australian Cattle Dog

Female, Adult
Chisago City, MN
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Not good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Sadie is 4 and a half years old. She's a sweet dog with a lot of energy that needs attention. She is a mutt as I adopted her from a shelter when she was just a puppy. She doesn't get along with my family dog and has attacked her a few times as a territorial response and not getting the attention an Australian cattle dog needs. I feel best she would do better in a home where she has free rang and isn't cooped up in a kennel while someone is at work. She's housetrained and doesn't rip anything up. She's kennel trained. She needs a lot of exercise and has lots of love to give. I love her to death, but I feel she deserves better than I could give her. Whoever gets her is extremely lucky. She just doesn't do well with other dogs. She may do well with a dog that's much bigger than her to dominate her. As long as exercise is there.
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Mabel

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, Puppy
Blaine, MN
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Needs experienced adopter, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Mabel is a 16 week AMERICAN BULLY pup. She is blue/white. We got her at 10 weeks. I have pics of the parents-see end of list of pics.She is a great pup. She is picking up on potty training using a bell. She quickly learned her name, sit, stay, & come. She is food motivated & easy to teach commands. She is a snuggly. She loves to be near people. She uses her crate at night/work time. Unfortunately, she was getting too overstimulated by outdoor play/chase with my 10 year old son. She started mild biting and we shrugged it off in the context of teething. But, she bit and held on at 14 weeks and my partner insisted we get her out of the home for training. We sent her to an excellent board and train program for behavioral modification and impulse control. She was making great progress but bit a dog one time. The trainer says she is an amazing dog but just needs the right home. The trainer is happy to talk to potential adopter to assure the right home without kids, maybe without a dog.
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Shelties

Sheltie, Shetland Sheepdog

Female, Adult
Circle Pines, MN
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs special attention, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
We adopt locally to the Twin Cities metro. We are not able to coordinate distance placements. Visit our website for more information on Shelties available for adoption: mnsheltierescue.org/available.

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Dog shelters and rescues in Forest Lake, Minnesota

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

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Saving Shepherds of Minnesota

PO Box 2, Hugo, MN 55038

Pet Types: dogs

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Pleading Paws Pet Rescue

PO BOX 357, Hugo, MN 55038

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits

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Minnesota Sheltie Rescue

P.O. Box 395, Circle Pines, MN 55014

Pet Types: dogs

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Second Chances Open Arms Rescue

PO Box 113, Kellogg, MN 55045

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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The Rescue Crew

14033 Round Lake Blvd NW, Andover, MN 55304

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Northwoods Animal Rehabilitation Sanctuary & Adoption Center "NARS"

Andover, MN 55304

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

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Adopt A Husky Minnesota

PO Box 490641, Blaine, MN 55449

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescued Pets are Wonderful

PO Box 490201, Blaine, MN 55449

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Minnesota Basset Rescue

St. Paul, MN 55110

Pet Types: dogs

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Second Chance Animal Rescue

P.O. Box 10533, White Bear Lake, MN 55110

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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