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Puppies and dogs in Springfield, Missouri

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Springfield, Missouri. 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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Lady

Bichon Frise

Female, Young
Brookline, MO
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
We bought when she was a few weeks old. She is VERY loveable and playful. She is not totally house trained due to owner unable to walk her or take her out as necessary. She does pee outside. It's pooping that is unpredictable. With consistent training, she would be fine. She passed the first level of obedience training at Petco. She loves to play with our chihuahua. (But the chi is not too fond of it) Lady is smart and very trainable. She is kennel trained and loves to go to her kennel to nap. Owners' health is not permitting us to continue caring for her like she needs.
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Iris

Catahoula Leopard Dog

Female, Adult
Nixa, MO
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, Good with dogs, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Iris is a sweet dog with a little bit of a wild side. I adopted her in 2016 and she had been a stray, rescued by a local shelter. She is approximately 7 years old now. She does great with our beagle, but does get a little jealous of our toddler. Since having our toddler, we decided to make Iris an outside dog, which she loves. Chasing squirrels, watching birds, running and playing are a few of her favorite things. It breaks my heart to rehome her, but our new home does not give her the outdoor space I think she deserves. She could be happier on a farm, in a home without kids, or on a small bit of land. Over the last three years, she has developed a bit of sneezing which veterinarians have not been successful diagnosing. Allergy meds don’t seem to work, which is another reason she might be best outside or in a heated barn/garage with easy access outside. Iris is a sweet and loving dog. I love her to bits, but I feel that she deserves better than what I can now give her
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Koda

Labrador Retriever Australian Shepherd

Male, Puppy
Nixa, MO
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained,
Story
Koda needs some room to run and play. We work a lot a just don’t have the time to devote to him, unfortunately. He’s very well mannered. He listens well. He’s house broken.
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Kira

Jack Russell Terrier Husky

Female, Young
Fordland, MO
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
33lbs. 2.5 years old. She was rescued from the streets of San Antonio and has become a very well mannered indoor dog. Her caretaker is now in bad health and can no longer care for her. She is eager to learn and has progressed rapidly with the positive reinforcement training she has received. She loves the ball and will even toss the ball back to you although not always accurately. She would do great in an active family or someone who loves to engage training activities. Good energy but no over the top, she knows how to settle down as long as she gets some exercise. She has been in great health and we hope to find her a new caretaker(s) to welcome her as a indoor forever family member.
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Duke

Labrador Retriever Australian Shepherd

Male, Adult
Ozark, MO
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Duke is 7 years old and we have had him since he was a puppy. He is house broken and prefers to be inside. I don't think he would do well with cats, but everything else he is fine. We have 4 children and he loves them all. We are having to move and Duke is too big for our new home. His companion Daisy (female Great Pyrenees) was rehomed this week so I am sure he would like to be with another companion dog.
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Bear

Cavapoo

Male, Young
Billings, MO
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained,
Story
Bear was born 12/1/2023. First pic is him now . The other was when he was 8 weeks . I got him from a lovely lady who has bred dogs for at least 30 years now . He loves walks, bones, playing and lots of attention. He listens well and goes to the door and makes a point to dance around and gallop to try to get your attention. I let him outside with me , he stays around the area . He will wander if you aren't paying attention tho . He doesn't necessarily like baths but will endure it. Loves sitting on my lap a.d eating his bone . He has had his shots . I have a record of them but I don't have actual breeding papers . I am only home two hours an evening and gone most weekends . I rarely see him and vise versa. his dad is a cavalier Spaniard black white and grey and mom is a poodle. Will only get as big as he is right now I'm told . Weighs about 12 lbs . He has one blue eye and one brown , very unique. Loves fetching too.

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Dog shelters and rescues in Springfield, Missouri

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HavaHeart Rescue - Springfield, MO

P.O. Box 14336, Springfield, MO 65814

Pet Types: dogs

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Daisy Maes Strays

Springfield area, MO 65802

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Humane Society of Southwest Missouri

3161 W Norton Rd, Springfield, MO 65803

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Greyhound Pets of America - Springfield MO

P.O. Box 3693, Springfield, MO 65808

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Castaway Animal Rescue Effort

1328 - A West Sunshine, Springfield, MO 65807

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

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For the Love of Paws K-9 Rescue

Springfield, MO 65807

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Greyhound Pets of America - Springfield, MO

P.O. Box 3693, Springfield, MO 65804

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue One

Springfield, MO 65804

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Wonder Weims Rescue

Springfield, MO 65809

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Boxer/Schnauzer Rescue of the Ozarks

P.O. Box 8824, Springfield, MO 65801

Pet Types: dogs

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