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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Crete, Nebraska. To learn more about each adoptable dog, click on the "i" icon for fast facts, or their photo or name for full details.

Poppy

Staffordshire Bull Terrier

Female, Adult

Friend, NE

Size

(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)

Details

Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Poppy is a sweet, snuggle-bug of a dog. She loves people. Her entire body wags when she sees people. She is so gentle that she refuses to play tug of war. We came from a shelter in Dallas at 6 months old. She'd been hit by a car and fractured her hip. She's healed, but she gets sore after a few miles. It doesn't stop her from being a good hiking buddy. We've worked on verbal recall and heeling. She does need about half a mile to work out the excitement of walks, but once she's great once she's found your pace. She is 60 pounds of lap dog and will spend whole afternoons snuggling. Our kids were elementary age when we brought her home. So, she's always been around kids. We also have cats and chickens and she's not bothered them. She sits, lays down, waits for treats, and shakes. Unfortunately, she has some anxiety and food aggression with other dogs. She's on prozac for anxiety. However, the food aggression has resulted in her biting our other dog. She needs to be the only dog.

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Potato

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 12 yrs 8 mos

LINCOLN, NE

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

This gorgeous girl is aptly named Potato due to her spud-like physique. Potato is estimated to be around 12 years old and she came to us after her elderly owner was no longer able to take care of her. Potato came to us at a hefty 45 lbs and is now currently 35 lbs! She's looking for a family who will help her maintain her healthy lifestyle. Potato is used to having someone home most of the day, so she would greatly benefit from an adopter who is retired or works from home. She loves her people greatly and experiences some separation anxiety when she is left alone. Potato is fostered with children and other dogs and does great. She's a chunky girl who loves her food and would benefit from being separated while feeding (so she doesn't try to fight for her fur siblings' food)! Watch Potato in action here: https://youtube.com/shorts/gqFwlgUEKOYhttps://youtube.com/shorts/vEdWPdeYqKU House trained: Yes Leash trained: Yes. She loves going on walks! She'll get excited if we pass other dogs and try to go towards them. But she really doesn't move to fast and she's easy to control.Kennel trained: No - she does not like her kennel, but she's not destructive.Rides well in a car: Yep, she's happy to go on car rides.Good with other dogs: Yes - she can be a bit of a bully to small dogs but does well with medium/large dogs Good with cats: Not fostered with cats, but we think she'd do fine.Good with young children (under 10): Yes, she's fostered with kids under 5 - does best with children who will respect her boundaries Shy or confident: Confident. She's not shy with visitors and will approach them for attention.Barks: YesApartment qualified: No due to separation anxiety barking Special needs or health concerns: Potato recently had a dental cleaning and senior bloodwork. Everything looks age-appropriate! She might have some diminished hearing but it doesn't impact her day-to-day. We believe Potato is a small/medium-sized mix and is around 12 years old. She is fostered in a private home in Lincoln. The adoption fee is $200 which helps cover the cost of vetting procedures. Adoptable pets will have received age-appropriate vaccines and dewormings, a microchip, heartworm test (if applicable) and a spay/neuter. If you’re interested in adopting this puppy/dog, please submit an inquiry or email BraveAnimalRescue@gmail.com to ask about our adoption process (please check your spam or junk email if you do not hear back from us within a few business days). We are 100% volunteer staffed and will respond to your email as soon as possible. After you have submitted an and been approved, we will set up a meet and greet between you and the puppy/dog. Please be sure to follow us on Facebook and Instagram to learn more about Brave Animal Rescue and our mission. ##2498024##

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Taz

Labrador Retriever

Male, 14 yrs

LINCOLN, NE

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,

Story

Sweet 14-Year-Old Labrador Retriever Looking for a Cozy Retirement Meet our gentle senior boy, Taz, a 14-year-old Labrador Retriever with a heart as big as his soulful eyes. After a lifetime of loving companionship, he’s now looking for a calm home where he can spend her golden years surrounded by kindness, soft beds, and caring people. This sweet Lab is incredibly affectionate and people-oriented. He loves being near his humans—whether that means leaning in for pets, resting his head on your lap, or quietly keeping you company while you relax. His favorite activities these days are sniffing around the yard, and long, cozy naps. Despite his age, he still has plenty of love to give. He’s gentle, well-mannered, and would thrive in a peaceful home where he can enjoy a slower pace of life. A soft bed, warm blankets, and someone who appreciates senior-dog cuddles would make his dreams come true. Senior dogs like him have a special kind of magic—they’re grateful, calm, and deeply loyal. All he’s hoping for is a safe place to rest his paws and a family who will cherish him. If you’re looking for a devoted companion who will fill your home with quiet love, this sweet Lab might be the perfect match. He’s ready for a comfy couch and a forever heart. House trained: YesLeash trained: YesKennel trained: YesRides well in a car: Yes, though it is harder for him to get in and out of a carGood with other dogs: YesGood with cats: YesGood with young children (under 10): Unknown but we think he would be fineApartment qualified: No due to stairsHealth concerns or special needs: Taz does have a limp from arthritis and will probably need pain control medication for the remainder of his life. We believe this dog is a Lab mix and is 14 years old. This dog is fostered in a private home in Lincoln. The adoption fee is $200 which helps cover the cost of vetting procedures. Adoptable pets will have received age-appropriate vaccines and dewormings, a microchip, heartworm test (if applicable) and a spay/neuter. If this pet is under 6 months old, it may still need to be spayed/neutered. This procedure is scheduled through Brave by the age of 6 months and the cost is covered through the adoption fee. If you’re interested in adopting this puppy/dog, please submit an inquiry or email BraveAnimalRescue@gmail.com to ask about our adoption process (please check your spam or junk email if you do not hear back from us within a few business days). We are 100% volunteer staffed and will respond to your email as soon as possible. After you have submitted an and been approved, we will set up a meet and greet between you and the puppy/dog. Please be sure to follow us on Facebook and Instagram to learn more about Brave Animal Rescue and our mission. ##2676152##

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Cleo

Pomeranian

Female, 1 yr 8 mos

LINCOLN, NE

Size

(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less

Details

Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Say hi to Cleo! At 15 lbs and 1.5 years old, Cleo is a great little dog. She loves people and is happy to be a part of the party. She has shown great house manners in her foster home, going potty outside, adjusting to sleeping in a kennel, and chewing on appropriate toys. Cleo is affectionate and will hop onto the couch to snuggle with you as you settle in for some TV. Cleo is not fostered with cats or kids, so we can't say for certain how she would do around them. She jumps some, so we would suggest an adults-only home or a family with older children would be best. Cleo enjoys the company of the mellow dogs in her foster home but has also been known to have "little dog syndrome" where she tries to pick fights. Because of this, we would prefer for her to be the only dog in the home or adopted to a home who has a VERY submissive dog. House trained: YesLeash trained: YesKennel trained: Yes - barks a little at first, but getting betterRides well in a car: YesGood with other dogs: Does well with calm, non-reactive dogs in her foster home but is definitely an instigator, so we'd be most comfortable with her as an only petGood with cats: Unknown Good with young children (under 10): Would do best with older kidsShy or confident: Shy/unsure initially but warms up quickly Barks: Sometimes in kennel or if dogs around her are barking Apartment qualified: Right now no due to some barking Health concerns or special needs: None We believe Cleo is a pomeranian mix and was born around 7-1-2024. She is fostered in a private home in Lincoln. The adoption fee is $300 which helps cover the cost of vetting procedures. Adoptable pets will have received age-appropriate vaccines and dewormings, a microchip, heartworm test (if applicable) and a spay/neuter. If you’re interested in adopting this puppy/dog, please submit an inquiry or email BraveAnimalRescue@gmail.com to ask about our adoption process (please check your spam or junk email if you do not hear back from us within a few business days). We are 100% volunteer staffed and will respond to your email as soon as possible. After you have submitted an and been approved, we will set up a meet and greet between you and the puppy/dog. Please be sure to follow us on Facebook and Instagram to learn more about Brave Animal Rescue and our mission. ##2630452##

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CHESTER

Dachshund

Male, Adult

Lincoln, NE

Size

(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less

Details

Not good with kids, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Meet Chester: Your Future Tiny Tyrant Listen… we’ve written a lot of adoption posts. We've done our best to keep things pawsitive for all our adoptables, but Chester deserves a legendary introduction, and we are here to deliver. At first glance, he’s a 20-pound cutie with big eyes and a “take me home!” face. Do not be fooled. This is a land shark in a dog suit. Chester is the kind of dog who was clearly told he was perfect one too many times. Boundaries? Never met her. Rules? Not in his house. Your stuff? Also his stuff. Want to crate him? You'd have better luck wrestling an alligator back into the swamp. Chester’s hobbies include: *Fluffing his mohawk to up his street cred *Testing your reflexes *Staring into your soul to see if you’re weak *Being 20 pounds of unearned confidence He needs an adult‑only home and someone who can look him dead in the eye and say, “Not today, sir.” Think Mother of Dragons energy, but with treats and structure. The good news? He loves men. Perhaps a lifelong bachelor could continue his education in “How Not to Be a Tiny Menace 101.” Chester isn’t for everyone. He isn’t even for most people. But for the right, brave, chaos‑loving human, he might just be the funniest, spiciest little project you’ve ever taken on. Serious inquiries only. No, we will not make exceptions. No takesy‑backsies (okay fine, but please don’t). Chester is a Dachshund/mix who was was born approximately 11-19-18. He is neutered, vaccinated, microchipped, given flea/tick preventative, dewormed, tested heartworm negative and started on heartworm prevention. Adoption fee is $250 to help offset the many expenses we have for vetting costs. We rely strictly on adoption fees and donations to continue to save the lives of orphaned & abandoned pets; 100% goes towards their care. ***If you are serious about adopting, you must first complete and submit an application on our website. Our Adoption Team will respond via email from DollysLegacyAdoptions@gmail.com once you have completed an application. If a pet is still listed, it is not yet adopted as we update daily. All information regarding adoption policies are on our website***

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JACK

Labrador Retriever Great Pyrenees

Male, Young

Lincoln, NE

Size

(when grown) X-Large 101 lbs (46 kg) or more

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Meet Jack, a regal gentleman with a puppy’s heart! Weighing in at about 100 pounds, Jack is a big, noble boy whose gentle nature makes him truly special. Despite his impressive size, Jack is incredibly sweet and patient. He does wonderfully with other dogs and is fantastic with children—even newborns. His calm demeanor, kind spirit, and impeccable house manners make him an easy and lovable companion to have around. Jack doesn’t bark much, greets strangers like old friends, and carries himself with a quiet confidence that matches his statuesque good looks. One look into his soulful eyes and you’ll understand why everyone falls for him. Jack has attended doggy daycare a few times and always receives glowing reports for being playful and social with dogs of all sizes and ages. He enjoys making friends and would likely thrive in a home with another friendly dog. He hasn’t been exposed to cats that we know of, so a slow introduction would be recommended if there are feline friends in the home. Jack would love a home with a yard where he can stretch his long legs and enjoy the outdoors. Because of his size and enthusiasm, he does need a bit more training on leash walking—he’s strong and sometimes likes to pull—but he’s a smart boy who will do well with guidance and consistency. Jack originally joined our rescue as a tiny 3-month-old puppy and was adopted with his sister, Winnie. Sadly, the family’s young child developed respiratory difficulties related to a dog allergy, and they were heartbroken to return them. Jack would absolutely love to be adopted alongside Winnie again, but it isn’t required. If you’re looking for a loyal, gentle giant with a playful spirit and a heart full of love, Jack might just be the perfect addition to your family. Jack is a male Labrador Retriever/Great Pyreness who was was born 10-1-24 and currently weighs 100.6 lbs. He is neutered, vaccinated, microchipped, given flea/tick preventative, tested heartworm negative and given heartworm prevention. Adoption fee is $450 to help offset the many expenses we have for vetting costs. We rely strictly on adoption fees and donations to continue to save the lives of orphaned & abandoned pets; 100% goes towards their care. ***If you are serious about adopting, you must first complete and submit an application on our website. Our Adoption Team will respond via email from DollysLegacyAdoptions@gmail.com once you have completed an application. If a pet is still listed, it is not yet adopted as we update daily. All information regarding adoption policies are on our website***

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Stickneys Toy Breed Rescue and Retirement Sanctuary

Cortland, NE 68331

Pet Types: dogs

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Revolution Rescue

Lincoln, NE 68512

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Brave Animal Rescue

LINCOLN, NE 68502

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Dolly's Legacy Animal Rescue

P.O. Box 23122, Lincoln, NE 68542

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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BAMM Rescue -Lincoln, NE Foster

Lincoln, NE 68508

Pet Types: dogs

Shelter

Capital Humane Society

6500 S 70th St, Lincoln, NE 68516

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

Rescue

MidAmerica Rottweiler Rescue

PO Box 6221, Lincoln, NE 68506

Pet Types: dogs

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Max Raven Animal Rescue

4516 Sherman Street, Lincoln, NE 68506

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

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Big Red Rescue of the Heartland

2840 South 70th Street Suite # 7-288, Lincoln, NE 68506

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, small animals

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Coalition for Pet Protection

Lincoln, NE 68506

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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