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Puppies and dogs in Reno, Nevada

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Reno, Nevada. 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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Vince

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, Young
Sparks, NV
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Hello, I need to find a new home for Vince. Vince is very loving, wants to please and loves just being with people.
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Ginger

Australian Cattle Dog

Female, Senior
Sparks, NV
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
Sweet and calm older dog. Loves to have a person to follow around and sleeps a lot. Favorite things are belly rubs, treats and walks. Doesn’t bark unless someone knocks on door/there is a visitor and will bark at them until she gives them sniffs (seems to bark at men in hats more than others). She has separation anxiety and can’t be left alone in a house but is kennel trained and can be left in kennel alone for up to four hours. Waits in cars patiently for up to an hour. Sometimes has belly issues and needs to eat grass if seen licking carpet. Doesn’t play, don’t rough house with her but likes a squeaky ball/toy. Needs to eat from slow bowl and do not hand feed any treats (gets too excited and may bite finger). Does well with other dogs as long as they don’t try to play with her. She does not play or rough house. Don’t let children put face in hers. Does well with older children who would just pet her but doesn’t like to be played rough with
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Sophie

German Shepherd Dog

Female, Adult
Sparks, NV
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
We found her on the side of the freeway in Idaho, posted her on Facebook for 2 months and nobody claimed her, have had her for over a year now but currently we live in a small area and just had a newborn, I work out of town and my wife is has her hands full so I know she is not getting the attention she needs. She is well poddy trained and she doesn’t pee or poop on grass.
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Skye

Husky

Female, 2 yrs 10 mos
Washoe Valley, NV
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Skye Husky - 1-2years old - Female Skye is the mother to Daisy, Tommy, Stevie, Gillian and Ellyn. When she was first picked up as a stray dog in Lassen County the animal control officers didn't even realize she was pregnant! A few days later there were puppies in her kennel, what a surprise! Now that she's had time to raise her little ones (she has been a FANTASTIC mom!) it's time for her to focus on herself. She's so young and it's clear that she is just a pup herself. She's playful and mischievous, as any good husky should be! Her future family should be active and be ready to give lots of belly rubs. Skye has a pretty high prey drive and would not be a good candidate for a home with cats or other small critters such as chickens or rabbits. She has done well with all dogs we have introduced her to so far and has a very pleasant temperament with other dogs. She can be wary of new people at first, especially men, but treats absolutely help! Typically she warms up within a few minutes and then she will literally be in your lap! We believe Skye is between 1-2 years old. She is fully vaccinated, dewormed and microchipped. She will need to wait 2 weeks post-weaning her puppies to be spayed, so if that doesn't happen before she goes home a voucher will be provided to cover the cost of that at our vet!
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Solo

German Shepherd Dog Husky

Female, Adult
Dayton, NV
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
We have had Solo since she was a puppy. We have both her parents. Mother is German Shepherd, and Father is Husky. You can see them both in the 3rd picture. Recently, my wife has gone out of the country for an extended stay, and I am working constantly, so I don't have time to give them the attention and exercise they need. Solo and the Husky have been digging up under our fence (1.5 acres) and are terrorizing the neighborhood. If the Husky is at home alone, he stays home with the Shepherd, but of both Solo and the Husky are left on their own, they constantly escape. Solo needs someone who can spend time with her and keep her occupied. Otherwise she looks for a chance to get out. She is very gentle and very attentive. Loves to play. Does not like our cat, and will attack chickens or rabbits if she can get to them. Needs confinement and entertainment.
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Freddy

Anatolian Shepherd Labrador Retriever

Male, 4 yrs 6 mos
Incline Village, NV
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
Freddy was chained at a property in Cancun. Very short chain with limited access to food and water. He was very thin with skin issues, and basically neglected, yet his sunny disposition still shone. After being rescued, he blossomed into an incredible dog. Somewhat territorial with other males (his "job" having been to protect the property where he'd been living); he does get along with most dogs and all people. He has a sweet, inherent spirit. From our website: FREDDY✨ 😎 Breed: terrier/australian shepherd mix 🐶 Age 3 years 🌍 Location: Cancun, Mexico but we will bring him to Lake Tahoe for adoption in the future 💙 Male 📏 Size: medium ⚖️ Weight: 12 kg (26 lbs) 🩺Vetting: Full vaccine complete, Puppy, Quíntuple Rabies, Bordatella. Dewormed, Spayed/ Neutered, 4DX snap, Nexgarde/Simparica. Healthy. 💃Energy: ACTIVE 🐶Dog Friends: Yes 👧🏽 Friends: Yes – he has been friendly with dogs. He is an ACTIVE absolutely loving boy and definitely one’s best friend ⛓Leash etiquette: Yes 🥘 Resource guarding: He was chained to a tree for 3 years so food is his main interest for now He is very obedient when spoken to and well behaved but needs a little of basic training, everything is new for him 📣 Bark/noisy: Will bark only to communicate and sometimes when he is excited and happy 🏡 Housebroken: Yes ⛓ Leash etiquette: Yes ! 🚙 Good in car: Yes, calm in the car! TEMPERAMENT FREDDY is an incredibly sweet and loving dog, very calm. He would make for a great companion to someone who is looking for a companion, he loves to be around people and Freddy is beginning to explore the world. He also would be great with a family, as he already has shown gentle affection. Freddy is currently working with a trainer in Cancun to overcome his territorial issues. We would love him to go to a very special person/family due to his rough beginning. With the right people, he will make a very good companion.

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Dog shelters and rescues in Reno, Nevada

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Nevada Humane Society: Reno

2825 Longley Ln Ste. B, Reno, NV 89502

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

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Washoe County Animal Services - Reno

2825-A Longley Lane, Reno, NV 89502

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Boxers and Buddies

Reno, NV 89502

Pet Types: dogs

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Reno Tahoe Rescue Society

881 Glendale Ave, Sparks, NV 89431

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

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FOR PETS' SAKE, INC

RENO, NV 89501

Pet Types: dogs

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United Yorkie Rescue - Z Reserved

Reno, NV 89501

Pet Types: dogs

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Palomino Valley Pet Rescue

1285 baring Blvd #276, Sparks, NV 89434

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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SPCA of Northern Nevada

4950 Spectrum Blvd., Reno, NV 89512

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Bully pawtrol rescue

sun valley, NV 89433

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The Dog House Rescue

13120 Companion Court, Reno, NV 89511

Pet Types: dogs

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