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Puppies and dogs in Dunkirk, New York

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Millie / Angel

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 10 mos
Dunkirk, NY
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(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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Available for adoption at Lakeshore Humane Society in Dunkirk Ny ?????? Meet Angel! This adorable mix breed muppet is approximately 9 months old. Angel is a sweet, friendly girl . She enjoys playing in the LHS yard with the other dogs. We are unsure how she is with cats. Angel will need training to work on basic commands and leash walking. She is eager to please so with consistency, she should catch on quickly. Angel is a young, active dog so she needs an active owner to keep up with her. Her owner should have the time, patience and energy to dedicate to her. If you can give Angel the life she deserves, please fill out our online application or stop in during open hours. Wednesday 6-8pm or Saturday 12-3p.https://www.lakeshorehumanesociety.org/online-adoption-form
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Reina

Chihuahua

Female, 4 yrs 8 mos
Dunkirk, NY
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(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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Tonka

Shar Pei

Male, 2 yrs
Dunkirk, NY
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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Meet Tonka! ??If you’re looking for a loyal companion who will form an incredible bond with his person, Tonka may be your perfect match. This handsome 2-year-old Shar-Pei is a classic representative of his breed— smart, devoted, a little stubborn, and always keeping an eye on the people he loves.Tonka can be a bit reserved when meeting new people and prefers to take things at his own pace. But once you’ve earned his trust, you’ll have a best friend for life. His loyalty runs deep, and he’ll happily be by your side through all of life’s adventures.Tonka enjoys the company of other dogs and could do well with a canine companion. We’re unsure how he feels about cats. Because he appreciates a calmer environment, we recommend a home with older children.Like many dogs, Tonka has shown some resource guarding around his food bowls. The good news? He’s been working hard on this behavior and has already made great progress. His future family should be committed to continuing his training using positive reinforcement.Tonka will also need help learning basic manners, leash walking, and commands. Enrolling in a training class would be a wonderful way to build his confidence, strengthen your bond, and help him become the very best version of himself.Because of his breed traits and training needs, Tonka is looking for a dog-savvy owner. Previous experience with Shar-Peis — or a willingness to learn about this unique and rewarding breed — would be a huge plus.Tonka isn’t looking for a perfect family. He’s looking for the right family— one that understands that trust takes time, patience pays off, and the strongest friendships are often the ones you work for. If that sounds like you, Tonka is ready to meet his forever best friend so please fill out our online application or stop in during open hours. Wednesday 6-8pm or Saturday 12-3p
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Max

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 2 yrs 7 mos
Dunkirk, NY
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
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Max is approximately a year and a half. He is a friendly & energetic boy who loves attention. Max will need work on basic commands and leash walking. His new owner needs to have the time, patience and energy to care for him. We are recommending no young children because of his exuberance. Max does seem to get along with other dogs. If you are interested in this adorable guy, please fill out our online application or stop in during open hours, Wednesdays 6-8pm or Saturdays 12-3pm.
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Cooper

Labrador Retriever

Male, 13 yrs
Dunkirk, NY
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(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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Looking for a loyal sidekick with a heart of gold and just the right amount of distinguished charm? Allow us to introduce Cooper, our handsome 13yr old Lab gentleman!He’s mastered the art of the leisurely stroll and is a dream to walk on a leash. He’s also a social butterfly who enjoys the company of other dogs and believes that every pup deserves a friendly sniff and a wag.Now, full disclosure—his hearing isn’t what it used to be. He may not catch you whispering, “Who’s a good boy?” from across the room, but he will notice the magical crinkle of a treat bag… eventually. And , if you’re handing out back scratches, you’ll have a best friend for life. Give him a good scratch in just the right spot, and you’ll swear you’ve unlocked the secret to pure happiness.He’s traded puppy zoomies for gentle companionship, quiet adventures, and plenty of naps in sunny spots. This sweet old soul is proof that the best things in life only get better with age.If Cooper sounds like the companion you’ve been searching for, please fill out our online application or stop in during open hours. Wednesday 6-8pm or Saturday 12-3p.https://www.lakeshorehumanesociety.org/online-adoption-form
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Sugar

Shepherd (Unknown Type) Chow Chow

Female, 2 yrs 10 mos
Westfield, NY
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Sugar is an abandoned dog who was sadly left alone in a field in a neighboring town for several days before she was taken in by animal control, this sweet girl is hoping for a family who will give her the security and commitment she so deserves. While she looks like a smaller dog, she is just a little under 50 lbs. We have found that she is very afraid of some men and will try to run away from them if at all possible. This eye-catching auburn-haired beauty is approximately 2-years-old, believed to be a Chow/Shiba Inu/Shepherd mix, although she likely has other breeds in her heritage, too. Sugar may play hard to get at first, especially with some men, but if you let her check you out at her own pace, she'll soon warm up and give you kisses! She has proven to have barrier reactivity to other dogs and passersby when she is behind a fence, and sometimes has reactivity to other barking dogs when she is leashed - these behaviors can be modified with training and desensitization over time. She's as sweet as her name implies, but needs that extra bit of help and commitment to learn better behaviors after her rocky start in life. After being dumped and left behind, she can be a little clingy and anxious and will need time and patience while she learns to trust and feel secure again.We think that Sugar will do best as your one and only (she is dog-selective) and in a child-free home. Sugar is a vision of beauty with a thick, red-gold coat and soft, melt-your-heart eyes that let you know just how sad she is to have been left behind (but they haven't lost their sparkle!). She is ready and waiting to learn how good life can be when you're loved and treated with kindness.*Approved applicants are welcome to participate in our popular Slumber Party program and take a dog home for up to 2 weeks to make sure he/she is a great fit. If you think you might be interested in adopting, your first step should be to complete an Adoption Application found on the website at caninerescue.org.  *After you have completed your application, you will get a confirmation that we have received your application. It takes a lot of time to process the applications, so we ask for your patience while we do so. If you see that the dog you were interested in has been adopted it means there were many applications for that dog and we did not get as far processing your application before a home was found. We welcome you to apply again when you see another dog that interests you. If you have a question, please email us adoptions@caninerescue.org. It is much easier and quicker for us to respond by email as we receive many phone calls each day. We do adopt out of state, however we do not transport or ship dogs. Potential adopter must be able and willing to travel to the Rescue to meet the dog they are interested in. *PLEASE double check all of the phone numbers that you provide. If they are incorrect, we will not be able to process your application. Please also let your references know that someone from NCCR will be calling them. Most adoption team members call from their personal phone so advise your references that there may be an unknown or private number calling them. Thank you!NYS Registration #RR028

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Lakeshore Humane Society

431 East Chestnut St, Dunkirk, NY 14048

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Savin'em All Rescue- Stockton, NY

8202 Bear Lake Road, Stockton, NY 14784

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New York State Weimaraner Rescue

Cassadaga, NY 14718

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Northern Chautauqua Canine Rescue

7540 N. Gale Street, Westfield, NY 14787

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Snip Tip and Return, Inc.

Sherman, NY 14781

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Small Town Shelter

PO Box 274, Sherman, NY 14781

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Chautauqua County Humane Society

2825 Strunk Road, Jamestown, NY 14701

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

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Chautauqua County Humane Society - Pets Located Offsite

2825 Strunk Rd, Jamestown, NY 14701

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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Phoenix Humane Society of Greater Cattaraugus, Inc.

Cattaraugus, NY 14719

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, small animals

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The A.N.N.A. Shelter, Inc

1555 East 10th Street, Erie, PA 16511

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

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