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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Lancaster, New York. 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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Bubba

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, Young
Lancaster, NY
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Not good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
We adopted Bubba from the spca. He’s 11 months old and loves to snuggle and play! His favorite toys are tugs and nylabones. He loves people, is really close to being 100% potty trained and knows basic commands (sit, paw, leave it) pretty well. He is crate trained and loves to sleep in a sweater throughout the night. He allows nail filing with a little encouragement of treats and loves walking in the shower! He doesn’t love a full sized pool but enjoys a kiddie pool on a hot summer day and takes baths without a problem. We need to re home because he is not good with our cats. He loves our other dog but can be aggressive with stranger dogs. We’ve found he can be good with other dogs when given a slow proper introduction. He started with treat training and is now using an e collar and we’ve seen big improvements!We’ve think he would do best in a house where he’d be the only pet or possibly with 1 dog that is larger than him. He should not be in a home with cats.
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Pippa

Miniature Pinscher

Female, Adult
Elma, NY
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
My father passed away last month, and we are needing to rehome his beloved Pippa. Pippa is an excited & active pinscher, who grew up as the youngest of 2 other dogs. She absolutely loves people, is a great listener, and is extremely loyal to her owners. We acquired her as a puppy in 2022, and she absolutely wrapped her paws around our hearts the day we met her. We are heartbroken to rehome her, but know that it is in her best interest. We are looking for someone who wants some company in their lives, leads an active lifestyle, and can ensure she gets the activity she needs. She is a curious puppy, and if she doesn't get time to run and play she may turn her living area into a racetrack. Pippa is SO loveable, so flexible, and always open to meeting new animals.
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Pooka/Luna

American Staffordshire Terrier

Female, Senior
Elma, NY
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs special attention, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Pooka was a rescue to me 3 yrs ago. A very sweet girl that will do anything for praise and treats. She came unfixed and with allergies at age 7. Now at 10 shes fixed and has allergies under control with daily meds and probiotics. She is also moving to a whole/cooked food diet which has helped her allergies and weight. But also graises dry kibble. She has a sweet temperament and loves her cat brother. Loves sleeping on the couch with her blanket and going for slow walks so she can sniff all the things. Pooka does NOT like big dogs, not sure about small dogs. She doesn't bark at small dogs as much as big dogs
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Lexi

German Shepherd Dog

Female, Adult
Clarence, NY
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Needs special attention, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Lexi is about 9yrs. "Lexi Bear" is a nickname. She is a pure bred German Shepherd; a friend gave her to me when she was 3. She loves to play fetch and will for hours if you let her. She enjoys attention and affection but will keep to herself often. She is a gentle dog and listens very well. She is very good in the yard without a leash. She is currently homed with a male bulldog-pit mix and has been for the last 6 years. They have always been pals and are great around kids.Lexi has had an autoimmune issue with her skin and eyes since she was about 3 years old. She is currently on low dose meds and it has been working well. The autoimmune condition has caused low vision (has improved greatly) and she would get severely itchy/infected skin when she wasn't on medication (due to autoimmune condition).I hope she can be in a home that gives her the daily care and activity she needs
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Rolo

American Bulldog American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, Adult
Clarence, NY
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Rolo is about 9 yrs old. He is a rescue dog. I adopted him in Colorado when he was about 3. He was originally rescued in Texas. He has been healthy since owning him. He is very affectionate and will be a lap dog and snuggle buddy if you let him. He tends to be everyone's favorite that meets him. "Buddy Boy" is one of his nicknames. He has been pals with my other dog, a female German Shepherd (he was also pals with a German Shepherd at the rescue shelter before adopting him). Rolo likes to sunbathe, even if it's inside near a window that the sun shines through. He is very good "off leash" around the yard, he knows to stick close by. I hope that he is able to be in a home that gives him the attention, affection, and activity that he needs every day. Preferably a home that has someone home with him during the day.
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Medusa

American Bulldog

Female, 4 yrs 10 mos
Cheektowaga, NY
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Medusa would love to be the QUEEN BEE and be appreciated for the alpha she is. She is an American Bully which is a new designer breed (mislabeled English Bulldog, Pittie, Pocketpittie, MicroBully). She is guessed to be 4 years old and around 45 lbs. Short and stocky, she is a healthy and easy dog to care for unlike the other bully breeds. Medusa can be bossy and demanding of attention, jealous when humans talk to the other dogs in her foster home. She is fostered with small and big dogs, but requires correction and supervision to avoid a 'girl fight' She would do best as an only dog to keep the peace and let her enjoy a family. Medusa was pulled from a shelter last year, placed briefly in a home with another bulldog who did not want to share space with her. The setback caused jealousy behaviors which we are working on. Medusa sleeps in a crate when her foster family is not home, at night, she shares a pillow and snuggles in the human bed. Spayed, microchipped, vaccinated and heartworm treated/on prevention - She is READY for Adoption FOSTERED IN TEXAS. *Adoption Fee includes fee by van transport to PNW, Midwest or NY-NJ-CT-VA-VT states by pet transport partners. Email with Questions or for Adoption Application - Adopt@CaffeinatedCanineRescueTx.org Adoption Application LINK: https://forms.gle/33ciYyXPTL18FfnV6 --------------------------------------------------- See more Photos, Videos and Updates on Social Media Facebook.com/CaffeinatedCanineRescueTX Instagram @CaffeinatedCanineRescue --------------------------------------------------- Video: https://youtube.com/shorts/tVrvCDqnbFo?si=SSbHwu3c4ZSisnGX

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Dog shelters and rescues in Lancaster, New York

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Lancaster Dog Control

3789 Walden Avenue, Lancaster, NY 14086

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New England Brittany Rescue

Buffalo, NY 14043

Pet Types: dogs

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Awesome Paws Rescue

Alden, NY 14004

Pet Types: dogs

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Speaking Out For Animals, Inc

10335 clarence center rd, clarence, NY 14031

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Caffeinated Canine Rescue - NY transport

Meet Transporter, 1999 Walden Avenue, Cheektowaga, NY 14225

Pet Types: dogs

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Nickel City Canine Rescue

5637 Harris Hill Road, Williamsville, NY 14221

Pet Types: dogs

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SPCA Serving Erie County

300 Harlem Road, West Seneca, NY 14224

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

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SPCA Serving Erie County - Offsite Locations

West Seneca, NY 14224

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

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Buffalo Underdogs Rescue Inc

Amherst, NY 14226

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