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Puppies and dogs in Ohio

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Ohio. To learn more about each adoptable dog, click on the "i" icon for fast facts, or their photo or name for full details.
We'll also keep you updated on Cleetus's adoption status with email updates.
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Cleetus

Great Pyrenees

Male, 3 mos
Elida, OH
Size
(when grown) X-Large 101 lbs (46 kg) or more
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🐾🤍 Meet Cleetus! 🤍🐾 Cleetus is an adorable fluffy boy who is ready to find a loving forever home! Born around December 3, 2025, this handsome Great Pyrenees mix puppy is growing into a sweet, affectionate companion with so much love to give. Cleetus can be a little shy when meeting new people at first, but it doesn’t take him long to warm up. Once he does, his true personality shines through — and it’s pure sweetness! He quickly becomes a loving, loyal little shadow who enjoys attention and being close to his people. Like any young puppy, Cleetus is still learning the ropes. He’s working hard on his puppy pad training and is almost there! He’s also discovering that being brushed isn’t such a scary thing after all. With patience and gentle encouragement, he’s starting to relax and enjoy the attention that comes with grooming. Cleetus gets along well with other dogs and cats. He may still try to chase them from time to time — mostly because he thinks it’s a fun game — but he has no intention of hurting them. He’s just a playful pup figuring out the world around him. This fluffy boy is up to date on his vaccinations and neutered, so he’s all ready to start his new life with a family of his very own. Cleetus is looking for a family that will give him a little patience while he continues learning and growing. In return, he promises to fill your home with love, cuddles, and plenty of puppy joy. 🐶✨ If you’re looking for a sweet, gentle pup who will blossom into an amazing companion, Cleetus might just be your perfect match! 🐾💙
We'll also keep you updated on Betsy's adoption status with email updates.
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Betsy

Mixed Breed (Large)

Female, 3 mos
Elida, OH
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
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🐾💖 Meet Betsy! 💖🐾 Betsy is an adorable fluffy girl who is ready to find a loving forever home! Born around December 3, 2025, this beautiful white and black large mixed-breed puppy is growing into a sweet, affectionate companion with so much love to give. Betsy can be a little shy when meeting new people at first, but it doesn’t take her long to warm up. Once she does, her true personality shines through — and it’s pure sweetness! She quickly becomes a loving, loyal little shadow who enjoys attention and being close to her people. Like any young puppy, Betsy is still learning the ropes. She’s working hard on her puppy pad training and is almost there! She’s also discovering that being brushed isn’t such a scary thing after all. With patience and gentle encouragement, she’s starting to relax and enjoy the attention that comes with grooming. Betsy gets along well with other dogs and cats. She may still try to chase them from time to time — mostly because she thinks it’s a fun game — but she has no intention of hurting them. She’s just a playful pup figuring out the world around her. This fluffy girl is up to date on her vaccinations and will be spayed when she is old enough. Her spay surgery will be covered by the rescue at Auglaize Animal Hospital in Wapakoneta. Betsy is looking for a family that will give her a little patience while she continues learning and growing. In return, she promises to fill your home with love, cuddles, and plenty of puppy joy. 🐶💕 If you’re looking for a sweet, gentle pup who will blossom into an amazing companion, Betsy might just be your perfect match! 🐾✨
We'll also keep you updated on Fozzie's adoption status with email updates.
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Fozzie

Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 5 yrs
Bowling Green, OH
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
House-trained,
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You wake up, you need a dog, you NEED the PERFECT dog, right flippin' now. Dream no further, Fozzie Bear is here and ready. Potty trained, great on a leash, respectful of canine neighbors, knows sit so so so well. The only draw back is that we don't do delivery! Kids: Fozzie loves folks of all shapes & sizes! Dogs: Fozzie Bear has been indifferent to his canine bunk mates. With a slow proper introduction he may make a canine friend. Cats: Fozzie Bear has yet to meet a feline. Slow monitored introductions are recommended to start. Fozzie Bear is neutrered, Microchipped, and fully up to date on vaccines and preventions! To schedule a Meet-n-Greet, please complete an application and WCHS will reach out as soon as possible! ##2681333##
We'll also keep you updated on Titus's adoption status with email updates.
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Titus

Labrador Retriever/Mastiff

Male, 4 yrs 1 mo
Bowling Green, OH
Size
(when grown) X-Large 101 lbs (46 kg) or more
Details
House-trained,
Story
Titus, aka T Dog, has been a joy to have in shelter! Long naps, short walks, and lots of cuddle time. He even walks well on a leash, ready to join your daytime meandering.  Kids: Titus loves folks of all shapes & sizes! Dogs: Titus has been indifferent to his canine bunk mates. With a slow proper introduction Titus may make a canine friend. Cats: Titus has gotten along well with his past feline friends. He may take time to adjust to new boundaries. Titus is neutrered, Microchipped, and fully up to date on vaccines and preventions! To schedule a Meet-n-Greet, please complete an application and WCHS will reach out as soon as possible! ##2680204##
We'll also keep you updated on Tress's adoption status with email updates.
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Tress

Bichon Frise

Female, Adult
Antwerp, OH
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats,
Story
Follow us on Facebook. Team Rover Videos of her will be posted there ******Please have any upcoming vacations out of the way before applying to adopt. ******* Available for a new home anytime Meet. Tress Purebred Born 2/5/22. 10 lbs Loves other dogs and plays great with them. Came in clean with a cute little hair cut too. Gets along with anyone and everyone. Crate trained and doggy door trained. Leash skills are fairly good. Might be a little shy at first but doesn’t last long. Vet care. Spayed. Teeth in good shape, had former dental Care. H w tested neg. Rabies Parvo distemper vac. Frontlined and 30 days h.w prev will Go home with her. chipped Fee $395 All vet paperwork Will go home with her She is good to go! You do not pay any money until you are here, meet me, meet her and comfortable with the vet care she has been provided Application is below if you want to proceed. Please complete and return to Lmansf8009@aol.com If you cant copy and paste the application, please just answer the questions and return. NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE. Start with an application. 1. Name: Address: City, State: phone number: 2. Do you own or rent? 3. How many people live in your home? 4. Any children? ages? 5. Any dog allergies in the home? 6. Do you have any cats or dogs? 7. Are you fenced in? 8. Name, age and list of animals currently in your home? 9. Current vets office name and phone number - 10. Can we contact your present vets office? Before you send in your application please call your vets office to give the ok to release info. If you dont, they wont release info. Please list the date you called your vets office here -----> 11. Is all your pets in the house spayed & neutered? 12. Has your dog been on heart worm preventative and where did you purchase it from? 13. This dog is not house broke. how are you going to house break the pet? 14. Have you ever had to rehome a pet? Or have you ever surrendered a pet at a humane society or shelter? 15. What interested you in this dog? 16. Where is this pet going to sleep or spend most of its time? 17. Please list the date you are available to drive here and potentially adopt. She is available anytime. 18. Have you checked the distance to Antwerp, Oh 45813? 19. Did you read the bio and understand the vet care that has already been done? 20. Please send pics of home and yard With application. If you have any vet paperwork at home Showing vet care on your existing animals please send that also. 21. If a good match are you prepared to take her home the same day you meet? 22. Are you following our Fb page?
We'll also keep you updated on Micah's adoption status with email updates.
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Micah

Poodle (Miniature)/Maltese

Male, Adult
Cincinnati, OH
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs,
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website. Meet Micah! Micah is a beautiful grey and white Maltipoo boy with a soft coat and an even softer heart. Born around March 15, 2025, this handsome little guy weighs 10.9 pounds and is the perfect small size for cuddles, companionship, and everyday adventures. Micah came from a hoarding situation, but through it all he managed to thrive. He has a resilient spirit and a sweet, loving personality that shines through the moment you meet him. He gets along wonderfully with other dogs and absolutely adores attention—in fact, he’s a little starved for it and is happiest when he’s close to his people. This smart little pup is eager to learn and will make a wonderful addition to a loving family. Micah is still learning some basics, including how to walk on a leash, but with a little patience and consistency he’ll pick it up quickly. If you’re looking for a loyal, affectionate companion who will shower you with love, Micah may be the perfect match for you. Adoption Fee: $400 Apply to adopt Micah: www.adoggie4you.org Give this sweet boy the forever home he deserves! This dog is currently in Texas; however, it can be transported to Washington, Portland (Oregon), Minneapolis, Milwaukee, Chicago, Des Moines, Omaha, Cincinnati, Lexington KY or all along the East Coast. If transported, there is an additional transport fee of $250. We do not transport to Rhode Island or Massachusetts due to their regulations. Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.March 13, 2026, 1:00 am

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Shelters & rescues in Ohio

There are animal shelters and rescues that focus specifically on finding great homes for dogs in Ohio. Browse these rescues and shelters below.

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Just Pit-A-Bull Dog Rescue

13338 Boston Rd, Strongsville, OH 44143

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Newf Rescue

NATIONWIDE, OH 44143

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Lyndhurst Animal Control / Police Department

5301 Mayfield Rd, Lyndhurst, OH 44124

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Public Animal Welfare Society (PAWS Ohio)

P.O Box 24651, Cleveland, OH 44124

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Kane's Mission - Dog Rescue

PO Box 24069, Lyndhurst, OH 44124

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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GRIN - Golden Retrievers In Need Rescue Service, Inc.

P.O. Box 24365, Cleveland, OH 44124

Pet Types: dogs

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Euclid Animal Shelter/Euclid Pet Pals

25100 Lakeland Blvd., Euclid, OH 44132

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

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Second Chance Animal Rescue

PO Box 111, Gates Mills, OH 44040

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Adaline Pets Rescue

Cleveland Ohio, OH 44119

Pet Types: dogs

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South Euclid Humane Society

1349 South Green Road, South Euclid, OH 44121

Pet Types: dogs

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