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Puppies and dogs in Athens, Ohio

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Athens, 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 Ralphie's adoption status with email updates.
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Ralphie

English Bulldog Beagle

Male, Young
Athens, OH
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
Ralphie is a loving energetic pup, he needs a lot of attention and love and due to my work schedule he is alone a lot , he needs a family to love him and play and have time for him
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BERNEE

Bernedoodle

Male, Senior
Athens, OH
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Bernee is a 96 pound 7 year old baby. He’s loyal and goofy but protective. He enjoys outdoors in spurts, car rides, playing fetch
We'll also keep you updated on Elvis's adoption status with email updates.
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Elvis

Hound (Unknown Type)

Male, 4 yrs 7 mos
Athens, OH
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Elvis is a 4 year old male who is extremely sweet and loves to be loved on. You can see this immediately when you first meet him. He doesn't have a mean bone in his body. He is jovial and silly and loves to roll around in the grass. He's respectful of other dogs and wants to play! He can snooze all day or go on long hikes. He has that typical beagle bark and even howls a good long howl, when someone he loves walks out the door. He's happy 100% of the time, and when you call his name, he comes running toward you with his big floppy ears and a huge smile, ready for anything!!! He loves to play with flappy toys. He's fully housebroken. He is just all love. He has an innate desire to track and find his favorite people. He's just a great, all around dog and is really smart and needs someone with a gentle, yet firm personality, to guide him to do what you want him to do, and he will be the perfect housemate. If you are interested in meeting Elvis or any of our adoptable pets, submit an application to athenshumane.org/adopt
We'll also keep you updated on Obi's adoption status with email updates.
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Obi

Great Dane

Female, Adult
Logan, OH
Size
(when grown) X-Large 101 lbs (46 kg) or more
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Obi is great dog! I took her she was in bad way few months ago ! She weighted about 70 lbs and was covered in fleas and fly bites and not fix’s! Well I took her in got her healthy and got her fixed and her rabies shot but will all my health problems she just to big for me. She knock me down pulls across the yard! I don’t have the strength to control her and need to find a new home or saddly I am going have to put her down because I can’t keep her so if someone can please help me with her! Please I just can not take care of this dog no more
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Jack and Jill

Jack Russell Terrier Shih Tzu

Female, Adult
Logan, OH
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
I'm rehoming these two dogs for my parents. One female (Jill) and one male (Jack). They are pretty high energy (mostly Jill) and they are not able to keep up with the attention they require. They spend most days outside (wireless pet fence) and are kenneled at night. If you let them roam the house unattended they (mostly Jill) will start chewing things. If they have their toys they will chew on those. Once they calm down they will sit with you. Jack will mostly just want to sit with you. They are 3-4 years old. They would come with a kennel.
We'll also keep you updated on Cher's adoption status with email updates.
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Cher

Bluetick Coonhound

Female, Young
Stockport, OH
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
Cher acts a lot more like a house pet than a hunting dog, although she sounds impresssive when she bays. She loves to hang around with people. House and crate trained, good companion.  She can escape any fence unless it has a top over it.  Age about 3 years, weight 61 pounds. Spayed, current on shots, Lyme and heartworm tested. Fee $200. Apply at morganspot.org.January 6, 2025, 11:10 am

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Dog shelters and rescues in Athens, Ohio

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

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Pound Rescue of Athens

P.O. Box 1209, Athens, OH 45701

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Friends of the Shelter Dogs

P.O. Box 576, Athens, OH 45701

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Athens County Humane Society

Athens, OH 45701

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Athens County Dog Shelter

13333 OH 13, Chauncey, OH 45719

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Southern Ohio Animal Rescue

Shade, OH 45776

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Avalon Animal Rescue

Nelsonville, OH 45764

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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Painted Acres Animal Rescue

68649 Dutch lane, Zaleski, OH 45698

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Meigs County Canine Rescue & Adoption Center

33133 Hiland Road, Pomeroy, OH 45769

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Camelot Puppy Sanctuary

McArthur, OH 45651

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

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Heaven's Lil Angels Animal Sanctuary, Inc.

McArthur, OH 45651

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs

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