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We'll also keep you updated on Skye's adoption status with email updates.
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Skye

Rottweiler Mastiff

Female, 5 mos
Avon, OH
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Hi world, I’m Skye 🌤️ I’m just a baby, but I already have a pretty big story. Not long ago, I was alone and stuck in a drain in Houston. It was dark and scary, and I don’t know how I got there 🥺 I don’t know how long I waited. But I do know that some really amazing humans didn’t give up on me. Because of them… I’m here. I’m safe. 💛 What we didn’t know then is that my mama is Winter, the sweet, brave girl who was saved from a busy shelter. Somehow, we got separated. Things happened so fast that no one even knew I was there. My daddy was there too… and he didn’t make it out. I never got the chance to know him, but I carry a little piece of him with me every single day. This second chance I have? It’s for him too. 🤍 The best part of my story is that I’m back with my mama. Being reunited with her feels like sunshine after a storm ⛈️ When we curl up together, it’s like the world makes sense again 🥹 Now that I’m safe in foster care, you’re getting to see the real me. And let me tell you… I have a LOT of life to live ☺️ I’m happy, friendly, and full of puppy energy. Adventure? Yes please! I absolutely love other dogs and look to them to help me learn the ropes. If there’s playtime happening, I don’t care if I’m the smallest one there, I’m jumping right in! I don’t like feeling left out. I want to be where the fun and the love are. I’m working really hard on potty training. Sometimes when I get super excited, I forget to tell foster mom I need to go out… oops. But I’m trying! I sleep through the night in my crate like a good girl, even though, between us, I’d much rather be snuggled up in the big bed with my humans. I LOVE to cuddle. Like… professional-level cuddler 🥰 In a safe place, I’m fearless. I’m learning that the world isn’t so scary after all. I’m learning that hands can be gentle, beds can be soft, and love can be forever. They call me a miracle. I don’t really know what that means… I just know I’m here, I’m loved, and my story is only just beginning. Maybe my forever family is reading this right now. Maybe you’re the next chapter. 💫
We'll also keep you updated on Eryn's adoption status with email updates.
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Eryn

Rottweiler

Female, 2 yrs
Avon, OH
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Hi, I’m Eryn 🌻 and yes, I’m as pretty as I sound ☺️ I’m about 2 years old, which means I’m the perfect mix of “let’s play” and “let’s nap immediately after” 😉 I take approximately zero seconds to fall in love with humans, so if you have a face, I will kiss it. If you have arms, I will hug you 🥰 Other dogs… I like to keep things a little mysterious 🧐 at first. I’ll take a minute, do some judging, and then BAM 💥 besties ❤️ Once I warm up, it’s full play mode like I’ve known them my whole life 🎾 I do great with both male and female dogs 🐾 I am also a very important household employee 😌 Professional bed tester, I sleep at the foot of your bed 💤 Certified snack inspector, I check your counters for safety 😋 Fetch enthusiast, returns may vary unless snacks are involved 🎾 Now let’s talk about food 🦴 because I LOVE food 🤤 deeply, emotionally, spiritually. I’m working on my manners, but for now just know what’s mine is mine, and what’s yours is… something I’m very interested in. My humans say I’m improving every day, especially with structure and guidance ☺️ I just need someone patient to keep helping me be my best self. I’m actually super smart 🧠 I learned the doggy door just by watching my dog friends 👀 I know how to sit, and I try really hard to wait for my food… but sometimes the excitement wins 🫣 We’re working on it, okay? A few of my adorable quirks 🥰 I do the cutest little frog sploot when I lay down 🐸 I like my human to go first into new rooms… you know, for safety reasons 🦺🥽 I stay close to my people once I love you, which takes about 0.2 seconds 💕 I’d do best with older, respectful kids and a home that understands my breed and is willing to give me structure, consistency, and love. I don’t need perfect, just someone willing to guide me 🥹 Because underneath my goofy, snack-obsessed, slightly dramatic personality is a really, really good girl who just wants to love her people with her whole heart 💜 So… are you ready for kisses, cuddles, and a little bit of counter supervision? 😉
We'll also keep you updated on Henry Sr's adoption status with email updates.
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Henry Sr

Rottweiler

Male, 9 yrs
Avon, OH
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Now, before we get started, I have to tell you something. My name used to be Little Bow Wow 🫣 Honestly, at nine years young, with these distinguished silver whiskers, it just didn’t quite fit. Henry feels much more like the gentleman I’ve grown into 🧐 Yes, I’m nine years old, which makes me a proud senior. And let me tell you, being a senior is pretty great. I’ve outgrown the wild puppy chaos, I know how to behave, and I truly appreciate the simple joys in life. A soft bed, a kind voice, a slow stroll, a warm home. That’s my kind of happiness 💙🥹 I was just recently rescued, so the rescue and my foster mama are still getting to know me. Every day they learn a little more about who I am, and so far the verdict is in… I’m a sweetheart 💙 A gentle, loving, good boy who just wants to be close to his people. I’m good with other dogs 🐾 and I’m great with people. I have a calm, kind energy, and I’m just happy to be included. I’m crate trained and potty trained, because again… gentleman status. I understand house rules and I follow them. I may be in my golden years 💛, but I have so much love left to give. I’m ready for cozy evenings, loyal companionship, and being someone’s very best friend. So, if you’ve been looking for a sweet senior with a grateful heart and a gentle soul… Hi. I’m Henry. And I can’t wait to meet you 🐾💛
We'll also keep you updated on Magnolia's adoption status with email updates.
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Magnolia

Rottweiler

Female, 2 yrs
Avon, OH
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Oh hello, darling 🌸 I’m Magnolia Yes, that Magnolia soft as a spring breeze and sweet as Sunday morning ☀️ I used to be called Diana, which is lovely and regal, but it never quite felt like me. Magnolia fits my heart better — gentle, warm, a little whimsical, and full of quiet charm 🌊 I am what you would call a total sweetheart. I adore people! I get along beautifully with all of the dogs 🐾 I am polite and friendly and know how to read the room 📖 Before my doggy friends come outside to play, I do the most adorable little celebration 🎉 I bounce and hop around like a tiny kangaroo 🦘, light on my feet and so very excited. It is my signature move, and I perform it with great enthusiasm and even greater cuteness 💕 I am crate trained and potty trained because I am a proper young lady. I listen well and truly want to please. When you call my name, I come. When you ask me to settle, I soften right down. I enjoy structure because it makes me feel safe and loved 🤗 Now I will whisper a tiny secret. I am a bit of a counter climber 🧗 If something delicious is left within reach, I may gently investigate. I simply have a curious spirit and a hopeful heart. With kind guidance, I am more than willing to continue perfecting my manners 😄 I enjoy quiet time just as much as I enjoy play 🎾 I love curling up in a cozy spot, soaking in the calm of the home, resting peacefully near my person. I do not need constant chaos to be happy — just a soft place to land and someone to love 💕 But when it is time to play, oh, I light right up. I prance, I hop, I wag with my whole body. I am joyful without being wild, playful without being pushy, sweet in every possible way 🥰 I was rescued off the euthanasia list, which means my life was almost cut short before it truly began. Now every cuddle feels a little deeper, every tail wag a little more meaningful. I am so very grateful to be here, and I promise to cherish my forever family with all of my gentle heart ❤️ If you are looking for a dainty little soul who is loving, well-mannered, dog-friendly, people-obsessed, and known for her royal kangaroo hops, I will be waiting, with soft eyes and the sweetest wiggle 🌸
We'll also keep you updated on Dexter's adoption status with email updates.
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Dexter

Rottweiler

Male, 2 yrs 2 mos
Avon, OH
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Hi. I’m Dexter 💙 I’m 2 years old boy, that will have the built of a linebacker once I grocery shop a little more! Im powered by zoomies, and currently trying out for the Astros during spring training ⚾️ So if you’ve got a good pitching arm, we’re going to get along just fine 🧢 I’ve got speed, enthusiasm, and absolutely no brakes 🫷 I don’t totally understand how big I am yet. If I fits, I sit ☺️ And if I don’t fit, I still sit 🫣 Tables, plant pots, and anything decorative are living on borrowed time 🫣 I try to fold myself into spaces clearly made for dogs half my size ☺️ I call it talent! But here’s the real me 😌 I’m actually a big, goofy, sweet boy who just wants his person. Once I know you’re mine, I will love you with everything I’ve got🥰. I have light brown eyes that will melt your heart, and when I relax, I sit like a frog 🐸 . It’s adorable I know it. I do need someone experienced with Rotties or other strong breeds because I’m smart 🧠 and strong and still learning 📖 I didn’t always have enough food, so at mealtime I eat like it might disappear 🫥 We’re working on my manners, and I’m trying really hard. When you’ve been hungry, you learn to move fast 💨 I’m also rebuilding trust. If someone approaches too quickly or comes toward me with objects in their hands, I can get unsure and get nervous 😬 my rumble might come out and not because I’m mean. It’s because I’m still learning that I’m safe now. I need a patient, steady hand who will give me time and consistency. 🥹 I’m still gaining weight because I came in skin and bones 🦴 I was failed more than once, but I haven’t given up on people. I believe my family is out there. I’d do best in a home without young kids or older adults because sometimes my excitement comes in hot and I forget about things like personal space and stopping 🫷 What I really want is a loving, experienced Rottweiler family who understands big boys and even bigger hearts 💕 Someone who will give me structure, patience, and a real chance. In return, you’ll get the silliest, most loyal, ball chasing, frog sitting best friend you could ever ask for 🥰 I promise to guard your house, warm your couch, and love you with my whole giant heart. 💙
We'll also keep you updated on Doug's adoption status with email updates.
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Doug

Rottweiler

Male, 3 yrs
Avon, OH
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
There is a rumor about me, and I don’t know how this rumor started 🙄 One minute I’m out in Houston enjoying a casual stroll, next thing I know I’ve got two puppies following me around and the entire city is like, “what a sweet mama” 🥹 ??? I am a 3-year-old MAN!!! A SIR. A BRO. I don’t even know where those kids came from 😂 I just stood there and suddenly I was in a family 🧑‍🧑‍🧒‍🧒 Anyway, I’ve since retired from my unexpected parenting career, and I’m now looking for a forever home 🏡 where my only responsibility is being handsome and emotionally supportive 😉 Let me tell you what you’re getting with me. I am crate trained, house trained, and leash trained, which basically means I’m a functioning adult ☺️ I don’t make messes, I don’t cause chaos (on purpose), and I know how to behave in a home like a gentleman. My vibe is medium-energy king 👑 I enjoy a nice walk, maybe a little playtime, and then I am CLOCKED OUT 💤 Catch me relaxing, leaning on you, breathing dramatically like I just worked a 12-hour shift. I love people 💙 If you sit down, I sit on you. If you move, I follow. If you breathe, I’m involved. We are a package deal now. Other dogs, well, I’m a big fan! I’m social, friendly, and not here to start anything. Been there, done that, accidentally raised kids with strangers… no thanks 🙂‍↔️ Now let’s address my one tiny character flaw, I know, shocking, I have one 😮 I am a bit of an escape artist 🫣 Not in a bad way, I just have some exploring tendencies! So yeah… secure yard, good supervision, maybe a motivational speech now and then. What I’m looking for 🔎 A home that appreciates a loyal, loving, slightly confused former “mom” who is just trying his best. Adopt me and I promise… no more surprise children 🫣 no more identity crises, just loyalty and a large, handsome man following you everywhere you go.

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FIDO's Companion Rescue Inc

Avon, OH 44011

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R.E.A.L Rottweiler Rescue

Avon, OH 44011

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Love-A-Stray Dog Division

Avon Lake, OH 44012

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Weeping Willow 2nd Chance German Shepherd Rescue

North Ridgeville, OH 44039

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North Coast Boxer Rescue

North Ridgeville, OH 44039

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Hunter's Hope Dog Rescue

Cleveland, OH 44145

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Cleveland K-911

Cleveland, OH 44145

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The Rescue Inn

P.O. Box 246, North Olmsted, OH 44070

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Midwest Border Collie Rescue - Ohio

North Olmsted, OH 44070

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A New Leash on Life Rescue

North Olmsted, OH 44070

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