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Puppies and dogs in Avon Lake, Ohio

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Bruno-Adoption Pending!

American Pit Bull Terrier Boxer

Male, 4 yrs 9 mos
Avon Lake, OH
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
Newsflash! Bruno has an adoption pending!! WISH HIM LUCK!! Bruno was adopted in January 2026 and has been living the dream for 9 months in a great home with a dog pal but unfortunately his adopter is moving out of state for a new job that requires travel and can't take Bruno and his other dog Chipley with him. So poor Bruno is searching again for his forever home!! Bruno is approximately 4 yrs 8 months old, Pit/Boxer mix, 63 lbs. Originally this guy was abandoned in Avon Lake, no one claimed him or recognized him? ;-(. We had him neutered, vaccinated, micro-chipped, and he tested negative for HW. He is a great dog! Bruno is housebroken and crate trained. We named him Bruno because he has the moves like Bruno Mars HA!! He is very treat-motivated and knows his basic commands. He likes other dogs and loves to act like a HAM!! He has a BIG smile and awesome personality. He completed a "board and train" program and really needs a temporary foster or forever home. If you are interested in Bruno, please submit an online application, so we can learn a little about you to make sure Bruno would be a good match for you and your family. We do not do out of state adoptions, due to our trial adoption process. Adoption fee/donation is $ 100.00 If you have specific questions, please email the adoption coordinator at info@loveastraydog.com If you can't foster or adopt, please consider donating to help us with the board and train expenses and medical expenses. You can mail your donation to: Love-A-Stray, P.O. Box 125, Attn: Bruno, Avon Lake, OH 44012 or visit www.loveastraydog.com for credit card/PayPal information, adoption application, available dogs and upcoming events. Thank you!
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Lily-Adoption Pending

Portuguese Water Dog

Female, 5 yrs 9 mos
Avon Lake, 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
Lily has an adoption pending ...wish her LUCK! Meet Lily!! A very sweet and gentle Portuguese Water Dog. Lily is almost 6 years old, DOB 12-31-20. She weighs 33 lbs. Love-A-Stray had her spayed, completely vaccinated, and she is micro-chipped. Her Story: Lily came from an Amish puppy mill, where human contact wasn’t always kind. Because of that, she can be shy at first meeting — she’ll sniff you, stay close, and keep her distance a bit until she’s sure you won’t hurt her. Once that trust is built, her fun, happy-go-lucky personality shines through. She has zero aggression in her; if something scares her, she’ll simply remove herself from the situation rather than react. The Good Stuff: Lily gets along beautifully with other dogs, cats, and people alike. She’s spayed, up to date on vaccines, and current on heartworm and flea/tick prevention — ready to settle into her new life without a hitch. Her Dream Home: More than anything, Lily wants a canine sibling to share her days with, and people who understand that love, for her, is built slowly and gently. Give her that patience, and you’ll have a loyal, cuddly companion who wants nothing more than to curl up beside you on the couch or in bed. Lily would love a canine companion that wants to interact with her. If you have the space, the fenced yard, and the tender heart Lily needs — she might just be your perfect match. If you are interested in Lily, please submit an online application, so we can learn a little about you to make sure Lily would be a good match. We do not do out of state adoptions, due to our trial adoption process. Adoption fee/donation is $ 200.00 completely vetted. If you have specific questions, please email the adoption coordinator at info@loveastraydog.com If you can't foster or adopt, please consider donating to help us with medical expenses and ongoing care. You can mail your donation to: Love-A-Stray, P.O. Box 125, Attn: Lily, Avon Lake, OH 44012 or visit www.loveastraydog.com for credit card/PayPal information, adoption application, available dogs and upcoming events. Thank you!
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Creed

Rottweiler Bernese Mountain Dog

Male, Young
Avon Lake, 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
Creed is a year and a half old. We adopted him from a breeder. I can no longer keep due to my landlord not allowing him in the house anymore. He is a wonderful pet, full of energy would best suit someone with an active lifestyle. He just wants to be with his human, very loving, very sweet, and not aggressive at all. Slightly timid. would be a great addition to an active single person or family. Loves both men and women. Great around babies. never been around small children. good with other dogs, loves the dog park great on leash. and is super smart, learns commands quickly. he is neutered and fully vaccinated. up to date on flea and heartworm prevention. and free to good home comes with all of his toys. We are heartbroken to lose this member of our family. but he needs an active family who will bring him into their lives you.
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Ruby

Staffordshire Bull Terrier

Female, Young
Avon Lake, OH
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Ruby was found dumped by previous owners. We have fostered her for 2 years and desperately need to find her a new home because of our situation. She is a sweet girl that loves to play and cuddle. She is shy at first, but then overly loving. Her underbite makes her stand out from the rest as it will make you laugh all the time. Her sweet face always changes.
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Derby

Hound (Unknown Type)

Male, Adult
Avon Lake, 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
My name is Derby. I am 5 1/2 years old rescued at birth hound. I weigh 63lbs now.and I am tan the color of a baby deer. My “mom” is 79 and developed back and hip issues. I grew too big for her strength.She loves me, but thinks a younger home would be better for me. I am current on all my vaccines, neutered, completely house trained. I love to play catch and run in my fenced yard. I love to lie by her. I am her best buddy. She lets me sleep near her. I love all her friends and family.She just can’t play with me like before. She thinks I need a new, younger buddy.Derby
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Suki

Beagle Shepherd (Unknown Type)

Female, 1 yr 2 mos
Avon Lake, 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
Update Suki did fantastic meeting new dogs, as suspected she is dog friendly ;-) Suki does doggie Daycare at Paws by the Lake. Suki is approximately 1 year old 43 lbs. Suki is house-trained, crate-trained, and knows "sit". She is definitely some type of beagle/hound mix because her nose is to the ground. Maybe some Shar-Pei too. She will need work with walking well on a lead. Suki has an amazing personality! Our friends from the Lorain County Dog Kennel asked us to take Suki because she needed entropion surgery on both eyes. Dr Lamb and Dr Roll at the Avon Lake Animal Clinic did the surgery and her sutures came out 7/31/26. Her eyes look great, she gained some weight and she feels so much better! Her hair grew back from a flea allergy and she looks beautiful. Suki was also spayed, completely vaccinated and microchipped at the ALAC. Now this awesome girl will need a foster home while we search for a forever home! If you are interested in Suki, please submit an online application, so we can learn a little about you to make sure Suki would be a good match for you and your family. It's always a bonus if she could score a fenced in yard ;-) We do not do out of state adoptions, due to our trial adoption process. Adoption fee/donation is $200.00 If you have specific questions, please email the adoption coordinator at info@loveastraydog.com If you can't foster or adopt, please consider donating to help us with medical expenses and ongoing care. You can mail your donation to: Love-A-Stray, P.O. Box 125, Attn: Suki, Avon Lake, OH 44012 or visit www.loveastraydog.com for credit card/PayPal information, adoption application, available dogs and upcoming events. Thank you!

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Love-A-Stray Dog Division

Avon Lake, OH 44012

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R.E.A.L Rottweiler Rescue

Avon, OH 44011

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FIDO's Companion Rescue Inc

Avon, OH 44011

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Hunter's Hope Dog Rescue

Cleveland, OH 44145

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North Coast Boxer Rescue

North Ridgeville, OH 44039

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Weeping Willow 2nd Chance German Shepherd Rescue

North Ridgeville, OH 44039

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Midwest Border Collie Rescue - Ohio

North Olmsted, OH 44070

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The Rescue Inn

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

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A New Leash on Life Rescue

North Olmsted, OH 44070

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PetResQ Ohio

Lorain, OH 44052

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