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Puppies and dogs in Avon Lake, Ohio

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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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German Shorthaired Pointer English Springer Spaniel

Female, 7 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
Update: Poppy is in a fantastic foster home! She is doing great and loves to play with her foster brother! Meet Poppy!! Poppy is a 7 month old GSP mix. Her mom was a GSP and DNA test came back with 25% English Springer Spaniel and 23% Siberian Husky! So her dad was a FUN mix! She weighs 37 lbs. Poppy LOVES everyone. There hasn't been a human or a dog she has met that she doesn't like. She is very happy, very loving and SMART! Poppy is crate trained and housebroken. She knows all her commands including "place". She is a great playful Pup!! Typical of her breed mix she will need a fenced in yard and active home that can offer her exercise. A dog friend would be GREAT for Poppy. If you are interested in Poppy, please submit an online application, so we can learn a little about you to make sure Poppy 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 $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: Poppy, 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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Manny-New Video

Hound (Unknown Type)

Male, 2 yrs
Avon Lake, OH
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Manny!! Manny is a 2 yr old very handsome and sweet Hound mix weighing 57 lbs. Manny is house-trained, crate-trained, and knows his basic commands (sit, stay, down). Manny is very smart ;-). Manny has been in a training program at MBR. Manny came from a rural area and needed some work with commands and walking well on lead. He is a super cool dog! Manny would do best in a home with a fenced yard. He loves to lay in the yard and sunbath! He is dog friendly to all dogs he meets on walks but would prefer a laid-back dog to live with. Manny goes to Tractor Supply and other outings and does FANTASTIC. If you are interested in Manny, please submit an online application so we can learn a little about you to make sure Manny would be a good match. We do not do out of state adoptions, due to our trial adoption process. Adoption fee/donation is $.175.00 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: Manny, 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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German Shorthaired Pointer

Male, 3 yrs 1 mo
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
Meet Durke!! Durke is a 3 yr old GSP weighing 58 lbs. Durke is one handsome DUDE! He is crate-trained and housebroken and knows basic commands. Durke walks well on lead. He was raised as a hunting dog but transitioned quickly to family pet. Durke is super smart and FUN! He also loves to snuggle!! Durke is great with all people he meets and does well with dogs, especially dogs his size. He is looking for a GSP loving home that understands the GSP dynamic and energy level and the need for a fenced in yard to help manage his energy. It won't take Durke long to know what is expected of him! He is neutered, microchipped and current with all vaccinations. If you are interested in Durke, please submit an online application so we can learn a little about you to make sure Durke 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 $300.00 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: Durke, 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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Eryn

Rottweiler

Female, 2 yrs 3 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 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? 😉
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Wyatt

Rottweiler

Male, 2 yrs 4 mos
Avon, OH
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Hi, I’m Wyatt 💛 I’m a 2-year-old Rottie with a story 📖 I was rescued from a really scary place where nobody cared for me 🥺 My skin hurt so badly that when I got my first bath, the water turned red from all the blood washing off of me. It was really, really hard, but I’m safe now and healing more every single day ❤️‍🩹 I’m still on my journey to feeling completely healthy and happy, but I’m already learning so much! I haven’t had a single accident inside, I figured out the dog door in just two days, and I’m super smart. I love hanging out with my fellow doggies. Sometimes I like to be the King of Dog Bed Mountain 🛏️👑, and I’m gentle and sweet with everyone I meet ☺️ I’m not quite ready for my forever home yet. I have a bit more healing to do, but when I am ready, I’ll be unrecognizable in the best way 🥹 My skin will be shiny and healthy ✨, my heart will be full of love, and I’ll be the most loyal, snuggly, goofy Rottie you could ever hope for. I can’t wait for the day I get to meet my person, but until then, I’m learning, growing, and dreaming of that perfect forever home 🏡 Love, Wyatt 💛

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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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Cleveland K-911

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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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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Midwest Border Collie Rescue - Ohio

North Olmsted, OH 44070

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