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Puppies and dogs in Cincinnati, Ohio

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Cincinnati, Ohio. To learn more about each adoptable dog, click on the "i" icon for fast facts, or their photo or name for full details.
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Ari

American Bulldog German Shepherd Dog

Female, Young
Cincinnati, OH
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Ari is a 10 month old working gal with boundless energy. She’s crate and potty trained and knows sit, down, stay, heel, come, leave it, place, and a few tricks as well. She’s reactive to some dogs so an experienced owner is needed

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Buzz

Border Collie

Male, Adult
Cincinnati, OH
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Buzz is looking for someone for someone to enjoy life with in a relaxed environment. He loves relaxing, sunbathing and going on walks. He has very good manners and will be a great companion once he warms up to you. He can be anxious meeting new people but he warms up with time. He loves to cuddle and be close to the human he loves. We have had changes at home and unfortunately Buzz doesn’t do well with children. I do not want to limit his space and his quality of life. He deserves a home he can move freely and not have to be anxious around children. Buzz is kenneled trained and goes in the kennel whenever we are not home. Buzz will come with his kennel, bag of dog food, and his bed. Looking for the right home for Buzz as I want him to be comfortable with his transition in a new home.

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Boxer

Mutt

Male, Senior
Cincinnati, OH
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Hello! Boxer is a fun-loving Pitbull mix that showed up at my front door on July 4th. We have taken him to the vet and gotten him back to health. We were told he was not going to make it and we would only have him for one week to be his hospice home. He blew our expectations out of the water and obviously has a zest for life! He is estimated to be about 9 years old and has been a stray his entire life or was never house trained if he did have an owner. He is PERFECT with children, (4 year old tested). He was not the best with our cats but it seemed like he was trying to play with them, he was not overtly aggressive. He did not know how to be gentle with the kitties and often overstepped his boundaries making the cats upset. He is somewhat house trained as in he will go to the door when he has to go potty but will only hold it for a minute before he goes. He would be perfect for someone that has the time and patience to help him be house trained. He is a cuddler!

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Woody

Shepherd (Unknown Type)

Male, Adult
Cincinnati, OH
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Woody is very loving and cuddly when he warms up to you. He can be anxious at first when meeting so a slow introduction is best for him. Woody is in a need of someone who can accommodate his high energy with lots of exercise. Woody is great with other dogs. He is kennel trained due to his separation anxiety. Woody has a very fun attitude and loves to back talk. Can always count on woody to comfort you and make you feel better. We have had some recent changes at home. Unfortunately Woody would not be good around kids. I would hate to limit his space in our home. It’s not the life I want to give to him. He deserves to be around someone to give love and affection to all the time. Woody loves to run in our fenced yard and say hello to the neighbors dogs. Will come with his kennel, a bag of dog food, and his bed. In need of a loving home! Someone to cuddle the nights away with!

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Shadow

Goldendoodle

Male, Young
Cincinnati, OH
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
We took Shadow from a friend last July. He is a very, very good boy. We have 2 small dogs, one of which Shadow thinks is his personal toy. He just wants to play constantly with him. He is not aggressive by any means, just a lot bigger than our schnoodle. He is very attached to him and visa versa. They are Mutt and Jeff. ☺️ Shadow mouths” him all the time. He is too strong for our scnoodle and we are constantly correcting him. I would love for Shadow to be the only dog in the family. He is the best cuddler, and loves to go for rides in the car. We take him back and forth to Buffalo, it is a 6 1/2 hour drive. He sleeps the entire time. We have 3 acres, and a pond. He wanders our land, and comes when he is called. In saying this, he is an INDOOR dog!! He thinks he is a human and must be allowed on your furniture! He will get anxious if he is not allowed to sit on the couch. Sometimes that happens when all the grandkids are over. He sleeps on our bed too.

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Samwise

Australian Cattle Dog

Male, Young
Cincinnati, OH
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Samwise is a wonderful dog with a huge spirit! He is 1 1/2 old. He needs a lot of love and attention. I got him from a friend- he was the only heeler puppy who didn’t turn blue and he needed a loving home. Unfortunately, after moving to Cincinnati and starting to go back to school I just don’t have the time to give him the attention he deserves. He is good with kids but as a heeler, he is very bossy and is always trying to boss them around. He is good with other dogs in small group settings but does not do well at the dog park. He loves to cuddle, snack on carrots, run around like a crazy man, and get petted.

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Dog shelters and rescues in Cincinnati, Ohio

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

Here are a few organizations closest to you:

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A Doggie 4 You - OH transport stop

Cincinnati, IL 41073

Pet Types: dogs

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God's Dogs Rescue of TX in Ohio Transport Stop

Cincinnati, OH 41073

Pet Types: dogs

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Lucky Tales Rescue, Inc.

Ft. Thomas, KY 41075

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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NKY Animal Control

Newport, KY 41071

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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Stray Animal Adoption Program

P.O. Box 72040, Newport, KY 41072

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Three Sisters Pet Rescue - OH

Cincinnati, OH 45214

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Hay Dude Critter Rescue - OH transport

Cincinnati, OH 45220

Pet Types: dogs, farm animals, horses

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United Yorkie Rescue - KY-Covington-Hannah

Covington, KY 41011

Pet Types: dogs

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Nileydog Rescue

P.O. Box 26065, Cincinnati, OH 45226

Pet Types: dogs

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SPCA Cincinnati - Northside

3949 Colerain Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45223

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Ibizan Hound Icelandic Sheepdog Irish Setter Irish Terrier Irish Water Spaniel Irish Wolfhound Italian Greyhound Italian Spinone Jack Russell Terrier Japanese Chin Jindo
Kai Dog Karelian Bear Dog Keeshond Kerry Blue Terrier Kishu Komondor Kuvasz Kyi Leo Labradoodle Labrador Retriever Lakeland Terrier Lancashire Heeler Leonberger Lhasa Apso Löwchen
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