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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Defiance, 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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Blake

German Shepherd Dog Pitsky

Male, 1 yr 2 mos

Napoleon, OH

Size

(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)

Details

Good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs special attention, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Meet Blake! Blake is looking for a home with a fenced yard to run endlessly in. Without a fence, he thinks it’s a fun game of chase to run for an hour (I’ll let you guess how we know 😬) Blake is fully grown, but has puppy energy! Lots of running and playing before we can take a nap on the couch where he can show you that he is the BEST cuddler. Blake does well with his cage, goes in without an issue. He does not do well at staying in his cage if he has not had enough exercise. Blake is also extremely smart; he has learned sir, shake, touch, under, spin, and heel so far. Blake is food motivated. He thinks he is starving, which has become better as we use the enzyme pills to help him properly digest his food. We are still tackling the diarrhea. Blake is well mannered when he isn’t distracted. Blake also suffers from the worst thing ever; selective hearing. Blake does well with all dogs, is cat curious (he finds them interesting and pushes them past their comfort on accident, he needs more guidance in being taught appropriate interactions). Blake can do well with kids BUT has a jumping issue; so no delicate kids 😆 He’s very resilient to any challenge he faces. He has a well mannered personality, but just needs guidance for overall manners. We initially were told Blake has EPI; but our vet has determined against that; therefore we are still working on a diagnosis.

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Speckle

Australian Cattle Dog

Male, 1 yr 2 mos

Napoleon, 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

Speckle! Speckle is a 1 year old Australian cattle dog. Speckle was first purchased from a farm, then later abandoned by his owner. Speckle is very shy of new things, and loves to find comfort in his people. Since opening up a bit more, we’ve found that Speckle is good on a leash, good with other dogs, loves to listen and go on walks, potty trained, kennel trained. Speckle loves to be with his people and gives no care about others. Speckle is a HIGH ENERGY dog. He will play all day. He does well with other dogs; until he tires them out and is ready to keep going himself. Speckle should be able to adjust well with any home willing to put the work in. Speckle is neutered, has DHLPP bordetella and rabies vaccines, heartworm negative, and will receive a microchip.

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Salen

Labrador Retriever

Female, Young

Napoleon, OH

Size

(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)

Details

Story

Salen and her babies were found in the woods in Texas - half of her litter had been eaten by coyotes. The babies are going to need to renin with mom until 4/20; so they will need to be in foster *ALL TOGETHER* until then. Afterwards, they’ll be available for foster to adopt; you foster them until they have been spay or neutered (as early as 12 weeks, more than likely will be late May or early June) and then adopt ☺️

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Kylo

Australian Cattle Dog Border Collie

Male, 3 yrs

Napoleon, OH

Size

(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)

Details

Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Adopt Kylo! Who’s looking for a low energy, fluffy, sassy cattle dog?! Young adult male cattle dog mix. This sweet, sweet boy still needs a home. He is so down to earth and go with the flow. Does great with other dogs, is low energy, and loves those booty scratchins! He seems to want to chase livestock, but I’m betting that if someone put the time in with him, he’d understand that he shouldn’t do that. He really just wants to please. He loves being around our other dogs and has no issue with any of them. He’s a silly, playful guy that likes maybe a 15 minute walk and then he’s good. He is fixed and up to date on shots! He came to Ashtabula county animal protective league as part of a hoarding case - to which we pulled him from there! Being fostered in Lebanon OH. https://gforms.app/HhpNgNP

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Chuy

Australian Cattle Dog

Male, 1 yr 1 mo

Napoleon, OH

Size

(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)

Details

Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Chuy was an owner surrender in Dallas Texas who quickly found himself on the list for next to be euthanized- purely for space. Chuy is currently still in Texas but is in process of transit to Ohio Shelter notes on Chuy: Meet Chuy, a sweet and sensitive pup looking for a new home. Often cowering in his kennel, Chuy may seem nervous at first, but with patience and tasty treats, he quickly warms up to show his affectionate side. Chuy's s on a journey to find a loving home where he can continue to blossom and build his confidence. Due to space Chuy is needing placement as soon as possible. PLAYGROUP: PG1 - SOCIAL DG - DAINTY & GENTLE On 3/14/24 Timid and not very social, got a bit defensive upon interactions with others (mostly high energy dogs)Sometimes would approach others for sniffs but mostly sat in corner SHELTER OBSERVATION On 2/26/24 Upon intake Chuy was nervously shaking, and did need the help of the owner to bring him into the shelter and once inside he did walk with me well but with a few stops where he needed to calm down and then walk again, he started to whine once his owner left the building, and no signs of aggression VOLUNTEER OBSERVATION On 3/17/24 Timid Good on Leash;Good Manners;Learns Quickly;Pottied Immediately; Social (Dogs);Social (People); Timid at first, loosened up on the run ; Warms Up;Wants to Run; Chuy is overwhelmed at the shelter, but would blossom in a quieter environment. He wants to trust people, but is timid at first. He has amazing leash skills and manners in general

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Bourbon

Australian Cattle Dog

Male, 2 yrs

Napoleon, 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

Come meet Bourbon! Bourbon is a HIGH ENERGY cattle dog looking for his people! He is roughly 2 years old, and 40 pounds or so. He needs a large yard or someone willing to exercise him daily - mentally AND physically. He does well with other high energy dogs - but appears frustrated when there’s nearby dogs he wants to play with. He has no issue with cats. He does not do well with dogs that cannot keep up with him. Bourbon does well inside - he doesn’t have accidents, he doesn’t get into things. He is crate trained. He loves his Kongs with peanut butter. He loves being where his people are as well - we are working on separation issues. Bourbon will lay and cuddle - only after a long play session. His previous home describes him as the best cuddler! A very typical hyper Australian Cattle Dog Bourbon is up to date on his shots and fixed - ready to go to his new home! Fill out an application and message us to schedule a meet and greet! https://gforms.app/HhpNgNP

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Dog shelters and rescues in Defiance, Ohio

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Shelter

Fort Defiance Humane Society

7169 State Route 15, Defiance, OH 43512

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

Shelter

Henry County Humane Society

1136 Independence Drive, Napoleon, OH 43545

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

Rescue

Zesty Misfits Fostering

Napoleon, OH 43545

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Shelter

Paulding County Dog Shelter

13387 US 127, Paulding, OH 45879

Pet Types: dogs

Shelter

The Williams County Humane Society

09464 county road 13, Bryan, OH 43506

Pet Types: cats, dogs, small animals

Shelter

Fulton County Humane Society

22450 Co Rd F, Archbold, OH 43502

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

Rescue

Angels Haven Rescue

Wauseon, OH 43567

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Deacon's Hope Rescue

Wauseon, OH 43567

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Animal House Rescue Inc.

PO Box 264, Wauseon, OH 43567

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

Shelter

Shar Pei Savers Inc.

Wauseon, OH 43567

Pet Types: dogs

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Puppies and dogs in Defiance, Ohio

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