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Puppies and dogs in Elyria, Ohio

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GINGER

Labrador Retriever American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, Senior
Amherst, OH
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Sweet Ginger is being returned to us after being in a home about 5 months.  They loved her and are heartbroken but Ginger has high prey drive for free roaming chickens.  That being said she must have a secure fenced in yard, a privacy fence is preferred or at least one that is 5 ft high.  She seems to be fine with other dogs after a proper introduction including small ones.  Ginger could also flourish as an only dog as she loves her people.  She has not been around cats so we are unsure but based on her prey drive a home without cats would be best.   Children should be older and respectful.  Ginger is about 8 years old and 50 lbs, a nice manageable size. She is fully vetted and had a dental last fall.   Ginger is housetrained and loves to ride in the car.  She can be left with the run of the house while you are gone without issue.  Ginger has the most adorable smile, we think it is adorable.   If interested in Ginger, please email hartmanshounds@gmail.com.  Her adoption fee is $150.April 24, 2024, 2:26 pm
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SULLY

Dachshund Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Male, Adult
Amherst, OH
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
UPDATE:  Sully has been with a trainer for the past few weeks and will stay a little longer to make him the best he can be. He will then be ready to find a loving home. What we have found is that Sully will need at least a 5 ft fence and regular exercise. He is great with other dogs wanting to play, fine with cats and great with kids.  He really likes kids but they must be respectful. We believe there was mistreatment by a male and he may bark at them and even back away but once he knows you are no threat he is fine. He would love another dog to play with in a new home and a family who is active and will exercise him.  .A house where there is not a lot of outside stimulus is preferred. A house set a bit off the road if possible.   Sully was originally rescued from City Dogs Cleveland after he tested positive for heartworm.  He has now gone through his full treatment and is fine.  Sully is close to 3 years old and currently 30 lbs but could lose a couple lbs.  His mix appears to be Dachshund/Terrier. Sully rides well in the car and is housetrained.  In a new environment, he wants to mark but that stops quickly.  (That is why the wrap in the photos).   If interested in Sully, please email hartmanshounds@gmail.com. His adoption fee is $200. April 24, 2024, 2:26 pm
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PEANUT & CASHEW

Beagle

Male, Young
Amherst, OH
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet Peanut & Cashew. They were rescued from an overcrowded KY shelter.  We believe they are littermates and we would love for them to stay together but can be split up if necessary.  Peanut and Cashew are about 1 year old, 21 lbs. and Beagle mixes.  They are super sweet and loving.  We just got them so don't really know yet about being housetrained.  They have to receive one more vaccine and they are ready to find a loving home.  Due to their breed, a fenced yard is required.  Based on their personalities, we believe they would be fine with other dogs, cats and respectable children. If interested in Peanut and Cashew, please email hartmanshounds@gmail.com.  Their adoption fee if they go to the same home would be $300.  If separated, it would be $175.  April 24, 2024, 2:26 pm
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PEANUT

Beagle Black and Tan Coonhound

Male, Young
Amherst, OH
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet Peanut. I was originally trying to find him a home with Cashew but can’t seem to. He is a wonderful friendly dog. Peanut is fully vetted. His personality is top notch so more than likely would be good with everyone. He is crate trained. May be house trained but hard to tell for sure since he is in a boarding kennel. Peanut will need a fenced yard due to his breed. He’s a little guy at only 21 pounds and he is just barely over a year old. He looks to be maybe Beagle/Black and Tan Coonhound mix. His adoption fee is $175. If interested in Peanut, please email hartmanshounds@gmail.com.April 24, 2024, 2:26 pm
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CASHEW

Beagle Foxhound

Male, Young
Amherst, OH
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet Cashew. He was rescued along with a littermate from an overcrowded shelter. He is the sweetest boy.  He’s a little guy at out 21 lbs and is just over a year old. More info to come soon. Cashew’s adoption fee is $175.  If interested in Cashew, please email hartmanshounds@gmail.com.April 24, 2024, 2:26 pm
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Paddington

Patterdale Terrier (Fell Terrier) Terrier (Unknown Type, Small)

Male, 1 yr 8 mos
Grafton, OH
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Paddington! 1.5 yrs , aprox 29 lbs Scruffy faced boy, He is a Parson Russell / Patterdale terrier mix. His personality is fun and playful and super smart. 🐾 Rescued & ready to steal your heart! His fav 
ball is life, 🎾 😂 He is dog social & will be here learning & playing with our boarding pups, training up & learning new skills until adopted.. We will accept any donation for his Rescue Boarding So please SHARE this cute pup!!! Fenced Yard Required* (Older respectful kids over 15 please) ( Sorry! WE DO NOT ADOPT OUT OF STATE )

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OASIS Animal Shelter

44881 US Route 20, Oberlin, OH 44074

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BROWN DOG RESCUE, INC

Oberlin, OH 44074

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Hartman's Hounds

Amherst, OH 44001

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Crystals Clefts

Elyria, OH 44035

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Cosmo's Buddies

Elyria, OH 44035

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Buckeye Boxer Rescue, Inc.

Elyria, OH 44035

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Lorain County Pit Crew

Elyria, OH 44035

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Erie Shores Humane Society

PO Box 1041, Elyria, OH 44035

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Lorain County Dog Kennel Volunteers

301 Hadaway St., Elyria, OH 44035

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Friendship APL of Lorain County

8303 Murray Ridge Road, Elyria, OH 44035

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

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