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Puppies and dogs in Fairborn, Ohio

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We'll also keep you updated on Diesel's adoption status with email updates.
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Diesel

Dogue de Bordeaux

Male, Adult
Fairborn, OH
Size
(when grown) X-Large 101 lbs (46 kg) or more
Details
Good with kids, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Diesel is 7 years old. Born 11/2018 along with 8 other siblings. We did have mom & dad both (pregnancy was unplanned-we were told when we adopted mom she was fixed) Surprise! My son decided to keep Diesel as a pet, however he has his own family now therefore Diesel has been with us. Due to life changes & unforeseen circumstances we are no longer able to keep him. He's got a sensitive stomach, he does not free feed. He's very excited to see & interact with his humans. He'll be your best friend 4sure, knows basic commands, stop, stay, no, come, eat, outside and time for bed. We have a large yard for activity so he does not go on walks, he's happy with his space and privacy. Doesn't get on couch or beds. He sleeps in his space. He is crate trained however we do not use one for him. If home alone he goes into his bedroom. Yes, he has his own room and twin size mattress to chill on along with food & water.
We'll also keep you updated on Coco's adoption status with email updates.
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Coco

Poodle (Toy or Tea Cup)

Male, Adult
Fairborn, OH
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Coco is a loving and intelligent dog! He matches your energy and is the type of good boy who is just happy to be here. He will turn eight this December and has been with me since 2019 when I originally adopted him from a private owner. Coco can suffer from separation anxiety so I’m looking for a home where he can ideally be with someone who will either work with him or ensure he is not home alone for too long. He is also sensitive to sounds so ideally a single owner house as well (not an apartment)
We'll also keep you updated on Reina's adoption status with email updates.
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Reina

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, Adult
Huber Heights, OH
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
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We'll also keep you updated on Doreen's adoption status with email updates.
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Doreen

French Bulldog

Female, 2 yrs
Huber Heights, 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
Location: Covington, KY Food: Farmina N&D Tropical Selection Salmon Medication: NexGard Plus Are you looking to feel like Peter Pan by having a shadow that will interact with you? If so, Doreen is your girl! Frenchies are called "velcro dogs", and Doreen is industrial grade. Forget about the idea of personal space... she loves people, and loves HER person the most of all. She hasn't shown much interest in toys or playing, but she loves to snuggle and on walks will insist on saying hello to every person she sees. Speaking of walks - this girl is amazing on a leash! Doreen does like kiddos, but can get a little shy if things are too noisy so she would do better in a home with kids who are a little older. She likes other dogs too, but the same rules apply - if they're high energy or vocal, they probably won't be a great match for her. She does love to cuddle up with her foster sister at bed time, so a dog that can match her energy would be wonderful but she would also love to be the star of the show in a home where she's the only four-legged resident. If you want a sidekick who will follow you to the ends of the earth as long as there's a comfy bed, pillow, or blanket to curl up on, Doreen might be your girl! ***Adoption Process*** -All current pets in the home need to be spayed/neutered, up to date on vaccines and on veterinarian prescribed flea/tick/heart worm prevention. -Everyone living in the home, including all resident dogs, must be present at the meet and greet located in the Southwest Ohio area. -We DO NOT ship dogs!!!
We'll also keep you updated on Amari's adoption status with email updates.
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Amari

French Bulldog

Female, 4 yrs 1 mo
Huber Heights, 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
Location: Dayton, Ohio Food: RAW Medication: Monthly Flea/Tick/Heartworm, Myos powder, Ligaplex supplement Special Needs: Chiropractic visits/hydrotherapy 💖 Meet Amari 💖 This little Frenchie firecracker is the perfect blend of snuggle bug, party girl, and inspiration! 🐾 Amari’s journey with us began in true bulldog fashion — dramatic, brave, and full of heart. Her story started with an emergency IVDD surgery after two slipped discs left her unable to stand. It was a scary, uncertain time… until one incredible foster family stepped in and showed her that love truly can heal. From there, Amari began her comeback story. With daily exercises, visits to an acupuncturist, and the help of a set of custom wheels, she started to rediscover her strength — and her spark. Those wheels didn’t slow her down one bit; if anything, they gave her wings. Even when her back legs didn’t want to cooperate, Amari decided she’d just bring them along for the ride. She was the fastest thing on two legs! We knew she needed even more support to reach her full potential, so she joined us here locally where she could get frequent hydrotherapy and chiropractic care. The progress she’s made since then has been nothing short of inspiring. Her chiropractor even uses a special laser treatment that’s helping her continue to improve every week on her sprinkles (see more about that later). And through it all, Amari has never lost her sparkle. She’s a HARDCORE PLAYER who takes her playdates seriously — toys, stuffies, other dogs — she’s the life of the party. You’d never guess how much she’s overcome just by watching her zoom around with that huge smile and determined little trot. Now, let’s talk about one of Amari’s most endearing quirks — her love sprinkles. While she’s technically potty trained, she does have some incontinence and the occasional excited tinkle. She’s just that happy to see you! We choose to love her exactly as she is — mop on standby and hearts wide open — because those wiggles and wags are pure joy. Sure, she could wear a diaper, but we prefer to let her live and love freely. Her forever family will share that same understanding and unconditional love. She is on a RAW food diet which does help with this! Amari adores her people with every ounce of her being. She’s affectionate, vocal, goofy, and will happily hold full conversations with you until she gets what she wants (spoiler: it’s probably kisses or snuggles). ✨ In short: *Survived emergency IVDD surgery & conquered rehab like a champ *Hydrotherapy, chiropractic, and laser treatments continue to help her thrive *Not fan of her diva den... she and the crate are not zen, not bffs. *Certified Snuggle Queen *Potty trained but proudly sprinkles love when excited 💕 *Fluent in kisses, wiggles, and conversation This beautiful girl needs a forever family ready to embrace her quirks, celebrate her progress, and cheer her on. Amari’s journey isn’t over — not by a long shot. Her forever family will be the ones ready to step in and walk beside her, helping her keep putting one paw in front of the other until she finds her strongest, happiest self. Her work isn’t done, but we know the right people are out there — ready to help her continue this incredible journey. This girl isn't labeled special needs, she is simply SPECIAL. To the right people, she will be your everything. If your heart is open, you need to meet this girl. She is something amazing and her story is one for the books. Are you a ready to be a part of it? ** Amari is currently being fostered in Dayton, Ohio ** We are open to out of state applications so long as the entire potential forever family can make it here locally for an in person meet and greet with all people and current dogs in the home. ** We do NOT ship dogs.
We'll also keep you updated on Fancy's adoption status with email updates.
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Fancy

Bulldog

Female, 3 yrs 1 mo
Huber Heights, 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
Location: Dayton, OH Food: N&D Pumpkin Medication: Nexgard Plus ✨ Meet Fancy ✨ Fancy may sound like a diva name, but don’t be fooled — this girl is more couch potato chic than red-carpet glam. At about 4 ½ years old, she’s mastered the fine art of lounging but is always down for an adventure (especially if snacks are involved 🍪). She’s currently living with three other bulldogs and adores them all — so we know she’s a dog lover. Cats and kids? Still TBD. But honestly, she’s more interested in figuring out how many naps a day is socially acceptable. Fancy is crate-trained, housebroken, and has zero diva drama — no toy or food aggression here. She’s affectionate, goofy, patient, a little quirky, and proudly carries the title of “Professional Snuggler.” Basically, if you’re looking for a companion who’s equal parts silly and sweet, Fancy is your girl. All she needs now is her forever family (with a cozy couch and maybe a few snacks on the side). 🐾💕 ***Adoption Process*** -All current pets in the home need to be spayed/neutered, up to date on vaccines and on veterinarian prescribed flea/tick/heart worm prevention. -Everyone living in the home, including all resident dogs, must be present at the meet and greet located in the Southwest Ohio area. -We DO NOT ship dogs!!!

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Fuzzy Pawz Shih Tzu Rescue

Fairborn, OH 45324

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Advocates 4 Animals, Inc

Beavercreek, OH 45432

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Badass Bulldog Rescue

Huber Heights, OH 45424

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Corgi Rescue of Dayton

5006 Tewkesbury Drive, Huber Heughts, OH 45424

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Blue Collar Rescue

1613 Huffman Avenue, Dayton, OH 45403

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Great Dane Rescue of Ohio, Inc

3960 Liebherr Drive, Beavercreek, OH 45430

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Luv-A-Bulls Rescue, Inc.

Dayton, OH 45410

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Greene County Animal Care and Control

641 Dayton-Xenia Rd, Xenia, OH 45385

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

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Animals For Life

P. O. Box 336, Xenia, OH 45385

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HALO

3346 Jasper Road, Xenia, OH 45385

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