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Puppies and dogs in Hilliard, Ohio

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

German Shepherd Dog

Female, Adult
Hilliard, OH
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
We got Lacey as a puppy and had her for about 10 years. We've had a couple of incidents with our dog reacting to children trying to pick her up or falling on her. She has caught them with her teeth when she reacted. She is a good dog who spends most of her time outside. She is used to an electric fence and being able to roam in our yard but is inside during the winter. Ideal home would be somewhere that she can run that doesn't have younger children around.
We'll also keep you updated on Ruby's adoption status with email updates.
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Ruby

Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier Mutt

Female, Adult
Hilliard, OH
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Ruby is the sweetest dog with her adult family and friends but doesn't do well with other pets or kids. She needs a loving, adult-only home, and someone that can support her through transition to a new home. She might be slow to warm up in a new place, but once she's bonded to someone, she's truly the best dog. She loves to cuddle and just wants someone to love! Ruby is 7 years old. She is half yorkie, half mixed breed and just over 20 pounds. No health issues other than some general allergies. She does not shed. She's always been an anxious pup and nervous around new things & loud noises. You can often find her curled up on the couch or in her bed, but she also likes to be silly and have fun! Ruby knows some basic commands and loves to play games with her people at home like hide and seek and finding treats. She also gets so excited when her family comes home that she picks up a toy in her mouth and starts to howl! Ruby is looking for a relaxing home with her forever people to love.
We'll also keep you updated on Misty's adoption status with email updates.
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Misty

Labrador Retriever American Staffordshire Terrier

Female, Young
Hilliard, OH
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Misty was born on Jan. 26'th 2025. We were told she liked to play with her sister. We adopted her in Sept (around 8 months old) and have had her with us since then. The original owner passed away and she then needed re-homed. She is approximately 51 pounds, is a mix of American Staffordshire Terrier and Black Labrador retriever. She has had all her vaccines and is micro-chipped. She was spayed in November '25. She is crate-trained and house broken. She plays with our 9 year old lab/golden mix but can wear out his patience. She is a graduate of the Dog Wizard obedience classes. She loves to chase balls and frisbees. She loves walks and being outside.
We'll also keep you updated on Elliot's adoption status with email updates.
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Elliot

Beagle Jack Russell Terrier

Female, Senior
Upper Arlington, 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
Elliot will be 12 in November and has been part of our family along with her sister since they were 14 weeks old. Elliot is a gentle 30lb girl. She loves going for walks and running outside. She loved being pet and cuddling up next to you. She is quite protective and will alert if anyone enters the home/yard, but always welcomes people kindly but with caution. Elliot loves playing with her sister and is fine around other animals but generally prefers to keep to herself. She is good with children. We love her very much and this is a hard decision to come to, but we have entered a different season of life as we now have three young children and are having a fourth child this summer - between my husband and I both having full time jobs and parenting we are no longer able to give them the love and attention they deserve. We are hoping they will find a loving home to ideally take them on together as they have been lifelong besties.
We'll also keep you updated on Pumpkin's adoption status with email updates.
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Pumpkin

Havanese Poodle (Miniature)

Male, Adult
Upper Arlington, 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
Hi I'm Pumpkin. I am a six year old Havapoo looking for my forever home. I'm a very lovable and cuddly dog that loves to take walks as well as just cuddling on the couch. I am house broken and unfortunately my family is moving. I would love to meet you and find my new forever home.
We'll also keep you updated on Nati's adoption status with email updates.
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Nati

Jack Russell Terrier Beagle

Female, Senior
Upper Arlington, 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
Nati will be 12 this November. My husband adopted her and her sister when they were 12 weeks old in 2015 from a rescue shelter and have had them ever since. She’s a timid, loving dog who enjoyer and cuddles. She is great and gentle with kids and so docile. She is good with other dogs and enjoys playing with other animals . She enjoys walks, but with her older age also loved lounging around the house. She is potty trained, has no health issues, is spayed, microchipped, and up to date on shots. We are seeking to re-home her and her sister ideally to the same home as they are truly best friends and would likely be heartbroken apart. We love them so much and this is a hard decision for our family. We adopted them when it was just my husband and I - we have since added 3 young children and will be having our fourth child this summer and are no longer able to provide the love and attention they need and deserve between both working full time and caring for our children.

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Central Ohio Dog Rescue League

Hilliard, OH 43026

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Italian Greyhound Rescue of Ohio

5103 Cavalier Dr, Hilliard, OH 43026

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The Spay/Neuter Incentive Project and Sanctuary

Hilliard, OH 43026

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Columbus Humane

3015 Scioto Darby Executive Court, Hilliard, OH 43026

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

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Wagging Tales Rescue

Hilliard, OH 43026

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Colony Cats (& dogs)

2740 Festival Lane, Columbus, OH 43017

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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2 Many Dogs Rescue OH transport

Dublin, OH 43017

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