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

Lucy

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 3 yrs 5 mos

Elida, OH

Size

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

Details

Story

💔 Meet Lucy — the little dog who still believes in love. 🐾 Lucy was found tied to a tree, her body showing she’d just had puppies. She’s estimated around 2 years old and still very much a puppy at heart, full of joy, curiosity, and hope. We believe Lucy was kept in a basement or garage before she was rescued. Because of that, she’s still learning her house manners, but she’s catching on quickly with consistency and patience. She’s such a smart, eager girl who just wants to make you proud. She is an absolute lover and snuggles up like a nice heated blanket 🐾 Lucy loves her chew toys — she keeps one in every room like little treasures she’s collected now that she finally has a safe place to call home. 🧸 She adores other dogs and will play with them all day long, and she’d love to be friends with cats too (though her excitement can be a bit much for some). After all she’s survived, Lucy deserves a family who will give her the love and security she’s been missing. She’s ready for her second chance — could it be with you? 💕

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Eden

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 4 yrs

Elida, OH

Size

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

Details

Spayed or Neutered,

Story

Meet Eden — a beautiful girl with a heart just as lovely as her name. 💕🐾 Eden is an approximately 52-pound medium mixed breed who is ready to find the loving forever home she truly deserves. This sweet girl has such a gentle, kind personality and absolutely loves being around people. She has a calm, affectionate nature and would make a wonderful companion for a lucky family. Eden does great with other dogs and is also good with cats, making her a wonderful addition to many different types of homes. She enjoys being around her furry friends and would love a home where she can share her love and companionship. She is up to date on all of her vaccinations and is already spayed, so she’s ready to settle right into her new life. Eden was previously heartworm positive, but she has completed treatment and is now heartworm negative — healthy, happy, and ready to move forward with a bright future. Eden is truly such a sweet girl who just wants a family to love her. She’s the type of dog that will happily sit by your side, greet you with a wagging tail, and remind you every day how special rescue dogs really are. Now all Eden needs is someone to give her the forever home she has been waiting for. Could that be you? 🐶❤️

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King

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 3 mos

Elida, OH

Size

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

Details

Story

🎄✨ Meet King – Our Little Christmas Eve Miracle! ✨🎄 King is a handsome male medium to large breed with a heart just as big as his puppy paws! Born on Christmas Eve 2025 to his sweet mama, Honey, he truly is a special holiday blessing. 🎁🐾 This sweet boy is growing into such a loving, playful pup. King is puppy pad trained and doing wonderfully! He is great with other dogs and does well with kids, making him a perfect addition to a family ready for puppy snuggles, playtime, and lots of love. 💙 King is up to date on all of his shots and will be neutered around six months of age. His neuter will be covered by the rescue at Auglaize Animal Hospital in Wapakoneta, so his future family can rest easy knowing everything is taken care of. Full of personality, sweetness, and that Christmas magic he was born with, King is ready to grow, love, and create a lifetime of memories with a family of his very own. 🎄🏡💕

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Pepper

Mixed Breed (Medium) Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 3 mos

Elida, OH

Size

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

Details

Story

Meet Pepper 💕 Pepper is a handsome male medium mixed breed puppy with a sweet personality and a heart full of love. His estimated birth date is December 26, 2025, making him the perfect little holiday surprise that just keeps giving joy! 🎄🐾 Pepper is already showing what a wonderful companion he will be. He is great with other dogs and enjoys having furry friends around to play with and learn from. Whether he’s bouncing around during playtime or snuggling up after a long day of puppy adventures, Pepper has a gentle, loving nature that makes everyone fall in love with him. This smart little guy is also puppy pad trained, which is a great start for his future family as he continues learning all the good puppy manners he’ll need. Like all puppies, he will thrive with a family that can provide patience, guidance, and lots of love while he grows into the amazing dog he’s meant to be. Pepper is up to date on his vaccinations, and he will be neutered at around six months old, which will be covered by the rescue at Auglaize Animal Hospital in Wapakoneta. Pepper is at that fun puppy stage where everything is exciting—new toys, new people, and new adventures. He would love a forever family that will help him continue to learn, explore the world, and give him all the cuddles he deserves. 🐶💗 If you’re looking for a sweet, playful, and loving puppy to add to your family, Pepper might just be the perfect match. Your new best friend could be waiting for you. 🐾

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Lark

Great Pyrenees

Female, 3 mos

Elida, OH

Size

(when grown) X-Large 101 lbs (46 kg) or more

Details

Story

🐾✨ Meet Lark! ✨🐾 Say hello to Lark, a beautiful Great Pyrenees mix puppy with a gentle spirit and a heart full of love. Born around December 3rd, 2025, Lark is growing into a wonderful young pup who is ready to find the perfect family to call her own. With her soft, fluffy coat and sweet, soulful eyes, it’s impossible not to fall in love with her. 🤍🐶 Just like her name, Lark is a little song of joy—lighthearted, sweet, and always bringing a sense of calm happiness wherever she goes. 🎶💛 She has the loving, gentle nature Great Pyrenees mixes are known for. She enjoys spending time with people, playing, and then settling in for cozy cuddle time. She is great with other dogs and kids, making her a perfect companion for a family ready to welcome a loyal and affectionate pup. Lark is up to date on her shots and will be spayed when she reaches the appropriate age, which will be covered by the rescue at Auglaize Animal Hospital in Wapakoneta. Because Lark is part Great Pyrenees, there will be adoption restrictions, and her adopter must have knowledge and understanding of the breed. Great Pyrenees are amazing, loyal dogs, but they do best with families who understand their unique traits—like their protective instincts, intelligence, and need for proper space, training, and guidance as they grow. With the right home, Lark will blossom into an incredibly devoted companion who will love and protect her family with her whole heart. Lark is looking for a family that will cherish her gentle spirit, embrace her breed, and give her a lifetime of love and belonging. In return, she promises soft snuggles, quiet loyalty, and a heart full of sweet “songs” just for you. 💕 🐶 If you think Lark might be the perfect addition to your family, she would love the chance to meet you and start her journey to a forever home. 🏡✨

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Honey Bee

Australian Shepherd

Female, 8 mos

Elida, OH

Size

(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less

Details

Spayed or Neutered,

Story

🐾✨ Meet Honey Bee! ✨🐾 Sweet as her name, Honey Bee is a lovable little Mini Australian Shepherd mix born on 7/8/25. This beautiful girl weighs about 17 pounds and is spayed and up to date on all her vaccines—ready to find her forever family! 💛🐝 Honey Bee is full of energy and personality! She would thrive in a home that can give her a job or fun activities to keep her busy—this girl is a little worker at heart. Whether it’s playtime, learning new tricks, or exploring the outdoors, Honey Bee is happiest when she has something to do! She can be a bit shy at first, but once she warms up, she’s full of love, kisses, and playful excitement (yes, she may jump up to say hello—but she’s eager to learn!). She is crate familiar but will need a little more practice going in on command. She’s also used to walking with a harness and does pretty well, though continued leash training will help her shine even more. Honey Bee is pad trained and does great as long as she’s let out on time. She’s been around other dogs and does well, though slow introductions are best. She’s also been around kids and does well, but because she can be a little timid, older children may be the best fit. Cats? She mostly just watches them with curiosity! She can be a bit nervous around men, so she may need a patient home willing to help her build confidence at her own pace. If you’re looking for a sweet, active girl with so much potential and love to give, Honey Bee might just be your perfect match! 🐾💛

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Dog shelters and rescues in Lima, Ohio

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Rescue

All Starr Pet Rescue

207 S Greenlawn Ave, Elida, OH 45807

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Shelter

Ohio SPCA & Humane Society

3606 Elida Road, Lima, OH 45807

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

Shelter

Allen County Dog Warden

1165 Seriff Rd., Lima, OH 45805

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Open Hearts Bully Rescue

5560 Bellefontaine Rd, Lima, OH 45804

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

TLU Rescue

142 Vance Street, Bluffton, OH 45817

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Shelter

Putnam Pet Rescue

PO Box 41, Pandora, OH 45877

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Shelter

Auglaize County Humane Society

616 North Dixie Highway, Wapakoneta, OH 45895

Pet Types: cats, dogs, small animals

Shelter

Putnam County Dog Shelter

1490 E. Second St., Ottawa, OH 45875

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Putnam Pet Pals

Ottawa, OH 45875

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Lil Paws Rescue Inc.

PO BOX 216, Jackson Center, OH 45334

Pet Types: dogs

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Cairn Terrier Canaan Dog Cane Corso Cardigan Welsh Corgi Carolina Dog Catahoula Leopard Dog Caucasian Shepherd Dog Cavachon Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Cavapoo Chesapeake Bay Retriever Chihuahua Chinese Crested Chinook Chiweenie Chow Chow Clumber Spaniel Cockapoo Cocker Spaniel Collie Coonhound Corgi Coton de Tulear Curly-Coated Retriever Dachshund Dalmatian Dandie Dinmont Terrier Doberman Pinscher Dogo Argentino Dogue de Bordeaux Dutch Shepherd

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German Pinscher German Shepherd Dog German Shorthaired Pointer German Spitz German Wirehaired Pointer Glen of Imaal Terrier Goberian Golden Retriever Goldendoodle Gordon Setter Great Dane Great Pyrenees Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Greyhound Halden Hound (Haldenstrover) Harrier Havanese Horgi Hovawart Husky

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

Maltese Maltipoo Manchester Terrier Maremma Sheepdog Mastiff Miniature Bull Terrier Miniature Dachshund Miniature Pinscher Morkie Mountain Cur Munsterlander Mutt Neapolitan Mastiff Newfoundland Norfolk Terrier Norwegian Buhund Norwegian Elkhound Norwegian Lundehund Norwich Terrier Nova Scotia Duck-Tolling Retriever

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Weimaraner Welsh Springer Spaniel Welsh Terrier Westie, West Highland White Terrier Wheaten Terrier Whippet Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Xoloitzcuintle/Mexican Hairless

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