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Puppies and dogs in Rocky River, Ohio

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Nala

American Staffordshire Terrier

Female, Young
Cleveland, OH
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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Story
Rescued her from Florida because she was the runt of the litter and no one wanted her. It’s been hard to find her a home. I’ve been stuck with her. I didn’t want anything to happen to her. I’m trying to find her a good home. She’s a good dog. She’s really nice. I’ve had her since she was about eight weeks and she will be two around Valentine’s Day. Looking for a good home for her so she can explore more without having the anxiety of ever being alone. She’s good with other dogs. She’s good with kids and she’s good with cats. Her name is Nala and she loves attention and cuddling
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Madam

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, Adult
Cleveland, OH
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
She is very good with kids. She loves attention. I am moving and the landlord will not allow large dogs
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Samson Zyere Colbert

Beagle Chihuahua

Male, Adult
Cleveland, OH
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Not good with dogs, House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
I've had Samson since he was 9 weeks old. He was the runt of the litter. He is affectionate and loves to play! He is a finicky eater but greedy when he likes something. Samson loves treats. He is active and loves catch. Samson loves to chew plastic bottles, eats any dog bed you give him, and can be stubborn. He likes to bark.
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Bailey

Spaniel (Unknown Type) Treeing Walker Coonhound

Male, Adult
Cleveland, OH
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Bailey is a 6 year old medium sized mixed breed. He is a fun-loving, high energy dog. He is a rescue and takes a little time to warm up to new people, but once he does, he is very affectionate. He loves cuddles, hikes, and sunbathing, and hates peanut butter with a passion. He does have ongoing issues with resource guarding and some barrier reactivity, which improved with training. He does well with dogs and cats given some time and patience, although he can be unpredictable with children. We did have an incident where our 8 month old son approached him when he was eating and Bailey snapped at him, which was our mistake for allowing an unsafe situation, and not his fault in any way. Bailey has offered us unconditional love and companionship for the past 5 years, but our family has changed in a way that doesn’t work for him anymore. We would love for him to find a family who can love and care for him as he is.
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George

Shar Pei

Male, Senior
Cleveland, 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
George is an 8-year-old Shar Pei mix with a heart as big as his personality. Don’t let his age fool you—George still has plenty of energy and absolutely loves going for walks and being part of the action. Most of all, George loves his people. He is a true companion who will never leave your side. Wherever you are, George wants to be there too. Whether you’re relaxing on the couch, moving around the house, or settling in for the evening, he’ll happily follow along. He’s also an expert snuggler and has a special talent for finding the most comfortable spot in the house. Give him a cozy place to lie down, and he’ll be perfectly content. Of course, his favorite place is usually wherever his people are. Making the decision to surrender George is incredibly difficult. He is a very good dog and has done nothing wrong. Our lives and schedules have simply become busier, and we have realized that George needs more attention, companionship, and time than we are currently able to give him.
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Orion

Beagle Boxer

Male, Adult
Cleveland, 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 special attention, Needs experienced adopter, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
I acquired Orion in 2021 my ex and I wanted to get another dog at the time and his friend found Orion he was pushed out of a moving vehicle that had dislocated his front shoulder and he was covered in head to toe in piss and shit. So we took him in and we even got him on an insurance for his hospital visits however when it came to behavioral we didn’t have that insured and it was getting too expensive to keep going he does have a history of biting and I cant keep him for the safety of others. He is a good dog I would say minus the biting part he is very active he loves being outside and running and after a hour or 2 when you bring him back inside he is asleep for the rest of the day. He used to play alot with my other dog axl but he has been getting in a lot of dog fights with him and other dogs we have. I dont know where else to go or turn to for him that isnt going to break the bank.

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Dog shelters and rescues in Rocky River, Ohio

There are animal shelters and rescues that focus specifically on finding great homes for dogs in Rocky River, Ohio. Browse these rescues and shelters below.

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Friends of the Cleveland Kennel

PO Box 770423, Cleveland, OH 44107

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Hunter's Hope Dog Rescue

Cleveland, OH 44145

Pet Types: dogs

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Love Four Paws Rescue, Inc

P.O Box 35365, Cleveland, OH 44135

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

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We Love Dogs

Cleveland, OH 44135

Pet Types: dogs

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Mutts in a Rut Rescue, Inc.

P.O. Box 111335, Cleveland, OH 44111

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Take Me Too-Multi breed dog rescue

Northeast, OH 44111

Pet Types: dogs

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Milos Animal Rescue Team

Cleveland, OH 44111

Pet Types: dogs

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A New Leash on Life Rescue

North Olmsted, OH 44070

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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The Rescue Inn

P.O. Box 246, North Olmsted, OH 44070

Pet Types: dogs

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Midwest Border Collie Rescue - Ohio

North Olmsted, OH 44070

Pet Types: dogs

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