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Puppies and dogs in Guelph, Ontario

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

Bentley

Husky German Shepherd Dog

Male, 5 yrs

Guelph, ON

Size

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

Details

Story

Hello! My name is Bentley!Do you love Canadian winters? Are you ecstatic when there is a huge snowfall? Do you love rolling around in the snow making snow-dogs? Meee too! If you love being outside in the snow, I`m your guy! If you don`t, maybe I can enjoy the snow in the yard while you watch and smile from the window. I am sensitive about handling, particularly of my paws. I am looking for humans who will be patient with me and put in some effort to help me feel more comfy with handling so it`s not so stressful. I am strong and do pull on leash so my humans should be comfortable walking a strong doggo. I`m a super friendly guy and will enthusiastically greet new people. MY IDEAL HOME INVOLVES…CHILDREN: Teenagers may be ok but no young children given I have some handling sensitivities.OTHER DOGS: Yes, a friendly dog who isn’t too exuberant would be fine.CATS: Potentially, I’ve never lived with a cat before but didn’t seem too worked up when I saw one through the window at GHS. If you have a cat, they should have experience living with big dogs and not hiding or running.FIRST-TIME DOG OWNERS: I would do best with someone who has some dog experience or husky knowledge.FENCED-IN YARD: Not necessarily. HOUSING ENVIRONMENT: Any, though my previous owners found it hard to meet my energy needs in an apartment building and felt having a space to run was helpful to getting my energy out.SOMEONE HOME MOST OF THE DAY: Not necessarily, though I may not be best suited for a home where the humans are gone for a full work day.SOME OTHER THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT ME…ACTIVITY LEVEL: Medium. HOUSE-TRAINED: Yes.If you think I could be a good match for your home, click the “Adopt Me” button to apply!

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Blizzard

American Bulldog

Male, 1 yr 4 mos

Guelph, ON

Size

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

Details

Story

Hi there, I’m Blizzard!I’m a friendly and affectionate boy, always happy to say hello and make new friends. Do you have any toys? I LOVE to play! I can be a bit mouthy at times, but I mean well—I just get really excited and playing with toys helps to keep my mouth busy. I’m looking for a family that’s interested in training and will help me work on things like barking at dogs when I’m on my leash and getting used to handling. Adopting me means endless love and companionship... I`m ready to be your new loyal friend!MY IDEAL HOME INVOLVES…CHILDREN: Teenagers would be great but no young kiddos given I`m still learning not to mouth on hands.OTHER DOGS: Yes, I would love a playmate in the home! And what a great way for me to get out energy!CATS: No, I bark at cats and I don’t think your kitties would appreciate that.FIRST-TIME DOG OWNERS: I would do best with someone who has previous dog experience.FENCED-IN YARD: Recommended for a safe space to run and burn energy.HOUSING ENVIRONMENT: No apartment buildings given I sometimes bark at dogs on leash.SOMEONE HOME MOST OF THE DAY: Not necessarily, though a home where I would be left for a full work day wouldn’t be the best match.SOME OTHER THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT ME…ACTIVITY LEVEL: Medium.HOUSE-TRAINED: YesIf you think I could be a good match for your home, click the “Adopt Me” button to apply!

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Dennis

American Bulldog

Male, 2 yrs 6 mos

Guelph, ON

Size

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

Details

Story

Hello! My name is Dennis!I`m a charming, lovable guy! I`m sweet and affectionate and looking for a home that will play with me and give me lots of cool things to chew - I do love to use my chompers to enjoy fun textures and toys. I also love following my nose and exploring new environments. What a great way for me to burn some brain energy! And I`m a snuggly boy who enjoys curling up to my humans after a long day.MY IDEAL HOME INVOLVES…CHILDREN: Teenagers should be fine. I don`t like to share my high-value items so young kids aren`t recommended.OTHER DOGS: Yes, I would enjoy a friendly, bouncy dog to wrestle with!CATS: Potentially, with cat who has lived with, and isn`t scared of, us big dogs.FIRST-TIME DOG OWNERS: Potentially, if you have some large breed experience.FENCED-IN YARD: Not necessary but would help to burn some energy!HOUSING ENVIRONMENT: Any.SOMEONE HOME MOST OF THE DAY: Not necessarily.SOME OTHER THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT ME…ACTIVITY LEVEL: Medium.HOUSE-TRAINED: Yes.If you think I could be a good match for your home, click the “Adopt Me” button to apply!

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Nimona

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 1 yr 2 mos

Guelph, ON

Size

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

Details

Story

Hi there, I’m Nimona!I’m a bit shy when I meet new people but if you’re patient with me, we’ll be best friends in no time! Once I get to know you, I do tend to jump up and say hello. I’m very treat-motivated and I love to play with all kinds of toys... and wait ‘til you see me RUN when I have a safe open space! I’m looking for a family who will help me build my confidence through positive training and play. Major bonus points if you have another friendly pup—I’d love to have a friend!MY IDEAL HOME INVOLVES…CHILDREN: Teenagers should be ok and fun! I can be timid so I’m not an ideal match for youngsters. But I love to play, so a family with teens might be nice.OTHER DOGS: Yes, please! I would enjoy a playful dog buddy to romp around with.CATS: Yes, with cats comfortable living with dogs. I have lived with cats before.FIRST-TIME DOG OWNERS: Potentially, if you have some experience with timid dogs.FENCED-IN YARD: Recommended so I can run like the wind after my toys!HOUSING ENVIRONMENT: No apartment buildings as I can be nervous of strangers in my personal space.SOMEONE HOME MOST OF THE DAY: Not necessarily.SOME OTHER THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT ME…ACTIVITY LEVEL: Medium.HOUSE-TRAINED: Yes.If you think I would make a good match for your home, please click the `Adopt Me` button to apply!

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Essen

German Shepherd Dog

Female, 5 yrs 6 mos

Guelph, ON

Size

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

Details

Story

Hello! My name is Essen!I`ve been waiting for my family to come along since February 2025. Can you believe I`ve been in the care of GHS for over 365 days?! Me neither! I`m a big sweetheart and always start my day with snuggles in bed with foster mom. I`m a very friendly girl and enjoy meeting new humans. I do prefer humans over dogs though, and would be a great family dog for a home with older kids. I am so smart and have learned so many new skills because of my awesome foster mom. I`ve also recently discovered that I am an excellent cottage buddy and love to swim!MY IDEAL HOME INVOLVES…CHILDREN: Yes, older and mature children!OTHER DOGS: Other dogs cause me stress, so I`m looking to be the only dog.CATS: Since I like to chase little critters, I shouldn`t live with kitties.FIRST-TIME DOG OWNERS: I would do best in a home that has dog experience.FENCED-IN YARD: Highly recommended.HOUSING ENVIRONMENT: Homes with yard preferred.SOMEONE HOME MOST OF THE DAY: I do well home alone!SOME OTHER THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT ME…ACTIVITY LEVEL: Medium.HOUSE-TRAINED: Yes!A special thank you to my friends at Royal Canin: they`re generously providing my new adopters with one month of my food for free!If you think I could be a good match for your home, click the “Adopt Me” button to apply!

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Echo

Husky

Male, 8 yrs

Guelph, ON

Size

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

Details

Story

Hello! My name Echo!I`m a beautiful husky looking for some humans who will enjoy my quirky personality! I can take a few minutes and lots of sniffs to warm up to new people. I prefer when strangers ignore me, or even better, toss tasty treats my way. I came into GHS with a very thick and matted undercoat. After a pro groom where a 10-gallon-bin-worth of fur was removed, I`m feeling SO much better and enjoying pets and touching so much more! I hope my new family will keep my coat feeling good with regular brushing. True to my breed, I am very chatty and I do like to make silly husky noises, so I hope you like singing!MY IDEAL HOME INVOLVES…CHILDREN: Teenager may be ok. No young children given I’m an older guy looking for a retirement home and don’t have much experience with kids.OTHER DOGS: Yes, I have lived with dogs before and could do well with a respectful dog who’s not too exuberant.CATS: Yes, I have lived with cats before but a slow introduction and cats experienced living with dogs is still recommended.FIRST-TIME DOG OWNERS: I would likely do best with someone that has previous dog, or even better, husky, experience.FENCED-IN YARD: Not necessarily. HOUSING ENVIRONMENT: No apartment buildings as I may bark if other dogs are too close.SOMEONE HOME MOST OF THE DAY: Not necessarily.SOME OTHER THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT ME…ACTIVITY LEVEL: Low-medium. HOUSE-TRAINED: Yes.If you think I could be a good match for your home, click the “Adopt Me” button to apply!

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Dog shelters and rescues in Guelph, Ontario

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Barlee's Angels Rescue Network

Guelph, ON N1G 2X6

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Nickquenum Dog Rescue

Guelph, ON N1E 2G1

Pet Types: dogs

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DIBS Rescue - Guelph

Guelph, ON N1H 3A1

Pet Types: dogs

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New Hope Animal Rescue

4990 Jones Baseline, Guelph, ON N1H 6H8

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Guelph Humane Society

190 Hanlon Creek Blvd, Guelph, ON N1C 0A1

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

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Canadian Royal Potcake Rescue

cambridge, ON N3C 0C8

Pet Types: dogs

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Grand River All Breed Rescue

PO Box 32116, Preston Postal Outlet, Cambridge, ON N3H 5M2

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

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PVCA Cambridge Ontario

Cambridge, ON N3H 1W1

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Danes in Distress

1309 Michael Crescent, Cambridge, ON N3H 2R1

Pet Types: dogs

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Southern Connection Dog Rescue

Campbellville, ON L0P 1B0

Pet Types: dogs

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