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Puppies and dogs in Hamilton, Ontario

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

Standard Poodle

Female, 9 yrs 5 mos
Dundas, ON
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Jada is a great girl. She loves her people, her yard, her walks. She wants to trust and learn more about the world. She wants a family with patience, love, kindness and understanding to continue teaching her that life, people, experiences and even other dogs, are great. Are you that family? Jada is being fostered in Hamilton, ON.
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Luciano

Labrador Retriever

Male, 2 yrs
Hamilton, ON
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Not good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
ADOPT LUCIANO M | 2Y | 34 KG | Mixed Breed | Neutered | UTD on shots | Dog friendly | No cats | Not kid tested | Housebroken | Crate trained | Low energy | Basic Obedience Trained | Takes daily glucosamine This sweet boy is looking for his furever family! Luciano takes a little bit to warm up to new people, but once he knows you, he loves you hard! He keeps a close knit family and needs slow introductions to any new people. He's not a fan of strangers who excitedly approach him - so he needs a family who will advocate for him to make sure any new friends are prepared with calmness and liver treats! When Luciano came to Canada, he wasn't a fan of the crate and quickly developped separation anxiety. But thanks to his foster mama, he's fully crate trained and settles after some mental stimulation like working for his food in puzzles or snufflemats. His future family should continue with crate training so he doesn't regress and become anxious. This handsome man is currently living with 2 foster siblings and can co-exist with other dogs, however cats are off-the-table as his prey drive is quite high. He walks like a DREAM for such a young dog, happily trotting by your side! He's currently walking on a prong collar to help when he see critters and it's working very well for him. Luciano has one back leg that is slightly longer than the other that he takes daily glucosamine for. It doesn't seem to bother him on the day to day - he's quite happy lounging around, taking shorter walks, napping, and working for his food. He may take time to adjust in a new home, but with ongoing structure and routine, proper introductions, and lots of treats, Luciano will be the bestest boy! If you're looking for a smart, loving, low energy pup to add to your family - apply to adopt Luciano today at https://www.barkatthemoonrescue.ca/dog-adoption-application
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Marella

German Shepherd Dog

Female, 3 yrs
Hamilton, ON
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
ADOPT MARELLA F | 3Y | 21.15 KG | German Shepherd Mix | Spayed | UTD on shots | Dog and cat tested | Likely good with kids | House Trained | Crate Trained | Medium energy | Loves her ball Marella is generally very gentle and loves to play. We joke that Marella's personality is 'ball'. She would happily carry her ball all day or play fetch/soccer for hours. She loves to find a spot on the cool hardwood or near her foster sister to relax. She loves her people and will follow them around the house or like to have them nearby when she relaxes. Marella checks in with her humans for affection and is a huge snuggle bug. She's learning new commands everyday and she is eager to please. This will make training incredibly fun with her. Marella is living with another dog, and they've become great pals! They love to play together and wrestle. She would do well in a home with another dog. She has also tested well with cats but she does like to play, so a dog-savvy cat would be ideal. Although she has not met kids, we believe she'd do well in a family with kids as she is very gentle. If you feel Marella is the perfect addition to your home, fill out the adoption application at https://www.barkatthemoonrescue.ca/dog-adoption-application
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Julie

Harrier

Female, 3 yrs 3 mos
Hamilton, ON
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Not good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
FOSTER-TO-ADOPT JULIE F | 3Y | 23 KG | Mixed Breed | Spayed | UTD on shots | Dog tested | No cats | Not kid tested | Medium energy | Loves to be spoiled Julie was saved from a hoarding situation where she was found living in a house with many dogs, all in poor health conditions. They lived on top of their own feces and Julie was very shut down and malnourished. She was rescued by the government in Mexico and is now looking for her forever home in Canada. With her wonderful golden eyes, Julie is super sweet and playful! She is a very affectionate dog who adores her humans. Julie would love a family who is active and takes her on fun hiking adventures. An expert cuddler, we would love to see her go to a home who will give her lots of love and affection while instilling proper structure and boundaries to help her thrive. To foster-to-adopt (2 week adoption trial) Julie fill out the adoption application at https://www.barkatthemoonrescue.ca/dog-adoption-application
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Arleth

Labrador Retriever

Female, 4 yrs 3 mos
Hamilton, ON
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
FOSTER-TO-ADOPT ARLETH F | 4Y | 21.6 KG | Mixed Breed | Spayed | UTD on shots | Dog and cat tested | Not kid tested | Medium energy | Sister to #BATMAlumni Lyana/Karin/Meera | Smart & Obedient Arleth has had a rough start to life, she was found extremely malnourished and was diagnosed with TVT when she was rescued. TVT is a sexually transmitted malignant tumor that can spread between unaltered stray dogs - this is one of the many reasons why it is so important to spay/neuter your pet! Arleth has completed treatment for TVT and has made a full recovery, she is now ready to find her forever home in Canada. She is a very happy girl that loves to cuddle. She is would be extremely content to sit down next to you and receive a good petting session. She doesn't need to burn much energy and would do well in a home that is more quiet. She is an independent girl who will easily do her own thing when left alone. She gets along great with human and other dogs. She is very smart and obedient, so she should learn new commands quickly. Arleth is a noble and loving girl who should be able to adapt to any living situation. This girl deserves a second chance at life and is ready for her new Canadian adventure. To foster-to-adopt (2 week adoption trial) Arleth fill out the adoption application at https://www.barkatthemoonrescue.ca/dog-adoption-application.
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Amarillo

Labrador Retriever

Male, 4 yrs 1 mo
Hamilton, ON
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Not good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
FOSTER-TO-ADOPT AMARILLO M | 4Y | 36.4 KG | Mixed Breed | Neutered | UTD on shots | Housebroken | Good with dogs - prefers males | No cats | Not kid tested | Low energy | Needs a family who gives him structure and boundaries Amarillo’s previous owners took him in because they thought he would be a small sized dog. When Amarillo started to grow, they kicked him out to the rooftop where he spent his days tied up on a rope, he was then. After that, he was abandoned on the streets of Mexico to fend for himself. Amarillo has learned how to sit and wait for his food. Once the food is placed on the floor, it’s good to give Amarillo some space so he can eat. In order to get a treat, he has to be sitting or waiting in a calm manner. Amarillo is able to coexist with other dogs and eat with other dogs who are two or three meters away. It is good to continue these exercises so Amarillo can continue his progress. Amarillo has been through a lot and has slowly gained back his trust for humans and other dogs. He has become an incredibly loving, playful and caring dog who allows people to pet him, bathe him and interact playfully with him. He prefers male dogs to female ones. He is still highly aware of food and will follow you around when he sees you carrying some, but nowadays, Amarillo reacts calmly and knows he has to sit and wait. He respects other dogs when eating and will not react when he sees others being fed. He is an obedient and smart dog who understands commands and lives for human attention. This boy loves toys and will love to be spoiled by a warm family who is patient and caring. Please take a chance on this loving boy! He has been through so much, and he just deserves a chance at happiness. Amarillo is currently in Mexico waiting for his forever Canadian family to scoop him up! Apply below - upon approval - we'll fly him in to you! https://www.barkatthemoonrescue.ca/post/amarillo-foster-to-adopt

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Dog shelters and rescues in Hamilton, Ontario

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Australian Cattle Dog Rescue of Ontario

762 Upper James Street, Box 249 , Hamilton, ON L9C 3A2

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Ladybird Animal Sanctuary

P.O. Box 80005 RPO Concession, Hamilton, ON L9A 0A6

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

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Fur Warriors

Hamilton, ON L8W 3B2

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Hamilton Burlington SPCA

245 Dartnall Rd, Hamilton, ON L8W 3V9

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

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Hammer City Paws Rescue

Hamilton, ON L8V 4R5

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Hamilton Animal Control

Hamilton, ON L8P 4Y5

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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DIBS Rescue - Hamilton

Hamilton, ON L8P 4Y5

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Great Animal Rescue

1710 Main Street West Apt 103, Hamilton, ON L8S 1G6

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Royal Canadian Pooch Rescue

9157 White Church Road, Mount Hope, ON L0R 1W0

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