American Pit Bull Terrier puppies and dogs in Columbus, Ohio

Nova has an infectious enthusiasm for life! She is always eager to make new friends – both human and canine. She thrives on playtime with other dogs and enjoys spending time outside. She is curious and a good listener - it’s easy to let her know playtime is over and it’s time to relax. When it's time to wind down, Nova loves nothing more than cuddling up with her favorite humans and furry friends alike. Whether she's snuggled up on the couch or curled up in bed, Nova is happiest when she's surrounded by love and affection. She has the ability to curl up into the tiniest of spaces, so no one is safe from Nova's cuddles – and who could resist such a sweet and affectionate pup? Nova has been fixed, vaccinated for DHLP-P, Bordetella, and Rabies, micro-chipped, wormed, flea treated, and heartworm tested. ($650 worth of veterinary care.) If you are interested and have a fenced in yard, please fill out an adoption application first. Allow a day or two to process the application and then call Lisa at 614 254-4641 if she has not contacted you already. Adoption fee: $350 We only adopt within the state of Ohio.

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Great family dog that needs more attention than we have to give. Loves people but is protective in the beginning. Good with kids but will to watch around food and his toys. Loves to chew up his toys or kids toys if not paying attention.

UREGENTLY NEED TO REHOME!!!! Wren's unfortunately looking for her new forever home since I'm moving on April 24th and unable to give her the life she deserves. Two years ago I adopted her and she's the best thing that has ever happened to me. She's fearful of new people but give her time (and American cheese) then all she'll want is attention. She's the perfect dog for someone/a couple who doesn’t have any other pets. She loves her people so much and is the sweetest girl in the world. Her favorite activities are to boing super high when she's excited, go on walks, and cuddle with you. Wren's been through training and knows: it, down, stay, place, out (if something's in her mouth), crate, no, heel, off, gimme paw/other paw, pretty (sitting up on her back legs). She's crate trained, housebroken, and prong and e-collar trained. I will provide you with her crate, e-collar, her favorite toys, some treats, and her current food. I'm willing to drop her off depending on your location.

Roberto is a social pup looking to expand his circle and make new friends. Hopefully that will include you! Roberto can’t wait to meet his future adopter! This big, hunky boy is very food motivated and loves to show off his skills for a tasty treat. He knows how to sit and he’s great at posing for photos. He’d love to be a social media star with his outgoing personality and winning smile! Roberto is a strong guy so his ideal adopter would be someone who doesn’t mind his large size while going for walks. When he’s playing with other dogs, he shows his excitement by vocalizing. To make sure any potential canine siblings don’t mind all of his talking, a meet-and-greet is recommended! Roberto has been on several foster sleepovers and has done super well. He's housetrained, has yet to meet a stranger, and loves to sleep in bed touching you (although he has been noted to be a bit of a bed hog!) If you’re looking for a goofy, entertaining BFF and the best wingman around, then Roberto is your guy! If you’d like to learn more about him, please fill out his adoption application. Roberto is 2 years old and weighs 56lbs. All of our animals come fully vetted so he is neutered, microchipped and up to date

Filmore is a big, mushy boy looking to give all his love to you! Filmore is all wiggles and cuddles and loves pets and snuggles. He is a good boy who is food motivated and knows sit and shake! Filmore has done well in play groups with other dogs but might come on strong for some dogs so a meet and greet is recommended for any potential canine siblings. Please fill out an adoption application to schedule a meet and greet with Filmore. Please note meet and greets are by appointment only. Filmore is 1 year old and weighs 66 lbs. All of our animals are fully vetted so he is neutered, microchipped and up to date on vaccines and preventatives.

Cinder is a young, energetic pit mix who loves adults and children. He is good on a leash, house-trained, & fully vetted.Cinder is affectionate & loves to jump up and give warm hugs. He gets so excited to meet new people and wants ALL of his humans attention.Cinder needs a home where he is the only dog. He is not a fan of most cats. A fenced yard for zoomies is preferred but not required.He enjoys car rides, especially if he gets to ride shotgun! Cinder is available for meet & greets in the Lewis Center area His fee is $250.Apply for Cinder at ricopetrecovery.org

Jax is still taking applications!Jax is a low-energy dog who enjoys sightseeing, fine art, long walks by the river, and rolling in green grass.Jax is kid-friendly and does well with other calm dogs.He gives the bestest hugs and will snuggle on the couch for hours and hours!If you are looking unconditional love and unfaltering devotion, theres no better dog than Jax! Hes along for the ride and down for whatever adventure you dream up!Jax loves going for car rides and is well-behaved on a leash.Weighing around 60 pounds, Jax is approximately 4 years old, neutered, and up-to-date on all preventatives.Hes the sweetest and happiest of boys!When left alone, Jax does best in a high-impact crate. He loves retreating to his crate as a safe zone but can easily escape wire crates.Apply at ricopetrecovery.org to make this handsome fellows dreams of his own family come true!Apply online at ricopetrecovery.org

This handsome guy is Copper. Isnt he cute in his coats?!He is approximately two years young and weighs in at 34 pounds. Copper is a very happy pup most of the time. He is happy to see people, dogs, toys, and very happy to see foodInitially Copper did not know what toys were or how fun they could be. Now he knows! He is cute exploring the toy box. Copper came from a hoarding/abandonment case where he and 12 other dogs were kept outdoors on short, heavy heavy chains. Those lucky enough to have shelter were only provided with plastic barrels to huddle inside to escape the rain.Our rescue pulled three of these dogs Rosie & Lily Pit have been adopted into wonderful homes and their families cannot brag about them enough! They have all truly had Cinderella transformations.Copper is thriving in his foster home and cannot wait to find his furever family!Apply to meet him at ricopetrecovery.orgFee is $250

This handsome little uckeye fan is in need of a forever home. Machete was found as a stray in rough condition. His foster family nursed him back to health and spoiled him rotten.Machete has a lot of energy and loves to play with dogs that also have a lot of energy. He is great with kids and even cats but he does like to play rough.Machete is also a very loving dog that enjoys belly rub time with his human family and lots of toys. He is almost 2 yrs old. Machete is losing his foster soon so he could use a foster or adopter. You can apply to meet him at ricopetrecovery.org! Apply to meet Machete at ricopetrecovery.org! Fee is $250

We dont give up easy. We will try again to find Milo a foster or adopter that can help him continue his progress. Milo loses his temporary foster this week and boarding is too stressful for him.Milo came to us as a rescue only from the shelter. He is a young boy, only 1.5 years. He is fearful of men and takes time to get to know them. He is fine with women and is a big old home body!Milo just wants to play with his toys and love on his mom. He loves to play and will play rough at times. He also plays too rough for small dogs. Ideally he would do best with no other dogs or a female dog his size. Milo is making progress, but it is slow. He may always be fearful of men he doesnt know. Whatever demons have haunted his past stay on his shoulder reminding him he needs to be on guard. He needs OUR help finding a home, a companion he can trust, a safe place to play with his toys (hell bring them with him), a yard to run in and a soft bed. PLEASE consider fostering or adopting if your home meets his needs. You can apply at ricopetrecovery.org

Here is Sheila, a land seal in disguise, patiently waiting for a loving family to whisk her away to their forever home (or beach)! Sheila is perfect! She loves walking the kids to the bus and is so excited when they get home. She adores kids and time on the couch in a pile of blankets or next to her human. She is quite the character and will make some family very happy. Her foster family adores her! Please consider giving her the loving home she deserves. Despite her awful past, she now LIVES to LOVE and as a result is just lovely! She is approx 5 years old and a healthy girl.Apply to adopt or foster-to-adopt at ricopetrecovery.org!

You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Fill out an Adoption Application Is your shadow letting you down? Is it proving to be just a fair weather friend? Are you looking for a new shadow? Well look no further! Meet Miss Bea, aka Meatball. She will happily take the place of your shadow (even on those rainy, gloomy days). She’ll never let you down! Likes: Miss Bea loves food, her people and belly and rump rubs. Pretty much any attention you give Miss Bea, she eats right up. Dislikes: According to Miss Bea, all vacuum cleaners need to die. Otherwise, Miss Bea complains about nothing. She has yet to meet a stranger (well, maybe the vet is just a teensy bit suspicious). Personality: Miss Bea is all wiggles and kisses. Temperament: Happy, happy, happy! Miss Bea is fine with brushing, though she can be wiggly happy during her spa sessions. She is also fine with having her nails done. Energy level: Even with her confirmation issues, Miss Bea is one energetic young lady…if only all that energy could be harnessed, dogs like Miss Bea could very well be the answer to the energy crisis! Favorite activities: Being with her people; eating; sleeping; snoring; chewing safe bones; stuffed and squeaky toys will be met with a swift death. Good with cats, dogs, and kids (over 6)?: Miss Bea has a high prey drive and, therefore, would not do well with cats or other small, non-canine critters. She has not yet been tested around young children, however, due to her enthusiasm and mouthiness, she would probably do best with teenagers.  Miss Bea does quite well with other dogs both male and female, big and small. However, she can initially come on a bit strong (think freight train). She would do best in a home with another dog that can keep up with her exuberance. Not good with: (Cats? Dogs? Strangers? Men? Kids?) - Cats and other small critters (she thought the chickens would make for fun, chaseable, squeaky toys). Housetrained: Yes Crate trained: Yes. Bribe her with a piece of cheese and she will go right in and settle down quickly. Requires a fenced yard (physical fence and/or invisible fence)? Yes Walks well on a leash? Miss Bea pulls a little but listens well and is very eager to please. Challenges: Dyson vacuums have nothing on Miss Bea! She will need a slow feeder bowl (the slower the better). Miss Bea is working on her mouthiness; taking treats gently; sharing toys; leash manners and jumping up. Any Medical issues? Miss Bea will be having an ortho consult to address her confirmation issues (which don’t slow her down or seem to affect her running and playing). She is currently receiving a daily Cosequin pill to help her joints stay as healthy as possible.  What would be the best kind of home? One with another doggie friend that matches her energy to play and cuddle with. Though she does well in her crate, someone who works from home would be an added bonus as Miss Bea adores her people. Application Fees, Adoption Donations and Rescue Policy: Please know that 100% of our fees and donations pay for the costs of rescuing dogs. These include, but are not limited to: pull fees from shelters, veterinary examinations, vaccinations, medications and care, microchips, neuter/spay surgeries, heartworm treatments, behavior evaluations, and foster care, as needed. Our rescue policy requires the following: Adopters must have their primary residence in one of the following states: Pennsylvania, Ohio, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, West Virginia, Virginia, and parts of North Carolina. We will not adopt a giant breed dog to homes where the dog will have access to highly varnished hardwood steps inside the home. Any inside steps to which the dog(s) have access, must have carpeting, securely fixed stair treads, or a non-skid surface. We encourage you to remediate potential safety issues while your application is under review, prior to the home visit. Methods or devices using pain or force on the dog to control the dog, or to deter undesirable behavior is prohibited. Applications for giant breed dogs must be submitted by the property owner. Homes with children under 6 years of age will not be approved for adoption. Homes with children should have a fenced yard. Pets currently in the applicant's home must have a history of appropriate veterinary care. Veterinary records will be checked. All references must be checked before any visitation of the dog is permitted at the foster home. All family members must be present during the home visit to the applicant's home. Any dog(s) in the applicant's home must have an introductory meeting with the rescue dog being considered, before any adoption can be completed. Homes with intact dogs will not be approved for adoption. Exceptions to this policy can be found on the Adoptable Dog Page. For additional information please review our FAQs or contact mastiffstomutts@gmail.com Mastiffs To Mutts Rescue reserves the right to approve or deny any adoption that occurs through this organization without disclosure.  We reserve the right to make exceptions for special circumstances. Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.April 17, 2024, 8:10 pm

Gypsy is located in TEXAS. There are not enough homes for all the unwanted dogs down there, so she is willing to relocate for a good, loving, forever home. Gypsy is a very good girl and is the most obedient dog I have ever seen. She knows how to sit and comes when called. She is housetrained and very well behaved in the house. She likes her crate and sleeps in it with the door open. She walks well on a leash and rides well in a vehicle. Gypsy loves her toys, especially squeaky ones, and she loves playing fetch. Gypsy is active - she loves to run and play with toys and other dogs. She loves water and lays in the wading pool when it is hot, and we bet she would love snow. She gets excited about squirrels, cats, and critters on the other side of the fence. Gypsy does well with all dogs but gets along best with male dogs. She is normally good around small dogs but occasionally mistakes one for a toy when she is over-excited. So she is not recommended for homes with small dogs. She is not too fond of puppies getting in her face either. Gypsy loves human attention and is good with children. She could perhaps use more obedience training with someone firm, patient, and loving. Gypsy is very sweet. She gets attached to her human and likes to lay under my desk when I work on the computer. Gypsy walks well on a leash and rides well in the car. She must be in the house as a loved family member, and she needs a yard with a 6' fence to run and play. Gypsy came from a bad home. She was not being fed and was severely underweight. So the people surrendered Gypsy and her puppies to animal control to avoid animal cruelty charges. Gypsys DNA test results are mostly Boxer, Husky, and German Shepherd. She bounces on her front legs when she is excited and we now know that comes from the Boxer in her. Gypsy is around 5 years of age and weighs 70 pounds (she only weighed 35 pounds when we got her). Gypsy is healthy. She is spayed, tattooed, fully vaccinated (DAPPvL2, Bordatella, rabies), and microchipped. Gypsy had a light case of heartworms when we first got her. We used the slow-kill method (we are happy to explain this) and she is now negative for heartworms and on monthly heartworm and flea prevention. Gypsy's adoption fee includes the cost of ground transport to Columbus, Cincinnati, or Akron Ohio. She is located in Texas and cannot be transported until after she is adopted. Please send an email to 2manydogstx@gmail.com if you are interested in adopting this wonderful dog. Our website is 2manydogsrescue.org and if you are on Facebook, PLEASE visit and LIKE our page: www.facebook.com/2ManyDogsRescue

BasilMaleAge: 10 yearsWeight: 49lbsBreed: English Bulldog/Beagle Mix Hey there, I’m Basil. I am a happy and loving guy who gets along with kids and I really don’t have much interest in cats, so a home with cats would be just fine. I am a little selective with the other dogs I meet. I prefer friendly dogs.  While I am inside, I do wear a belly band. I am house trained and don’t need to be crated when you leave for your normal workday. I am also crate trained and I do well on a leash too (I do pull some with excitement, but my harness helps Immensely). I love to wander around outside and play with friendly dogs, travel with my human, take naps with my human or just nap by myself on a comfy bed or sofa. My foster mom says I am soulful and happy and loving and I just want to be your best friend. I would love to be with you as much as possible. I also love a good bone, all the treats and a stuffed Kong. If you do have another pet in the house, I would need to be fed separately. This includes snacks too. I like to guard my meals. Because of my age I have some worn down teeth and I did have a growth removed, but thank goodness it wasn’t cancerous. At my last vet appointment the doctor might have detected a murmur so, everyone is keeping an eye on that.  But, it doesn’t slow me down at all! I would love to find my forever family who will provide me all the love I deserve! If you are interested in meeting Basil apply at www.causeforcanines.org Adoption fee: $195 Must be an Ohio resident & 23 or older. Children must be 5 years or older.   ##1633287##