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Puppies and dogs in Kentucky

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Kentucky. To learn more about each adoptable dog, click on the "i" icon for fast facts, or their photo or name for full details.
We'll also keep you updated on Roxie's adoption status with email updates.
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Roxie

German Shepherd Dog

Female, 1 yr
Bowling Green, KY
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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Bella #7329

Golden Retriever

Female, 2 yrs 7 mos
Louisville, KY
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, House-trained,
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Luna is a 3 year old, 70ish lb Golden Retriever who is being surrendered with her bonded sister Bella who is also 3 years old and about 70lbs. These girls will not be separated and must be adopted together. Unfortunately their owner has had some surgeries that have made it unable for him to care for them the way they need, and he has made the tough decision to re-home the girls. Our GRRANDS volunteer says "This bonded pair is fun and fabulous, and are very sweet and affectionate. They love having time to play outdoors. Bella and Luna love to chase balls and carry them around." They are both crate-trained and sleep in their crates and are house-trained and are trusted to have free roam of the house when left alone. They are your typical lovely Golden Girls looking for a family who will have the patience and time to work with them on their adjustment period to their new home. We are still learning about them, so please check back for more info. If you would like to meet them, please fill out an app at GRRAND.org ##2596368##
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Luna #7330

Golden Retriever

Female, 2 yrs 7 mos
Louisville, KY
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, House-trained,
Story
Luna is a 3 year old, 70ish lb Golden Retriever who is being surrendered with her bonded sister Bella who is also 3 years old and about 70lbs. These girls will not be separated and must be adopted together. Unfortunately their owner has had some surgeries that have made it unable for him to care for them the way they need, and he has made the tough decision to re-home the girls. Our GRRANDS volunteer says "This bonded pair is fun and fabulous, and are very sweet and affectionate. They love having time to play outdoors. Bella and Luna love to chase balls and carry them around." They are both crate-trained and sleep in their crates and are house-trained and are trusted to have free roam of the house when left alone. They are your typical lovely Golden Girls looking for a family who will have the patience and time to work with them on their adjustment period to their new home. We are still learning about them, so please check back for more info. If you would like to meet them, please fill out an app at GRRAND.org ##2596369##
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Bandit #6949

Golden Retriever

Male, 4 yrs 1 mo
Louisville, KY
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with cats, House-trained,
Story
Bandit is a 4 year old, mid sized, male Golden Retriever looking for a home where are no other dogs or small kids... a place with not a lot of chaos. Sadly, the family has raised him since a puppy, brought a male Australian Shepard (3) and little dog (2) into the family before being surprised with twin girls 16 months ago. The dogs behavior changed negatively during her pregnancy and the two bigger dogs cannot be in the same space due to serious fighting. They say "Our dogs developed litter mate syndrome. We want to surrender him because he has a lot of anxiety and it makes us nervous with having young children." Bandit is a beautiful, slim build Golden with a sweet disposition that is existing in a chaotic situation due to all the recent changes in their lives. Add each parent starting a new job to the daily craziness and twin babies as well. Bandit will do very well is a quieter household. No other dog is probably ideal and older children would probably be ok. He is not a jumper or chewer that we observed. Our GRRAND volunteer says  "Bandit will settle into a new environment quite easily after watching him act and react to the various stimulus during our visit. He appears to be initially “skittish or anxious” around people or situations exhibiting this same behavior. He will excell in a home devoted to him which he certainly deserves." Bandit would do well in a quiet household with someone who can put the time and effort into him. He has very bad anxiety so lots of things scare him. An only dog household with no small children would be perfect. He is house-trained and has full run of the house while the family is away. He is crate-trained but does not have a need for that anymore. Thingsin his life changed and it was too much for him, but with a family who has the time and patience to work with him on socialization, exercise and direction, we feel Bandit will make a great addition to a new family. Bandit is a great Golden waiting for his new forever home and if you would like to meet Bandit, please fill out an ap at GRRAND.org   ##2589875##
We'll also keep you updated on Gus's adoption status with email updates.
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Gus

Dachshund/Beagle

Male, Adult
Paducah, KY
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained,
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He’s 8 years old, 40lbs, kennel trained. He’s used to me being gone long hours for work. Has had multiple pet sitters when I travel. Good in care rides. Has used an invisible fence before. He’s not very good with other dogs, and is hit or miss with cats. He loves people though. He’s got a bit of energy but also loves his naps and can be a bit of a cuddle bug at times.
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Leonardo

Labrador Retriever

Male, 2 yrs
Bowling Green, KY
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
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Shelters & rescues in Kentucky

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

Here are a few organizations closest to you:

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Hopkins County Humane Society

2210 Laffoon Trail, Madisonville, KY 42431

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

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Pet Lovers United Inc.

PO Box 1701, Madisonville, KY 42431

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Jack's Place, Inc.

PO Box 5, White Plains, KY 42464

Pet Types: dogs

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Kentucky Doberman Rescue

Charlestown, KY 42408

Pet Types: dogs

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Molly's Mutts Animal Rescue

248 State Route 983, Dixon, KY 42409

Pet Types: dogs

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Muhlenberg County Humane Society KY

615 Muhlenberg Drive, Greenville, KY 42345

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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McLean County Animal Control

1508 Hwy 136 E, Calhoun, KY 42327

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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ACE Rescue Group of KY

Robards, KY 42452

Pet Types: dogs

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Kentucky/Tennessee Boston Terrier Rescue

P.O. Box 433, Drakesboro, KY 42337

Pet Types: dogs

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Caldwell County KY Animal Shelter

489 Baker Hill Road, Princeton, KY 42445

Pet Types: dogs

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