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Adoptable Dogs

New dogs are typically posted in the evenings. If a pet is on our website, they are still available. There can be about a 30 minute lag for our website to update so please call our shelter at 260-744-0454 during business hours for the latest info on a specific dog.

Adoptions are on a first come, first served basis for pre-approved adopters and an approved app is good for 6 months!

Don’t miss any of our adoptable dogs!

Harley

Sex: Female
Breed: Weimaraner/Husky, Siberian
Age: 5 years, 7 months

Meet Harley! 🐾 Harley is a beautiful, female Weimaraner/Siberian Husky mix with a big personality and an even bigger zest for life! This gorgeous black girl is sure to turn heads with her unique eyes—one a striking icy white and the other a warm brown. Harley is an exuberant, energetic girl who loves life and is always ready for her next adventure. She would thrive in an active home with someone who enjoys getting outside, going for long walks, hiking, running, playing, and keeping her mind and body busy. Harley isn't looking for a couch-potato lifestyle—she's looking for a partner in adventure! Her ideal family will appreciate her enthusiasm, provide plenty of exercise and enrichment, and give her the love and attention she deserves. If you're looking for a fun-loving, spirited companion who will keep you moving and fill your days with excitement, Harley might just be your perfect match! Harley is ready to find her forever adventure and a family to share it with! ❤️ Dogs: Unknown, we rec. a meet and greet! Cats: Unknown Kids: Unknown, we rec. a meet and greet

Mila

Sex: Female
Breed: Mixed Breed (Medium)
Age: 8 years, 3 months

Meet Mila — a 8-year-old “shelter specialty” mixed-breed senior (said very loosely). 🐾 Mila is sweet, goofy, and powered entirely by spunk. She’s the kind of dog who keeps life interesting and believes rules are more like… suggestions. When you say “okay, time to come inside,” Mila hears “excellent, it’s time to play Try to Catch Me.” And yes—she’s undefeated. She does take a second (and just a second) to open up, but once she does, her personality comes out in full force. Ask her to do something like “sit,” and she’ll look at you like you are the weird one. Sit? In this economy? The audacity. Mila was surrendered through no fault of her own and has handled it with grace, curiosity, and a tail that’s always ready to wag for the right people. She’s full of life, laughs, and little quirks that make her unforgettable. If you’re looking for a dog with a big heart, a playful spirit, and a strong independent streak (who may or may not listen, but will absolutely make you smile), Mila is ready to charm her way into your world—after one more victory lap, of course. 💕 Dogs: Unknown, we recommend bringing any pups in to make sure we all get along! Cats: I have lived with cats, but slow intros are VERY important!! Kids: I have lived with younger kiddos but we recommend bringing the whole family in to meet!!

Daisy

Sex: Female
Breed: Hound, Plott
Age: 11 months

🌼🐶 Meet Daisy! 🐶🌼 Daisy is ready to bloom right into your heart, and trust us, this girl has plenty of love to go around! 💕 This sweet, affectionate gal is a big fan of attention and believes there’s no such thing as too many pets, too much quality time, or too many opportunities to be the center of your universe. Have a free hand? Perfect! Daisy would like to volunteer it for belly rubs, scratches, or whatever kind of affection you’re offering. 😂 But Daisy isn’t just here for the cuddles! This girl likes to keep busy and have things to do, so she’s looking for a family who can keep her days filled with fun, adventure, and plenty of time together. Whether you're heading out to explore, playing a game, or simply going about your daily routine, Daisy would love nothing more than to be your trusty sidekick. After all, life's a lot more exciting when you have a furry best friend supervising your every move! If you're looking for a loving companion who will keep you smiling, make every day a little brighter, and remind you that you're never allowed to use the bathroom alone again, Daisy might just be your perfect match! 🌼❤️ Come meet this lovely lady and let her show you just how much happiness one wagging tail can bring! 🐾 Dogs: Yes, we recommend bringing in all pups to see how they do! Cats: Id prefer a canine only home! Kids: Id prefer adult only home!

Louie

Sex: Male
Breed: Boxer
Age: 1 years, 4 months

🐾✨ **Meet Louie — professional good boy, certified cuddle connoisseur, and butt-scratch enthusiast!** ✨🐾 Louie believes the recipe for a perfect day is pretty simple: **good people, tasty snacks, sunshine, and a REALLY good butt scratch.** If you happen to discover his favorite scratch spot, congratulations—you have officially become Louie’s new best friend. 😂 His favorite destination is wherever his people are. Louie is happiest when he can lean in close, soak up attention, and make sure you know exactly where he needs his next scratch. He's got that wonderfully goofy personality that makes you smile without even trying. Louie has a way of turning something as simple as getting pets into a full-blown celebration—and his dramatic appreciation of a good butt scratch is truly something you have to see for yourself. 🐶💕 Whether you're relaxing at home, or just looking for a four-legged sidekick to make everyday life more fun, **Louie is ready to be right there with you.** If you're searching for a **sweet, affectionate, easygoing guy with a goofy streak and very specific petting instructions**, Louie has your name written all over his heart. ❤️ 🐶 **Dogs:** I prefer to be the only dog 🐱 **Cats:** Unknown 👧 **Kids:** Unknown! We recommend a meet and greet.

Cheech

Sex: Male
Breed: Chihuahua
Age: 3 years, 2 months

Meet Cheech 🌿🐾 Cheech is a sweet little guy who has one very important request: **please give him a minute!** 😂 New people and unfamiliar surroundings can be a lot for this handsome boy, and he’s definitely not the type to walk into a room like he owns the place. Cheech is more of a **“I’ll just hang out over here and quietly evaluate the situation”** kind of guy. 👀 Once he feels safe and realizes you’re one of the good ones, you’ll start seeing those little glimpses of personality that make all the patience worth it. 🥹❤️ He’ll need a patient family who understands that trust isn’t built overnight. Give him time, space, encouragement, and plenty of gentle reassurance, and Cheech can slowly trade his worried wiggles for happy ones! He may not be the life of the party right away, but with the right person, we think Cheech could become your favorite little homebody. 🐾💚 **Cheech isn’t looking for someone to rush him—he’s looking for someone willing to wait for his confidence to bloom.** And trust us, that first big “I LOVE YOU!” moment will be worth the wait. 🥰 Dogs: Unknown, we rec. a meet and greet! Cats: Unknown Kids: Must meet all kiddos in the home!

Lenore

Sex: Female
Breed: Husky
Age: 3 years, 1 months

Meet Lenore. ❤️🐾 Some hearts take a little longer to feel safe, and sweet Lenore is still learning that the world can be a kind place. This beautiful Husky mix came to us as a stray, and while we may never know what her journey looked like before she arrived, we know that right now, the world can feel like a very big, very scary place to her. New people, unfamiliar sounds, and all the changes around her can be overwhelming. Lenore isn't the kind of girl who will immediately run up to greet you with a wagging tail. Instead, she needs something a little more special: time, patience, and someone willing to let her find her courage at her own pace. 💕 Imagine being so unsure of the world that your first instinct is to run from it. That's where Lenore is right now. But being scared doesn't mean she doesn't have love to give. It simply means she'll need a little help discovering that she doesn't have to face everything alone. Lenore will need a thoughtful, patient adopter who understands that trust isn't built in a day. She's also a flight risk, so keeping her safe will be incredibly important. Secure equipment, careful handling, and a commitment to preventing escapes will help give her the protection she needs while she learns to feel comfortable. In return, her future family may get to experience one of the most beautiful things there is: watching a frightened dog slowly discover that she's finally home. 🥹 Lenore doesn't need someone to fix her. She needs someone willing to meet her where she is, celebrate the little victories, and understand that progress might look like taking one step closer today than she did yesterday. Somewhere out there is a person with a little extra patience in their heart and a quiet, safe place for a girl like Lenore. Someone who understands that the most meaningful bonds aren't always instant — sometimes, they're built one tiny moment of trust at a time. **Lenore is still waiting for her world to feel safe. Maybe you could be the person who helps her find it.** ❤️ Dogs/Kids; We rec. a meet and greet due to her fearfulness! Cats; Unknown

Ozzy O

Sex: Male
Breed: Poodle, Miniature
Age: 4 years, 6 months

🐾 Meet Ozzy O! 🐾 Ozzy O is a handsome doodle mix with a heart that just needs a little extra time to shine! He's a more timid guy who can feel overwhelmed by new people and unfamiliar situations, so he'll need a patient, understanding home willing to let him come out of his shell at his own pace. He's not the type to jump right into a friendship, but with kindness, consistency, and a little encouragement, he has the opportunity to build confidence and learn that the world isn't such a scary place. Ozzy is looking for someone who understands that trust takes time and won't rush him into anything before he's ready. A calm home, gentle approach, and plenty of patience will be important in helping this boy settle in and feel safe. One more important thing to know: Ozzy's lovely doodle coat requires REGULAR professional grooming to keep him comfortable and looking his very best! If you're the kind of person who believes the shy ones deserve a little extra love and are willing to let a friendship grow at its own pace, Ozzy O would love the chance to meet you! ❤️ Dogs: Unknown, we rec. a meet and greet! Cats: Unknown Kids: Unknown, we rec. a meet and greet!

Found Your New Dog?

All of our adoptable dogs are spayed or neutered, microchipped, current on all age-appropriate vaccines and ready to go home with you. Check out our adoption requirements and fill out an application! You must be at least 21 years old in order to adopt. We do run a criminal background check as part of your application.

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