Have you been considering adopting a new furry pal? With dog-friendly coffee shops, bakeries, bars and parks, Cincinnati is a great place to be a pet owner. While there are many good boys and girls looking for their forever home, there's a lot to think about when making the decision to bring home a pet. What kind of breed is right for you and your lifestyle? What adoption agencies should you look at? If you're serious about making this life step, adopting a pet is very rewarding — for you and the pet that gets a new home.
We've compiled a list of available pets from a few local adoption programs to help you on your mission of finding the pet that's right for you. This is just a small glimpse into each agency's list of adoptable pets. If you are interested in seeing what else they have to offer, visit their websites listed below. Also, keep in mind that each program has their own application process and some take longer than others.
Louie's Legacy | 513-655-8643, louieslegacy.org
Recycled Doggies | 513-275-5842, recycleddoggies.com
Save The Animals Foundation |513-561-7823, staf.org
Cincinnati Animal CARE Humane Society | 513-541-7387, cincinnatianimalcare.org.
Stray Animal Adoption Program | 859-391-1234, adoptastray.com
If you'd like to help out the cause but aren't able to adopt right now, you can always donate to one of these rescues or a number of other local pet adoption organizations.
*Some pets in the slideshow may have pending adoptions. Please contact the rescues for more info.
**All caption information taken from pet listing.
24 Adoptable Cincinnati Dogs That Would Love to Play Fetch With You
By CityBeat Staff on Wed, Aug 26, 2020 at 6:04 pm
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Shandy
Age: Puppy / Breed: Vizsla, Chocolate Labrador Retriever Mix / Sex: Female / Rescue: Save the Animals Foundation"Meet Shandy—explorer, moth huntress, and spirited sidekick-to-be for some lucky family. Vizsla mix is our best guess, maybe with a dash of lab. She’s around 20# at the time of this writing, but growing by the minute. Outgoing, confident and friendly with humans and dogs alike, Shandy is a full-speed ahead, no-fear kind of girl, always anticipating her next adventure."
Photo via Save the Animals Foundation
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Carley
Age: Adult / Breed: Pug Mix / Sex: Female / Rescue: Louie's Legacy Animal Rescue"Say hello to Carley! This spunky and active girl is a 5 year old pug mix and she weighs about 28lbs. We aren't sure what she is mixed with, but her expressive faces are sure to make you smile! She has an outgoing personality and is very friendly. She likes kids and other dogs and would do well in a home with another playful friend or with an active owner who will take her on adventures! Carley would love a physically fenced in yard to be able to run around and do some zoomies in! If you are looking for an adventure pal or a playmate for your current canine companion, this girl might just be the one for you! Her adoption fee is $400 and she is ready to meet you!"
Photo via Louie's Legacy
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Arlo
Age: Adult / Breed: Terrier Mix / Sex: Male / Rescue: Louie's Legacy Animal Rescue"Arlo is a 5 year old, 20lb terrier mix. This scruffy boy is friendly and enjoys being around people! He walks well on a leash. Arlo is also crate trained. If you are interested in adopting this sweet boy, apply today! Arlo's adoption fee is $400."
Photo via Louie's Legacy
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Sasha
Age: Adult / Breed: Pit Bull Terrier / Sex: Female / Rescue: Adore-a-Bull Rescue"Meet SASHA! This petite seven year old ball of sass will greet you with a wiggle butt and a smile - and likely showing off a toy or bone in her mouth. Sasha absolutely adores her humans. She wants to be with her people 24/7, whether that means strolling around the house so she doesn't miss anything that's happening or snuggling on the couch and relaxing. Sasha largely keeps herself occupied with a bone or toy, and is perfectly content snuggling with a blanket and whatever toy she's chosen. Because of her past, she can be nervous around other dogs and small children. We recommend a home with no other dogs, and a family who will let her be the queen of the castle at home (rather than taking her out to various parks or restaurants). She loves going on walks and giving kisses. Her foster parents love her, and we're sure you will, too!"
Photo via Adore-a-Bull Rescue
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Lucky
Age: Adult / Breed: Treeing Walker Coonhound, Coonhound Mix / Sex: Male / Rescue: Furgotten Dog Rescue"Lucky here! I was hit by a car and left for dead on the side of the road. A nice lady found and took me to the closest vet where they contemplated euthanasia. You see, my spine was fractured leaving me paralyzed from the waist down. Thankfully, this rescue gave me a second chance. I am happy to be alive and am perfectly capable of living a good quality life. I just need to find a family who is perfectly cable of caring for my special needs :) I am guessed to be a 5-year-old Treeing Walker Coonhound. I love the company of other dogs and walking in my cart! I also enjoy getting pet by everyone I meet. If you don’t come to me, I’m rolling my way to you."
Photo via Furgotten Dog Rescue
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Foxy Addie
Age: Adult / Breed: Australian Shepherd Mix / Sex: Female / Rescue: Save the Animals Foundation"Foxy Addie was found as a severely matted stray, thin and infested with ticks. A foster home kept her in a barn with 10 other dogs until she made her way to STAF. Part aussie (maybe?), part grizzly and all lover-girl, Addie just can't get enough of people. We love her wild looks and affectionate ways. She's a year old and at a healthy weight in the mid-thirties. Addie was pleased as punch when she recently passed her temperament test to start attend doggy daycare. She's very playful and may be happiest in the company of another dog and a fenced yard. Please check back for more information as we get to know her better."
Photo via Save the Animals Foundation
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Splinter
Age: Senior / Breed: Yorkshire Terrier, Chihuahua Mix / Sex: Male / Rescue: Pawprints Animal Rescue"Hey, Splinter here! I'm often referred to as Master Splinter by my students, the Turtles, and I'm their martial arts and ninjutsu instructor as well as their adopted father, but in my other life I'm an adorable, tiny gentleman that sure would love to call you my Family! You are most probably wondering why a handsome 12 year old (estimated by our vet) guy like me is looking for a home. Well, here's my story. I came into the shelter after a really rough life, my owner did not have me neutered, my teeth were in horrible shape, my nails were super long, my skin was so itchy from flea bites that I scratched ALL the time, my tail bone was broken and I'd been shot with a BB. Whew! The worst part is I was dehydrated and emaciated. I was so happy when PawPrints Animal Rescue took me in and found a foster home for me and Boy has my life changed!"
Photo: Provided by Pawprints Animal Rescue
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Stewart Beagle
Age: Young / Breed: Beagle / Sex: Male / Rescue: Sweet Dreams House Rescue"STEWART BEAGLE is a devastatingly handsome young gent looking for his furever home. He's about a year old and 34 lbs. Stewart Beagle is a friendly guy, good with other dogs, not cat tested yet. He is housebroken and needs a home with a physically fenced yard."
Photo via Sweet Dreams House Rescue
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Frozone
Age: Adult / Breed: Husky, Dalmatian Mix / Sex: Male / Rescue: Louie's Legacy Animal Rescue"Where is his super suit?! Frozone is 1 year old Husky mix! He's a petite boy at 45 pounds. Frozone is a super active boy who would love a family that is on the go. He'd be a great running or hiking buddy, as he's always ready for adventure. He loves to run and play with other dogs, but is a little too playful for kitty siblings. He's never met any children while in foster care but Frozone would do best with older kids due to his tendency to jump up when excited. He thrives off of physical exercise and is working hard on his leash manners, but will need continued work! He can't wait for his forever family to teach him new things! He would love a fenced in yard to burn off some of his energy and is respectful of a fence. He is working hard on both his crate and potty training. If you want to make this goofy boy a part of your family, apply online today!"
Photo via Louie's Legacy Animal Rescue
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Zeus III
Age: Adult / Breed: English Bulldog / Sex: Male / Rescue: Queen City Bulldog RescuePhoto via Queen City Bulldog Rescue
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Justice
Age: Young / Breed: Pit Bull Terrier / Sex: Male / Rescue: Furgotten Dog Rescue"Justice is my name, and advocating for my animal rights is my game! I was rescued after a viral Facebook video showed my owners beating me with a hammer, crutch, and belt. I am guessed to be a purebred APBT. I am 1-year-old with lots of puppy energy. I’m excellent on a leash and eager to please. I would do best with OLDER KIDS (9+). I am dog-friendly and love playing with dogs my size. I would be too rough for most little dogs. NO CATS. A PHYSICAL FENCE IS REQUIRED AND YOU MUST OWN YOUR HOME."
Photo via Furgotten Dog Rescue
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Jones
Age: Senior / Breed: Jack Russel Terrier / Sex: Male / Rescue: SAAP"Hi my name is Jones. I am a senior Jack Russell, Boston Terrier Mix. I love my people however little kids make me nervous so no children in my house please. When company comes in I should be crated until everyone is settled and recrated when company is leaving because I get excited. I get along with both male and female fur buddies most of the time but I am selfish and like my adult humans best. I love to give kisses."
Photo via Stray Animal Adoption Program
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Smith
Age: Young / Breed: Greyhound / Sex: Male / Rescue: Greyhound Pets of America Greater Cincinnati"Come see all of these beautiful, elegant, gentle companions at one of our meet and greets. Check our website www.gpacincinnati.org for meet and greet info and to learn more about greyhounds as pets."
Photo via Greyhound Pets of America Greater Cincinnati
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Carlton
Age: Adult / Breed: Shar-Pei Mix / Sex: Male / Rescue: Furgotten Dog Rescue"I am a 3-year-old Shar-Pei mix weighing 55#. Don’t let my looks fool you, I am a big baby! I am friendly with people when I am not on my turf (house/yard). I will need time (and lots of treats) to warm up to a stranger. I walk well on a leash, but will react toward animals on a leash. I am animal aggressive in general and need to be an ONLY PET in the home. I have not been desensitized to small children. They kind of freak me out for some reason. Teens are cool :) What can I say I am a is a typical, poorly socialized Pei. My dominant and territorial nature is normal, but difficult to manage. I will require consistent follow through with my training including socialization with other dogs (on a leash on walks) and territorial behavior. Free in-home training comes with my adoption fee."
Photo via Furgotten Dog Rescue
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Diego
Age: Senior / Breed: Terrier Mix / Sex: Male / Rescue: Save the Animals Foundation"Several months and a few home visits later, we have better insight on Diego and what he needs in a home. After spending time in the home of one of his favorite volunteers, we have this glowing review: 'He is excellent in the house, no accidents, no getting into things, lays at my feet in whatever room I am in. He would LOVE to be on the couch snuggling or sleeping at the foot of the bed. He loves his tennis ball but it's a slow-motion leisure toss and retrieve game. He's also great in the yard, going potty on command, minimal barking at neighbors just to let them know he's there. He's good on leash, can pull a bit but falls into step when corrected. He knows basic commands.'"
Photo via Save the Animals Foundation
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Athena
Age: Adult / Breed: Mixed / Sex: Female / Rescue: Campbell County Animal Shelter/i>"Athena is a young, ball of energy. She listens very well and is a fast learner. She loves to sit in your lap and give you kisses. She loves to go for walks and play. Athena loves kids and likes getting attention from them and everyone else. Athena has lots of love to give and will certainly make her new family happy."
Photo via Campbell County Animal Shelter
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Kahl Drogo
Age: Adult / Breed: Husky / Sex: Male / Rescue: Stray Animal Adoption Program"Check out this handsome guy! Kahl Drogo (knows Knute) is an 8 year old purebred Alaskan husky. He walks well on leash, is good outside of a crate, potty trained, and non-destructive. He's rarely barks, and likes to lounge. He does NOT enjoy: cats, kids, or his tail/back legs messed with, and sharing (he resource guards his toys, bones, treats, etc). He's lived as an only dog for some time, but has done well meeting small dogs on leash, not so well with large dogs. Preference would be an only dog home to hang out and soak up the snuggles.All SAAP animals are vet checked, UTD on vaccines, spayed/neutered, micro chipped, and given flea and heartworm preventative as age appropriate."
Photo via Stray Animal Adoption Program
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Hedwig
Age: Puppy / Breed: Dachshund, Shih Tzu Mix / Sex: Female / Rescue: Little Hills of Kentucky Animal Rescue"Hedwig is 13 weeks old and 6 lb. She is a Dachshund/Shih Tzu/Chihuahua mix. Hedwig is a confident gal who loves to run and play. She is very social and friendly. She will still need to be given her 3rd Dhpp, Lepto, Rabies and be spayed at times stated on her paperwork. As long as this is done by our veterinarians, there is no cost involved until everything is completed. Then the adoption fee of $300 and signing of the adoption contract is due. Everything will be completed between when he is 20-22 weeks of age."
Photo via Little Hills of Kentucky Animal Rescue
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Gabriel
Age: Adult / Breed: Collie / Sex: Male / Rescue: Stray Animal Adoption Program"Gabriel is sweet boy looking for as much love and attention as he can find. He has left his old life of living outside alone and is loving all the attention he is receiving in his foster home. He was so excited to find out what a dog bed is and to have a friend to play with. He is doing great with his foster siblings, is quiet in his crate and is keeping it clean. He is looking for someone who will give him lots of ear rubs. Apply today for this cutie at adoptastray.com He is a 5 yr old collie mix. He weighs about 40 lbs.All SAAP animals are vet checked, UTD on vaccines, spayed/neutered, micro chipped, and given flea and heartworm preventative as age appropriate."
Photo via Stray Animal Adoption Program
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Lisanna
Age: Adult / Breed: Pit Bull Terrier, Catahoula Leopard Dog Mix / Sex: Female / Rescue: Stray Animal Adoption Program"Lisanna is a special doggo needing just the right home. She is deaf and likely has some visual impairments due to her improper breeding (double merle). She will need an adopter who is patient and can continue helping her thrive with special training for deaf dogs. When she feels safe she is a sweet girl, loves fetch, and loves mealtime. Quick movements can scare her so no children, please. She seems to be having difficulties with other dogs which may due to her inability to read body language of other dogs so it's best if she could be someone's one and only. She does know several hand commands but of course could always use more training to help her adjust. She is house and crate trained. She is fearful of the vet as a FYI. She is a sound sleeper as one may expect... So no worries about a scared dog during storms or fireworks! Apply to meet this super darling girl if you have what it takes to help her be her best!"
Photo via Stray Animal Adoption Program
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