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Lakeshore PAWS

Dog rescue in Valparaiso, IN

Lakeshore PAWS is a volunteer-run, nonprofit 501(c) 3 organization in Porter County, Indiana. Our vision is to create a culture of compassion and partnership in Northwest Indiana that will one day assure that every pet born has a stable home and care throughout its natural life.

Contact
Address
4611 Evans Ave
Valparaiso, IN 46383
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Meet their adoptable pets

4611 Evans Ave

Valparaiso, IN 46383

Hours of Operation

Sunday: 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Wednesday: 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Thursday: 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Friday: 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Saturday: 11:00 am - 3:00 pm

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Adoptable pets at Lakeshore PAWS

We'll also keep you updated on River's adoption status with email updates.
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River

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Male, 5 mos
Valparaiso, IN
We'll also keep you updated on Shortie's adoption status with email updates.
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Shortie

American Staffordshire Terrier

Female, 5 yrs 6 mos
Valparaiso, IN
We'll also keep you updated on Justine's adoption status with email updates.
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Justine

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Female, 5 mos
Valparaiso, IN
We'll also keep you updated on Mango's adoption status with email updates.
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Mango

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 1 yr 1 mo
Valparaiso, IN
We'll also keep you updated on Speedy's adoption status with email updates.
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Speedy

American Staffordshire Terrier

Male, 2 yrs 1 mo
Valparaiso, IN
We'll also keep you updated on Munchie's adoption status with email updates.
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Munchie

American Staffordshire Terrier

Female, 1 yr
Valparaiso, IN
We'll also keep you updated on Bacon's adoption status with email updates.
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Bacon

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Male, 1 yr 7 mos
Valparaiso, IN
We'll also keep you updated on Patsy's adoption status with email updates.
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Patsy

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Female, 6 mos
Valparaiso, IN

Rescue FAQs

Northwest Indiana, Lake county, Porter County, LaPorte County

We are located in Valparaiso, Indiana.

  • 1. Submit Application
  • 2. Approve Application
  • 3. Visit the Facility and Find a Pet
  • 4. Take the Pet Home
  • 5. Sign Adoption Contract
  • 6. Pay Fee

Additional adoption info

PUPPIES

Any dog that is younger than 1 year old is considered a puppy. They come with age-appropriate vaccines, are dewormed, microchipped, on heartworm preventative, and if age allows spay/neutered. If they are not old enough to have the procedure done, we do require a $100 deposit which is refunded once the surgery is done. We require the spay/neuter to be done at 6 months and can schedule it at one of our vets if you wish to not use your own vet. If you do decide to go to your own vet, once proof of procedure is done, a refund can be issued. Puppy adoption fees are $350 + $100 refundable deposit.

ADULTS

Adult dogs are dogs that are ages 1 – 6 years old. They come with vaccinations (Bordetella, Rabies, Distemper), are dewormed, on heartworm prevention, microchipped, heartworm tested, and spay/neutered. Upon intake, they also have an initial wellness exam to screen for any pre-existing conditions. Their adoption fee is $300.

SENIORS

Senior dogs are dogs that are 7 years old and up. They come with vaccinations (Bordetella, Rabies, Distemper), are dewormed, on heartworm prevention, microchipped, heartworm tested, and if age allows spay/neutered. Upon intake, they also have an initial wellness exam to screen for any pre-existing conditions. Their adoption fee is $100.

Adoption application

https://lakeshorepaws.org/adopt/

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We'll also keep you updated on Athena's adoption status with email updates.
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Athena

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 5 mos
mishawaka, IN
We'll also keep you updated on Max's adoption status with email updates.
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Max

Chihuahua/Dachshund

Male, Puppy
Kankskee, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Chelsey's adoption status with email updates.
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Chelsey

Guinea Pig

Female, Adult
Highland, IN
We'll also keep you updated on Cassipia's adoption status with email updates.
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Cassipia

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Adult
Lowell, IN
We'll also keep you updated on HAGAR's adoption status with email updates.
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HAGAR

Labrador Retriever

Male, 8 yrs 3 mos
Crown Point, IN
We'll also keep you updated on Alex's adoption status with email updates.
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Alex

Labrador Retriever

Male, Puppy
Chicago, IL

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