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Puppies and dogs in Arcadia, Florida

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Arcadia, Florida. To learn more about each adoptable dog, click on the "i" icon for fast facts, or their photo or name for full details.
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Riza

Labrador Retriever German Shepherd Dog

Female, Adult
Punta Gorda, FL
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs special attention, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Meet Riza, a beautiful 6-year-old Labrador Shepherd mix, with a heart full of love and a clever mind. Riza has a brown coat with a black stripe, weighs 65 pounds and is in need of a new, loving home due to unfortunate family circumstances. About Riza: Personality: She's smart, loves food puzzle toys, and does great with cats! Health: Riza has seizures - but has been seizure free for more than 11 months thanks to daily medication. Needs: Riza needs a patient and understanding owner who can give her time to adjust. She can be defensive on a leash, so a Gentle Leader works best. Riza is up to date on all vaccinations, spayed, and in generally great health. She needs a calm and loving home where she can feel secure. Please feel free to share to help her find a perfect forever home! Her medications are affordable and easily accessible, I can answer any questions you may have.
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Willie

Beagle

Male, Adult
Punta Gorda, FL
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Willie was adopted from the SPCA when he was 1 years old. We have loved our sweet boy for the past 5 years and it breaks our hearts to rehome him. Willie is a snuggle bug who just wants to please his owners. He loves to be close by whether laying on you or sleeping under your bed. Willie has mild anxiety but with consistent routines he has overcome many of his challenges! The one obstacle though he still can't get over is the unpredictable ness of kids. He is honestly find with our kids 90% of the time. 10% of the time the 2 year old mad dashes which startles him. He hasn't bit my kids just growls and runs away. I honestly think he would do better with older kids who are more predictable. We love Willie with our all heart. He deserves so much more than what we can give him. Someone to take him on walks, give him all the loves, and time for him.
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Romeo

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, Adult
Punta Gorda, FL
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Romeo is 8 yrs old. He is spoiled Very friendly. He thinks he’s a small dog because he was raised around them. He’s full of energy. He loves to run around. He listens very well. He’s house trained he’s an inside dog. He’s also been crate trained but prefers not to be. He’s very healthy. He loves to cuddle.
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Vela

Dalmatian

Female, Adult
Punta Gorda, FL
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
I have had Vela since she was a puppy. She may be the most food motivated dog I have ever met. She has merged families with three other dogs and unfortunately does not get along with one of the other dogs, a nine year old french bull dog, and they have gotten into several serious fights. Vela gets along just fine with the other two dogs in the house, who are more submissive. She would excel in an only dog environment, she loves going for walks, and enjoys being lazy on the couch.
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Hannibal

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, Adult
Port Charlotte, FL
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Hannibal is a 4-year-old male, blue-nose pit bull. (08/2020) He was rescued from Georgia and is currently in Florida with us now. He was in a difficult situation when he was rescued, and he needs someone to show him love and training. Hannibal has always been a great listener, he does commands, lay, sit, paw or shake(either paw), gentle, kiss, and if you say I love you in the right way he howls trying to say it back to you. We think he would be best for a household without kids, & not a lot of other dog competition, his brother is a French Bulldog, but his anxiety overloads with a lot of dogs around. He could use someone who is able to give him more experience around others. 85lbs and he will make someone a great soul mate, or best buddy, he is very loyal to his human. We wish circumstances were different, but we can't keep him, we want to find him a good forever home. We are in Clearwater FL, let us know if you'd like to meet him and see if he's your new BFF or Home Protector
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Sailor

German Shepherd Dog

Male, Young
Port Charlotte, FL
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Sailor is a amazing dog. He is healthy and very loveable and not aggressive, but he is protective once he gets to know you. He is a pure bred German Shepard and AKA registered. He does require a lot of attention. Once he bonds with you he will be your shadow. He does tend to have separation anxiety and will chew things if left alone for too long. So it's better to leave him in his cage if you have to leave him alone. He loves to play fetch. He knows some commands and would properly would do well with more obedience training. I have been fostering him for a couple of weeks. But do to some of my health issues and up coming surgeries I need to find him a good home soon.

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Canine Castaways, Inc.

PO Box 3295, Arcadia, FL 34265

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DeSoto County Animal Control

2048 NE McKay St, Arcadia, FL 34266

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Little Angels Rescue

3288 SE Hansel Avenue, Arcadia, FL 34266

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Australian Shepherds Furever - Punta Gorda, FL Chapter

PO Box 1676, Punta Gorda, FL 33982

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Animal Welfare League of Charlotte County

3519 Drance St., Port Charlotte, FL 33980

Pet Types: cats, dogs, small animals

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Animal Safehouse Program --Tampa Pups

Port Charlotte, FL 33952

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Fairytail Endings Rescue

Port Charlotte, FL 33952

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Adoptable Greyt-hounds of Florida

North Port, FL 34286

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United Yorkie Rescue - Z - FL - North Port

North Port, FL 34286

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Trust Again Pet Shelter Inc.

2646 Merle Langford Road, Zolfo Springs, FL 33890

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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