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Puppies and dogs in Jefferson, Georgia

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Jefferson, Georgia. 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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Sitka

Husky German Shepherd Dog

Female, Adult
Commerce, GA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Sitka! We rescued her 18 months ago. She integrated beautifully with our other 2 dogs, LOVES children, and is truly a super sweet girl. We have 2 acres and our pets on a wired electric fence system. Once Sitka was trained on the system, she did great and stayed within the boundary. In late December, she got out of the fencing system and has since been getting out almost daily. Weve tried everything we can think of to keep her in our property but she just runs through the fence and care about getting shocked anymore. She's been going to neighbors houses to play with their kids. At first, it wasn't a big deal but a week ago, one of the kids, rightfully, let their dog out to play with Sitka and their dog immediately attacked her, thinking she needed to protect the kids. Sitka is a lot bigger and fought back, hurting their dog and we just can't let her keep getting out anymore and chancing future incidents. Sitka is not aggressive but will defend herself if needed.
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Waylon

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, Adult
Braselton, GA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Waylon. I'm unsure of his actual breed but he is part Pit. He was left with me to watch while his owner went out of town and the owner never picked him up and blocked me so I cannot contact him. His owner adopted him from the Hall County Animal Shelter in 2023. Waylon is a wonderful dog! Such a cuddle bug! He thinks he's a lap dog. He likes toys and bones and in the cold, a sweater. I have never witnessed any aggression with him. He does pull a bit when on a leash but he is very smart and has gotten much better than when he was left with me. Sadly, I cannot offer him a permanent home. I had breast cancer and have had complications. I've had 10 surgeries and number 11 and 12 are upcoming soon. I cannot handle him during my recovery as it is long and extensive. I really want to find a loving home for this sweetheart. He will make an amazing companion with someone with love to offer.
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Boomer

American Staffordshire Terrier

Male, Senior
Braselton, GA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
I have had Boomer for 8 years and he has been a man’s best friend without doubt. I adopted him from the humane society in Greenville, SC, in early college and he has been through so many stages of life with me. He is a very intelligent dog but he can be a little stubborn. I have a 1 year old daughter and she doesn’t know boundaries with dogs and is continuously getting in his face. He snipped at her the other day (it was My daughter’s fault) but it just has not set right with me. I do not want to get rid of him but I couldn’t live with myself if he were to bite her. I never wanted to be the person to give up on my dog but I genuinely don’t have the time to keep him or my daughter in check. If you are someone that is looking for a dog that will have your back and has a lot of personality, he is the one for you. Again he is a very intelligent dog, can learn almost anything you care to teach him.
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Nieve

Husky Husky

Female, Young
Braselton, GA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Nieve is my little 16 month old white Husky, she came home 1 year and 3 months ago (she was born in October 2023) her parents are white Huskies, my family and I have been first time getting a dog and it was a Christmas gift for my daughter (and the responsibility has been mostly mine), however we have not been prepared to educate Nieve, we do not know strategies and how to do it and previously she was free in the yard where she ran and played but we have moved to a house that does not have a fence and she is in adaptation and we really do not know how to handle the situation another factor is that in a short time I will have surgery and I will not be able to take care of her. Nieve is very sweet and playful and loves petting, she will be a great pet for someone who dedicates time to her and can give her a lot of love and training. She has her vaccines up to date and the next set of vaccines are needed starting in February and March, she has never been sick
Needs Home Fast
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2023-10-050 *BOO*

Labrador Retriever

Male, 4 yrs 4 mos
Winder, GA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
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Needs Home Fast
Photo of 2023-12-022 *Joe*

2023-12-022 *Joe*

Husky

Male, 3 yrs 2 mos
Winder, GA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
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Humane Society of Jackson County

P O Box 567, Jefferson, GA 30549

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Commerce Veterinary Hospital

1012 S Broad St, Commerce, GA 30529

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Athens Canine Rescue

PO Box 7064, Athens, GA 30604

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Pawsitive Strides

2250 Hwy 98, Maysville, GA 30558

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GA Samoyed Rescue

Statham, GA 30666

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Georgia English Bulldog Rescue

PO Box 1097, Winder, GA 30680

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Remember Me? Pet Rescue

1022 Cyperts Trail, Winder, GA 30680

Pet Types: dogs

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Barrow County Animal Control

616 Barrow Park Court, Winder, GA 30680

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

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Pup & Cat Co.

Winder, GA 30680

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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