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Puppies and dogs in Ferndale, Michigan

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

American Staffordshire Terrier Mixed Breed (Large)

Female, 3 yrs 5 mos
Pleasant Ridge, MI
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
Meet Mocha! Why the name Mocha? Because she has the prettiest mocha brown coat! This sweet girl is ready to find her happily every after. She’s not only sweet but loves to play too! She has been hanging out with her fur sibling and having a blast. She has typical dog energy and knows basic commands. She loves her humans but small children may frighten her so a home with older and respectable children would be best. A home without cats to chase would be best also. She love love loves the water and would love an active family. All dogs come fully vetted and spay/neutered. Being fostered in Flint and is ready for a meet and greet with you!
We'll also keep you updated on Vivian's adoption status with email updates.
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Vivian

Collie Labrador Retriever

Female, 6 mos
Royal Oak, MI
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
These babies were brought to us after a lady’s neighbor left the pregnant mama. She kept the mom but could not keep her babies. This is a fun group of pups! They get along with strangers, kids and other dogs. They do well in a crate, usually just go to sleep. They would do well on hikes or other outside adventures. They are in a puppy teething mode so beware of fingers!! They are in need of all basic puppy training and just loads of love! A wonderful addition to any family. She is currently being fostered in TN but we use the most animal-friendly transport on the road. Rescue Riders Pet Transport.
We'll also keep you updated on Chloe's adoption status with email updates.
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Chloe

Blue Heeler Australian Shepherd

Female, 2 yrs 6 mos
Royal Oak, MI
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
In the spring of 2023, we got a call about 4 dogs who were in bad shape and living in the woods a couple of hours from me. We set traps and were able to rescue 2 of the 4. We tried and tried to get the other 2, but we were unable to do so. Some of the local people continued to try to get them, as well, but couldn’t. I am still very sad about having to leave them behind. Chester and Chloe were near death when we rescued them. They were starving, their skin was horrible, and of course, they had every known parasite. They are healthy now. Chloe is still very shy, and I feel that she needs a special home with a lot of love, patience and attention! We do not see any aggression in her. She has been at Blue Ribbon Kennels now for 14 months and needs a forever and loving home so badly. She has never had the opportunity to live inside a house and to be part of a family. Chloe is in Mississippi. When adopted, she will come fully vetted and will be transported by Rescue Riders, a very reliable transporter. All of this is included in her adoption fee.
We'll also keep you updated on Willa's adoption status with email updates.
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Willa

Treeing Walker Coonhound Australian Shepherd

Female, 1 yr 9 mos
Royal Oak, MI
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Needs experienced adopter, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Willa and Watson (siblings) came from the Brookhaven pound. We saw them on Face Book. The Brookhaven pound was going to put these puppies down because they were so shy. They couldn’t find a rescue group to take them. We decided to help them. They are super sweet, but they are very shy. Walter is not as shy as Willa. They feel very comfortable in their environment, but when taken to the vet, they do get nervous. They do respond to love, but they need somebody that will spend time with them. Because we are so overcrowded, they have never had an opportunity to live in the house. They were heavily bonded at the foster’s house, and they loved to play together. The foster did not spend any time with them, but the children played with them some in the fenced in area. They play well with other dogs, but they have never been around cats. Since they have been at Blue Ribbon Kennels, they have been in separate kennels for the past 13 months. They both need a special home with somebody that will spend a lot of time loving them, giving them a lot of attention and being patient with them. Plese help Willa, and maybe even consider adopting both of them! Willa and Watson are in Mississippi. Rescue Riders is a very reliable pet transport and will transport Willa to her new home. This is included in the adoption fee
We'll also keep you updated on Watson's adoption status with email updates.
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Watson

Treeing Walker Coonhound Australian Shepherd

Male, 1 yr 9 mos
Royal Oak, MI
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Willa and Watson (siblings) came from the Brookhaven pound. We saw them on Face Book. The Brookhaven pound was going to put these puppies down because they were so shy. They couldn’t find a rescue group to take them. We decided to help them. They are super sweet, but they are very shy. Walter is not as shy as Willa. They feel very comfortable in their environment, but when taken to the vet, they do get nervous. They do respond to love, but they need somebody that will spend time with them. Because we are so overcrowded, they have never had an opportunity to live in the house. They were heavily bonded at the foster’s house, and they loved to play together. The foster did not spend any time with them, but the children played with them some in the fenced in area. They play well with other dogs, but they have never been around cats. Since they have been at Blue Ribbon Kennels, they have been in separate kennels for the past 13 months. They both need a special home with somebody that will spend a lot of time loving them, giving them a lot of attention and being patient with them. Please help Watson, and maybe even consider adopting both of them! Willa and Watson are in Mississippi. Rescue Rides is a very reliable pet transport and will transport Watson to his new home. This is included in the adoption fee.
We'll also keep you updated on Kole's adoption status with email updates.
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Kole

Labrador Retriever

Male, 1 yr 6 mos
Royal Oak, MI
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Kole and his sibling, Buck, were abandoned by their owner. They are both full blooded silver labs. Kole's coloring is dark grey. Kole is a very sweet and beautiful lab. He does not seem interested in the water. Kole and Buck are in Mississippi. Rescue Riders is a very reliable transporter and will take Kole to his adopter; this is included in the adoption fee.

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Dog shelters and rescues in Ferndale, Michigan

There are animal shelters and rescues that focus specifically on finding great homes for dogs in Ferndale, Michigan. Browse these rescues and shelters below.

Here are a few organizations closest to you:

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Waggs and Wishes Animal Rescue

Ferndale, MI 48220

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Palmer Park Dog Rescue

P.O. Box 20971, Ferndale, MI 48220

Pet Types: dogs

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Hope Rescue Society

Ferndale, MI 48220

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs

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Jethros Place Animal Sanctuary

PO Box 561, Ferndale, MI 48220

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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District 5 Animal Alliance Detroit

Pleasant Ridge, MI 48069

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue Riders Cooperative MI

Royal Oak, MI 48068

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Compass Dog Rescue

PO Box 7056, Huntington Woods, MI 48070

Pet Types: dogs

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Michigan Dachshund Rescue

356 W. Granet Ave, Hazel Park, MI 48030

Pet Types: dogs

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Hazel Park Animal Control Shelter

24211 Couzens Ave, Hazel Park, MI 48030

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Paws-N-Claws Rescue

P.O.box 455, Hazel Park, MI 48030

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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