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Jack

Golden Retriever

Male, Adult
Waseca, MN
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
Jack is a 7 year old male AKC registered Golden Retriever. He is neutered, microchipped and up to date on all vaccinations. We have had him since he was 8 weeks old. He is house trained, knows basic commands: come, sit, stay, shake. Could use some leash work - he does walk nice with a gentle leader. He is a big boy at 92 pounds but such a gentle teddybear. Jack is great with other dogs, children and all genders of adults but unknown if he likes cats. LOVES to play fetch with his tennis ball! Needs space to run and play or go to dog park daily. Jack does have seasonal allergies and gets itchy when spring comes. Benedryl helps. Experience with a golden retriever would be best considering his age. Like all Goldens he SHEDS!
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Sammy

Pointer Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

Female, 11 yrs
St. James, MN
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
AGE: Mature adult 10 years old - FemaleCHARACTERISTICS:good with dogs and older kids, mellow, very happyBREEDS: Good question! COAT LENGTH - mediumHi I am Sammy. They say I am a 10 year old dog but I don't believe them. I think I might only be 8 or maybe even 6 as I still have some good energy! I enjoy playing in the yard with my husky fursister. We play and play and play. I do like to be the alpha her but she is a husky and can outrun me!! My foster mom has a doggy door which is really nice as I can go outside any time I need to potty. See I was an outside dog all my life and I'm not catching on to not pottying wherever I want so I might have an accident in the house as I don't know any better. We are working on it but having a doggy door helps me as I can just run outside quick and take care of business. I enjoy hanging out wherever you are, by your feet while you watch TV, by your feet in the bathroom, under your feet while you cook, I will be there wherever you may go. My foster mom calls me her shadow. And watch out for my tail as it never stops wagging. I am always very happy to see people and will come right up to you to get lots of pets, I may even lay down and let you rub my belly!! Do you have another dog? I would really love to have another dog in the house. It helps keep me calm if you leave. I don't like to be alone. When you leave you can put me in my kennel and I will be very quiet as long as the other dog is there with me. I might be a candidate for just hanging out without a kennel, but not free roaming of the house......yet.So here is my list of requests - another dog to hang with and play with, a doggy door with a fenced in yard, somebody to pet me and rub my belly, and pet me and rub my belly some more. FROM THE FOSTER: Don't worry about dusting those low shelves, Sammy's tail will dust it for you as her tail never stops wagging. Also don't leave any food towards the front of the counters, it will disappear! I would definitely recommend a doggy door so she can go outside whenever she needs, This has almost eliminated accidents in the house. I have taken her to work and we had to take her outside alot or we had accidents. She loved everybody she met at the office and would right up to them to get petted.Oh and you ask what breed is Sammy? Well lets see, she has a beard so that could be German Wirehaired Pointer, or Airedale, or Schnauzer, or Bearded Collie, or Griffon. But her body has traits of a great dane, she has large paws, but she's not really tall, her coat is medium length and she does shed. SInce we are unsure of her breed, I call her a hotdish -- just an assortment of joy and love!!Good girl. Always lived as an outside dog. We are looking for a caring home for her. She's affectionate, likes people, lived with smaller children. Does not like catsWas an owner surrender.Adoption fee $250 plus tax____Please Note: We ask that an application be filled out before coming to the shelter. If pre approved, a meeting with the animal will be set up. To fill out an application, go to http://watonwan.weebly.com/adoption-application.html, All animals are current on vaccinations, sterilized and given flea/tick preventative. Cash or check only. For more information, our website is www.watonwan.weebly.com or call the shelter at 507-942-7387. For more information on cats, please email: petcompany@hotmail.com. Please note-not all dogs are at the shelter. Please call ahead
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Nibbles

Chihuahua Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 11 mos
St. James, MN
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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NibblesVery affectionate pup. Good with other dogs. Loves people. Great running partnerSweet guy. LOVES people, will follow you anywhere. Comfortable in a crate. Not yet fully housetrained. Adoption fee $295 plus tax____Please Note: We ask that an application be filled out before coming to the shelter. If pre approved, a meeting with the animal will be set up. To fill out an application, go to http://watonwan.weebly.com/adoption-application.html, All animals are current on vaccinations, sterilized and given flea/tick preventative. Cash or check only. For more information, our website is www.watonwan.weebly.com or call the shelter at 507-942-7387. For more information on cats, please email: petcompany@hotmail.com. Please note-not all dogs are at the shelter. Please call ahead
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Duke

Australian Shepherd

Male, 6 yrs 3 mos
St. James, MN
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
Duke -- The Duke of Dogs! Duke is a mature 6 year old who has experienced many things and learned many things in his short life. What does he know? Duke knows he really loves humans and enjoys hanging out with them wherever they are. He loves his doggy beds which means he doesn't get on the furniture or hog your bed at night. He really enjoys when you get down on the floor with him. He will come over to you and just plop on your lap. This is so he can get lots and lots of love and attention!! Duke also enjoys the company of other dogs, ones that he can play with by wrestling on the floor laying down. He will do some running around the yard with them. This may happen more once he loses some weight. What else has Duke learned in his life. He has learned that he has to have insulin 2x per day. He is a really good dog when it comes to getting his shots. You feed him and when he is all done, he comes and sits nicely waiting for you to give him his shot and of course the treat he gets for doing all of this so nicely! We are hoping that as Duke loses some weight that this will help with his insulin needs. He will probably always need it but hopefully in smaller quantities. Duke -- the Duke of Dogs--loves dogs--loves humans--enjoys a good bone--no need for a crate - free roam is perfect as far he is concerned--doggy door to be able to go out when he needs would be amazing but not required (extra potty trips are needed due to his diabetes)PLEASE get your app in and help us find this loving sweet dog a home! If you can't adopt, please let your friends know!!Friendly, happy house trained 6 year old.Duke needs insulin every day.Also..Very loving, Dog friendly, Gentle & Happy, Well behaved guy.He doesn’t make a big deal out of his daily shots. Makes it very easy!We are waiving his adoption fee. Let us know if you want his handsome fella in your life.____Please Note: We ask that an application be filled out before coming to the shelter. If pre approved, a meeting with the animal will be set up. To fill out an application, go to http://watonwan.weebly.com/adoption-application.html, All animals are current on vaccinations, sterilized and given flea/tick preventative. Cash or check only. For more information, our website is www.watonwan.weebly.com or call the shelter at 507-942-7387. For more information on cats, please email: petcompany@hotmail.com. Please note-not all dogs are at the shelter. Please call ahead
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Odin

Shepherd (Unknown Type) Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 4 yrs 7 mos
St. James, MN
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Odin is a male Shepherd mix. He is about 75 pounds.From his foster-"He is one of the easiest fosters Ive had. He is calm, settled into the house immediately. COuld be left loose in the house for over 8 hours without incident He is easy."Crate and house trained. Lived with little children and another dog. Does not like cats. Can be left loose in house alone without incident. Adoption fee $250 plus tax**Poor Ruben is being overlooked. It’s true, his picture may not grab you, is not super memorable. He even appears quite plain. The truth is, he’s pretty fantastic! 🕶 Cool and calm🎾 Fun and playful!❤️ He likes to be near you and will cuddle in close🦮 Gets along with other dogs👂🏻 He is smart and attentive. We feel he’ll respond well to any training or guidance in his new home. We love Ruben and we think you will too.____Please Note: We ask that an application be filled out before coming to the shelter. If pre approved, a meeting with the animal will be set up. To fill out an application, go to http://watonwan.weebly.com/adoption-application.html, All animals are current on vaccinations, sterilized and given flea/tick preventative. Cash or check only. For more information, our website is www.watonwan.weebly.com or call the shelter at 507-942-7387. For more information on cats, please email: petcompany@hotmail.com. Please note-not all dogs are at the shelter. Please call ahead
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Savvy

Husky

Male, 6 yrs 2 mos
St. James, MN
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Savvy6-7 year old neutered maleLived with small children, another dog, catsAdoption fee $250 plus tax____Please Note: We ask that an application be filled out before coming to the shelter. If pre approved, a meeting with the animal will be set up. To fill out an application, go to http://watonwan.weebly.com/adoption-application.html, All animals are current on vaccinations, sterilized and given flea/tick preventative. Cash or check only. For more information, our website is www.watonwan.weebly.com or call the shelter at 507-942-7387. For more information on cats, please email: petcompany@hotmail.com. Please note-not all dogs are at the shelter. Please call ahead

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Blue Earth Nicollet County Pet Shelter/BENCHS

1250 N River Drive, Mankato, MN 56001

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mankato, MN 56001

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Mending Spirits Animal Rescue

PO Box 5402, Mankato, MN 56002

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Faith, Hope and Forever Animal Rescue

Mankato, MN 56003

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Hope For Homes Animal Rescue

50572 194th St, Lake Crystal, MN 56055

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Forever Home Animal Sanctuary, Inc.

P.O. Box 592, New Ulm, MN 56073

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Watonwan County Humane Society

1309 Weston Ave N, Box 346, St. James, MN 56081

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Faribault County Humane Society

Blue Earth, MN 56013

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Southern Minnesota Animal Rescue Team, Inc

Lonsdale, MN 55046

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Unchained

Faribault, MN 55021

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