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Puppies and dogs in Columbia, Missouri

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Columbia, Missouri. 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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Bogey

Shepherd (Unknown Type) Rottweiler

Male, Young
Centralia, MO
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
A friend of mine found him abandoned at a dog park. She already had two dogs and she asked me if I would take him. I love dogs and they have been a part of most of my 67 years, but I didn’t want Bogey. I don’t say no well so I took him. I had to move and i couldn’t find a place that was good for a dog. There are other issues. Bogey is extremely energetic and needs lots of attention. I couldn’t provide the exercise and attention he needed. I still work and I’m not home much. He is at a kennel right now and the cost is an extreme problem. Based on his chip he is about three years old.
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Nova

Great Pyrenees German Shepherd Dog

Female, Adult
Hartsburg, MO
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
We have been working with Nova for almost three weeks now. She is sweet but has behavioral issues sometimes around our German Shepherd Dog. She is weary of other animals. I believe she needs to be in a one-animal household with room to run and play outside. She is fine on a leash but very strong. In her last home (our son's) she was around our two grand daughters but spent most of her time outside or in the kennel. She is around 4 years old. I would describe her as very energetic.
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Chief

German Shepherd Dog

Male, Adult
Thompson, MO
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained,
Story
Chief is the best of boys. A smart dog who just wants love and attention. Someone with time and experience can give him the life he deserves and have one of the best dogs of their life. He deserves so much more than Im able to provide. He is very intelligent, energetic, and loves to play fetch, swim, and loves some good cuddle time. Great with kids but can be a little much at times with his size, had an issue with a male dog in the past, but no aggression shown towards people.
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Marley

American Pit Bull Terrier Husky

Male, Adult
Fulton, MO
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
Marley is a very loving gentle dog. We rescued him from a bad situation 2 years ago. He has never looked back. He loves kids and enjoys playing fetch, or just running with them. He is a cuddle dog if you can believe it, loves cuddling up at bedtime almost as he is human. He will sit forever right next to you even if you’re not petting him, just loving companionship. He is a very fit dog with 3 acres to rome on here, and thinks all small critters are fun to chase. He is well mannered, doesn’t beg, and patient when it’s feeding time. We are only rehoming due to my health and needing to move cross country to a home that does not have room for a big dog.
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Diablo

German Shepherd Dog

Male, Young
Fulton, MO
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
Hello! We adopted Diablo when he was only a couple months old, and now he is almost 3. He is a very good boy and is house trained. Sadly our schedule has changed too much to the point that it is unfair for him :(. We are looking for a loving home that will have time to play with him, take him on walks, and give him all the snuggles. He loves playing with other dogs, but we are not sure how he gets along with cats. He is also great with kids as he is gentle and patient with them. He is a very goofy boy and is guaranteed to make you smile and laugh. While he loves to play and run around, he also loves to snuggle and chill out.
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Tank

German Shepherd Dog Labrador Retriever

Male, Young
Fayette, MO
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Tank is a great dog. He had 12 brothers and sisters. His Mom was a full bread Labrador Retriever and his Dad was a German Shepard. He was born in December, 2022. We have a home in the country were he loves to lay around and he loves us to pet. He is a tall, beautiful shiny black haired dog. We have two other dogs and we just can’t give them all the love they need. He loves to ride around in our truck, he is certainly a good watch dog. We would love to have him go somewhere, he would be taken good care of.

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Dog shelters and rescues in Columbia, Missouri

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Mo-Kan Border Collie Rescue

Columbia, MO 65202

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Central Missouri Humane Society

616 Big Bear Blvd, Columbia, MO 65202

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

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Unchained Melodies Inc.

Columbia, MO 65203

Pet Types: dogs

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Russell Rescue, Inc. - Missouri Area

Columbia, MO 65201

Pet Types: dogs

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Lil' Paws, Big Hearts Chihuahua Rescue

Columbia, MO 65201

Pet Types: dogs

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Little Rays of Sunshine Animal Rescue

HALLSVILLE, MO 65255

Pet Types: dogs

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Callaway Hills Animal Shelter

2714 State Rd Tt, New Bloomfield, MO 65063

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Grabb Animal Shelter

60 Industrial Drive, 60 Industrial Drive, PO Box 130, Fulton, MO 65251

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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SCMR - MO

Fulton, MO 65251

Pet Types: dogs

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Boonville Animal Shelter

1691 E Morgan St, Boonville, MO 65233

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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