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Puppies and dogs in Upper Arlington, Ohio

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Upper Arlington, Ohio. To learn more about each adoptable dog, click on the "i" icon for fast facts, or their photo or name for full details.
We'll also keep you updated on Mr. Clean's adoption status with email updates.
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Mr. Clean

Shiba Inu

Male, 10 yrs 1 mo
Columbus, OH
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
My name is Mister Clean and I’m looking for my forever home. Why am I named after a bald guy? Well, I came to SIRA after being found lying in mud on the side of the road, emaciated and bald from a severe flea infestation. I was in bad shape. X-rays showed metal and food wrappers in my tummy – I was so hungry I ate anything! My ears were infected and I was very anemic. But once I got food and vet care, things got much better! My fur started growing back and my ears healed. And I put on weight – I’m about 28 pounds now. I am being fostered just north of Columbus, OH. SIRA thinks I’m about 10 years old. I’m great with other dogs and I love cuddling with my foster family. Yep, you heard that right. I’m a “fake Shiba” since I love to snuggle. My foster family was told that I may have a disc problem in my back and maybe something going on with my hips, but so far, nothing slows me down. I dart, spin, and dance my way through the house! Every time I come in from a potty break, I get the most exquisite zoomies. I pirouette, fling myself up on the couch, and then dance around the whole house. I love going on walks with my foster family, getting treats and belly rubs, and perching on my favorite chair. I’ll happily speak up and tell you off if you’re too slow to take me outside or if you’re not sharing your treats with me. I am fully house trained and I do fine when my foster family has to leave the house. Now that I’ve beaten the odds, the only thing I need is a forever family. My perfect forever home will have a nice comfy spot with a sunbeam to nap in and someone who will let me sit in their lap and give me a rub-down. If there’s another nice dog, that would be great, but I’d probably do fine as an only dog as long as you spend time with me. I’d do best with a securely fenced yard, but also enjoy leash walks. I'm neutered and vaccinated and ready to go! I haven’t lived with children, cats or small pets, so I don’t know how I’d be with them. If you live in the Midwest and want to give my “rags to riches” story its happy ending, I promise I’ll be your fun, smart, spunky very best buddy. Visit www.savingshibas.com/adopt to apply to become an approved SIRA adopter. The application process helps SIRA learn more about you to make sure we’ll be a good match. Once approved, SIRA will introduce you to my foster mom so we can meet. I would love that!
We'll also keep you updated on Ares's adoption status with email updates.
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Ares

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium) Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 4 yrs 1 mo
Columbus, OH
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet handome Ares! He is a very sweet boy who is looking for his perfect family! He is four and a half years old and is a pretty petite boy! He is a very goofy boy who gets cold very easily so he loves to wear sweaters! He is a very laidback pup who loves to nap on the couch all morning! He loves to watch the TV with you but hates any dogs on screen or anything that could possibly be a dog. Ares isn’t much into chew toys but loves a good treat! Bully sticks are his favorite! Ares is currently working through relearning his basic recall commands and building his confidence. He will need a patience and positive reinforcement to help in this process. He is crate trained but not comfortable to stay in for long periods of time, but is perfectly fine loose in the house alone and does well. He would have to meet a kitty before living with one. He was very curious with the one he met, so that would depend on the cat. Ares is barrier reactive so anyone walking by an outdoor fence or through a gate that he can see will trigger him. He will need some positive reinformcent and redirection with this behavior. Ares has grown up in a dog daycare and is perfectly fine in a group setting. One on one encounters will need to be taken slowly as he can get protective of his humans. He is not comfortable around cats or children and will need work in those areas to be able to settle down around them. He would do best in a house with older children. He loves to go for walks and would be the best adventure buddy! He will need continued confidence building and redirection at times with his leash manners.       The perfect forever home would be a home that his new family would continue and follow through with his training needs . He deserves the best new family, and his handsome face will melt your heart! He would do amazing in a home with another confident dog to show him around and make him more comfortable! He loves all of his All Paws retreat friends and family AND it would be amazing if his new family would continue to bring him. If you would like to meet this handsome boy, please apply to meet him at PetPromise.org
We'll also keep you updated on Renly's adoption status with email updates.
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Renly

Corgi Golden Retriever

Male, Adult
Hilliard, OH
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Renly is a very loving boy, he loves to cuddle and spend time around people. We got him from a local animal shelter as a young dog, and he has been with us ever sense. Renly is 9 years old and does well around other animals. Unfortunately due to my illness I need to spend increasingly long periods of time away from home and I do not feel that it is fair to him to be alone so often as he is acting out due to being alone. He has issues guarding treats and needs to be introduced to new people outside his home as he will pee and is a little scared of new people being in his space. He has had recent dental surgery, which removed a few of his teeth but he doesn't need to be on a special diet and does well with typical dry food.
We'll also keep you updated on Francis's adoption status with email updates.
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Francis

Great Pyrenees Collie

Female, 8 mos
Columbus, OH
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs special attention, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Francis acts like a true Pyrenees, she is sweet, docile and cuddly! She is doing well in her crate and getting close to being potty trained. She loves to chew on a good stick, and lounge with her people. Francis has an undiagnosed medical mystery. She arrived with a slight limp and has progressed to losing most function of hind legs. We have ruled out bone issue, and are waiting to see a neurologist. If you are still interested in adopting after her diagnosis, please message! If you can help towards her care or follow her story; please visit https://gofund.me/5fdad483
We'll also keep you updated on Babygirl's adoption status with email updates.
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Babygirl

American Pit Bull Terrier Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, Senior
Columbus, OH
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Babygirl has been my emotional support animal since I got her 12 years ago. Unfortunately my subsidiary housing management wont accept the paperwork necessary to keep her so they are threatening eviction if I dont get rid of her. It breaks my heart to have to let her go, but I have to choose between her or homelessness. She’s a really good, quiet, chill girl. She is 12 ( Senior) so sometimes she has accidents she is unable to control. She cannot jump on beds or anything like she used to so she mostly just lays in her soft little plush bed. She likes kibbles n bits mini bits and she will play with toys sometimes. She loves slim Jim’s as a snack. She loves people. She may not have very much time left on her hands but I would love for her to have a loving family or shelter to carry her through to the end.
We'll also keep you updated on Baxter & Billy Bob's adoption status with email updates.
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Baxter & Billy Bob

Poodle (Standard) Newfoundland

Male, Senior
Columbus, OH
Size
(when grown) X-Large 101 lbs (46 kg) or more
Details
Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
This is for two dogs that are brothers. They come from the same litter. Baxter is the brown one and Billy Bob is the black and white. We have temporarily taken them in as their owners are elderly and had to move to assisted living. They enjoy spending time outside and each other's company. They also enjoy napping. They are house trained but we do keep them in a secured room to avoid any accidents. They are not used to going on very many leash walks and need some practice with this. They have done well with boarding when needed. They do very well at the vet and are updated on all vaccines.

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Mittens for Kittens Rescue

Columbus, OH 43212

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Hand Me Down Dobes, Inc

Columbus, OH 43212

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Buckeye Pet Partners

Columbus, OH 43212

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits

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A Brighter Day Animal Rescue League

P.O. Box 14873, Columbus, OH 43214

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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PetPromise, Inc.

PO Box 14802, Columbus, OH 43214

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Pets Without Parents Columbus

629 Oakland Park Avenue, Columbus, OH 43214

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Italian Greyhound Rescue of Ohio

5103 Cavalier Dr, Hilliard, OH 43026

Pet Types: dogs

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