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Puppies and dogs in Erie, Pennsylvania

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Erie, Pennsylvania. 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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Guinness

Mutt

Male, Senior
Fairview, PA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs special attention, Needs experienced adopter, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
We have had Guinness since 2016 and rescued him from a shelter. He is a very loyal and loving dog, but having a young child has made us aware that our home is no longer a good fit for us and him. Guinness needs a home with older children or no kids, and needs to be the only dog. He is fine with cats. Guinness has very bad anxiety and has to be crated if leaving the home and cannot be left by himself otherwise he will pee and poop in the house because of anxiety. He needs a home that is calm, where a family can give him the love and adoration that is needed for him to flourish, he would do best with alot of attention, and gentleness. Guinness is also on anxiety medication. Guinness also needs to be in a yard that has a fence otherwise he will take off, if not he could be a great country dog but would need monitored and watched.
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Etta

American Staffordshire Terrier

Female, Adult
Wattsburg, PA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Etta about just over 2 years old, was told she was 6 weeks old on 1/15/23. We have had her since 1/19/23. Spayed, microchip, lifetime license current on shots, good with people and other pets. She is very food motivated and learns quickly,knows basic commands. She likes cats but ours isn't a fan of her.She is a very athletic dog, an active owner and room to run would be perfect! Etta is sweet, goofy, playful dog and deserves a home she that has time and room for her to perfect her athletic abilities.. Rehoming fee negotiable, we just really want her to have a good home. She does have mild environmental allergies and has had vaccines reactions.
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Charlee Paws-In-Prison GRADUATE!

Hound (Unknown Type)

Female, 4 yrs 7 mos
Union City, PA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Not good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Paws-In-Prison Program GRADUATE! Meet Charlee, the canine Einstein! This super happy-go-lucky graduate is so well-trained, she practically has a PhD in obedience. Her inmate trainers had a blast teaching her because Charlee LOVES to learn and shows off her tricks with pride. Charlee has a bit of a picky side when it comes to other dogs, but give her a few meet-and-greets, and she'll be wagging tails in no time. She's had some exposure to cats, kittens, other dogs, and little kids, but that was a while ago. Also, this girl loves to zoom around, so a fenced-in yard is a must! Here's Charlee's impressive resume from her time behind bars: - **House Trained** - **Crate Trained** - **Sit** - **Lay** - **Stand** - **Heel** - **Loose Leash Walking** - **Changing Paces & Directions WITH You** - **Recall to the Front with an Auto-Sit** - **Recall with a Park It (Circles Around You, Then Sits at Your Side)** - **Place** - **Watch Me** - **Speak** - **Leave It** - **Touch** - **Up** - **Down** - **Take It** - **Drop It** - **Wait** - **Back Up** - **Roll Over** - **Cross Paws** - **Kennel Up** - **Chin Rest** - **Take a Bow** - **Say Your Prayers** - **Greeting a Stranger** - **Two Up** All these skills are performed with distance, duration, and distractions, making Charlee an obedience superstar! Because of her advanced training, her new adopter MUST attend training sessions to learn how to communicate with her properly. We've put a ton of work into Charlee's training, and we want to make sure she keeps learning and shining. Charlee is a sweet, loving dog who doesn't demand constant attention. She enjoys cuddles but usually in short, sweet bursts. Consider yourself extremely lucky if you're chosen to be Charlee's forever human! -We only place dogs in homes that meet THEIR needs. -Be sure to visit our Facebook page for additional pictures and information on our rescues! Canine Partners Program Inc. -We can NOT guarantee breed or breed mix. We have limited info on the rescues background and only guess or use info given to us by previous owner. -Change in environment can change behaviors therefore, we can NOT guarantee personality, temperament, likes and dislikes! -Our dogs are fully vetted. This includes spay or neuter, age-appropriate vaccinations, rabies, microchipped, Heartworm and Lyme tested, worming, flea treatments, Heartworm prevention started, and any other medical care needed. -Our adoption fee also includes 6-week group obedience class (value $125.) -If adopting a puppy underage, we cover spay/neuter at 6 months. -Paws-in- Prison dogs will not be ready for their new families until they complete their training program. Apply now for your highly trained Prison Dog! -To apply and learn about the adoption process visit our website: https://caninepartnersprograminc.org/adoptables-%26-application -Click Adoption tab- Read about our adoption process and requirements then complete the adoption application by clicking on the rescues face. Their info will pop up with an application button. -Canine Partners Program, giving dogs a second chance at a happy life with our rehabilitation program! Thank YOU for considering giving them their happy home they deserve!
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Thelma

German Shepherd Dog

Female, 6 yrs 7 mos
Union City, PA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Not good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Help Thelma and Louise Find Their Forever Home! Imagine waiting for years, hoping someone will choose you, only to be overlooked time and time again. This is the heartbreaking reality for Thelma and Louise, a bonded mom and pup duo who desperately need a second chance. These girls are absolutely gorgeous and incredibly sweet! Thelma, the loving mama, and Louise, her playful pup, have been through so much together and deserve a forever home where they can finally feel safe and loved. We don't know much about their past since we weren't their original rescue, but we do know they came to us completely emaciated-skin over bones. It took a solid month for them to slowly gain the weight they needed. Despite their struggles, they remained the sweetest girls, showing nothing but love to everyone they met. Thelma is very house trained and super friendly with everybody she meets. Louise, her loyal pup, is slightly shy at first but warms up quickly! They absolutely adore each other and must be adopted together. We will NOT separate them under any circumstances. Thelma needs a home with a solid privacy fence and no neighboring dogs. Louise just a sweet, loving pup who wants to be by her mama's side. We are committed to helping any potential adopters meet the criteria needed to create a safe space for Thelma and Louise. If you're willing to open your heart and home to these amazing dogs but are worried about meeting the requirements, Canine Partners is here to assist in any way we can. Thelma and Louise have been waiting for years. They are incredibly sweet, loving dogs who deserve a second chance. Please, help us find them the forever home they so desperately need. They've been through so much, but with your love and patience, they can finally have the life they deserve. Will you be the one to give these beautiful girls their happily ever after? **Contact Canine Partners today to learn more about adopting Thelma and Louise.** ADOPTION FEE IS WAIVED FOR BOTH!! -We only place dogs in homes that meet THEIR needs. -Be sure to visit our Facebook page for additional pictures and information on our rescues! Canine Partners Program Inc. -We can NOT guarantee breed or breed mix. We have limited info on the rescues background and only guess or use info given to us by previous owner. -Change in environment can change behaviors therefore, we can NOT guarantee personality, temperament, likes and dislikes! -Our dogs are fully vetted. This includes spay or neuter, age-appropriate vaccinations, rabies, microchipped, Heartworm and Lyme tested, worming, flea treatments, Heartworm prevention started, and any other medical care needed. -Our adoption fee also includes 6-week group obedience class (value $125.) -If adopting a puppy underage, we cover spay/neuter at 6 months. -Paws-in- Prison dogs will not be ready for their new families until they complete their training program. Apply now for your highly trained Prison Dog! -To apply and learn about the adoption process visit our website: https://caninepartnersprograminc.org/adoptables-%26-application -Click Adoption tab- Read about our adoption process and requirements then complete the adoption application by clicking on the rescues face. Their info will pop up with an application button. -Canine Partners Program, giving dogs a second chance at a happy life with our rehabilitation program! Thank YOU for considering giving them their happy home they deserve!
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Louise

German Shepherd Dog

Female, 5 yrs 7 mos
Union City, PA
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Not good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Help Thelma and Louise Find Their Forever Home! Imagine waiting for years, hoping someone will choose you, only to be overlooked time and time again. This is the heartbreaking reality for Thelma and Louise, a bonded mom and pup duo who desperately need a second chance. These girls are absolutely gorgeous and incredibly sweet! Thelma, the loving mama, and Louise, her playful pup, have been through so much together and deserve a forever home where they can finally feel safe and loved. We don't know much about their past since we weren't their original rescue, but we do know they came to us completely emaciated-skin over bones. It took a solid month for them to slowly gain the weight they needed. Despite their struggles, they remained the sweetest girls, showing nothing but love to everyone they met. Thelma is very house trained and super friendly with everybody she meets. Louise, her loyal pup, is slightly shy at first but warms up quickly! They absolutely adore each other and must be adopted together. We will NOT separate them under any circumstances. Thelma needs a home with a solid privacy fence and no neighboring dogs. Louise just a sweet, loving pup who wants to be by her mama's side. We are committed to helping any potential adopters meet the criteria needed to create a safe space for Thelma and Louise. If you're willing to open your heart and home to these amazing dogs but are worried about meeting the requirements, Canine Partners is here to assist in any way we can. Thelma and Louise have been waiting for years. They are incredibly sweet, loving dogs who deserve a second chance. Please, help us find them the forever home they so desperately need. They've been through so much, but with your love and patience, they can finally have the life they deserve. Will you be the one to give these beautiful girls their happily ever after? **Contact Canine Partners today to learn more about adopting Thelma and Louise.** ADOPTION FEE IS WAIVED FOR BOTH!! -We only place dogs in homes that meet THEIR needs. -Be sure to visit our Facebook page for additional pictures and information on our rescues! Canine Partners Program Inc. -We can NOT guarantee breed or breed mix. We have limited info on the rescues background and only guess or use info given to us by previous owner. -Change in environment can change behaviors therefore, we can NOT guarantee personality, temperament, likes and dislikes! -Our dogs are fully vetted. This includes spay or neuter, age-appropriate vaccinations, rabies, microchipped, Heartworm and Lyme tested, worming, flea treatments, Heartworm prevention started, and any other medical care needed. -Our adoption fee also includes 6-week group obedience class (value $125.) -If adopting a puppy underage, we cover spay/neuter at 6 months. -Paws-in- Prison dogs will not be ready for their new families until they complete their training program. Apply now for your highly trained Prison Dog! -To apply and learn about the adoption process visit our website: https://caninepartnersprograminc.org/adoptables-%26-application -Click Adoption tab- Read about our adoption process and requirements then complete the adoption application by clicking on the rescues face. Their info will pop up with an application button. -Canine Partners Program, giving dogs a second chance at a happy life with our rehabilitation program! Thank YOU for considering giving them their happy home they deserve!
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Pair Me Up Pup

Mixed Breed (Large) Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female 7 yrs 11 mos
Union City, PA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Just complete the adoption application and when we think we have your perfect pup then we will contact you! -We only place dogs in homes that meet THEIR needs. -Be sure to visit our Facebook page for additional pictures and information on our rescues! Canine Partners Program Inc. -We can NOT guarantee breed or breed mix. We have limited info on the rescues background and only guess or use info given to us by previous owner. -Change in environment can change behaviors therefore, we can NOT guarantee personality, temperament, likes and dislikes! -Our dogs are fully vetted. This includes spay or neuter, age-appropriate vaccinations, rabies, microchipped, Heartworm and Lyme tested, worming, flea treatments, Heartworm prevention started, and any other medical care needed. -Our adoption fee also includes 6-week group obedience class (value $125.) -If adopting a puppy underage, we cover spay/neuter at 6 months. -Paws-in- Prison dogs will not be ready for their new families until they complete their training program. Apply now for your highly trained Prison Dog! -To apply and learn about the adoption process visit our website: https://caninepartnersprograminc.org/adoptables-%26-application -Click Adoption tab- Read about our adoption process and requirements then complete the adoption application by clicking on the rescues face. Their info will pop up with an application button. -Canine Partners Program, giving dogs a second chance at a happy life with our rehabilitation program! Thank YOU for considering giving them their happy home they deserve!

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Humane Society of Northwestern Pennsylvania

418 West 38th Street, Erie, PA 16508

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Chautauqua County Humane Society - Pets at Erie PetSmart

7451 Peach St, inside PetSmart, Erie, PA 16509

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

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Criter Haven

7091 Ediboo road, Erie, PA 16509

Pet Types: dogs

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NBRAN Maine

Erie, PA 16510

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Ana's Safe Haven Rescue - CT

New Haven, CT 16510

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NBRAN Pennsylvania

Erie, PA 16510

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The A.N.N.A. Shelter, Inc

1555 East 10th Street, Erie, PA 16511

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

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Happy Bark

PO Box 9062, Erie, PA 16505

Pet Types: dogs

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Because You Care, Inc.

6041 West Road, McKean, PA 16426

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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French Creek Animal Rescue

13869 Route 19S, Waterford, PA 16441

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits

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