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

Labrador Retriever

Male, Adult
Watertown, SD
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Ollie is an approximate 3 year old male lab mix. He was saved at the last minute from being euthanized. Ollie will weigh around 60 pounds full grown. Ollie does well with other dogs but sometimes can be annoying and in the face of others. Ollie does get a bit jealous of others if they are receiving attention and he is not and will try and push his way in, but he's learned that there is plenty of attention to go around and will wait for it. Ollie generally leaves the cat siblings alone, although he has chased them from time to time. Ollie loves people and is always happy to make new friends. Ollie is a young boy who has plenty of energy. He is not currently living with kids, but is friendly towards them albeit a bit clumsy at times. With continued training and rules, he would do well with kids. He loves to give kisses. Ollie needs to have daily exercise and structure. He's a medium energy boy who loves to go! He loves playtime in the yard but thrives with structured walks and training. Ollie is working hard on basic manners and obedience. Ollie would make a fantastic hiking partner! Ollie is vet checked, vaccinated, neutered, heartworm tested negative, microchipped, and current on flea/tick/heartworm preventatives. His adoption donation fee is $300.00
We'll also keep you updated on Thor's adoption status with email updates.
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Thor

German Shepherd Dog Siberian Husky

Male, Adult
Watertown, SD
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
***ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS*** Thor is a handsome 3-4 year old Shepherd/Malamute type mix. He is a big tall boy with long legs and weighs approximately 75-80 pounds. Thor does well with most dogs - both large and small. He can be vocal and will occasionally bark in their faces (which a few don't appreciate). He's fairly mellow with bursts of energy. Thor has been fostered with cats previously and done fine, however, he's not currently with any cats at this time. Thor will occasionally chase the cats he's seen, so a dog-savvy cat would be best if you have one! Thor does great meeting new people and wants to give love to everyone he meets! He is super sweet and will sit nicely for treats. He has been around kids as young as 2 and done remarkable well - although occasionally he does forget his size and has bumped into the kids a bit hard on accident. Thor is kennel trained and has not had any accidents when lose in the house. He does well in a baby gated area or his kennel while his fosters are gone. He loves a good chew bone or treat filled kong to keep him busy while you're gone. Thor walks fairly well on the leash and knows how to sit, come, and is working on lay down. He's a smart boy and likes to please, but does have a stubborn streak to him at times. Thor has started on his vaccinations, is neutered, heartworm tested negative, microchipped, and current on his flea/tick/heartworm/deworming protocols. His adoption donation fee is $300.00
We'll also keep you updated on Duke's adoption status with email updates.
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Duke

Labrador Retriever Boxer

Male, Young
Watertown, SD
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs special attention, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
***ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS*** Duke is male 1–2-year-old Lab/Bully type mix. He does well with most dogs. Duke has been around cats but isn’t currently living with any. Duke has some anxiety meeting new people and will need a strong leader who’s willing to continue his training. He does best with men and is slow to warm up to women. He would do best in a home with older kids who can assist with training. Duke is medium to high energy and needs daily exercise a couple times a day. Duke has been vet checked, neutered, up to date on vaccinations, and is current on his flea/tick/heartworm preventatives. Duke's adoption donation fee is $300.00.
We'll also keep you updated on Hunter's adoption status with email updates.
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Hunter

German Shepherd Dog

Male, Adult
Watertown, SD
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,
Story
***ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS*** Hunter is a young 1-2 year old male German Shepherd mix. He is shorter in stature and weighs approximately 45 pounds. He is considered full grown. Hunter does well with other dogs. He prefers more laid back pups, but does well with slow introductions. He loves zoomies and loves when others join him! Hunter will do best without cat friends in his new home as he's a bit too interested in them. Hunter is friendly boy and does well when going out on errands. He can be a bit unsure when first approached by strangers, but he warms up quickly with treats and sweet words! Hunter has been around some children, but it's been limited. With correct leadership and training, he would do well with kids. Hunter prefers to eat his food separately from others so he doesn't have to worry about them stealing any of his goodies. He is good about taking treats. He is great on the leash when going on walks by himself, but if you try to walk him with others, he tries to pull so he can be the leader! Hunter can be a ball of energy at times and would be considered medium to higher energy and needs daily exercise. He does also enjoy curling up on the couch and having a good snuggle time while watching movies too! Hunter has been vet checked, started on his vaccinations, neutered, heartworm tested negative, and is current on his flea/tick/heartworm/deworming protocols. Hunter's adoption donation fee is $300.
We'll also keep you updated on Spook's adoption status with email updates.
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Spook

American Pit Bull Terrier Jack Russell Terrier

Male, Young
Watertown, SD
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,
Story
***ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS*** Spook is a small stout little boy who’s believed to be a Pittie mix – likely with something smaller. He’s very short in statue but very stocky. He’s approximately 12 months old and currently approximately 30 -35 pounds and still growing. Spook is good with other dogs, both large and small. He loves to grab at their legs and wrestle with them. He is good at following cues the others give him and will back off when they’ve had enough. Spook does well with cats. He is cautious but will occasionally try and play with them until they hiss/swat at him. Spook loves to meet people and warms up quickly to new faces. He has learned to sit for attention and walks very nicely on a loose leash. He needs a few reminders when he gets excited to not pull, but for the most part he’s mastered the walking! He loves to check out new places and enjoys carrying toys around in his mouth. He loves the heavy duty chews and the toys that squeak. Spook is kennel trained and used to kenneling overnight. He does well with house training on a schedule, but needs to be watched for signs to go out as he doesn’t let you know in an obvious manner (he gets snoopy and paces but doesn’t come up to you to go out). Spook is up to date on vaccinations, microchipped, and current on flea/tick/heartworm preventatives. He is too young to heartworm test, but has been on preventatives his whole time with rescue. Spook is not yet neutered but will be prior to heading to his new home. Spook’s adoption donation fee is $300.00.
We'll also keep you updated on Reya's adoption status with email updates.
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Reya

German Shepherd Dog Siberian Husky

Female, Young
Watertown, SD
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,
Story
Raya was born approximately November 18, 2023 and is considered a husky mix. Her DNA results showed 11 different breeds with 41% being husky. 30% guard breeds, 27% herding breeds and 2% sporting. Raya does well with other dogs and prefers to have a confident dog in the house to learn from. She is a bit shy at first but warms up quickly and loves everyone! She does well with cats and tries to play with them – if they swat/hiss at her, she will respect them and leave them be. Raya is a medium energy girl and loves to go for walks, but she’s also good at snuggling!

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Brookings Regional Humane Society

120 West 2nd Street South, Brookings, SD 57006

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

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Giles Dog Rescue

123 6th Ave SE, Pipestone, MN 56164

Pet Types: dogs

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Glacial Lakes Humane Society and Shelter

1305 6th Ave N.W., P.O. Box 1701 , Watertown, SD 57201

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Sarah's Treasures Rescue

708 9th Ave SE #170, Watertown, SD 57201

Pet Types: dogs

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FurKids Midwest Animal Rescue

PO Box 773, Crooks, SD 57020

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Sioux Empire Pit Bull Rescue

PO Box 2321, Sioux Falls, SD 57101

Pet Types: dogs

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