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We'll also keep you updated on Sheldon (Neutered)'s adoption status with email updates.
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Sheldon (Neutered)

Labrador Retriever Pit Bull Terrier

Male, Adult
Marietta, OH
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Sheldon is a handsome 3-1/2 year old male Chocolate Labrador Retriever/Pit Bull Terrier mix who was brought to the HSOV on November 22, 2022 by the Washington County Ohio Dog Warden who picked him up on State Route 555 in the Cutler Ohio area. Sheldon was wearing an orange/silver reflective collar but there was neither an id tag nor a dog tag on his collar .. And he was not microchipped. Sheldon has a chocolate brown short smooth coat with a white bib on his neck/chest, a long tail, and an adorable face with expressive brown eyes, a milk chocolate nose, and short floppy ears . Sheldon has a friendly, easygoing personality and enjoyed his 15-minutes of fame when HSOV Humane Officer Fredley Tynan spent time with him for his outdoor photo session. There was an after-hours dog walk in progress, and Sheldon was very curious about other dogs that he saw being walked in the distant and seemed to want to make their acquaintance. He also 'perked up' when he saw cars being driven into the parking lot as though he expected his owner to coming to look for him. Sheldon appears to be housetrained. Sheldon weighs 59.4 lbs and walks fairly well on a leash. He has a slim trim physique and could easily carry a few more pounds. In compliance with the Ohio Revised Code, Sheldon was held for three days so that his family would have an opportunity to reclaim him with proof of ownership. Since Sheldon was not reclaimed, he was neutered on January 11, 2023 and was also given rabies vaccine. Sheldon was adopted on March 25, 2023 but was returned a week or so later because he was nervous around babies (and perhaps with toddlers/small children) and shows his fear by growling, so we recommend that Sheldon be placed in a home with adults or older children. He is truly a fantastic lovable dog who will be a terrific companion with his new family. We've also learned that Sheldon does NOT do well with cats, so he should not be placed in a home where he would have contact with them. Sheldon appears to do ok with most other dogs.
We'll also keep you updated on Harlem (Spayed)'s adoption status with email updates.
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Harlem (Spayed)

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Female, Adult
Marietta, OH
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Harlem is a beautiful 10-month old female Terrier mix who was surrendered by her owner on May 24, 2023 because she was no longer in a position to take care of Harlem. Harlem has a black short smooth coat with subtle gray shading, a large white bib on her chest, white paws, a long tail, and an adorable face with dark brown eyes, a black/charcoal gray nose, and short floppy ears. When her owner surrendered Harlem, we were advised that Harlem would prefer to be an 'only child' since didn't do well with children, cats, and other dogs. (Note: After being in our shelter for many months, Harlem has been actually been doing ok with other dogs.) Harlem has been kept indoors and is housebroken. This young lady was naturally very scared/nervous when she entered our shelter in May 2023 and found herself in an unfamiliar place with people that she did not know. Our kind kennel techs have made sure that Harlem realized that she was in a safe place and that they would give her unconditional love while she waits her new home. Harlem weighs 54.6 lbs. She doesn't appear to have been accustomed to walking on a leash, so our HSOV kennel techs began working with her on leash training while these photos were taken later in the afternoon on May 24, 2023. Harlem was spayed on June 13, 2023 and was also given rabies vaccine. Since her owner later changed her mind about surrendering Harlem, she was held as 'safe-keeping' in hopes that Harlem could return home. Update 8/6/2024: Harlem is now available for adoption and is looking for a loving home. HSOV kennel techs and volunteers have provided some of their experiences with Harlem that we will share in order to help her find the perfect home: April 2024: Harlem's "play style" is varied (rough & rowdy; push & pull; gentle & dainty). She is a "mirror dog" (tends to mimic what other dogs around her are doing), and she is a good "helper dog". August 2024: Harlem has attended off-site walks. She rides well in a car and is friendly with other dogs on the walk. She is a little unsure of strangers who approach her on the walking trail but is easily redirected. Harlem is very loving and comfortable with her handler. She loves the 'water stream/creek' and jumps right in to walk in the water. Harlem would love to be back in a home of her very own with a special someone who would have the patience to adjust on her own schedule and to reach her full potential.
We'll also keep you updated on Betty (Empty-Nester)'s adoption status with email updates.
Bonded Pair
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Betty (Empty-Nester)

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, Adult
Marietta, OH
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Betty is a beautiful 3-1/2 year old female American Pit Bull Terrier mix who was brought to the HSOV on August 2, 2023 by a Good Samaritan who found her on Brandy Drive in Marietta Ohio. Betty was accompanied by her best friend Veronica who is most likely her sister. Neither Betty nor Veronica were wearing a collar, and they were not microchipped. Betty has a black short smooth coat with an over-sized white bib on her chest, a long tail, and a pretty face with a narrow white stripe on her forehead, a chubby muzzle, and short floppy ears. Betty was 'in a family way' when she entered our shelter and is very pregnant. We anticipate that she will be giving birth to several babies in the near future. Her bestie/sister Veronica is the self-appointed mid-wife since she is always as close to Betty as possible. Betty weighs 75 lbs. Thanks to HSOV Volunteer Tracy Moore for taking Betty & Veronica outdoors (together of course) so that they could have updated glamour photos taken on August 11th. We had taken preliminary photos in their kennel a few days after they arrived, and they were snuggled up close to each other on their large blanket-covered kuranda bed. We had late-breaking news soon after we posted Betty's Petfinder 'baby bump' photos on the evening of August 13, 2023 and will include a birth announcement: Betty gave birth to six healthy puppies. All of the babies and momma Betty are doing well ... And "Aunt Veronica" is also doing well. UPDATE: Four of Betty's babies survived but, sadly, two of the puppies passed away during the month of September 2023. Her four remaining puppies (Curie, Einstein, Franklin, and Newton) have thrived and are happy, playful youngsters who will soon be leaving for their new homes. Betty has been separated from her puppies, and she is ready to begin the next chapter of her life. She will be spayed in the near future and will soon be looking for a fabulous home of her very own. Betty was spayed on September 9, 2024 and was also given rabies vaccine.
We'll also keep you updated on Veronica (Spayed)'s adoption status with email updates.
Bonded Pair
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Veronica (Spayed)

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, Adult
Marietta, OH
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Veronica is a beautiful 3-1/2 year old female American Pit Bull Terrier mix who was brought to the HSOV on August 2, 2023 by a Good Samaritan who found her on Brandy Drive in Marietta Ohio. Veronica was accompanied by her best friend Betty who is most likely her sister. Neither Veronica nor Betty were wearing a collar, and they were not microchipped. Veronica has a black short smooth coat with a small patch of white on her chest and belly, a long tail, and a sweet face with dark brown eyes, a black button nose on her slender muzzle, and large floppy ears. Veronica & Betty have been kept together since entering our shelter since they depend upon each other for companionship and a sense of security. Betty was 'in a family way' when she entered our shelter and is very pregnant. We anticipate that she will be giving birth to several babies in the near future. Veronica is the self-appointed mid-wife since she is always as close to Betty as possible. Veronica weighs 50 lbs. She doesn't appear to have been accustomed to walking on a leash but made a noble effort with her best friend Betty by her side. Veronica has a gentle, rather shy, personality. Thanks to HSOV Volunteer Tracy Moore for taking Veronica & Betty outdoors (together of course) so that they could have updated glamour photos taken on August 11th. We had taken preliminary photos in their kennel a few days after they arrived, and they were snuggled up close to each other on their large blanket-covered kuranda bed. In compliance with the Ohio Revised Code, Veronica was held for three days so that her family would have an opportunity to reclaim her with proof of ownership .. But nobody called or came looking for Veronica or Betty. Veronica will be spayed before being adopted by her new family. UPDATE: We had late-breaking news soon after we posted Betty's Petfinder 'baby bump' photos on the evening of August 13, 2023 and will include a birth announcement: Betty gave birth to six healthy puppies. All of the babies and momma Betty are doing well ... And "Aunt Veronica" is also doing well. Update .. Veronica was spayed on August 6, 2024 and was also given rabies vaccine.
We'll also keep you updated on Kim (Spayed)'s adoption status with email updates.
Special Needs
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Kim (Spayed)

American Pit Bull Terrier Hound (Unknown Type)

Female, Adult
Marietta, OH
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Needs special attention, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Kim is a beautiful 2-year old female Pit Bull Terrier/Hound mix who was brought to the HSOV on September 19, 2023 during the overnight- or early morning hours and placed in one of our outside kennels near the front of the shelter building. We don't know if she was an owner surrender or if perhaps someone found her and left her there for her well-being. Kim was not wearing a collar, and she was not microchipped. This gorgeous girl has a black-and-white short smooth coat, white paws, a long tail, and an adorable symmetrically-marked face with soulful brown eyes, a milk chocolate nose, and short floppy ears. Kim's coat has a subtle dark brown shading which is noticeable when she is in the bright sunshine. Kim was understandably a very frightened girl after being left alone in an unfamiliar place with people that she did not yet realize were her new best friends who were giving her unconditional love. These glamour photos of Kim were taken on September 19th 2023 when HSOV Volunteer/Board Member Tracy Moore accompanied her outdoors late in the afternoon. Tracy has gained Kim's trust and kept looking to her for guidance and reassurance while she posed for pictures. Kim loved hearing soft 'baby talk' and hearing what a 'good girl' she was. Kim had the sweetest yet most heartbreaking facial expressions when she looked at Tracy and our photographer with sadness in her eyes. Kim weighs 67 lbs. She didn't appear to have had any walking-on-a-leash experience but she made a noble effort thanks to encourage from Tracy (and even 'jogged' in step with Tracy as they headed back inside the shelter to her kennel). In compliance with the Ohio Revised Code, Kim was held for three days so that her family would have an opportunity to reclaim her. Sadly nobody called or came looking for this beautiful girl. UPDATE: We temporarily listed Kim as 'Special Needs' since she tested positive for Lyme Disease and Ehrlichia (tick borne infections) on September 21, 2023 and was given given antibiotics. Kim is negative for Heartworm and Anaplasma. Kim was spayed on October 1, 2024 and was also given rabies vaccine.
We'll also keep you updated on Spice (Neutered)'s adoption status with email updates.
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Spice (Neutered)

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, Adult
Marietta, OH
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Spice is a handsome 2-1/2 year old male American Pit Bull Terrier mix who was found on Colegate Drive in Marietta Ohio around 10:30am on the morning of October 31, 2023. Fortunately for Spice, a Good Samaritan was able to persuade him to accompany her to the safety of our shelter and away from the busy road where he was roaming around. Spice was not wearing a collar, and he was not microchipped. Spice has a dark brown/brindle-and-white short smooth coat, a long tail, and a beautiful symmetrically-marked face with dark brown eyes, a dark chocolate nose, and short floppy ears. This big boy was understandably very nervous when he was brought to the HSOV. It broke our hearts to see how scared and terrified he truly was. Our compassionate staff and kennel techs are doing their best to calm his fears and to help him realize he is among friends who care about him. These photos of Spice were taken after hours on the evening of October 31, 2023 when HSOV Executive Director Amy Rogers and HSOV Volunteer/Board Member Tracy Lynn Moore teamed up to spend time with Spice and to accompany him for a short walk in order to begin gaining his trust. Our photographer stayed a safe distance away and snapped his pictures 'from afar' so as not to make Spice nervous or feel that he was being pursued. Spice is a friendly boy but tends to be reactive. Spice weighs 55 lbs and has already been neutered. We hope that someone will recognize this boy and help us reunite him with his family. In compliance with the Ohio Revised Code, Spice was held for three days so that his family would have an opportunity to reclaim him with proof of ownership. Sadly, nobody called or came looking for Spice.

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Humane Society of Parkersburg

530 29th Street, Parkersburg, WV 26101

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Animal Rescue of Parkersburg

2410 Plum St, Parkersburg, WV 26101

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Senior Moments Weimaraners - WV

Parkersburg, WV 26101

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VCA Dudley Animal Hospital

3200 Dudley Ave, Parkersburg, WV 26104

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Wv German Shepherd Rescue Co-Op

Parkersburg, WV 26104

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Humane Society of the Ohio Valley

90 Mt. Tom Road, Marietta, OH 45750

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Pioneer City Friends of Greyhounds

130 Rauch Drive, Marietta, OH 45750

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A Voice For The Voiceless Animal Rescue Team

35 Maple Street, Newport, OH 45768

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Pleasants County Humane Society

2709 North Pleasants Highway, 669 Pike Road, St. Marys, WV 26170

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Pleasants County Humane Society Dog Shelter

669 Pike Rd., 2709 North Pleasants Hwy. / P.O. Box 110, St. Marys, WV 26170

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