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Puppies and dogs in Waukesha, Wisconsin

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Waukesha, Wisconsin. 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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ADIRI

German Shepherd Dog

Female, 2 yrs 8 mos
Lansing, MI
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Adira was found running at large in Memphis and was subsequently brought to a veterinary clinic by a kind MPD Officer. She was severely emaciated and scared. “Addie” as she has come to be known, quickly made herself at home at her Foster’s farm while she gained weight and recuperated. She is now around 65 pounds and estimated to be 2-3 years old. Addie loves to play ball, go on long walks through the woods, run, ride in cars, and snuggle. She is wonderful for baths, tolerates nail trims, and more than anything, just wants to be anywhere her human is. Although she is high energy when the opportunity presents itself, Addie would make a suitable apartment dog for someone who works from home. Her foster family works from home and she spends the entire workday snuggled on her bed beside her foster mom while she works. Addie is kennel trained, but she is a large dog and would not be suited for kenneling all day while family or individual works. Addie will do best with an active lifestyle and plenty of time for play. She does need to be the only dog as she is an alpha female and does not share her humans or her territory. Addie is deeply loyal and very protective. She is friendly to new people if her person is friendly to them. Once adopted she will travel via private transport Rescue Vet (transport cost is $160.00) to a location closest to you. If you would like to make this wonderful girl part of your family please follow the link below to our application. https://forms.gle/APKvbgFJcaRvgKgk9
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HAPPI😊

Dutch Shepherd Collie

Male, 10 mos
Lansing, MI
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
THIS GUY! Wow! He has come a LONG away since he's been in our care. He was scheduled for euthanasia simply because they were out of room. He and his brother Happy. So a Good Samaritan pulled them both and spared them from certain death. They have been amazing, becoming very social because they have been attending doggy daycare everyday and receiving hands in one on one professional training! Captain is approx 7-8 months old. He's shy at first around new things but warms up quickly. He is kennel trained and house trained and it goes without saying he's dog friendly since he attends doggy daycare! He's super easy to get along with just needs a patient family because he is a bit shy at first around new things. He's with Kip and Michele in their home in Memphis, Tn. Once an application has been submitted and approved Kip, who has been working with Captain one on one for several months, will speak to you and tell you all about him. Transport cost is an additional $185. If you would like to make Captain a part of your family Please follow the link below to our adoption application . https://forms.gle/APKvbgFJcaRvgKgk9
We'll also keep you updated on JAX's adoption status with email updates.
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JAX

German Shepherd Dog Rhodesian Ridgeback

Male, 9 mos
Lansing, MI
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
Everyone meet Jax! This super sweet shy guy is one amazing pup with a huge heart. Jax is going to need someone very patient with him. He needs time to adjust. That’s all he needs is time and patience. He’s timid initially, but once warmed up, he steals the show and your heart at the same time. He would probably do better with someone with another dog. Jax is great with other dogs and puppies and they help him feel more comfortable which allows him to come out of his shell quicker. He loves walks and car rides!!! Jax has fostered with two of our fosters here in Memphis and they would both be happy to give you a little more information about him. We can’t wait to find him a wonderful home of his own so he can settle in and adjust for good. Once adopted, Jax will travel via RescueVet Transport to his new family. They travel each and every weekend from Memphis, Tennessee to the north east, delivering pups along the way as far north as West Greenwich, Rhode Island. Transport is an additional $185. If you would like to make this amazing guy part of your family please follow the link below to our adoption application. Our turnaround time is typically less than 24 hours so please be prepared before you submit your application. https://forms.gle/APKvbgFJcaRvgKgk9
We'll also keep you updated on GRETA🥰's adoption status with email updates.
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GRETA🥰

Dutch Shepherd Basenji

Female, 4 mos
Lansing, MI
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
Can we just stop for a second and talk about the undeniable cuteness of this little girl!!!!!! She's approx 4 months old and full or personality. She's in a foster home in Memphis Tn with Michele and many other dogs and lots of comings and goings so she's very well socialized and confident . She is kennel trained and enjoys the company of her siblings, learning to house train with the help of pee pads and she's also learning all about the doggy door. Wonderful with children, a very gentle and puppy like personality! We use a transport company called Rescue Vet Transport to get our pets from Memphis to the northeast! They travel each and every weekend delivering our adopted pets to the northeast . Transport fee is an additional $185. If you would like to make Greta a part of your family please follow the link below to our adoption application. https://forms.gle/APKvbgFJcaRvgKgk9
We'll also keep you updated on TUCKER💛's adoption status with email updates.
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TUCKER💛

Golden Retriever Labrador Retriever

Male, 6 mos
Lansing, MI
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
It goes without saying that this boy is stunningly beautiful ! But he's just as amazing on the inside as he is on the outside. Tucker is calm, gentle, loves affection, sweet, kind. Amazing it all humans and children. He's perfect with other dogs and would also do fine as an only puppy as long has he has children to play with. He's very easy going and laid back. He's kennel trained and house trained and currently with Michelle in her home as a foster in Memphis , Tn. We have two transport companies that run to the northeast every weekend. Leaving Memphis on Fridays and making stops along the way up as far north as West Greenwich RI. Transport is an additional $185.00. Once an application has been submitted and approved, Michele, his foster mom, would love to speak with you and tell you all about him, send videos, photos, etc. Please refrain from submitting your application until you're ready to welcome your new forever as you will find our volunteer team to be very responsive! https://forms.gle/APKvbgFJcaRvgKgk9
We'll also keep you updated on CAPTAIN👨‍✈️'s adoption status with email updates.
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CAPTAIN👨‍✈️

Belgian Shepherd Carolina Dog

Male, 1 yr 1 mo
Lansing, MI
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
This guy has been lucky enough to land the sweetest foster family who just so happens to double as a doggy daycare and training facility ! The best of both worlds! He's well socialized! Smart and has benefited from daily training! He attends doggy daycare daily . He has been exposed to many different dogs and has been wonderful! He's great with humans . House trained and kennel trained . Walks very nicely on lead . He would make a wonderful addition to any family. Would love daily walks or hikes . Currently, Captain is in a foster home in Memphis, Tennessee. He is neutered, up-to-date on vaccinations and heartworm negative. Once adopted, the Sky will travel with the transport company to the north east. Transport is an additional $185. They travel weekly to the north east making stops as far north as West Greenwich, Rhode Island delivering newly adopted pets. If you would like to make this handsome guy part of your family, please follow the link below to our adoption application. https://forms.gle/APKvbgFJcaRvgKgk9

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Pawfect Pets Rescue

Waukesha, WI 53186

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Save Our Spots Dalmatian Rescue Inc.

Brown Deer, WI 53189

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Humane Animal Welfare Society (HAWS)

701 Northview Rd, Waukesha, WI 53188

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

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Western Great Lakes Akita Rescue

21220 W. Lincoln Ave, New Berlin, WI 53146

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Bags for Wags Rescue Inc

New Berlin, WI 53146

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Elmbrook Humane Society

20950 Enterprise Ave., Brookfield, WI 53045

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

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Labrador Education and Rescue Network (L.EA.R.N.)

PO Box 323, Pewaukee, WI 53072

Pet Types: dogs

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Wisconsin Adopt A Golden Retriever Rescue

12605 W. North Avenue, #285, Brookfield, WI 53005

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