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Cuyahoga County Animal Shelter

Dog shelter in Valley View, OH

Where Our Dogs Come From

Cuyahoga County Animal Shelter is a temporary home for dogs that are found on the streets by the county dog wardens. Dogs are held for 72 hours in order for the owner to claim them. After the holding period, unclaimed dogs may be available for adoption.

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9500 Sweet Valley Drive
Valley View, OH 44125
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Meet their adoptable pets

9500 Sweet Valley Drive

Valley View, OH 44125

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Adoptable pets at Cuyahoga County Animal Shelter

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

Husky

Male, 10 mos
Valley View, OH
We'll also keep you updated on Parmesan's adoption status with email updates.
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Parmesan

Pekingese/Papillon

Female, 3 yrs
Valley View, OH
We'll also keep you updated on Patsy's adoption status with email updates.
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Patsy

Labrador Retriever/Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Female, 1 yr 5 mos
Valley View, OH
We'll also keep you updated on Cozy's adoption status with email updates.
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Cozy

Mastiff

Male, 11 mos
Valley View, OH
We'll also keep you updated on Squirrel's adoption status with email updates.
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Squirrel

German Shepherd Dog

Female, 8 mos
Valley View, OH
We'll also keep you updated on Pierogi's adoption status with email updates.
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Pierogi

Hound (Unknown Type)

Female, Adult
Valley View, OH
We'll also keep you updated on Dorver's adoption status with email updates.
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Dorver

American Bulldog

Male, 6 yrs 5 mos
Valley View, OH
We'll also keep you updated on Farmer's adoption status with email updates.
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Farmer

Boxer

Male, 6 mos
Valley View, OH

Shelter FAQs

Cuyahoga County Animal Shelter
9500 Sweet Valley Drive
Valley View, Ohio 44125
216-525-PUPS

  • 1. Visit the Facility and Find a Pet
  • 2. Submit Application
  • 3. Interview
  • 4. Meet the Pet
  • 5. Sign Adoption Contract
  • 6. Pay Fee
  • 7. Take the Pet Home

Additional adoption info

Adoption Process

All dogs are adopted on a first come first adopt basis. We will not hold a dog for anyone. We strongly encourage you to stop down and pay us a visit, as we have many more dogs in our care than are listed on the website. You may visit with our dogs during our normal business hours of: Tuesday through Saturday from 10:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.; Sunday from 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.; closed on Monday.

Remember that before adopting, you must:

Be 18 years of age or older
Have identification showing your current address
Have landlord permission to own a dog if you are a tenant
Meet and greet with any resident dogs or children 9 and under

Adoption Questionnaire

Before you can spend time with a dog, there is a brief questionnaire that you will need to fill out. Our staff will review these questions with you in order to help you decide which dog is the right fit for you, your family, and your lifestyle. This information is confidential and will be used only to assist our staff in determining the best possible placement. Please spend the time necessary to make the best possible decision for you AND the dog you may adopt.

Adoption Fees
The cost to adopt a dog is $95, $170 for a puppy. This includes:

DHLP, Parvo Vaccination, Rabies Vaccination and Bordatella
Heartworm test for age appropriate dogs
Spay/Neuter surgery
Dog license
Microchip

Although dogs receive initial vaccinations from us, please make an appointment to see your veterinarian within ten to 14 days after you take your new dog home for a complete and thorough physical examination, and to continue with vaccinations as necessary.

Adoption application

https://cuyahogadogs.com/en-US/Adoption-Process.aspx

Pets at shelters & rescues near Cuyahoga County Animal Shelter

Greyhound Adoption of Ohio

7122 Country Lane,
Chagrin Falls, OH 44023

Viva Los Gatos Cat Rescue

PO Box 241593,
Cleveland, OH 44124

Kitty Cat Adoptions

Olmsted Falls, OH 44138

We'll also keep you updated on Puma II 50's adoption status with email updates.
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Puma II 50

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 5 yrs 5 mos
Cleveland, OH
We'll also keep you updated on Lenny's adoption status with email updates.
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Lenny

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 2 mos
Seville, OH
We'll also keep you updated on Chloe's adoption status with email updates.
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Chloe

Cocker Spaniel

Female, Puppy
South Euclid, OH
We'll also keep you updated on Rayna- Bonded with Cleo's adoption status with email updates.
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Rayna- Bonded with Cleo

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 2 yrs 5 mos
Twinsburg, OH
We'll also keep you updated on Mini Fridge @ Montrose PetSmart's adoption status with email updates.
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Mini Fridge @ Montrose PetSmart

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Adult
Cuyahoga Falls, OH
We'll also keep you updated on Sandy Cheeks's adoption status with email updates.
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Sandy Cheeks

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 1 yr 8 mos
Cleveland, OH

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