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Lakeshore PAWS Dog rescue in Valparaiso, IN

Lakeshore PAWS is a volunteer-run, nonprofit 501(c) 3 organization in Porter County, Indiana. Our vision is to create a culture of compassion and partnership in Northwest Indiana that will one day assure that every pet born has a stable home and care throughout its natural life.

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Address
4611 Evans Ave
Valparaiso, IN 46383
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Meet their adoptable pets

4611 Evans Ave

Valparaiso, IN 46383

Hours of Operation

Sunday: 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Wednesday: 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Thursday: 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Friday: 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Saturday: 11:00 am - 3:00 pm

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Adoptable pets at Lakeshore PAWS

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

Boxer/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, Adult
Valparaiso, IN
We'll also keep you updated on Watson's adoption status with email updates.
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Watson

Shepherd (Unknown Type)/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, Adult
Valparaiso, IN
We'll also keep you updated on Leroy's adoption status with email updates.
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Leroy

American Staffordshire Terrier/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, Adult
Valparaiso, IN
We'll also keep you updated on Turbo's adoption status with email updates.
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Turbo

Rottweiler/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, Adult
Valparaiso, IN
We'll also keep you updated on Weaver's adoption status with email updates.
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Weaver

Hound (Unknown Type)/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, Adult
Valparaiso, IN
We'll also keep you updated on Maui's adoption status with email updates.
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Maui

Boxer/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, Young
Valparaiso, IN
We'll also keep you updated on Stormie's adoption status with email updates.
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Stormie

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, Adult
Valparaiso, IN
We'll also keep you updated on Herman's adoption status with email updates.
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Herman

Shepherd (Unknown Type)/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, Adult
Valparaiso, IN

Rescue FAQs

Northwest Indiana, Lake county, Porter County, LaPorte County

We are located in Valparaiso, Indiana.

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

Additional adoption info

PUPPIES

Any dog that is younger than 1 year old is considered a puppy. They come with age-appropriate vaccines, are dewormed, microchipped, on heartworm preventative, and if age allows spay/neutered. If they are not old enough to have the procedure done, we do require a $100 deposit which is refunded once the surgery is done. We require the spay/neuter to be done at 6 months and can schedule it at one of our vets if you wish to not use your own vet. If you do decide to go to your own vet, once proof of procedure is done, a refund can be issued. Puppy adoption fees are $350 + $100 refundable deposit.

ADULTS

Adult dogs are dogs that are ages 1 – 6 years old. They come with vaccinations (Bordetella, Rabies, Distemper), are dewormed, on heartworm prevention, microchipped, heartworm tested, and spay/neutered. Upon intake, they also have an initial wellness exam to screen for any pre-existing conditions. Their adoption fee is $300.

SENIORS

Senior dogs are dogs that are 7 years old and up. They come with vaccinations (Bordetella, Rabies, Distemper), are dewormed, on heartworm prevention, microchipped, heartworm tested, and if age allows spay/neutered. Upon intake, they also have an initial wellness exam to screen for any pre-existing conditions. Their adoption fee is $100.

Adoption application

https://lakeshorepaws.org/adopt/

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

Australian Kelpie/German Shepherd Dog

Female, Adult
Chicago, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Maybug's adoption status with email updates.
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Maybug

Beagle

Female, 2 yrs 1 mo
Chicago, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Sergeant Mcfunny Pants's adoption status with email updates.
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Sergeant Mcfunny Pants

Domestic Shorthair/Domestic Mediumhair

Female, Young
Chicago, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Kenny's adoption status with email updates.
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Kenny

American Pit Bull Terrier/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, Adult
Chicago, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Luna's adoption status with email updates.
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Luna

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Adult
Niles, MI
We'll also keep you updated on Stewie's adoption status with email updates.
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Stewie

Domestic Shorthair/Domestic Mediumhair

Male, Kitten
Westville, IN

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