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Alvin
Meet Alvin! This adorable boy is sweet, playful and happy. He loves to entertain himself with toys but is even happier to have a canine companion. He’…
Community Animal Rescue Effort (CARE) • Columbus, IN
Dogs for Adoption in Indiana
515 adoptable dogs listed by shelters and rescues in Indiana. Showing 1–30 of 515 below.
Every dog in Indiana deserves a forever home — from puppies taking their first steps to adult dogs who are calm, house-trained, and ready to bond right away. All listings shown here are real dogs currently available for adoption from shelters and rescues in Indiana. Availability changes daily, so confirm directly with the organization before making plans.
21 shelters and rescues in Indiana currently list dogs on Every Dog's Chance.
How adoption works in Indiana
Indiana's mid-sized set of listings comes mostly from municipal shelters and humane societies, many posted from around Evansville, Aurora and Brazil. A shelter adoption there usually means walk-in hours, a chance to meet dogs in person and often a same-day decision. The rescue groups that list here lean on applications and foster homes, with a visit arranged after a conversation.
From a listing, open the profile and contact the organization holding the dog. Plan on an application or a conversation, a meet and greet, and an adoption fee set by that organization, which often covers spay or neuter and vaccinations. Because listings cluster in a few communities, many groups help arrange transport within Indiana. For that dog's history, requirements and availability, the organization on the profile is your source.
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Todd
Currently located at our Owensboro, KY location MEET TODD! This handsome 4-year-old Lab/Pit mix weighs 71 pounds and has one of the sweetest hearts yo…
It Takes A Village No-Kill Rescue • Evansville, IN
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Maggie
Meet Maggie, a border collie mix (mixed with something xlrg like Pyrenees or newfie) and she is somewhere between 8 months and a year old. She's reall…
Community Animal Rescue Effort (CARE) • Columbus, IN
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Saber
Currently located at our Evansville, IN location Meet Saber — A Little Girl With a BIG Personality! Meet Saber, a beautiful 10-week-old puppy who is r…
It Takes A Village No-Kill Rescue • Evansville, IN
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Harriet
Currently located at our Owensboro, KY location Meet Harriet! This adorable girl is 4.5 months old and a Terrier mix weighing around 20–25 pounds. She…
It Takes A Village No-Kill Rescue • Evansville, IN
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Opal & Pearl
Pearl and Opal are 1½–2yearold, 50–55 lb Great Pyrenees/Golden Retriever sisters . They are gentle, easy dogs who adjusted to home life quickly and ha…
Save A Dog Rescue • Grovertown, IN
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Nikko
Sponsorship of $100 off the adoption fee: A rescue supporter chose this dog as their favorite and sponsored $100 toward their adoption fee. Their fina…
Save A Dog Rescue • Grovertown, IN
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Harper - In foster - Call for appt
Hi, hi! I’m Harper and I am 11 months old! I am a sweet, friendly girl that loves to meet new people! I like to give hugs and receive all the love I c…
Animal Welfare League of Kosciusko County • Pierceton, IN
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Silanity
Currently located at our Evansville, IN location Meet Silanity! Silanity is a beautiful Shepherd mix who is around 1 year old and ready to find her fo…
It Takes A Village No-Kill Rescue • Evansville, IN
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Aerosmith
Currently located at our Evansville, IN location Meet Aerosmith, a lively 2-year-old pup weighing in at 35 pounds! This sweet boy was found as a stray…
It Takes A Village No-Kill Rescue • Evansville, IN
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Boss
Currently located at our Evansville, IN location Meet Boss! Big, handsome, and full of love—that’s Boss! This adorable 3-year-old Bulldog mix weighs i…
It Takes A Village No-Kill Rescue • Evansville, IN
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Deluna
Currently located at our Evansville, IN locationMeet, Deluna! Meet Deluna! Deluna is a beautiful 3-year-old brindle mix weighing around 55 lbs. This s…
It Takes A Village No-Kill Rescue • Evansville, IN
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Chorizo
Currently located at our Owensboro, KY location Can you open your heart and home to this adorable rescue dog? Fostering is a rewarding experience that…
It Takes A Village No-Kill Rescue • Evansville, IN
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Vada
Currently located at our Evansville, IN location Meet Vada! Vada is a beautiful 4-year-old Husky mix weighing around 40 pounds and ready to find a for…
It Takes A Village No-Kill Rescue • Evansville, IN
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Chalupa
Currently located at our Evansville, IN location Meet Chalupa! Looking for a sweet, affectionate girl who will be thrilled to see you every single day…
It Takes A Village No-Kill Rescue • Evansville, IN
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Tallon
Currently located at our Evansville, IN location Meet Tallon! If you've been dreaming of a loyal adventure buddy, Tallon is ready to meet you! This ha…
It Takes A Village No-Kill Rescue • Evansville, IN
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Comida Blanca : Saltine
The adoption fee for puppies under 6 months of age is $265. If the puppy is too young or small to be fixed there will be a $75 spay/neuter rebate form…
Stray Haven Inc • Aurora, IN
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Jax
Fort Wayne Animal Care and Control • Fort Wayne, IN
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Ranger
Ranger is a lovable tripod GSDHe is approximately 5 years old and 100#. He is up to date on all shots and preventatives. He is also housetrained. Rang…
Community Animal Rescue Effort (CARE) • Columbus, IN
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Pancake
Community Animal Rescue Effort (CARE) • Columbus, IN
Back to School : Ms. Keane
MS. KEANE — Professor of Stuffies & Sweetness Ms. Keane is an absolute sweetheart with a slightly more timid personality. She may take a little time t…
Stray Haven Inc • Aurora, IN
Back to School : Mr. Holland
MR. HOLLAND — Professor of Fun & Aquatics Mr. Holland is one handsome guy with the most beautiful slate-gray coloring. Friendly and playful, his lesso…
Stray Haven Inc • Aurora, IN
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Utah
Currently located at our Owensboro, KY location Meet Utah! Looking for an adventure buddy who also loves to cuddle? Meet Utah! This handsome 5-year-ol…
It Takes A Village No-Kill Rescue • Evansville, IN
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Plow
Currently located at our Evansville, IN locationPlow is a handsome male pit mix with a heart full of love for people. At just under 5 years old and 62…
It Takes A Village No-Kill Rescue • Evansville, IN
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Hera "Meadow
Currently located at our Owensboro, KY location Meet Hera “Meadow”! This beautiful 3-year-old Pit Bull is ready to find her forever home! 70 pounds 3 …
It Takes A Village No-Kill Rescue • Evansville, IN
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Looney Tunes : Penelope
Penelope is an outgoing sweet and goofy personality that is all Pyneese. She loves to play so much that she can play with toys and balls all by hersel…
Stray Haven Inc • Aurora, IN
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Barney
Currently located at our Evansville, IN locationMeet Barney! Barney is a resilient, lovable 1-year-old black Lab mix weighing 40 pounds with a story o…
It Takes A Village No-Kill Rescue • Evansville, IN
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Tahlia
Currently located at our Evansville, IN locationMeet Tahlia Tahlia is a beautiful 4-year-old black and white Border Collie mix weighing 43 lbs. She is…
It Takes A Village No-Kill Rescue • Evansville, IN
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Dodger
Meet Dodger, a happy go lucky guy who at just 1 year still has a lot of life let in him. Dodger came to AWL as a stray and we cant help but notice how…
Animal Welfare League of Kosciusko County • Pierceton, IN
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Zeus
Zeus is a beautiful Staffordshire Terrier mix coming in at 6 years old he still has a lot of life left in him. Zeus came to us as an owner surrender d…
Animal Welfare League of Kosciusko County • Pierceton, IN
Browse by breed in Indiana
Low-cost spay, neuter and vet care in Indiana
Programs that help Indiana adopters keep a dog healthy on a budget. Each page was checked on 2026-09-10; confirm current hours and eligibility with the organization.
- Help paying for carePet Friendly Services of Indiana Spay/Neuter Services (opens in a new tab) (statewide) — Statewide reduced cost spay and neuter for limited income pet owners at participating veterinary clinics.
- Low-cost vet careFACE Low-Cost Animal Clinic Services (opens in a new tab) — Indianapolis nonprofit clinic offering spay and neuter, vaccinations, preventive medications and heartworm treatment.
- Spay / neuterIndyHumane Spay/Neuter Clinic (opens in a new tab) — Affordable spay and neuter surgery with pain medication and cone at the downtown Indianapolis clinic, booked online.
- Spay / neuterHumane Fort Wayne Low-Cost Spay and Neuter Clinic (opens in a new tab) — High volume low cost spay and neuter clinic in Fort Wayne with financial assistance for qualified owners.
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Adopting a dog in Indiana — FAQ
How do I adopt a dog in Indiana?
Open any dog's profile to see which shelter or rescue is caring for them in Indiana, then follow the adoption link or contact details to apply directly with that organization. Every Dog's Chance gathers listings in one place so they're easier to find — the adoption itself happens through the local shelter or rescue.
Are the dog listings in Indiana up to date?
Listings are refreshed regularly from participating shelters and rescues. Because dogs are adopted and new ones are added constantly, availability can change between updates — always confirm a specific dog is still available with the shelter or rescue before making plans.
How much does it cost to adopt a dog in Indiana?
Adoption fees vary by shelter and rescue. Many organizations include spay/neuter, vaccinations, and a health exam in their fee. Open any dog's profile and contact the organization directly for their current fee and what it covers.
Can I adopt a dog from another city in Indiana?
Yes. Most shelters and rescues in Indiana welcome adopters from anywhere in the state, and some can arrange transport for the right match. Open a dog's profile to see the organization's contact details and ask them how their process works.
Can I foster a dog in Indiana instead of adopting?
Many shelters and rescues in Indiana offer foster programs, sometimes with a foster-to-adopt path. Fostering gets a dog out of a kennel and into a calm home while they wait for their forever family. Ask the organization on any dog's profile whether fostering is available.
Are the dogs in Indiana good with children or other pets?
It depends on the individual dog more than anything else. Each dog's profile and the shelter or rescue caring for them can tell you about their history with kids, cats, and other dogs. Many organizations offer meet-and-greets to make sure the match is right for everyone.
