Thanos
Meet Thanos, the ultimate lovebug! At around 6 years old, Thanos is a "giant" French Bulldog, heavy on the bulldog. Between his striking coat coloring…
Adopt A Pit Rescue Inc • Germantown, OH
Dogs for Adoption in Ohio
571 adoptable dogs listed by shelters and rescues in Ohio. Showing 361–390 of 571 below.
Every dog in Ohio 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 Ohio. Availability changes daily, so confirm directly with the organization before making plans.
35 shelters and rescues in Ohio currently list dogs on Every Dog's Chance.
How adoption works in Ohio
Ohio's listings are mostly posted by rescue groups, with Germantown and Akron among the most common locations. Rescue adoptions tend to go through foster homes and an application before a visit is set up, whereas a municipal shelter usually has posted walk-in hours and lets you meet dogs the same day.
To move forward, open the dog's profile and contact the organization named there. You can expect an application or a conversation, then a meet and greet, and an adoption fee set by that organization, which often covers spay or neuter and vaccinations. Since listings cluster in a few communities, many groups help arrange transport within Ohio for the right match. The organization on the profile can share that dog's history, requirements and availability.
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Hei Hei
Looking for a velvet velcro hippo?? Meet Hei Hei. This tiny guy is less than 30lbs. He is a cuddly, loving puppy who enjoys nothing more than snugglin…
Adopt A Pit Rescue Inc • Germantown, OH
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Dotty
Dotty is a fun, curious girl, around 1 year old and medium sized. She’s energetic and loves life at full speed, chasing birds, zooming around the yard…
Adopt A Pit Rescue Inc • Germantown, OH
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Lilith
Meet Lilith, an adorable husky mix puppy ready to woo her way into your life! At 9 weeks old this girl is a pure runner . She absolutely loves play ti…
Adopt A Pit Rescue Inc • Germantown, OH
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Codagh
Meet Codagh, an adorable husky mix puppy ready to woo his way into your life! At 9 weeks old this boy is a pure lover. He’s loves play time but loves …
Adopt A Pit Rescue Inc • Germantown, OH
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Albion
Pup born around May 1, friendly, calm, playful. Neutered, Lyme/heartworm tested, current on shots. Adult weight will be 65-80 pounds. Fee $200. Apply …
Saving Pets One at a Time Inc, the Morgan County Humane Society • Stockport, OH
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Penelope - Fairfield
Meet Penelope, a happy, energetic young girl who will celebrate her first birthday on October 10th! Penelope loves people and enjoys the company of ot…
Ohio Fuzzy Pawz Shih Tzu Rescue, Inc. • Pataskala, OH
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Muppet
Muppet is 1 yrs old Here is a Muppet to call your very own! Sweet Muppet loves to run, play and be kissed. He’s just a collie-shaped bundle of fun! He…
Almost Home Dog Rescue of Ohio • Dublin, OH
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Eevee
Meet Eevee! Looking for the perfect-sized adventure buddy? Meet Eevee! At just 1 year old and 34 pounds, this adorable Boxer mix is the perfect combin…
Adopt A Pit Rescue Inc • Germantown, OH
Lyle
Lyle is an Australian Shepherd, born 11/1/25 and he weighs 58 lbs. He does well with other dogs and children. The adoption fee covers the neuter sched…
THE ROAD HOME ANIMAL PROJECT • St Clairsville, OH
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Gizmo
Sweet 3 year old Gizmo is an adorable little guy that is in the market for a new home. So far he is settling nicely into his new foster home, and we w…
Paws and Prayers • Cuyahoga Falls, OH
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Copper
Copper is just 14 months old and is good with other dogs. We do believe he'd prefer a home without cats. If his brother and sister are any indication,…
Spoil Em Rotten Foundation • Cincinnati, OH
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Lucy
Lucy is a stunning purebred Great Dane who will be 6 years old in November. She is spayed, up to date on all of her veterinary care, and has impeccabl…
Spoil Em Rotten Foundation • Cincinnati, OH
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Scout
Scout is a good boy, pound rescue, a year old, 56 pounds, totally housetrained, okay on leash, good with all people but guards his food so probably sh…
Saving Pets One at a Time Inc, the Morgan County Humane Society • Stockport, OH
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Z Litter puppies
Meet Our Adorable Puppy Crew! Five puppies... five unique personalities... and countless reasons to fall in love! Leah, Raylin, Delia, Tate, and Trey …
Ohio Fuzzy Pawz Shih Tzu Rescue, Inc. • Pataskala, OH
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Azura
Meet your new best friend! Azura, this adorable 5-month-old puppy is as sweet as they come! She's playful, curious, and always ready for her next adve…
Adopt A Pit Rescue Inc • Germantown, OH
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Ace 2026
ACE is a lively beagle mix boy looking for a loving home. We aren't sure what the "mix" part is but his coat is stunning. Ace had his world turned ups…
Sweet Dream House Rescue • Batavia, OH
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Cowgirl Jessie
Meet Cowgirl Jessie, an adorable mixed breed puppy ready to steal your heart! At 8 weeks old and only about 8 pounds, this girl is pure joy! She’s lov…
Adopt A Pit Rescue Inc • Germantown, OH
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Bee
Sweet Bee is a 4 month old (as of 7/20/26) female Hound/Am Staff/Cur type mix who has traveled all the way from Southern Virginia to fine a forever ho…
Angels for Animals, Inc. • Canfield, OH
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Waylon Jennings
Introducing Waylon Jennings! This young guy came to DASH from a rural shelter in Kentucky when he was on the short list for euthanasia for overcrowdin…
Danielle's Animal Safe Haven • Ashville, OH
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Kip
Introducing Kip! Kip is a young lab mix puppy who is learning that the world and people are not all bad. Kips is currently in our DASH prison program …
Danielle's Animal Safe Haven • Ashville, OH
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Krew
Meet Krew! Krew is a sweet and playful puppy. He loves people and gets along well with the other dogs in his foster home. He loves to play with his to…
Danielle's Animal Safe Haven • Ashville, OH
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Eunice
Welcome Eunice to DASH! Eunice came to DASH from rural Kentucky with 8 other dogs when their owner was going to surrender them to a high-kill shelter.…
Danielle's Animal Safe Haven • Ashville, OH
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Betsy
Sweet Betsy came into the rescue with 8 other dogs when their owner was going to surrender them to a high kill shelter in Kentucky. She is currently i…
Danielle's Animal Safe Haven • Ashville, OH
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Titan
He is 14 months old, good with dogs and kids, has been around cats outside but not in the home. He needs a place he can decompress and learn not every…
Spoil Em Rotten Foundation • Cincinnati, OH
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Rainier
Rainier is an adorable all natural 3-month-old female Doberman puppy who is ready to find her forever family. Life didn't get off to the best start fo…
Doberman Underground • Aurora, OH
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Helen
Helen is an adorable all natural 3-month-old female Doberman mix puppy who is ready to find her forever family. Life didn't get off to the best start …
Doberman Underground • Aurora, OH
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Zion
Zion is an adorable all natural 3-month-old male Doberman puppy who is ready to find his forever family. Life didn't get off to the best start for Zio…
Doberman Underground • Aurora, OH
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Olympus
Olympus is an adorable all natural 3-month-old male Doberman puppy who is ready to find his forever family. Life didn't get off to the best start for …
Doberman Underground • Aurora, OH
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Low-cost spay, neuter and vet care in Ohio
Programs that help Ohio adopters keep a dog healthy on a budget. Each page was checked on 2026-09-10; confirm current hours and eligibility with the organization.
- Spay / neuterRascal Unit, Spay/Neuter (opens in a new tab) (statewide) — Mobile veterinary unit that travels to host shelters across Ohio to provide spay and neuter surgery for pets.
- Spay / neuterPetFix Northeast Ohio (opens in a new tab) — Nonprofit clinic in the Cleveland area offering affordable spay and neuter surgery for owned dogs and cats.
- Low-cost vet careCleveland Animal Protective League, Community Pet Clinic Veterinary Services (opens in a new tab) — Cleveland clinic offering exams, vaccines, spay and neuter surgery and other routine care at reduced cost.
- Low-cost vet careColumbus Humane, Essential Care Center (opens in a new tab) — Columbus clinic providing wellness visits, sick visits and surgery for families facing financial barriers to care.
- Spay / neuterUCAN Nonprofit Spay & Neuter Clinic (opens in a new tab) — Cincinnati nonprofit clinic offering low-cost spay and neuter surgery and vaccinations for dogs and cats.
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Adopting a dog in Ohio — FAQ
How do I adopt a dog in Ohio?
Open any dog's profile to see which shelter or rescue is caring for them in Ohio, 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 Ohio 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 Ohio?
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 Ohio?
Yes. Most shelters and rescues in Ohio 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 Ohio instead of adopting?
Many shelters and rescues in Ohio 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 Ohio 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.
