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Dek
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Dogs for Adoption in Ohio
567 adoptable dogs listed by shelters and rescues in Ohio. Showing 421–450 of 567 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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Thia
Thia was found in the winter months with her brother (Dek, also available for adoption), dumped at Mt. Airy Forest. They had frostbite on their paw pa…
Adopt A Pit Rescue Inc • Germantown, OH
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Jada-Big and Beautiful
If you're looking for a loyal companion with a calm spirit and a heart of gold? Meet Jada, a beautiful 5½-year-old Rottweiler/Great Pyrenees mix who's…
Rose's Rescue • Rootstown, OH
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Coffee
Meet Coffee! She is the perfect blend of sweetness and warmth. She’s three years old and about 50 pounds, and is a mostly calm companion who loves spe…
Adopt A Pit Rescue Inc • Germantown, OH
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Toasted Marshmallow
Toasted Marshmallow is the full government name, but my foster mom calls me Toast, Toaster, Toaster Waffle, Toasty Marshy, and Derpy Dude. I love my f…
Adopt A Pit Rescue Inc • Germantown, OH
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Emma Kay
Meet Emma Kay! Emma Kay is a 2.5-year-old sweetheart who’s equal parts cuddle bug and sunshine lover. After spending about a year and a half in a shel…
Adopt A Pit Rescue Inc • Germantown, OH
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Vera
Welcome Miss Vera! Vera came to DASH from a rescue partner in Kentucky where she was on the short list for euthanasia. She is currently in our DASH Pr…
Danielle's Animal Safe Haven • Ashville, OH
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Murphy (formerly known as Morgan)
Potty trained ( one accident day #1 ) *Great with all dogs *Easy to walk/ if he sees a squirrel he will pull a bit * Rides well in the car *Cats need …
Spoil Em Rotten Foundation • Cincinnati, OH
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Mac
Mac is a sweet 3 year old pit mix boy weighing about 50 pounds. He is good with people and children but due to his energy, not great around little tin…
Paws and Prayers • Cuyahoga Falls, OH
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Rita
Beautiful, attentive, and good-natured, Rita weighs 46 pounds and is about 3 years old. She was found along a road and never claimed. She is good with…
Saving Pets One at a Time Inc, the Morgan County Humane Society • Stockport, OH
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Bear
Bear is a beautiful male neutered pitbull mix. He is very friendly. He is up to date on vaccinations. He will be microchipped in a few days. He is lym…
Crossed Paws Animal Shelter • Woodsfield, OH
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Ellia
Meet Ellia! She is a 1 year old, 42 lb sweet and reserved hound mix girl who is looking for her forever family. She has the most gorgeous white and ta…
Adopt A Pit Rescue Inc • Germantown, OH
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Pound Dog-Coal #179858
BEEN WAITING SO LONG! 179858 Coal's Story Black male pit bull came in as a stray. About 2 years old. Coal is a favorite with volunteers for a well beh…
Rose's Rescue • Rootstown, OH
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Myles
Apply to adopt at:https://humanesocietyofottawacounty.org/
Humane Society of Ottawa County • Port Clinton, OH
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Sheriff Woody
Howdy, partners! My name is Sheriff Woody, and I am a 2-year-old hound mix searching for my forever deputy. I might have a big name, but I’m actually …
Adopt A Pit Rescue Inc • Germantown, OH
Mattel
Hi, my name is Mattel. I am about 3 years old, in Little People years and a Golden Retriever/Australian Kelpie Dog mix, so truely an all American Girl…
Adopt A Pit Rescue Inc • Germantown, OH
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Sadie
Welcome Sadie! Miss Sadie came to DASH with her two puppies from northern KY. She was very scared when she first came to DASH and very protective of h…
Danielle's Animal Safe Haven • Ashville, OH
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Meringue
They call me Meringue since I'm sweet as pie I have legs (and ears) for days and still a growing boy. A handsome pitty mix, possibly lab, could be gre…
Adopt A Pit Rescue Inc • Germantown, OH
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Kross
Do you love a pittie with a huge head?? You have to meet Kross! Kross is a doll baby! He is sweet, playful & he loves other dogs, particularly girl do…
Adopt A Pit Rescue Inc • Germantown, OH
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Star Dancer
Meet Star Dancer! This delightful one-year-old pup weighs in at a petite 35 pounds. Star is a bundle of joy who adores playing with other dogs and get…
Adopt A Pit Rescue Inc • Germantown, OH
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Piglette
Meet Piglette Piglette is basically a walking potato with the wiggliest butt and the smushiest face you’ve ever seen This sweet girl: Walks great on a…
Spoil Em Rotten Foundation • Cincinnati, OH
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Ardmore
Meet Ardmore!! Ardy is out of the shelter and ready to party. We call this bouncy, happy guy Ardy Pardy. He’s about 45lbs and a year old. He’s a deep …
Adopt A Pit Rescue Inc • Germantown, OH
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Wino
Meet this handsome boy Wino, a loving and well-rounded companion with a heart of gold. At 5 years old, he is a wonderfully balanced dog who knows when…
Adopt A Pit Rescue Inc • Germantown, 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.
