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Linaria
Meet Linaria, just as her namesake, she is a beautiful spring flower! Linaria is a 4 year old, female, 45 lbs lab mix. Linaria is thrilled to be the c…
Adopt A Pit Rescue Inc • Germantown, OH
Dogs for Adoption in Ohio
567 adoptable dogs listed by shelters and rescues in Ohio. Showing 451–480 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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Duke
Hi, my name is Duke, aka Dukie Boy. Folks think I’m part Great Dane, GSD, hound, and just an overall big Heinz 57! I’m a bit over 100 lbs. and am a gr…
Adopt A Pit Rescue Inc • Germantown, OH
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Ears McGee
Meet Ears McGee! He is cuddly, curious, and playful, and his ears are adorable! He loves to watch and learn! He is happy to run around in the yard or …
Adopt A Pit Rescue Inc • Germantown, OH
Pound Dog-Jerry #188265
Gentle Jerry! Available for adoption! Don’t miss out on this guy! This guy loves affection and would make a great walking buddy! He is extremely frien…
Rose's Rescue • Rootstown, OH
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Jack Miles
Welcome Jack to Dash! Jack is a young, mixed breed puppy who came to DASH from a rural shelter with his sister Jill. He is a friendly, very smart pupp…
Danielle's Animal Safe Haven • Ashville, OH
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Chomper
Welcome Chomper to Dash! Chomper is a little beagle mix who love everyone. He is currently in our DASH Prison Program where his handler says he is a g…
Danielle's Animal Safe Haven • Ashville, OH
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Sissy
Sissy loves walks, car rides, and pup cups. She gets along with other dogs and cats (although she occasionally likes to chase them). She is very playf…
Colony Cats (& dogs) • Dublin, OH
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Nacho
For a chihuahua this little guy is a really nice dog. Had a small stubborn streak but overall loves everyone, listens, playful, cuddles, prefers a pee…
Colony Cats (& dogs) • Dublin, OH
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Mabel
Meet Mabel. Mabel is a young girl who is a Labrador mix. She is a very affectionate girl who gets attached to her person quite easily. Mabel is curren…
Danielle's Animal Safe Haven • Ashville, OH
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Rose's Rescue • Rootstown, OH
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Cowboy 2026
Meet COWBOY, pure sweetness on 4 legs. He's a gorgeous mixed breed boy with the sweetest face, about 2 years old and fully grown at 34 pounds. Our bes…
Sweet Dream House Rescue • Batavia, OH
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Ohio Fuzzy Pawz Shih Tzu Rescue, Inc. • Pataskala, OH
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Pearl
Pearl is smaller than her brother, Pedro, weighing 42 pounds at 6 months old. Her coat is midnight black with perfectly placed white spots. The perfec…
Crossed Paws Animal Shelter • Woodsfield, OH
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Mia - OS
Hello, my name is Mia! If you're looking for a sweet little companion who is blossoming more every day, I just might be your girl! Since coming into r…
Ohio Fuzzy Pawz Shih Tzu Rescue, Inc. • Pataskala, OH
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Emerson-great family dog
Hello, my name is Emerson and I am 4 ½ year old, 55 lb, pretty darn near perfect hound mix. I am laid back and low maintenance. I am a very nice boy t…
Rose's Rescue • Rootstown, OH
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Ohio Fuzzy Pawz Shih Tzu Rescue, Inc. • Pataskala, OH
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Dodger
Meet Dodger. He was saved from an overcrowded shelter where he was at risk of euthanasia. He is now fully vetted, neutered and all vaccines. Dodger di…
Hartman's Hounds • Amherst, OH
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BaBu
BaBu is a 4-year-old Akbash dog. He is current on vaccinations and has been neutered. He isn’t the right dog for every home. He is a guardian-type dog…
Crossed Paws Animal Shelter • Woodsfield, 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.
