Interested in adopting a pet — or just gazing at some delightful doggies up for adoption? There are dozens of deserving dogs up for adoption at animal shelters in and around Kansas City.
Animal shelters and pet rescue groups work hard to care for unhoused pets and connect them to loving homes. Hoodline used data from Petfinder to power this roundup of dogs currently available for adoption.
(Details like pet availability, training, vaccinations and other features are based on data provided by Petfinder and may be subject to change; contact the shelter for the latest information.)
Brees, shepherd mix
Brees is a lovable female shepherd mix staying at Lucky 13 Rescue Inc.
Brees plays well with others and she loves other dogs. Good news: She's already house-trained, spayed and vaccinated.
From Brees' current caretaker:
Brees is about 1.5 year old shepherd mix weighing 35 lbs. She is full of puppy energy and would do great with an active family. She will need some basic training to bring out the best in her.
Read more about Brees on Petfinder.
Pheobe, beagle
Pheobe is a female beagle dog being kept at Chain of Hope.
Pheobe is a social butterfly and gets along well with cats, dogs and children. She's spayed and vaccinated. Fear not: She's already house-trained. Pheobe is a special needs pet, so please inquire about her specific care requirements.
Here's what Pheobe's friends at Chain of Hope think of her:
Phoebe is a 9 year old Beagle with a very special soul. She is the most loving and gentle lady to everyone she meets. Phoebe came from a neglectful situation and had to have her eye removed due to severe damage from untreated glaucoma. Phoebe does require a single drop of eye medicine twice a day for the condition.
Read more about how to adopt Pheobe on Petfinder.
Levi, pit bull terrier mix
Levi is a male pit bull terrier mix being kept at Chain of Hope.
Levi will get along great with your other dogs. He is already neutered and he has had all his shots. He's already house-trained.
Notes from Levi's caretakers:
Levi is a very handsome, black pit bull mix, about 3 yrs. old. He absolutely loves people and getting petted and those ears scratched. Levi is a very lovable boy, very well behaved, listens well and is very obedient.
Apply to adopt Levi today at Petfinder.
Scoop, pit bull terrier mix
Scoop is an adorable male pit bull terrier mix being cared for at Mid America Bully Breed Rescue.
Scoop gets along well with other dogs. Fear not: He's already house-trained. He's vaccinated and neutered.
From Scoop's current caretaker:
Scoop is a firecracker in a small package. He needs a little work on his manners with other dogs, but what he lacks in manners he more than makes up for in the love department. Scoop is an adorable goofy little ball of muscle.
Apply to adopt Scoop today at Petfinder.
Hazel, shepherd and Labrador retriever mix
Hazel is a female shepherd and Labrador retriever mix currently housed at Furry Kids Refuge.
Hazel will get along great with your other dogs, but is looking for a cat-free home. She's already spayed and she has had all her shots. Hazel has mastered her house-training etiquette.
Here's what Hazel's friends at Furry Kids Refuge think of her:
Hazel is a water baby, born 3/6/16 and weighs about 57 lbs. A secure fenced in yard will be required for Hazel. She would be great for a family that loves water because she does too. Hazel is very loyal and needs that extra training to ensure her and her new family are on the same page. If you're someone who is active, enjoys out door activities and wants a forever fur baby this is your girl.
Read more about Hazel on Petfinder.
Cole, Australian cattle dog and border collie mix
Cole is a male Australian cattle dog and border collie mix being cared for at Dogs by Debin.
Cole gets along well with other dogs. Dogs by Debin, however, thinks he will do best in a home without small children. Have no fear: He is already house-trained. His vaccinations are already up to date and he is neutered.
Notes from Cole's caretakers:
Cole is mixed breed and very independent. He is 3-4 years old and weighs about 40-45 pounds. Cole will flourish in a structured environment with direction as he is a very smart dog. He takes to learning new skills quickly as he is very treat and toy motivated.
Read more about Cole on Petfinder.
Millie, pointer and terrier mix
Millie is a female pointer and terrier mix in the care of Dogs by Debin.
Millie loves other dogs, but is looking for a cat-free home. Millie will do best in a home without small children. She's mastered her house-training etiquette. Millie is already spayed and vaccinated.
Millie's current caretakers say:
Millie is a wonderful girl with a heart of gold and has quickly become a staff favorite. She is about 45 pounds and loves to get the party started in playgroups. Millie enjoys learning new things and does wonderfully with positive reinforcement.
Apply to adopt Millie today at Petfinder.
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