Want to adopt a pet? Here are 6 delightful doggies to adopt now in Louisville

Want to adopt a pet? Here are 6 delightful doggies to adopt now in Louisville
Photos: Petfinder
By Hoodline - Published on October 18, 2019.

Looking to add a new companion to the family? There are dozens of cuddly canines up for adoption at animal shelters in and around Louisville, so you won't have to look far to find the perfect fit.

Hoodline used data from Petfinder to power this roundup of dogs available for adoption near you. Read on to meet some friendly, furry locals.

(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.)


Rico, Jack Russell terrier and Shih Tzu mix

Rico is a charming male Jack Russell terrier and Shih Tzu mix currently housed at MisPits and Friends Rescue.

Rico is a social butterfly  and he's happy to keep company with children, dogs or cats. He's mastered his house-training etiquette. His vaccinations are up to date and he's neutered.

Read more about Rico on Petfinder.

Salem, pit bull terrier mix

Salem is a female pit bull terrier mix currently residing at MisPits and Friends Rescue.

Salem is friendly as can be, and she's happy to keep company with other dogs. She has mastered her house-training etiquette. She is already spayed and she has had all her shots.

Read more about Salem on Petfinder.

Beau, Great Dane

Beau is a male Great Dane dog being cared for at Kentucky Great Dane Rescue.

Beau is happy to keep company with other dogs. His vaccinations are already up to date, and he's neutered. He is already house-trained.

Beau's current caretakers say:

Beau is a 22-months, 130 pound Great Dane who is ready for his forever-home. He is crate-trained but loves to snuggle in bed. He has quickly adapted to our other fur babies and exhibits no food aggression or aggressive tendencies. Beau quickly adapted to using the doggie door for his potty breaks and playtime rituals.

Read more about Beau on Petfinder.

Hazel, pit bull terrier mix

Hazel is a darling female pit bull terrier mix in the care of MisPits and Friends Rescue.

Hazel is friendly as can be and she's happy to keep company with other dogs. Fear not: She is already house-trained. Hazel is already spayed and she has had all her shots.

Hazel's current caretakers say:

Read more about Hazel on Petfinder.

Carlos, chihuahua and dachshund mix

Carlos is a charming male chihuahua and dachshund mix in the care of MisPits and Friends Rescue.

Carlos loves cats, dogs and kids. He is neutered, and he has had all his shots. He's already house-trained.

Here's what Carlos' friends at MisPits and Friends Rescue think of him:

Carlos is an eight-pound wonder. He is two to three years old. Carlos wound up in rescue when someone found him all alone, trucking down a country road in Kentucky. Efforts to locate his owner were unsuccessful. He's healthy, enthusiastic, cheerful and snuggly. Carlos gets along with other dogs and  a good traveler in the car.

Apply to adopt Carlos today at Petfinder.

Eva, Saint Bernard and Great Pyrenees mix

Eva is a sweet female Saint Bernard and Great Pyrenees mix currently housed at Polo K-9.

Eva loves to socialize, and she loves cats, dogs and kids. She has mastered her house-training etiquette. Her vaccinations are already up to date, and she's spayed.

From Eva's current caretaker:

Eva is an amazing girl. She's super sweet and sensitive. She knows her worth and deserves a home with a nice bed by a fireplace or her very own heating blanket. Eva would love to lay with while you read a good book and drink a glass of wine.

Read more about Eva on Petfinder.


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