5 perfect puppies to adopt now in St. Louis

Photos: Petfinder

Interested in adopting a pet — or just looking at some cuddly canines up for adoption? There are dozens of deserving puppies up for adoption at animal shelters in and around St. Louis.

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 puppies 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.)

Lily, redbone coonhound and Labrador retriever mix

Lily is a darling female redbone coonhound and Labrador retriever puppy being cared for at Needy Paws Rescue.

Lily is friendly as can be and she's happy to keep company with cats, dogs and children. She has been vaccinated and has mastered her house-training etiquette.

Here's what Lily's friends at Needy Paws Rescue think of her:

Lily is a female Hound/mix about 13 weeks old and 13 pounds. She's a sweet, playful puppy who loves to be held. Lily is happy playing with her toys. She is a typical puppy that will require ongoing training.

Read more about how to adopt Lily on Petfinder.

Dobby, redbone coonhound and Labrador retriever mix

Dobby is a lovable male redbone coonhound and Labrador retriever puppy being kept at Needy Paws Rescue.

Dobby loves children, dogs or cats. He is vaccinated and has mastered his house-training etiquette.

Read more about how to adopt Dobby on Petfinder.

Draco, Labrador retriever and redbone coonhound mix

Draco is an adorable male Labrador retriever and redbone coonhound puppy in the care of Needy Paws Rescue.

Draco will get along great with your kids, cats or dogs. He is vaccinated and is already house-trained.

Notes from Draco's caretakers:

Draco is a Chocolate Lab Mix and is 3 months old. He is a sweet little boy who loves anything that squeaks. He likes to play outside, but would be very happy laying down next to you with a good chew toy. Draco will be beautiful, muscular and will need an active owner/lifestyle.

Emma Lou, Labrador retriever and border collie mix

Emma Lou is an adorable female Labrador retriever and border collie puppy currently residing at Judy's Forgotten Jewells.

Emma Lou is friendly as can be and she gets along well with other dogs, cats and kids. She is vaccinated. No need to worry: Emma Lou is already house-trained.

Here's what Emma Lou's friends at Judy's Forgotten Jewells think of her:

Meet Emma Lou. We believe Emma Lou is an 8 month old Lab/Border Collie mix. She is very sweet, loves people and knows some basic commands.

Ella Sue, Labrador retriever and border collie mix

Ella Sue is a lovable female Labrador retriever and border collie puppy in the care of Judy's Forgotten Jewells.

Ella Sue is a social animal and she'll get along great with your cats, dogs and kids. She has had all her shots and is already house-trained.

From Ella Sue's current caretaker:

Meet Ella Sue. We believe Ella Sue is an 8 month old Lab/Border Collie mix. She is very sweet, loves people and knows some basic commands.

Read more about how to adopt Ella Sue on Petfinder.

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