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Published on November 15, 2019
Cuddly canines up for adoption in ColumbusPhotos: Petfinder

Start your day off right with some pictures of adorable pups near you! There are dozens of puppies up for adoption right here in Columbus.

Hoodline partnered with Petfinder, an online adoption site that lists “more than 315,000 adoptable pets from nearly 14,000 animal shelters and rescue groups" to bring you this roundup of puppies near you.

(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.)


Joseph, mountain cur and German shepherd mix

Joseph is a darling male mountain cur and German shepherd puppy in the care of Stop the Suffering.

Joseph is a social animal, and he gets along well with other dogs, cats and children. He is already house-trained and his vaccinations are up to date. He is a special-needs pet, so please inquire about his specific care requirements.

Apply to adopt Joseph today at Petfinder.

Josie, boxer and Doberman pinscher mix

Josie is a charming female boxer and Doberman pinscher puppy staying at The North American Rescue Collective.

Josie gets along well with other dogs. She is looking for a cat-free household. She has had all her shots and is house-trained.

Notes from her caretakers:

She is an absolutely adorable 7-month-old. She's been well taken care of, but her family has decided they aren’t ready for a dog. We’re seeking either a foster or adoptive home for her. 

Apply to adopt Josie today at Petfinder.

Drake, shepherd mix

Drake is an adorable female shepherd puppy staying at Columbus Pittie Committee.

Drake is ready to make friends — she loves cats, dogs and kids. She is already vaccinated and house-trained.

Her current caretakers say:

This pint-size cutie comes to us from rural Kentucky. Drake is about 8-10 weeks old, most likely a Shepherd with herding or working breed mixed in. She is working on her basic manners, including crate and potty training. 

Read more about how to adopt Drake on Petfinder.

Scooby, Chihuahua mix

Scooby is a male chihuahua puppy in the care of Stop the Suffering.

He is ready to make friends — he loves kids, dogs or cats. He has had all his shots.

Apply to adopt Scooby today at Petfinder.

Shaggy, Chihuahua mix

Shaggy is a male chihuahua puppy currently housed at Stop the Suffering.

This guy is the life of the party, and he'll get along great with other dogs, cats and children. Shaggy is vaccinated.

Read more about how to adopt Shaggy on Petfinder.

Lassie, Yorkshire terrier mix

Lassie is a female Yorkshire terrier puppy in the care of Stop the Suffering.

She gets along well with kids, cats or dogs. She is vaccinated.

Read more about how to adopt Lassie and her siblings on Petfinder.


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