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Puppies and dogs in Madera, California

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Madera, California. To learn more about each adoptable dog, click on the "i" icon for fast facts, or their photo or name for full details.
We'll also keep you updated on Chewy's adoption status with email updates.
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Chewy

German Shepherd Dog

Male, Young
Madera, CA
Size
(when grown) X-Large 101 lbs (46 kg) or more
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Chewy is 2 years old, born February 22, 2018. He is the only surviving puppy of his liter of 9. We have had him since he was just 6 weeks old. We initially hoped he would be an indoor dog but with a one year old and pregnant with our second it proved to be a task we couldn’t handle. I took him to obedience training but me being inexperienced and busy I didn’t follow through very well. He knows sit and that’s about it. He is very friendly and literally a big teddy bear. He isn’t aggressive at all so if your looking for a guard dog he isn’t the one for you. He does need some training, he can be a bit jumpy when he is happy to see you. He weighs around 100 lbs. Very healthy, has had some joint problems but now that he is 2 years old he has been great. I think those were mostly growing pains. We love him but with 2 young kids and full time jobs we just don’t give him the time he deserves.
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Strider

Australian Cattle Dog

Male, Young
Madera, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs special attention, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
My dog is a very sweet dog, very smart, its a tri-colored queensland, he’s about a year and four months, we got him when he waa a puppy in a ranch, this dog is easy to train, obedient,loyal,he’s funny too leash trained,he likes water too, he even knows how to get in to our car
We'll also keep you updated on Buddy's adoption status with email updates.
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Buddy

American Bulldog Hound (Unknown Type)

Male, Adult
Madera, CA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
I lost my husband four years ago, just got remarried, moving, and can't take the three dogs we have. Buddy was rescued off the side of the road in 2010 with his 2 siblings. We had intended to re home him and his sister but they have been part of our family for these past nine years. It breaks our hearts to part with them but my grown kids can't take them nor am I able to keep them in my new home. He's a loyal companion and loves to have his belly scratched.
We'll also keep you updated on Chubbs's adoption status with email updates.
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Chubbs

American Pit Bull Terrier Labrador Retriever

Male, Young
Madera, CA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Chubbs is such a great pup. He's super smart, silly and lovable. We are so sad that our new home is not a good fit for him. He is 2 years old, loves the water, he's never been swimming, but something tells me he would absolutely love it. He tends to find his way out of just about any fence and that is the problem we have. Our previous home was a half acre, newly fenced with lots of room to play. He can kill just about any rodent and even birds. Sadly he will also go after cats. I believe he is highly trainable, with lots of love and consistency he will learn really quickly. We just want him to find a home that he will be as loved as he is now, but will have the open space or perhaps the right person who has just as much or more energy than he. Is a chewer, if you give him a toy to chew on, some last longer than others, but it's a great way to keep him occupied while in doors.
We'll also keep you updated on Keta's adoption status with email updates.
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Keta

Anatolian Shepherd German Shepherd Dog

Male, Young
Madera, CA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Keta is a sweet lovable dog who is half Anatolian Shepherd, 1/4 German Shepherd, and 1/4 Dutch Shepherd. He loves his family and is protective of them. He is about a year old and we have had him 6 months. He does well with our 2 year old daughter and two other dogs. He does not do well with chickens and this is the reason we cannot keep him. He loves affection, attention, and to be pet. He is a great watch dog!
We'll also keep you updated on Max's adoption status with email updates.
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Max

German Shepherd Dog

Male, Young
Madera, CA
Size
(when grown) X-Large 101 lbs (46 kg) or more
Details
Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
I got max from a friend when he was a month and a half. He was my first ever pet and I love him so much. It breaks my heart to have to part with him because of my busy school schedule but I know it’s whats best for him. I am looking for a good home that will teach and nurture max. I was so busy with school I didn’t have much time to train him but I do believe with a new owner he will be a great friend. He is a kind dog but just needs someone to give him some attention and teach him a few things.

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Dog shelters and rescues in Madera, California

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Nuts'n Bolts Animal Advocates

P.O. Box 522, Madera, CA 93639

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Love and Hope for Animals

Madera, CA 93636

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Madera County Animal Services 1

14269 Road 28, Madera, CA 93638

Pet Types: cats, dogs, farm animals, horses, rabbits, small animals

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Love Me Don't Leave Me

Madera, CA 93638

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Madera County Animal Services 2

14269 Road 28, Madera, CA 93638

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, farm animals, horses, rabbits, reptiles, small animals

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Kerman Animal Shelter

15485 West Church Avenue, Kerman, CA 93630

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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For The Sake Of Dogs

Fresno, CA 93723

Pet Types: dogs

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Westside Rescue Inc

5755 W. Barstow Ave., Ste. 103, Fresno, CA 93722

Pet Types: dogs

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Pug Rescue of Fresno

PO Box 9913, Fresno, CA 93794

Pet Types: dogs

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Bandit's Buddies Rescue

Fresno, CA 93720

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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