Dog and Puppy Adoptions | Cleveland Animal Protective League (2024)

Available in Foster

In Foster

Libra

42087931

Dog

Female/Spayed

Terrier/Mix

9 years 1 month


At Cleveland APL

Dip

50613795

Dog

Female/Spayed

Terrier, American Staffordshire/Mix

4 years

Available in Foster

In Foster

Goose

52273005

Dog

Male/Neutered

Mixed Breed, Large (over 44 lbs fully grown)/Mix

1 years 11 months


At Cleveland APL

Cocoa

52699245

Dog

Male/Neutered

Terrier, Pit Bull/Mix

4 years 3 months


At Cleveland APL

Petey

54195460

Dog

Male/Neutered

Terrier, American Pit Bull/Mix

5 years 11 months


At Cleveland APL

Cecil

54783897

Dog

Female/Spayed

Terrier, American Pit Bull/Mix

7 years 9 months


At Cleveland APL

Jack

54910790

Dog

Male/Neutered

Shepherd/Mix

5 years 11 months


At Cleveland APL

Zoey

55138975

Dog

Female/Spayed

Terrier, American Pit Bull/Mix

7 years 7 months


At Cleveland APL

Columbo

55162092

Dog

Male/Neutered

Terrier, American Pit Bull/Mix

6 years 6 months


At Cleveland APL

Cash

55189668

Dog

Female/Spayed

Terrier, Bull/Mix

4 years


At Cleveland APL

Nala

55408194

Dog

Female/Spayed

Mastiff/Mix

6 years 5 months


At Cleveland APL

Clay

55431444

Dog

Female/Spayed

Boxer/Mix

4 years 5 months


At Cleveland APL

Max

55663863

Dog

Male/Neutered

Mixed Breed, Large (over 44 lbs fully grown)

8 years 4 months


At Cleveland APL

Heira

55670471

Dog

Female/Spayed

Terrier, Pit Bull/Mix

8 years 4 months


At Cleveland APL

Bella

55672648

Dog

Female/Spayed

Terrier, Pit Bull/Mix

5 years 4 months


At Cleveland APL

Fruity

55699683

Dog

Female/Spayed

Terrier, American Pit Bull/Mix

6 years 4 months


At Cleveland APL

Angus

55728655

Dog

Male/Neutered

Terrier, Pit Bull/Mix

4 years 4 months


At Cleveland APL

Privilege

55854088

Dog

Female/Spayed

Terrier, Pit Bull/Mix

4 years 3 months


At Cleveland APL

Athena

55879926

Dog

Female/Spayed

Terrier, American Pit Bull/Mix

1 years 9 months

Available in Foster

In Foster

Big Foot

55917132

Dog

Male/Neutered

Mixed Breed, Large (over 44 lbs fully grown)/Mix

8 years 3 months


At Cleveland APL

Luna

55929061

Dog

Female/Spayed

Terrier, American Pit Bull/Mix

8 years 3 months


At Cleveland APL

Chai Chai

55929076

Dog

Female/Spayed

Terrier, American Pit Bull/Mix

8 years 3 months


At Cleveland APL

Duke

55958754

Dog

Male/Neutered

Retriever, Labrador/Mastiff

6 years 9 months


At Cleveland APL

Gambit

55965907

Dog

Male/Neutered

Terrier, American Pit Bull/Retriever

2 years 3 months


At Cleveland APL

King

56149030

Dog

Male/Neutered

Terrier, Pit Bull/Mix

2 years 2 months

Available in Foster

In Foster

Kathy

56179533

Dog

Female/Spayed

Terrier, American Pit Bull/Mix

8 years 2 months


At Cleveland APL

Jiah

56182102

Dog

Female/Spayed

Mixed Breed, Medium (up to 44 lbs fully grown)/Mix

7 years 2 months


At Cleveland APL

Lula

56238422

Dog

Female/Spayed

Terrier, American Pit Bull/Mix

10 years 1 month


At Cleveland APL

Sasha

56238436

Dog

Female/Spayed

Terrier, American Pit Bull/Mix

8 years 1 month


At Cleveland APL

Hendrix

56266959

Dog

Male/Neutered

Terrier, American Pit Bull/Mix

3 years 1 month

Available in Foster

In Foster

Shiloh

56279358

Dog

Female/Spayed

Mixed Breed, Medium (up to 44 lbs fully grown)/Mix

6 years 1 month


At Cleveland APL

Macco

56286043

Dog

Male/Neutered

Terrier, American Pit Bull/Mix

2 years 1 month


At Cleveland APL

Rowdy

56319536

Dog

Female/Spayed

Retriever, Labrador/Terrier, American Pit Bull

4 years 1 month


At Cleveland APL

Wilder

56328834

Dog

Male/Neutered

Siberian Husky/Chinese Shar-Pei

4 months

Available in Foster

In Foster

Luna

56333021

Dog

Female/Spayed

German Shepherd/Alaskan Husky

10 years 1 month


At Cleveland APL

King

56347384

Dog

Male/Neutered

Terrier, American Pit Bull/Mix

1 years 1 month


At Cleveland APL

Hermes

56394344

Dog

Male/Neutered

Coonhound

6 years 1 month


At Cleveland APL

Karmel

56398172

Dog

Female/Spayed

Terrier, American Pit Bull/Mix

12 months


At Cleveland APL

Birdie

56425477

Dog

Female/Spayed

Retriever, Labrador/Mix

12 months


At Cleveland APL

Butterhead

56527699

Dog

Male/Neutered

Terrier, Pit Bull/Mix

12 months


At Cleveland APL

Bactavia

56527717

Dog

Female/Spayed

Terrier, American Pit Bull/Mix

8 years


At Cleveland APL

Celtuce

56527735

Dog

Male/Neutered

Terrier, American Pit Bull/Mix

5 years


At Cleveland APL

Cesar

56532092

Dog

Male/Neutered

Terrier, Pit Bull/Mix

4 years


At Cleveland APL

Pharaoh

56545863

Dog

Male/Neutered

Terrier, American Pit Bull/Mix

3 years


At Cleveland APL

Byron

56546012

Dog

Male/Neutered

Terrier, Pit Bull/Mix

2 years


At Cleveland APL

Kylie

56561559

Dog

Female/Spayed

Boxer

5 years


At Cleveland APL

Fancy

56584459

Dog

Female/Spayed

Retriever, Labrador

2 years

Regular Canine Pricing*
Dogs (5 months and older): Start at $125
Puppies (under 5 months): Start at $250
A dog license must be purchased – please add county license to final price.

All dog’s must leave the APL on a leash. If you do not bring one, one can be purchased at the time of adoption.

*Certain animals may have higher or lower adoption fees. See an Adoption Associate for details or call us at 216-771-4616.

Dog and Puppy Adoptions | Cleveland Animal Protective League (2024)

FAQs

How do you answer animal adoption questions? ›

Be honest in your answers and don't lie about anything that you're asked. It's tempting to write down what you think the rescue wants to hear, but this could lead to you matching with a cat or dog who won't fit well in your home environment.

What kind of questions do dog rescues ask references? ›

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  • Have you personally witnessed their care and treatment of animals, and do you feel that they would be a good and responsible pet parent for the pet's entire life?
  • Do they currently have any other pets and how many of each type?
  • Are you aware of any history of rehoming or abuse/neglect to animals?

How to make your dog application stand out? ›

Apply thoughtfully: Provide complete, detailed answers in your application. Include plans for training, dog walking, and back up plans for vacation or emergencies.

What to say when applying for a dog? ›

Provide Detailed Information

When filling out an adoption application, be thorough. Provide as many details as possible about your living situation, family experience and how you plan to care for the animal. Explain your previous experience with raising an animal, including training and exercise regiments.

Why do you want to adopt a rescue dog answer? ›

You save a life.

All animals at our shelter are in need of a second chance. They have been lost, given up or abandoned. They are all unwanted and helpless. You are giving them a new life in a loving home.

How to answer why you want a dog? ›

I have a dog because I love animals and going for long walks." “When my husband occasionally has to leave for work before dawn, it makes me feel safer to have dogs for protection - in addition to the unconditional love they give!” “I wanted both an incentive and a partner to hike in the Santa Monica Mountains.

How to nail a dog adoption interview? ›

Ask lots of questions – you want to ensure a good match as do we! Ask the fosters about the dogs behavior, compatibility, energy level, food and appetite, health, any known behavioral history, any known behavioral issues, any known health history or health issues.

What questions to ask when adopting a rescue dog? ›

11 Questions to Ask When Getting a Dog From a Rescue or Shelter
  • Where did the dog come from? ...
  • How many homes has this dog already had? ...
  • What is the dog's health status? ...
  • What breed or mix of breeds is the dog? ...
  • What is the dog's personality? ...
  • Is the dog potty trained? ...
  • Does this dog get along well with children or strangers?
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What to say as a dog reference? ›

I have experienced no problems as a result of Buster living in the property. Buster is a friendly dog who does not bark or cause a nuisance to the neighbours. Whenever I have visited the property, he has been very well behaved. I have seen no evidence of Buster having caused damage to the property or furnishings.

What makes you a good candidate for adoption? ›

Your adoption agency wants to see that your home is not only safe physically but emotionally as well. A stable home environment includes adequate room for the child, a warm home, and no dangerous areas. Another part of a stable home environment is having a plan of action when you cannot physically care for the child.

What to write on a puppy application? ›

Puppy Application Form
  1. Name * First. Last.
  2. Phone *
  3. Email *
  4. Best times to call you *
  5. Home Address (important to include street, town, state, zip) *
  6. Occupation *
  7. Preferred Dog Gender * Male. Female.
  8. Preferred Dog Size * Miniature. Medium. Standard.

How to write a pet adoption email? ›

Crafting the Perfect Adoption Email
  1. Introducing Yourself and Your Household. ...
  2. Describing Your Experience with Dogs. ...
  3. Explaining Why You Want to Adopt. ...
  4. Detailing Your Living Situation and Lifestyle. ...
  5. Addressing Any Potential Concerns.

What questions do breeders ask? ›

Some sample questions might include:
  • Why this breed?
  • Where do you live? In what conditions will the dog live? Do you have a fenced yard?
  • What other pets do you own now? Breed? How many?
  • Who will be the primary caretaker of the dog?
  • How many hours a day will the dog be left alone?

What is an emotional support dog letter? ›

Having an ESA letter shows others, including your landlord or apartment manager, that you have a medical need for your emotional support animal. An official ESA letter verifies that your support animal helps you cope with a mental or emotional struggle that is not visible in the same way that a physical disability is.

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