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Dogs for Adoption in Jay County, IN: 16 Dogs Looking for a Home

Dogs up for adoption near Jay County, IN

25 dogs and puppies are waiting for homes at 4 rescues and shelters within 50 miles of the middle of Jay County. Here are 16 of the newest arrivals, each with photos, their story and how to reach the rescue looking after them.

Of the dogs up for adoption within 50 miles of the middle of Jay County, 4 puppies, 6 young dogs, 14 adults and 1 senior. The breeds you'll see most are Labrador Retriever, Pit Bull Terrier and Schnauzer, along with plenty of one-of-a-kind mixes.

1. Keeva-

Adult · Female · Staffordshire Bull Terrier / Pit Bull Terrier / Mixed

Hi! My name is Keeva. I am a very sweet girl who loves scratches on the back. I know I look a little cross eyed but That makes me cute in a unique way. I do well on a leash and would love to go on walks with you. I basically love to be anywhere with you. WE can hang out at a park together. I do well with other dogs and with kids. I do need cat tested soon.To adopt one of our animals, please visit our shelter, open Tuesday-Friday from Noon-5pm and Saturday from Noon-4pm. You may also submit an application online from our website at http://www.HelpTheAnimalsINC.com/adopt.

  • Good with kids
  • Good with dogs
Adopt Keeva- fromHelp the Animals Inc.Richmond, IN · listed Nov 3

2. Jax

Puppy (4 months 3 days) · Male · Labrador Retriever / German Shepherd Dog / Mixed (short coat)

ADOPTION FEE $400.00 Jax is ready to find his forever family! At about 4 months old, this Lab/Shepherd mix checks all the puppy boxes: smart, curious, energetic, and adorable! He enjoys children, gets along with other dogs and is working hard on his potty manners. WIth consistency and continued training, Jax is sure to be a star student. If you're looking for a fun-loving pup to grow up alonside your family, Jax might be your guy.
New foster dogs need time to feel safe. They may be skittish or fearful, so always stay with them outside—even in fenced yards. Ensure collars and leashes fit securely to prevent escapes.

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Your gentle presence and protection help them feel loved and secure.
The adoption fee helps allow Perfect Paws to provide all animals with current, age appropriate vaccinations which include, DHLPP, Kennel Cough and Rabies (if the pet is at least 13 weeks old), and spay/neuter when necessary. The fee also helps with the cost of deworming; heartworm testing (if the pet is at least 1 year old), heartworm prevention as well as flea and tick prevention for animals cared for through the rescue. He will go home with a collar, leash, and vaccination record. If you would like to adopt this very special K-9 kid, please go DIRECTLY to our website to complete our convenient Online Adoption Form. Our website is www.perfectpawspetrescue.org cut and paste our web address into your browser to get to our site. Email any questions to perfectpawsrescueinc@gmail.comNO PHONE CALLS PLEASE. Fort Wayne Indiana vicinity.

Adopt Jax fromPerfect Paws Pet Rescue, Inc.Fort Wayne, IN · listed Oct 23

3. Olive

Puppy (4 months 4 days) · Female · Labrador Retriever / German Shepherd Dog / Mixed (short coat)

adoption fee $400.00 Meet Olive! This sweet girl is about 4 months old and has the perfect mix of puppy curiosity and professional snuggle artist. She loves exploring, being close to her people, and of course, a good treat!

Olive is working hard on her potty, crate, and leash manners, and since treats are one of her favorite things, training can be extra fun. With patience, consistency, and lots of love, we believe Olive will grow into a wonderful family companion.
Come meet Olive. She just might be the missing piece to your family!

Read more about Olive

New foster dogs need time to feel safe. They may be skittish or fearful, so always stay with them outside—even in fenced yards. Ensure collars and leashes fit securely to prevent escapes. Your gentle presence and protection help them feel loved and secure.
The adoption fee helps allow Perfect Paws to provide all animals with current, age appropriate vaccinations which include, DHLPP, Kennel Cough and Rabies (if the pet is at least 13 weeks old), and spay/neuter when necessary. The fee also helps with the cost of deworming; heartworm testing (if the pet is at least 1 year old), heartworm prevention as well as flea and tick prevention for animals cared for through the rescue. He will go home with a collar, leash, and vaccination record. If you would like to adopt this very special K-9 kid, please go DIRECTLY to our website to complete our convenient Online Adoption Form. Our website is www.perfectpawspetrescue.org cut and paste our web address into your browser to get to our site. Email any questions to perfectpawsrescueinc@gmail.comNO PHONE CALLS PLEASE. Fort Wayne Indiana vicinity.

Adopt Olive fromPerfect Paws Pet Rescue, Inc.Fort Wayne, IN · listed Oct 22

4. Bonni

Adult · Female · Treeing Walker Coonhound

Hi! My name is Bonni. I am a timid, sweet loving girl who needs to earn trust with people she meets. It takes a little bit to warm up but does take a treat gently from your hand. Sitting with me is fine and would like that much more. I would like a backyard with a tall fence since I may escape from a shorter fence. Once I get use to things I may love to go on walks. I do fine with other dogs and kids who are gentle with me. I do need cat tested. Come meet me and hang out with me.To adopt one of our animals, please visit our shelter, open Tuesday-Friday from Noon-5pm and Saturday from Noon-4pm. You may also submit an application online from our website at http://www.HelpTheAnimalsINC.com/adopt.

  • Good with kids
  • Good with dogs
Adopt Bonni fromHelp the Animals Inc.Richmond, IN · listed Oct 20

5. Lexi

Adult · Female · Boxer / Pit Bull Terrier / Mixed

Hi! My name is Lexi. I came in with no hair on half of me. I was found loose. I am now safe and getting myself healthy again. I am very sweet and lovable. I am treat motivated. I do well on leash and would love to go on a short walk. I am very quiet. I do well with other dogs and with kids. I do need cat tested. It will be a while before I can find myself a new home.To adopt one of our animals, please visit our shelter, open Tuesday-Friday from Noon-5pm and Saturday from Noon-4pm. You may also submit an application online from our website at http://www.HelpTheAnimalsINC.com/adopt.

  • Good with kids
  • Good with dogs
Adopt Lexi fromHelp the Animals Inc.Richmond, IN · listed Oct 14

6. Lily

Young (7 months) · Female · Chihuahua / Terrier / Mixed (short coat)

ADOPTION $450.00Lily is a sweet young Chihuahua mix, under a year old, who is looking for a patient family to call her own. She’s working hard on her potty manners and, with a little gentle encouragement, we know she’ll earn that gold star soon!

The world can still feel a little scary to Lily, so a kind voice and patient heart will help her blossom. Once she feels safe and comfortable, she loves to cuddle close.
Lily is fully vetted and ready to find the loving family who will show her just how wonderful forever can be.

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New foster dogs need time to feel safe. They may be skittish or fearful, so always stay with them outside—even in fenced yards. Ensure collars and leashes fit securely to prevent escapes. Your gentle presence and protection help them feel loved and secure.
The adoption fee helps allow Perfect Paws to provide all animals with current, age appropriate vaccinations which include, DHLPP, Kennel Cough and Rabies (if the pet is at least 13 weeks old), and spay/neuter when necessary. The fee also helps with the cost of deworming; heartworm testing (if the pet is at least 1 year old), heartworm prevention as well as flea and tick prevention for animals cared for through the rescue. He will go home with a collar, leash, and vaccination record. If you would like to adopt this very special K-9 kid, please go DIRECTLY to our website to complete our convenient Online Adoption Form. Our website is www.perfectpawspetrescue.org cut and paste our web address into your browser to get to our site. Email any questions to perfectpawsrescueinc@gmail.comNO PHONE CALLS PLEASE. Fort Wayne Indiana vicinity.

Adopt Lily fromPerfect Paws Pet Rescue, Inc.Fort Wayne, IN · listed Oct 7

7. Kylee

Adult · Female · Labrador Retriever / Pit Bull Terrier / Mixed

Hi! My name is Kylee. I am very sweet and needy. I just wanted love and attention. I will have the zoomies once I'm all pumped up. As a puppy, I just love being with people. I want to take walks and run in a yard. I do fine with other dogs. I do fine around cats. I do fine with kids. Please adopt me and raise me as the best dog ever.To adopt one of our animals, please visit our shelter, open Tuesday-Friday from Noon-5pm and Saturday from Noon-4pm. You may also submit an application online from our website at http://www.HelpTheAnimalsINC.com/adopt.

  • Good with kids
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
Adopt Kylee fromHelp the Animals Inc.Richmond, IN · listed Sep 25

8. Moana

Young · Female · Pit Bull Terrier / Affenpinscher / Mixed

HI! My name is Moana. I am a sweet girl who has a lot of energy to get out. I love to play and run and would be great for an active family. I need a lot of walks and some good training. I do fine on leash and would love to get out and meet you. I do fine with other dogs and kids. I do need cat tested. Come meet me because I want to meet you.To adopt one of our animals, please visit our shelter, open Tuesday-Friday from Noon-5pm and Saturday from Noon-4pm. You may also submit an application online from our website at http://www.HelpTheAnimalsINC.com/adopt.

  • Good with kids
  • Good with dogs
Adopt Moana fromHelp the Animals Inc.Richmond, IN · listed Sep 24

9. Brisket

Adult · Male · Shepherd / Catahoula Leopard Dog / Mixed

Hi! My name is Brisket. I am a sweet guy but also scared at times. I do fine in loving on me. I may be scared for a little while since I was left behind in a home. I just need to learn to begin love again with people. I do fine on leash. I wouldn't mind getting out and enjoy the weather and get me to open up more. I do fine with other dogs. I would prefer older children. Im okay with cats!To adopt one of our animals, please visit our shelter, open Tuesday-Friday from Noon-5pm and Saturday from Noon-4pm. You may also submit an application online from our website at http://www.HelpTheAnimalsINC.com/adopt.

  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
Adopt Brisket fromHelp the Animals Inc.Richmond, IN · listed Sep 17

10. Marcy

Young · Female · Jack Russell Terrier / Chihuahua / Mixed

Hi! My name is Marcy. I am cute and bouncy girl. I am very hyper girl who wants all the attention from you. I will literally bounce around and into your lap. Please do keep in mind that I am very active dog. I do give good kisses to you. I do alright on leash but would love to run in the yard or have a play mate to play with. I am selective with other dogs, and I do great with kids. I may not like cats. I am ready for my new home.To adopt one of our animals, please visit our shelter, open Tuesday-Friday from Noon-5pm and Saturday from Noon-4pm. You may also submit an application online from our website at http://www.HelpTheAnimalsINC.com/adopt.

  • Good with kids
  • No cats
Adopt Marcy fromHelp the Animals Inc.Richmond, IN · listed Aug 26

11. Daisy

Young · Female · Poodle (unknown type) / Pug / Mixed

Daisy is a poodle/pug/beagle mix puppy (yes, really, we double checked) with a poodle’s build and energy level. Her coat is wiry and soft, and she has the longest, softest ears.She’s an active, athletic girl who loves to run and play and has zero interest in sitting still, until she’s tired, that is, and then she’s out. She’s toy motivated, fairly smart, and picks up on training well, but she’s also got an independent streak, so she does best with someone willing to put in consistent time with her. That investment will pay off. Underneath all that energy is a genuine snuggle bug who wants nothing more than to crash on your lap once she’s had her exercise for the day.Daisy is confident.

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With other dogs, she’s playful but pushy, she doesn’t always listen to their cues and just wants to play, and she’ll try that approach even with dogs twice her size. She’d do best paired with a dog that has some patience and can roll with a puppy who hasn’t figured out boundaries yet, but will not let her completely take control. Most cats aren’t a good match for her, unless they are very confident and willing to stand up for themselves or very rowdy and playful with dogs, otherwise she will just jump on them trying to play. She loves people and gets thrilled to meet new ones. She just hasn’t learned yet that jumping isn’t the best way to say hello.She’s great with kids, but she plays like a puppy plays, so she’ll do best in a home with school-age children rather than toddlers who can’t handle her enthusiasm.She’s crate trained and sleeps through the night without a fuss. House training is still a work in progress. She does well on a regular schedule but doesn’t yet reliably ask to go out on her own.Daisy is going to grow into a dog who could really do something with all that drive, whether that’s agility, a job to do, or just being the confident leader of her own little pack. She needs a home ready to channel her energy rather than fight it.She’ll be around 20 pounds full grown. Because she’s still too young to be spayed, Daisy will go home on a foster-to-adopt contract.Interested in Daisy? Head to www.midwestpetrefuge.com/adoptIf you are interested in adopting this pet, please go to www.midwestpetrefuge.com/adopt to complete an application. Completing a questionnaire on any other website does not submit an application to our rescue, you must complete one on our website. If you have any questions, please email us at adopt@MidwestPetRefuge.com

  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
Adopt Daisy fromMidwest Pet RefugePortland, IN · listed Aug 14

12. Raleigh

Adult · Female · Staffordshire Bull Terrier / Pit Bull Terrier / Mixed

Raleigh is a sweet, affectionate girl who loves people, back scratches, treats, and going for walks. She walks well on a leash, does great with other dogs and kids, and cats. Raleigh has been at the shelter far too long and was heartbreakingly returned after getting out. Now she's hoping for a family that will give her the forever home she truly deserves.To adopt one of our animals, please visit our shelter, open Tuesday-Friday from Noon-5pm and Saturday from Noon-4pm. You may also submit an application online from our website at http://www.HelpTheAnimalsINC.com/adopt.

  • Good with kids
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
Adopt Raleigh fromHelp the Animals Inc.Richmond, IN · listed Aug 8

13. Fawnee-

Adult · Female · Australian Shepherd / Coonhound / Mixed

Hi! My name is Fawnee. I am such a sweet and very shy girl who needs love and trust to come out of her shell. She does get a little nervous but does warm up to you very quickly. I also need a friend to play with and to keep me company. I do come up to my kennel and wag my tail at you. I do fine with other dogs and with kids. I haven't been around cats yet. I really want a family to love me.To adopt one of our animals, please visit our shelter, open Tuesday-Friday from Noon-5pm and Saturday from Noon-4pm. You may also submit an application online from our website at http://www.HelpTheAnimalsINC.com/adopt.

  • Good with kids
  • Good with dogs
Adopt Fawnee- fromHelp the Animals Inc.Richmond, IN · listed Jul 30

14. Labracadabra

Adult · Male · Labrador Retriever / Mixed

Hi! My name is Labracadabra. I Just appeared here to find my new home. I am a sweet guy who takes a minute to warm up to you. When I do I fall into your lap for scratches. I know my commands like sit, lay down and I do shake paws with you for a treat of course. I love walks and to lay in the grass to cool off. I do fine with other dogs, but I do need to do a meet and greet to be sure that I like the other dog or not. I need tested around cats and I do fine with older children. I will be ready for my new home soon.To adopt one of our animals, please visit our shelter, open Tuesday-Friday from Noon-5pm and Saturday from Noon-4pm. You may also submit an application online from our website at http://www.HelpTheAnimalsINC.com/adopt.

  • Good with dogs
Adopt Labracadabra fromHelp the Animals Inc.Richmond, IN · listed Jul 8

15. Alfie

Adult · Male · Chihuahua / Dachshund / Mixed

Alfie gets along well with other dogs, though like most dogs he has his own opinions about toy sharing and isn’t shy about voicing them with a growl if another dog gets a little too close to something he’s claimed.Alfie came to us after being left behind when his person moved out. His roommates didn’t want to take on his care, so one of them brought him to us instead. It wasn’t his fault, and he’s settling in and doing his best to figure out this new chapter.He’s still a bit timid and is just starting to get comfortable sitting on a lap for any length of time, so he’ll do best with adopters who can give him time and space to build trust at his own pace.

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He’s not completely potty trained and is actively working on it with his foster.Alfie is neutered, vaccinated, heartworm tested, microchipped, and treated for parasites. His adoption fee is $150.If Alfie sounds like the right fit for your home, please complete an application at www.midwestpetrefuge.com/adopt.If you are interested in adopting this pet, please go to www.midwestpetrefuge.com/adopt to complete an application. Completing a questionnaire on any other website does not submit an application to our rescue, you must complete one on our website. If you have any questions, please email us at adopt@MidwestPetRefuge.com

  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
Adopt Alfie fromMidwest Pet RefugePortland, IN · listed Jun 18

16. Banjo

Adult · Male · Border Collie / Mixed

Hi! My name is Banjo. I am a very sweet timid guy. I need the extra attention just to loosen up a little. I am timid when trying to get leashed, but I am not aggressive at all. I love treats an any food that comes at me. I do fine on leash and wouldn't mind going on a short walk nearby or let me roam in a play yard. I like attention and scratches on the head and back. I do fine with other dogs but a meet and greet is always a must. I should be fine around kids but prefer older children. I do need cat tested if you have cats in the home.To adopt one of our animals, please visit our shelter, open Tuesday-Friday from Noon-5pm and Saturday from Noon-4pm. You may also submit an application online from our website at http://www.HelpTheAnimalsINC.com/adopt.

  • Good with dogs
Adopt Banjo fromHelp the Animals Inc.Richmond, IN · listed May 13

Rescues and shelters near Jay County

The rescues with the most dogs listed within 50 miles of the middle of Jay County.

Cities and towns in Jay County

Adopting a dog in Jay County

Most rescues ask you to fill in an application, meet the dog, and pay an adoption fee that usually covers spaying or neutering, vaccinations and a microchip. Many are foster-based, so you'll often meet your dog in a volunteer's home rather than a shelter.

Senior dogs are often the calmest companions and the slowest to find homes. If you'd like a settled, affectionate dog, ask the rescues about their older residents.

Puppies go quickly, so if you've fallen for one, contact the rescue soon. Ask how big they're expected to grow, and plan for plenty of house-training and training in the first few months.

Questions about adopting a dog in Jay County

How many dogs are up for adoption in Jay County?

As of November 4, 2026, 25 dogs and puppies are listed for adoption within 50 miles of the middle of Jay County, Indiana, by 4 rescues and shelters. The list is updated every day.

Where can I adopt a dog in Jay County?

The rescues with the most dogs near Jay County right now are Help the Animals Inc. (Richmond, IN), Fort Wayne Animal Care and Control (Fort Wayne, IN) and Perfect Paws Pet Rescue, Inc. (Fort Wayne, IN). Each dog above has the rescue's phone number and website.

Are there puppies for adoption in Jay County?

Yes. 4 puppys are up for adoption within 50 miles of the middle of Jay County.

How do I adopt a dog in Jay County?

Pick a dog and contact the rescue or shelter looking after them. Most ask you to fill in an application, meet the dog, and pay an adoption fee that usually covers spaying or neutering, vaccinations and a microchip.

Listings are updated daily. Rescues are responsible for their own listings; a dog may have been adopted since this page was updated.