Dogs for Adoption in Climax, MI: 14 Dogs Looking for a Home
By Dogs of the Day · Updated



14 dogs and puppies are waiting for homes at 2 rescues and shelters within 50 miles of Climax. Here are all 14, each with photos, their story and how to reach the rescue looking after them.
Of the dogs up for adoption within 50 miles of Climax, 7 puppies, 3 young dogs and 4 adults. The breeds you'll see most are Terrier, Labrador Retriever and Shepherd, along with plenty of one-of-a-kind mixes.
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1. Henna
Young · Female · Labrador Retriever / Shepherd / Mixed (short coat) · 28 mi from Climax




Henna is a 1.5-year-old, 50 lb sweetheart who loves nothing more than being close to her people. She is extremely affectionate and happiest when she’s cuddled up next to you — she truly wants to be the center of your world. If you’re looking for a dog who will actually laugh at your jokes (or at least wag her tail while you tell them), meet Henna!Henna’s Highlights:• Spayed, microchipped & fully vetted• Crate trained• Potty trained• Loves fetch & tug-of-war• Enjoys lounging in the pool, the beach, & playing in the water• Good with kids (just needs reminders not to jump up!)Henna can be a bit shy at first, but once she warms up, her loving and playful personality shines.
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She gets along great with her foster siblings and enjoys playing, but she does best with proper, slow introductions to new dogs. We’re not sure how she is with cats.She is truly such a sweet, playful pup who just needs a home willing to give her love, structure, and patience while she continues to blossom.Her adoption fee is $300.00. If you would like more information about Henna, please email us at projecthoperescue@gmail.com. To apply to adopt, visit our website at www.projecthoperescue.org.
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
2. Sandy
Adult · Female · Shepherd / Mixed (short coat) · 28 mi from Climax




Meet Sandy a 6 year old 33 pound Shepard mix. Sandy was in a kill shelter in Texas with a injured leg, Project Hope pulled her and when we took her to the vet the x-ray showed she had been shot. Her leg had to be amputated. Sandy is all healed up and being a tripod doesn't slow her down. She loves to run around the yard and when time for a nap she will cuddle up on the couch.
Sandy is a little shy and takes a little time to get to know you, but after that she loves to be with you! She gets along with other dogs and would love a playmate. She gets along with cats, but might try to play with them.
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Since she is shy older kids that are respectful is the best! A fenced in yard is required, Sandy is house-trained. She doesn't like to be crated, but if you put her in a crate she is quiet in it, but she is okay not being crated. Sandy is up to date on vaccines, microchipped and spayed. Her adoption fee is $300.00
If you have any questions not answered in this bio, email us at projecthoperescue@gmail.com or to fill out an app for this sweet girl who likes to smile, go to our website at www.projecthoperescue.org
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
- House-trained
- Special needs
3. Lua
Adult · Female · Anatolian Shepherd (short coat) · 28 mi from Climax




Who wants to adopt Lua who thinks taking naps are her job?Lua is a 3yo (estimated) Anatolian Shepherd @ 73 lbs who is spayed, UTD on vaccines, fully vetted, and completely housetrained. She has been an absolute joy to have in our family. She is very friendly, quiet (rarely barks), calm, and easy going. She does well in the crate and prefers it when left alone and sometimes when she just wants to chill in it. She loves naps and bedtime and sleeps like it’s her job! She likes chew toys and treats and giving love licks to anyone willing to accept. Lua LOVES toys and plays fetch with herself or anyone wanting to join in.
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She knows “sit” and is working on other commands. She is doing well on the leash and loves to sniff her way around the neighborhood as we walk. She does much better in the car now that she’s more familiar with riding and on her last trip to the vet sat quietly looking out the window. We don’t have other pets, but she did well in playgroup at the shelter and recently at another foster’s home with medium and large dogs. She very much enjoyed playing and spending time with them. She enjoys wandering around the yard so a fenced yard is needed. Lua is an amazing dog who will make a wonderful, calm, loyal family member.She is spayed, up to date on vaccines and microchipped. Her adoption fee is $300.00. If you would like more information about Lua, please email us at projecthoperescue@gmail.com. To apply to adopt, please visit our website at www.projecthoperescue.org.
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
4. Elle
Adult · Female · Great Pyrenees / Mixed (short coat) · 28 mi from Climax




MEET ELLEElle is a sweet, hesitant Great Pyrenees mix who is learning what it means to feel safe in the domestic world. She was originally rescued as a stray alongside her litter of puppies, and while her past may be a mystery, it’s clear that life as a beloved household pet is still very new to her.Elle is nervous and unsure, and she needs a patient, gentle adopter who is willing to let her navigate new experiences at her own pace. She isn’t a dog who will immediately walk into a new home and know exactly what is expected of her. She’ll need kindness, consistency, gentle handling, and someone willing to help build her confidence as she learns that people, routines, and everyday household life can be safe.Her ideal home:• Patient, gentle and willing to give her time to adjust• No other dogs• No children recommended• Cats are unknown• A quieter, predictable home would likely suit her best* Fenced yardElle would greatly benefit from formal in-home training lessons with her new family.
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This would not only help her continue learning how to navigate the domestic world, but also help establish trust, communication, and structure with the people she’ll be learning to call her own.Elle isn’t looking for someone to rush her. She’s looking for someone willing to meet her where she is and show her, little by little, what being someone’s beloved dog can look like.She is fully vetted including spay, microchip & vaccines. Elle is 2-3 years old and about 65 lbs.Her adoption fee is $300. If you have questions about her not covered in this bio, please email us at projecthoperescue@gmail.com. To apply to adopt, visit our website at www.projecthoperescue.org.
- No young kids
- Only dog
5. Bean
Adult · Male · Terrier / Mixed · 41 mi from Climax




ADOPT OR FOSTER BEAN! ADOPTION ALERT: BEAN HAS ENTERED THE CHAT Have you ever looked at a dog and thought, “I have absolutely no idea what’s going on here, but I love him”? Congratulations. You’ve just met Bean. Bean is a 1-year-old, 36-pound male who looks like someone put a Muppet, a dust mop, and a tiny old man in a blender and accidentally created the most lovable little weirdo on the planet. His face? Confusing. His hair? Unsupervised. His overall vibe? Cryptid caught on camera. And yet… somehow… HE’S PERFECT.Bean is proof that you absolutely should not judge a book by its cover, especially when that book looks like it was written by a raccoon during a power outage.Beneath all that glorious chaos is a good boy who is: Good with dogs Good with cats Good with kids And 100% ready to make your life significantly weirder and more wonderful.At just 36 pounds, Bean is the perfect size for cuddles, adventures, and making your neighbors stop mid-sentence to ask, “Wait… what kind of dog IS that?”Honestly, we don’t know either, Bean.
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And at this point, we’re afraid to ask.What we DO know is that this scruffy little oddball deserves a family who will love him exactly as he is: gloriously goofy, wonderfully strange, and absolutely one of a kind.Bean isn’t for everyone. He’s for someone who understands that normal is overrated. Think your home could use a little more weird? Bean is accepting applications for his forever family! Apply to adopt at maybelslegacy.org
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
6. Crunch
Puppy · Male · Terrier / Mixed · 41 mi from Climax




Meet Crunch! Holy chonks, Batman! Meet Crunch, a 6-week-old bundle of chunky puppy perfection who is ready to steal your heart! This little superhero has extra rolls of cuteness, the sweetest puppy eyes, and a whole lot of growing left to do. Crunch may be a little guy, but he’s already a heavyweight in the cuteness department! Whether he’s waddling into your heart or snuggling up for a well-deserved puppy nap, this little boy is sure to make every day a little sweeter.Are you ready to add a little Crunch to your life? Stay tuned for more about this adorable little guy! Available through Maybel’s Legacy Apply at maybelslegacy.org Add this furbaby to your home by applying today at https://www.maybelslegacy.org/our-animals
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
7. Kit Kat
Puppy · Female · Terrier / Mixed · 41 mi from Climax




Meet Kit Kat! Sweet as chocolate and twice as irresistible! Meet Kit Kat, a 6-week-old little girl who is already serving up the cutest puppy belly and the sweetest face around. This little Kit Kat is ready to melt your heart! With her adorable white-tipped toes, cozy pink sweater, and irresistible puppy charm, she’s basically a little treat wrapped in fur. Whether she’s snuggling up for some sweetness or exploring the world one tiny paw at a time, Kit Kat is sure to be everyone’s favorite indulgence!Who needs a candy bar when you could have a Kit Kat of your very own? Available through Maybel’s Legacy Apply at maybelslegacy.org Add this furbaby to your home by applying today at https://www.maybelslegacy.org/our-animals
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
8. York
Puppy · Male · Terrier / Mixed · 41 mi from Climax




Meet York! A Little Bite of Sweetness! Oh, sweet York! This adorable 6-week-old little boy is ready to melt your heart and add a whole lot of sweetness to your life! Just like his namesake, York is the kind of treat you simply can’t resist! He may be little, but he has a lifetime of love, puppy kisses, silly antics, and snuggles ahead of him. This little guy is just getting started on his big adventure, and he’s hoping his next stop will be a family of his very own. Who needs chocolate when you could have a York curled up in your lap? Available through Maybel’s Legacy Apply at maybelslegacy.org Add this furbaby to your home by applying today at https://www.maybelslegacy.org/our-animals
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
9. SweeTart
Puppy · Female · Terrier / Mixed · 41 mi from Climax




Meet SweeTart! A Little Sweetness with a Whole Lot of Love! Pucker up, puppy lovers! SweeTart is here, and she’s ready to make life a whole lot sweeter! This adorable 6-week-old little girl is the perfect combination of sugary sweetness and irresistible puppy charm. SweeTart is just a tiny baby with a BIG world to explore! She has so many adventures ahead of her, from learning all about the world to growing into someone’s very best friend. She’s looking for a family who will shower her with love, help her learn, and save plenty of room for puppy snuggles!Life is always a little sweeter with a puppy around, and SweeTart is ready to prove it! Got room in your heart for a little sugar? SweeTart is waiting to make your life sweeter! Available through Maybel’s Legacy Apply at maybelslegacy.org Add this furbaby to your home by applying today at https://www.maybelslegacy.org/our-animals
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
10. Skittles
Puppy · Female · Terrier / Mixed · 41 mi from Climax




Taste the Rainbow… Meet Skittles! Sweet, colorful, and impossible to resist! Meet Skittles, a 6-week-old little girl who is ready to sprinkle a whole lot of happiness into someone’s life! This tiny little treat is just a baby, with a world full of adventures waiting for her. From puppy playtime to cozy cuddles, Skittles is ready to grow, learn, and fill her future family’s days with love and laughter. She may be small, but she’s bringing a BIG burst of sweetness wherever she goes! Why settle for a handful of candy when you could have a whole lifetime of Skittles? If your heart could use a little extra color and sweetness, this girl might just be your perfect match! Available through Maybel’s Legacy Apply at maybelslegacy.org Add this furbaby to your home by applying today at https://www.maybelslegacy.org/our-animals
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
11. Twix
Puppy · Male · Terrier / Mixed · 41 mi from Climax




Meet Twix! The Sweetest Little Cowboy! Well, butter my biscuit! There’s a new sheriff in town, and his name is Twix! This adorable 6-week-old little boy is dressed to impress with his cowboy hat, red bandana, and those irresistible puppy-dog eyes. He’s sweeter than caramel, cuter than a candy bar, and guaranteed to steal your heart faster than you can say giddy up! Twix may be just a tiny cowboy right now, but he’s got a whole world of adventures ahead of him! He’s ready to find a family who will shower him with love, give him plenty of snuggles, and help him grow into the very best boy he can be.Looking for a little sweetness in your life? Twix is ready to ride off into the sunset with YOU! Available through Maybel’s Legacy Apply at maybelslegacy.org Add this furbaby to your home by applying today at https://www.maybelslegacy.org/our-animals
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
12. Snickers
Puppy · Male · Terrier / Mixed · 41 mi from Climax




Meet Snickers! The Sweetest Little Snack Around! Hungry for puppy love? Well, Snickers is serving up a whole lot of sweetness! This adorable 6-week-old little boy is ready to satisfy your craving for puppy kisses, cuddles, and enough cuteness to make your heart melt!Just like the candy bar, Snickers is a total treat! He’s still a tiny guy with a BIG future ahead of him, and he’s looking for a family to help him grow, learn, and discover all the wonderful things life has to offer. Warning: Side effects of adopting Snickers may include uncontrollable smiling, excessive snuggling, and falling head over heels in love! Who’s ready to unwrap a lifetime of love with this sweet little boy? Available through Maybel’s Legacy Apply at maybelslegacy.org Add this furbaby to your home by applying today at https://www.maybelslegacy.org/our-animals
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
13. Atlas
Young · Male · Terrier / Mixed · 41 mi from Climax




ATLAS: STRONGLY MONOGAMOUS, OUTDOORSY, AND READY FOR HIS FOREVER ADVENTURE! Meet Atlas! This strikingly handsome, one-year-old boy is looking for his very own human to explore the world with. He’s sleek, he’s smart, he’s got the training, and he’s got a whole lot of love to give!Atlas has been through behavior modification training and has worked hard to become the amazing boy he is today. He’s off-leash trained and knows many basic commands. This guy has put in the work, and now he’s ready to find someone who will appreciate all the effort he’s made!A few things you should know about Atlas: He is an only-dog kind of guy.
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Atlas isn’t interested in sharing his food or toys with other canine companions. I mean, who DOES like sharing their food, though? He would love to be the one and only four-legged king of his castle. He is an OUTDOOR enthusiast. Hiking? YES. Exploring trails? ABSOLUTELY. Camping, adventuring, getting outside, and soaking up everything nature has to offer? SIGN HIM UP! Atlas is a higher-energy pup who would thrive with an active person or family who loves being outdoors as much as he does. He’s a smart cookie. Thanks to his behavior modification training, Atlas has a wonderful foundation of skills. He knows many basic commands and is off-leash trained. He’ll need a family committed to continuing his training and helping him succeed. He’s ridiculously handsome. That gorgeous, striking black coat? Those good looks? The whole package? You’re welcome.Atlas isn’t looking for just any home. He’s looking for HIS home. A person who will take him on adventures, respect his needs, and show him that being someone’s one and only can be the best thing in the world.If you’re looking for a hiking partner, adventure buddy, and loyal best friend who wants to be your one and only, Atlas might just be your guy!Apply to adopt Atlas at maybelslegacy.org #MaybelsLegacy #AdoptAtlas #AdoptDontShop #AdventureBuddy #HikingDog #OnlyDogPlease #RescueDog
- Good with kids
- Only dog
- No cats
- House-trained
14. Jedidiah
Young · Male · Terrier / Terrier / Mixed · 41 mi from Climax




Meet Jed: A Brave Boy Looking for His Person! Nine months old, dressed in his finest all-black coat, and sporting the most gorgeous set of uppy ears you’ve ever seen… Jed is one handsome little gentleman!But underneath those adorable ears is a heart that’s still learning just how wonderful the world can be. Jed has been spending time with a trainer, working on his off-leash skills and learning how to be a brave boy. He’s making strides, building confidence, and discovering that life has so many beautiful things to offer when you have someone in your corner.Jed is the kind of dog who chooses his person, and when he does, that person becomes his WHOLE WORLD.
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He’s looking for someone who will be patient with him, celebrate his progress, and show him that he never has to face the big, scary world alone.Because Jed is still building his confidence, he would do best in a home with older, respectful children who understand that sometimes a boy just needs a little space to feel safe.He may not be the dog who immediately runs up to everyone in the room, but give him a chance to choose you, and you might just become the center of his universe. Jed is looking for: A patient, understanding forever human Older children who respect his boundaries Someone who will continue building his confidence A lifetime of love, security, and adventuresJed doesn’t need a perfect person. He just needs HIS person.Could you be the one his whole world revolves around? Apply to adopt Jed at maybelslegacy.org!#MaybelsLegacy #AdoptJed #RescueDog #BlackDogLove #AdoptDontShop #BraveBoy #RescueDogsAreTheBestDogs
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
- House-trained
Rescues and shelters near Climax
The rescues with the most dogs listed within 50 miles of Climax.
- Maybel's LegacyDorr, MI · 10 dogs · 41 mi from Climax
How to adopt from Maybel's Legacy
A Step-by-step guide for prospective adopters Complete the Adoption Application Once you’ve identified an animal(s) you’re interested in, please fill out our adoption application. This helps us understand your home, lifestyle, and expectations so we can ensure a safe, appropriate match. Speak With an Adoption Team Member for Meet & Greet Once your application is approved, a team member will reach to discuss the animal’s needs, your household, and any questions you may have. If you haven’t yet spent time with the animal, we’ll arrange a meet-and-greet. This is your chance to interact, observe behavior, and make sure the connection feels right. Review and Sign the Adoption Agreement If the match is approved, we will walk you through the Adoption Agreement. This document outlines care expectations, veterinary requirements, and the shared commitment between you and Maybel’s Legacy. If the animal is not yet ready for adoption we will allow you to complete an intent to adopt that will allow us to hold this animal for you until they are ready with the collection of the adoption fee. Set up the Date to Finalize We do not like to send our babies directly home with the adopter post-op. Post-op stress is hard enough; adapting to a new environment just adds stress. We will arrange a time to finalize the adoption and allow you to get your baby home no later than that same Saturday. Pay the Adoption Fee The adoption fee supports medical care, supplies, and the ongoing work of rescuing
- Project Hope Animal RescueColdwater, MI · 4 dogs · 28 mi from Climax
How to adopt from Project Hope Animal Rescue
Signed Adoption Agreement, $175 Adoption Fee
Adopting a dog in Climax
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.
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 Climax
How many dogs are up for adoption in Climax?
As of November 4, 2026, 14 dogs and puppies are listed for adoption within 50 miles of Climax, Michigan, by 2 rescues and shelters. The list is updated every day.
Where can I adopt a dog in Climax?
The rescues with the most dogs near Climax right now are Maybel's Legacy (Dorr, MI) and Project Hope Animal Rescue (Coldwater, MI). Each dog above has the rescue's phone number and website.
Are there puppies for adoption in Climax?
Yes. 7 puppys are up for adoption within 50 miles of Climax.
How do I adopt a dog in Climax?
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.
