Dogs for Adoption in Lockington, OH: 20 Dogs Looking for a Home
101 dogs and puppies are waiting for homes at 4 rescues and shelters within 50 miles of Lockington. Here are the 20 nearest, each with photos, their story and how to reach the rescue looking after them.
Of the dogs up for adoption within 50 miles of Lockington, 25 puppies, 18 young dogs, 53 adults and 4 seniors. The breeds you'll see most are American Pit Bull Terrier, Labrador Retriever and Beagle, along with plenty of one-of-a-kind mixes.
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1. Patches
Patches would like you to patch his life back together with your love!
This sweet boy is a 2 Year old beagle Basset hound mix who came to us from a hoarding situation in St. Louis Missouri. He is good with other dogs and lived in a foster home in Missouri for a few weeks with cats so no issues there as well!
This sweet boy does not understand the term personal space! He wants to be in your lap and be loved! He is a little timid at first but warms up quickly! Another four-legged friend would help show him the ropes!
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Patches is completely up-to-date, neutered, and ready to go! When he was first picked up with the other dogs they did have a bit of a flea infestation that has Long since been cleared up but he still has some patchy skin as a result and it is starting to come back in nicely!
Patches’ adoption fee is $300 and he will need to go to a home with a fenced in yard. He is currently located in Columbus Ohio. If you are interested in Patches or any of our other dogs please fill out the application on our website and email us once approved. Ohio and bordering states only please!
ohiobassetrescue.com
ohbassetrescue@yahoo.com
Adoption Process:
Apply online at ohiobassetrescue.com. Applicants who have been approved within 6 months can email us at ohbassetrescue@yahoo.com to schedule a meet. Please note we only process applications where the adopter lives in OH, IN, KY, PA, WV, lower MI. Adopters MUST be willing to travel to meet the dog they are adopting. Dogs locations are listed on their profiles. Please understand we are all volunteers and will respond as soon as we can as we all have jobs and family obligations.
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
2. Ham
UPDATE NOV 2026
Ham has landed in a foster home! This sweet boy is Heartworm positive so will be in foster for a few months unless we can find him a forever home close to Columbus OH!
Ham is 4yo, beagle, who came from a hoarding situation in St. Louis MO. He is a sweet timid boy who will open up after a few days! He was in a temp foster homer in MO for a few weeks getting vetted. He is good with cats and dogs!
We will update you on Ham’s progress! Right now he is on stage one of HW treatment and goes back to the vet for stage 2 the first week of Dec!
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Any donations to our general fund to help us with his vetting would be greatly appreciated! The HW treatments are around $3,000 plus he will still need to he neutered after his treatment is complete!
Donations can be made by clicking the link in this post or visit our website for PayPal/credit card and Venmo info!
ohiobassetrescue.com
OCT 2026
Who is this sweet man? That man is Ham! He is a 4yo beagle basset mix.
Ham needs the most special forever home because he needs somebody who is willing to adopt or foster him and help him through heartworm treatment, at OBHR‘s cost!
Ham came to OBHR with two other dogs from a hoarding situation in St. Louis Missouri. He is good with other dogs and lived in a foster home in St. Louis for a few weeks with cats with no issues also. He is a shy guy who would do best with another dog to keep him company. He is up-to-date on his shots, However he is not able to be neutered until after his heartworm treatment is complete as we cannot subject him to anesthesia until his heart is healthy. All of this will be done at our cost as long as you can bring him back to our Vet in the Columbus area for treatment.
Ham will need to go to a home with a fenced in yard and he is currently located in the Columbus area. If you are willing to open your heart and home to this special boy, please fill out the online application on our website and once Approved shoot us an email. We are looking for either a Foster, Foster to adopt or adaptive home for him! Ohio and bordering states only please.
ohiobassetrescue.com
ohbassetrescue@yahoo.com
Adoption Process:
Apply online at ohiobassetrescue.com. Applicants who have been approved within 6 months can email us at ohbassetrescue@yahoo.com to schedule a meet. Please note we only process applications where the adopter lives in OH, IN, KY, PA, WV, lower MI. Adopters MUST be willing to travel to meet the dog they are adopting. Dogs locations are listed on their profiles. Please understand we are all volunteers and will respond as soon as we can as we all have jobs and family obligations.
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
3. Elmer
We call him Elmer because just like glue, he wants to be stuck to you!
This sweet boy is a two year-old beagle Basset hound mix who came to us from a hoarding situation in St. Louis Missouri. He is a sweet boy who Is a little timid at first but becomes a social butterfly! His new owners need to be ready to keep flipping those ears back over because they are always flipped back on his head in that cute little look!
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He is good around other dogs, and was in a foster home for a few weeks in Missouri with cats before he came to us with no issues. He is completely up-to-date, neutered, and ready to go to a new home! They did have a bit of a flea infestation when they were first picked up which is why they have patchy skin, but that has Long since been cleared up and he is healing up nicely! One of the vets who looked at Elmer recommended possibly feeding him in a ceramic bowl for food and water for a while until the skin around his face clears up.
Elmer will need to go to a home with a fenced in yard and his adoption fee is $300. He is currently located in Columbus Ohio. If you are interested in adopting Elmer or any of our other dogs please visit our website to fill out the online application, and once Approved shoot us an email! Ohio and bordering states only please! ohiobassetrescue.com ohbassetrescue@yahoo.com
Adoption Process:
Apply online at ohiobassetrescue.com. Applicants who have been approved within 6 months can email us at ohbassetrescue@yahoo.com to schedule a meet. Please note we only process applications where the adopter lives in OH, IN, KY, PA, WV, lower MI. Adopters MUST be willing to travel to meet the dog they are adopting. Dogs locations are listed on their profiles. Please understand we are all volunteers and will respond as soon as we can as we all have jobs and family obligations.
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
4. Lulu
Meet Lulu! Lulu is a sweet 2 1/2 year-old female basset hound looking for a new home. Lulu is a very friendly and loving girl who for the most part is pretty quiet! She loves to play with toys and she loves to snuggle! And she has these eyes that will win you over and have you wrapped around her little paw!
Read more about Lulu
We do not know Lulu‘s complete background, we were told that one of her former owners was older and had a hard time walking so she was rehomed. We were also told that there was another Former Owner who was moving out of state and could not take her. The family that relinquished Lulu to us loved her dearly but was having an issue with Lulu not wanting to share her humans with the other dogs in the house.
She did feed Lulu separately due to some food aggression with her other dogs. She is definitely a basset when it comes to getting into some things left out! She is cute and sneaky!
Lulu will need a home with somebody who has previously owned a basset hound and is familiar with their stubborn nature! She is dog selective as she was fine with one of the other dogs in her last home but did not want to share her human with the other. New owners will need to discipline her and teach her sharing manners. She is not cat tested.
Kids age 10 minimum. She will also require a home with a fenced in yard. Lulu‘s adoption fee is $300 and she is spayed and up-to-date on all of her shots. If
you are interested in Lulu or any of the other dogs please fill out the application on our website and if already approved or once Approved please email us. Ohio and bordering states only please. ohiobassetrescue.com ohbassetrescue@yahoo.com
Adoption Process:
Apply online at ohiobassetrescue.com. Applicants who have been approved within 6 months can email us at ohbassetrescue@yahoo.com to schedule a meet. Please note we only process applications where the adopter lives in OH, IN, KY, PA, WV, lower MI. Adopters MUST be willing to travel to meet the dog they are adopting. Dogs locations are listed on their profiles. Please understand we are all volunteers and will respond as soon as we can as we all have jobs and family obligations.
- House-trained
5. Turbo
Meet TURBO! Turbo is a 5yo beagle in need of a new home! Turbo came from a home with kids, cats and dogs! He is a really sweet boy who is very playful and loving! Turbo is located in the Columbus area and will need a home with a fenced in yard.
Read more about Turbo
Apply online at ohiobassetrescue.com. Applicants who have been approved within 6 months can email us at ohbassetrescue@yahoo.com to schedule a meet. Please note we only process applications where the adopter lives in OH, IN, KY, PA, WV, lower MI. Adopters MUST be willing to travel to meet the dog they are adopting. Dogs locations are listed on their profiles. Please understand we are all volunteers and will respond as soon as we can as we all have jobs and family obligations.
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
- House-trained
6. Sky
Meet Sky! This chunky little diva hound mix is looking for some humans that will do her bidding, feed her on time in a personalized dish, buy her a bejeweled collar, and make sure she is the only Queen of the castle!
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Sky is an active dog who will need an active family! She does not require a home with a fence but will definitely need to be leashed. No fence because doesn’t like them. Hates them actually. You can have the best fence possible, and this diva, if left alone in the yard for even 5 minutes will try to squeeze her chunky girth through any chink in the armor. Now to be honest the last time she tried that, chunky monkey got stuck in the fence and had to be dragged out in a very unladylike fashion. She may have learned a lesson. She may not have. We don’t want to take the chance. So lots of walks would be best!
Queen Diva Sky also has another thing she doesn’t like. Competition. Now don’t get us wrong she’s been in a foster home with several other dogs for a few months and even was dog sat in another home for about 2 weeks with another dog with no issue….but as she has settled in this spoiled diva has decided she needs to he the Head Diva in Charge, Queen of the Castle, Her Royal Highness. Basically she’s a snob and goes after the other girls You must only have eyes for her! Now she has not tried anything with the boys, but again we don’t want to take a chance so we are saying she needs to be an only dog. Again she can visit dogs, go to dog parks, even have overnight stays, but when it comes to commitment….she wants you to have only eyes for her!
We really can’t tell you about cats. Her foster mom is allergic so she can’t be cat tested.
Housebroken? Absolutely! Did we mention she’s a diva? She knows to go outside. She does not destroy things in the house so she doesn’t need a crate as an only dog.
Vetting? Done. Shots. Spayed. Microchipped. Heartworm negative. Slightly chunky? Yes but that’s her foster dad’s fault. Too many treats! I mean it’s not a bad thing. Did help her get stuck in that fence.
Fee? $300 and you can adopt a Diva. In exchange you will get a lifetime of love, may learn a few new swear words, definitely have a snuggle buddy, will be expected to have dinner ready on time, and provide a new toy monthly.
Location? Dayton area. We do adopt to Ohio and bordering states. We don’t dog dash but we can meet you part way. I mean unless you’re in Philly. Then we can meet you a small portion of the way. May be able to drop off in Cleveland if you can provide a few tickets to the Dog Pound. Bengals fans? We will think about it.
Have you already been approved by OBHR? Email us. Ohbassetrescue@yahoo.com That’s with only one T. Bassett=furniture Basset=drooling hairball on 4 legs. Not approved yet? Apply at ohiobassetrescue.com. Then our people will call your people. We will talk. Arrangements will be made. If the diva approves she will bless you with her presence.
Thank you for your time and please share this post. You may know the perfect minions who will be the Diva’s food slaves for life!
- Only dog
- House-trained
7. Daisy
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
8. Alfie
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
9. Boomer J. Fox
Hey! It's me Boomer!!! Boomer J. Fox! Why yes, I do look like Micheal J. Fox's dog, Boomer! Is he looking for an addition to his family? Are you looking for your own celebrity impersonator? Here I am, strait from the hair stylest and ready to audition to be your new best friend! A little about me: I am a young (1 1/2 year old), male.I have a stunning shaggy coat of gray, white and a touch of tan. My coat is easily managed with regular brushings and I don't require expensive trips to the groomer, if maintained. My breed? Your guess is as good as mine!? Sheep dog? Wolf dog? Wolf doodle? Yankee doodle Dandy? I don't know? I don't take things to seriously.
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I am here for the fun! Life of the party! Expert doofus! I am crate trained, potty trained, do great in the car and occasionally walk into walls becouse I'm goofing off!! Life's too fun to be "normal". If you are ready to add your own comedy skit have your people call my people at Adopt A Pit!
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
10. Patsy
Meet Patsy—a little sweetheart with a whole lot of love to give! Patsy is a 1-year-old Beagle mix, weighs around 25 pounds and has the sweetest, shy personality. Patsy may take a little time to warm up, but underneath her shy exterior is a loving girl who absolutely adores snuggling. She’s crate trained and gets along well with dogs, cats, and kids. Patsy would thrive in a calmer home where she can feel safe, build confidence, and let her sweet personality shine. Some of her favorite things are running and playing in the backyard and lounging on the deck in a sunny spot. If you have a home that’s on the quieter side, and a little extra love to give, Patsy could be your perfect companion. Apply to adopt this precious girl today!
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
- House-trained
11. Linden
Are you looking for a super fun, super playful, and super “helpful” young lady to entertain you? Meet Linden! This girl absolutely loves to have a good time, she loves kids and loves other dogs. Linden lives with cats, and isn’t phased! Linden absolutely adores kids. She loves to play but also loves to snuggle up with them for all the belly rubs in the world. Lindens second favorite hobby is sun bathing in the back yard or on the deck! Linden is good on a leash, she knows sit, shake and down. Linden is also quiet in her crate! Apply to adopt this super fun young lady! Coming in at 37 pounds, she is the perfect size for any family in any setting! Apply today!
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
- House-trained
12. Redford
Hi! My foster mom calls me Robert Redford bc I’m a distinguished handsome boy and I have a gorgeous red hue to my coat!
I’m a very happy boy and I love to go for long walks. I also love practicing my obedience skills and earning lots of yummy treats for being so good! I just love to please my people and make them proud of me.
My perfect day includes a long fall hike, learning new fun tricks, and curling up for a relaxing nap with my people. I also don’t mind bath time bc to be honest I just love when my people are paying attention to me. I’m very tolerant of them doting on me and playing with me.
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I’ll be the perfect companion for active gang who enjoys a day walking and playing, and snuggling up to relax with my people before I go to sleep in my crate.
- Good with kids
- House-trained
13. Sammie
Hi, it's me Sammie! I am a 10.5 month old, male, australian shepherd /german shepherd mix. Don't let that scare you! I have the brains of both breeds. I have a stunning coat of black tan and merle. And I am the perfect balance of playful puppy and time to tuck myself in for a nap. Did I mention I'm smart? I like to self train- train you! I am create trained, go to the door when it's time to go outside and ride great shotgun. I know all of my basic commands, and I'm eager to learn more. I am both food and positive reinforcement motivated. And I love to show you my new tricks. I love all the people, kids, dogs and I even kissed a cat ( and I liked it!). I am both brains and bueaty! Don't wait! I can't! And I won't last long here at Adopt A Pit.
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
- House-trained
14. Crumpet
Meet Crumpet! She’s been guessed at 4 and at 8 and at 2 so we’re going with 4 since she acts like a puppy half the time and an old lady half the time. She’s a micro bully (bulldog) and she’ll provide you with all the little gremlin noises your heart desires. She’s good with dogs and cats and LOOOOVES basketballs (random, we know). She sits (hilarious) for treats. She takes treats gently, she’s good in the car, potty trained and not destructive (except those delicious basketballs….).
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
- House-trained
15. Vittoria
This beautiful 10 month old, per the vet’s guess, girl is Vittoria, a 60-lb Great Pyrenees mix who is ready to find her forever family!
Vittoria is the perfect mix of playful and affectionate. She loves having fun, but she’s also a total cuddle bug who would happily snuggle up with her people. Vittoria is good with other dogs, great with kids, house trained, crate trained, great in the car, good on the leash, and knows basic commands.
She’s a wonderful young girl who would love a family that will give her all the love, attention, and adventures she deserves. She has so much love to give and is ready to be someone’s very best friend.
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- House-trained
16. Sausage Sam
Meet Sausage Sam!
Hi! My name is Sausage Sam but my foster parents call me Sam or Moose (if you know, you know.) I am a 4 Month Old Male Husky Mix and I currently weigh 10 lbs! My foster parents found my brother (Dean Jimmy) and I playing in the road, and told us that wasn’t a safe place for us to play. They took us home, fed us, and gave us baths because mom said we were stinky.
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I am a very smart boy and very curious. I like to sit and watch the world around me. I learned how to use a pee pad, go potty outside, and go to my crate when mom asks. I love to run and play with my brother and my foster siblings until I get sleepy and love to snuggle up on the couch and take a nap. Rope toys are my favorite, I love playing tug! I am very brave and will protect you from leaves squirrels ️ and Amazon drivers! I’m great with kids and other dogs. I haven’t been around cats before, but mom thinks I would be happy with any new friends to play with! I didn’t get to eat as much as I needed to before my parents got me, so I eat very quickly now and do not like to share food. I do best eating in my crate where I feel safe! I am FULLY VETTED! I am a very good and sweet boy and can’t wait for my forever family to take me home!
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
17. Dean Jimmy
Meet Dean Jimmy!
Hi! My name is Dean Jimmy but my foster parents call me Dean or Squirrel ️ (if you know, you know.) I am a 4 Month Old Male Husky Mix and I currently weigh 7 lbs! My foster parents found my brother (Sausage Sam) and I playing in the road, and told us that wasn’t a safe place for us to play. They took us home, fed us, and gave us baths because mom said we were stinky.
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I am a very smart boy and very curious. I like to sit and watch the world around me or sit and smile . I learned how to use a pee pad, and ask for go potty outside. I love to run and play with my brother and my foster siblings until I get sleepy and love to snuggle up on the couch and take a nap. Rope toys are my favorite, I love playing tug! I am very brave and will protect you from leaves, squirrels, and Amazon drivers! I’m great with kids and other dogs. I haven’t been around cats before, but mom thinks I would be happy with any new friends to play with! I love to be included and would love to follow you anywhere! I am a very good and sweet boy and can’t wait for my forever family to take me home!
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
18. Auggie
Meet Auggie! ❤️
Auggie is 4 years old and just under 70lbs. He is one of the goofiest, sweetest, most affectionate dogs you will ever meet. Auggie absolutely LOVES his people. He thrives on attention, affection, and being part of the family. He has the funniest personality and brings so much laughter and happiness into his foster’s home. He is wonderful with children and cats, and has always been incredibly loving.
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
- House-trained
19. Brutus
Meet Brutus! ❤️ This sweet senior boxer mix still has plenty of love and life to share! He's dog, cat, and kid friendly, and his favorite game is a good round of fetch. Brutus does struggle with separation anxiety, so he'd love a home where someone understands his need for a little extra reassurance and companionship. He's a loyal, loving guy looking for a family to spend his golden years with. Could that be you?
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
- House-trained
20. BottleCap
Hi, my name is BottleCap! Like the candy, I'm sweet and a little tangy! I am about 1 year old and I am a lean, 50-ish pounds. I think I'm a perfect lap dog size. I'm not too big, not too small. I'm JUUSSST RIGHT!
I am a handsome Labrador Retriever mix.
I LOVE to give kisses and I'm a great cuddler!
I am really smart and a good boy! I still have lots of puppy energy and get the zoomies. I love to play fetch! I like ALL the toys and can be a bit of a toy hoarder! I love people and other dogs.
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I sleep in my crate all night and I will hang out in there for quiet time and chew a bone or Kong toy. I go to the door when I need to potty. I'm good on a leash and I know "sit" and "down"! I WILL work for treats!
Ready for a sweet treat? Apply to adopt me today!
- Good with kids
- Good with dogs
- Good with cats
- House-trained
Rescues and shelters near Lockington
The rescues with the most dogs listed within 50 miles of Lockington.
- Adopt A Pit Rescue IncGermantown, OH · 82 dogs · 41 mi from Lockington
How to adopt from Adopt A Pit Rescue Inc
Applicants must fill out an application at www.adoptapitrescue.org/apply. We screen all applications, with approved applicants passing a vet and landlord check. All pets in the home must be spayed/neutered and up to date on all vaccinations and on year-round heartworm preventative. Non-homeowners must have permission from their landlord to have a dog. Once approved, we schedule a home visit, where an adoption representative takes the dog to the adopter's home to see if the dog is a good fit for the family and other pets, as well as verify the home is a safe environment for the dog. If everyone feels the dog is a good fit, a contract is signed, adoption fee is paid, and the family takes possession of the dog, unless other arrangements are made. Typical adoption fees are $175 for adult dogs and $200 for puppies. We reserve the right to charge different fees for "designer" breeds. All of our dogs are spayed/neutered, up to date on age appropriate vaccinations, heartworm tested, and on heartworm preventative at the time of adoption. All dogs have been examined by our veterinarian and given a clean bill of health at the time of adoption.
- Help the Animals Inc.Richmond, IN · 11 dogs · 43 mi from Lockington
How to adopt from Help the Animals Inc.
all avaiilable on our web site: http://www.helptheanimalsinc.com
- Ohio Basset Hound Rescue. IncBrookville, Oh · 6 dogs · 27 mi from Lockington
How to adopt from Ohio Basset Hound Rescue. Inc
Puppies $250 1yr to 8 $200 8yrs and older $100 Must fill out an application, be approved and sign a adoption agreement. We always take the dog back for any reason. Must have a fenced yard, vetting must be good, no kids under 5 yrs old.
- Midwest Pet RefugePortland, IN · 2 dogs · 41 mi from Lockington
How to adopt from Midwest Pet Refuge
Approved application/ adoption agreement, adoption fees.
Adopting a dog in Lockington
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 Lockington
How many dogs are up for adoption in Lockington?
As of November 4, 2026, 101 dogs and puppies are listed for adoption within 50 miles of Lockington, Ohio, by 4 rescues and shelters. The list is updated every day.
Where can I adopt a dog in Lockington?
The rescues with the most dogs near Lockington right now are Adopt A Pit Rescue Inc (Germantown, OH), Help the Animals Inc. (Richmond, IN) and Ohio Basset Hound Rescue. Inc (Brookville, Oh). Each dog above has the rescue's phone number and website.
Are there puppies for adoption in Lockington?
Yes. 25 puppys are up for adoption within 50 miles of Lockington.
How do I adopt a dog in Lockington?
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.