Kid-Friendly Dogs for Adoption in Springfield, OH: 30 Dogs Good with Children

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.

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!

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!

My name is Bojangles! But you can call me Bo. I'm a Hound/Mountain Cur? I'm 3 years old, 44 pounds. Low to medium energy. His foster parents are still learning with Bo, but this is what we know so far:

I'm housetrained and appropriate chewer.

Bojangles isn't fond of the crate. But working on it.

My foster parents can run errands and he's ok to left out.

Walking at Parks are a bit much for Bo with bikes and other dogs. He can be leash reactive when startled or approaching dogs. A quieter area is better with less foot traffic.

Bo loves car rides. Good in the car.

Good with children. Cats unknown.

Hi, I'm Bagel ~4 year old female Beagle. I was picked up “running errands” outside a Family Dollar down in Athens. The folks at PAWS transported me to Columbus, where I have been living the good life with my foster family.

So far they say I am sweet, a little reserved, but starting to open up after 2 weeks of routine and stability. I love to snuggle up on the couch, or go for a walk. I'm good with kids and other dogs. I met a cat at the vet's office and was curious but cautious.

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.

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.

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….).

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.

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.

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.

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.

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?

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.

Hi, I’m Pup Cup , AKA Puppiccino!

My name is Fenwick, and my favorite letter is F! I’m a friendly, fun-loving, 1-year-old Beagle mix with a fondness for meeting new people and making furry friends. I weigh in at 26 fine pounds, and I’m still filling out a little!

Unlike some of my fellow Beagles, I’ve decided that being quiet is better than barking fervently. I’m more of a tail-wagging, face-licking, friendship-making kind of fellow!

Meet Pudding pop. At just at about 4 months this adorable pup is brimming with love and ready to become your loyal shadow. She is a sweet little girl that loves everyone she meets. Pudding loves affection and adventures. She is fine playing with other fur friends or just chilling on her fluffy bed chewing on a bone. She is a smart little girl doing wonderfully with learning basic commands.. She is already crate trained and embraces a good routine. She loves kids and playing fetch. Ohh and enjoys going bye bye whether in car or ATV. She is a true go-with-the-flow kind of girl a happy, chill pup that loves treats and looking for a family to shower with affection. If you are ready for endless love and happy tails, Pudding pop is your girl.

Meet Zel! This 1-2 year old tri colored pittie. He is the quintessential pit bull- He is gorgeous, sweet & smart! Zel adores pets and will politely stand by your side for love. His little nub tail goes crazy when he sees people approaching. Zel is a good mix of chill and play. He will sit & pose for treats but there’s so much more - he’s off leash trained, and comes with all his training. Zel is about 60 lbs and most of it is his big block head. Apply for him on our website and we will get you in touch with his trainer to learn more!

Meet Gigi! Gigi is (mostly) deaf & and is trained on a collar for her commands. Gigi is a chunky goofball. She’s great with dogs who like to wrestle with her before she needs a most of the day nap. Gigi is a sweetheart and has such soleful eyes but also prances around in group play light as a feather.
She has soft thick lab like fur, has a pudgy lab shaped butt & the most precious spots. When she sees something interesting she points! She loves to shake and enjoys her training “work”. Gigi is about 4 and 75lbs.
Gigi is with a trainer in Lucasville. Apply for her on our website and we will get you in touch with her trainer! She comes with her collar and training! (All basics plus off leash)

My name is Sexy Dexy but my foster mom just calls me Dexy. I am a 5 month old pitty mix and weigh in at 36lbs! I wake up every day with love and joy radiating from the tip of my nose to the nub of my tail. I sleep all night in my crate (9P to 7A) with no accidents or whining to go outside! I already know how to sit and am very quick to learn new things. I love walking on a leash with the kids that live with me (9 yrs and 4 yrs) and all the neighbor kids in the area. I just sit down and let them all give me pets and hugs. I get along with everyone and everything. Dogs, cats, kids, adults … I even lived with a Raccoon at my prior residence! I LOVE to snuggle and prefer to be right next to you or on your lap if there’s enough room.

Hi, I’m Pippi Longstocking, a 5-month-old little lady who is mostly Jack Russell Terrier weighing about 10 pounds. And while I may be small, I’ve got plenty of personality packed into this tiny body! ❤️
I’m a girl who likes to take things at my own pace. Like many small dogs, I believe in slow introductions when meeting new friends. Once I’m comfortable, I do well with other dogs and am perfectly happy giving them their space.

But my people? Oh, I LOVE my people. I’m happiest when I’m near my humans and getting all the love and attention I can soak up.

Meet Josey! This sweet border collie mix is about 2 years old and she’d fit in to about any home. She’s great with dogs and loves to run around the yard with her friends. She likes toys but isn’t destructive. She plays fetch, has good recall, rides well in the car, is crate trained day or night, good on leash, etc etc etc. Josey is also fabulous with kids (even toddlers)! Apply today to snatch up this perfect girl before she’s gone.

Meet Sugar Cane! A wonderful companion who's as well-mannered as he is lovable! This smart pup knows all the basics, including sit, down, and stay with both verbal and hand signals. He’s house-trained, crate-trained, and happily settles on his bed when given the "place" or "spot" command. When it's time to unwind, he’ll quietly retreat to his kennel on cue for "quiet time." He even has a fun trick up his sleeve—he’ll happily offer a paw for a "patty cake" shake!
On walks, this enthusiastic pup may start out excited to explore, but quickly settles into a relaxed pace and walks nicely with a loose leash.

Hi, I'm Janet Jackson! I'm 5 months old. I am building my career after having to take some time off. I was quite the dancer when my littermates and I performed as a group. I took "break a leg" seriously and actually broke my leg. LOL Now that my splint is off and the vet says I can take to the stage again, I'm ready to be a solo act. I like being the star of the show and I'm a Dancing Machine! I may not moonwalk like my brother Michael but I do like dancing in the sunshine!

Meet Cruiser Burt, the neighborhood celebrity, professional goofball, and part-time lap dog! Cruiser loves going on neighborhood sniffaris, where he investigates scents, practices leash manners, and has an ever-growing fan club. His biggest claim to fame? Being the undisputed fan favorite at the bus stop. This boy loves to chase, wrestle, and play with other pups, but he's also perfectly happy to settle in with a good bone. When the evening rolls around and his puppy batteries run low, he transforms into a professional lap napper. A few things to love about Cruiser Burt: He's potty trained and crate trained! He's good with children! He enjoys playing with other pups.

Meet Saylor!

​Saylor is a 6-month-old Lab mix with a heart as big as her sweet personality! Originally brought here from Alabama after being displaced by recent hurricane flooding, this resilient girl hasn't let her rough start slow her down. She is ready to find her forever family!

Attention all...he is here! The life of the party has officially arrived

Meet Lilly. Part bull, part fruit bat ( seriously look at her ears), all pouty lip. This dainty pittie girl is hilarious. When she gets excited she tippy taps around the house. She loves other dogs & loves snuggles especially in the sun. So adorable!
Lilly is a sweetheart and she will make an excellent addition to any home especially one who loves couch snuggles.

Beautiful Bodhia is ready for her new adventure with her new family. She’s the most couch cuddler-buddy, supergoof of a girl, you’ll ever know. One of her current favorite past-times is to chase my cats, until they stop running, and then she just throws her rump in the air with that silly play stance and comedic rambling of hers. She does exceptional out in public and on a leash. We’ve got to see her around multiple dogs and she has done wonderful with them. The vet says she is approximately one year-old and she is about 40 lbs. She does wonderful in the cage while we’re at work, and has the silliest round of the Zumiez when you get home-she’s an absolute joy.

Meet Stallone – The Italian Stallion (With Absolutely No Coordination)!

When we heard about an emaciated Cane Corso found locked in a crate full of urine and poop on the side of the road, we couldn’t say no. Despite our foster homes being packed for months, Stallone needed us. He had the most soulful eyes and beautiful face, so naturally, we named him after the Italian Stallion!

Well, we got the graceful part wrong! Stallone is gorgeous, and petting him is like petting a soft baby bunny, but watching him walk (or heaven forbid, run) is like watching a baby deer on ice. He’s all awkward hops, crashes, and questionable braking skills!