These Lexington-based canines are up for adoption and in need of a good home

<p>Photos: Petfinder</p>

Photos: Petfinder

Looking to add a new companion to the family? There are dozens of delightful doggies up for adoption at animal shelters in and around Lexington, so you won't have to look far to find the perfect fit.

Hoodline used data from Petfinder to power this roundup of dogs available for adoption near you. Read on to meet some friendly, furry locals.

(Details like pet availability, training, vaccinations and other features are based on data provided by Petfinder and may be subject to change; contact the shelter for the latest information.)


Bo, boxer and Labrador retriever mix

Bo is a male boxer and Labrador retriever mix being cared for at Paws 4 the Cause.

Bo is the life of the party and he gets along well with other dogs. Good news: He is already house-trained, neutered and vaccinated.

Here's what Bo's friends at Paws 4 the Cause think of him:

Read more about Bo on Petfinder.

Bo is a sweet boy around two years old. He is a Boxer and Lab mix and loves to play. Bo has a lot of energy, very sweet and learns fast. He loves very long walks on cool nights, to be brushed and wants a lot of attention.

Baxter, beagle

Baxter is a handsome male beagle dog being kept at Woodstock Animal Foundation,Inc.

Baxter is the life of the party — he loves other dogs. Good news: He's already house-trained, vaccinated and neutered.

Notes from Baxter's caretakers:

Read more about how to adopt Baxter on Petfinder.

Baxter is a four- years-old male beagle. He is very laid back and loving and really loves his people. Baxter is good with kids and other dogs.

Layla, Basset hound and beagle mix

Layla is a female Basset hound and beagle mix staying at Woodstock Animal Foundation,Inc.

Layla is eager to make friends and she's happy to keep company with other dogs. She is already spayed, has had all her shots and has mastered her house-training etiquette.

Here's what Layla's friends at Woodstock Animal Foundation,Inc. think of her:

Read more about Layla on Petfinder.

Layla is an eight-year-old beagle and basset mix. She gets along with other dogs, but she’s really all about her people. She wants to snuggle, sit in your lap, on top of you and just be close to you. Layla is great with kids and adults. She also loves food and to be outside; Layla requires a fenced yard. Layla loves car rides and is a very polite passenger.

Jasper, poodle

Jasper is a lovable male poodle dog being cared for at Paws 4 the Cause.

No other dogs, please: Jasper is looking for a dog-free forever home. Paws 4 the Cause wants to place Jasper in a home without small children. He has had all of his shots, and he is neutered. Have no fear: He's already house-trained.

Here's what Jasper's friends at Paws 4 the Cause think of him:

Read more about how to adopt Jasper on Petfinder.

Jasper is a sweet boy around 6 years old male is a pure breed Poodle loves to play and wants to please. He has a lot of energy to play. He is neutered and up to date on shots. Heartworm negative and de-wormed.

Nessa, pit bull terrier mix

Nessa is a darling female pit bull terrier mix being cared for at Bluegrass Bully Rescue, Inc.

Nessa loves other dogs. Her ideal forever-home would be a cat-free environment. She has mastered her house-training etiquette. Nessa is spayed and vaccinated.

Here's what Nessa's friends at Bluegrass Bully Rescue, Inc think of her:

Apply to adopt Nessa today at Petfinder.

Nessa is beautiful and playful. She’s about two-years-old and loves other dogs. She’s not comfortable around cats. She’s doing great with crate -raining but doesn’t always want to go in unless she knows there’s a treat or food involved. Nessa also really likes to go on car rides. Her favorite games are tug-o-war and keep-a- way.

Molly, Irish setter

Molly is a sweet female Irish setter dog being kept at Paws 4 the Cause.

Molly is happy to keep company with other dogs. She has had all of her shots, she's spayed and is already house-trained.

Notes from Molly's caretakers:

Read more about how to adopt Molly on Petfinder.

Molly is about two-years-old, very friendly and is not a big dog; she’s about 40 pounds. She is full of energy. Molly does well with an older dog companion, as that would help curb her anxiety at going into a new home. She is extremely lovable and loves to be involved.

Marcie, Labrador retriever

Marcie is a winsome female Labrador retriever dog in the care of Paws 4 the Cause.

Marcie is friendly as can be, and she loves other dogs. She's spayed and vaccinated. Good news: She's already house-trained.

From Marcie's current caretaker:

Read more about Marcie on Petfinder.

Marci is a beautiful and friendly female lab and about three-years-old. She is about 40 pounds. Marci is easy to handle, wags her tail a lot and loves to play in the water hose. She would make a great family dog.


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