These Milwaukee-based doggies 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 lovable pups up for adoption at animal shelters in and around Milwaukee, 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.)


Beatrice, chihuahua and dachshund mix

Beatrice is a darling female chihuahua and dachshund mix currently residing at Canine Cupids.

Fear not: She is already house-trained. Beatrice is already spayed and vaccinated.

From Beatrice's current caretaker:

Apply to adopt Beatrice today at Petfinder.

Beatrice is a 12-pound Chihuahua mix and estimated to be about 14 years old. She’s a laid-back sidekick who can be a bit shy at first. Once Beatrice has a few minutes to sniff and check you out, she comes out of her shell and is sweet, affectionate and silly.

Toby, Basset hound

Toby is a sweet male Basset hound dog being cared for at Basset Buddies Rescue.

Toby would do great in a home kids — he is a real "people pet." He has been vaccinated. Have no fear: He is already house-trained.

Here's what Toby's friends at Basset Buddies Rescue think of him:

Read more about how to adopt Toby on Petfinder.

Toby is a wonderful dog looking for a wonderful home! He might prefer to either have more people in the home altogether, or to have a single person that is home more. But he does ok alone all day and can be loose in the house.

Leela, pit bull terrier and Weimaraner mix

Leela is a female pit bull terrier and Weimaraner mix in the care of Canine Cupids.

No other pets please: Leela is looking for family without other dogs or cats. Canine Cupids recommends Leela be placed in a home without small children. She is already house-trained. Leela is spayed, and she has all her shots.

From Leela's current caretaker:

Read more about Leela on Petfinder.

Leela is 4 years old and weighs about 55 pounds. She is a sweet, affectionate girl that lives with multiple other dogs. Leela has been in foster care for over a year. She has done perfectly fine meeting new foster siblings while off-leash, but she can be very reactive while on leash meeting new fur friends.


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