Puppies in Minneapolis looking for their furr-ever homes

<p>Photos: Petfinder</p>

Photos: Petfinder

Start your day off right by looking at some cuddly canines! There are dozens of puppies up for adoption right here in Minneapolis.

Hoodline partnered with Petfinder, an online adoption site that lists “more than 315,000 adoptable pets from nearly 14,000 animal shelters and rescue groups" to bring you this roundup of puppies near you.

(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.)


Stark, Doberman pinscher

Stark is a lovable male Doberman pinscher puppy being cared for at Doberman Rescue Minnesota.

He has all of his shots. He's already house-trained.

From Stark's current caretaker:

Apply to adopt Stark today at Petfinder.

New to Doberman Rescue Minnesota. Not available for adoption until all vetting is completed and after our foster home learns more about this great Doberman, we are, however, accepting applications. Stay tuned for more information! Stark is one of our parvo puppies. He is getting stronger each day and getting lots of loves and healthy protein meals from his foster family.

Patches, hound mix

Patches is a lovable female hound puppy being cared for at Pet Haven Inc. of Minnesota.

Patches loves other dogs. She is already vaccinated. She has mastered her house-training etiquette.

Here's what Patches' friends at Pet Haven Inc. of Minnesota think of her:

Read more about how to adopt Patches on Petfinder.

Meet Patches, a sweet and shy gal looking for her forever home! At 6-months-old, she is continuing to learn all about house-training and crate-training and is making great progress! Patches adores other dogs and would love to have another canine pal to play with in her forever home. And like to nap? So does Patches! Patches has found joy in chewing on toys and the occasional blanket! She loves playing in the house with her foster and resident foster dog; the outside however is still a daunting place for her, but with patience, love and understanding, she is learning that the outside world is not so scary. This sweet, energetic gal cannot wait to find her forever home that will provide her with love and patience and ample time to play!

Irish, pit bull terrier and American Staffordshire terrier mix

Irish is a sweet male pit bull terrier and American Staffordshire terrier puppy currently residing at Save-A-Bull.

Irish is friendly as can be — he gets along well with cats, dogs and kids. He's already been neutered. Irish is a special needs pet, so please inquire about his specific care requirements.

From Irish's current caretaker:

Read more about Irish on Petfinder.

Luck of the Irish here! You probably noticed that I’m a special needs pup. I was born with serious scoliosis and spinal fluid leaking from my spine. This caused a spinal cyst that compressed my spinal cord. I had surgery to remove the cyst and the pressure on my spine, but nerve damage was already done. In spite of that, my prognosis for a happy life is good, so I keep moving forward! After surgery, I graduated from physical therapy and have ongoing PT exercises that I need to do daily in order to stay strong. I’m so lucky that I ended up with Save-a-Bull and had the opportunity to thrive. I have a real lust for life and show my excitement every chance I get. I have a wheelchair that I use outside and while out and about in the community.

River Tam, German shepherd mix

River Tam is a sweet male German shepherd puppy currently housed at Puppy Rescue of Minnesota.

River Tamis happy to keep company with other dogs, cats and kids. He is vaccinated.

Notes from River Tam's caretakers:

Read more about how to adopt River Tam on Petfinder.

Playful and cuddly, very watchful and aware of the people around her. She likes to follow you around and sleep near you feet when you stop. All 10 litter mates are living in a very busy foster home with all ages of children from 6 mo. to 13. They are good with the older dogs in the home and the cat doesn't mind them either. Potty training has started they are using potty pads in there pen at night. And they are really starting to enjoy the outdoors.

Kirk, American Staffordshire terrier and pit bull terrier mix

Kirk is an adorable male American Staffordshire terrier and pit bull terrier puppy in the care of Save-A-Bull.

He has been vaccinated.

Here's what Kirk's friends at Save-A-Bull think of him:

Apply to adopt Kirk today at Petfinder.

Hey everyone my name is Kirk! I am a sweet, sensitive boy on an epic mission to find a new family to call my own. I love to play with my foster siblings — a couple dogs and a cat — and I get along really well with everyone. And I love squeaky toys and bones to chomp on. I'm pretty easy-going. And I'm a little shy so it takes a minute for me to warm up...but once I do, it's cuddle time! It's a big ol' universe out there but I know my perfect family is looking for me and I can't wait to find them!


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