Help Getting a Dog in Southern Indiana

[Mackey]

My daughter and I lost one of our best friends back in Oct 2012 (Our Golden Retriever, Buttercup) and we're ready for a new dog. BTW, we got much appreciated support when we were losing her from INGO

We're in Southeastern Indiana (Clark Co).

We were going to get a border collie, but actually went to a pet rescue recently (no luck). We're not set on any particular breed, but would prefer a medium to larger dog. (You know, Border collie, lab, German Shepard or any decent mix).

Any help out there in INGO land?

 

[mbills2223]

My daughter and I lost one of our best friends back in Oct 2012 (Our Golden Retriever, Buttercup) and we're ready for a new dog. BTW, we got much appreciated support when we were losing her from INGO

We're in Southeastern Indiana (Clark Co).

We were going to get a border collie, but actually went to a pet rescue recently (no luck). We're not set on any particular breed, but would prefer a medium to larger dog. (You know, Border collie, lab, German Shepard or any decent mix).

Any help out there in INGO land?

Southern Indiana Animal Rescue

There is another rescue with quite a bit to offer. I dunno if you've ever had the opportunity to rescue a best friend, but if you do, you certainly won't regret it.

I have to get up on my soap box and implore you not to buy from a breeder. Perfectly good dogs are put down by the hundreds of thousands every day.

 

[jetmechG550]

Dixie Run Labradors is a good breeder in Rockport. Larry is a gun guy too, very nice family and a bunch of great dogs. Our boy Sid is two and we have been kicking the idea getting him a buddy.

 

[sdh]

Border Collie

My uncle raises border collies in the Seymour area. Pm me if you want his contact info.

 

[jballs]

Southern Indiana Animal Rescue

There is another rescue with quite a bit to offer. I dunno if you've ever had the opportunity to rescue a best friend, but if you do, you certainly won't regret it.

I have to get up on my soap box and implore you not to buy from a breeder. Perfectly good dogs are put down by the hundreds of thousands every day.

I'm with you. Please stay away from breeders. I know not all breeders are bad, but I've been working rescue for a few years and have seen some pretty awful things done by breeders. The dogs are nothing more than dollar signs to most of these people.
Southern IN rescue is great, you can also check out. Almost every breed has some kind of rescue attached to it. Home

 

[jetmechG550]

There's a difference between puppy mills and breeders. At least a good breeder will invite you to their home and chances to visit with their dogs and get to know them. I'm looking at adopting an older dog right now, just don't want to go through the puppy stage again but my reluctance is just not knowing the history of the dog.

 

[BE Mike]

Since you have been without a dog for a while, why don't you wait until someone has one to give away. It seems like every so often people need to give away their good dogs because of personal reasons, not the bad behavior of the dog. My daughter took in a chocolate Lab that way and the dog is great.

 

[mbills2223]

If you ever make it up to Indy, stop by Indy Animal Care and Control. They are a kill shelter, so you might just save a dog's life.

 

[24Carat]

I would advise you stay away from GSD unless it comes from a breeder. Too much opportunity for genetic short comings. I have a GSD breeder by Plymouth I am waiting on a pup from this spring. PM me if interested.

 

[poppy]

Another possibility would be to contact specific breed rescue sources. Most all breeds have a contact here in Indiana. They are in a position to put you in direct contact with specific breed breeders.

I would also make the distinction between back yard breeders and responsible breeders. When talking with a breeder, you can find out pretty quick as to which category they fall into. Ask them to see the health clearances of either the ***** or sire. Hips, eyes, knees, elbows and heart. There should be xrays to view. Also, ask them why they bred their *****. If you don't hear "for the betterment of the breed", that would be a yellow flag.


Good luck in your search.

 

[remauto1187]

Highly recommend the German Shepherd. I have 2 females and one of them I bought when she was exactly 8 weeks old. Great dogs for kids and horrible dogs for trespassers!

 

[rw02kr43]

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about a month ago at Owen County animal rescue we got this guy's brother. He's a great dog. About 50 lbs and the sweetest dog I have ever had. Would be worth taking a look. I wish we had the room for him too.

We kind of decided he's a basset/coon hound mix

Petfinder Adoptable Dog | Basset Hound | Spencer, IN | Batman

Jason

 

[92ThoStro]

Craiglist Community Classifieds.
indianapolis pets classifieds - craigslist
Petfinder
Pet Search Results: Adoptable Dog Pets in Jeffersonville, IN: Petfinder
Adopt-A-Pet
Adopt-a-Pet.com :: Adopt One of these Great Dogs!
Petharbor
PetHarbor.com: Animal Shelter adopt a pet; dogs, cats, puppies, kittens! Humane Society, SPCA. Lost & Found.

Or you can go to your county/city animal control or humane society and check around in person.

 

[Magneto]

Contact the Animal Protection Association in Jeff. They have a building but it only houses cats. Their dogs are all fostered, and they do great work. I had a great experience with the Scott County Humane Society as well.

 

[Bapak2ja]

Check this one out. Been on INGO for a long time. Great price for a GSD.


https://www.indianagunowners.com/forums/non_firearms_related/252467-akc_german_shepherd_puppies.html

 

[Shootin'IN]

In S.W Indiana we have a shelter called "It Takes A Village Canine Rescue".
Here is their Facebook page so you can look through the pictures & see if there is a new friend you like.

https://www.facebook.com/takesavillage

 

[Harleyrider_50]

Southern Indiana Animal Rescue

There is another rescue with quite a bit to offer. I dunno if you've ever had the opportunity to rescue a best friend, but if you do, you certainly won't regret it.

I have to get up on my soap box and implore you not to buy from a breeder. Perfectly good dogs are put down by the hundreds of thousands every day.

......This ^^^^^^.......JB Ogle Animal Shelter in Jeffersonville is under new management and is a 'No KIll' shelter now...........I'd take 'nuther 1 but I got '8' here.....6 Yorkie's(4 were born here) a Beaglehound (hit and left.....back in '01)..and a Retriever (dump'd here in '05....) they're my 'kids',LOL......make no mistake 'bout it......they come b'fore ANYthing,hahaha......they own the place......I just room and board here,LOL!.....

I...........got'a stay out'a there,LOL!......'cause I'd surely bring somethin' home......

 

[Mackey]

Thanks for all the responses. Great info - better than GOOGLE!! Daughter and I have lots to work with now. Can't wait to post a success story.

 

[Benny]

There's a difference between puppy mills and breeders. At least a good breeder will invite you to their home and chances to visit with their dogs and get to know them. I'm looking at adopting an older dog right now, just don't want to go through the puppy stage again but my reluctance is just not knowing the history of the dog.

Huge difference.

I'll give a huge +1 to anyone that wants to rescue a dog, but I'll show anyone wanting to judge me for buying from a breeder exactly where they can kiss.

I wasn't the irresponsible person that let their dog have puppies that can't be cared for. Judge them, not me.

 

[Rayne]

Hey Mackey,

Do you like the look of my avatar? She is from a local Southern Indiana farmer. BC is the smartest dog I have ever had. She is my constant companion and best friend. She goes practically every where with me. She is a pet quality vs a working dog. Oh she'll work but she is not so hyper she can't sit still. She is quite content to lay under my desk at work, or be in the fields with me for hours on end.

If you're looking for a working dog, then the same breeder can set you up with one of those. Tell him what you're looking for and he will know what pair of parents will produce the best pup for you. PM me if you'd like his name and number.