DeKalb Humane Society

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12/11/2025

🐾 COURTESY POST – Athena Needs a ONE-PET Home 🐾

Location: Auburn, IN
Contact: Brandon • 260-243-8466

Meet Athena, a beautiful 6-year-old German Shepherd who is looking for a very specific type of home. This is a courtesy post—Athena is not at DeKalb Humane Society.

Athena has been deeply loved for 6 years. She is housebroken, incredibly intelligent, and has been heavily worked in public settings—stores, sporting events, and busy environments don’t faze her. She knows many commands, listens well, and is wonderfully loyal. She adores children, does well with cats, and would happily stay by your side day and night.

However, Athena cannot live safely with other dogs.
Over the last several months she has developed territorial and dog-directed aggression, including multiple bites toward the resident dogs. She is currently on anxiety medication under veterinary guidance, but she continues to be reactive and protective around other dogs, especially around food or attention.

Because of this, Athena must be the only dog in the home.
She thrives in a structured environment, with someone who can give her exercise, mental stimulation, and the dedicated time she needs.

Athena’s Best Qualities
• Extremely intelligent & highly trainable
• Housebroken and kennel-trained
• Wonderful with kids of all ages
• Loves to play fetch
• Loyal, affectionate, and bonds deeply with her person
• Good with cats
• Up to date on vaccines, spayed, and microchipped

Ideal Home
• No other dogs—non-negotiable
• Active owner who enjoys a smart, engaged companion
• Someone able to continue structure and consistency
• A calm home where she can feel secure

If you can offer Athena a safe, dog-free home where she can truly thrive, please reach out directly to her owner:

📞 Brandon – 260-243-8466

Athena is waiting for the right person to give her the peaceful, one-on-one life she deserves.

My dog went missing his name is Rico James hes chipped. He was last seen at 3168 e north street Kendallville indiana in ...
12/11/2025

My dog went missing his name is Rico James hes chipped. He was last seen at 3168 e north street Kendallville indiana in my yeard my number is 260-599-4488 if u see him please call me ASAP

Found dog : ALTONA female no collar will be at the shelter shortly. Please call 260-868-2409 extension 101 to reclaim
12/11/2025

Found dog : ALTONA
female no collar will be at the shelter shortly. Please call 260-868-2409 extension 101 to reclaim

✨ Meet Tommy – the Handsome, Gentle Giant ✨Tommy is a stunning 2–3-year-old Boxer with the warm, rich coloring of a Germ...
12/11/2025

✨ Meet Tommy – the Handsome, Gentle Giant ✨

Tommy is a stunning 2–3-year-old Boxer with the warm, rich coloring of a German Shepherd in his coat, giving him a truly one-of-a-kind look. He weighs around 90 pounds, and his personality is just as big as his heart.

This sweet boy is friendly with dogs, wonderful with children, and has a naturally calm, cautious nature when meeting new people—especially little ones. Once he knows you, he becomes a loyal, affectionate companion who loves nothing more than being close to his people.

Tommy is fully housetrained, vetted, neutered, and microchipped. He’s great for nail trims, lets you know when he needs to go outside, and has overall lovely manners. When left alone, he may occasionally nibble on his bed, but he’s never shown any aggression or bitten anyone.

His favorite activities?
🎾 Long games of fetch
💛 Being by your side for snuggles and pets

Tommy’s owner is taking a new job that requires frequent travel and simply can’t give him the time and attention he deserves. This is a difficult, heartfelt decision, and they want to ensure Tommy finds a home where he’ll be cherished.

Tommy will thrive with a family who can give him companionship, consistency, and a place to belong. If you’re looking for a loyal, loving dog who brings both calm and joy into a home, Tommy could be your perfect match.

📞 For more information or to inquire about adopting Tommy, please contact his owner directly at: 419-263-8454

🚨 COURTESY POST — Bandit is Looking for a New Home! 🚨📍 Located in Saint Joe, IN📞 Contact: 260-920-0889📧 sommerwoods01@gm...
12/11/2025

🚨 COURTESY POST — Bandit is Looking for a New Home! 🚨

📍 Located in Saint Joe, IN
📞 Contact: 260-920-0889
📧 [email protected]

Bandit is NOT at DeKalb Humane Society — please reach out to the owner directly.

Meet Bandit, a 4-year-old Blue Heeler who’s ready to find the perfect forever home. His family loves him dearly, but with a new baby and limited space, they want to ensure he gets the time, exercise, and attention he thrives on.

🐾 About Bandit

✅ Neutered
✅ Up-to-date on vaccines, including rabies & distemper
✅ Potty trained
✅ Crate trained
✅ Great with kids
✅ Good with dogs
❓ Cats — Unknown
⛰️ Loves to run & play
🎾 Loves fetch & swimming
❤️ Big cuddler, attentive listener
🐄 Like many heelers, he may try to herd and can occasionally nip at ankles — never aggressive or hard.

Bandit is a medium-sized, black-and-white pup (~40 lbs) with an affectionate heart. He does well when left alone and tells you when he needs to go outside by heading to the door. He has a soft spot for children and enjoys a fun, active home. He is a little shy around older men due to past mistreatment by a neighbor, but he warms up with patience.

🏡 Ideal Home

Bandit would love:
• A yard or space to run
• An active family who enjoys playing & being outdoors
• Someone who appreciates his energy and sweet nature

His family is heartbroken to let him go but wants the best for him. They hope to find a loving home where he can enjoy life to the fullest.

📞 Interested in Bandit?
Please contact his owner directly:
Phone: 260-920-0889
Email: [email protected]

Again — Bandit is NOT at the shelter. All inquiries must go to the owner.

💙 Help us share Bandit so he can find his forever home!

LOST DOG LAOTTO
12/11/2025

LOST DOG LAOTTO

Huge thanks to KIPRITII_Service for this incredible donation!!
12/11/2025

Huge thanks to KIPRITII_Service for this incredible donation!!

12/11/2025

Huge thank you to KIPRITII for this wonderful donation !

FemalePicked up on E King St. No collar. If you know the owners have them contact Central Dispatch at 333-7911 and as...
12/11/2025

Female
Picked up on E King St. No collar. If you know the owners have them contact Central Dispatch at 333-7911 and ask to speak to a Garrett police officer. Thank you for networking!

🎄🎅 CHRISTMAS OPEN HOUSE! 🤶🎄Saturday, December 13th, 2025 • 12 PM – 2 PMIt’s the most wonderful time of the year and we’r...
12/11/2025

🎄🎅 CHRISTMAS OPEN HOUSE! 🤶🎄
Saturday, December 13th, 2025 • 12 PM – 2 PM

It’s the most wonderful time of the year and we’re celebrating with a holiday open house you won’t want to miss!

Join us for Cookies with Santa & Mrs. Claus right here at the DeKalb Humane Society!
Bring the whole family… including your well-behaved pets for a festive photo op with Santa. 🎁🐾

We’d love to see some of our adopted alumni stop in so we can give them extra holiday hugs. ❤️
Come enjoy treats, holiday cheer, and spend a little time with the animals who are still waiting for their Christmas miracles.

✨ Event Details:
📅 Saturday, December 13, 2025
⏰ 12 PM – 2 PM
📍 DeKalb Humane Society

We can’t wait to celebrate the season with you! 🎄🐾✨

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The DeKalb Humane Society filed for our Certificate of Incorporation on December 23, 1975 and we were granted 501(c)3 status in March of 1976.

We are committed to being a no-kill shelter and serving the DeKalb County area by promoting animal adoption, education on responsible animal ownership & welfare, and raising awareness of animal neglect & abuse.