The Darke County Animal Shelter

04/04/2022

Say hello to Big Mamma. We believe Big Mamma is a 3 year old, female, Terrier mix. We have observed that Big Mammo knows how to sit, likes treats and loves people. Big Mamma weighs in at 65.8 lbs. and did great for her exam where she was given Bordatella, parvo/lepto/distemper vaccines, dewormed, microchipped and is heartworm negative. Our adoptions are $90 cash/ check. Our visiting hours are Monday- Friday 8am- 11:45am and 1pm- 4pm. Saturday 9am- 11:30am. We are located at 5066 County Home Rd. Greenville OH. 45331. You can reach us at 937-547-1645.

04/04/2022

Spike would like to tell everyone Hello. We believe that Spike is a 5 month old, intact male, Terrier mix. We have observed that Spike knows how to sit, loves treats and playing with toys. Spike is a very sweet boy. Spike weighs in at 37.8 lbs. and he did great for his exam where he was given Bordatella, parvo/lepto/distemperr vaccines and microchipped. Our adoptions are $90 cash/check. Our visiting hours are Monday-Friday 8am-11:45 am and 1 pm-4pm. Saturday 9am-11:30 am. We are located at 5066 County Home Rd. Greenville, OH 45331. You can reach us at 937-547-1645.

03/28/2022

Hope wants to say hi to everyone. We believe Hope is a 1 year old, female, Terrier mix. We have observed that Hope knows how to sit and loves treats. Hope seems to be sweet, calm and loves to cuddle. Hope weighs in at 56.4 lbs. and did great for her exam where she was given Bordatella, parvo/lepto/distemper vaccines, dewormed, microchipped and is heartworm negative. Trixy also has her 3 year Rabies Vaccination. Our adoptions are $90 cash/ check. Our visiting hours are Monday- Friday 8am- 11:45am and 1pm- 4pm. Saturday 9am- 11:30am. We are located at 5066 County Home Rd. Greenville OH. 45331. You can reach us at 937-547-1645.

03/28/2022

Give a big welcome to Gabe. We believe Gabe is a 1 year old, intact male, Terrier mix. We have seen that Gabe knows how to sit and shake plus loves treats. Gabe is a pretty happy doggy. Gabe weighs in at 58.7 lbs. and he did great for his exam where he was given Bordatella, parvo/lepto/distemperr vaccines, dewormed and microchipped. Our adoptions are $90 cash/check. Our visiting hours are Monday-Friday 8am-11:45 am and 1 pm-4pm. Saturday 9am-11:30 am. We are located at 5066 County Home Rd. Greenville, OH 45331. You can reach us at 937-547-1645.

03/21/2022

The Darke Co. Animal Shelter would like to thank Blue Buffalo for their Generous donation; Three pellets of Salmon and Potato dog food. Thank you #bluebuffalo

03/15/2022

Say Hi to Bear. We were told that Bear is a 1 year old, intact male, Wirehaired Terrier mix. Bear walks well on a leash and gets along with kids. Bear also loves to give kisses. Bear weighs in at 62.4 lbs and he did great for his exam where he was given Bordatella, parvo/lepto/distemperr vaccines, dewormed and microchipped. Our adoptions are $90 cash/check. Our visiting hours are Monday-Friday 8am-11:45 am and 1 pm-4pm. Saturday 9am-11:30 am. We are located at 5066 County Home Rd. Greenville, OH 45331. You can reach us at 937-547-1645.

03/15/2022

***ADOPTION SPEICAL $36.00***

Say hi to Betty Lou. We were told that Betty Lou is a 2 year old Terrier mix. Betty Lou knows basic commands. Betty Lou loves to play ball and treats. Betty Lou loves attention. Betty Lou weighs in at 52.8 lbs. and did great for her exam where she was given Bordatella, parvo/lepto/distemper vaccines, dewormed, microchipped and is heartworm negative. Our adoptions are $90 cash/ check. Our visiting hours are Monday- Friday 8am- 11:45am and 1pm- 4pm. Saturday 9am- 11:30am. We are located at 5066 County Home Rd. Greenville OH. 45331. You can reach us at 937-547-1645.

03/15/2022

***ADOPTION SPECIAL $36.00***

Give a warm welcome to Sparky. We were told that Sparky is a 5 year old, intact male, Labrador mix. We were told that Sparky does well around kids and likes to go camping. We have observed that Sparky knows how to sit, lay down and beg for treats. Sparky walks well on a leash and doesn't seem to mind the other dogs here at the shelter. Sparky weighs in at 49.4 lbs. and he did great for his exam where he was given Bordatella, parvo/lepto/distemperr vaccines, dewormed and microchipped. Our adoptions are $90 cash/check. Our visiting hours are Monday-Friday 8am-11:45 am and 1 pm-4pm. Saturday 9am-11:30 am. We are located at 5066 County Home Rd. Greenville, OH 45331. You can reach us at 937-547-1645.

03/15/2022

***ADOPTION SPECIAL $36.00***

Say Hello to Thunder. We were told that Thunder is a 3 year old, intact male, Coonhound mix. We have observed that Thunder knows basic commands. Thunder walks well on a leash and doesn't mind the other dogs here at the shelter. Thunder likes treats and playing with toys. Thunder weighs in at 76.4 lbs. and he did great for his exam where he was given Bordatella, parvo/lepto/distemperr vaccines, dewormed and microchipped. Our adoptions are $90 cash/check. Our visiting hours are Monday-Friday 8am-11:45 am and 1 pm-4pm. Saturday 9am-11:30 am. We are located at 5066 County Home Rd. Greenville, OH 45331. You can reach us at 937-547-1645.

03/11/2022

02/22/2022

We would like to thank The Darke County Parks for inviting us to be a part of the Dogs and Donuts. We would also like to thank everyone that attended and donated, the dogs really appreciate it. We had an overwhelming amount of donations and 5 dogs were adopted. We really had a lot of fun and hope to maybe do this again.

07/30/2021

Congratulations to our 1st annual Open House Winners!
Prize #1 Lori #2 Matt #3 Linda 4# Emily #5 Rita #6 Marvin

07/26/2021

The Darke County Animal Shelter would like to thank the community for its wonderful support of our open house!

Open house numbers: Around 150 attendees,
Animals Microchipped: 20
Bake sale & Donations: $300 raised
Adopted dogs: 2 (Titan & Benji)
Anonymous donor sponsored Susanna.
If given permission, prize winners will be posted on our Facebook with pictures

And a big thank you to all of our sponsors, donors, and vendors.
*Friends Of The Shelter
*Greenlawn Animal Clinic- Dr. Gerber
*JAMS Arcanum Veterinary Service
*WTGR 97.5 Tiger Country
*Eikenberry's
*Pooch Parlor
*State Farm-Marshall Combs-Greenville
*Country Dog House LLC
*Tim Lewis
*Williamson Insurance LLC
*Freedom Dett LLC Freedom's A&W Drive- In
*Greenville Stor-N-lock
*J&A Construction Inc.
*Dr. C David Trimble
*Bruns Animal Clinic
*Family Health Services of Darke County Inc.
*Creative Carpets& Supply
*Greenville VFW Post #7262
*Dr. Chris Gilbert Darke County Veterinary Services
*Johnston Chiropractic Clinic Inc.
*The Jewelry Barn LLC
*Brethren Retirement Community
*Blue Buffalo #bluebuffalo
*Greenville American Legion Post#140
*Rapid Fired Pizza
*Versailles Kaup Pharmacy
*Greenville Burkes Outlet
*Whirlpool Corporation
*New Madison Supermarket
*Scott's Family McDonalds
*Danone
*Hunts Butcher Shop
*Rural King
*Winner's Meat Farm
*Dollar General- Sweitzer St. Greenville
*Ketring Locker Service
*Nutrien – Ansonia
*Nutrien - Greenville
*EB Fuel Stops
*Hill’s Pet Nutrition
*Dollar General- Wagner St. Greenville
*Kelly Everhart
*Koenig Equipment- Greenville
*Osgood State Bank
*Keller Animal Feeds and Needs
*Also to anyone else who we may have missed!

07/23/2021

Huge THANK YOU to our Donors! Your generosity is GREATLY appreciated!
*Friends Of The Shelter
*Greenlawn Animal Clinic- Dr. Gerber
*JAMS Arcanum Veterinary Service
*WTGR 97.5 Tiger Country
*Eikenberry's
*Pooch Parlor
*State Farm
*Country Dog House LLC
*Tim Lewis
*Williamson Insurance LLC
*Freedom Dett LLC Freedom's A&W Drive- In
*Greenville Stor-N-lock
*J&A Construction Inc.
*Dr. C David Trimble
*Bruns Animal Clinic
*Family Health Services of Darke County Inc.
*Creative Carpets& Supply
*Greenville VFW Post #7262
*Dr. Chris Gilbert Darke County Veterinary Services
*Johnston Chiropractic Clinic Inc.
*The Jewelry Barn LLC
*Brethren Retirement Community
*Blue Buffalo #bluebuffalo
*Greenville American Legion Post#140
*Rapid Fired Pizza
*Versailles Kaup Pharmacy
*Greenville Burkes Outlet
*Whirlpool Corporation
*New Madison Supermarket
*Scott's Family McDonalds
*Danone
*Hunts Butcher Shop
*Rural King
*Winner's Meat Farm
*Dollar General- Sweitzer St. Greenville
*Ketring Locker Service
*Nutrien – Ansonia
*Nutrien - Greenville
*EB Fuel Stops
*Hill’s Pet Nutrition
*Dollar General- Wagner St. Greenville
*Kelly Everhart
*Koenig Equipment- Greenville
*Osgood State Bank
*Also to anyone else who we may have missed!

07/23/2021

Here are some of the donations we have received and will be giving away as Door Prizes! Raffle Prizes will be drawn Saturday July 24, 2021 TOMORROW after 3pm! You don't need to be present to win!

05/04/2021

After adopting 4 dogs on 5/4/21 The Darke County Animal Shelter has 0 Adoptable dogs.

03/19/2021

After adopting 18 dogs through the first 19 days of March the shelter once again has ZERO dogs available for adoption.

03/12/2021

THANK YOU to the Fort Recovery Girl Scout Troop for all the wonderful donations! The dogs and us greatly appreciate your donations and your time you spent with Stella!

03/02/2021

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03/01/2021

Do you shop at Kroger? Do you have a Kroger Plus Card? Did you know that Kroger will send a contribution to Darke County Friends of the shelter every time you shop and will not affect your other rewards associated with Kroger Plus Card(such as fuel points, special offers, coupons ,ect.). Now you maybe asking who is the Darke County Friends of the Shelter they are a group of dedicated animal lovers formed a 501(c)3 not-for-profit group with vision of financially and Physically supporting Animal Shelter. Its easy to sign up and will not coat you anything. You can register your card online at krogercommunityrewards.com follow directions in to the picture to sign up.

02/09/2021

After adopting 37 dogs in January and adopting 14 dogs to start February we once again have ZERO dogs available for adoption.

02/05/2021

DARKE COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
Animal Control Officer
Darke County Animal Shelter
The Darke County Commissioners are accepting applications for the position of Animal Control Officer for the Darke County Animal Shelter. Under direction of the Chief Animal Control Officer, the Animal Control Officer performs a variety of operational and maintenance duties, which involve direct labor.
Basic Requirements:
• Issues dog licenses; receipts and records fees received; prepares weekly activity report for County Commissioners
• Receives and responds to telephone inquiries and complaints from general public
• Patrols county and enforces statures governing licensing and regulation of dogs (e.g., issues licenses, warns owners found in violation, issues citations, seizes and impounds dogs, etc.)
• Investigates reported dog bite cases; investigates all claims for damage to animals (fowl, sheep, calves, etc.) and determines if damage was caused by dogs or wildlife
• Maintains dog kennel (e.g., feed and water dogs, sweep and disinfect cages, etc.) Helps in the euthanasia and disposal of dogs as necessary
• Appears in court and presents testimony as necessary
• Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance
• Willingness to perform unpleasant tasks
• Performs other related duties as required
• Must be able to respond to “On Call Duties” anywhere in Darke County within 30-45 minutes from your residence
• Job will be 1st shift with revolving schedule. Weekends and holidays may be necessary at times as there will be an "ON CALL" schedule

Interested applicants must submit a cover letter; indicating qualifications in detail, a resume, and salary history by US mail to: Darke County Animal Shelter, Attn: Chief Bair, 5066 County Home Rd, Greenville, OH 45331 or by email to: [email protected] with “Animal Control Officer” in the subject line. Salary is commensurate with experience. Submissions accepted until the position is filled. Darke County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the bases of race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age sexual orientation, disability, or military/veteran status in employment or provision or services.

02/02/2021

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01/23/2021

After adopting 6 dogs on 1/23/21 once again the Darke County Animal Shelter has ZERO dogs available for adoption.

01/04/2021

Starting 2021 out right. We have zero dogs available for adoption.

11/30/2020

Here again in 2020 our shelter is completely empty not a dog in the place!!!

11/12/2020

Not once, not twice, but three times now the Darke County Animal Shelter has adopted all of their availble dogs.

10/19/2020

DARKE COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
Animal Control Officer
Darke County Animal Shelter
The Darke County Commissioners are accepting applications for the position of Animal Control Officer for the Darke County Animal Shelter. Under direction of the Chief Animal Control Officer, the Animal Control Officer performs a variety of operational and maintenance duties, which involve direct labor.
Basic Requirements:
• Issues dog licenses; receipts and records fees received; prepares weekly activity report for County Commissioners
• Receives and responds to telephone inquiries and complaints from general public
• Patrols county and enforces statures governing licensing and regulation of dogs (e.g., issues licenses, warns owners found in violation, issues citations, seizes and impounds dogs, etc.)
• Investigates reported dog bite cases; investigates all claims for damage to animals (fowl, sheep, calves, etc.) and determines if damage was caused by dogs or wildlife
• Maintains dog kennel (e.g., feed and water dogs, sweep and disinfect cages, etc.) Helps in the euthanasia and disposal of dogs and cats as necessary
• Appears in court and presents testimony as necessary
• Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance
• Willingness to perform unpleasant tasks
• Performs other related duties as required
• Typical schedule is 8:00am-5:00pm M-F, with a revolving schedule including some Saturdays from 8:00am-12:00pm. There will also be an “On Call” schedule.
Interested applicants must submit a cover letter; indicating qualifications in detail, a resume, and salary history by US mail to: Darke County Animal Shelter, Attn: Chief Bair, 5066 County Home Rd, Greenville, OH 45331 or by email to: [email protected] with “Animal Control Officer” in the subject line. Salary is commensurate with experience. Submissions accepted until the position is filled. Darke County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the bases of race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age sexual orientation, disability, or military/veteran status in employment or provision or services.