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Lucas County Canine Care & Control

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You can also view our adoptable dogs at www.lucascountydogs.com We handle about 300 dogs monthly.
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Lucas County Canine Care & Control handles stray and homeless dogs and enforces dog laws in Lucas County, which is in northwest Ohio, including the City of Toledo. We have a staff of 32 people, including our Director, the Office Manager, the Kennel Supervisor, the Community Engagement Manager, the Community Outreach Coordinator, six Canine Control Officers, three Front Desk Clerks, two Dispatchers, the Personalized Adoption Counselor, ten Canine Care Technicians, one Veterinarian, two Veterinary Technicians, one Veterinary Assistant, the Behavior and Enrichment Coordinator, and the Canine Care Attendant. Our department is funded primarily through the purchase of dog licenses. Your dog license purchase not only helps to protect your dog, but also helps us care for homeless and stray dogs, protect the community from loose and dangerous dogs, and help reunite lost dogs and their owners.

10/31/2026

Happy Halloween everyone!

This week we were so excited to host and get some help making the dogs a special Halloween treat! Along with volunteering their time, they also brought the dogs some goodies!

Thank you all again for picking us ! The dogs really enjoyed it 💕

10/30/2026

Looking for a small dog to add to your family? Meet Art! ❤️

Art is a 2-year-old Yorkie mix who is ready to find his forever home!

Through no fault of his own, Art was returned from foster care, and now he's hoping his next home will be his last. 🏡

While in foster care, Art:
🐶 Enjoyed playing with another small dog.
👧 Did well with the children he met (ages 10–16+).
🚗 Was a good passenger in the car!

Art may need a little extra help with crate training and potty training, but we know that with time, patience, and consistency, he can get there!

📞 Call 419-213-2800 to inquire about placing a hold on him!

📍 Visit us at:
1301 Monroe St
Toledo, OH 43604

Visiting Hours:
Monday–Friday: 11:00 AM–5:30 PM
Weekends: 11:00 AM–4:30 PM

10/30/2026

Looking for a kid-friendly dog? Meet Darren! ❤️

Darren is just over a year old, weighs 56 lbs, and is the sweetest boy! He has met children here at the shelter and has done very well.

Darren is the kind of dog who always wants to be near his people. He has the cutest little quirk of sitting backwards right at your feet, just so he can be close to you! He’s friendly, outgoing, and loves making new friends. He’s also done great with other dogs, although people definitely have his heart.

Some of Darren’s favorite things include pup cups, flopping over for belly rubs, and soaking up all the love and attention he can get. He’s medium energy, so he’s not bouncing off the walls, but he’s always happy to join you for some playtime!

If you’re looking for a sweet, social companion to add to your family, Darren might just be your guy! Come meet him! 🐾

10/30/2026

Meet our sweet, shy boy, Howler! 🐾

Howler is a 6-month-old hound mix weighing in at just 23 lbs. He has the softest personality, a gentle nature, and a beautiful, shiny coat!
He can be a little hesitant when meeting new people or experiencing new things, but we think he'll blossom with a little patience, love, and reassurance. Underneath that shy exterior is a puppy who still has plenty of growing, learning, and playing to do! We can picture him gaining confidence in a home where he feels safe and has someone to help him discover just how fun life can be.

If you have a little extra love to give a shy pup, Howler would love the chance to find his person! ❤

10/29/2026

🧡 Liv has a little request… more blankets, please! 🐾

This sweet girl loves having cozy blankets to snuggle up in, and she’s hoping our community can help make her days a little more comfortable! 🥹🧡

We’re always in need of blanket donations to help keep our shelter dogs warm, cozy, and feeling loved while they wait for their forever homes.

🧺 Have extra blankets at home? We’d love to have them!

Please consider donating and helping Liv (and all her shelter friends) have something soft to snuggle up with.

Donations can be dropped off from 11am to 6pm weekdays and 11 am to 5pm on weekends.

10/28/2026

🍬 You’re in for a TREAT! 🍬

And here she is — meet Treat! ❤️

Treat is a 30 pound 1-year-old mixed-breed pup who is every bit as sweet as her name! She walks great on a leash, is social and friendly, and already knows how to sit. Treat is a lower-energy girl who enjoys a little playtime but is just as happy cuddling up with her favorite people.

🎃 Skip the tricks this Halloween and adopt Treat! Come meet her at Lucas County Canine Care & Control and see for yourself just how sweet she is!

📍 1301 Monroe St, Toledo, OH 43604
📞 419-213-2800

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10/28/2026

💕 Meet Mama Pickles! 💕

Our senior girl, Mama Pickles, is 8 years old, weighs 53 lbs, and is quite possibly one of the silliest girls you’ll ever meet! ❤️

Don’t let her age fool you. Mama Pickles still has plenty of personality to keep you laughing for days! She’s a lower-energy lady most of the time, but when the zoomies hit, you better be ready! 😂 She’ll spin in circles, pounce around, and even throw in some tiny hops straight up into the air. It’s impossible not to smile watching her silly little antics!

Mama Pickles also knows sit and shake! She’s proof that you’re never too old to be a goofball, and she’s ready to spend her golden years making someone laugh and bringing joy into a home.

Come meet Mama Pickles, take this funny little lady home, and discover for yourself just how much personality can fit into one adorable package!

10/28/2026

🍫💛 Meet Butterfinger! 💛🍫

Butterfinger is a 6-year-old Lab/Pit Bull mix who’s 73 lbs of sweet, squishy goodness! This handsome, chonky boy came to us as a stray, and now he’s hoping to find a forever family that will love him to pieces. He’s proof that the best things come in big, golden packages!

Butterfinger is a people-loving guy with a laid-back personality. He walks nicely on a leash, knows sit, and takes treats so gently! He’s a fan of the pool, enjoys spending time with his favorite humans, and would much rather hang out with you than run a marathon.

At 73 lbs, Butterfinger has a little extra sweetness to him and could stand to lose some weight. His future family can help him work toward a healthier figure with a balanced diet and some fun, low-impact activities.

Butterfinger is social and tolerant with other dogs, but he’s mostly interested in the people around him.

Looking for a dog you just can’t resist? Don’t let this sweetie slip through your fingers! Come meet Butterfinger! 💛🐾🍫

10/27/2026

🐾 Meet Troll! 🖤

Troll has been waiting for his turn since July, and we think it’s about time this handsome boy got some attention! At approximately 1 year and 2 months old and 56 lbs, Troll is a big, playful pup with adorable pointy ears, a shiny black coat, and the prettiest brown eyes.

Troll is a social guy who loves to play and has been very tolerant with other dogs. He’s got plenty of energy, so if you’re looking for a companion to keep you moving and make life a little more fun, Troll might be your guy! He takes treats gently, knows sit, and has some good manners to build on.

We know shelter life can’t compare to having a home of your own, and Troll has been here since the summer waiting for someone to see what a great dog he is. He deserves a family who will give him the chance to be more than just another dog waiting in a kennel. Could you be the person who finally gets to take Troll home? ❤️

📍 Lucas County Canine Care & Control
1301 Monroe St, Toledo, OH 43604
📞 419-213-2800

🕒 Monday–Friday: 11 AM–5:30 PM
🕒 Saturday–Sunday: 11 AM–4:30 PM

10/27/2026

Meet Meah!

Meah is a 2-year-old girl who came to us as a stray alongside her sister, Leah! These two are practically twins, right down to their petite size! Meah is a little pittie weighing only 34 pounds, and her sister Leah is the same size!

Meah is a very social, friendly girl who loves making new friends! She walks great on a leash, knows sit, and has a lower energy level. We’ve also briefly seen her around children, and she did very well!

Interested in Meah, her “twin” Leah, or maybe even adopting both? Come meet these adorable sisters at Lucas County Canine Care & Control! Whether you fall in love with one or decide you need double the love, these girls are waiting to meet you! 🐶🐶💕

📍 Lucas County Canine Care & Control
1301 Monroe St, Toledo, OH 43604
📞 419-213-2800

🕒 Monday–Friday: 11 AM–5:30 PM
🕒 Saturday–Sunday: 11 AM–4:30 PM

Address

1301 Monroe Street
Toledo, OH
43604

Opening Hours

Monday	11am - 6pm
Tuesday	11am - 6pm
Wednesday	11am - 6pm
Thursday	11am - 6pm
Friday	11am - 6pm
Saturday	11am - 5pm
Sunday	11am - 5pm

Website

http://www.lucascountydogs.com/, https://a.co/05oaQEkk

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