Cuyahoga County Animal Shelter

Cuyahoga County Animal Shelter You can see all our adoptable dogs by going to www.cuyahogadogs.com and clicking Adopt Me.

FOSTER-TO-ADOPT PRINCE!Meet Prince, a handsome 2-month-old Pit Bull puppy who is officially ready to steal your heart an...
06/06/2026

FOSTER-TO-ADOPT PRINCE!

Meet Prince, a handsome 2-month-old Pit Bull puppy who is officially ready to steal your heart and find his forever team! Prince is a brave puppy, approaching life with massive curiosity and total confidence. Whether he's exploring, playing with toys, or giving out endless puppy kisses, this little guy brings pure joy wherever he goes.

The Prince Profile:
Social Butterfly: He currently lives with two adult resident dogs and is doing a fantastic job learning his boundaries. He’d love a playful dog sibling, but he's also happy to be your solo superstar!

Smart Cookie: He’s already navigating stairs like a pro and appears to be p*e pad trained.

Puppy Power: He’s full of energy, loves a good cuddle, and has officially discovered his puppy teeth—so expect some playful chewing and puppy nibbles while he learns the ropes!

Crate Confident: While he doesn't love being left alone at first, he settles down after a few minutes and sleeps through the night in his crate or pen.

Foodie: He approaches every single meal like it’s the best thing he’s ever tasted.

How Foster-to-Adopt Works:
Because Prince is still a growing baby, he will stay in your home as a foster until his adoption is finalized after his neuter surgery. You will need to bring him back to the shelter every 3 weeks for puppy boosters and wellness exams (always on weekdays between 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.). His next booster is due on or shortly after Wednesday, June 10! His adoption fee is $170.00. Ready to give this royal pup the kingdom he deserves?

Email [email protected] today to learn more about the process or setup a time to meet Prince!



Nolan is a 1.6-year-old professional chill expert whose biggest hobby is minding his business and vibing. 😎🐾 This handso...
06/06/2026

Nolan is a 1.6-year-old professional chill expert whose biggest hobby is minding his business and vibing. 😎🐾 This handsome guy is all about taking life one sniff at a time, avoiding unnecessary drama, and enjoying the simple things—like hanging out, getting pets, and being ridiculously lovable. ❤️

But don’t let his laid-back attitude fool you—when the lady dogs show up, Nolan suddenly forgets how to act. 😂💕 In playgroup, this smooth gentleman turns into a total goofball, bouncing around, showing off, and doing his best to impress his favorite girls. 🐶✨ Because of his preference for female canine friends, he’d likely do best in a home with a lady dog companion.

If your family is missing a sweet, low-key best friend with movie-star looks, goofy charm, and zero interest in causing trouble, Nolan is ready to clock in for the job. 🏡💙 Come meet him today before another lucky family scoops up this certified good boy! 🐾🥰

06/05/2026

LOVE adoptions! Knowing our dogs are leaving to go into their forever homes warms our hearts.

Some dogs are graceful, elegant athletes. Bertha is not interested in that lifestyle. 🥔🐾 This delightfully chunky girl i...
06/05/2026

Some dogs are graceful, elegant athletes. Bertha is not interested in that lifestyle. 🥔🐾 This delightfully chunky girl is built more for snuggles than sp*ed and has perfected the art of looking mildly annoyed while actually being incredibly sweet. Beneath her serious expression is a total cuddle bug who believes every human exists for one very important purpose: to provide a lap for her 80 pounds of affection.

This big, beautiful lady has never met a lap she didn’t think was made specifically for her. Personal space? Bertha has never heard of it. If you sit down, she will happily smoosh all 80 pounds of herself right on top of you and call it cuddling. ❤️🥔

When she’s not perfecting her snuggle technique, Bertha can usually be found burrowing under blankets like a furry groundhog. Her efforts are admirable, but due to her generous proportions, there’s almost always a little Bertha b***y sticking out. 🍑😂 The upside? You get a front-row seat to her adorable tail thumps whenever she hears her favorite humans coming.

And walks? Bertha doesn’t walk—she moseys. 🐾 She believes life is best enjoyed at a leisurely pace, taking in every smell, every breeze, and every opportunity to avoid unnecessary cardio.

If you're looking for a sweet, squishy best friend with a permanently unimpressed face and a heart of gold, Bertha is ready to waddle her way right into your life.

✨ OUR FOSTER FRIDAY SPOTLIGHT IS MURRAY ✨Murray has reached that wonderful stage in life where he knows exactly what he ...
06/05/2026

✨ OUR FOSTER FRIDAY SPOTLIGHT IS MURRAY ✨
Murray has reached that wonderful stage in life where he knows exactly what he likes: a good walk, a toy worth carrying around proudly, a few close friends, and a yard to explore. At 4½ years old, Murray isn't interested in creating drama. His foster family has watched him continue to blossom, and he's made incredible progress with his leash skills along the way. Murray is the kind of dog who makes every day a little brighter simply by being happy to be there.

Now all he needs is a foster-to-adopt home of his own where he can continue living his best life—and maybe accumulate an even larger toy collection. Interested in meeting Murray? Email [email protected] to learn more. 💙🐾

Soundwave77 is our DJ for Jog for Dogs! Let us know in the comments what song you want played at the afterparty! We'll g...
06/05/2026

Soundwave77 is our DJ for Jog for Dogs!
Let us know in the comments what song you want played at the afterparty! We'll go first!
Our shelter dog's pick - UNSTOPPABLE by Sia!
Your turn!
Register today! https://www.jogfordogs.com/

🎉 FOSTER FRIDAY SPOTLIGHT 🎉🐾✨ Excuse me, why hasn’t Murray been adopted yet?! ✨🐾Seriously, we’re confused.Murray is abou...
06/05/2026

🎉 FOSTER FRIDAY SPOTLIGHT 🎉

🐾✨ Excuse me, why hasn’t Murray been adopted yet?! ✨🐾

Seriously, we’re confused.

Murray is about 4 years old and somehow manages to be the total package wrapped up in one handsome, lovable pup. He’s the kind of dog who is always ready for an adventure, whether that’s a walk around the neighborhood, exploring a new trail, or simply investigating every interesting smell along the way.

This sweet boy walks beautifully on a leash and gets along wonderfully with both male and female dogs. When he’s not out adventuring, you’ll find him happily zooming around the yard, tossing toys around, and soaking up every bit of fun life has to offer.

And if you’re handing out pets and attention? Murray would like to respectfully request all of them. He’s affectionate, social, and firmly believes that every day should include plenty of love from his favorite humans.

💙 About 4 years old
💙 Fantastic leash manners
💙 Friendly with male and female dogs
💙 Loves adventures and exploring
💙 Toy enthusiast
💙 Yard zoomie champion
💙 Professional attention seeker

Murray is currently living in a foster home and proving every day what an incredible companion he is. The only thing missing is a forever family to call his own.

📧 Interested in meeting this perfect gentleman? Reach out to [email protected] to learn more about Murray and schedule a meet-and-greet!

🐾 Warning: Meeting Murray may result in immediate and irreversible falling in love. ❤️



🚨 WANTED: A family for Saylor 🚨Crime: Being suspiciously perfect.At just 5 years old, Saylor has somehow mastered the ar...
06/05/2026

🚨 WANTED: A family for Saylor 🚨

Crime: Being suspiciously perfect.

At just 5 years old, Saylor has somehow mastered the art of being everyone’s favorite. Seriously. He loves every person he meets, gets along with both male and female dogs, walks like a gentleman on a leash, and hands out free smiles wherever he goes.

His hobbies include:
🐾 Collecting belly rubs
🐾 Zooming around the yard
🐾 Destroying toy squeakers with great enthusiasm
🐾 Making people say, “Awwww!”

Saylor would love a home with kids 6+ who can appreciate his sweet and gentle nature. He’d also be thrilled to have a canine sibling to hang out with. His only request? No cats. He has reviewed the feline application and decided it’s not a good fit for his lifestyle.

If you’re looking for a loyal best friend, a professional belly-rub enthusiast, and a certified good boy all wrapped into one handsome package, Saylor is ready to clock in for the job.

Come meet him before someone else realizes he’s basically the dog version of winning the lottery. ❤️🐶



Some dogs have names that don't fit their personality. Sus is not one of those dogs. 😂🐶At just 7 months old, Sus has alr...
06/04/2026

Some dogs have names that don't fit their personality. Sus is not one of those dogs. 😂🐶

At just 7 months old, Sus has already mastered the art of looking unbelievably suspicious at all times. Sitting quietly? Sus. Walking across the yard? Sus. Looking directly at you with those shifty little eyes? Extremely sus. We can't prove she's plotting anything, but we're not ruling it out either. 🤨👀

Luckily, whatever she's planning seems to involve having a great time. This goofy girl loves getting her energy out in playgroup, where she spends her days zooming around with her dog friends, wrestling, chasing, and generally causing the kind of harmless chaos that only a puppy can. 🐾💨

When she's not busy being the subject of an ongoing investigation, Sus is a sweet, playful pup who is ready to bring plenty of laughs to her future family. If you've ever wanted a best friend who looks like she's constantly up to something, Sus is waiting to meet you. ❤️🐶

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9500 Sweet Valley Drive
Valley View, OH
44125

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