Animals Available for Adoption
Are you looking to add a furry friend to the family? Kirkwood's Veterinary Technology program has dogs available for adoption!
All of our dogs have been working with students throughout the semester on basic manners such as sit, lay down, heel, and stay and potty training. Every dog is spayed and/or neutered, up to date on vaccinations, microchipped, and tested for heartworm and tick-borne diseases.
The adoption fee is $150. If you have a dog in your home currently, we do require a meet and greet with your dog to ensure compatibility.
You must set up an appointment to meet the dogs; we do not do walk-ins. To make an appointment please email Erin Dahlstrom at erin.dahlstrom@kirkwood.edu. Appointments are available Monday through Friday.
Meet the dogs
Tiana: Tiana is a 3-year-old spayed female border collie mix looking for her forever home. Although she may be a little shy initially, she loves to run around and play with toys. She is a very smart girl and already knows some basic commands such as sit, stay, down, and high five. She also enjoys playing on our agility equipment. Tiana would love to find a place she can call her own.
Mocha: Looking for a young pup that loves to run and play? Look no further! Estimated to be around 8-10 months old, this energetic girl is ready for a lifetime of fun. Although she is still learning some manners, we are confident she will thrive in the right home. She has energy and will need a family that enjoys regular walks and exercise. Once she gets her zoomies out she just wants to love her people.
Rudy: Rudy, our Kirkwood mascot, is around 1-2 years old. A male boxer mix that would love to have a piece of your heart. This sweet boy loves to get attention and play with toys. He is very attentive when it comes to training and sits so nicely for a yummy treat.
Kye: Kye is about 1-2 years old, neutered male boxer/pit mix. He is well-mannered and would be a great addition to any household! Kye has a history of eating things he shouldn’t so he will need to have some restrictions when left home alone. Don’t let that deter you from meeting Kye and finding out what nice dog he is. Kye enjoys playing fetch and belly rubs!
Mini (Bonded with Ella): Mini is a 4-year-old spayed female lab mix looking to join a new family alongside her house mate Ella. She is a very sweet girl that enjoys play time and treats. Mini and her sister Ella are working on a weight loss plan together. They will need a family to help them maintain their girlish figures by providing a consistent exercise routine and healthy diet.
Ella (Bonded with Mini): Looking for a large breed dog that thinks she belongs in your lap? Then Ella is the girl for you! This 6-year-old spayed female lab mix would love nothing more than to receive endless love. Her happy butt wiggles are sure to make you smile. Ella is working on a diet plan so that she can be swimsuit ready next summer. She will need someone to help her with this journey. Ella is bonded with her house mate Mini, and it would be preferred to have them adopted together.
Wonka: Looking for a happy go lucky dog to take on all of your adventures? Then Wonka is the dog for you! This 5-year-old neutered chocolate lab is ready for whatever life throws at him. He loves to run around and play with toys outside. We are working on a diet plan for him so that he can live a long, healthy life. He will need someone that can help him continue his weight loss journey and provide consistent exercise and a healthy diet.
Churro: Meet Churro, a 4-year-old female pit bull mix who is young and full of energy! Although she is energetic, she settles down quickly and loves to hang out with people and give her affection. She likes to chase the tennis ball and run around our indoor enrichment area with all kinds of toys. She would love to join someone who is just as active as she is!
Pepe: Looking for a small companion dog with a big personality? You will find exactly that with Pepe. This 2-year-old male dachshund mix may act tough when he is in his kennel, but once you get him out, he is a very sweet boy! He loves to cuddle up in your lap and enjoys chasing around toys. He used to live with Mikey, so we know he got along well with him and potentially other dogs.
Mikey: Mikey is a sweet dachshund mix puppy that is looking to become a part of someone’s heart. Estimated to be around 6 months old when he joined us in August, this boy still has some growing and learning to do. He will need a family that can teach him the ropes and show him the love he deserves. Mikey enjoys snuggling up and getting belly rubs.
Jeeter: Meet Jeeter! This 2-year-old male is a smaller shepherd mix weighing around 40 pounds. Jeeter loves to play and will spin around with excitement when he’s given a toy! He is very smart and already knows how to sit, stay, and come when called. His previous owner reported that he does well with other dogs, cats and children. Jeeter would love to be a part of a family that will play with him regularly to help burn some of that young dog energy.
Hope: Know anyone looking for an extremely loyal dog? Meet Hope! She’s about 1.5 years old, spayed, and around 50#. She has been in a foster home with 4 other dogs and 2 cats and has done well overall. When her foster was on vacation she stayed with a family who had a young son and did well with him so we believe she’d be great with respectful kids. She bonds very quickly to her people, almost to a fault, but with consistency and routine she should settle in just fine! She does well with going potty outside but will need some help learning that her kennel isn’t scary when alone. A confident dog friend would be a benefit for Hope, but she would be happy with just a human to love too!