CLEVELAND, Ohio – The Cuyahoga County Animal Shelter (CCAS) is asking residents to consider opening their homes for the summer to seven dogs who have been awaiting adoption for more than 100 days.
A couple of the dogs have been waiting for more than a year. Some have never been given a chance to leave the shelter.
“We thought for sure they would get adopted shortly after they arrived, but that didn’t happen,” a recent CCAS email advertising the seven dogs said.
But if they can’t be adopted, the shelter hopes to at least give the dogs a break from their kennels, to live in a home with a family and individualized attention. The shelter calls it a mini summer vacation.
“And don’t worry, CCAS picks up the tab!” the email notes.
The shelter supplies food, toys, a crate and anything else the dog may need during its stay, which typically lasts a week or two. “This gives our dogs enough time to decompress from a stressful shelter atmosphere and also helps us learn more about how they are in a home setting,” the shelter’s website explains.
Those interested must fill out a questionnaire and meet with shelter staff and the dog. To learn more, email foster@cuyahogacounty.gov or visit the shelter at 9500 Sweet Valley Dr., in Valley View.
Meet the dogs:
Revere has been at the Cuyahoga County Animal Shelter for more than 100 days.(Courtesy of the Cuyahoga County Animal Shelter)
Revere: The 5-year-old Boxer-Terrier mix is “great with kids” and quiet, the shelter says. He’s housebroken and needs to be in a home with no other dogs. He also may require ongoing medical care for prior injuries.
Smoothie has been at the Cuyahoga County Animal Shelter for more than 100 days.(Courtesy of the Cuyahoga County Animal Shelter)
Smoothie: The 1-year-old “adventurous” American Pit Bull Terrier mix loves “defluffing” toys and carrying sticks on walks, the shelter says. He’s great with car rides and other dogs and would do well with an outdoorsy family. He’s “possibly” housebroken, the shelter says, meaning he is believed to be potty trained but hasn’t been tested in a home. He would do best as the only dog in the house.
Valentine has been at the Cuyahoga County Animal Shelter for more than 100 days.(Courtesy of the Cuyahoga County Animal Shelter)
Valentine: The 2-year-old Cane Corso mix loves the pool, other like-sized dogs and older teens, the shelter says. She’s described as “easy to handle.” She’s “possibly” housebroken, the shelter says, meaning she is believed to be potty trained but hasn’t been tested in a home. She would do best in an adult-only home.
Venny has been at the Cuyahoga County Animal Shelter for more than 100 days.(Courtesy of the Cuyahoga County Animal Shelter)
Venny: The 3-year-old American Pit Bull Terrier mix is described as a quiet snuggler and sunbather. “Venny is our one-in-a-million type of dog,” his adoption profile says. “He is full of vibes as sweet as honey and a heart who loves everyone.” He is housebroken and is being treated for heartworm. He would do best in a home with female dogs or children aged 10 and older.
Harley has been at the Cuyahoga County Animal Shelter for more than 100 days.(Courtesy of the Cuyahoga County Animal Shelter)
Harley: The 7-year-old American Pit Bull Terrier mix is described as quiet, affectionate, easy to handle and easy going. She is housebroken and loves blankets, soft spaces and “chilling out,” the shelter says. She would do best as the only pet in a home with older children or adults only.
Shadow has been at the Cuyahoga County Animal Shelter for more than 100 days.(Courtesy of the Cuyahoga County Animal Shelter)
Shadow: The 5-year-old black Labrador Retriever mix loves attention, water and going on long hikes, the shelter says. He will bark when he wants something. He is possibly housebroken, meaning he is believed to be potty trained but hasn’t been tested in a home. He would do best as the sole pet in the home.
Rocket has been at the Cuyahoga County Animal Shelter for more than 100 days.(Courtesy of the Cuyahoga County Animal Shelter)
Rocket: The nearly 2-year-old American Pit Bull Terrier mix can destuff a toy in 30 seconds flat, the shelter bragged in his profile. He loves the pool, playing with other dogs and kong toys. “Zoomies central,” his profile says. He would do well in a home with adults only but would love a dog friend or two to tussle with.
In addition to seeking foster homes for long-term residents, the shelter is also hosting its ninth annual Adoptapalooza, Friday through Sunday. It’s an effort to clear space for the influx of dogs that come in over the 4th of July holiday every year amid the noisy celebrations.
Adoptions, which typically cost $95, will be just $20 over the weekend, covering the license for dogs four months and older. Adoptions include spay/neuter, heartworm test, vaccines, a 2025 dog license, microchip and a current rabies tag.
Dogs in foster care will also be at the shelter for meet and greets from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday. Regular shelter hours this weekend are 10:30 a.m. until 4 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and noon to 4 p.m. on Sunday.
All of the dogs available for adoption can be viewed on the shelter’s website at animalshelter.cuyahogacounty.gov/adopt.
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