Franklin County Dog Shelter & Adoption Center

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"She's truly PERFECT!" Meet Journey! 👟🐾Journey just got back from a weekend sleepover and we learned so much about her!✅...
08/04/2026

"She's truly PERFECT!" Meet Journey! 👟🐾

Journey just got back from a weekend sleepover and we learned so much about her!

✅ Has had good experiences with dogs!
✅ Potty trained
✅ Crate trained
✅ Walked amazingly on leash
✅ Knows sit, down, and comes when called
✅ "A lover girl who will steal your heart!"

If you've been thinking about adding a new best friend to your family, Journey might be the one. Stop by the shelter and meet her today!

Interested in hosting a sleepover of your own? Join us for our Clear the Shelters Weekend Sleepover event, August 14–16!

Whether you're hoping to adopt or just want to give a shelter dog a fun weekend out of the kennel, this event is for everyone. 🧡

One Sushi to-go please! 🍣🚗A shelter volunteer spent the whole day with Sushi yesterday, and here's what she had to say a...
08/03/2026

One Sushi to-go please! 🍣🚗

A shelter volunteer spent the whole day with Sushi yesterday, and here's what she had to say about it!

"I cannot say enough wonderful things about miss sushi, she is the full package and is just missing a comfy couch to stretch out on with her people. She deserves the world has so much love to give!"

⭐️ Passenger princess (center console preferably)
⭐️ Loves to play and adventure and is very passionate about her stuffy toys
⭐️ Has been so gentle and polite. Smart and a wonderful listener!
⭐️ Lap dog (she will make it work)
⭐️ Was calm and curious when meeting another dog!
⭐️ Did great in public, calm and unphased by distractions

Meet Sushi at the Franklin County Dog Shelter today! 🧡

08/02/2026

UPDATE: Adopted! 🥳

Tucker the fluffy pittie! 😊

What we know about Tucker:
✅ Potty trained
✅ Knows sit, down, and shake
✅ Good experiences with other dogs
✅ Uniquely adorable

Stop by the shelter to meet our fluffy pit today! 🧡

"House hippo" has never been truer! 🦛🧡 Meet Diamond! This senior gal is a perfect mix of playful and cuddly. She is curr...
08/01/2026

"House hippo" has never been truer! 🦛🧡

Meet Diamond! This senior gal is a perfect mix of playful and cuddly. She is currently in a foster home where she has been displaying amazing house manners. She's crate trained, housebroken, and can be left to free roam as well. She enjoys short walks, sun bathing, and playing with her favorite toys. Diamond has also had positive experiences with dogs.

Email [email protected] if you're interested in meeting her! 😍

07/31/2026

How well do we really know our shelter dogs? 🤔

A huge shoutout to Open Farm Pet Food for helping make this video possible by donating some seriously yummy treats!

Should we turn this into a series? What do you guys think? Let us know in the comments!

07/30/2026

It's always "What's Skip doing?" and never "How's Skip doing?" 😔

Meet Skip! This sweet 5 year old chihuahua is looking for a home. He's an independent king, but will definitely let you know when he wants to cuddle.
Interested in Skip?

Meet him today at the Franklin County Dog Shelter!

07/29/2026

Onyx is back from foster care and available for adoption at the shelter this weekend! 🤩

This big sweetheart loves adventures like hiking, swimming, paddle boarding, and car rides. He’s done great in foster care, loves his people, and has gotten along great with other dogs. 🐾💙

Stop by this weekend to meet Onyx. No appointment needed!

Can’t make it? If he’s still available, email [email protected] to schedule a meet and greet

"I just wanted to let you know how amazing Lucci is..." 🥹💙Lucci (formerly Mugsy) was adopted just a couple of weeks ago,...
07/28/2026

"I just wanted to let you know how amazing Lucci is..." 🥹💙

Lucci (formerly Mugsy) was adopted just a couple of weeks ago, and it's safe to say he's settling into the good life!

His new family says he's the sweetest boy. He's learning not to be so jumpy, loves playing ball, sleeps through the night in bed, and is fully housebroken. He's a wonderful cuddler, did great during bath time, and takes full advantage of zooming around his acre of land!

We love getting updates like these. Congratulations, Lucci! 🐾

SAVE THE DATE! 🐾Our annual Clear the Shelters Sleepover Event is officially 3 weeks away! 🎉Give a shelter dog a break fr...
07/27/2026

SAVE THE DATE! 🐾

Our annual Clear the Shelters Sleepover Event is officially 3 weeks away! 🎉

Give a shelter dog a break from the kennels and fill your home with love, laughter, and tons of fun for a few days.

Never hosted a sleepover before? Check out our Sleepover FAQ's or visit our website for all the event details.

Website link:
https://www.franklincountyohio.gov/County-Government/Events-directory/ANCL/2026-Clear-the-Shelters-Sleepover

Stay tuned for everything you need to know leading up to the big weekend. We can't wait to see you and our shelter pups head out for another unforgettable sleepover weekend! ❤️

Damon's big day out! 🐾☀Damon came to the shelter with some skin issues, but thanks to our medical team, he's on the mend...
07/26/2026

Damon's big day out! 🐾☀

Damon came to the shelter with some skin issues, but thanks to our medical team, he's on the mend. While his skin heals and his fur grows back, he's been enjoying DogVentures with our volunteers.

After spending the day with him, his DogVenture host said:

"Damon is such a sweet boy! His smile melted my heart, and his ears are full of personality. Anyone who adopts him will hit the jackpot. What a perfect gentleman."

Email [email protected] to schedule a meet and greet with Damon today! 🧡

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4340 Tamarack Boulevard
Columbus, OH
43229

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Tuesday 10am - 6pm
Wednesday 10am - 6pm
Thursday 10am - 6pm
Friday 10am - 6pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 9am - 5pm

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