Fairfield County Dog Adoption Center & Shelter

Fairfield County Dog Adoption Center & Shelter Fairfield County Dog Shelter & Adoption Center
Dog Wardens Office
1715 Granville Pike
Lancaster, Ohio 43130

Click the Learn More button to view our adoptable dogs. At the Fairfield County Dog Shelter and Adoption Center we are committed to serving and protecting Fairfield County. We strive for an environment that supports our efforts towards continuous improvement and a high expectation of quality. The Fairfield County Dog Shelter and Adoption Center is committed to creating a future that will make Fair

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๐ŸŽ‰ HAPPY TAILS! ๐ŸŽ‰ Another week, another round of forever homes! ๐Ÿพโค๏ธWeโ€™re celebrating the amazing pups who found their peo...
06/01/2026

๐ŸŽ‰ HAPPY TAILS! ๐ŸŽ‰
Another week, another round of forever homes! ๐Ÿพโค๏ธ
Weโ€™re celebrating the amazing pups who found their people last week. Itโ€™s always hard to say goodbye, but even better to say โ€œWelcome home!โ€ ๐Ÿกโœจ
๐Ÿ‘‹ This weekโ€™s adopted stars:
๐Ÿถ Stewie
๐Ÿถ Thingy
๐Ÿถ So Happy
๐Ÿถ Bongo
๐Ÿถ Kentucky
๐Ÿถ Derby

๐Ÿ“ธ Swipe through the photos to see those tail wags, happy faces, and first family moments!

Ochre is back from his weekend sleepover, and ready to take on the next adventure; finding a furever family!Ochreโ€™s fost...
06/01/2026

Ochre is back from his weekend sleepover, and ready to take on the next adventure; finding a furever family!

Ochreโ€™s foster family had lots of good things to say about him! The highlights include:
๐Ÿถ Ochre is still a young boy at approximately a year old, so a semi-active or active home that wonโ€™t mind his silly and playful nature is ideal.
๐Ÿ•๐Ÿˆ He does very well with other dogs, and he is curious but friendly with cats.
๐Ÿก He appears to be potty trained as long as he is on a consistent schedule.
๐Ÿพ He really loves snuggles and wants to be your shadow. He has never met a stranger, he is everyoneโ€™s best friend!

Ochre is currently available for adoption and ready to take that next step into furever! If you are interested in meeting Ochre, please submit an adoption application on our website; fairfieldcountydogs.com

๐Ÿ“ข Shelter UpdateThe Fairfield County Dog Adoption Center & Shelter will be temporarily closing public access to the kenn...
06/01/2026

๐Ÿ“ข Shelter Update

The Fairfield County Dog Adoption Center & Shelter will be temporarily closing public access to the kennel area through Wednesday, June 3, while staff completes a comprehensive deep cleaning and sanitation process.

Please note:
๐Ÿพ There will be no public walk-throughs of the kennel through Wednesday, June 3.
๐Ÿพ Visitors may still schedule appointments to meet available dogs.
๐Ÿพ All other shelter services will continue as normal.
๐Ÿพ Staff will still be available to assist visitors and answer questions.

We appreciate your patience and understanding as we complete this important work to maintain a clean, safe, and healthy environment for the animals in our care.

Thank you for your continued support of the Fairfield County Dog Adoption Center & Shelter.

๐Ÿพ MEET ME MONDAY ๐ŸพStart your week off with a wag and a woof โ€“ it's time to meet one of our newest adoptable pups at the ...
06/01/2026

๐Ÿพ MEET ME MONDAY ๐Ÿพ
Start your week off with a wag and a woof โ€“ it's time to meet one of our newest adoptable pups at the Fairfield County Dog Adoption Center & Shelter! ๐Ÿถ๐Ÿ’•

๐Ÿ“ธ Name: Coolmore
๐ŸŽ‚ Age: 5 years old
๐Ÿ• Breed: Labrador Retriever mix

๐Ÿง  Personality: Coolmore is a pretty typical Lab; outgoing, goofy, and oh so handsome! We are all a little surprised that no one has come banging down our doors for him yet, but he is just waiting for the perfect family to find him. While he has not met any potential adopters yet, Coolmore has been extremely friendly with staff and loves making friends. He appears to be potty trained and knows some other skills like "sit" already.

๐Ÿก Ideal Home: Coolmore came to us quite overweight, so he is looking for a family that will keep him active and help him shed those extra pounds! Otherwise he is a happy and healthy guy. He really enjoys being close to people, so a family that will be home more often than not would be ideal. Coolmore has not met any other dogs, cats, or children in the shelter so we recommend bringing those family members in to meet him prior to adoption.

We have a dog for everyone here at the Fairfield County Dog Adoption Center and Shelter. Visit our website to see all our dogs that are available for adoption!

Grace and Freya are ready to find their furever homes!๐Ÿก๐Ÿ’–โœจ All of our dogs are spayed/neutered, f***l checked (de-wormed ...
05/30/2026

Grace and Freya are ready to find their furever homes!๐Ÿก๐Ÿ’–

โœจ All of our dogs are spayed/neutered, f***l checked (de-wormed if found), microchipped, vaccinated, current on flea & tick/heartworm prevention, and a 2026 Fairfield County dog license is included.

๐Ÿ• Interested in adopting? Visit: www.fairfieldcountydogs.com to view all of our available dogs and to fill out an online application. โœจ

๐Ÿ“ Please note: New profiles may not be on the website until the following day. Please be patient with us. If you are interested in a new adoptee, please submit an application online at www.fairfieldcountydogs.com. Processing new applications can take up to 24 to 48 hours.

๐Ÿšจ STRAY DOG INTAKE ALERT ๐Ÿšจ Weโ€™ve had new strays come into the shelter and want to help them get home as quickly as possi...
05/29/2026

๐Ÿšจ STRAY DOG INTAKE ALERT ๐Ÿšจ
Weโ€™ve had new strays come into the shelter and want to help them get home as quickly as possible. Please share to help us spread the word! ๐Ÿ™๐Ÿพ

๐ŸพAnimal ID: 24744
๐Ÿ“ Found on: S Main St, Pleasantville
๐Ÿ“… Date Found: 5/29
๐Ÿถ Description:
โ€ข Breed (best guess): Labrador mix
โ€ข Color/Markings: Black
โ€ข Approx. Age: 10 months
โ€ข S*x: Unaltered male

๐ŸพAnimal ID: 24743
๐Ÿ“ Found on: S Main St, Pleasantville
๐Ÿ“… Date Found: 5/29
๐Ÿถ Description:
โ€ข Breed (best guess): Labrador mix
โ€ข Color/Markings: Brown
โ€ข Approx. Age: 1 year
โ€ข S*x: Unaltered male

๐ŸพAnimal ID: 24742
๐Ÿ“ Found on: Logan Thornville Rd NE, Rushville
๐Ÿ“… Date Found: 5/29
๐Ÿถ Description:
โ€ข Breed (best guess):German shepherd
โ€ข Color/Markings: Rust
โ€ข Approx. Age: 7 years
โ€ข S*x: Unaltered male

๐ŸพAnimal ID: 24741
๐Ÿ“ Found on: Sugar Grove Rd, Sugar Grove
๐Ÿ“… Date Found: 5/28
๐Ÿถ Description:
โ€ข Breed (best guess): German shepherd
โ€ข Color/Markings: Black
โ€ข Approx. Age: Adult
โ€ข S*x: Female

๐Ÿ“ž Contact Us: If you believe this may be your dog or recognize them, please call us at (740)687-3647 or stop by the shelter during business hours at 1715 Granville Pike in Lancaster.

๐Ÿพ๐ŸŽ‰ PUPDATE TIME! ๐ŸŽ‰๐Ÿพ Ready for some happy tears? Itโ€™s time for a  โ€”where we check in on one of our former shelter pups wh...
05/29/2026

๐Ÿพ๐ŸŽ‰ PUPDATE TIME! ๐ŸŽ‰๐Ÿพ
Ready for some happy tears? Itโ€™s time for a โ€”where we check in on one of our former shelter pups whoโ€™s now living their best life in their forever home! ๐Ÿก๐Ÿ’•
๐Ÿถ Wren, once a resident of our shelter, now goes by โ€œDarcyโ€! Check out her update below to see how she is doing. From shelter life to spoiled pupโ€”we live for these moments. ๐Ÿ’›

โ€œHello, we wanted to share what a pleasure it has been to have the opportunity to adopt from Fairfield County! We adopted Wren, now named "Darcy". She is a wonderful dog and sooo sweet. She loves the kids and playing outside. She loves going on walks even though they are very short until her eyes heal. We look forward to many, many years with Darcy!โ€

๐Ÿ™ Thank you to this wonderful family for giving Moo the loving home they deserve.
Drop a โค๏ธ to celebrate this sweet success story, and rememberโ€”every adoption makes room for another rescue.

๐Ÿšจ STRAY DOG INTAKE ALERT ๐Ÿšจ Weโ€™ve had new strays come into the shelter and want to help them get home as quickly as possi...
05/28/2026

๐Ÿšจ STRAY DOG INTAKE ALERT ๐Ÿšจ
Weโ€™ve had new strays come into the shelter and want to help them get home as quickly as possible. Please share to help us spread the word! ๐Ÿ™๐Ÿพ

๐ŸพAnimal ID: 24706
๐Ÿ“ Found on: Stonecreek Drive, Pickerington
๐Ÿ“… Date Found: 5/15
๐Ÿถ Description:
โ€ข Breed (best guess): Pit bull
โ€ข Color/Markings: Brown/white
โ€ข Approx. Age: 4 years
โ€ข S*x: Unaltered male

๐Ÿ“ž Contact Us: If you believe this may be your dog or recognize them, please call us at (740)687-3647 or stop by the shelter during business hours at 1715 Granville Pike in Lancaster.

๐Ÿพ๐ŸŽ‰ PUPDATE TIME! ๐ŸŽ‰๐Ÿพ Ready for some happy tears? Itโ€™s time for a  โ€”where we check in on one of our former shelter pups wh...
05/28/2026

๐Ÿพ๐ŸŽ‰ PUPDATE TIME! ๐ŸŽ‰๐Ÿพ
Ready for some happy tears? Itโ€™s time for a โ€”where we check in on one of our former shelter pups whoโ€™s now living their best life in their forever home! ๐Ÿก๐Ÿ’•
๐Ÿถ Mars, once a resident of our shelter, has a pupdate for us! Check out his update below to see how he is doing. From shelter life to spoiled pupโ€”we live for these moments. ๐Ÿ’›

๐Ÿ™ Thank you to this wonderful family for giving Moo the loving home they deserve.
Drop a โค๏ธ to celebrate this sweet success story, and rememberโ€”every adoption makes room for another rescue.

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Lancaster, OH

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 11am - 7pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 11am - 7pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 8am - 4pm

Telephone

+17406873647

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