Lucas County Canine Care & Control

02/20/2025

Today is National Love Your Pets Day! Which is obviously everyday, but just like the other “love” days it’s just a great excuse to show off how much you love them and how ADORABLE they are!

We had to take this opportunity to show off some of our staff pets 😊 Some of the dogs you might recognize because they are LC4 alumni!

Make sure to share your babes in the comments. We want to see them ALL!

02/19/2025

A plea from the cutest man, Count Chocula.

“Please, please, please save your brown paper bags and the cardboard tube from your paper towel rolls! My volunteer pals put snacks in them and we get to smell and tear them up! It’s so fun! Ahhh, but what if they run out of treats?!? If you have any to spare I would love to taste them 😉”

02/17/2025

In addition to all the food you donated we had some of our village give us food as well!! We are so lucky!!

Michigan Humane has provided us with a pallet of pet food every month since July. They are ambassadors for
Greater Good Charities and host their own pantry as well as assist other agencies with theirs.

Hard Licker Ranch and Sanctuary gave us three carts of pet food and the Toledo Humane Society brought over several huge bags of dog kibble! They are both transfer partners and have opened their doors to so many LC4 pups. Thank you so so so much! 🙌🙌🙌🙌

02/16/2025

We hate that we have to post this AGAIN this year, but there are dogs suffering and succumbing to the cold weather. It’s heartbreaking and it's AVOIDABLE.

If you know your dog has a history of escaping please make sure that they are watched and secured while outside. Keep outside time to a minimum especially if your dog is a puppy, elderly, and has a “flat face” (Pug, Bulldog-French & English, Shih Tzu, Boston Terrier, etc.) Arctic breeds (Husky, Saint Bernard, Newfoundland, Bernese Mountain Dog, Malamute, Akita, etc.) may be able to stay out longer, but still require supervision.

Hypothermia can set in quickly so knowing the signs is crucial: whining, shivering, sudden anxiety, slowing down or refusal to move, weakness/lethargy, muscle stiffness, pale gums, cold skin, and confusion. Seek medical attention immediately if your pet shows these signs. Warming them too quickly is harmful so please do not try to treat at home. Get them to a veterinarian for treatment ASAP. Become familiar with where the veterinary emergency hospitals (MedVet Toledo and Veterinary Emergency Center) are just in case.

Since we domesticated animals to be our companions we are now tasked with being their voice. If you see something SAY SOMETHING. You could be saving a life!

For a detailed list of safety tips visit http://lucascountydogs.com/keep-your-pets-safe-during.../

02/16/2025

We are beyond grateful for the generosity and kindness of our amazing animal loving community! Thanks to all of your donations, our pet food pantry shelves were stocked and ready for this morning’s pantry. Last month we passed out a record 2,800 pounds of food which is why your donations and support were so incredibly important.

When we started the pantry, our goal was simple: to ensure that no family has to make the heartbreaking decision to give up their pet due to temporary hardship. Every bag of food, every can, and every dollar donated makes a difference for families and their beloved animals. Because of your donations, we can continue ensuring that pets in our community stay fed and cared for, even in tough times when folks just need a little extra support to keep their beloved pets at home where they are loved and cherished- and that is right where they belong.

Your donations don’t just fill food bowls—they keep tails wagging, hearts full, and families together. Thank you so much for stepping up for our neighbors and their pets. This community is truly something special.

If you or someone you know needs assistance, we’re here to help and if you’d like to continue supporting the pantry, donations are always welcome. Thank you, thank you, thank you for being a part of this mission and for showing up for pets in need!

The first photo with the Amazon boxes was just the first of many donations and we were so excited
to see that pile of boxes. Then they kept coming. 3-5 Amazon delivers every day for a week and they’re STILL coming! After these photos were taken this morning even more boxes arrived! We are completely blown away!

02/16/2025

Oh man. Em was really on one this morning! She was supposed to be her sweet cuddly self but instead she got a taste of snow and was HYPE! Girlfriend could NOT sit still. She wanted to zoom zoom zoom around kicking up snow and was disappointed she couldn’t stay out very long.

If you’re looking for a snow day playmate Em might be the gal for you! If you come today drive carefully and take your time! We’re open until 4:30pm for adoptions!

02/15/2025

Extended!!

We’ve had so much fun reading Valentines to the pups we want to keep it going! The love fest shouldn’t end just because Valentine’s Day is over!

02/14/2025

Happy Valentine’s Day!

02/13/2025

02/10/2025

… YO, BRUH NEEDS A HOME FR FR

Ayo, someone come get Bruh before he takes over the shelter with his rizz . This dude is BUILT DIFFERENT—100% good boy, 0% thoughts behind those eyes. A total himbo.

✅ Certified Zoomie Champion
✅ Professional Couch Potate
✅ Ready to get outside and touch grass
✅ Will gaslight you into giving him extra treats 🍖👀
✅ Loyal AF (unless someone else has snacks, then idk)

Bruh just wants a homie to vibe with, take him on some next level adventures, and when it’s chill time- hook him up with one of his emotional support stuffies so he can really recharge. If you’re tryna adopt the GOAT of dogs, slide into our DMs or come link up with him at the shelter.

Also, Bruh is in flop era right now. Show him some love with a Sweetheart for Shelter Pups!

**Millennial, Gen X, and Boomer translation in the comments**

02/08/2025

**all three Shepherd kiddos have found their families as well as Byron the brindle pitty who was adopted before we could even post him!**

Are you kidding!😍😍
Just look at these cute little faces!

Miss (female), Midd & Boss (males) are 9 weeks old, full of puppy sass, and ready to find homes to grow up in! They came to us as sad, scared little babes, but a few weeks in an awesome foster home turned them into beautiful, sweet pups ready to go home and be amazing companions.

Their adoption fee is $125 which includes their spay/neuter, registered microchip, initial vaccinations (DHPP & intranasal bordetella), a 2025 dog license, and all the puppy breath you can inhale. We are open 11am to 4:30pm tomorrow and 11am-5:30pm during the week for adoptions so stop by and snuggle these kiddos!

02/05/2025

Our pet food pantry was started last summer to help keep families together after we noticed an uptake in surrender appointments due to money. We can’t fix everything, but providing food is definitely something we could assist with.

After last month our shelves are BARE and every spot on our sign up for this month is full. We need your help!!

Any brand, flavor, and style is greatly appreciated and donations can be dropped off anytime our staff is there. If online shopping is more your thing we also created an Amazon wishlist just for the pantry. www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3K9UM9K4KYBSG/ref=hz_ls_biz_ex

We appreciate every single donation and the families the food is helping shares the same sentiment!

02/04/2025

Ireland is the first recipient of a Sweetheart for Shelter Pups Valentine! Spider Monkey, Coal, and Duncan were also chosen by Adam and they enjoyed their valentines as well.

02/03/2025

Throwback to 8 days ago when it was Paws & Pucks at the Toledo Walleye.

Thanks Toledo.com and Doug Hinebaugh for taking awesome photos!

02/03/2025

Just like her namesake cookie, Samoa is irresistible in every way.

This pretty lady is as sweet as can be and will make you fall in love with her big smile and excited wiggly b***y. Samoa isn’t just a pretty face—she’s got the smarts and charm to match. She’s a quick learner and has pretty good manners- she was a respectful office guest and walks nicely on the leash once she’s past the OH MY GOSH ITS WALKIE TIMEEEEE part of the walk.

Samoa is eager to please and loves showing off her fantastic paw shake. She’s also got a playful streak and had the best time playing with that pig stuffy (thanks to whoever donated it!) . Samoa is searching for a home where she can be cherished like the treasure she is. Could you be the one to give her the love and attention she deserves?

Adopt Samoa today, and you’ll never have to pick up that dropped noodle or go to the bathroom alone again!

02/03/2025

There are only 4 appointment spots left for this month’s clinic!

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040848AAAC2EA0F85-lowcost1

Next month we will be back on the 3rd Thursday of the month. The sign up goes live on March 1st at 10am. Appointments go quickly so put it in your calendar!

Join us for a low-cost vaccination & microchipping clinic on February 27th from 2:30pm-5:00pm. Please sign up for an appointment slot below. All of the information requested must be filled out prior to coming to your appointment. Please be on time for your appointment. If you are late we may not be....

02/02/2025

That Punxsutawney Phil fella said 6 more weeks of winter and Betty said pish posh to that! She predicts an early spring. As far as who to trust we don’t know that Phil guy but we do know Betty and there’s no way we wouldn’t trust a pup with a mush like hers 😉😉

What do y’all think? 6 more weeks of winter? Early spring?

02/01/2025

February is here!

It's the season of hearts, roses, chocolates, gaudy but lovely décor, and of course LOVE. Which means you should adopt a dog. They love you and you'll love them. Win-win!

But even if you aren't able to adopt you can still share some love with them by gifting a custom paper conversation heart & treat all while helping future dogs that come into our care. For a $5 to Cutie's Fund you can pick out a heart and customize it with whatever message you want your sweet four legged Valentine to know. Your message will be shared with a pup of your choosing along with a delicious homemade peanut butter treat all while the smooth jazz of Kenny G is playing over someone's phone.

We can't promise we will Facebook live everyone but stay tuned through out the next 2 weeks for some to pop up through out the day. Donations can be made in person, over the phone, and through our website- https://lucascountydogs.com/cuties-fund/

The money donated to the fund is used to provide any additional medical care needed to dogs who come into the shelter sick or injured. Thank you so much in advance for showing our dogs so much love! It is so so appreciated!

You can also view our adoptable dogs at www.lucascountydogs.com