Today (October 22) is Subaru’s National Make A Dog’s Day. This day puts the spotlight on hard to adopt dogs hoping to find them new families to love. Meet five dogs available to adopt at the Michigan Humane Society who have spent a lot of time in the shelters.

Dogs Up for Adoption

Calvin the dog.

1. Calvin

  • Type: Hound
  • Gender: Male
  • Age: 1 year, 9 months
  • Animal ID: 887991
  • Location: Detroit

Calvin is a sweet boy who has a lot of energy. He loves to play with humans and toys. Any children in the house must be 14 years of age or older. Calvin is startled easily so it’s not recommended that he goes to crowded places.


Archibald the dog.

2. Archibald

  • Type: Pit bull, Boxer
  • Gender: Male
  • Age: 5 years, 6 months
  • Animal ID: 883646
  • Location: Westland

Archibald is always on the go and would enjoy exercising and playing with you. He loves to be petted and just wants to love you. Archibald doesn’t have a history with dogs or cats so introductions should happen slowly. Watch the video below to learn more about Archibald.


Ryder the dog.

3. Ryder

  • Type: Rottweiler, Pit bull
  • Gender: Male
  • Age: 1 year
  • Animal ID: 891903
  • Location: Westland

Ryder loves to show affection and receive it too. He needs to learn some manners since he’s still young but he’s ready to play and exercise with you. Ryder must be the only pet in the house.


Sprout the dog.

4. Sprout

  • Type: Boxer
  • Gender: Female
  • Age: 10 months
  • Animal ID: 886336
  • Location: Detroit

Sprout is a low-key dog who would like a calm home. She’s nervous in new situations and needs to adjust slowly. Sprout is easily startled so she may not do well with small children. Watch the video below to find out more about Sprout.


Mr. Bubbles the dog.

5. Mr. Bubbles

  • Type: Pit bull
  • Gender: Male
  • Age: 2 years, 4 months
  • Animal ID: 886703
  • Location: Westland

Mr. Bubbles is an action-packed dog who loves to play with all the humans. He is not a fan of other dogs so he should be the only one in your home. Mr. Bubbles likes to be petted but he isn’t clingy.

See all of the animals available to adopt at the Michigan Humane Society on our Adopt a Pet page. Thanks to Seller’s Subaru for their continued support.

Photo credit: Michigan Humane Society

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