Boxer and Bloodhound Dogs Available for Adoption

Meet Dottie!

Dottie is an 8-month-old hound/boxer mix with the sweetest red-chestnut coat and an even sweeter soul. Currently around 45 lbs, she’s still very much a puppy at heart—but one who would much rather be curled up on your lap than bouncing off the walls.

Dottie’s journey began when she was found on December 18, 2025, along the Nelsonville 33 Bypass. She first landed safely with a foster through Friends of Athens Dog Shelter before making her way to Dogworks, where she’s been showing everyone just how special she is.

This girl is all about her people. Dottie follows her humans from room to room and is happiest when she’s laying next to—or right on—someone on the couch. She’s affectionate, gentle, and incredibly tuned in to what’s going on around her. If something startles her (like sudden or loud noises), she’ll quickly seek reassurance from her person and is comforted easily with a little love.

Dottie would thrive in a home with a fenced yard (standard fencing is perfect), as she can be tempted to bolt out an open door despite her strong desire to stay close to her people. She’s crate trained, potty trained, walks well on a leash, and responds nicely to positive reinforcement and redirection. She knows basic cues like sit and off and is eager to please.

She does well with other dogs and has a refreshingly respectful demeanor for such a young pup—she gives other dogs space, doesn’t bother them while eating or sleeping, and generally has great manners. She’s lived with cats (though they make her a bit unsure) and does well with children of all ages. In fact, she loves them.

While Dottie isn’t very playful and prefers snuggling over games, she is very food-motivated and tends to eat quickly—something her future family should be mindful of. Overall, she’s a quiet, loving, easygoing pup who would make an excellent companion and even a great first-time dog.

If you’re looking for a loyal shadow, a gentle soul, and a couch-snuggle expert, Dottie might just be your perfect match.

She is spayed, up-to-date on vaccinations, microchipped, and is on monthly flea/tick and heartworm prevention.

Her adoption fee is $400.

Please follow the link below for her adoption application. Note: applicants must live within one hour of Toledo, Ohio.

http://www.dogworksohio.com/adoption-application.html

The bloodhound is a large scent hound known for its exceptional tracking abilities. With a distinctive wrinkled face and droopy ears, these dogs have a keen sense of smell, second only to the beagle. Bloodhounds are gentle, affectionate, and good with children, making them excellent family pets. Their determination and relentless tracking skills have made them invaluable in search and rescue missions. Regular exercise and mental stimulation are essential to keep these intelligent dogs happy and healthy.

The boxer is a medium to large sized dog breed known for its muscular build, distinctive square head, and energetic personality. Boxers are loyal, affectionate, and good natured companions, making them an ideal family pet. They are intelligent, playful, and love to be around people, making them excellent with children. Boxers require consistent training, plenty of exercise, and socialization to thrive. With their strong work ethic and protective instincts, boxers excel in various roles, including as service dogs, therapy dogs, and in dog sports.

Dogworks is an all-volunteer, nonprofit group based in Toledo, OH, whose purpose is to rescue, rehabilitate, and re-home abandoned, neglected,...