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Find a Dog!

Use ColdNose as your one-stop Search across local and national shelters, private breeders and rescue groups.

Use the ColdNose Dog-Finder assessment for recommended breeds, based on your needs, your home, dog’s temperament, energy, etc.

Step One: Take our “Dog Match” assessment to find the best pup for your situation.

Dog Match Assessment
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ADOPT A DOG, SAVE A LIFE
Adoption is a great way to find a familly dog that is every bit the loyal friend you are looking for. On the other hand, do your best to research the dog’s backaground and avoid red-flags that could prove to be a mismatch.
DOG BREEDERS
Adopting a purebred puppy from a reputable breeder will help you to get a good idea what physical characteristics and even personality traits, you prefer.
RESCUE GROUPS
Rescue groups are a terrific option for experienced dog owners who may have a little more time and patience to work with an animal who may have been surrendered for health or behavioral reasons. Look for breed rescue groups who carefully screen and have spent time fostering to get to know the dog.
Vet Care for Puppy
Adopting an animal requires planning a veterinary care budget too!
FOSTER A DOG
Fostering is a great way to get to know certain breeds before making a long-term decision.
Looking for a Service Dog?
Start your search for a service dog here.

Get the latest sniff on stuff to play, hike, wear and function.

How smart is your dog?

How Smart?

What does “dog smart” even mean? And does it even matter? (You love your dog anyway!)

ColdNose takes a look at criteria used to measure and analyze dog intelligence. In everyday life, when is your dog’s intelligence needed and helpful?

How Smart is Your Dog?

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