Serena is a 9-year-old self-appointed Neighborhood Gossip Hotline! If anything happens within a three-house radius, Serena will not only notice, she will report it with enthusiasm, possibly with follow-up commentary. She's house-trained, brilliantly smart, and has a command list longer than most people's resumes: sit, down, shake, and speak (her signature skill). She walks okay on leash, and when something exciting pops up – a squirrel, a breeze, a rumor – she adds a little burst of energy that reminds you she's still got plenty of spark. She's sweet, she's snuggly, and is just looking for her new best friend! Serena is entering her slow life era, which means she's ready for cozy naps, gentle strolls, and a soft bed where she can rest between important neighborhood announcements. She may not be the traditional beauty queen, but she has something better: Presence. Personality. A voice. Opinions. If you've ever wanted a dog who doubles as entertainment, companionship, and local news coverage, Serena is ready to clock in. Serena is currently at our prison training program for 30 days and will be available for Meet and Greets on 07/26/26!
Ideal Home
Serena would do well with kids and is dog-friendly. She should also be okay with cats with a proper slow introduction.
Ongoing Health
Serena is unspayed and will require a foster-to-adopt period followed by a spay surgery. You will need to bring her back for vaccines and exams prior to her surgery.
Training & Support
Serena is house-trained and knows several commands. She walks okay on leash and can get a little excited by new stimuli.
Application Details:
- Applications start by contacting us through Wags.
- Visit our website www.hsmcohio.org to begin the adoption application.
- Adoption fees vary: Shelter Dogs are $180, Prison Dogs are $250, Puppies are $300, and Popular Pure-Breeds are $400.
- The adoption fee includes: a Home Again Microchip, set of shots, de-worming, heartworm testing (if old enough), spay or neuter, and a 1 year rabies shot (if old enough).
- All dogs adopted must leave with a $21 county license.
- In order to adopt an unspayed/unneutered dog from HSMC, you must live within an hour of the shelter.
Transportation
Serena is currently at our prison training program and will be available for Meet and Greets on 07/26/26.
