Our mission
As an Ohio 501(c)(3) nonprofit, the Friends of the Morrow County Dog Shelter is dedicated to improving the lives of the dogs in our county shelter. Through fundraising, advocacy, and volunteer support, we help provide enrichment, medical care, promote adoption, and ensure every dog has a better chance at a brighter future. Whether you’re here to donate, volunteer or simply learn more — welcome. You’re part of the change.
What your support makes possible.
A Second Chance for Haze
When Haze arrived at the shelter with critical injuries, donors like you funded his emergency medical care—giving him a second chance at life. Today, Haze is thriving and looking for a home!
Cool Summers,
Warm Winters
Thanks to donor support, we added insulation, heating and air conditioning to key areas of the shelter—keeping dogs safe and comfortable year-round.
Coming soon… More room to play and connect!
We’re currently working to fund two exciting additions to the shelter grounds: a new fenced visitation area where potential adopters can safely meet and spend time with dogs, and the addition of play equipment in one of our existing yards to give the dogs and volunteers more enrichment and exercise opportunities. These improvements help reduce stress, support better behavior, and create more meaningful adoption moments.
Help Us Write the Next Story.
Your gift can change a dog’s life.
Empowering Animal Welfare in Morrow County
Discover upcoming events and activities that let you connect with fellow animal lovers and make a difference in the lives of shelter dogs.
Mount Gilead’s Annual Downtown Car and Bike show
Jul 18, 2025
4PM – 9PM
Join us for an evening of fundraising, entertainment, classic cars and bikes. We will have a table set up in front of the Wolfpak Martial Arts building with information about all the shelter’s available dogs, some raffle items and treats for you and your dogs!
Jellystone Park – We Love Our Pups Week!
July 12, 2025
3PM – 6PM
Jellystone Park Campground is having a week-long event to celebrate dogs! The Friends of the Morrow County Dog Shelter will be at this event on Saturday, July 12 from 3PM – 6PM.
Cote Winery Paint and Sip
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Join us at Cote Winery for an evening of fun and friends and wine! Paint your pet! More details to come…
2nd Annual Piano for Paws
MAR 28, 2026
The first one was such a success, we’re gonna do it all over again! Get ready for another great evening of laughter, fun, and support for the pups at the shelter by joining us at Piano for Paws in 2026. Details will be posted as they become available.