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Published on April 13, 2026
The Allegheny County Jail TAILS program continues to progress as Dixie arrived and Xavier was adopted this week.
Dixie is a one-year-old mixed-breed female who arrived on Wednesday, April 8. Evaluators described her as a social, yet sometimes nervous dog who could “benefit from positive reinforcement training.” She is approximately 40 pounds, walks well on a leash and enjoys and solicits pets.
Xavier is an eight-year-old husky who came to the jail as half of a bonded pair with Frank the Dalmatian. Frank was adopted in March, while Xavier went on a visit and was adopted on Thursday, April 9.
The jail’s partnership with Animal Friends began last June. If you’re interested in adopting Dixie or any of the homeless pets at Animal Friends, you can visit the adoption page.
Dixie is the latest dog at the ACJ.
Dixie arrived at the ACJ April 8.
Dixie is a one-year-old mixed-breed female.
Media inquiries may be directed to Jesse Geleynse, Public Information Officer for the Allegheny County Jail jesse.geleynse@alleghenycounty.us or by phone at 412-350-1267 or 412-760-4760 (cell).