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Puppies and dogs in Fairhope, Alabama

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Diesel

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 3 yrs 2 mos
Fairhope, AL
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
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THE DOG WHO JUST NEEDS YOU TO STAY -- MEET DIESELSome dogs run up to greet you the moment you walk in. Diesel is not that dog. And that is exactly what makes him special.Diesel is a three-year-old American Pit Bull Terrier with a build that turns heads and a heart that will stop them. He is quiet. Thoughtful. The kind of dog who watches you carefully before deciding you are worth trusting -- and when he decides you are, he means it with everything he has. He has probably been let down before. Haven`t we all.FUN SIDE• Diesel`s idea of a good time is a slow morning walk where every smell tells a story• He loves learning something new and looking up at you when he gets it right• He is steady, curious, and quietly proud of his own progress• Watch him gain confidence day by day and you will understand why people fall completely in love with dogs like himSWEET SIDE• Once he trusts you he is yours completely -- he stays close and checks on you• He offers quiet, unwavering companionship that you didn`t know you needed until it`s curled up beside you at the end of a long day• Diesel doesn`t love loudly -- he loves deeply and that kind of love stays with you• He will do best as the only pet in the home, without small children or farm animals, where he can feel fully secure and completely understood• He is not a complicated dog -- he just needs someone consistent, patient, and willing to show up for him the way he will show up for themHIS PERFECT DAY• A quiet morning walk just the two of you• Some time in the yard at his own pace• An afternoon nap nearby while you work or watch TV• Evening settled at your feet -- relaxed, trusting, and finally exactly where he belongsThat is all Diesel has ever wanted. A person. A home. A reason to stop waiting. He has been patient long enough. Now it is your turn.ADOPTION PACKAGE:ADOPTION FEE -- $200Your $200 adoption fee covers everything your new best friend needs to start their new life with you:• Spay or neuter surgery• Up to date vaccinations including rabies vaccine and tag (ages 3 months and older)• Microchip and registration• Deworming• Heartworm test and treatment if positive (ages 6 months and older)• Flea, tick, and heartworm prevention• FREE starter bag of Hill`s Science Diet• Coupons from local pet friendly businessesADOPTION PROCE
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Gus

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Male, 6 mos
Fairhope, AL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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Chaos, Cuddles, Comedy-Meet GusGus is a 4.5-month-old male Lab mix with a scruffy coat, giant patches of fawn and white, and enough personality to keep life entertaining 24/7. Equal parts explorer, comedian, and cuddle bug, Gus is the kind of puppy who turns every ordinary moment into an adventure.One minute he`s zooming through the yard like he`s training for the Puppy Olympics…the next he`s tripping over his own feet with a toy in his mouth and looking proud of himself for it.Fun SideGus is a full-time goofball with a serious love for life. He’s outgoing, fearless, and convinced that everyone he meets is his new best friend. Sticks? Amazing. Leaves blowing across the yard? Incredible. Random backyard discoveries? Absolutely life-changing.He bounces through life with floppy paws, wild puppy enthusiasm, and a tail that never seems to stop wagging. Whether he`s chasing toys, exploring every corner of the world, or making you laugh with his scruffy little antics, Gus is always the center of the fun.Sweet SideBehind all the puppy chaos is a seriously lovable boy. Gus adores people and loves being included in whatever you`re doing-even if that means supervising from your lap after a long play session. He`s affectionate, happy, and has that lovable puppy charm that makes it impossible to stay stressed around him.He`s still learning all the important puppy basics, but he’s curious, eager, and ready to grow into an amazing best friend with a family to guide him.Gus doesn’t just enter a room-he arrives with joy, laughter, and just the right amount of adorable chaos.Come meet Gus and see how quickly this scruffy little adventurer steals your heart.ADOPTION PACKAGE:Thank you for considering adoption from The Haven. Every pet adopted helps save another life.Our dog adoption fee of $200 includes everything your new best friend needs to get started:· Spay/Neuter surgery· Up-to-date vaccinations· Rabies vaccine and tag (3 months and older)· Microchip and registration· Deworming· Heartworm Test and treatment, if positive (For age 6 mo +)· Flea, tick, and heartworm prevention· FREE starter bag of Hill`s Science Diet· Coupons from local pet-friendly businessesADOPTION PROCESS:To help ensure a great match, please review the following:· Adopter must be 18 years of age or older· Valid government-issued photo ID req
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Hazel

American Bulldog Boston Terrier

Female, 3 yrs
Fairhope, AL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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Kujo

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, Puppy
Fairhope, AL
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,
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This dog was found crossing Hwy 98 near Mars Hill Church in Fairhope in April. She is very sweet and is house trained. She currently weighs around 30 pounds.
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Lily

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 2 yrs 2 mos
Fairhope, AL
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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SHE IS NOT HARD TO LOVE -- SHE JUST NEEDS YOU TO STAY -- MEET LILYSome dogs run to you.Lily watches you first.She stands back quietly, takes you in, and tries to decide if you are someone safe. Someone worth trusting. Someone who is going to stay. She has not always had the answer to that question go her way -- but she has never stopped hoping it will.That kind of quiet hope in a dog will absolutely undo you if you let it.Lily is a two-year-old American Pit Bull Terrier with a gentle spirit, the sweetest soul, and a heart full of love, she has not quite figured out how to give away yet. She is just waiting for the right person to make it safe enough to try.WHO IS LILY?Lily is soft. She is still. She is the kind of dog who does not fill a room with noise but fills it with something better -- a calm, tender presence that makes you slow down and pay attention. She is figuring out the world at her own pace and every small step forward she takes is genuinely beautiful to witness. The people here at The Haven have watched her open up little by little and we can tell you with complete certainty -- what is on the other side of that trust is something truly special.FUN SIDE• Lily enjoys the simple and the peaceful -- a soft bed, a quiet yard, a calm, unhurried day• She loves exploring at her own pace without pressure or chaos• A gentle walk, a sunny spot to rest, a familiar routine -- these are the things that make Lily feel alive and happy• She does not need constant activity -- she needs consistency and safety and those two things will bring out her best every time• Watch her confidence grow day by day and you will understand why patience is always worth itSWEET SIDE• Once Lily trusts you she gives you everything -- fully, completely, and without reservation• She forms deep meaningful bonds that do not waver -- her loyalty is the kind that lasts a lifetime• She is incredibly affectionate with her person once she feels secure -- gentle, close, and quietly devoted• She will do best as the only pet in a calm one person or adult only home where she can feel fully safe and completely understood• Her love is not loud -- but it is unshakeable and it is worth every single moment of patience it takes to earn itHER PERFECT DAY• A slow gentle morning walk with no rush and no pressure• Time in a peaceful yard exploring at her own pace
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Faye

American Staffordshire Terrier

Female, 2 yrs 3 mos
Fairhope, AL
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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SHE GAVE EVERYTHING TO HER BABIES -- NOW IT IS HER TURN -- MEET FAYEShe was found in someone`s backyard nursing eight puppies all on her own.No help. No safety net. Just a mama doing what mamas do -- giving everything she had to the little ones depending on her.She came to us tired, devoted, and quietly hoping that someone would eventually look at her the way she had been looking at her puppies all along. With care. With tenderness. Like she mattered too.She does. More than she knows.Now her puppies are grown and finding their own families. And for the first time since we can remember it is Mamma Faye`s turn.WHO IS FAYE?Faye is a two-year-old American Staffordshire Terrier with soft, hopeful eyes and a heart that has already proven it is capable of extraordinary love. She is gentle. She is grateful. She is the kind of dog who looks at you like you are the answer to something she has been quietly asking for a very long time. She does not ask for much. She just wants to belong somewhere. To someone.FUN SIDE• Faye has a playful, happy spirit and loves being part of whatever is going on• She enjoys time outside, exploring, and a good toy to keep her busy• She is perfectly balanced -- always up for fun but never over the top• This girl loves to sunbathe -- give her a warm sunny spot and a cozy rug and she is in absolute heaven• She is an easy fit for everyday life -- not too much and never too littleSWEET SIDE• Faye is all heart -- she loves being close, leaning in for pets, and soaking up every bit of affection you give her• She will quietly stay by your side and make even the simplest moments feel like something worth savoring• She is the kind of dog who turns an ordinary Tuesday into something you actually remember• She has already shown the world what she is capable of giving -- imagine what she will do when someone finally gives it backHER PERFECT DAY• Morning outside, soaking up fresh air and following her nose• Playtime with a favorite toy and her favorite person• Afternoon nap in a warm sunny spot on a soft cozy rug• Evening curled up close -- finally safe, finally loved, finally homeREADY TO MEET FAYE?• Fill out your online adoption application today• Our team will reach out to schedule your personal meet and greet• Come look into those soft, hopeful eyes and tell us she has not already

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Baldwin County Humane Society

22886C Highway 98, Fairhope, AL 36532

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The Haven

559 South Section Street, Fairhope, AL 36532

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Island of Misfits

Fairhope, AL 36532

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J & L Golden Retriever Rescue

C/O Lisa Hume, P.O.Box 1453, Point Clear, AL 36564

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K9S4U Small Dog Rescue

PO Box 228, Montrose, AL 36559

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Stray Love Foundation, Inc.

P O Box 76, Magnolia Springs, AL 36555

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Big Paws, Giant Hearts

Summerdale, AL 36580

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Baldwin County Animal Control Center

15050 Co. Rd. 49, Summerdale, AL 36580

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City of Daphne Animal Shelter

7145 Johnson Rd, Daphne, AL 36526

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Sweet Home Animal Rescue

Daphne, AL 36526

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