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Zeus

Husky

Male, 6 yrs 1 mo
Gainesville, FL
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
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Story
🐾❤️Meet Zeus –Your Loyal Husky Companion!❤️🐾 Zeus is a stunning 5-year-old Siberian Husky with a heart as big as their fluffy coat! This intelligent and loyal pup is looking for a special home where he can truly thrive. While Zeus loves people, he has a strong preference for female companionship and would do best in a home with a woman as their primary caretaker. True to the Husky spirit, Zeus is playful, and always up for an adventure. He loves long walks, ride in the car, exploring the outdoors, and getting plenty of exercise. At home, he enjoy snuggling up with his favorite person and being a devoted companion. Zeus is fully house-trained, up to date on vaccinations, and ready to find his forever home. If you’re an experienced dog owner who understands Huskies and their playful, independent nature, Zeus might be your perfect match! If you’re looking for a loving and loyal companion who will stick by your side, Zeus is ready to meet you. Apply today to give this special pup the home he deserves! Message us for more information about our beautiful boy!
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Coco

American Pit Bull Terrier American Bulldog

Female, Young
High Springs, FL
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Needs special attention, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Coco came to us about a week and a half ago. She is blind and I would say she is probably close to a year old. They said that the person who took her in before had her spade.So i'm assuming she had her shots at the same time. Coco is potty trained and does well in a fenced backyard.She has been around cats, dogs, young children, adults and does very well.Also , chickens. We are working on Her to not jump.However, that is the way she communicates.Since she is blind , but we cannot have that so I am working on her to stay down. She is used to staying indoors and outdoors.She stays indoors at night. She is a very sweet dog and once to love on everyone. I have too many animals or I would keep her myself.I cannot afford to feed another dog and provide flea and heart worm care. Please, if you would like to meet her, let me know.I can bring her to you and your family or you can come here. I live in High Springs, Florida. Thank you for reading.
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Dadi

American Staffordshire Terrier

Male, Adult
Gainesville, FL
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Dadi is 7 years old, he is sweet and loving. A big baby who loves to cuddle and play outside. I’m looking for a loving person or couple to rehome him. He is very gentle and smart. He is well trained and very obedient.
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Steak

Border Collie Retriever (Unknown Type)

Male, Puppy
Gainesville, FL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs,
Story
He was found on Waldo road and took in with 9 of his brothers and sisters at a few weeks old. I then get him from the people that rescued him de wormed him and got rid of his fleas now he is a clean good puppy that’s very fun to hang out with and is freakishly cute. He is also very well crate trained.
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Bella

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, Senior
Gainesville, FL
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Bella is a sweet, healthy, female, medium-sized pit bull mix, approximately 10 years old. Bella is affectionate and well-behaved. She loves tummy rubs, walks, and laying at your feet while you read or watch TV. Due to my grandfather's dementia and changes in his household, we are seeking a safe and loving new home for Bella.
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Peggy

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, Young
Gainesville, FL
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
We found Miss Peggy running through the middle of the road in march of 2025 and have been fostering her ever since. Neighbors in the area told us that she didnt have a home but would spend all day following anyone walking through to get a pat or two. True to that story, I don’t know if I have ever met a more loving pup. Peggy’s two favorite spots in the world are laps and warm beds. She has lived in a few different spots while we have worked to find her forever home, and we are happy to report she does well with cats (with a slow introduction), other pups, and kids. She is crate trained, has all of her basic obedience commands nailed, and is a generally agreeable pup. She is an energetic girl who does her best with long walks on the regular and dog park trips to make friends. At this time we are working with her on some mild leash reactivity (she loves squirrels). I can’t say just how much we love this perfect girl, we would happily keep her if we could! AMA!

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New Rattitude - Florida

Gainesville, FL 32606

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Kiowa's House Husky Rescue

Gainesville, FL 32606

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B's Furry Friends Rescue (BFF Rescue)

High Springs, FL 32643

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, rabbits, reptiles, small animals

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Astaire Resource Foundation

Gainesville, FL 32605

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Candace's Pack Dog Rescue

Gainesville, FL 32607

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Serenity Pet ResQ Inc.

1017 SW 115th St., Gainesville, FL 32607

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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N. Florida Great Pyrenees Club

14506 SW 15th Avenue, Newberry, FL 32669

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Plenty of Pit Bulls

Gainesville, FL 32604

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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