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Puppies and dogs in Charleston, Illinois

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Charleston, Illinois. To learn more about each adoptable dog, click on the "i" icon for fast facts, or their photo or name for full details.

August

Doberman Pinscher

Male, Adult

Mattoon, IL

Size

(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)

Details

Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.This sweet boy is looking for a place to call home and people to love. He loves ALL people and would be happiest as the only pet in the household, where he can soak up all the attention for himself, no cats either he says. He’s Looking for a family who will give him the love, attention, and forever home he deserves. He may not be the right fit for a home with other pets, but for the right person or family, he could be the perfect companion! Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.October 28, 2026, 4:32 pm

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Stormy

Anatolian Shepherd Hound (Unknown Type)

Male, Young

Mattoon, IL

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

You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Superboy Stormy is such a cool pup! A tall boy, true to his mom’s breed (Anatolian Shepherd) but his dad must have been a mix of smaller breeds, he won’t be a giant breed but definitely has the intelligence and human love all shepherds do! He is learning so much so quickly in his foster home and meeting so many new people, pets and exploring new places. He’s quite the adventurer and thrives in it! Stormy is crate trained and minds his manners very well in the house. His new home will need another dog for companionship as he has always had one and as a growing puppy he would love a job to keep his mind busy too. He loves children and completely ignores the kitties. Stormy is an all around great pup, ready for his forever! Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.October 28, 2026, 4:32 pm

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Special Needs

Buddy

Australian Cattle Dog Mutt

Male, Adult

Urbana, IL

Size

(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)

Details

Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs special attention, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Meet Buddy, the ultimate 8-year-old Red Heeler companion! True to his name, Buddy is a sweet, affectionate boy who lives for cuddles, belly rubs, and bonding with his favorite human. Buddy has classic Cattle Dog spirit—he loves short walks, exploring the yard for sniff time, playing fetch, and chewing on his toys, but he’s just as happy lounging at home by your side. He is fantastic with humans of all ages, including kids! Because he gets protective of his toys around other dogs, Buddy needs to be the only dog in the home (though he tolerates cats fine!). Buddy has IVDD or chronic back disease, he has been recovering from an injury for the past few months but is now ready to resume normal activity. He will need ongoing daily meds to stay comfortable and yearly vet visits. A home with a fenced yard and minimal stairs is preferred. We recommend an owner experienced with Cattle Dogs. If you want a loyal, snuggly, and devoted best friend, Buddy is ready to steal your heart!

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Emma

Terrier (Unknown Type, Small)

Female, Adult

Dana, IN

Size

(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Emma is a very loving dog. We feel that she would do best in a loving home. Loves people has never shown aggression. She has never been miss treated. Is trained to a wireless fence. This requires a collar. She will be five this November. She travels in a car but worries about where she is going. We have never traveled a far distance with her.

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Karma

Labrador Retriever

Female, 3 yrs 1 mo

Champaign, IL

Size

(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)

Details

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Dutchess

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 4 yrs

Champaign, IL

Size

(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)

Details

Spayed or Neutered,

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Dog shelters and rescues in Charleston, Illinois

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Here are a few organizations closest to you:

Shelter

Douglas County Animal Control

1007 E South Central, PO Box 192, Tuscola, IL 61953

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

The Animal House71207

701 E Buckner, Tuscola, IL 61953

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

Shelter

Coles County Animal Shelter

6818 North County Road 1120 East., Charleston, IL 61938

Pet Types: cats, dogs, farm animals, small animals

Rescue

A Ferals Hope & Friends

Mattoon, IL 61938

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Genesis Animal Rescue and Rehabilitation Charity Inc

PO Box 1985, Mattoon, IL 61938

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Rescue ME Clifford

435 W. Court. St, Paris, IL 61944

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Paul Warner Rescue

Paris, IL 61944

Pet Types: dogs

Shelter

Edgar County Animal Shelter

1025 North High Street, po box 381, Paris, IL 61944

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Doberman & Rottweiler Rescue, Inc.

21336 E. Terre Haute Rd, Paris, IL 61944

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

RUFF Rescuing Unwanted Furever Friends

Casey, IL 62420

Pet Types: dogs

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Cairn Terrier Canaan Dog Cane Corso Cardigan Welsh Corgi Carolina Dog Catahoula Leopard Dog Caucasian Shepherd Dog Cavachon Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Cavapoo Chesapeake Bay Retriever Chihuahua Chinese Crested Chinook Chiweenie Chow Chow Clumber Spaniel Cockapoo Cocker Spaniel Collie Coonhound Corgi Coton de Tulear Curly-Coated Retriever Dachshund Dalmatian Dandie Dinmont Terrier Doberman Pinscher Dogo Argentino Dogue de Bordeaux Dutch Shepherd

English (Redtick) Coonhound English Bulldog English Cocker Spaniel English Setter English Shepherd English Springer Spaniel English Toy Spaniel Entlebucher Feist Field Spaniel Fila Brasileiro Finnish Lapphund Finnish Spitz Flat-Coated Retriever Fox Terrier (Smooth) Fox Terrier (Toy) Fox Terrier (Wirehaired) Foxhound French Bulldog

German Pinscher German Shepherd Dog German Shorthaired Pointer German Spitz German Wirehaired Pointer Glen of Imaal Terrier Goberian Golden Retriever Goldendoodle Gordon Setter Great Dane Great Pyrenees Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Greyhound Halden Hound (Haldenstrover) Harrier Havanese Horgi Hovawart Husky

Ibizan Hound Icelandic Sheepdog Irish Setter Irish Terrier Irish Water Spaniel Irish Wolfhound Italian Greyhound Italian Spinone Jack Russell Terrier Japanese Chin Jindo

Kai Dog Karelian Bear Dog Keeshond Kerry Blue Terrier Kishu Komondor Kuvasz Kyi Leo Labradoodle Labrador Retriever Lakeland Terrier Lancashire Heeler Leonberger Lhasa Apso Löwchen

Maltese Maltipoo Manchester Terrier Maremma Sheepdog Mastiff Miniature Bull Terrier Miniature Dachshund Miniature Pinscher Morkie Mountain Cur Munsterlander Mutt Neapolitan Mastiff Newfoundland Norfolk Terrier Norwegian Buhund Norwegian Elkhound Norwegian Lundehund Norwich Terrier Nova Scotia Duck-Tolling Retriever

Old English Sheepdog Olde English Bulldogge Otterhound Papillon Parson Russell Terrier Patterdale Terrier (Fell Terrier) Pekingese Pembroke Welsh Corgi Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Pharaoh Hound Pitsky Plott Hound Podengo Portugueso Pointer Polish Lowland Sheepdog Pomeranian Pomsky Poodle (Miniature) Poodle (Standard) Poodle (Toy or Tea Cup) Portuguese Water Dog Presa Canario Pug Puggle Puli Pumi

Rat Terrier Redbone Coonhound Rhodesian Ridgeback Rottweiler Saluki Samoyed Schiller Hound Schipperke Schnauzer (Giant) Schnauzer (Miniature) Schnauzer (Standard) Schnoodle Scottie, Scottish Terrier Scottish Deerhound Sealyham Terrier Shar Pei Sheepadoodle Sheltie, Shetland Sheepdog Sheppit Shepsky Shiba Inu Shih Poo Shih Tzu Silky Terrier Skye Terrier Sloughi St. Bernard Staffordshire Bull Terrier Sussex Spaniel Swedish Vallhund

Texas Heeler Thai Ridgeback Tibetan Mastiff Tibetan Spaniel Tibetan Terrier Tosa Inu Treeing Walker Coonhound Vizsla

Weimaraner Welsh Springer Spaniel Welsh Terrier Westie, West Highland White Terrier Wheaten Terrier Whippet Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Xoloitzcuintle/Mexican Hairless

Yorkie Poo Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier

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