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Puppies and dogs in Chester, Illinois

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We'll also keep you updated on Master Splinter's adoption status with email updates.
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Master Splinter

Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier Welsh Corgi

Male, Young
Steeleville, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website. I want A "FUR"ever" HOME!  Read the FULL Bio to see where I am located and contact info:    D2026037  Oh Master Splinter, (he was Gizmo but we changed his name for his new start).  This boy needs a special home.  He needs a home to decompress.  Splinter came to us from an animal control where his owner had to sign him over due to unforeseen circumstances.  Splinter was in a home with other dogs and he has been good around the other dogs here at RCHS.  He was afraid of the cats and cautious around the volunteers.  Splinter has not shown any aggression.  With all this said, Splinter will need a home who understands its going to take some work for him to trust you.  He wants to love and be loved.  Are you the perfect person to melt Splinter's shell and show him the love he deserves? Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet. All ADOPTERS  MUST PLEASE..... ALL Pre-Adopt must be filled out FIRST and  COMPLEATLY to be considered.  ****  Any Incomplete Pre-Adopts will not be considered,  We are Volunteers and our time is very important to us also and we cannot waist it on  incomplete adoption applications.  Please be respectful and sensitive to our time we give to these animals and our mission to save lives. Adoption fees, homechecks, and references are required. ALL of us  at RCHS work very hard to save these precious lives, and our only pay we get as volunteers, is a GOOD HOME LIFE for them, we all are volunteers, so please be patient and considerate of our time and responses. DONATIONS is how we feed and care for them so anything is welcome and or can be made thru PAYPAL Donate Button. Our website is www.randolphhumane.rescuegroups.org or can be mailed to: 5752 State Route 4 Steeleville, IL 62288 (Phone: 618-443-3363) Please leave message if no answer, we will get back with you as soon as we can. February 23, 2026, 12:13 pm
We'll also keep you updated on Alfalfa's adoption status with email updates.
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Alfalfa

Catahoula Leopard Dog Boxer

Male, Puppy
Steeleville, IL
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website. I want A "FUR"ever" HOME!  Read the FULL Bio to see where I am located and contact info:    D2026009 Meet our little Rascals gang!  Our gang is said to be Catahoula/Boxer mix(so they will be big dogs).   They are around 3 months old and ranging from 15lbs to 18lbs.  This gang is typical puppies.  They love to play, chew, eat and snuggle.  They are all good with other dogs, cats and children.  Please help us find these guys and gals a home so they don't have to grow up in a shelter.Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet. All ADOPTERS  MUST PLEASE..... ALL Pre-Adopt must be filled out FIRST and  COMPLEATLY to be considered.  ****  Any Incomplete Pre-Adopts will not be considered,  We are Volunteers and our time is very important to us also and we cannot waist it on  incomplete adoption applications.  Please be respectful and sensitive to our time we give to these animals and our mission to save lives. Adoption fees, homechecks, and references are required. ALL of us  at RCHS work very hard to save these precious lives, and our only pay we get as volunteers, is a GOOD HOME LIFE for them, we all are volunteers, so please be patient and considerate of our time and responses. DONATIONS is how we feed and care for them so anything is welcome and or can be made thru PAYPAL Donate Button. Our website is www.randolphhumane.rescuegroups.org or can be mailed to: 5752 State Route 4 Steeleville, IL 62288 (Phone: 618-443-3363) Please leave message if no answer, we will get back with you as soon as we can. February 18, 2026, 2:41 pm
We'll also keep you updated on Mary Ann's adoption status with email updates.
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Mary Ann

Catahoula Leopard Dog Boxer

Female, Puppy
Steeleville, IL
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website. I want A "FUR"ever" HOME!  Read the FULL Bio to see where I am located and contact info:    D2026007 Meet our little Rascals gang!  Our gang is said to be Catahoula/Boxer mix(so they will be big dogs).   They are around 3 months old and ranging from 15lbs to 18lbs.  This gang is typical puppies.  They love to play, chew, eat and snuggle.  They are all good with other dogs, cats and children.  Please help us find these guys and gals a home so they don't have to grow up in a shelter.Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet. All ADOPTERS  MUST PLEASE..... ALL Pre-Adopt must be filled out FIRST and  COMPLEATLY to be considered.  ****  Any Incomplete Pre-Adopts will not be considered,  We are Volunteers and our time is very important to us also and we cannot waist it on  incomplete adoption applications.  Please be respectful and sensitive to our time we give to these animals and our mission to save lives. Adoption fees, homechecks, and references are required. ALL of us  at RCHS work very hard to save these precious lives, and our only pay we get as volunteers, is a GOOD HOME LIFE for them, we all are volunteers, so please be patient and considerate of our time and responses. DONATIONS is how we feed and care for them so anything is welcome and or can be made thru PAYPAL Donate Button. Our website is www.randolphhumane.rescuegroups.org or can be mailed to: 5752 State Route 4 Steeleville, IL 62288 (Phone: 618-443-3363) Please leave message if no answer, we will get back with you as soon as we can. February 18, 2026, 2:41 pm
We'll also keep you updated on Lily's adoption status with email updates.
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Lily

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Female, Senior
Steeleville, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website. I want A "FUR"ever" HOME!  Read the FULL Bio to see where I am located and contact info:    D2026003- I'm Lily, part of the golden girls pack that came from an owner surrender. I'm a lovely senior lady, I'm currently hanging out with my bestie Jasmine. I require a soft food diet because I have some missing teeth, I am gentle and watchful, I really enjoy a soft bed and CHEESE- you say there might be cheese?? I do ok with other dogs and cats, I can walk on a leash. I'm a bit timid just like Jasmine but I'm not fearful. I am looking for my furever home, a soft lap and someone to spend time with.  I will be vetted, vaccinated and microchipped.Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet. All ADOPTERS  MUST PLEASE..... ALL Pre-Adopt must be filled out FIRST and  COMPLEATLY to be considered.  ****  Any Incomplete Pre-Adopts will not be considered,  We are Volunteers and our time is very important to us also and we cannot waist it on  incomplete adoption applications.  Please be respectful and sensitive to our time we give to these animals and our mission to save lives. Adoption fees, homechecks, and references are required. ALL of us  at RCHS work very hard to save these precious lives, and our only pay we get as volunteers, is a GOOD HOME LIFE for them, we all are volunteers, so please be patient and considerate of our time and responses. DONATIONS is how we feed and care for them so anything is welcome and or can be made thru PAYPAL Donate Button. Our website is www.randolphhumane.rescuegroups.org or can be mailed to: 5752 State Route 4 Steeleville, IL 62288 (Phone: 618-443-3363) Please leave message if no answer, we will get back with you as soon as we can. February 24, 2026, 12:18 pm
We'll also keep you updated on Buckwheat's adoption status with email updates.
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Buckwheat

Catahoula Leopard Dog Boxer

Male, Puppy
Steeleville, IL
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website. I want A "FUR"ever" HOME!  Read the FULL Bio to see where I am located and contact info:    D2026012 Meet our little Rascals gang!  Our gang is said to be Catahoula/Boxer mix(so they will be big dogs).   They are around 3 months old and ranging from 15lbs to 18lbs.  This gang is typical puppies.  They love to play, chew, eat and snuggle.  They are all good with other dogs, cats and children.  Please help us find these guys and gals a home so they don't have to grow up in a shelter.Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet. All ADOPTERS  MUST PLEASE..... ALL Pre-Adopt must be filled out FIRST and  COMPLEATLY to be considered.  ****  Any Incomplete Pre-Adopts will not be considered,  We are Volunteers and our time is very important to us also and we cannot waist it on  incomplete adoption applications.  Please be respectful and sensitive to our time we give to these animals and our mission to save lives. Adoption fees, homechecks, and references are required. ALL of us  at RCHS work very hard to save these precious lives, and our only pay we get as volunteers, is a GOOD HOME LIFE for them, we all are volunteers, so please be patient and considerate of our time and responses. DONATIONS is how we feed and care for them so anything is welcome and or can be made thru PAYPAL Donate Button. Our website is www.randolphhumane.rescuegroups.org or can be mailed to: 5752 State Route 4 Steeleville, IL 62288 (Phone: 618-443-3363) Please leave message if no answer, we will get back with you as soon as we can. January 30, 2026, 12:08 pm
We'll also keep you updated on Jack's adoption status with email updates.
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Jack

Labrador Retriever

Male, Young
Steeleville, IL
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website. I want A "FUR"ever" HOME!  Read the FULL Bio to see where I am located and contact info:    D2026004   Jack is all ready for a new home! This sweet boy is about a year and half old, 50lbs, and so much love to give. We believe him to be a lab mix of some sort, does great with kids, dogs, and will back away from an angry cat. Jack is very gentle with taking treats out of hands, up to date on vaccines, microchipped, and neutered. He knows how to sit and play fetch as well. What is not to love with this handsome man?Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet. All ADOPTERS  MUST PLEASE..... ALL Pre-Adopt must be filled out FIRST and  COMPLEATLY to be considered.  ****  Any Incomplete Pre-Adopts will not be considered,  We are Volunteers and our time is very important to us also and we cannot waist it on  incomplete adoption applications.  Please be respectful and sensitive to our time we give to these animals and our mission to save lives. Adoption fees, homechecks, and references are required. ALL of us  at RCHS work very hard to save these precious lives, and our only pay we get as volunteers, is a GOOD HOME LIFE for them, we all are volunteers, so please be patient and considerate of our time and responses. DONATIONS is how we feed and care for them so anything is welcome and or can be made thru PAYPAL Donate Button. Our website is www.randolphhumane.rescuegroups.org or can be mailed to: 5752 State Route 4 Steeleville, IL 62288 (Phone: 618-443-3363) Please leave message if no answer, we will get back with you as soon as we can. January 30, 2026, 12:08 pm

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Randolph County Humane Society

5752 State Route 4, Steeleville, IL 62288

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Rough Road Rescue, Inc.

9126 S. Hwy. 51, Perryville, MO 63775

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Gunner's Run Rescue

Ruma, IL 62278

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United Yorkie Rescue - IL- Ava

Ava, IL 62907

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St. Francis CARE

6228 Country Club Road, Murphysboro, IL 62966

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Humane Society of Southern Illinois

95 Humane Road, Murphysboro, IL 62966

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Perry County Humane Society

8365 State Route 14, DuQuoin, IL 62832

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Bishop's Small Dog Rescue, Inc. NFP

4118 Waterloo Rd., Waterloo, IL 62298

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Love A Dog Rescue and Sanctuary

2611 Hwy Oo, Farmingtoon, MO 63640

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Adopt Today!

Farmington, MO 63640

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