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Puppies and dogs in Jacksonville, Illinois

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

Great Dane Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 4 yrs 7 mos
Winchester, IL
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Not good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Archie was an unclaimed stray saved from our local pound. He is fun and goofy...LOVES to play with his ball and (in warm weather) splash in his baby pool. He's good in the house and not destructive - but he has a serious mistrust of strangers. He will warm up to them after a session of ball throwing - but would need to be heavily managed at first. He'd be a great companion and protector for a woman. For more information - call or text 217-473-9044; or email scottcountydogrescue@gmail.com.

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June

Black and Tan Coonhound

Female, adult
Modesto, IL
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
June was adopted from Paws Jacksonville in 2017 at six months old. She had been surrendered from a bad home and had many behavioral issues early on. With a lot of love and patience she has become a good house dog but does not have any hunting training. She prefers warm weather and will sun herself on the patio on a hot day. After we had our first child (now a toddler) she has developed a few jealousy and food related quirks. As of now we just do not trust her around an inquisitive toddler. She has decided she is a lap dog and spends most of her inside time asleep on the couch if a lap is not surrendered to her. She is house trained and currently runs around in a fenced yard but would welcome more space to roam.

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Kala

Great Dane Mastiff

Female, 3 yrs 4 mos
Springfield, IL
Size
(when grown) X-Large 101 lbs (46 kg) or more
Details
Good with kids, Good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING Forever Friends Great Dane Rescue adopts to qualified homes in Illinois, Indiana, Missouri, and Wisconsin. ADOPTION PROCESS: If you are interested in adopting, please go to http://foreverfriendsgdri.com/the-adoption-process/ and review the Adoption Process information carefully. If our terms and adoption fees are acceptable, please complete the complete the Adoption Application. NOTE: We cannot give any additional information about dogs until your application has been approved. A dog will be listed on Adopt a Pet until it is no longer available for adoption. Forever Friends Great Dane Rescue adopts to qualified homes in Illinois, Indiana, Missouri, and Wisconsin. Kala is almost 3 year old Dane/mastiff mix that was born in rescue and adopted. She was recently returned because her owner said she wasn’t getting along with their other dog. She has been with us in foster care and is doing well. She has met and played with other dogs. She does need slower introductions due to the lack of socializing as a pup. She also can resource guard her toys but her foster mom is working on that and she is doing well with correction. She loves to cuddle with her humans. The Dane in her hates being cold or wet. She is very much a princess and loves to get her beauty sleep. She also loves to eat and will flip her bowl when she is hungry. More pictures to come. Can you find it in your heart to consider this big beautiful girl?

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Salem

Great Dane

Female, young
Springfield, IL
Size
(when grown) X-Large 101 lbs (46 kg) or more
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING Forever Friends Great Dane Rescue adopts to qualified homes in Illinois, Indiana, Missouri, and Wisconsin. ADOPTION PROCESS: If you are interested in adopting, please go to http://foreverfriendsgdri.com/the-adoption-process/ and review the Adoption Process information carefully. If our terms and adoption fees are acceptable, please complete the complete the Adoption Application. NOTE: We cannot give any additional information about dogs until your application has been approved. A dog will be listed on Adopt a Pet until it is no longer available for adoption. Forever Friends Great Dane Rescue adopts to qualified homes in Illinois, Indiana, Missouri, and Wisconsin. Salem is a 3 year old black and white Great Dane. She is a petite girl. Salem came to us from a shelter where she had been for a couple of months. She was emaciated at the time. Her life has not been great but her spirit is good. She is a gentle natured girl who loves attention. This girl is so deserving of a loving forever home. In the last couple of weeks Salem has put on 8 lbs. and is looking so much healthier. She is very food motivated. She hasn’t had much training but she picked up Sit and Shake very quickly. She’s a smart girl that is eager to please. She is not crate trained. We are working on it but her separation anxiety has made it difficult. It’s a work in progress. Salem didn’t seem to really know how to interact with other dogs. Her foster siblings have been teaching her how to play. She has discovered that’s a lot of fun! She gets along well with all of the dogs she has met. People are her favorite. She knows how to get all of the affection she wants In the near future hopefully Salem will get to meet some kids to see how she interacts. Overall she’s a pretty calm girl with a laid back temperament. She would love a home with a friendly canine sibling and someone who is home with her a lot.

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Tilly

Great Dane

Female, 4 yrs 4 mos , Special Needs
Springfield, IL
Size
(when grown) X-Large 101 lbs (46 kg) or more
Details
Good with kids, Needs special attention, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING Forever Friends Great Dane Rescue adopts to qualified homes in Illinois, Indiana, Missouri, and Wisconsin. ADOPTION PROCESS: If you are interested in adopting, please go to http://foreverfriendsgdri.com/the-adoption-process/ and review the Adoption Process information carefully. If our terms and adoption fees are acceptable, please complete the complete the Adoption Application. NOTE: We cannot give any additional information about dogs until your application has been approved. A dog will be listed on Adopt a Pet until it is no longer available for adoption. Forever Friends Great Dane Rescue adopts to qualified homes in Illinois, Indiana, Missouri, and Wisconsin. Meet Tilly! Tilly is a sweet, easy-going girl with a fun personality. She is happy to be lazy or happy to be outside chasing squirrels. Tilly does need some help learning good manners on a leash but she is responsive to training so we are confident with some consistent work she'll get there. She would do well in a home by herself or with another dog, she currently has a 6 year old Great Dane foster brother that she enjoys playing with. Does your home have room for this big goofball?

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Foster Homes Needed

Great Dane

Male, young
Springfield, IL
Size
(when grown) X-Large 101 lbs (46 kg) or more
Details
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Story
Please consider fostering a Great Dane. It will be the best decision you ever made. Please visit www.foreverfriendsgdri.com Thank you

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Dog shelters and rescues in Jacksonville, Illinois

There are animal shelters and rescues that focus specifically on finding great homes for dogs in Jacksonville, Illinois. Browse these rescues and shelters below.

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Cass County Animal Control

5432 County Shed Road, Virginia, IL 62691

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Scott County Dog Rescue

Winchester, IL 62694

Pet Types: dogs

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The Dog P.E.N.

Roodhouse, IL 62082

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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lazy p,s rescue ranch

rr1 box 99, Roodhouse, IL 62082

Pet Types: cats, dogs, horses

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Forever Friends Great Dane Rescue - Illinois

Springfield, IL 62711

Pet Types: dogs

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Pike County Animal Shelter - ILLINOIS

909 N Jackson St, Pittsfield, IL 62363

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits

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Australian Shepherds Furever - Springfield, Illinois Chapter

Springfield, IL 62704

Pet Types: dogs

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W.I.L.D. Canine Rescue

Foster Based, Call for Appointments, Springfield, IL 62707

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Illinois Humane

PO Box 512, Springfield, IL 62705

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Animal Protective League of Springfield and Sangamon County

1001 Taintor Rd., Springfield, IL 62702

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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