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Puppies and dogs in Ottawa, Illinois

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Ottawa, 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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Pepper

Australian Cattle Dog

Female, Adult
Ottawa, IL
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, Shots are up-to-date,
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Pepper came to me when my son died few months back. I am unable to care for her due to my age and health. She is 7-8 years old and a small cattle dog 30 pounds. She is sweet and active. She had terrible teeth when I got her and she had 30 teeth pulled. She is also on phenobarbital for seizures. Seizures controlled with meds. She would make a great companion for active person. She is up to date on vaccines. Must have vet recommendations and other references.
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Gussie-lower fee!

Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier Poodle (Miniature)

Male, 2 yrs 1 mo
Sheridan, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
We do appreciate your interest in Gussie!! We have a request that will help us so much, when responding will you please use the application at sparrowdogs.com, or begin our correspondence with information about yourself such as home, yard/fence, other pets, family, work hours. Thanks!! We call this big fluffy guy Augustus...he came to us as August was soon to arrive. But, he is not a really formal guy, actually he is kind of silly and goofy, so Gussie fits him just fine. Gussie is about 15 pounds and around 2 years old. He was described as a "Yorkiepoo"...perhaps, we really do not know. He looks like he could be havanese, perhaps something else, we are not guaranteeing any breed but he appears to be a mix of the more hypoallergenic ones. He had a family that "abandoned him", not sure what that entailed, but he was no longer with them. Another family took him in for two weeks and then gave him up to a shelter. Gussie was at a large shelter and was more than overwhelmed, and like so many was not on his best behavior. Since coming to our home he has settled in and has been so incredibly lovable. He is the type of dog that just want to be your best pal, he is THE dog that will be by your side. He looks at us with those loving eyes, as if he has known us his entire life! He so wants to find that special love in his life. WE love Gussie, but he really needs his very own special people. BUT....transitioning to a new home may bring some challenges as well, some dog experience, patience and TLC go a long way. OLDER kids will be OK, no littles at this time. He has been nothing but sweet and loving with his people, but is anxious around some other dogs, so being an only dog would probably be best, Gussie wants you all to himself!! Again, with all that being said, Gussie has been a little teddy bear in our home. He is polite, housebroken, happily goes into his crate when we leave or go to bed. He loves carrying around his favorite toys and is getting more and more comfortable running around and playing with the other dogs. He is the sweetest boy ever, he will go out and explore the yard and then have to run back and sit whomsoever feet happen to be joining him in the yard. He was a very scruffy boy bot got all cleaned up and looking fab!. He is such a handsome boy, and his haircut will only accentuate what a cutie he is!! Gussie's adoption fee is $450,now $400 for the month of August!! Please email Kristine at joysparrows@gmail.com
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Luna

German Shepherd Dog

Female, Young
Streator, IL
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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Special Needs
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Roxie

Great Pyrenees St. Bernard

Female, 10 yrs 10 mos
Morris, IL
Size
(when grown) X-Large 101 lbs (46 kg) or more
Details
Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Needs special attention, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Lexi

Australian Cattle Dog

Female, 7 yrs 10 mos
Morris, IL
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Peaches

Black Mouth Cur

Female, 6 yrs 10 mos
Morris, IL
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
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Dog shelters and rescues in Ottawa, Illinois

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Ottawa Veterinary Hospital

1521 E. Highway 6, Ottawa, IL 61350

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Pet Project, Inc.

2676 E 2575 RD, Marseilles, IL 61341

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AFTLOA Pet Rescue, Inc. - IL

Oglesby, IL 61348

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Illinois Valley Animal Rescue

Industrial Drive., Lasalle, IL 61301

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Helping out Pets Everywhere(H.O.P.E)

Sheridan, IL 60551

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Retired Greyhounds as Pets of Illinois

4107 E. 3rd Road, Mendota, IL 61342

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Far Fetched Dog Rescue - Verona

Verona, IL 60479

Pet Types: dogs

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Grundy County Animal Control

310 E DuPont Road, Morris, IL 60450

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

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All Those Left Behind Animal Rescue, Inc.

Morris, IL 60450

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Howlin 4 Help Rescue, NFP

PO Box 562, Somonauk, IL 60552

Pet Types: dogs

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