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Puppies and dogs in Pekin, Illinois

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Pekin, 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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Teddy

Australian Shepherd

Male, Adult
Peoria, IL
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Teddy is a high energy dog that loves to run, play, and get attention. He has a couple of cats that are his buddies, so he is used to being around other animals. I started taking him to the dog park to get him used to other dogs, but he was happy to be right by me, and not the other dogs. I'm sure that would change, and he'll be fine once he got past the fear. Hes not scared, just not sure ...... he's used to cats. He lost his Dad / my brother last year, so he misses that extra attention that he used to get from Mom and Dad. He's needs to get out and run, but Mom ( owner ) has some health issues which don't allow her to get him as much exercise as he needs, so he really loves it when he gets to go for long walks. Looking for someone that enjoys fun loving dogs, that has the time to fill his needs, and give him the quality of life he deserves. He would make a loyal guardian and playmate for young ones and be a welcome plug and play addition to any home with room to run.
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Juno

American Pit Bull Terrier Husky

Female, Young
Peoria, IL
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Juno is a great dog! Her birthday is July 4th and she is less than one year old. We recently got her spayed and she is up to date on all shots/vet visits. She is kennel trained and sleeps in her kennel every night, and her kennel will come with her and anything else that's hers. She currently lives with our 3 cats and our roommates dog, she is mostly good with them but she gets a little rough sometimes during play time. She loves to go to off leash dog parks and she's really good on a leash as well, we take her for hikes as often as we can. She definitely needs a home where she can be trained and taken care of! We love her so much and we just want her to go to someone who will be able to spend time with her, that being said we aren't looking for any compensation or anything. We want someone to give her more space to be the good girl and amazing dog that she is!
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Regina

German Shepherd Dog American Staffordshire Terrier

Female, 1 yr
Peoria, IL
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs special attention, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
This pretty 3-legged girl is Regina (Gina). She is a 7½ month-old shepherd/pit bull/belgian malinois mix who will likely be 50-60 pounds when fully grown. Gina is a smart, sweet, happy, playful girl who loves chew bones and toys. She also loves to run and play with the other dogs in her foster home, and cuddle with her humans. She can do most everything the 4-legged dogs do, but she does tire out a little quicker. She would do better with a few shorter walks rather than 1 long walk. Gina has been working on basic commands and is doing pretty well with come, sit, down, stay and no, but will need continued training. Gina can sometimes have selective hearing with the come and stay commands. Gina is doing well with potty training with regular potty breaks. Gina is kennel trained, she sleeps in her kennel all night and keeps her kennel clean. Gina is a little reserved with strangers, but is doing better every day with regular outings for socialization. Gina is an absolute sweetheart and loves praise, rubs and treats. Gina’s adoption fee is $300 and helps cover her amputation, spay, vaccines, microchip registration and heartworm and flea preventatives to date. If you are interested in meeting Regina, please apply at www.gfrpets.org/apply/adoptdog. ##1708269##
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Roxy

Rottweiler Blue Heeler

Female, 1 yr 1 mo
Peoria, IL
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Roxy is thought to be a 1 year old rottweiler/heeler mix. Her foster parents have this to say: She is good with dogs of all sizes. She is curious about cats but doesn't try to hurt them. She is very active and has a lot of energy. She loves to play with toys and spends time playing in a small kiddy pool outside. I think she will be okay around children but I suggest they be older due to Roxy's energy. I don't want little kids knocked down or scratched if jumped on. Roxy is very loving and likes to cuddle. She likes car rides, playing fetch, and she likes getting  a bath. She is doing good with potty training but does need to stick to a routine. She is very smart and catches on with training, she just needs some patience and consistency. She sleeps in her kennel all night long. She will be a good walking/running companion with a little practice. If you want an active dog for your active family, Roxy would be a great fit! Roxy's $300 adoption fee includes her spay, vaccines, heartworm prevention, flea/tick prevention, and microchip registration. You can apply at  https://gfrpets.org/apply/adoptdog/ ##1769403##
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Lola

Pug Beagle

Female, 8 yrs 3 mos
Peoria, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Hi I’m Lola, I’m 8 years young and just 24 pounds! I'm a happy girl looking for my new forever home! New year, new me, my mom said! I do well with humans of all ages, I just adore cats, and I do well with the other dogs in my foster home. My breed is a mystery, possibly a mix of puggle and chihuahua. I love walks, I do well in the car and if you keep me on a potty schedule I will do great with that as well. I am crate trained and good on a leash. So go on and get those applications in and let me be your new pal! Woof!!  Lola's adoption fee is $300,  she is spayed, current on vaccines, heartworm and flea/tick preventatives and microchip registration. If interested please apply at gfrpets.org/apply/adoptdog/ ##1888076##
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Gracie Mae

Sheltie, Shetland Sheepdog Dachshund

Female, 14 yrs 1 mo
Peoria, 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,
Story
Gracie Mae is a very sweet and calm senior lady. Gracie's human mom could no longer care for her due to health concerns. She is thought to be a dachshund/sheltie mix and is a smidge overweight at 34 pounds. Gracie is 14 years young. Her hearing and sight seem fine, and she walks around just fine. She does good for bathing and brushing, enjoys going on walks, is potty trained and crate trained. Gracie Mae needs a loving retirement home to spend the rest of her days basking in the sun. Could that be you? Gracie Mae's $300 adoption fee includes her spay, dental, vaccines, heartworm testing and prevention, flea/tick prevention, and microchip registration. You can apply at  https://gfrpets.org/apply/adoptdog/ ##1952077##

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Dog shelters and rescues in Pekin, Illinois

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T.A.P.S. No-Kill Animal Shelter

100 TAPS Lane, Pekin, IL 61554

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TRAIN Team Rescuing Animals in Need

PO Box 3723, Peoria, IL 61612

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Tazewell County Animal Control

21314 Ilinois Route 9, Box 158, Tremont, IL 61568

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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Dont Bully My Breed - Central Illinois

PO Box 5361, Peoria, IL 61601

Pet Types: dogs

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Foster Pet OutReach

P.O. Box 5084, Peoria, IL 61601

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Grafelman Farms

Peoria, IL 61604

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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SAMS Stray Animal Midway Shelter

328 S Pinkerton Rd, Hanna City, IL 61536

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Peoria County Animal Protection Services

2600 NE Perry Avenue, Peoria, IL 61603

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

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