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Puppies and dogs in Shelbyville, Illinois

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Shelbyville, Illinois. To learn more about each adoptable dog, click on the "i" icon for fast facts, or their photo or name for full details.
We'll also keep you updated on Shiloh's adoption status with email updates.
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Shiloh

Shar Pei Great Pyrenees

Male, 2 yrs 8 mos
EFFINGHAM, IL
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Meet Shiloh, the golden wonder boy! This affectionate Shar-Pei and Great Pyrenees mix is as friendly as he is unique. With his heartwarming smile and happy-go-lucky personality, Shiloh is a people-loving charmer who seems to make friends wherever he goes. Whether it’s cozy snuggles or playful adventures, Shiloh is ready to bring endless love and joy into a home that’s as excited to have him as he is to be there.We have learned that Shiloh is not a fan of young children, therefore any kids in the home would need to be teenagers. His adoption fee is $200 and this includes his neuter, vaccines, heartworm tested negative, on flea and tick prevention, and microchipped.To apply, visit our website at EffinghamCountyHumaneSociety.org/adoptable-pets
We'll also keep you updated on Snow's adoption status with email updates.
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Snow

Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 8 yrs
Effingham, IL
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
🎆 This 4th of July, Give Snow the Freedom She Deserves 🎆 Meet Snow, an 8-year-old sweetheart who’s been through more than any dog ever should. Her previous owner sold her for just $50 — and the stranger who bought her left her outside for days with barely any shelter or water. 💔 When help finally arrived, Snow didn’t hold back her gratitude. She’s been nothing but loving and loyal ever since. She craves human connection and just wants someone to sit by, follow around, and love with her whole heart. 🐾 Snow is happiest in a calm home without other pets or small children. She wants to be your one and only, and trust us — she’ll make sure your heart feels full. 🇺🇸 This Independence Day, let’s help Snow find the freedom and family she’s always deserved. She’s ready to trade pain for peace, and neglect for a new beginning. 💙 Could Snow be your firework this 4th of July? 📍 Effingham, IL 📞 217-347-5695
We'll also keep you updated on Tia's adoption status with email updates.
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Tia

Hound (Unknown Type) Labrador Retriever

Female, 3 yrs 4 mos
EFFINGHAM, 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
🎶Sister, Sister🎶Meet Tia and Tamara 💜These adorable girls came to the shelter after they were sent to the vet to be euthanized due to their owner no longer being able to take care for them 💔 The hearts of our local animal control wardens couldn't take it, so they had to save them. Which means their shelter was once again at maximum compacity. We were luckily able to pull them in to our rescue here at the Humane Society in order to help out our local animal control to remain a no-kill facility. 🩷Tia is a hound mix with the cutest floppy ears. She loves to play! 🎾💜Tamara is a lab/possibly basset mix. She has the lab body with short legs 🥹 She is the more chill one that loves to lounge around 🛋Both girls get along well with children, cats and other dogs. They are both spayed and UTD on all vaccines. They are heartworm negative and on monthly flea/tick/heartworm prevention.Their adoption fee is $0 for the bonded pair thanks to a kind donor! We do not want to separate them and hope they can find a home together. To apply, visit our website at EffinghamCountyHumaneSociety.org/adoptable-pets
We'll also keep you updated on Hank's adoption status with email updates.
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Hank

Labrador Retriever Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 6 yrs 3 mos
Effingham, IL
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Hank! He's about 6 yrs old, and maybe a blonde Lab and Shepard mix at 65 lbs. Hank is a great balance of playful and chill. He's learning basic commands and good manners in his foster home, and is house trained too! He's best with an active family who will keep him busy. As are all EARS dogs, Hank is up-to-date on vaccinations, neutered, microchipped and receiving prevention for flea/tick and heartworm. If you're interested in adding Hank to your family, please submit an adoption application via our website, www.effinghamanimalrescue.com.
We'll also keep you updated on Prue's adoption status with email updates.
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Prue

Australian Shepherd Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 5 mos
EFFINGHAM, IL
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Prue, 16 week old Aussie/retriever
We'll also keep you updated on Sami's adoption status with email updates.
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Sami

Australian Shepherd Beagle

Female, 4 yrs 5 mos
Effingham, IL
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Sami is a 4 year old beagle mix that weighs about 55 pounds. She has been with dogs and cats in her foster home and does well around both. She has lots of energy and is ready to play, but does have fear-based anxiety. Daily medication is required to keep it under control. As are all EARS dogs, Sami is spayed and microchipped, up to date on vaccinations and is on monthly preventatives for heartworm and flea/tick.If interested in welcoming Sami into your family, please submit an adoption application via our website, www.effinghamanimalrescue.com.

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Dog shelters and rescues in Shelbyville, Illinois

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

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Shelby Humane Society, Inc.

1309 W. S. 7th, Shelbyville, IL 62565

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Shelby County Animal Control Facility

120 S Morgan, Shelbyville, IL 62565

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Effingham County Humane Society

12073 N. 1000th Rd, EFFINGHAM, IL 62401

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Effingham County Animal Control

701 E Eiche, Effingham, IL 62401

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EARS Effingham Animal Rescue Sanctuary

PO Box 1737, Effingham, IL 62401

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Coles County Animal Shelter

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

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

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A Ferals Hope & Friends

Mattoon, IL 61938

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Genesis Animal Rescue and Rehabilitation Charity Inc

PO Box 1985, Mattoon, IL 61938

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Ratbone Rescues (IL Chapter)

Decatur, IL 62525

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