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Puppies and dogs in Staunton, Illinois

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Staunton, 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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Daisy

Labrador Retriever Great Dane

Female, Young
Worden, IL
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
We adopted Daisy from the Humane society when she was 5 mos old, she's 4 yr old now. She's had some anxiety since day one and we don't crate her because of it. She has learned to behave very well loose in the house, even for long periods of time. She loves to watch out the window "keeping guard" and barks at anyone approaching the house. While she is a good guard dog, she's never shown any aggression. She has done well with other dogs once she knows them. We have two small dogs that she plays with and is very gentle. The only thing dangerous about her is her tail. When she's happy, look out! She's very loving and would be a lap dog if allowed.My husband was working/living in another state when we got her and now that he's home we've discovered that his allergies can't handle her shedding.She would really enjoy a home with a large yard or property where she can run. She's a house dog but really enjoys running and playing outside.
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Mia

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, Adult
Sorento, IL
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Not good with cats,
Story
Born November 15, 2024. Very energetic and loving! She is the shorter one of bunch. Needs a home asap! We do not have the time and or financials for her. Have tried finding a home for her and her siblings for a long time.
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Sadie

American Pit Bull Terrier Australian Shepherd

Female, Adult
Sorento, IL
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Not good with cats,
Story
Born November 15, 2024. Very energetic and loving! Needs a home asap! We do not have the time and or financials for her. Have tried finding a home for her and her siblings for a long time.
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Lucy

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, Adult
Sorento, IL
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Not good with cats,
Story
Born November 15, 2024. Very loving, but has a bit of anxiety and is shy. She is the quiet one while her 2 siblings are very energetic. We do not have the time and or financials for her. Have tried finding a home for her and her siblings for a long time.
Photo of Snickers (a courtesy listing in Jacksboro TN)

Snickers (a courtesy listing in Jacksboro TN)

Border Collie Australian Shepherd

Male, Young
Highland, IL
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Snickers is a resident in the Campbell County (TN) Animal Center, and the staff at the Center are seeking a foster or permanent home for him, as he is stressed in the shelter environment.   If you are interested in Snickers, please contact the Animal Center through their website or at the phone number given below.  Here is what they say about Snickers, a young BC/Aussie mix: Do you need a little Snickers in your life?? A yummy nougat encased in creamy chocolate to “make you feel you” as the famous advertisement states. This wonderful boy is a Aussie border collie mix. He is approximately 3 years old and weighs 60 pounds. Snickers has the kindest eyes that will melt your heart. To be honest he is struggling in the shelter. Although he is safe, knows he has delicious meals served daily and daily walks he would benefit greatly being in a foster or permanent home. Snickers is a fluffy black and white male, with white front legs and black back legs. He is very smart and is craving to be mentally and physically challenged. His breed mix desires to be trained, given commands and lots of mental stimulus. The shelter is a very loud and is over capacity so he is fearful of his current situation. Each day he improves and when he goes outside for his walks he does a cute little trot of a dance to celebrate. Snickers tail is the short stub that wiggles when he is outside smelling everything Mother Nature has to offer. So what does Snickers need?? A loving patient family that will allow him to relax and trust humans. He would enjoy a bubble bath and a nice brushing to make his black and white coat shine. Snickers is food motivated so his training will be fun and engaging for his new partner. So come in and meet this precious soul and let your heart melt with his sugary sweetness.   The Campbell County Animal Shelter adoption center is open Tuesday - Saturday, 12:00 - 5:30 PM at 749 Towe String Road, Jacksboro, TN 37757   Phone: 423-566-8018   Adoption applications can also be completed online at fccanimals.org  Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.March 9, 2026, 2:31 pm
Photo of Spirit -- a courtesy listing in Bardstown, KY

Spirit -- a courtesy listing in Bardstown, KY

Border Collie

Female, Young
Highland, IL
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Spirit is a young Border Collie who was adopted recently by her current owner from what that owner describes as 'a bad situation.'  Her owner says Spirit is a lovely dog but is not fitting in with the resident dogs in her current home, and so is available for adoption. While Spirit and the resident dogs in her current home do not get along, this does not mean that Spirit will react negatively to all dogs in general; however, a potential owner should be aware of this and that Spirit may want to be an only dog in her home.  She is accepting of adults and older children, but will chase cats if the opportunity arises.  Since Spirit is living in Kentucky and is not being kept on heartworm preventive, she will need to be tested for heartworm and a potential owner should make this a priority. Spirit's current owner says that she is a 'Shy loving border collie that needs someone who knows how to work with them. Might not like other dogs.' If you are interested in meeting Spirit or learning more about her, please contact her current owner at hatfield.michelle@gmail.comVisit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.March 9, 2026, 2:31 pm

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REGAP of St. Louis

P.O. Box 246, Bethalto, IL 62010

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Come Bye Border Collie Rescue

P.O. Box 332, Highland, IL 62249

Pet Types: dogs

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Dachshund Rescue of St. Louis

1140 Tulip Lane, Highland, IL 62249

Pet Types: dogs

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Metro East Humane Society Edwardsville

8495 State Route 143, Edwardsville, IL 62025

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Montgomery County Animal Control

1 Courthouse Square, PO Box 122, Hillsboro, IL 62049

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Paws Care, Inc.

P.O. Box 25, 1123 School Street, Hillsboro, IL 62049

Pet Types: dogs

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Macoupin County Animal Control and Adoption Center

21640 Route 4, Carlinville, IL 62626

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits

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Southern Illinois Pointer and Animal Rescue

st. jacob, IL 62281

Pet Types: cats, dogs, farm animals, horses

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Partners for Pets

9136 Lower Marine Rd., St.Jacob, IL 62281

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Speak! Rescue and Sanctuary

P.O. Box 318, Troy, IL 62294

Pet Types: dogs

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