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Puppies and dogs in Vandalia, Illinois

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Vandalia, 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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Chloe

Dutch Shepherd Retriever (Unknown Type)

Female, Adult
Greenville, IL
Size
(when grown) X-Large 101 lbs (46 kg) or more
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Chloe is a wonderful family dog in need of someone who can keep up with her high maintenance self. She does have separation anxiety and will find any access to water that she can to drink out of. She loves to go on walks, run and play fetch, and absolutely loves to swim. Getting her out of the water is the hardest part.
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Juniper

Labrador Retriever Mutt

Female, Young
Taylor Springs, IL
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
We adopted Juniper several years ago from a shelter. She’s a very high energetic dog and needs lots of exercise and room to run. She is also very affectionate and loves to cuddle. She would do best in a home that had plenty of space and someone who can spend time with her so she can get exercise. She does best with older kids due to her strength and energy level.We’re unsure of her breed. We were told Lab Shar Pei mix but we think she’s Lab Vizsla mix due to her high energy and hunting dog tendencies.
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Midnight Moon

Labrador Retriever Catahoula Leopard Dog

Female, Young
Hillsboro, IL
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained,
Story
Hi. My name is Midnight Moon. I am a 50 pound, 2 year old black Lab and Catahoula mix. I am a very sweet dog who loves to run and play with other dogs but I do NOT like cats. My owner just can’t keep me. Help me find my forever home. I will be spayed before my adoption. My adoption fee will be. $150. If you are interested in Midnight Moon, please visit www.pawscare.org, and click on the online application. We require the application to be filled out and approved prior to meeting her as all of our animals are in private foster homes. Please fill out all information as we cannot process incomplete applications. A phone number for your veterinarian is a must. We CANNOT process your application without a vet phone number.
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Milo/ Sammy

Labrador Retriever Bloodhound

Male, Adult
Salem, IL
Size
(when grown) X-Large 101 lbs (46 kg) or more
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained,
Story
These boys come as a duo ♡ Milo is an Aussie, Husky, Lab, Golden mix Sampson aka Sammy is a Pyrenees Bloodhound mix. My boys are very well behaved. They are loving and extremely gentle with our 10 month old. They’ve just come to be too big to have around her and she is allergic to them :( Milo is extremely submissive to sammy. Milo was born October, 2020 and Sampson was born February 2024. They are both so cuddly and sweet. They love to sleep in their kennel together, they won’t eat unless it’s out of the same bowl. I cannot in my heart separate them. They are very well crate trained as long as they’re together. They love running around outside and can be off leash. They will roam but are never gone more than 10 minutes before coming back in on their own. They have been around our baby and other kids and do very well. They will bark at strangers but always chill out when they’re greeted.
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Nova

Border Collie

Female, Adult
Effingham, IL
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
8 year old female border collie, healthy, loves fetching, working dog, would be great for herding or on a farm. Shots are up to date, microchipped, AKC registered, we will provide all the paperwork upon adoption. Unfortunately, pur apartment got new management and will not allow pets and told us we will be kicked out if she stays. The main thing is that we find a loving home. She is perfect as an indoor or outdoor dog.
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Archie

Australian Shepherd

Male, 5 yrs 2 mos
EFFINGHAM, IL
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Archie!Archie is a 5-year-old full-blooded Australian Shepherd who has spent his entire life with one family. Coming to the shelter has been a huge change for him, and he is understandably confused and missing the people and home he knew.Archie is looking for a quiet, adult-only home with minimal traffic where he can settle in at his own pace and feel secure again. He has done well with the other dogs here at the shelter, though we do not yet know how he feels about cats.One thing we do know for sure: Archie LOVES water. His favorite part of shelter life is splashing around in his kiddie pool, and he would probably be very happy in a home where water play can continue to be part of his routine.He also does great for the groomer, which is definitely a bonus for an Australian Shepherd with that beautiful coat who will require regular grooming.Archie is not looking for a busy household or a constant stream of visitors. He needs a calm, predictable home with adults who understand that losing everything familiar can be overwhelming and who are willing to give him the time and space he needs to settle in. No children for this handsome guy.For the right home, Archie has the chance to trade confusion and uncertainty for something familiar again: safety, routine, and people of his own. He is fully housetrained, but settling into a new routine can sometimes require a little time to adjust.His adoption fee is $200 and he comes neutered, current on yearly vaccines, heartworm tested negative, and microchipped. To apply, visit our website at EffinghamCountyHumaneSociety.org

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Dog shelters and rescues in Vandalia, Illinois

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

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Bond County Humane Society

2510 S Elm Street, Greenville, IL 62246

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Paws Care, Inc.

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

Pet Types: dogs

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Montgomery County Animal Control

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

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EARS Effingham Animal Rescue Sanctuary

PO Box 1737, Effingham, IL 62401

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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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Domestic Animals in a Safe Haven

4200 E. Nursery Rd, Centralia, IL 62801

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Marion County Illinois Animal Control

853 Woods Ln, Centralia, IL 62801

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Centralia Humane Society

1890 Shattuc Road, Centralia, IL 62801

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Centralia Humane Society

P.O. Box 124, Centralia, IL 62801

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