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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Mesquite, Texas. 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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Ida May

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 3 yrs 5 mos
Mesquite, TX
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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Meet Ida May! She’s a 4-year-old spayed female Terrier-Pitbull mix weighing 46 lbs. She arrived at the Mesquite Animal Shelter on 10/26 as a stray. This beautiful girl has an outgoing, bubbly personality and loves spending time in the play yard, stretching her legs and doing plenty of zoomies. Once she’s burned off some energy, she enjoys sitting close for ear rubs. She walks well on a leash, though she can get a bit excited and pull at times. She knows the sit command and takes treats gently. When she saw another dog pass by, she ran along the fence wanting to play. If there’s another dog in the home, the shelter requests a dog test. Ida May has a sweet, loving nature and dreams of finding a forever family with a secure yard where she can run and play, then come inside to her toys and bed for long, cozy snoozes near her loved ones.
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Tribe

American Pit Bull Terrier Boxer

Male, 6 yrs 8 mos
Mesquite, TX
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
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Meet Tribe! He is a 6yr old neutered male Mix Breed, possibly Plott Hound in the mix, that weighs 76lbs. He was surrendered due to the owners were out of town more and couldn`t care for him. On the surrender form they said he was an indoor dog, was housebroken, was raised with older children and was good with them and would need to be an only dog. They also said that he knew the come, sit and stay commands. There’s no doubt he’s very well mannered and has been treated well. He’s a stocky boy! He casually strolled around the yard but wanted in after he had done his business. He’s extremely sweet, friendly, affectionate, calm and happy. He had bouts of playfulness. He walks well on a leash especially considering how big he is. He stood by the door wanting in, indicating he wants to be an inside dog. Being with his human companion indoors, being cuddly is what he dreams of.
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Collin

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 3 yrs 1 mo
Mesquite, TX
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
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Collin is a soft tawny colored 2 year-old 47 pound American terrier pit that was brought into the Mesquite Animal Shelter 3/3 as a stray. He spent considerable time casually strolling around the yard investigating. He also did his business as soon as he got out of the yard so he wants to keep his kennel clean. I found him adventuresome, curious, gentle, well mannered, and very sweet. I noticed that it didn’t appear like he’s had much socialization. It’s not that he wasn’t sweet. He just appeared to prefer wandering on his own. He did come when I called him. He let me pet him briefly. Look into his eyes and you can see that what he’s missing is love. He walked on the leash without pulling.
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Dublin

Doberman Pinscher

Male, 1 yr 1 mo
Mesquite, TX
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
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Dublin is a male 1 year-old, 60-pound Doberman Pinscher/German Pinscher mix who arrived at the Mesquite Animal Shelter as a stray on 3/10. He’s in great shape with striking coloring and a shiny coat. His personality is happy and spirited, yet he’s also adventurous, gentle, and well-mannered. A perfect blend of playful and lap dog wannabe, he knows the sit command and will oblige when he feels like it. He takes treats gently, gives plenty of kisses, and loves having his ears scratched. Dublin walks nicely on a leash and would enjoy romping in a spacious yard before coming inside to spend quality time with his new family.
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Tommy

Labrador Retriever American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 2 yrs 1 mo
Mesquite, TX
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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Tommy doesn’t know whether to burn off his fun-loving energy or sit by you to receive affection. When he got out in the yard he did zoomies …sometimes running in tight circles! Tommy will keep you on your toes but at the same time give you something to smile about! His happiness is contagious! Tommy is a 2 year old 55 pound neutered male Lab/Retriever/American terrier pit that arrived at the Mesquite Animal shelter on 3/5 as a stray. Tommy loves toys and will entertain himself with them. At the same time, he also loves people and loves giving and receiving attention. As rambunctious as he is, he’s also gentle. He doesn’t jump on you. He wants to please. He’s very friendly and affectionate. He walks OK on a leash. And yes, he will need a lot of space to burn off his excess energy along with a human playmate. After playtime comes snuggle on the couch time.
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Shari

Black Mouth Cur Boxer

Female, 1 yr
Mesquite, TX
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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Meet Shari! She is a 1yr old spayed female Black Mouth Cur/Boxer mix that weighs 51lbs. She came into the Mesquite Animal Shelter as a stray on 3/30. This sweet girl is a beauty! She appears to have been well cared for and even knows the sit and down commands and appears housetrained. She has such a happy go lucky disposition and a smile you just can`t resist! She loves to play with toys, throws them up in the air and catches them. Shari loves to be petted and loved on. She can be a bit mouthy when she is excited, but with redirection she does well. Having a secured yard to run and play in, will help her run out her energy. She can pull a bit on a leash, yet with plenty of play time she will do much better. Passing other dogs barking at her she didn`t show any interest, yet its best to ask the shelter for a dog test if you have other dogs in the home. Its clear to see how much love she has to give to her own loving family companions. You just can`t go wrong with such a loving girl!

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Seagoville Texas Animal Advocates & Rescue

937 Pioneer Rd, Mesquite, TX 75149

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Halteman's Haven

Mesquite, TX 75149

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Mesquite Animal Services

1650 Gross Rd., Mesquite, TX 75149

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Hannah’s Southern Paws

Mesquite, TX 75149

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Mesquite Animal Pawtners

Mesquite, TX 75150

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United Yorkie Rescue - TX Sunnyvale

Dallas, TX 75182

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Sunnyvale Animal Shelter

371 Long Creek Rd., Sunnyvale, TX 75182

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

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City of Balch Springs Animal Services & Adoption Center

3117 Hickory Tree Rd, Balch Springs, TX 75180

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Within His Arms

Dallas, TX 75227

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NCABSL Rescue

Dallas, TX 75227

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