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These American Pit Bull Terriers are available in Tempe, Arizona.
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Venus

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 3 yrs 2 mos
Tempe, AZ
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Venus has the sweetest spirit tucked inside a sometimes-nervous exterior. She’s the kind of dog who blossoms with patience, kindness, and a calm environment; once she feels safe, her true personality shines bright. Venus can be shy at first, especially around unfamiliar men, but with gentle introductions, a predictable setting, and plenty of encouragement, she warms up quickly. When she decides you’re her person, she becomes wonderfully affectionate, playful, and eager for attention. Her tail wags, her eyes soften, and she leans right in for love. This girl is motivated by all the good things - tasty treats, fun toys, and warm affection - which makes her a great candidate for continued training and socialization. She’s still working on her leash manners, but with her eagerness to please and her love of rewards, she has so much potential to keep learning and growing. Venus is looking for a home with adults and teens 13+ who can help her feel secure and give her the steady support she needs. She prefers to be the only dog in the home so she can soak up all the attention and continue building her confidence at her own pace. If you’re someone who believes in giving a gentle, sensitive dog the space to bloom and you’re ready to be rewarded with loyalty, sweetness, and joyful companionship, Venus may be the perfect match. My adoption fee is $350 and includes the following: -Spay/neuter surgery -All current vaccinations -Microchip -FREE wellness exam through VCA Animal Hospitals -$25 gift voucher from our friends at My Pet Market

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FRANKY

American Pit Bull Terrier Doberman Pinscher

Male, Young
Tempe, AZ
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
**WELCOME BACK FRANKY** Phoenix AZ. We would like to welcome Franky back to our care. Franky spent a few months having wonderful and what he thought was fur-ever adventures with his new family. Well sadly those adventures came to an end, and so did their "love" for this amazing boy! So Franky is back by absolutely no fault of his own. He spent time at the cabin, had a sister, went to the Grand Canyon, saw an elk......he did nothing wrong. When you get a dog....especially a puppy....consistency, training and firm boundaries are the keys to success....no matter what dog it is. Franky is an adorable goofy boy who is: *Potty trained *Loves to play-and even throws the ball in the air for himself when there is no one there to do it for him *His favorite game is wrestle and chew *Great on walks *Loves the car *Sleeps through the night *He so VERY much wants to be with humans-he whines when they leave so we are working on his crate training *Very treat motivated *Great with other dogs *Sits so beautifully for treats-he just wants to please his humans! Franky weighs in at 50lbs, he is just 9mos old, fully vetted, altered, microchipped and UTD on shots. He is a gorgeous mix of APBT and Doberman Pinscher. Fill out an application today and meet your new adventure buddy!

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Fat Boy (Clyde)

American Pit Bull Terrier Cane Corso

Male, Adult
Tempe, AZ
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Needs special attention, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
**CLEVER CLYDE aka FABULOUS FAT BOY** Age 3.5yrs Phoenix AZ. Who here remembers this gorgeous hunk? This sweet chunk was the beloved fur-baby to a human in need living on the streets of our community. He was affectionately named Fat Boy and he was in dire need of medical attention. He had a terrible injury to his front left leg that he could only drag. We posted about him and thousands of people commented that they wanted us to support the human and his furry companion with the care they both needed. Well.....we did....in fact we spent thousands of hours (and dollars) on his care rehabilitation.....and now we need your help! Sadly we have been unable to reunite Fat Boy (now Clyde) with his human so we are looking for a loving home for this sweet hunk! Clyde is LOVING living life indoors and having his own pool to play in and his own comphy bed to sleep on. Here are his impressive stats: *He is a mix of Cane Corso, Neapolitan Mastiff and APBT *He weighs in at 71lbs *He is healthy, UTD on all shots, altered and microchipped and potty trained *He does not let being a tri-pod slow his roll-although he does enjoy his walks with short breaks! *He loves his big and small doggie friends *He is so loving, gentle and is a world-class cuddler *He gives Michael Phelps a run for his money in the dog paddle category *He deserves to be coddled and spoiled the rest of his beautiful life! We need your help to get this boy a permanent loving home. Please share his story and if you think you would be a good fit for him fill out an application and come take a dip with this handsome boy!

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We'll also keep you updated on Christy's adoption status with email updates.
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Christy

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, Young
Tempe, AZ
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
**WELCOME BACK CHRISTY** Age 7mos Phoenix AZ. We just welcomed Christy back into our care. She originally came to us with her 6 other siblings from an "OOPS" litter back in August of 2025. They were just 9 weeks old at the time. This sweet girl was adopted very quickly. So why is she back you ask? As per usual...it is not her fault. She is an amazing girl who was put in a no win situation. She was adopted for the "kids" to take care of....well without the proper guidance, structure and expectations of said kids....it's the dog ....that can not fend for herself ....that becomes collateral damage. Christy is a fabulous girly girl! She is now 7mos old and about 45lbs. She is fully vetted, altered, UTD on shots and microchipped. She has the most unique, gorgeous coat...and might I add very fashionably trendy black spots! What you should know: *Potty trained/uses dog door *Loves to play *Great with big and small dogs *Fabulous on a leash/loves walks *Loves to go to Home Depot *Does not react to cats *Rides wonderfully in the car *On walks not reactive to rude off leash dogs *Affectionate and such a love bug *Learns easily/smart girl Looking for a gorgeous and sweet addition to your family? Fill out an application and come meet her today!

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We'll also keep you updated on Venus's adoption status with email updates.
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Venus

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 3 yrs 2 mos
Tempe, AZ
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Venus has the sweetest spirit tucked inside a sometimes-nervous exterior. She’s the kind of dog who blossoms with patience, kindness, and a calm environment; once she feels safe, her true personality shines bright. Venus can be shy at first, especially around unfamiliar men, but with gentle introductions, a predictable setting, and plenty of encouragement, she warms up quickly. When she decides you’re her person, she becomes wonderfully affectionate, playful, and eager for attention. Her tail wags, her eyes soften, and she leans right in for love. This girl is motivated by all the good things - tasty treats, fun toys, and warm affection - which makes her a great candidate for continued training and socialization. She’s still working on her leash manners, but with her eagerness to please and her love of rewards, she has so much potential to keep learning and growing. Venus is looking for a home with adults and teens 13+ who can help her feel secure and give her the steady support she needs. She prefers to be the only dog in the home so she can soak up all the attention and continue building her confidence at her own pace. If you’re someone who believes in giving a gentle, sensitive dog the space to bloom and you’re ready to be rewarded with loyalty, sweetness, and joyful companionship, Venus may be the perfect match. My adoption fee is $350 and includes the following: -Spay/neuter surgery -All current vaccinations -Microchip -FREE wellness exam through VCA Animal Hospitals -$25 gift voucher from our friends at My Pet Market

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We'll also keep you updated on FRANKY's adoption status with email updates.
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FRANKY

American Pit Bull Terrier Doberman Pinscher

Male, Young
Tempe, AZ
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
**WELCOME BACK FRANKY** Phoenix AZ. We would like to welcome Franky back to our care. Franky spent a few months having wonderful and what he thought was fur-ever adventures with his new family. Well sadly those adventures came to an end, and so did their "love" for this amazing boy! So Franky is back by absolutely no fault of his own. He spent time at the cabin, had a sister, went to the Grand Canyon, saw an elk......he did nothing wrong. When you get a dog....especially a puppy....consistency, training and firm boundaries are the keys to success....no matter what dog it is. Franky is an adorable goofy boy who is: *Potty trained *Loves to play-and even throws the ball in the air for himself when there is no one there to do it for him *His favorite game is wrestle and chew *Great on walks *Loves the car *Sleeps through the night *He so VERY much wants to be with humans-he whines when they leave so we are working on his crate training *Very treat motivated *Great with other dogs *Sits so beautifully for treats-he just wants to please his humans! Franky weighs in at 50lbs, he is just 9mos old, fully vetted, altered, microchipped and UTD on shots. He is a gorgeous mix of APBT and Doberman Pinscher. Fill out an application today and meet your new adventure buddy!

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We'll also keep you updated on Fat Boy (Clyde)'s adoption status with email updates.
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Fat Boy (Clyde)

American Pit Bull Terrier Cane Corso

Male, Adult
Tempe, AZ
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Needs special attention, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
**CLEVER CLYDE aka FABULOUS FAT BOY** Age 3.5yrs Phoenix AZ. Who here remembers this gorgeous hunk? This sweet chunk was the beloved fur-baby to a human in need living on the streets of our community. He was affectionately named Fat Boy and he was in dire need of medical attention. He had a terrible injury to his front left leg that he could only drag. We posted about him and thousands of people commented that they wanted us to support the human and his furry companion with the care they both needed. Well.....we did....in fact we spent thousands of hours (and dollars) on his care rehabilitation.....and now we need your help! Sadly we have been unable to reunite Fat Boy (now Clyde) with his human so we are looking for a loving home for this sweet hunk! Clyde is LOVING living life indoors and having his own pool to play in and his own comphy bed to sleep on. Here are his impressive stats: *He is a mix of Cane Corso, Neapolitan Mastiff and APBT *He weighs in at 71lbs *He is healthy, UTD on all shots, altered and microchipped and potty trained *He does not let being a tri-pod slow his roll-although he does enjoy his walks with short breaks! *He loves his big and small doggie friends *He is so loving, gentle and is a world-class cuddler *He gives Michael Phelps a run for his money in the dog paddle category *He deserves to be coddled and spoiled the rest of his beautiful life! We need your help to get this boy a permanent loving home. Please share his story and if you think you would be a good fit for him fill out an application and come take a dip with this handsome boy!

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We'll also keep you updated on Christy's adoption status with email updates.
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Christy

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, Young
Tempe, AZ
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
**WELCOME BACK CHRISTY** Age 7mos Phoenix AZ. We just welcomed Christy back into our care. She originally came to us with her 6 other siblings from an "OOPS" litter back in August of 2025. They were just 9 weeks old at the time. This sweet girl was adopted very quickly. So why is she back you ask? As per usual...it is not her fault. She is an amazing girl who was put in a no win situation. She was adopted for the "kids" to take care of....well without the proper guidance, structure and expectations of said kids....it's the dog ....that can not fend for herself ....that becomes collateral damage. Christy is a fabulous girly girl! She is now 7mos old and about 45lbs. She is fully vetted, altered, UTD on shots and microchipped. She has the most unique, gorgeous coat...and might I add very fashionably trendy black spots! What you should know: *Potty trained/uses dog door *Loves to play *Great with big and small dogs *Fabulous on a leash/loves walks *Loves to go to Home Depot *Does not react to cats *Rides wonderfully in the car *On walks not reactive to rude off leash dogs *Affectionate and such a love bug *Learns easily/smart girl Looking for a gorgeous and sweet addition to your family? Fill out an application and come meet her today!

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CHIEF

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 1 yr
Scottsdale, AZ
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
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ATHENA

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 2 yrs
Scottsdale, AZ
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
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Ridley

Boxer Labrador Retriever

Male, 7 yrs
Tempe, AZ
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
I am a soulful, affectionate pup who craves connection, safety, and a place to truly belong. My early years were tough - I was adopted as a puppy and thought I’d found my forever home, but things didn’t go quite as planned. My first five years were full of changes and uncertainty, and eventually, I was brought back to the shelter. It was a tough time, but I’ve since moved into a foster home where I’m learning what it means to feel safe and loved. I’ve made huge strides in building trust and confidence, and every safe, loving experience helps me grow even more. At 6 years old, I have the maturity and manners of an adult dog, but don’t let that fool you - I still have that inner puppy sparkle, a curiosity and joy that comes alive when I’m given new experiences, fun toys, and time to explore. I love outdoor adventures, cozy spaces filled with pillows and blankets, and keeping busy with my favorite chew and squeaky toys. Belly rubs and booty scratches aren’t just my favorite, they’re how I feel loved, comforted, and safe, and I have no problem making sure my people know when it’s time for affection. I’m treat motivated and eager to learn, making me easy to train and excited to work with people who want to help me continue growing. I feel most comfortable with people who are calm, kind, and patient - folks who let me take things at my own pace but are always there to guide and reassure me when I need it. I need a safe space away from other dogs and lots of hustle and bustle. I thrive on outdoor exploration, mental stimulation, and human connection. I’m very social at heart, I just struggle with trust because of my past, but the more people I bond with the more I learn that I’m wanted, safe, and loved and my personality blossoms. I’m looking for a calm, adults-only home with no other pets, where I can keep growing at my own pace. A big yard or access to outdoor exploration would help keep me engaged, and with time and love, I’ll be the most loyal companion you could ask for. Are you the person who can help me keep building trust and discovering just how great life can be? Adoption Requirements: Behavior consult, no other dogs, adults only home. My adoption fee is $200 and includes the following: -2 Free private training lessons in-home or at the shelter -Spay/neuter surgery -All current vaccinations -Microchip -FREE wellness exam through VCA Animal Hospitals -$25 gift voucher from our friends at Choice Pet Market For more information about me or to schedule a meet and greet appointment, please complete an adoption questionnaire.

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Bodhi

Boxer Mixed Breed (Large)

Male, 1 yr
Tempe, AZ
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Bodhi is an adult tan‑and‑white boxer mix with a soft expression and an even softer heart. This handsome guy is active, affectionate, and always ready to lean in for love. He’s a fan of the full trifecta of toys, food, and affection, which means you'll likely never be at a loss for training motivators with him. Bodhi does pull on the leash a bit, so he’ll benefit from continued practice and positive reinforcement. Social and playful, Bodhi has lived with dogs of many breeds and sizes and enjoys canine company. Because of his size and energetic nature, he’s looking for a home with children 7 and up who can enjoy his bouncy, joyful spirit. If you’re searching for a loyal companion who brings enthusiasm, sweetness, and a whole lot of charm, Bodhi might be the perfect match for your family. He’s ready to find his people and start his next chapter with love and confidence. My adoption fee is $350 and includes the following: -Spay/neuter surgery -All current vaccinations -Microchip -FREE wellness exam through VCA Animal Hospitals -$25 gift voucher from our friends at My Pet Market

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American Pit Bull Terrier shelters & rescues in Tempe, Arizona

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2.6 miles

Lost Our Home Pet Rescue

2323 S. Hardy Dr, Tempe, AZ 85282

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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2.6 miles

Fur The Paws Inc

Tempe, AZ 85282

Pet Types: cats, dogs, small animals

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4.5 miles

Maricopa County Animal Care & Control Everyday Adoption Center

4380 N Miller Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85251

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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4.8 miles

Arizona Humane Society - Papago Park Campus

5501 E. Van Buren Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85008

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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4.8 miles

Alone No More Dog Rescue

Phoenix, AZ 85008

Pet Types: dogs

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5.5 miles

Arizona Animal Welfare League

25 N. 40th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85034

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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5.5 miles

Pound PuppyZ

Phoenix, AZ 85034

Pet Types: dogs

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5.7 miles

Maricopa County Animal Care & Control East Valley Animal Shelter

1920 S Lewis, Mesa, AZ 85210

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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7.7 miles

Almost There: A Mom + Pups Rescue

2611 E Indian School Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85016

Pet Types: dogs

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8.4 miles

Heart of Infinity

Scottsdale, AZ 85253

Pet Types: dogs

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