American Pit Bull Terrier puppies and dogs in Des Moines, Iowa

Size

(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered,

Story

Meet Kobe! He was rescued from the side of the road by his foster, and he is just the sweetest boy! His foster family has been caring for him for about a year, but never intended to keep him forever. They have 5 kids ranging from 6 months old to 12 years old and they play with him and lay with him and he is always sweet and gentle with them. He’s never shown aggression to anyone at all. He’s crate trained and house trained, but he will dig under the fence if he doesn’t get enough exercise. He would thrive with more exercise, training and mental stimulation. He’s a very smart dog, but also quite strong so would do well with obedience training. Kobe is about 1.5 years old and weighs about 75 pounds.IMPORTANT: Please read all below, especially if you live outside of Texas, which is where our rescue is located.Apply to adopt on our website: https://www.charmingpetrescue.org/adoptAll of our animals are spayed/neutered, microchipped, and up to date on shots.ALL of our animals are located in Boerne, TX, but transport after adoption is available to other states for a $300 fee for dogs or an additional fee varying by location for cats. If you are seeing our pets posted in your state, that's because you live near a transport stop, they are not currently at that location. Petfinder lists our pets as ''Out of Town'' pets at other locations, and Adopt-a-Pet lists our location as a Transport stop. Those are currently the only options they offer to make this clear, so we put this description we've put at the bottom to explain it. You can read more about transport here: www.charmingpetrescue.org/transportWe understand transport is not an option for everyone, but we offer it at the cost we pay the transport company for those who wish to adopt from us.December 3, 2023, 4:51 am

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Winifred

Pit Bull Terrier

Size

(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)

Details

Good with dogs,

Story

Hi, I’m Winifred!I’m a rambunctious American pitbull mix about 3 years old and weigh about 50 pounds. I’m currently living with my foster parents and their 4 dogs, getting an opportunity to learn all kinds of new tricks and how to be polite in the house and on the leash. Currently I know how to sit and shake, I am working on learning down and to have good leash manners. I enjoy being in my crate and don’t mind spending time in there to relax. I love to spend time with people, give kisses, get pets, play with my foster fur-siblings, destroy squeaky toys, and chew on bones. When I meet new people I get a little excited and want to jump with happiness but I am working on giving happy wiggles instead. I am also excited and loud when I see other dogs around when on walks, so my foster dad who is a K9 trainer is making sure I learn my manners. I would enjoy the chance to love your family!IMPORTANT: Please read all below, especially if you live outside of Texas, which is where our rescue is located.Apply to adopt on our website: https://www.charmingpetrescue.org/adoptAll of our animals are spayed/neutered, microchipped, and up to date on shots.ALL of our animals are located in Boerne, TX, but transport after adoption is available to other states for a $300 fee for dogs or an additional fee varying by location for cats. If you are seeing our pets posted in your state, that's because you live near a transport stop, they are not currently at that location. Petfinder lists our pets as ''Out of Town'' pets at other locations, and Adopt-a-Pet lists our location as a Transport stop. Those are currently the only options they offer to make this clear, so we put this description we've put at the bottom to explain it. You can read more about transport here: www.charmingpetrescue.org/transportWe understand transport is not an option for everyone, but we offer it at the cost we pay the transport company for those who wish to adopt from us.December 3, 2023, 4:51 am

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Nixon

American Pit Bull Terrier

Size

(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)

Details

Spayed or Neutered,

Story

- Enjoys treats and toys; tennis balls are his favorite - Loves to learn and has great focus - especially if you have treats - so would be a lot of fun to train - Prefers to explore and do his own thing here in the shelter, but will likely open up more once he's in a home environment and has had time to decompress - Loves going on walks and does best with a harness - Tends to be socially awkward with other dogs (dog intro recommended) The ARL's shelter software requires that we choose a primary breed for our dogs. Visual breed identification in dogs is unreliable, so for most dogs we are only guessing at primary breed. We get to know each dog as an individual and do our best to describe each of our dogs based on personality, not breed label. Primary Color: Brown Secondary Color: White Weight: 61 Age: 4yrs 1mths 2wks

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Talia

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, Young

Size

(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)

Details

Spayed or Neutered,

Story

HOW TO ADOPT: This dog is available for adoption by appointment. To schedule a time to meet this dog, please contact ARL-Adoption@arl-iowa.org.---- Busy pup who loves to connect with people through play and other activities; will likely enjoy physical activity and mental challenges to keep her brain and body busy - A total goofball who loves toys and being silly - Loves to learn and has great focus - especially if you have treats - so would be a lot of fun to train - A wiggly girl who loves to say hi to everyone she meets and get all the pets - Enjoys being near her people a lot of the time, but will go off on her own to play - Loves going on walks and does best with a harness - Tends to be socially awkward with other dogs (dog intro required) The ARL's shelter software requires that we choose a primary breed for our dogs. Visual breed identification in dogs is unreliable, so for most dogs we are only guessing at primary breed. We get to know each dog as an individual and do our best to describe each of our dogs based on personality, not breed label. Primary Color: Grey Weight: 63 Age: 1yrs 8mths 1wks

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Aurora

American Pit Bull Terrier

Size

(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)

Details

Spayed or Neutered,

Story

Primary Color: Brown Weight: 47.5 Age: 3yrs 0mths 2wks

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Sky

American Pit Bull Terrier

Size

(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)

Details

Spayed or Neutered,

Story

Primary Color: White Secondary Color: Grey Weight: 49.4 Age: 2yrs 0mths 1wks

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Or, how about these American Pit Bull Terriers in cities near Des Moines, Iowa

These American Pit Bull Terriers are available for adoption close to Des Moines, Iowa.

Snoopy

Pit Bull Terrier Labrador Retriever

Male, Young

Size

(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,

Story

PLEASE NOTE! Unless stated otherwise, our dogs and puppies are located in Arkansas, and transported to the north/northeast once adopted. We do occasionally have dogs/puppies placed in foster homes in the north/northeast. In the cases where the pet is somewhere other than Arkansas, it will be noted beside the name of the pet. 7/30/23 Still available!! 1/27/23 Snoopy was a stray who was taken in temporarily, until a forever home can be found for him. We believe he is about 8 mo old and is possibly a lab/pit bull mix. He is a sweet natured little guy who is affectionate and loving, and is good with other dogs. He is crate trained and sleeps all night in his crate without a fuss. He is a very good boy and just needs a home of his own. Good with other dogs and cats! He will be neutered and utd on vet care before adoption. Located in Arkansas, but transport is available. Adopter must be able to pick up or arrange for someone to pick up for them at one of the following times/locations. Harrisburg, PA 2am Fridays Port Jervis, NJ 5am Fridays Southington, CT 8am Fridays East Hartford, CT 11am Fridays To apply, please fill out the adoption app: https://form.jotform.com/212690945239059 email apps.aasr@gmail.com with any questions. Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.Our typical adoption fee for puppies younger than 6 months old is $400, and for older puppies and adults, the usual fee is $350. This includes microchip, spay/neuter,  up to date on age appropriate vaccinations, dewormings, flea/tick treatment, and heartworm test (if over 6 months old) as well as heartworm treatment if they test positive. There is a transport fee of $125-$140 per dog, depending on the transporter. We use Pack Leaders Rescue Dog Transport most often, but also use Hearts Transport as well on occasion. For more info regarding adopting, email apps.aasr@gmail.com. Thank you for considering one of our rescue babies! December 2, 2023, 6:07 pm

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Marsay

American Pit Bull Terrier Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 11 yrs 4 mos

Johnston, IA

Size

(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)

Details

Good with dogs, Not good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,

Story

Marsay is an 11 year old 60 lb pit mix looking for an active retirement home. Marsay is incredibly affectionate and still has the energy of a young pup! He loves to cuddle but also loves going for walks with his foster mom. He is house/crate trained. He does fine with most dogs one-on-one and after a proper intro; we haven't seen him with cats yet and require a meet with any resident pets before adoption. He does tend to guard resources (particularly food and high value toys/bones) so we are suggesting older kids in the home and a dedicated adopter willing to put some one-on-one training time in with him. He loves to meet new people and be part of the action! If interested in meeting Marsay, please apply at www.foreverhomedogs.org!All adoptions are $300 per dog for puppies under 1 year, $250 for adults 1 - 9 years old and $150 for senior dogs which include spay/neuter, micro-chipped and up-to-date on required shots. Senior dogs, at our discretion, are adopted out at $150 per dog because we know they will have less time with your family and may eventually have more needs as they get older. But we feel these dogs deserve to live out the rest of their lives as part of a loving family.

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Mira 2

American Pit Bull Terrier Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 5 yrs 11 mos

Johnston, IA

Size

(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)

Details

Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,

Story

Mira is a super sweet 55 lb 5 year old pit bull girl looking for a special forever home. She was found running in Kansas back in November 2020, and we are guessing came from a breeder situation as she was very scared and quickly put on the euthanasia list at their animal control / shelter because she was so afraid of everything. We were able to get her to Iowa, where we took it extra slow with her. She was adopted in July 2021 and returned six months later due to fear issues with lots of people in and out of the home. Mira gets along with all sizes of animals, but doesn't voluntarily approach people for a long time after meeting them so will need a patient adopter willing to let her learn at her pace. Another confident dog will be needed for this lady, as she watches other animals for guidance. A calmer home and dedicated adopter who has a professional trainer lined up to utilize is required, no exceptions -- and we will follow up as needed post-adoption. She is such a gentle thing who wants to dog but doesn't know how yet, and will take time to figure it out. Her adoption fee is $250 and includes all vetting and microchip. If you feel like you have the environment and patience to love her, please apply at www.foreverhomedogs.org to schedule a couple meets with Mira!All adoptions are $300 per dog for puppies under 1 year, $250 for adults 1 - 9 years old and $150 for senior dogs which include spay/neuter, micro-chipped and up-to-date on required shots. Senior dogs, at our discretion, are adopted out at $150 per dog because we know they will have less time with your family and may eventually have more needs as they get older. But we feel these dogs deserve to live out the rest of their lives as part of a loving family.

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Cupcake

Pit Bull Terrier

Knoxville, IA

Size

(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)

Details

Spayed or Neutered,

Story

Meet Cupcake! She's a sweet 4-year-old pit mix. She's very friendly and sweet. She weighs 82 pounds and needs to loose a little weight. She would definitely be worth the work! Please call us at 641-828-7387 for more information or to make an appointment to meet her! November 30, 2023, 4:16 pm

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Bruno

Pit Bull Terrier

Knoxville, IA

Size

(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)

Details

Story

November 30, 2023, 4:16 pm

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Sissy

Pit Bull Terrier

Knoxville, IA

Size

(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)

Details

Story

Meet Sissy! She's a sweet 2-3 year old boxer mix. She's very friendly and loving. She weighs 63 pounds.November 30, 2023, 4:16 pm

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These pups are in Des Moines, Iowa too!

Below are our newest added American Pit Bull Terriers available for adoption in Des Moines, Iowa. To see more adoptable American Pit Bull Terriers in Des Moines, Iowa, use the search tool below to enter specific criteria!

Cami

English Bulldog

Size

(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)

Details

Spayed or Neutered,

Story

Primary Color: Brown Secondary Color: White Weight: 50 Age: 5yrs 0mths 3wks

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Goosey

Boxer

Size

(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)

Details

Story

Primary Color: Tan Weight: 61 Age: 3yrs 0mths 1wks

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Helga

Boxer