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Pumba

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, Adult

Roselle, NJ

Size

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

Details

Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,

Story

Pumba was adopted at Edison animal shelter in March 2024. I don’t know much about his background but he was found in the street abandoned and from a letter a neighbor states he was with a family with two kids. He’s a sweet dog potty trained but can be anxious outside he would do great with a yard

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Tux

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 3 mos

Clark, NJ

Size

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

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Meet Tux from Mississippi. Tux is hoping to find a home in time for Christmas Foster located in Bayville NJ Fill out an application and fo meet this boy https://luvfureveranimalrescue.org/adopt%2Ffoster-application

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Lady

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 3 mos

Clark, NJ

Size

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

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Lady is a Mississippi girl hoping to find her furever home in NJ in time for Christmas. She will be available for adoption after 12/19. Fill out an application and come meet this girl. Foster located in Bayville NJ https://luvfureveranimalrescue.org/adopt%2Ffoster-application

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Dice

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, Young

Perth Amboy, NJ

Size

(when grown) -

Details

House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Dice is a new stray to the shelter who so far loves his treats, doesn't seem to know his basic commands just yet but is eager to please. We are still learning his preferences for a new forever family so come on in today and see if he picks you! All Perth Amboy Animal Shelter residents will be fully vaccinated, spayed/neutered and microchipped prior to adoption. You must be 23 or older to adopt from the shelter, complete an Adoption Application and pay the associated adoption fee. The application must be approved by the shelter staff and all adoptions are finalized based on the best interests of our animals. Come visit us Monday - Friday between 10am and 4pm and Saturday/Sunday from 10am - 3pm. Contact us at (732) 324-3877 and don't forget to ask about our Foster Program!October 29, 2025, 6:17 am

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Diamond

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, Young

Perth Amboy, NJ

Size

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

Details

House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

This girl is a diamond in the ruff! Entering the shelter from some terrible circumstances she is ready to stop having babies and start having regular yummy meals and some TLC in a true forever home! All Perth Amboy Animal Shelter residents will be fully vaccinated, spayed/neutered and microchipped prior to adoption. You must be 23 or older to adopt from the shelter, complete an Adoption Application and pay the associated adoption fee. The application must be approved by the shelter staff and all adoptions are finalized based on the best interests of our animals. Come visit us Monday - Friday between 10am and 4pm and Saturday/Sunday from 10am - 3pm. Contact us at (732) 324-3877 and don't forget to ask about our Foster Program!October 31, 2025, 6:48 am

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Lightning

Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 4 yrs 6 mos

Staten Island, NY

Size

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

Details

Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Lightning is a sweet and loving dog who is full of energy and curiosity. She is a young female, around 3-4 years old, who was rescued in 2023 after being found in poor condition. Since then, she has been able to recover and is ready to find her forever home. Lightning is a smart dog who loves to learn new tricks and is very food motivated. She has a lot of energy and would do best in an active home. She is very affectionate and loves to cuddle. Lightning is young, has a lot of energy and a lot of learning to do, so we are looking for a family who has had experience with similar breeds and is willing to give her the time and patience she needs to learn and grow. If you think you could give Lightning a loving and nurturing home, please inquire within!

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Rescue

4.8 miles

Luv Furever Animal Rescue

Clark, NJ 07066

Pet Types: dogs

Shelter

5.1 miles

Perth Amboy Animal Shelter

597 Fayette Street, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861

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

Rescue

5.2 miles

Broken Souls Rescue and Recovery

Staten Island, NY 10307

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

6 miles

Louie's Legacy Animal Rescue - Staten Island

Staten Island, NY 10306

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs

Rescue

6.1 miles

Best Friend Dog and Animal Adoption

P.O. Box 335, Cranford, NJ 07016

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

8.1 miles

Best Friend Dog Rescue.inc

Bayonne, NJ 07002

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

8.8 miles

Heaven Sent Animal Rescue NJ

South Amboy, NJ 08879

Pet Types: dogs

Shelter

9.6 miles

Associated Humane Societies Newark

124 Evergreen Avenue, Newark, NJ 07114

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

Rescue

10.3 miles

No Paw Left Behind Animal Rescue

Union Beach, NJ 07735

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

11.7 miles

Noah's Ark Animal Rescue NJ

Hazlet, NJ 07730

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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American Pit Bull Terrier basics

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