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American Staffordshire Terrier puppies and dogs in Shelbyville, Kentucky

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Grover

American Staffordshire Terrier

Male, 2 yrs 9 mos
LaGrange, KY
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
Grover is a 50-pound, 2 1/2-year-old American Staffordshire Terrier mix. Grover loves playing with other dogs and would love a companion who is high energy. He also enjoys walks and playtime with humans and playing with toys by himself. He loves playing tug-of-war, and sometimes will even treat his owner to a good game of catch. He’s so talented he can even catch treats! Grover would not appreciate a cat companion in his new household. Grover is in Camp K-9 at the Kentucky State Reformatory where he has learned his basic commands and manners. He is crate trained, and housetrained. Grover’s handler describes him as smart and loving, but unfortunately it takes time for him to warm up to new people. So he would need someone who would have the patience to get to be his best buddy. Grover’s handler had this to say about him ~ “Once he loves you, he will always love you. He will be right for your side through everything.” Might you be the one who wins his heart? To meet Grover, please go here to fill out an application: https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/HSOC/Dog
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Artemis

American Staffordshire Terrier

Female, Young
Clarksville, IN
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained,
Story
Our sweet Artemis loves to cuddle. She is great with kids and cats. We have a small house and busy schedule; she needs a larger home and more attention. She has the occasional accident in the house but knows she needs to go potty outside. She is behind on her shots due to our not having the financial ability to get her up to date. She is a very energetic dog. She loves to run around and play fetch.
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Rebel

American Staffordshire Terrier Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, Adult
Owenton, KY
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats,
Story
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Tank

American Staffordshire Terrier Shepherd (Unknown Type)

Male, Adult
Louisville, KY
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Tank is believed to be a 3 year old American Staffordshire Terrier / Shepherd mix. He is a 57 lb neutered male who just got a new rabies vaccine and other important vaccines. He is in good health with no known issues. He came to me at the end of April 2025. He was essentially abandoned so I took him in as a foster. After being here a few weeks, I can say he is a super sweet and lovable dog who likes to follow you throughout the house, cuddle with you any chance he gets, and loves attention, pets and belly rubs. I have a 7 year old dog named Kernel who Tank generally gets along well with, cuddling him and giving him lots of kisses. However at times Tank has some possessive issues with toys. It is my opinion that Tank would be happier in a single dog household. He likes most dogs that he meets, but not all of them. I am unsure of how he is with cats or kids as I have neither. Tank is also reactive with squirrels on walks. I am teaching him the basic commands, but he needs more training.
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Tank

American Staffordshire Terrier

Male, 6 yrs 7 mos
Versailles, KY
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
NO CATS! Hey you! Yeah, you! Hi! I'm Tank and I am ready to be your best friend! Like, seriously, you've never met anyone like me before! I am the happiest boy you've ever met! I'm a foodie too, but I take my treats and cookies very gently. I am an absolute CHAMP at sitting and I can't wait to learn more cool tricks! I am looking for a home without any kitties though, I find them a little bit too tempting. I haven't met any dog friends here yet, so if you have one at home I'd like to meet them first, just to make sure we can all get along. Think I could your next PAWsome adventure buddy? Give my friends at the Adoption Center at call at 859-873-5491 to find out more about me or to schedule an appointment to meet me!
We'll also keep you updated on Tank's adoption status with email updates.
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Tank

American Staffordshire Terrier

Male, Adult
Versailles, KY
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
NO OTHER ANIMALS!Hey you! Yeah, you! Hi! I'm Tank and I am ready to be your best friend! Like, seriously, you've never met anyone like me before! I am the happiest boy you've ever met! I'm a foodie too, but I take my treats and cookies very gently. I am an absolute CHAMP at sitting and I can't wait to learn more cool tricks! I would prefer to be the only pet in the home, so I don't have to share any attention! Think I could your next PAWsome adventure buddy? Give my friends at the Adoption Center at call at 859-873-5491 to find out more about me or to schedule an appointment to meet me! Primary Color: Black Secondary Color: White Weight: 62.2 Age: 6yrs 6mths 0wks

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33.2 miles

New Albany Animal Control and Shelter

215 W. Market St., New Albany, IN 47150

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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29.7 miles

Woodford Humane Society

265 Thomas Lane, Versailles, KY 40383

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

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39 miles

Barktown Rescue

295 Petersburg Road, Boston, KY 40107

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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39 miles

Lexington Humane Society

1600 Old Frankfort Pike, Lexington, KY 40504

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, farm animals, horses, rabbits, reptiles, small animals

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Rescue

16.1 miles

Humane Society of Oldham County

2601 Interior Way, LaGrange, KY 40031

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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29.1 miles

Owen County Friends of Animals

80 Old Monterey Road, Owenton, KY 40359

Pet Types: dogs

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Rescue

44.4 miles

Lexington Pit Crew

Lexington, KY 40515

Pet Types: dogs

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35.8 miles

Saved By Fate Dog Rescue

Georgetown, KY 40324

Pet Types: dogs

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