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Puppies and dogs in Carterville, Illinois

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Carterville, Illinois. 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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Willow

Belgian Malinois Mastiff

Female, Adult
Royalton, IL
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Willow is a good girl. She is approximately 5 years old. She has never bitten or hurt anyone on purpose. She has been with my husband since she was a baby. She is spayed and up to date on shots. She is very well house trained. We are looking to rehome her because we just don't have the space for her. We live in a small mobile home with 2 small children and have no area for her to run. My husband was recently injured and is unable to walk her now (we do not have a fenced yard) She would greatly benefit from having a yard to run in. She is good with kids, although she is large and may knock down small children. We have chihuahuas and she does fine with them, however, I do not know how she would be with other dogs she does not know. I do not believe she would do well with cats or other small animals without additional training.
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Mochi

Schnoodle Poodle (Standard)

Female, Adult
Makanda, IL
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Mochi is a sweet 5 year old Schnoodle (Schauzer Poodle Mix) that would do well in a single pet home with older kids. She likes being around people and kids but does not like rambunctious other pets around her inside the home. Does great on leash walks with other dogs but wants to be the sole focus of attention inside the home. She deserves it! Mochi loves walks and meeting new people even though she is cautious. She loves to play fetch and is great at catching her tennis ball. Mochi has to take medication daily (spay induced incontinence) but she has no issues eating it when it's in a pill pocket. It is just mixed in with her meals. I am willing to supply 2 months worth of her medication and pill pockets to help with the transition. Her prescription is fairly inexpensive and she thinks it's a treat.
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Arrow

Husky

Male, Adult
West Frankfort, IL
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
He does not have a dominant or aggressive bone in his body. He is fantastic with other dogs! He is NOT good with cats so if he goes to a home with cats, I recommend separating him from them. He could definitely use more training but otherwise, he is a sweet and playful boy.
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Smokey

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, Adult
West Frankfort, IL
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Smokey – a 7-year-old pit bull mix I adopted from Union County. He’s a big snuggler who loves to be close to his people and curl up under blankets. He deserves more time and attention than I can give right now. It has been challenging with blending families and adding a few more kids in the mix who have allergies to him. When it comes to other dogs that I introduce him too, he plays well. When the dogs come into our yard, it’s more territorial, so he doesn’t come off as friendly. He is great with our youngest son who is almost 2. When the older kids play or have friends over he gets really excited, so then I kennel him. He’s best suited for a home with a fenced-in yard where he can run and play safely. Smokey is gentle, loyal, and full of love—he just wants to be near his humans. If you’re looking for a devoted companion, this sweet boy might be the perfect fit. Please reach out if you or someone you know can give him the forever home he deserves.
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Pups

Labrador Retriever

Male, Puppy
Pittsburg, IL
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
These rescue babies are looking for homes. Currently still available for adoption are Emmett, Tucker, and Bleu. They were born December 17th. Their mom appears to be a heeler/lab mix, she was rescued by my friend and was pregnant at the time. They have had 2 sets of shots and have been dewormed. Rehoming fee applies to make sure they get good homes. All of them are just so sweet and would make wonderful family dogs. Please specify when applying which pup you are specifically interested in. They are currently being fostered while waiting for their forever homes. Reach out to me if you are interested in learning more.
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Smoke

Labrador Retriever American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, Adult
Marion, IL
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Smoke was my son's dog, however, my son had to move 5 hours away, with his job, and into a small apartment. He was unable to take Smoke with him. My landlord will not allow me to keep Smoke because of their tenant policy here. Smoke is a lab/pit mix, around 5 or 6 years old, and he is around 58 lbs. Smoke is housebroken, vaccinated and neutered. For now, Smoke is in a small apartment with me. Smoke injured his back right leg around 5 months ago, but you cant really tell, as he loves to run, jump and play. Smoke is an indoor dog, but would do well with more room, a fenced in back yard to play in, or a farm to live on. Smoke has alot of love to give. He needs a best friend to do things with. Occasionally he enjoys watching TV. I've only seen Smoke in a controlled environment around other dogs and children, so anything outside that I'm not sure about.

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City of Herrin Animal Control - Illinois

1225 Weaver Rd, Herrin, IL 62948

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Second Chances Pet Rehab and Sanctuary- Southern IL

Carbondale, IN 62902

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Finding Forever Animal Rescue

1117 E Main St, Marion, IL 62959

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Shawnee Rescue

P.O. Box, Marion, IL 62959

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Marion Regional Humane Society

2410 Dylan Drive, Marion, IL 62959

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Humane Society of Southern Illinois

95 Humane Road, Murphysboro, IL 62966

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St. Francis CARE

6228 Country Club Road, Murphysboro, IL 62966

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Perry County Humane Society

8365 State Route 14, DuQuoin, IL 62832

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Union County Animal Control Illinois

385 Kaolin Rd, Cobden, IL 62920

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United Yorkie Rescue - IL- Ava

Ava, IL 62907

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