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Puppies and dogs in Columbia, Illinois

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Columbia, 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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Larry

Pit Bull Terrier

Male, Adult
ST LOUIS, MO
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
This is Larry a 68lb pittie mix lap dog who's looking for his forever family through ActNow! Rescue. He'll keep himself entertained for hours and when he's ready to crash he'll crawl right up onto your lap whether you're ready or not because he's just a big cuddly boy! He loves his zoomies and would do very well in a big yard with a fence. He hasn't been cat or kid tested. He wasn't terribly interested in meeting the other dogs in my house but once he did he was super playful! He would be a great family dog ❤️ Please fill out an application at actnowrescue.net
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Laika

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, Adult
ST LOUIS, MO
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
This is Laika. Laika has had a very rough start to her life. She was hit by a car and left on a cement floor at a vet's office with no medical care for 2 months. ActNow! Rescue tagged her and got her to a surgeon for an evaluation. It turns out that neither of her knee caps are where they're supposed to be and sadly there's a chance that surgery won't even fix the problem. The vet had said he was surprised she can even walk at all bc her left knee is only slightly better than her right and she really only uses that one leg. Once she is adopted if something were to happen to her better leg, the rescue will be responsible for that care. However, she gets around just fine! She runs and plays with other dogs and doesn't have any issues with stairs. She's only around a year old, not sure what breed she is but I know she's absolutely beautiful inside and out! She only weighs about 34lbs and is so sweet that I'm surprised she doesn't melt when water touches her 🥺. She's potty trained and crate trained although she really doesn't need to be in a crate and I haven't had her in one bc she doesn't destroy anything in the house when I'm away. She's great with other dogs and while she hasn't been kid or cat tested I can only assume based on what I've seen that she would do great. While I believe she would do great with kids I don't want her to go to a home with young children only bc I'm worried they might knock her over, it's usually the other way around lol. She doesn't need to go on walks so as not to put more stress on her left leg so if you're an older couple she might be the ideal girl for you. Please fill out an application at actnowrescue.net
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Gracie Mae

Catahoula Leopard Dog

Female, Adult
ST LOUIS, MO
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Gracie Mae! She is the most wonderful protector that you could ask for! She loves cuddling under blankets, snacking, and playin with her humans! She is great with kids! No other pets in in the home (dogs or cats!). please fill out an application at actnowrescue.net
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June Bug

Pit Bull Terrier

Female, Adult
ST LOUIS, MO
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet JuneBug. This sweet girl is about ONE year old and ready for her forever home. She and her pups were dumped in a farmers field in Francois County and he threatened to shoot them. Luckily the rescue was able to save them. Junebug was very skittish, underweight and full of fleas, ticks and worms After many months of antibiotics, good food and TLC JuneBug has blossomed into an absolute doll She is great with other dogs and would love to find her forever home. Please contact her foster mom at kathysemail16@gmail.com Applications can be filled out at actnowrescue.net
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Chunky Monkey

Labrador Retriever

Male, Puppy
ST LOUIS, MO
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet chunky Monkey! He is being fostered through ActNow! Rescue. He and his family were dumped at a farm in Francois County at just a few weeks old. During that time his momma fought hard to keep her pups safe from coyotes and other predators. Thankfully I found out about them through a kind woman and brought them home. Chunky Monkey didn’t live up to his name then. He was full of fleas, ticks and worms. Super skinny and very nervous of everyone. Fast forward to now…. Chunky Monkey is FOUR months old and fully recovered. He loves to sleep on foster mom’s lap after he has ran around the yard. He’s quite the love bug! Chunky Monkey is neutered, up to date with shots and doing great on housebreaking. He is a Labrador Retriever mix and as his pics show… a very handsome boy. All he needs is a home, could that be with you? You will not find a sweeter, more loving puppy. Please contact his foster mom with any questions at kathysemail16@gmail.com Applications can be filled out at actnowrescue.net
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Cookie Monster

Labrador Retriever

Female, Puppy
ST LOUIS, MO
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Cookie Monster!! She is being fostered through ActNow! Rescue. She and her family were dumped at a farm in Francois County at just a few weeks old. During that time his momma fought hard to keep her pups safe from coyotes and other predators. Thankfully I found out about them through a kind woman and brought them home. She was full of fleas, ticks and worms. Super skinny and very nervous of everyone. Fast forward to now…. Cookie Monster is FOUR months old and fully recovered. She loves to sleep on foster mom’s lap after she has ran around the yard. She’s quite the love bug! Cookie Monster is spayed, up to date with shots and doing great on housebreaking. She is a Labrador Retriever mix and as her pics show… a very beautiful girl! All she needs is a home, could that be with you? You will not find a sweeter, more loving puppy. Please contact her foster mom with any questions at kathysemail16@gmail.com Applications can be filled out at actnowrescue.net

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Helping Strays of Monroe County

4221 Hanover Rd., Columbia, IL 62236

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Act Now Rescue - St Louis Mo

PO BOX 510321, ST LOUIS, MO 63151

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Wonder Weims Rescue- Missouri

St. Louis, MO 63129

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St. Francois

5706 Mango Dr, St. Louis, MO 63129

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Needy Paws Rescue

St Louis, MO 63125

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Bishop's Small Dog Rescue, Inc. NFP

4118 Waterloo Rd., Waterloo, IL 62298

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Hay Dude Critter Rescue - MO transport

St. Louis, MO 63111

Pet Types: cats, dogs, horses

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St. Louis English Bulldog Rescue

PO Box 160165, St. Louis, MO 63116

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City of Arnold Animal Control

2912 Arnold Tenbrook Road, Arnold, MO 63010

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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