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Gracie

Cane Corso Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 3 yrs 10 mos
Oswego, IL
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Dog's Name: Gracie Location : Montgomery, IL Age or Date of Birth: July 2021 (estimate)Gender: FemaleBreed: Cane Corso MixFoster Dog's Weight: 83 lbs Gracie gets along with:Dogs?: Most female dogs and all gender puppies Needs a slow introduction to other dogs.Cats?: Unknown but unlikely due to prey driveKids?:  Yes - would do best with slow introduction Meet Gracie – A Loyal Heart Looking for Her Safe Place Gracie is a deeply loyal and loving girl with so much affection to give to the right person. She loves to cuddle with her owner and thrives in a calm, stable environment where she can feel secure and understood. While Gracie has had difficult experiences with other dogs in the past, but she also loves playingwith her foster sister.  They do occasionally play rough.  Gracie does shine as an only pet, forming incredibly strong bonds with her humans and offering unwavering devotion.   New situations and busy environments can be overwhelming for Gracie, so she’s searching for a quiet home with an experienced adopter who understands guardian breeds and is committed to continuing her training with patience and consistency. Her protective nature makes her an excellent companion for someone seeking a devoted, one-on-one connection. Gracie does love chewing and needs to be kenneled or in an enclosed room when left alone.  She is muzzle trained for unfamiliar environments which helps her feel safe in unfamiliar situations.  It's important her future family is comfortable continuing this practice.  Gracie does love chewing and would need to be kenneled or in an enclosed room when left alone. Gracie isn’t looking for a social life—she’s looking for her person. Someone who will respect her boundaries, appreciate her loyalty, and give her the peaceful home she deserves. In return, she’ll be your fiercest protector and most loyal friend.  She will do best in a home with guardian breed experience.  Her adopter needs to be patient and allow her to adapt to her new environment at her own pace.  Gracie can be around children as long as they are old enough to understand and respect her boundaries. Gracie would be fine alone or in a house with another non-dominant medium or larger breed female (can be a puppy), but would not do well with smaller breeds as she sees them as prey. Gracie would be best suited in a yard that is fenced or where she would have constant supervision as she does have a prey drive for smaller animals. To apply to adopt from Just Giants Rescue, you can visit https://justgiants.org/adopt/ to fill out an application. Meet and greets can be scheduled with approved adopters. All dogs adopted from Just Giants Rescue are up to date on shots, microchipped, and spayed or neutered. Some exceptions may apply. Until the profile is removed from the public’s view, the dog is considered available for adoption.  Meet and greets can be scheduled with approved adopters. Transportation from the foster home to the adopter is the responsibility of the adopter to coordinate. Just Giants does not adopt outside of the continental US. To apply to adopt from Just Giants Rescue, you can visit https://justgiants.org/adopt/ to fill out an application. All dogs adopted from Just Giants Rescue are up to date on shots, microchipped, and spayed or neutered. Some exceptions may apply. For more information about Just Giants or the dogs we rescue, please visit justgiants.org. All puppies will be adopted with age-appropriate vaccines and a spay/neuter contract. ##2110218##
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Cherry Pie

Cane Corso

Female, 8 yrs 5 mos
Oswego, IL
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs special attention, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Hi, I am Cherry Pie and am ready to find my forever home! Dog’s Name: Cherry Pie Location: St. Joseph, Il. Age or Date of Birth: 11/27/2016 Gender: Female Breed: Cane Corso  Color: Brindle/White Dog's Weight: 83.8 lbs Leash Trained - walks loose leash Crate Trained - goes to crate/kennel on command Potty Trained - indicates need to potty and doesn't have indoor accidents Car - Rides well in the car Gets Along With: Dogs - All Dogs Cats - Unknown Kids - Have not tested with kids Cherry is an easy going and wonderful girl.  She likes to go on walks and nap on the couch.  She never barks or whines. Cheerry waits patiently as her food is prepare it and never attempts to counter surf!   She doesn't show any interest in the duck pen in the yard.  She does show some resource guarding if touch while eating or playing with a chew toy - it's a slight grumble. Exhibiting seasonal allergies but is staying controlled with her supplements and strict salmon diet/treats. Does great with bathing, which she is getting weekly do to allergies. Cherry will be good for first time giant owner.  Additional dogs in the home are not necessary, but okay with a slow introduction. Her new family doesn't need a fence as long as she gets her excercise with daily walks.  Older children are recommended due to resource guarding.  She does a couple zoomies but isn't one that does them non stop! She will be a wonderful companion for any family.   Until the profile is removed from the public’s view, this dog is considered available for adoption. To apply to adopt from Just Giants Rescue fill out an online application with the $25 application donation. All approved applications are good for 12 months. Meet and greets can be scheduled with approved adopters. All dogs adopted from Just Giants Rescue are up to date on vaccines (Rabies, DHPP, Bordetella), microchipped, and spayed or neutered. Some exceptions may apply. All adoption fees are non-refundable; Just Giants is a NFP 501(c)3 organization. Meet and greets can be scheduled with approved adopters. Transportation from the foster home to the adopter is the responsibility of the adopter to coordinate. Just Giants does not adopt outside of the continental US. To apply to adopt from Just Giants Rescue, you can visit https://justgiants.org/adopt/ to fill out an application. All dogs adopted from Just Giants Rescue are up to date on shots, microchipped, and spayed or neutered. Some exceptions may apply. For more information about Just Giants or the dogs we rescue, please visit justgiants.org. All puppies will be adopted with age-appropriate vaccines and a spay/neuter contract. ##2332848##
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BELLA

Rottweiler

Female, Adult
Oswego, IL
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
BELLA – 3 year female. Bella is a sweet girl who just loves attention. She is perfect for the family that leads a easy going lifestyle. Aside from hanging out with her people, Bella does enjoy a nice walk. She is also good with male dogs, her size. She has not yet been tested with small dogs or cats. Bella is also housebroken and very well behaved. If there are children in Bella’s new family, we recommend they are over the age of 5. If you are interested in including BELLA in your home, please go to our website http://www.recycledrotts.org/wp/?page_id=150 for the rescue location (Recycled Rotts is located in the far west suburbs of Chicago IL), placement policies/fee, PLACEMENT AREA and the link to our online application. NOTE: We make calls to prospective adopters from our personal phones and always leave a message. If you do not answer numbers you don’t recognize, please check your messages.
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Apollo

Bull Terrier

Male, Young
Oswego, IL
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet our 3-year-old male Bull Terrier, Apollo, a beautiful black-and-white pup with a big personality and even bigger energy. He’s incredibly friendly and loves being around people, always eager for attention and playtime. He does jump up at times, and will nip lightly when overstimulated. He's been primarily an outdoor dog, so potty training will be a must if you plan to keep him indoors. Due to recent changes in our work schedules, we’re no longer able to give him the time and engagement he deserves. He thrives on activity and would be a great match for an owner with an active lifestyle who can dedicate time to training and regular exercise. We’re looking to re-home him with someone who can give him the care, structure, and fun he needs to truly thrive.
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TEN PUPPIES

Rottweiler

Male, Puppy
Oswego, IL
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
TEN, yes TEN, 8 week ROTTIE MIX pups. 8 males and 2 females. We are currently taking applications for our recent arrival of rottie mix pups. They are happy and healthy and we are looking for families that are willing to put in the work that goes along with having a pup. Yes, there are only 5 photos, but they all look alike. More photos will be posted soon. If you are interested in including one of the Rottie Mix pups in your home, please go to our website http://www.recycledrotts.org/wp/?page_id=150 for the rescue location (Recycled Rotts is located in the far west suburbs of Chicago IL), placement policies/fee, PLACEMENT AREA and the link to our online application. NOTE: We make calls to prospective adopters from our personal phones and always leave a message. If you do not answer numbers you don’t recognize, please check your messages.
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RUFUS

Rottweiler

Male, Young
Oswego, 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
RUFUS – 7 month male Rottie mix. Rufus, still very much a puppy, does know some basic commands and is learning quickly how to walk on a leash. Rufus was raised in a home with children, is housebroken and crate trained. He does need socialization with other dogs, but still a pup and he has a willingness to learn. We do not know what mix is in Rufus’ DNA, but we expect him to stay in the 65/70 lb range. While at the vet for his exam, there was another dog that needed a blood transfusion, Rufus became the donor save that dogs life. Now Rufus needs someone to step up for him, with a new home and a new life. If you are interested in including RUFUS in your home, please go to our website http://www.recycledrotts.org/wp/?page_id=150 for the rescue location (Recycled Rotts is located in the far west suburbs of Chicago IL), placement policies/fee, placement area and the link to our online application. NOTE: We make calls to prospective adopters from our personal phones and always leave a message. If you do not answer numbers you don’t recognize, please check your messages

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Dog shelters and rescues in Oswego, Illinois

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Recycled Rotts Inc

PO Box 1082, Oswego, IL 60543

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A Journey Home Dog Rescue DUPE

318 Barnaby Dr., Oswego, IL 60543

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Help Save Pets - Oswego

1280 Route 34, at the corner of Route 34 and Ogden Falls Dr., Oswego, IL 60543

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Just Giant Rescue Inc - Illinois Chapter

PO Box 358, Oswego, IL 60543

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Kendall County Pet H.A.V.E.N.

88 Riverwood Drive, Oswego, IL 60543

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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A Journey Home Dog Rescue

318 Barnaby Drive, Oswego, IL 60543

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Rescued Rascals

Montgomery, IL 60538

Pet Types: dogs

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Wags 2 Wishes Animal Rescue

23907 W INDUSTRIAL DR N, Plainfield, IL 60585

Pet Types: dogs

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Treasured Animal Rescue, Inc

909 Greenview Drive, aurora, IL 60505

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Jellystone Bark's Rescue Rangers

Yorkville, IL 60560

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