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Famoso

Doberman Pinscher Mixed Breed (Large)

Male, Adult
Peoria, IL
Size
(when grown) X-Large 101 lbs (46 kg) or more
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained,
Story
This is Famoso or Fam as we call him. He is a big lover boy obsessed with the people he loves. I “adopted” him when he was almost 4 years old now 5 from a woman who had just lost her husband and fam was his dog. The woman did have a very young daughter he grew up with. I do not have kids but have very young siblings that he is perfectly fine around. He is good with female dogs not really sure about other males. Never been around cats at least while he has been with me. I am struggling health wise and money wise and do not give him the attention or things he needs. He is a very good boy just needs a little obedience training. Can have a few accidents in the house overnight but other than that he we bark or cry in front of you if he needs to go out! He has never been a chewer and is pretty good about being left out. Fenced in yard is a plus but he’s more of a couch potato. Adopter MUST get him fixed. He was used for breeding by previous owner. If you are interested please reach out!

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Bote

Labrador Retriever

Male, Young
Mapleton, IL
Size
(when grown) X-Large 101 lbs (46 kg) or more
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Bote – Looking for a Loving, Active Home! Bote is a wonderful dog who deserves more time and attention than we can give right now. He’s a young Yellow Lab with a great heart and a lot of potential. When we first brought him home, my wife was a stay-at-home mom and had plenty of time to spend with him. Recently, she returned to work, and unfortunately, Bote is now spending long hours in a kennel each day. Bote loves people and would thrive in a home where someone is around more often — whether that’s a family, a work-from-home household, or someone who simply has more time for walks, play, and companionship. He’s house-trained, crate-trained, and has completed basic obedience training. He’s energetic, affectionate, and smart, but he needs a home where he can get the daily interaction and activity he deserves. This is a very hard decision for us, but we believe Bote deserves the chance to be with a family that can give him the time, exercise, and love he needs.

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Jensen

Great Pyrenees Shepherd (Unknown Type)

Male, Adult
Morton, IL
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Not good with kids, Not good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Jensen is 6 years old and needing a new home due that we are relocating to another state and unable to take him with us.

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Lucky

Beagle Husky

Female, 6 mos
Peoria, IL
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Lucky is a beautiful 6 month old beagle/husky/cattle dog/great pyrenees/golden retriever mix per DNA results. She is the sweetest puppy! She is very gentle and loves attention. She also enjoys watching TV with you! She is well trained and knows sit, down, heel, come and kennel. She will put herself in her kennel when told. She listens better than a child! She currently weighs 30lbs and is expected to be 50-60lbs fully grown. She is making good progress with potty training. She does well with other dogs (she's a follower), cats (ignores them), and children. She will do best with children who are old enough to understand that she prefers space when eating. She has a history of gaurding her food bowl. She has worked with a professional and has shown huge improvement in this area. Lucky is a Gem of a pup! Super sweet, loving, and trained! Any family would be lucky to call Lucky theirs! Lucky is spayed, microchipped, current on vaccines and flea/tick/heartworm prevention. Her adoption fee is just $300.00. Please apply at gfrpets.org/apply/adoptdog/ ##2208494##

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Tilly

Border Collie St. Bernard

Female, 1 yr 7 mos
Peoria, IL
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 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
Tilly is mesmerizing with her icy blue eyes. This beautiful girl is just 20 months old. She is very smart. She would be great learning one of the many dog sports. She consistantly "checks in" with her foster mom to see if anything is expected of her.  Tilly would thrive with an adopter who is "hands on". She is 1/3 border collie, but also has small amounts of siberian husky/saint bernard/boxer/labrador retriever per her DNA results. A quiet home without small children would be ideal for her. Tilly is dog selective and it is unknown how she is with cats. She is crate and potty trained. Tilly is spayed, microchipped, current on vaccines and flea/tick/heartworm prevention. Her adoption fee is only $300.00. Please apply at gfrpets.org/apply/adoptdog/ ##1880121##

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Swagger

Irish Wolfhound Mastiff

Male, 1 yr 4 mos
Peoria, IL
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Swagger!!!  How fitting is his name, just look at how tall, dark, and handsome this big brown eyed hunk is! Swagger is a 1.5 year old guy who is all puppy despite his XL size. He is listed as an Irish Woflhound mix, although this could be just a guess from the sending shelter. He is about 100 pounds currently and could gain a few pounds, as he is a little thin, and he may have a little bit of growing to do yet. Swagger is housebroken with doggie door access and sleeps great through the night. He does have a lot of energy and loves to play with all the resident dogs in his foster home. He also is very (almost overly) dog friendly. If another dog gives him a correction he will back off for a second but tries again to play. He will not engage or get defensive if another dog gives him a firm correction, he will cry and cower (even to small dogs).  He is a bit much for small children as he is unaware of his size, is quite exuberant when excited, and needs work on his manners. Swagger loves water and his doggie pool (one of his requests of his forever home please) . He would be the perfect playmate for another active dog(s) and an active family, couple, or single person. He will need basic obedience training, including nice leash walking, not jumping up, and good manners. He however has perfected the dog duty of soaking up loves and getting treats! Ready to add Swagger to your life? Please apply at gfrpets.org/apply. His adoption fee of $300 covers his neuter, microchip with registration, deworming, vaccines, and current monthly flea, tick, and heartworm preventions.  ##2384087##

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Dog shelters and rescues in Pekin, Illinois

There are animal shelters and rescues that focus specifically on finding great homes for dogs in Pekin, Illinois. Browse these rescues and shelters below.

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T.A.P.S. No-Kill Animal Shelter

100 TAPS Lane, Pekin, IL 61554

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Tazewell County Animal Control

21314 Ilinois Route 9, Box 158, Tremont, IL 61568

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

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TRAIN Team Rescuing Animals in Need

PO Box 3723, Peoria, IL 61612

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Dont Bully My Breed - Central Illinois

PO Box 5361, Peoria, IL 61601

Pet Types: dogs

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Foster Pet OutReach

P.O. Box 5084, Peoria, IL 61601

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Grafelman Farms

Peoria, IL 61604

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Australian Shepherd Rescue Midwest Inc. - IL Chapter

Washington, IL 61571

Pet Types: dogs

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Peoria County Animal Protection Services

2600 NE Perry Avenue, Peoria, IL 61603

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

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SAMS Stray Animal Midway Shelter

328 S Pinkerton Rd, Hanna City, IL 61536

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Humane Society of Fulton County

22988 IL Hwy 9, Canton, IL 61520

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Maltese Maltipoo Manchester Terrier Maremma Sheepdog Mastiff Miniature Bull Terrier Miniature Dachshund Miniature Pinscher Morkie Mountain Cur Munsterlander Mutt Neapolitan Mastiff Newfoundland Norfolk Terrier Norwegian Buhund Norwegian Elkhound Norwegian Lundehund Norwich Terrier Nova Scotia Duck-Tolling Retriever
Old English Sheepdog Olde English Bulldogge Otterhound Papillon Parson Russell Terrier Patterdale Terrier (Fell Terrier) Pekingese Pembroke Welsh Corgi Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Pharaoh Hound Pitsky Plott Hound Podengo Portugueso Pointer Polish Lowland Sheepdog Pomeranian Pomsky Poodle (Miniature) Poodle (Standard) Poodle (Toy or Tea Cup) Portuguese Water Dog Presa Canario Pug Puggle Puli Pumi
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Yorkie Poo Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier