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Puppies and dogs in Sparta, Illinois

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Sparta, 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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Xanthippe

American Pit Bull Terrier Labrador Retriever

Female, Adult
New Memphis, IL
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained,
Story
Xan was given to me by a roommate who’s brother was admitted to the hospital, unfortunately I am not able to care for her as I am low income and dealing with other life issues that prevent me from spending the money and time she deserves. She is. Wry loyal and such a good girl but she is not good with other dogs so she needs a home where she is the only dog.
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Yeti

Rat Terrier

Female, 4 yrs 10 mos
Waterloo, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Little Yeti came to us via another rescue as she and her sis Cherry were terrified in their facility as they have a lot of big dogs and they bark alot. Yeti is the more outgoing of the two girls that originally came out of a hoarding case in Texas we are told. She does take a bit to warm up and wants you to think she is a nipper. She has not bitten anyone but will act like she wants to. Because of my years of loving on small dogs that have never known love I can tell you she isn't mean. Just very insecure. She is the first to me after a few weeks here and loves to give kisses and have me hold her. This kid will need a very secure fenced in yard and someone that understands she will take a few days to warm up. She just needs to learn you mean her no harm and are there souly to give all the loves and all the treats. ##2186548##
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Max

Hound (Unknown Type) Rat Terrier

Male, 3 yrs 4 mos
Waterloo, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Max is a great size boy that has tons of energy and springs for legs. We suggest a home with no small kids and no cats for him as he REALLY wants to chase them and has tried to here. He is around 3 yrs young and would love a family to call his own. ##1668794##
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Benjamin

Corgi Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Male, 12 yrs 2 mos
Waterloo, IL
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, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Poor Bennie. He has been adopted out twice now....neither return his fault, just life circumstances.He is now a senior seeking a quiet loving home for the rest of his life. Are you the one? First adoption was as a 12 week old puppy, then returned at 2 years of age and adopted out until Fall of 2023 :'( Neither his fault.      ##130742##
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Prince

Chihuahua

Male, 3 mos
Waterloo, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Little Prince was found outside in a dog house with his brother Michael Jackson 2/14/2025. This was a hoarding case of over 30 dogs all under 20 lbs that lived their entire lives outside. These two little ones would not have made it the week if we had not found them when we did. Little Prince has no recollection of his life prior to arriving and is a sweet as he is cute. He is the smaller of the two boys and the more outgoing one. Are you his perfect family? ##2404411##
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Michael Jackson

Chihuahua

Male, 3 mos
Waterloo, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Little Michael Jackson was found outside in a dog house with his brother Prince 2/14/2025. This was a hoarding case of over 30 dogs all under 20 lbs that lived their entire lives outside. These two little ones would not have made it the week if we had not found them when we did. Little Michael has no recollection of his life prior to arriving and is a sweet as he is cute. He is the larger long haired of the two boys and the more snuggly one. Are you his perfect family? ##2404412##

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Randolph County Humane Society

414 W. Belmont, Sparta, IL 62286

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Gunner's Run Rescue

Ruma, IL 62278

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United Yorkie Rescue - IL- Ava

Ava, IL 62907

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Bishop's Small Dog Rescue, Inc. NFP

4118 Waterloo Rd., Waterloo, IL 62298

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Washington County IL Animal Control

17990 Richview Road, Nashville, IL 62263

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Animal Rescue of Southern Illinois

24459 State Route 177, Nashville, IL 62263

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Perry County Humane Society

8365 State Route 14, DuQuoin, IL 62832

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Rough Road Rescue, Inc.

9126 S. Hwy. 51, Perryville, MO 63775

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Belleville Area Humane Society

1301 S. 11th St., Belleville, IL 62223

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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St. Clair County Animal Adoption Center

1250 South 11th Street, PO BOX 506, Belleville, IL 62226

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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