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Puppies and dogs in Chester, Illinois

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Chester, Illinois. To learn more about each adoptable dog, click on the "i" icon for fast facts, or their photo or name for full details.
We'll also keep you updated on Teddy's adoption status with email updates.
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Teddy

Labrador Retriever

Male, Young
Sparta, IL
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website. I want A "FUR"ever" HOME!  Read the FULL Bio to see where I am located and contact info:    2024001 Check out this Teddy Bear. Teddy as we call him since he looks like a little black bear cub, came to us from a local animal control.  His owners just left him behind. Well, RCHS didn't leave him behind.  Teddy is around 1 year old.  He weighs 44lbs and is a black lab mix.  He loves other dogs, tested ok with cats, but will need training to teach about playing too rough, and better with older children since he still jumps.  He knows some basic commands. Teddy is still puppy so he does still mouth when playing.  He just needs some time, training and love.  Please help us find him a home.  Teddy's adoption fee has been sponsored! Please get your application in today! Let's get this boy a family.  He has waiting for someone to play with. Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet. All ADOPTERS  MUST PLEASE..... ALL Pre-Adopt must be filled out FIRST and  COMPLEATLY to be considered.  ****  Any Incomplete Pre-Adopts will not be considered,  We are Volunteers and our time is very important to us also and we cannot waist it on  incomplete adoption applications.  Please be respectful and sensitive to our time we give to these animals and our mission to save lives. Adoption fees, homechecks, and references are required. ALL of us  at RCHS work very hard to save these precious lives, and our only pay we get as volunteers, is a GOOD HOME LIFE for them, we all are volunteers, so please be patient and considerate of our time and responses. DONATIONS is how we feed and care for them so anything is welcome and or can be made thru PAYPAL Donate Button. Our website is www.randolphhumane.rescuegroups.org or can be mailed to: P.O. Box 59 Sparta, IL 62286 (Phone: 618-443-3363) Please leave message if no answer, we will get back with you as soon as we can. July 12, 2024, 6:17 pm
We'll also keep you updated on Shadow's adoption status with email updates.
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Shadow

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Male, Young
Sparta, IL
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website. I want A "FUR"ever" HOME!  Read the FULL Bio to see where I am located and contact info:    2024047  Here is our little Shadow.  Shadow is a Terrier mix around 1 year old, weighing 23lbs.  He is a fun loving guy who loves attention.  He does get along with other dogs, and unsure about cats.  Shadow came from a hoarding situation where there were over 50 dogs so he is learning basic commands.  He will be your best buddy if you give him a chance.  Please help us find him a home!Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet. All ADOPTERS  MUST PLEASE..... ALL Pre-Adopt must be filled out FIRST and  COMPLEATLY to be considered.  ****  Any Incomplete Pre-Adopts will not be considered,  We are Volunteers and our time is very important to us also and we cannot waist it on  incomplete adoption applications.  Please be respectful and sensitive to our time we give to these animals and our mission to save lives. Adoption fees, homechecks, and references are required. ALL of us  at RCHS work very hard to save these precious lives, and our only pay we get as volunteers, is a GOOD HOME LIFE for them, we all are volunteers, so please be patient and considerate of our time and responses. DONATIONS is how we feed and care for them so anything is welcome and or can be made thru PAYPAL Donate Button. Our website is www.randolphhumane.rescuegroups.org or can be mailed to: P.O. Box 59 Sparta, IL 62286 (Phone: 618-443-3363) Please leave message if no answer, we will get back with you as soon as we can. July 12, 2024, 6:17 pm
We'll also keep you updated on Joey's adoption status with email updates.
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Joey

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Male, Adult
Sparta, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website. I want A "FUR"ever" HOME!  Read the FULL Bio to see where I am located and contact info:    2024044  Say hello to our boy Joey.  Joey is roughly 2 to 3 years old.  He is a Terrier mix weighing 11lbs.  Joey came in with 5 other dogs who all were in bad condition.   They all had multiple wounds, very under weight, covered in their own feces and very scared. Now after just a couple of weeks, they have all gained weight and look & feel so much better.  Joey is a sweet boy who is looking for someone who will be patient as he adjusts.  He gets along with most other dogs but like some small dogs, he can have the little dog syndrome. We are unsure about cats, even though there was a cat in the household.   For children, older more considerate children would be best due to his size and what he has been through.  Please help us find Joey a home.  He would love to be spoiled.Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet. All ADOPTERS  MUST PLEASE..... ALL Pre-Adopt must be filled out FIRST and  COMPLEATLY to be considered.  ****  Any Incomplete Pre-Adopts will not be considered,  We are Volunteers and our time is very important to us also and we cannot waist it on  incomplete adoption applications.  Please be respectful and sensitive to our time we give to these animals and our mission to save lives. Adoption fees, homechecks, and references are required. ALL of us  at RCHS work very hard to save these precious lives, and our only pay we get as volunteers, is a GOOD HOME LIFE for them, we all are volunteers, so please be patient and considerate of our time and responses. DONATIONS is how we feed and care for them so anything is welcome and or can be made thru PAYPAL Donate Button. Our website is www.randolphhumane.rescuegroups.org or can be mailed to: P.O. Box 59 Sparta, IL 62286 (Phone: 618-443-3363) Please leave message if no answer, we will get back with you as soon as we can. July 8, 2024, 6:58 pm
We'll also keep you updated on Donna's adoption status with email updates.
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Donna

French Bulldog

Female, Adult
Sparta, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website. I want A "FUR"ever" HOME!  Read the FULL Bio to see where I am located and contact info:    2024057 Who wants some Frenchie love?  Meet our girl Donna.  Donna is an 7 year old, 21 pound French Bulldog.  She has the cutest face and will lick you all over.  She is a retired breeder so she is a little saggy around the mid section (she doesn't have her hour glass figure anymore) But don't let that stop you, she doesn't.  Donna is good with other dogs, and loves all people.  She wants to find a home where she will get tons of attention and be spoiled.  Donna deserves that.  Please help us find her a home.Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet. All ADOPTERS  MUST PLEASE..... ALL Pre-Adopt must be filled out FIRST and  COMPLEATLY to be considered.  ****  Any Incomplete Pre-Adopts will not be considered,  We are Volunteers and our time is very important to us also and we cannot waist it on  incomplete adoption applications.  Please be respectful and sensitive to our time we give to these animals and our mission to save lives. Adoption fees, homechecks, and references are required. ALL of us  at RCHS work very hard to save these precious lives, and our only pay we get as volunteers, is a GOOD HOME LIFE for them, we all are volunteers, so please be patient and considerate of our time and responses. DONATIONS is how we feed and care for them so anything is welcome and or can be made thru PAYPAL Donate Button. Our website is www.randolphhumane.rescuegroups.org or can be mailed to: P.O. Box 59 Sparta, IL 62286 (Phone: 618-443-3363) Please leave message if no answer, we will get back with you as soon as we can. July 12, 2024, 6:17 pm
We'll also keep you updated on Oakley's adoption status with email updates.
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Oakley

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 4 yrs 9 mos
Murphysboro, IL
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Oakley is currently in our 12-week training program at USP Marion where he will learn all of his basic commands and more.Please visit: Https://www.stfrancis-care.org/adopt for adoption information including the adoption application
We'll also keep you updated on Gentry's adoption status with email updates.
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Gentry

Hound (Unknown Type)

Male, 1 yr 1 mo
Murphysboro, IL
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Gentry graduated the 12-week training program at USP Marion in May. He knows all of his basic commands and some tricks. Gentry is crate trained and very well mannered. Gentry is a little on the shy side when he first meets someone but once he warms up, he is the sweetest. If you are interested in adopting Gentry, please apply at www.stfrancis-care.org/adopt.Gentry attended a fun event with us at Big Muddy Brewing. At this event, Amber's Peace Love & Paws donated a gift certificate for 6 free baths and nail trims for Gentry's adopter to use.Please visit: Https://www.stfrancis-care.org/adopt for adoption information including the adoption application

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Rough Road Rescue, Inc.

9126 S. Hwy. 51, Perryville, MO 63775

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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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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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Bishop's Small Dog Rescue, Inc. NFP

4118 Waterloo Rd., Waterloo, IL 62298

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Adopt Today!

Farmington, MO 63640

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Love A Dog Rescue and Sanctuary

2611 Hwy Oo, Farmingtoon, MO 63640

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