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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Pekin, 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 Lupin's adoption status with email updates.
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Lupin

Husky

Male, Young
Creve Coeur, IL
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 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
We are rehoming him bc we are now expecting & do not want to take the risk as he has shown aggression towards babies. We have had him for 3 years and he does fine with older children. We are not willing to adopt him to a family with children under the age of 10. Born March 2021. Around 50lbs. Up to date on all vaccines. On monthly heartworm & flea/tick prevention. Require a grain-free diet. He loves being outside! He enjoys the water and hiking trails. He is a super playful and a very good dog. He would not do well in a home with any small pets. He has been the only pet weve had, so he is used to being the only dog. Is house trained. Knows basic commands- sit, down, come, shake, stay, off. Crated when we have company, but not at night or when we leave. He does not like being groomed. We will give everything we have for him to his new home. Crate, bed, bowls, leashes, long line, harness, toys, treats.
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Sossa

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, Young
Peoria, IL
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs,
Story
He is one year old, his birthday is November 27,2023. He is one of the most amazing dogs I’ve owned I just lost my job and couldn’t afford his food anymore. I kept him until his last bowl of food, he is currently at the Peoria pound please just go save him. I cried the whole time taking him there please just give him one the best homes, by just getting him out of there.
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Tilly

Border Collie St. Bernard

Female, 1 yr 3 mos
Peoria, IL
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Tilly is mesmerizing with her icy blue eyes. This beautiful girl is just 15 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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Nala

Labrador Retriever German Shepherd Dog

Female, 2 yrs 8 mos
Peoria, IL
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Nala is a 2 1/2 year old lab/shepherd mix. She is a 50 pound girl who is great with all size dogs and just wants to play but is not hyper. Nala likes to be outside and is fast as she lopes around the fenced yard. Nala is potty trained and crate trained. She does great with all people. Nala has good house manners and is very obedient. Dad is a registered GSD, mom is a lab mix. Nala is spayed, microchipped, heartworm tested negative, current on vaccines and flea/tick/heartworm prevention. Her adoption fee is only $300.00. Please apply at gfrpets.org/apply/adoptdog/ ##1462893##
We'll also keep you updated on Mickey's adoption status with email updates.
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Mickey

Chihuahua Shiba Inu

Male, 2 yrs 4 mos
Peoria, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Mickey is a nice size dog weighing in at 20 pounds. He is a total lap dog and loves to give kisses. He is 2 years old, our best guess for breed is shiba inu mix, his curly tail is adorable. He loves to play with other dogs but would make a great only dog too. He is a sturdy dog and very confident. Mickey would make a great agility dog as he may be part mountain goat, jk. He loves car rides and is always ready for an adventure. He has not been around young children, but definitely cannot be with cats. He is potty trained, crates well, and walks good on a leash. Mickey is a character and would be a good fit in most homes. Mickey's $300 adoption fee includes his neuter, vaccines, heartworm test and prevention, flea/tick prevention, and microchip registration. Please apply at gfrpets.org/apply/adoptdog/ ##2155344##
We'll also keep you updated on Celica's adoption status with email updates.
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Celica

Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 2 yrs 3 mos
Peoria, IL
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Hi, I,m Celica! I’m a sweet girl who loves attention and a lap to lay in. I am a happy 2 year old pit bull who is house trained and crate trained. I walk well on a leash and need to be on a tie out as I can climb chain link fences. I am very sweet and do well with listening and recall. I do well with the 3 and 1.5 year old human kids, cats is unknown. I am learning commands and some house manners, but I am very food motivated and eager to please. I love being with my humans and going for car rides!  Celica's adoption fee is $300. She is spayed, current on vaccines, microchipped with registration, heartworm tested negative and on flea/tick/heartworm prevention. If interested please apply at gfrpets.org/apply/adoptdog/ ##2184599##

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

100 TAPS Lane, Pekin, IL 61554

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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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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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