American Pit Bull Terrier Adoption in Peoria, IL: American Pit Bull Terrier Puppies for Sale in Peoria, IL

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MOLLY

American Pit Bull Terrier German Shepherd Dog

Female, 1 yr 1 mo

Peoria, IL

Size

(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)

Details

Spayed or Neutered,

Story

Hi there. I`m Molly! I was recently returned to PCAPS and searching for a new home. My previous family says that I did good with other dogs and kids. I loved to sleep with my humans at night. I tend to chew things up when my family is away so make sure to put up those shoes and other stuff if I`m left out! I also need some work with my potty training!

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PENELOPE

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 4 yrs

Peoria, IL

Size

(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)

Details

Story

Penelope is a sweet and gentle soul. She is new to the shelter so we are excited to get know her. She loves to hang out with her humans.

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MELODY

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 10 mos

Peoria, IL

Size

(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)

Details

Story

Melody is a little shy at first. She is still learning what the world is all about! We know when she becomes comfortable she will flourish! We are so excited to learn more about this sweet girl!

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SEASHELL

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 8 mos

Peoria, IL

Size

(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)

Details

Story

Seashell is such a sweet girl! She is enjoying getting to know people and dogs. She is learning what a leash is. We think with lots of postiive reinforcement and treats, this girl can pick up on any cues!

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WAVE

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 11 mos

Peoria, IL

Size

(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)

Details

Story

Wave is new to PCAPS and what a cutie! He is doing great with humans and the other dogs he`s meeting. He would love some positive reinforcement to continue to learn about manners, leashes, and more!

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MARSHA

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 4 yrs

Peoria, IL

Size

(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)

Details

Story

Marsha Marsha Marsha!!! What a gal. She is silly and sweet. She has done well with the dogs she has met at the shelter. She hasn`t met kids or cats just yet. She needs to work on her leash skills and she will counter surf if you leave goodies out! She can`t help it, she loves a good treat!

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Athos

American Pit Bull Terrier German Shepherd Dog

Male, Young

Pekin, IL

Size

(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)

Details

Spayed or Neutered,

Story

Athos needs a special champion. He was born here at the shelter a little over 2 years ago and has been adopted and returned twice since then. Each experience carries its scars and unfortunately, Athos's scars will take commitment to overcome. There are many things that make him good, lovable, and even ideal in many ways: he rides well in the car, loves to play ball with people, doesn't beg for human food or get on the furniture without permission. He listens well on walks, even when he notices a squirrel he'd probably like to chase. He likes to people watch out the window and gives kisses when he's feeling cuddly and affectionate. However, something has happened to Athos that prompts him to react true to the expectations of his breed when triggered, and he will need the work of a strong handler who understands the Belgian Malinois makeup. They are instinctively protective and benefit highly from early socialization, and it is evident that Athos did not receive that. Athos has completed a board and train program with a trainer specialized in his breed, but that doesn't override his instincts in the moment when he is startled. For example, Athos has fallen asleep comfortably on the couch with a trusted person, only to be startled awake when an unexpected family member entered the room. Hackles were up, teeth were shown, and growls were heard as his instinct told him he was protecting his person from an intruder. Once he realized he recognized the visitor, he was fine and calmed down but it is in those moments Athos can be menacing. People with hoods up (like sweatshirts or coats) spark the same kind of fearful reaction. Because of his lineage, combined with the unsteadiness of a life in and out of the shelter system, Athos will only be considered for adult-only homes with a history of dog experience, preferably with the Malinois or GSD breed. He is gorgeous, smart, and affectionate with the people he knows, so the person with the right experience who can help him work through his reactions when startled will have an amazing dog for life. If you are interested in Athos and would qualify, please give us a call and a manager will discuss him with you further. Athos/Male/2yrs. 3 mo./Belgian Malinois and American Pit Bull Terrier Basic Commands: "Heel," "sit," "stay," "come," "drop"Cat introduction in a controlled environment: former adopter states good with catsGood with dogs? Eligible for dog introductions. Has had an exuberant and sometimes vocal play style. Adoption Fee: $ 100Estimated Date of Birth: 12/31/21Intake Reason: ReturnAnimal will be spayed and up to date on vaccines, and microchipped prior to adoption. If their kennel card on display at TAPS shelter facility is marked as unaltered, the animal will be altered prior to being released for adoption. Animal stage may change from time to time based on surgery and medical status. TAPS strives to keep kennel cards as up to date as possible with current information but from time to time, information may change and a new kennel card may be pending. Full and current vaccination schedule and medical records along with any behavioral disclosures will be provided at time of adoption.

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Moodonna

American Pit Bull Terrier Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, Young

Pekin, IL

Size

(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)

Details

Not good with kids, Not good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,

Story

Moodonna is really enjoying her time in her foster home, but this sweet girl is ready to be adopted!Moo's foster mom says: "Her favorite things to do are to creep on the neighbors, watch the neighborhood critters, or pass out on the hot concrete.As far as the outdoors goes, we have her on a tether whether she is in the front or back yard. I'm a helicopter pup parent so I'm always out with her. She very quickly learned that when I say "careful" she is close to the end of her tether so she can slow down.Moo gets so excited she jumps on people impulsively still, but listens as soon as you say "off". She gets the zoomies often some days, especially when she is seeing the boys or my partner after they've been gone/busy for a few days.When she is inside, no potty accidents, no getting into things she isn't supposed to. After slowly testing her, we now are more than comfortable with leaving her to roam the house freely when we are out. Moo prefers the days where I work from home or my partner is working on the truck outside.You guys must have done some amazing work with this girl! Thank you!Moodonna is 5-years-old and weighs 48 lbs!Adoption Fee: $100Estimated Date of Birth: 12/1/18Intake Reason: Transferred in from animal control with mom and littermatesAnimal will be spayed and up to date on vaccines, and microchipped prior to adoption. If their kennel card on display at TAPS shelter facility is marked as unaltered, the animal will be altered prior to being released for adoption. Animal stage may change from time to time based on surgery and medical status. TAPS strives to keep kennel cards as up to date as possible with current information but from time to time, information may change and a new kennel card may be pending. Full and current vaccination schedule and medical records along with any behavioral disclosures will be provided at time of adoption.

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Bailey

American Pit Bull Terrier Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, Adult

Pekin, IL

Size

(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)

Details

Spayed or Neutered,

Story

Bailey carries the emotional and physical scars of a hard past. She is learning to trust our staff and volunteers; however, there are still a few men that she still will not allow to freely be in her space. She also has not learned to trust hands in her neck region to clip/unclip leashes so will need patience and work in this area. She has been on a few outings and rides well in a car. She seemed non-reactive to cats in a controlled environment but definite slow intros will be necessary. We have not done direct dog to dog intros but she seems non-reactive to other dogs in the kennel environment. The biggest obstacle to adoption for Bailey is building trust with a human so you can safely handle her if she would get in a tussle with the dog or cat. While she currently has no bite record, and does a great job of giving signals for when she is being pushed beyond her comfort level, we do believe that she will bite if someone doesn't read her cues so it is very important that an adopter understands that they have to go at her pace. Leash Manners: excellent, heals and sit heals Basic Commands: sit, down, heal, drop, stay, recall. Rides great in the car and waits if you go in some place. Cat introduction in a controlled environment: no reaction she is friendly toward them in controlled environment Good with dogs? Eligible for dog intros has played with other dogs here does not like some dogs Special Notes : does not like leash clipped on and can be touchy about using a slip lead in and out of her kennel (reactive with slip lead only in her indoor kennel) Adoption Fee: $100Estimated Date of Birth: UnknownIntake Reason: Transfer from another shelter, at risk of euthanasia at time of transferAnimal will be spayed and up to date on vaccines, and microchipped prior to adoption. If their kennel card on display at TAPS shelter facility is marked as unaltered, the animal will be altered prior to being released for adoption. Animal stage may change from time to time based on surgery and medical status. TAPS strives to keep kennel cards as up to date as possible with current information but from time to time, information may change and a new kennel card may be pending. Full and current vaccination schedule and medical records along with any behavioral disclosures will be provided at time of adoption.

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Tombstone

American Pit Bull Terrier Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, Adult

Pekin, IL

Size

(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)

Details

Spayed or Neutered,

Story

Tombstone was found running at large in a Peoria cemetery. She completed stray hold at Peoria County Animal Protective Services and no one came to reclaim this beauty. She appears to have some basic manners so it appears at one time, she was well loved and she is well loved again here at TAPS while she waits for her forever family. Tombstone knows sit, shake, and drop, she is fairly good on leash once away from the kennel area. She will help you with yard work picking up all the sticks. She loves sticks, she will drop them nicely when asked. She as very sweet and loving both treat and attention motivated. Was cat tested in controlled environment, was very curious of them. She weighs 50 pounds Leash Manners: does well on leash can pull when she gets excited to see one of her dog friends. Basic Commands: Sit, drop, come Cat introduction in a controlled environment: Fairly focused on them I would do slow intro at home today she was not focused on them at all she looked at them but walked away Good with dogs? Has been in play groups Has a very rough and tumble play style. Special NotesAdoption Fee: $100Estimated Date of Birth: 3/8/22Intake Reason: Transferred from Peoria County Animal Protective Services, original intake reason is strayAnimal will be spayed and up to date on vaccines, and microchipped prior to adoption. If their kennel card on display at TAPS shelter facility is marked as unaltered, the animal will be altered prior to being released for adoption. Animal stage may change from time to time based on surgery and medical status. TAPS strives to keep kennel cards as up to date as possible with current information but from time to time, information may change and a new kennel card may be pending. Full and current vaccination schedule and medical records along with any behavioral disclosures will be provided at time of adoption.

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Howard Cosell

American Pit Bull Terrier Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, Adult

Pekin, IL

Size

(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)

Details

Not good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,

Story

What a sweet, friendly and cute boy! Howard is new to us and is quickly become a staff and volunteer favorite because he is so sweet and cute. It does not appear he has had much training so adopters should be prepared to train him. He is such a loving dog adopters will have a great time teaching him his cues. He really is a character, unlike his name sake this Howard Cosell will cause your cheeks to hurt from smiling at his antics Leash Manners: does not pull zig zags needs training Basic Commands: does not appear to have any training Cat introduction in a controlled environment: No cats Good with dogs? Eligible for a dog intro Special NotesAdoption Fee: $ 100Estimated Date of Birth: UnknownIntake Reason: Transfer from Tazewell County Animal Control Animal will be spayed and up to date on vaccines, and microchipped prior to adoption. If their kennel card on display at TAPS shelter facility is marked as unaltered, the animal will be altered prior to being released for adoption. Animal stage may change from time to time based on surgery and medical status. TAPS strives to keep kennel cards as up to date as possible with current information but from time to time, information may change and a new kennel card may be pending. Full and current vaccination schedule and medical records along with any behavioral disclosures will be provided at time of adoption.

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Chili Dog

American Pit Bull Terrier Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, Adult

Pekin, IL

Size

(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)

Details

Spayed or Neutered,

Story

The best dog- Chili Dog- is still looking for his humans. He continues to be a strong contender for shelter/volunteer fave... ok, that might be biased....???????... but seriously, this boy is incredibly fun, happy, playful and loving. He's really the full package of a dog who loves people and loves to play with other dogs. He's great at the shelter and when he's off-site. I was his handler at a recent corporate event at ATS (my old stomping grounds) and he was a total gentleman and beloved by all who scratched his ears and booped his nose. You definitely want to meet this handsome one-year old! Apply at tapsshelter.orgAdoption Fee: $ 100Estimated Date of Birth: UnknownIntake Reason: Transfer from Tazewell County Animal ControlAnimal will be spayed and up to date on vaccines, and microchipped prior to adoption. If their kennel card on display at TAPS shelter facility is marked as unaltered, the animal will be altered prior to being released for adoption. Animal stage may change from time to time based on surgery and medical status. TAPS strives to keep kennel cards as up to date as possible with current information but from time to time, information may change and a new kennel card may be pending. Full and current vaccination schedule and medical records along with any behavioral disclosures will be provided at time of adoption.

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