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American Pit Bull Terrier puppies and dogs in Rockford, Illinois

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Raven

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 4 yrs 6 mos
Rockford, IL
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Raven! This pretty girl is a 3 year old Pitbull mix. She was adopted from here as a puppy but sadly, she was returned recently for not getting along with the cat in the home. Raven is the happiest girl! She is content and happy no matter what she is doing. Whether she is snuggled up in her bed with her favorite toy or playing in the play yard, she is always happy. She also loves to share her toys and will bring it to you. Raven is well mannered but needs to work on her jumping a little bit. She also keeps her kennel very clean. We are unsure how she is with other dogs but all dogs in the home will need to be present to meet her. She can’t be in a home with cats. Raven will be available for adoption tomorrow at 12pm and is eager to meet you. Please visit noahsarkanimals.org to review all adoption requirements and submit an applicationTo apply to adopt a dog from Noah's Ark in Rockford, IL, please visit noahsarkanimals.org.
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Daksha

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 7 yrs 2 mos
Rockford, IL
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
needs to return because "kids don't want to take care of him" -BP 10/22/24To apply to adopt a dog from Noah's Ark in Rockford, IL, please visit noahsarkanimals.org.
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Sapphire

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, Puppy
Rockford, IL
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Sapphire is a very energetic dog who needs a card or someone who can keep up with her high energy. Her birthday is April 5 and she has not turned one yet. I bought my dog from a friend’s sibling and have had her since 8 weeks old.

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Aspen Boy

Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 9 mos
Poplar Grove, 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,
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Name: Aspen BoyBreed: Pittie MixDOB: 5/21/24Good with kids: YESGood with dogs: YESGood with cats: YESFoster location: Fitchburg, WIAdoption fee: $325Fun Bio: Hi, I’m Aspen! I am a lively 8 month old puppy and I'm still learning a lot about the world but I'm picking up on things quickly! I'm mostly potty trained but you may want to expect some accidents as I transition into your home. My foster parents put bells on the back door so I can politely tell them I need to go out but I haven't mastered them just yet. Due to my past living with an aggressive dog, I have learned to resource guard my favorite person (not food or toys) but my foster mom believes I can be trained out of this behavior because I'm so smart and sweet otherwise. We highly recommend a home with no dogs or only one other dog but they should stay mostly separated or highly supervised until my resource guarding is under control. I've never met a cat before. I really love to play fetch (but will eventually destroy the tennis ball). I get super wiggly and love to bounce around when I want something. When it's time to settle down I'm a master at cuddling and I'm very good in a crate at night.  If interested in a pet from us please fill out the adoption application that is located on our website.  We process applications in the order in which they are received.  We will likely not respond to interest emails regarding puppies and/or kittens, we get so many "interest" emails that we simply do not have the time to respond to each one.  We always recommend crate training, positive reinforcement training, exercise, playtime, and a regular schedule for potty breaks when bringing a new dog/puppy into your home. Adjustment takes time for both you and your new family member, so remember to be patient and enjoy this new and exciting time!Included in the adoption fee are age appropriate vaccinations, heartworm testing, deworming, spay or neuter surgery, and microchip. ##2294550##
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Laika

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, Young
Byron, IL
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Laika is a sweet but nervous girl. She’s in need of someone to help build her confidence. She is very active and playful, loves to cuddle and give kisses. She has been around cats, rabbits, and other dogs. She’s great with smaller dogs but she’s nervous around larger dogs, though she will warm up. She is nervous meeting new people, especially men and loud children. She has never snapped, lunged, or bitten anyone. She displays her anxiety with tail tucking and barking. She is both pad trained and outdoor trained, walks well on a leash, knows basic commands, but can be rambunctious as she’s still young. I recommend no small children in the home as she is a jumper.
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Leroy

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 1 yr 9 mos
Freeport, IL
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
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ARNEY

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 2 yrs 2 mos
Crystal Lake, IL
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
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LOU LOU

Pit Bull Terrier

Female, Adult
GIlberts, IL
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Meet Lou Lou, My foster mom says that I am the sweetest little lady! She says I’m a bitty pittie and very well behaved. I LOVE to fetch! If I don’t have a ball to chase I am very good at finding sticks in the yard to bring to my foster mom to throw for me! I have never had my own yard so I like to run around in the yard and lounge in the grass with my ball or a good stick! We go on a walk every day and I like to take a toy along for the adventure! I get along well with my foster pit siblings but am sometimes protective of my toys (I have never had any of my own before so I am learning how to share). I haven’t spent much time around cats so I don’t know how I will react to a cat! I am kennel trained, know how to sit, am learning how to stay, and practicing other tricks too! I wish someone would adopt me because I am the very best friend anyone can ask for! Good with people, good with most dogs! Apply at projecthopearf.org Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.February 25, 2025, 9:48 pm
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Angelina AKA-Angel

Pit Bull Terrier

Female, Adult
GIlberts, IL
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Meet Angelina AKA Angel, This sweet girl came in off death row pregnant. Her sweet babies, the A litter, have all gone on to find great homes but poor Angel still sits in her kennel. She is around 2 years old and a Pittie mix! Angelina is an attention seeker! She wants attention and loving and any toy she can get her paws on! You will most always will walk away with Angelina slobber on you because she loves to smother you with kisses! Good with people. Good with walking on a leash! Someone give this girl a chance at a life outside shelters! Apply to foster or adopt at projecthopearf.org Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.February 25, 2025, 8:43 pm

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1.9 miles

Noah's Ark Animal Sanctuary, Inc.

111 N First St, Rockford, IL 61107

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12.5 miles

A Little R&R Animal Sanctuary - Poplar Grove

Poplar Grove, IL 61065

Pet Types: cats, dogs, small animals

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31.7 miles

Friends Forever Humane Society

966 Rudy Road, Freeport, IL 61032

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35.3 miles

McHenry County Animal Control

100 N. Virginia Street, Crystal Lake, IL 60014

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

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35.3 miles

Project Hope Animal Rescue Foundation

141 e higgins rd, GIlberts, IL 60136

Pet Types: dogs

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36.1 miles

Bark of an Angel Dog Rescue,Inc.

Algonquin, IL 60102

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37.3 miles

Safe Haven Dog Rescue

PO Box 604, Elburn, IL 60119

Pet Types: dogs

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38.1 miles

Tails of the Forgotten Paws Inc

East Dundee, IL 60118

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38.5 miles

Kat And Kritters Foundation

109 W Lincoln Ave, Hinckley, IL 60520

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

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38.5 miles

Lakeland Animal Shelter

PO Box 1000, 3615 State Road 67, Elkhorn, WI 53121

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, horses, rabbits, small animals

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