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BELLA

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 3 yrs 4 mos

Ames, IA

Size

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

Details

Spayed or Neutered,

Story

My name is Bella and I am a gray & white pit bull. I am a spayed female and I am 3 years and 5 months old. I am here because I was given up by my owner on 01/09/2025 due to the fact they just didn`t have time for me. They were my family for 2 years. I am used to staying inside during the day and inside during the night. I am potty trained. I am a medium energy dog and I can live with an owner with no prior pet owning experience. The shelter staff is not sure if I am used to being crated during the day. The shelter staff are still learning how I walk on a leash. Any sort of training can help dogs bond with their owners. The shelter staff are assessing what kind of training program would be best for me - every dog is different! I do not have a history of trying to escape the home or yard, but the shelter staff always recommends owners be mindful that I do not accidentally get out a door or escape the yard. The staff are trying to figure out if I will need a fenced in yard or not. I can be good with men, women, and children. I can be good with other dogs and I cannot live with cats. *High prey drive with small pets/cats.*All dogs are tested for heartworms and given flea preventatives. They are also tested for intestinal parasites and receive routine dewormings. Dogs are vaccinated against distemper, rabies, and bordetella, spayed/neutered before adoption, and have a microchip. Adoption fees include the initial automated registration of the microchip at the time of adoption.

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BELLE

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 3 yrs 1 mo

Ames, IA

Size

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

Details

Story

My name is Belle and I am a black & white pit bull/mix. I am an intact female (I will be spayed before I am adopted) and I am 3 years and 1 month old. I was given up by my previous owners because they could not afford to take care of me. They were my family for 2 years. I am used to staying inside during the day and inside during the night. I am potty trained. I am a high energy dog and I can live with an owner with no prior pet owning experience. The shelter staff is not sure if I am used to being crated during the day. I am great about walking nicely on leash. I would do well with simple obedience training to help us bond and for us to learn how to communicate with each other. I do not have a history of trying to escape the home or yard, but the shelter staff always recommends owners be mindful that I do not accidentally get out a door or escape the yard. I would like a standard height fence to help keep me inside the yard. I can be good with men, women, and children. I can be good with other dogs, and staff are not sure how I do with cats.All dogs are tested for heartworms and given flea preventatives. They are also tested for intestinal parasites and receive routine dewormings. Dogs are vaccinated against distemper, rabies, and bordetella, spayed/neutered before adoption, and have a microchip. Adoption fees include the initial automated registration of the microchip at the time of adoption.

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Theo

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, Young

Boone, IA

Size

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

Details

Good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,

Story

Theo's owner, my nephew, passed away unexpectedly. My family and I want Theo to go to a good, loving home. He is 2 years old, energetic, and a very loving goofball. He loves to run and play. He has a lot of young energy. He also loves a good cuddle. Theo is a sweet, lovable goof ball. He carries his ball around everywhere he goes. He has been living with 2 cats, has not been around dogs or children in the last year. Theo needs a home with lots of love and enough energy to keep up with him. Patience and experience with larger dogs would be best. He needs consistency and training. He learns quickly, and is eager to please his humans. Please give this sweet loving boy a chance!

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Bob Ross

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 8 mos

Boone, IA

Size

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

Details

Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

***All dogs are spayed/neutered, vaccinated, dewormed, microchipped, and heartworm tested before adoption.******We can not guarantee that a dog will be good with children, dogs, or cats. You'll need a meet & greet if you currently have a dog.******To do this safely and effectively, your dog will need to be spayed/neutered and up to date on vaccinations before approval of a dog adoption through Boone Area Humane Society.***All animals have been spayed/neutered, have been tested for heartworm/feline leukemia, have had age appropriate vaccinations, been dewormed, is on flea and parasite prevention and has been microchipped.

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Mister Rodgers

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 8 mos

Boone, IA

Size

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

Details

Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Meet Mister Rodgers, an adorable and loving Boxer mix puppy who’s ready to steal your heart! Mister Rodgers came to us alongside his brother Bob Ross, and sadly, they were surrendered without any fault of their own. This sweet boy is full of life, energy, and playfulness, making every moment spent with him a joyful experience.Mister Rodgers thrives on companionship and loves to play, whether it’s chasing his favorite toys or enjoying a game of fetch. His affectionate nature makes him a delightful addition to any family looking for a furry friend. If you're seeking a loving and playful puppy to add joy to your life, Mister Rodgers is the perfect match! Come meet him and see just how wonderful he truly is!***All dogs are spayed/neutered, vaccinated, dewormed, microchipped, and heartworm tested before adoption.******We can not guarantee that a dog will be good with children, dogs, or cats. You'll need a meet & greet if you currently have a dog.******To do this safely and effectively, your dog will need to be spayed/neutered and up to date on vaccinations before approval of a dog adoption through Boone Area Humane Society.***All animals have been spayed/neutered, have been tested for heartworm/feline leukemia, have had age appropriate vaccinations, been dewormed, is on flea and parasite prevention and has been microchipped.

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Duke

American Pit Bull Terrier Wirehaired Pointing Griffon

Male, Adult

Ankeny, IA

Size

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

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Great dog been in our family for 9 years. Big baby who just loves to cuddle and be around people. Great with kids and other dogs.

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Marsay

American Pit Bull Terrier Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 12 yrs 6 mos

Johnston, IA

Size

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

Details

Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Marsay is a 12 year old 60 lb pit mix looking for an active retirement home. Marsay is incredibly affectionate and still has the energy of a young pup! He loves to cuddle but also loves going for walks with his foster mom. He is house/crate trained. He does fine with most dogs one-on-one and after a proper intro; we haven't seen him with cats yet and require a meet with any resident pets before adoption. He does tend to guard resources (particularly food and high value toys/bones) so we are suggesting older kids in the home and a dedicated adopter willing to put some one-on-one training time in with him. He loves to meet new people and be part of the action! If interested in meeting Marsay, please apply at www.foreverhomedogs.org!All adoptions are $300 per dog for puppies under 1 year, $250 for adults 1 - 9 years old and $150 for senior dogs which include spay/neuter, micro-chipped and up-to-date on required shots. Senior dogs, at our discretion, are adopted out at $150 per dog because we know they will have less time with your family and may eventually have more needs as they get older. But we feel these dogs deserve to live out the rest of their lives as part of a loving family.

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Sandy

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, Adult

Des Moines, IA

Size

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

Details

Spayed or Neutered,

Story

- Once she has had time to warm up and feel comfortable, she is very sweet and loves being scratched and petted - Very playful, but is happy to chill out and get some snuggles when she's done playing - Enjoys a good nap on the couch and has the cutest snore - Loves to sit on the couch and watch the world go by outside her window - Recently went on a Dog's Day Out field trip and had a great time: "She loved the woods and was a great hiking buddy. She pulled on leash sometimes, but was pretty good most of the time. She did very well with passing hikers, joggers, bicyclists and skateboarders. She was so interested in everything we passed and noticed all the sounds and birds. When I took her to the house I am staying in, she looked really relaxed and started to really pay attention to me and to connect." - Walks and treats may be great ways to bond with her; does best with a harness on walks - Smart lady who already knows sit and shake - Seems to be potty trained, just remember any dog may take time to adjust to a new schedule and routine - Young, noisy or busy children can be too much for her (mature home recommended) - Tends to be very uncomfortable around other dogs and may not want other dog friends; needs to be the only dog in her home right now - The ARL's shelter software requires that we choose a primary breed for our dogs. Visual breed identification in dogs is unreliable, so for most dogs we are only guessing at primary breed. We get to know each dog as an individual and do our best to describe each of our dogs based on personality, not breed label. Primary Color: Brown Brindle Weight: 58.5 Age: 2yrs 5mths 2wks

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