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Kobe

Pit Bull Terrier

Male, Adult
Des Moines, IA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet Kobe! He was rescued from the side of the road by his foster, and he is just the sweetest boy! His foster family has been caring for him for about a year, but never intended to keep him forever. They have 5 kids ranging from 6 months old to 12 years old and they play with him and lay with him and he is always sweet and gentle with them. He’s never shown aggression to anyone at all. He’s crate trained and house trained, but he will dig under the fence if he doesn’t get enough exercise. He would thrive with more exercise, training and mental stimulation. He’s a very smart dog, but also quite strong so would do well with obedience training. Kobe is about 1.5 years old and weighs about 75 pounds.IMPORTANT: Please read all below, especially if you live outside of Texas, which is where our rescue is located.Apply to adopt on our website: https://www.charmingpetrescue.org/adoptAll of our animals are spayed/neutered, microchipped, and up to date on shots.ALL of our animals are located in Boerne, TX, but transport after adoption is available to other states for a $300 fee for dogs or an additional fee varying by location for cats. If you are seeing our pets posted in your state, that's because you live near a transport stop, they are not currently at that location. Petfinder lists our pets as 'Out of Town' pets at other locations, and Adopt-a-Pet lists our location as a Transport stop. Those are currently the only options they offer to make this clear, so we put this description we've put at the bottom to explain it. You can read more about transport here: www.charmingpetrescue.org/transportWe understand transport is not an option for everyone, but we offer it at the cost we pay the transport company for those who wish to adopt from us.August 18, 2024, 5:26 am

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Lucky

Pit Bull Terrier

Male, Young
Des Moines, IA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Lucky! This incredibly handsome love bug was found super skinny and roaming the streets with burned paws. Some wonderful people took him in and got him to the vet to get treated. He’s now at our rescue and he’s the sweetest, least reactive dog ever. He did great meeting the front yard pack and had no reaction to being growled at. He's a little too much for small dogs and cats, but he'd love another medium/large dog to play with in his forever home. He’s a completely white pit bull with one mostly blue eye and one light brown eye. Lucky is about 1 year old and weighs 47 pounds, but he should put on 5-7 pounds. He’s so incredibly loving and sweet, he thinks everyone he meets is his best friend. He’s loving and smart—he already knows sit and is very respectful. Lucky really enjoys being with people. He’ll make an excellent companion!IMPORTANT: Please read all below, especially if you live outside of Texas, which is where our rescue is located.Apply to adopt on our website: https://www.charmingpetrescue.org/adoptAll of our animals are spayed/neutered, microchipped, and up to date on shots.ALL of our animals are located in Boerne, TX, but transport after adoption is available to other states for a $300 fee for dogs or an additional fee varying by location for cats. If you are seeing our pets posted in your state, that's because you live near a transport stop, they are not currently at that location. Petfinder lists our pets as 'Out of Town' pets at other locations, and Adopt-a-Pet lists our location as a Transport stop. Those are currently the only options they offer to make this clear, so we put this description we've put at the bottom to explain it. You can read more about transport here: www.charmingpetrescue.org/transportWe understand transport is not an option for everyone, but we offer it at the cost we pay the transport company for those who wish to adopt from us.August 18, 2024, 5:26 am

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Ruger

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, Adult
Des Moines, IA
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
HOW TO ADOPT: This dog is currently spending time in a foster home. To schedule a time to meet this dog, please contact ARL-Adoption@arl-iowa.org.---- Loves toys and will chase tennis balls and rope toys - Enjoys bones filled with peanut butter - Smart guy who already knows sit and might like to learn more skills (especially if treats are involved!) - Has loved playing with another dog in his foster home - Young, noisy or busy children can be too much for him; looking for a teens-and-up 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 Weight: 55 Age: 2yrs 2mths 2wks

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Arya

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, Adult
Des Moines, IA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
- Busy pup who loves to connect with people through play and other activities; will likely enjoy physical activity and mental challenges to keep her body and brain busy - Loves going on walks and does best with a harness - Needs a teens and up home right now- May take some time to warm up to new dogs and may prefer some dogs over others; would be most comfortable with a slow introduction to new dogs (dog intro recommended) - 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: Tan Weight: 66 Age: 4yrs 6mths 1wks

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Roberta

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, Adult
Des Moines, IA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
- Sweet girl, loves being petted and getting treats- Does well on a leash - Busy pup who loves to connect with people through play and other activities; will likely enjoy physical activity and mental challenges to keep their bodies and brains busy - 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: Tan Secondary Color: White Weight: 48.5 Age: 3yrs 2mths 0wks

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Duchess

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, Adult
Des Moines, IA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
- Smart girl, knows sit- Loves people and companionship - Loves to learn and has great focus - especially if you have treats - so would be a lot of fun to train - May take some time to warm up to new dogs and may prefer some dogs over others; would be most comfortable with a slow introduction to new dogs (dog intro recommended) - Needs a teens and above home- 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: White Secondary Color: Black Weight: 49 Age: 3yrs 2mths 4wks

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These American Pit Bull Terriers are available for adoption close to Des Moines, Iowa.
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Marsay

American Pit Bull Terrier Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 12 yrs
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 an 11 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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SHADOW

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 2 yrs 2 mos
Ames, IA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
My name is Shadow and I am a gray & white pit bull. I am a neutered male and I am 2 years old. 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 and I am a medium energy dog. The shelter staff is not sure if I am used to being crated during the day, but I do well being in my kennel at the shelter. I do pull a little on the leash, but it`s more excitement than that I`ll drag you down the street. I can be good with men, women, and children. I can be good with other dogs and I can be good with cats. I have special housing needs within the City of Ames - shelter staff would be happy to go over these requirements with you.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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MILLIE

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 3 yrs 5 mos
Ames, IA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
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QUILL

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 1 yr
Ames, IA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
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Georgie

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, Adult
Knoxville, IA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Not good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Georgie is such a sweet girl and is very playful. She is a 5-year-old pit mix. She gets along with some dogs, but not all so she would definitely need to meet any other dogs in the household. She's a very loving girl and would love to find her furrever home! August 17, 2024, 3:49 am

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Cypress

Pit Bull Terrier

Female, Young
Knoxville, IA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet Cypress! She's an approximately 9 month old female red nose pit bull. She is very sweet and friendly. She weighs 58 pounds and would love to find her furrever home! Her adoption fee is $200.00. Please call us at 641-828-7387 for more information or to make an appointment to meet her! August 17, 2024, 3:49 am

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Kirby

Bull Terrier

Female, Adult
Des Moines, IA
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Primary Color: White Weight: 43 Age: 3yrs 1mths 0wks

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Ranger

Boxer

Male, Adult
Des Moines, IA
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
- Smart boy, knows sit- May enjoy like minded dog friends- Loves people and activity and likes to be at the center of whatever's going on - Active dog who is ready to accompany you on all your adventures; looking for a family who loves being active just like them - Tends to be a linebacker-type player with other dogs, which some dogs may not appreciate; will likely do best with a select group of rough-and-tumble dog friends with a similar play style (dog intro recommended) - Busy pup who loves to connect with people through play and other activities; will likely enjoy physical activity and mental challenges to keep their bodies and brains busy - 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: Red Brown Weight: 51.5 Age: 4yrs 3mths 0wks

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Bailey

Boxer

Female, Young
Windsor Heights, 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
Bailey will be 2 years old at Thanksgiving. She is a wonderful dog. She was a very normal boxer with lots of energy. She has an issue with her nasal passages where she will 'snot' out extra mucus, especially when excited. Bailey loves to play and is a well-mannered dog. I hate to see her go.

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American Pit Bull Terrier shelters & rescues in Des Moines, Iowa

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Charming Pet Rescue - IA Transport Stop

Des Moines, IA 50309

Pet Types: dogs

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2.7 miles

Animal Rescue League of Iowa Inc.

5452 NE 22nd St, Des Moines, IA 50313

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

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Rescue

6 miles

God's Dogs Rescue of TX for IA Transport Stop

Clive, IA 50325

Pet Types: dogs

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6 miles

Polk County Humane Society (in Missouri) - Iowa Transport

11101 University Ave Ste B, Clive, IA 50325

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rescue

6.8 miles

Forever Home Dog Rescue

Johnston, IA 50131

Pet Types: dogs

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Shelter

29.4 miles

Ames Animal Shelter

325 Billy Sunday Road, Ames, IA 50010

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

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Shelter

33.6 miles

Marion County Humane Society

1701 E Pleasant, Knoxville, IA 50138

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Shelter

34.2 miles

Boone Area Humane Society

228 W 16TH, Boone, IA 50036

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

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Shelter

46.1 miles

Poweshiek Animal League Shelter

4167 20th St, Grinnell, IA 50112

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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47.4 miles

Animal Rescue League of Marshalltown

1921 Taylor Avenue, Marshalltown, IA 50158

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

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