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Puppies and dogs in Machesney Park, Illinois

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Machesney Park, 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 Little Bear's adoption status with email updates.
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Little Bear

Miniature Pinscher Chihuahua

Male, Adult
Rockford, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Little bear is a 7 year old miniature pinscher chihuahua mix. He is a very loving affectionate dog that loves attention. He needs a good home due to serious illness in our family and us no longer being able to take care of him how he truly deserves. If you have any questions about little bear or are interested in meeting him please don’t hesitate to message.
We'll also keep you updated on Boss's adoption status with email updates.
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Boss

Bull Terrier Bull Terrier

Male, Young
Rockford, IL
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
I took Boss in after my husband's co worker said her husband wanted to fight him. He is a loving , friendly dog until he was attacked by another male for sniffing after an in-heat female. So, now Boss will not tolerate male dogs. He loves my kids and is a protective dog, just to much for me. He will if a male walks in house either love them or lounge at them. He has nipped my husband's niece after she just walked into my home. I can't have this around my children nor my household as I have plenty of people with kids coming and going. He is kenneled trained but I don't suggest having him in kennel when company comes as they will think he's vicious because he acts very mean in kennel. If put with another dog in kennel and that dog barks he will go after doesn't matter male or female. Boss is a neutered american bully who is 2 years old. I have had him in my home with small dogs and a pitbull female. He has been around cats and doesn't seem to mind them.
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Lucy

Feist

Female, Young
Rockford, IL
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
My friend adopted Lucy from a shelter when Lucy was about a year-old stray. After a year, she rehomed her b/c of living circumstances. I've had Lucy since 9-23-18, and saw her through training; Lucy earned her Canine Good Citizenship certificate! Lucy is super smart, ultra affectionate (kisses!) & well trained. LOVES running & long walks. But! She is not good with my other 2 adult dogs who were here before she was. She needs to be an only dog. On our walks, she's always been good with kids who want to pet her, and with leashed dogs. Crate trained and seems to feel safe when confined (she doesn't complain at all). Does anything for food, especially raw carrots (& dog treats). She makes me laugh every.single.day. Her favorite toy is anything that flies, rolls or bounces. Chews only dog toys! She knows anything in the toy basket is hers; knows the names of all her toys. She's high energy, yet enjoys cuddling whenever. Perfect, except for not getting along with my 2 dogs.
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Brandy

Bull Terrier Boxer

Female, Young
Rockford, IL
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Not good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
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Bryant

Coonhound

Male, Adult
Loves Park, IL
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Not good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Bryant is a very high maintenance dog. He had a lot of changes in his home and has become very destructive. (Chewing up anything he can find) He has always been around kids, but has just recently started snapping at them. I don't trust him with kids anymore. I believe he would do best in a home where he is rarely alone. He can't be put in a kennel because he has so much anxiety that he will injure himself trying to get out. He loves people and wants to be where you are at all times. I believe his chewing is because he is mad that he is alone. Before I worked, he rarely chewed things up. He needs a very patient and experienced owner. He does get along with female dogs but has never been around another male.
We'll also keep you updated on Ryker's adoption status with email updates.
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Ryker

Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 7 yrs 10 mos
Rockford, IL
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, Needs special attention, Needs experienced adopter, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Ryker is a super sweet boy who loves to be around people. Ryker does have separation anxiety, but we are working with Ryker and his issue. Ryker needs a patient and experienced adopter who is home more often than not! Ryker is fine with other dogs and even has a buddy on our farm who is a horse! Because of Ryker’s separation anxiety issues, we would love to get him into a foster home. We would support a “foster to adopt” situation to see if your home is a good fit!

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C.A.R.E. for P.E.T.S.

Rockford, IL 61114

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Winnebago County Animal Services

4517 North Main Street, Rockford, IL 61103

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Good Shepherd Animal Sanctuary, inc.

rockford, IL 61103

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Katie’s Lane Animal Rescue and Rehab

7681 Old River Road, Rockford, IL 61107

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Noah's Ark Animal Sanctuary, Inc.

111 N First St, Rockford, IL 61107

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Mending Hearts Rescue

Rockford, IL 61101

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PAWS Humane Society

PO BOX 7722, Rockford, IL 61126

Pet Types: cats, dogs, small animals

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A Little R&R Animal Sanctuary - Poplar Grove

Poplar Grove, IL 61065

Pet Types: cats, dogs, small animals

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Northern Illinois Pug Rescue Adoption

6880 Woodcrest Parkway, Rockford, IL 61109

Pet Types: dogs

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