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Puppies and dogs in Cape Girardeau, Missouri

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Adopt a dog in Cape Girardeau, Missouri

These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. To learn more about each adoptable dog, click on the "i" icon for fast facts, or their photo or name for full details.
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Esme

Chihuahua

Female, Young
Cape Girardeau, MO
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Royal

Rottweiler

Female, Adult
Cape Girardeau, MO
Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Shots are up-to-date,
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X-1

Australian Shepherd

Male, Adult
Cape Girardeau, MO
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
X-1 is a super friendly dog and loves attention. Loves to run. Kennel trained but we haven’t had a need for it in recent years now that I’m home full time. Was fully trained but his training has slipped due to us not having the time daily to keep him interested now that we have children. Will still sit, stand, come, stay, and roll over. We moved into town back in October and after living down a quiet county road his entire life X-1 is very stressed. We have tried several things to help him short of taking him to the vet to be heavily medicated and unaware for the rest of his life because that is no way for him to live. He also has to be on a lead when he goes outside now instead of free roaming the yard and he doesn’t much care for that either. He would be great for someone who lives out of town or at the end of a quiet dead end street with a fenced in yard. We would love to get him into someplace quickly so he can get to living his best life since we can’t give that to him anymore.
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Siyah

Bullmastiff Labrador Retriever

Female, Adult
Cape Girardeau, MO
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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Barkley

Beagle Dachshund

Male, Puppy
Jackson, MO
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with kids, Needs special attention, House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
He is 7 months old. He is not destructive. Has anxiety and fears that make him bark a lot. Loves to play with his toys especially a ball. Very loving and loyal and likes to be close to his companion. Will go in his crate if treat is offered but does fine without being crated. Have had no problem being around other dogs. Likes kids but will jump on them to play.
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Bo

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, Adult
Jackson, MO
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Bo is a 4 1/2 year old American pitbull. He is a great dog and I love him very much. Unfortunately due to some behavior issues I think it’s best he goes to a home who has a little more time to train him and spend quality time with him. He’s very energetic and loves to play. He does not do well with other animals and I have never had him around children. I would recommend someone who is by themselves who could use a good friend and can be more outgoing to adopt him. I’ve had him since he was a puppy and this is very hard for me to do but my girlfriend and I are moving in together and he doesn’t know her very well and I can’t risk anything happening.

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Dog shelters and rescues in Cape Girardeau, Missouri

There are animal shelters and rescues that focus specifically on finding great homes for dogs in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. Browse these rescues and shelters below.

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Humane Society of Southeast Missouri

2536 Boutin Drive, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701

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

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Safe Harbor Animal Sanctuary

359 Cree Lane, Jackson, MO 63755

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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PAWS Place Adoption Center

139 E Vienna St, Anna, IL 62906

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Cache Creek Animal Rescue

1235 Spanish Bluff Road, Anna, IL 62906

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Union County Animal Control Illinois

385 Kaolin Rd, Cobden, IL 62920

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

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The Sikeston Area Humane Society

PO Box 1428, Sikeston, MO 63801

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Rough Road Rescue, Inc.

9126 S. Hwy. 51, Perryville, MO 63775

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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St. Francis Care

6228 Country Club Road, Murphysboro, IL 62966

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Humane Society of Southern Illinois

95 Humane Road, Murphysboro, IL 62966

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

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Dexter Animal Shelter

601 East Grant, 305 Cooper, Dexter, MO 63841

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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