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Adoptable Dogs
Last Updated: July 31, 2021 5:28 a.m. |
About our adoptions ...
Revised 03/07/2021
To adopt an animal, you must live within approximately 100 miles of one of our adoption sites (Benld, O'Fallon or Springfield IL), and be at least 18 years of age. We require that you be physically present to make the final adoption arrangements. We also require that all cats be kept indoors, and all dogs be kept in a fenced-in yard, secure pen, or indoors, unless otherwise discussed and agreed upon ahead of time. Failure to comply with any of these requirements may constitute grounds for our taking back the adopted animal.
All pets have been spayed/neutered, are up to date with shots/vaccinations, have been micro-chipped, and are in good health to the best of our knowledge. If you have any questions about the animals, want to know more about the shelter, or have any other questions, please call or e-mail us as per above.
If you are interested in adopting any of these animals, you may begin the process by downloading the adoption form (button below), and submitting it to: Benld Adopt-A-Pet, PO Box 53, Benld IL 62009-0053, or e-mail to: aap1@frontiernet.net .
( After downloading form, you may use the fill & sign feature of your PDF app to complete application before e-mailing to us.)
We strive to keep our listings of animals available for adoption as up to date as possible however, due to the constant turnover at the shelter, this page may not be completely current at all times. Therefore, if you are looking for a specific animal, please contact the shelter as above to find out what is available.
We have dogs arriving at our shelter all the time so, if you do not see what you are looking for on this page, please call us at 217.835.2538, or e-mail us at aap1@frontiernet.net , and tell us what you are looking for. Also, we frequently have puppies too young to be listed on our website, which will however be available once they are spayed/neutered and have their shots. Just make the call and we'll get started on finding you the dog you want.
Bailey & Emma
Bailey and Emma are a pair of very sweet senior pugs who have been together practically their whole lives. Their owner was moving and unable to take them along, so they were returned to the shelter to find their last forever home. They are both older pugs but that doesn't stop them from running around like puppies. They are very sweet dogs that really enjoy getting lots of attention, and treats and both of them do very well with other cats, dogs, and children, and they are also housetrained. Bailey and Emma need to be adopted to a home together since they have already bonded and have been in a home together for a long time. They have been spayed, vaccinated including rabies, tested Negative for Heartworm, and microchipped.
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Bailey Code: 2520 Admitted: 04/10/2021 Approximate Date of Birth: 02/11/2010 Sex: Female Breed: Pug Color: Tan & Black Markings: Size: Small Posted: 07/05/2021 |
Emma Code: 1175 Admitted: 10/22/2010 Approximate Date of Birth: 08/22/2009 Sex: Female Breed: Pug Color: Fawn Markings: Fawn & Black Note: Missing right eye due to injury in 2010 Size: Small Posted: 07/05/2021 |
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Beans
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Helpful Heart - 1 Sponsor
Code: 2046
Admitted: 07/02/2016 Approximate Date of Birth: 06/24/2016 Sex: Male Breed: Chihuahua / Unknown Color: Red Size: Small Heartworm: Negative House-trained: Unknown Good with Dogs: Unknown Good with Cats: Unknown Good with Children: Unknown Posted: 07/15/2016 |
Comments: Beans came to us from his owner who acquired him from someone who was going to just release him on the road. His new owner had him for around three months, but was unable to keep him long term. Beans is your typical Chihuahua, reserved and cautious, and it takes him awhile to warm up to someone. Beans is looking for a quiet adult home, with perhaps a small fenced yard or pen to run around and exercise in.
"Adopt me and I promise not to 'spill the Beans'."
"Adopt me and I promise not to 'spill the Beans'."
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Cali
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Code: 2452
Admitted: 07/11/2020 Approximate Date of Birth: 07/11/2018 Sex: Female Breed: Staffordshire Bull Terrier/Boston Terrier Color: Black Markings: Black & White Size: Medium Heartworm: Negative Housetrained? Yes Good With Dogs? Yes Good With Cats? Yes Good With Children? Posted: 07/21/2021 Comments: Her owners had a relationship split; she was left behind and the spouse was unable to care for all the dogs. She is a very high energy little girl, loves to run and play. She loves her cuddles and being the center of attention. Cali has a congenital skin disease called Ichthyosis, which means she was born with a defect in the way her skin cells mature, causing the large scale/flakes across her whole body. There is no cure and symptomatic treatments can help manage secondary infections. Don't let that scare you aware, while Cali does require a little more than your average dog it is mostly making sure she gets a bath regularly and medication when needed for secondary infections. She has been spayed, vaccinated including Rabies, wormed, tested for heart worms, and micro-chipped. |
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Johnny
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Code: 2176-3
Admitted: 07/30/2017 Approximate Date of Birth: 01/28/2016 Sex: Male Breed: Chihuahua Color: Tricolour Markings: Tricolor Size: Small Heartworm: Negative Housetrained? Unknown Good With Dogs? Unknown Good With Cats? Yes Good With Children? Some Posted: 07/05/2021 |
Comments: Relinquished to the shelter by his owner, Johnny is a little scared when he meets new people, so don't rush him but give him lots of time and attention. He was adopted and returned 3/3/2018 though he loved the kids, cat and the women of the house, however he needs work with housebreaking. Johnny was adopted in 2018 and sadly returned again to BAAP on 6/28/21 because he did not like the adults in the home. Johnny seemed to bond only with the daughter and would nip/snap at the parents. Given the right home, Johnny can be a very loving boy but not every home with children is a good fit for him. His ideal home would be one with patience, calm, and maybe even a cat to be around. Johnny seems to prefer woman over men. He has been Neutered, vaccinated including Rabies, wormed, tested for Heart worm, and Micro-chipped.
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Loki
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Code: 2465
Admitted: 08/20/2020 Approximate Date of Birth: 11/10/2019 Sex: Male Breed: Heeler/Shepherd Color: White and Brown Markings: White and brown Size: Large Heartworm: Negative Housetrained? No Good With Dogs? Unknown Good With Cats? Unknown Good With Children? |
Comments: Loki was relinquished by his current owner who took him in because his original owner was not taking care of him as he was very thin. She already had several animals, so her intent was to get a little weight on him and find him his forever home. He has been in a couple of different homes already and is hoping his next home and family will be for life. He knows a few basic command and he is still young and very trainable, so professional training would be a plus. He loves people and wants lots of love and attention. Loki would thrive in an active home where he has regular exercise and a job to do. He needs an experienced, strong, dog savvy owner. He is looking for an inside home with a large fenced in yard to run off some of his energy and play with his new family. He has been neutered, vaccinated including rabies, wormed, tested for heart worm and micro-chipped.
"My name is Loki, which I'm told means a Norse god who contrives evil and mischief for his fellow gods. But, if you adopt me, I promise not to cause any mischief."
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Luna
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Code: 2213
Admitted: 01/20/2018 Approximate Date of Birth: 03/28/2016 Sex: Female Breed: Husky/Shepherd Color: Tan Markings: Tan w/ black mask Size: Medium Heartworm: Negative Housetrained? Yes Good With Dogs? No Good With Cats? No Good With Children? Older Posted: 07/05/2021 Comments: Luna entered the shelter because her owner moved and she was not getting along with other dogs in the household. Luna is a very lovely lady, very friendly and loving. She is looking for an inside home with a large fenced in yard to safely play in where she is the only pet to receive all your love and affection. Due to Luna's energy level a home with children over the age of 12 years is required. She has been Spayed, vaccinated including Rabies, wormed, tested for Heartworm and Micro-chipped. |
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Mason
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Helpful Heart - 2 Sponsors
Code: 2199
Admitted: 11/06/2017 Approximate Date of Birth: 05/15/2014 Sex: Male Breed: Coonhound Color: Black & Brown Size: Large Heartworm: Negative House-trained: Unknown Good with Dogs: No Good with Cats: No Good with Children: No Posted: 11/14/2017 Profile Edited: 05/23/2021 Photo Updated: 05/21/2021 |
Comments: Mason is at the shelter because his owner moved overseas and couldn't take him along. He is a very intelligent boy, who enjoys spending time with his people. He is wary of strangers and is an excellent guard dog, who is protective of his owners and their property. When Mason is out in public, or at other homes, he is somewhat less protective of them. He has had a minor "bite event" in his past. He had somehow gotten out of the yard and, when someone he didn't know tried to take him back home, he nipped them on the ankle. Mason has had some extensive training, and he knows several voice commands and key words, though he could benefit from some further training. Mason is looking for a cozy inside home, and a large securely fenced yard is a must, along with an owner who is very loving, caring and understanding of his needs.
"My name is Mason, but I've never been south of the Mason-Dixon line."
Comments: Mason is at the shelter because his owner moved overseas and couldn't take him along. He is a very intelligent boy, who enjoys spending time with his people. He is wary of strangers and is an excellent guard dog, who is protective of his owners and their property. When Mason is out in public, or at other homes, he is somewhat less protective of them. He has had a minor "bite event" in his past. He had somehow gotten out of the yard and, when someone he didn't know tried to take him back home, he nipped them on the ankle. Mason has had some extensive training, and he knows several voice commands and key words, though he could benefit from some further training. Mason is looking for a cozy inside home, and a large securely fenced yard is a must, along with an owner who is very loving, caring and understanding of his needs.
"My name is Mason, but I've never been south of the Mason-Dixon line."
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Max
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Code: 2533
Admitted: 05/16/2021 Approximate Date of Birth: 02/14/2009 Sex: Male Breed: Dachshund Color: Red Markings: Red Size: Medium Heartworm: Negative Housetrained? Yes Good With Dogs? Yes Good With Cats? Unknown Good With Children? Yes Posted: 06/27/2021 Owner Relinquish~ Max was brought to BAAP when his owners were no longer able to provide what he needed, and wanted Max to have a better life. Max is a senior pup that is looking for a place to retire. He gets along with other dogs, lived with cats in his previous home, however since being with us he hasn't done well with them; though he does enjoy the company of children. Max is vaccinated, heart-worm negative, and micro-chipped. |
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Pops
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Code: 2421
Admitted: 01/16/2020 Approx Date of Birth: 03/16/2016 Sex: Male Breed: Staffordshire Bull Terrier/Unknown Color: Black & White Size: Large Heartworm: Negative House-trained: Yes Good with Dogs: Yes Good with Cats: Yes Good with Children: Yes Posted: 08/23/2020 Photo Updated: 04/26/2021 |
Comments: Pops was found wandering the streets along with a puppy, and went unclaimed, so he came to the shelter. He was very thin and his skin was red and sore from dermatitis. All of that is now behind him, he is doing great, looking great, and is one happy fellow. Don't let his size and breed prevent you from taking this gem home. You don't want to miss out on a chance to come and meet him, as he is a very sweet pooch who loves everyone and everything. Pops gets along with most dogs, cats and kids. He is very strong and will pull when you walk him, so he will need some work walking on a leash. He has been neutered, up to date with vaccinations, tested negative for heart-worm and on prevention, teeth cleaned, and is micro-chipped. He needs a securely fenced yard to exercise and play in with his family. He was recently returned due to experiencing separation anxiety after quarantine and one of his persons was no longer home all the time with him. He is ready to jump in the car with his new family and head for home sweet home.
"My name is Pops, but don't let that fool you, as I'm actually full of energy and ready to go -- home!"
Comments: Pops was found wandering the streets along with a puppy, and went unclaimed, so he came to the shelter. He was very thin and his skin was red and sore from dermatitis. All of that is now behind him, he is doing great, looking great, and is one happy fellow. Don't let his size and breed prevent you from taking this gem home. You don't want to miss out on a chance to come and meet him, as he is a very sweet pooch who loves everyone and everything. Pops gets along with most dogs, cats and kids. He is very strong and will pull when you walk him, so he will need some work walking on a leash. He has been neutered, up to date with vaccinations, tested negative for heart-worm and on prevention, teeth cleaned, and is micro-chipped. He needs a securely fenced yard to exercise and play in with his family. He was recently returned due to experiencing separation anxiety after quarantine and one of his persons was no longer home all the time with him. He is ready to jump in the car with his new family and head for home sweet home.
"My name is Pops, but don't let that fool you, as I'm actually full of energy and ready to go -- home!"
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Rascal
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Helpful Heart
Code: 2246
Admitted: 05/07/2018 Approx Date of Birth: 07/29/2017 Sex: Male Breed: Chihuahua Color: Tan Size: Small Heartworm: Negative House-trained: Unknown Good with Dogs: Unknown Good with Cats: Unknown Good with Children: Unknown Posted: 07/09/2018 |
Comments: Rascal was relinquished to us by his owner who had no time to provide him with the attention or training that he needed. He is a cute little guy, very active, but a bit timid until he gets to know you. He hasn't been around a lot of people or other animals. Rascal really needs a very patient and understanding owner, who will provide him with the training and attention that he needs. He was adopted on 06/21/2018 and returned on 07/08/2018. He had spent so much of his young life in a kennel that he can be nippy when he doesn't want to go back in.
"My name is Rascal, and I can be one, but I can also be very sweet and loving."
Comments: Rascal was relinquished to us by his owner who had no time to provide him with the attention or training that he needed. He is a cute little guy, very active, but a bit timid until he gets to know you. He hasn't been around a lot of people or other animals. Rascal really needs a very patient and understanding owner, who will provide him with the training and attention that he needs. He was adopted on 06/21/2018 and returned on 07/08/2018. He had spent so much of his young life in a kennel that he can be nippy when he doesn't want to go back in.
"My name is Rascal, and I can be one, but I can also be very sweet and loving."
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Reagan
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Code: 2449-2
Admitted: 06/27/2020 Approximate Date of Birth: 05/23/2020 Sex: Female Breed: Pit Bull Terrier/Great Dane Color: White & Black Markings: Black & white Size: Large Heartworm: Negative Housetrained? Unknown Good With Dogs? Unknown Good With Cats? Yes Good With Children? Unknown Posted: 07/05/2021 |
Comments: Relinquished to the shelter by the owner as part of an unexpected litter which was more than he could handle, Reagan and her siblings appeared to be happy little pups but they broke with parvo as soon as they came in. Through diligent care she and her two brothers survived. She is a sweet girl, healthy and happy. Reagan was returned 4/19/21 when she was too much for her adopters to handle. Reagan wants nothing more than to be loved forever. She knows some commands like sit and lay, she loves to have her belly rubbed when she isn't running out her young energy. Reagan puts up a hard exterior but through treats and reassurance she warms up to people, though she does seem to be a little fearful of men more than woman. Reagan's ideal home would be someone that has a fenced yard, people to love on her, and a safe soft place to rest. She has been spayed, vaccinated. wormed, and micro-chipped.
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Shadow
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Code: 1548-1
Admitted: 11/07/2012 Approximate Date of Birth: 08/25/2012 Sex: Male Breed: Jack Russell Terrier Color: Tricolour Markings: Tri Color, tail docked Size: Medium Heartworm: Negative Housetrained? Yes (previous owner) Good With Dogs? No Good With Cats? No Good With Children? No Posted: 05/26/2021 Profile Updated: 08/28/2021 |
Comments: Relinquished to the shelter by his owner, Shadow is a typical Jack Russell; very intelligent, active and wants to be involved with all family events. Has been neutered, vaccinations and micro-chipped. Will need lots of time, attention and activity. He was adopted and returned 3/12/15, very high anxiety and unpredictable with young children. He would do best with an adult owner. He was adopted and returned 2/20/17 over protective of his owner. Perfect dog when they were alone but he nipped the Caretaker and broke the skin.
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Yoda
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Code: 2548
Admitted: 06/28/2021 Approximate Date of Birth: 01/12/2020 Sex: Male Breed: Terrier Color: Brown Markings: Size: Medium Heartworm: Negative Housetrained? Yes Good With Dogs? Unknown Good With Cats? No Good With Children? Yes Posted: 07/29/2021 Comments: Yoda was a stray found wondering the streets of Wilsonville and brought to BAAP to be vetted and find a forever home. Yoda is a little timid at first but will quickly become your new best friend with lots of little snubbed tail wags. We believe Yoda to be a younger dog that is great with children but not so fond of cats. We are unsure how he is with other dogs but feel he would do great with the right canine companion to play with. Yoda is neutered, microchipped, wormed, and is negative for heartworms.
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Zeus
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Helpful Heart - 1 Sponsor
Code: 1591
Admitted: 02/19/2013 Approximate Date of Birth: 09/15/2008 Sex: Male Breed: Chihuahua Color: Red Markings: Red w/ White on chest Size: Small Heartworm: Negative Housetrained? Unknown Good With Dogs? Unknown Good With Cats? Unknown Good With Children? Unknown Posted: 05/28/2021 |
Comments: Relinquished by his owner, Zeus had never been socialized, held or cuddled, and he is very picky about what dogs he will get along with. After lots of fresh air and sunshine he is ready to relax and be tucked in, but has to have his favorite toy with him. He needs a very patient, understanding quiet adult home, as children are way too loud and active for him. An interested adopter would be required to make multiple visits to give him time to get to know them. He won't change overnight and it may take several months or even years to convince him you can be trusted, but once it happens it will feel like the biggest accomplishment of your life time. He has been neutered, vaccinated including rabies, wormed, tested for heartworm and on heart worm prevention, and micro-chipped.