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​​Adoptable Dogs

Updated:  September 22, 2023 - 11:23 a.m.
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Adoption Fees:  Dogs $120 - Puppies (under 12 months) $200

​Open 1-5 p.m. Open Wednesday thru Monday (by appointment)
Closed Tuesday's

Shelter Location:  807 Stewart Avenue, Benld IL 62009
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Phone:  217.835.2538 - Fax:  217.835.2537
E-mail us by clicking link at right  >
aap1@frontiernet.net
 
About our adoptions . . .
Revised 03/07/2021
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.
Adoption Application
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​​​Annie "Squirt"
Pit Bull Terrier / Unknown 
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Young * Female * Large * Brown  
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About
DATE OF BIRTH

09/26/2019
CHARACTERISTICS
Affectionate, Playful, Smart, Athletic
COAT LENGTH
Short
HOUSE-TRAINED
Yes
HEALTH
Vaccinations up to date, spayed
GOOD IN A HOME WITH
Dogs, Children 
ADOPTION FEE
$120
Meet Annie

Hello, I'm Annie (Squirt). I am a lovable, snuggle bug of a Pit Bull mix that was born in 2019. I was originally found as a stray when I was just a pup and no owner came forward to claim me. I quickly found a home to grow up in but sadly they had to move into a place that doesn't allow Pit Bulls. They didn't even meet me to find out what a lover and not a fighter I am. In my adopted home I lived with children, other dogs (big and small), and was kennel trained for when they had to leave the home. Since I have returned to BAAP I have been very selective on dogs I could possibly be friends with so a meet and greet is required with your current dog(s) and myself before I could join the family. I am housetrained but will need a little time to learn the new routine. I would love a forever home that has children and/or dogs to play with and a big fenced yard to play in. I am spayed, vaccinated including rabies, microchipped, wormed, and tested negative for heartworms.
​Help Support Annie
Click "DONATE" button below to help cover Annie's care, including food and medications, while she waits to be adopted.  After choosing amount click "Note" and specify donation is for Annie.

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​​​Blackberry
Poodle / Golden Retriever
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Adult * Male * Large * Merle  
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About
DATE OF BIRTH

05/27/2018
CHARACTERISTICS
Affectionate, Loyal, Playful, Smart
COAT LENGTH
Curly
HOUSE-TRAINED
No
HEALTH
Vaccinations up to date, neutered
GOOD IN A HOME WITH
Dogs
ADOPTION FEE
$120
Meet Blackberry

My name is Blackberry and I'm a handsome Merle Goldendoodle that was born in 2018. I have spent my years as a breeder's dog but now I'm looking for a home to retire in for years to come. I can be very shy at first but once I get to know you I'm a very active boy. I will require regular grooming. I am looking for a home that is patient with my needs and willing to teach me how to be a dog outside of a kennel lifestyle. I can be territorial of my belongings because I haven't really ever had any of my own. I would do best in a home without children, a fenced yard, and a calm environment. I have been neutered, vaccinated including rabies, microchipped, wormed and tested positive for heartworm, treatment completed.
​Help Support Blackberry
Click "DONATE" button below to help cover Blackberry's care, including food and medications, while he waits to be adopted.  After choosing amount click "Note" and specify donation is for Blackberry.

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​Cali
Staffordshire Bull Terrier / Boston Terrier 
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Adult * Female * Medium * Black & White  
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About
DATE OF BIRTH

07/11/2018
CHARACTERISTICS
Affectionate, Playful, Smart, Athletic
COAT LENGTH
Short
HOUSE-TRAINED
Yes
HEALTH
Vaccinations up to date, spayed
PREFERS A HOME WITHOUT
Cats, Dogs, Children Under 12
ADOPTION FEE
$120
Meet Cali
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Hi! My name is Cali, a Pit Bull & Bulldog mix, and I love you already! Cali is a sweet princess who is ready to tap dance her way into your heart. She has tons of energy to run and play. She loves to play with all the toys and loves to be the center of attention. Cali is selective as to which dogs she matches with and would do best in a home without cats. 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 away, 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.
​Help Support Cali
Click "DONATE" button below to help cover Cali's care, including food and medications, while she waits to be adopted.  After choosing amount click "Note" and specify donation is for Cali.

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​​​Hopper
Beagle
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Young * Male * Medium * Black and Tan
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About
DATE OF BIRTH

08/02/2020
CHARACTERISTICS
Affectionate, Loyal, Friendly, Sweet
COAT LENGTH
Short
HOUSE-TRAINED
Yes
HEALTH
Vaccinations up to date, neutered
GOOD IN A HOME WITH
Unknown
ADOPTION FEE
$120
Meet Hopper

My name is Hopper and I'm a Beagle/Hound mix that was born in 2020. I was found roaming in Montgomery County and when no owner came forward I was transferred to BAAP. I am an active boy that loves to play, I am working on my basic commands and learning not to jump on people. I'm just so excited to meet everyone but would do best in a home with older children. Since I was found as a stray, it is unknown what all I already know but I  seem to be mostly house trained, though I may have a few accidents while I learn your routine. I have been neutered, vaccinated including rabies, microchipped, wormed, and tested negative for heartworms.
​Help Support Hopper
Click "DONATE" button below to help cover Hopper's care, including food and medications, while he waits to be adopted.  After choosing amount click "Note" and specify donation is for Hopper.

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​​Kevin
Pit Bull Terrier
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Adult * Male * Large * Tan and White 
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About
DATE OF BIRTH

10/31/2019
CHARACTERISTICS
Affectionate, Loyal, Friendly, Sweet
COAT LENGTH
Short
HOUSE-TRAINED
Yes
HEALTH
Vaccinations up to date, neutered
PREFERS A HOME WITHOUT
Cats
ADOPTION FEE
$120
Meet Kevin

​Nice to meet you, I'm Kevin. I am a lovable Pit mix that was born in 2019. I was found by Montgomery County Animal Control and they transferred me to BAAP. I was found starving and had tumors in my ears that needed medical attention and I was heartworm positive. It's been a long road to recovery but after having my ear tumors removed I'm finally ready for a place to call home. I would do best in a home that doesn't have a lot of company as I take a little time to warm up to new people. Given proper introductions I could possibly live with other dogs if we are the right fit together but will require a home without cats. I haven't been around children at this time. I am neutered, vaccinated including rabies, microchipped, wormed, and negative for heartworms.
​Help Support Kevin
Click "DONATE" button below to help cover Kevin's care, including food and medications, while he waits to be adopted.  After choosing amount click "Note" and specify donation is for Kevin.

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​​Luna
Husky / Shepherd
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Adult * Female * Medium * Tan w/ Black Mask  
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About
DATE OF BIRTH

03/28/2016
CHARACTERISTICS
Affectionate, Loyal, Playful, Friendly, Smart
COAT LENGTH
Short
HOUSE-TRAINED
Yes
HEALTH
Vaccinations up to date, spayed
PREFERS A HOME WITHOUT
Cats, Dogs
ADOPTION FEE
$120
Meet Luna

Luna is the name and playing is my game. I'm an active Huskey mix that can jump as high as the moon, hence the name Luna. I'd love a large fenced yard to run and play in, but I can not be left unsupervised for any period of time as I will jump over the fence, especially if I see another animal on the other side. I love all people but because I can be a bull in a china shop I'd do best in a home with older children. Speaking of homes I'd do well in, one without any other animals is the home for me. I do not get along with other dogs and being a Huskey mix I don't get along with cats. I know a few commands like sit, lay and shake. I am spayed, vaccinated including rabies, microchipped, negative for heartworms and wormed.
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​Help Support Luna
Click "DONATE" button below to help cover Luna's care, including food and medications, while she waits to be adopted.  After choosing amount click "Note" and specify donation is for Luna.

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​​Mason
Coonhound
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Adult * Male * Large * Black and Brown  
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About
DATE OF BIRTH

05/15/2014
CHARACTERISTICS
Loyal, Protective, Smart
COAT LENGTH
Short
HOUSE-TRAINED
Yes
HEALTH
Vaccinations up to date, neutered
PREFERS A HOME WITHOUT
Cats, Dogs, Children
ADOPTION FEE
$120
​​Meet Mason

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Pleasure to meet you, I'm Mason an older Hound mix with lots of life to share with a forever family. I am not a dog for a first time pet parent as I require someone with experience to help me be the best version of myself. I do know a few commands like sit and shake but would love to learn new things to show my new family just how smart I really am. My ideal home would be one without other animals or children but a large fenced yard for me to safely run and play in. I'm a very gentle boy when you take the time to get to know me and I get to know you. Maybe we can play with my favorite red ball or share a couple of snacks together? Currently I am fully vaccinated including rabies, negative for heartworms, wormed, micro-chipped and neutered.
​Help Support Mason
Click "DONATE" button below to help cover Mason's care, including food and medications, while he waits to be adopted.  After choosing amount click "Note" and specify donation is for Mason.

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​​​​Mish
Terrier
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Puppy * Male * Medium * Black and White 
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About
DATE OF BIRTH

05/04/2023
CHARACTERISTICS
Affectionate, Friendly, Playful, Smart
COAT LENGTH
Short
HOUSE-TRAINED
No
HEALTH
Vaccinations up to date, neutered
GOOD IN A HOME WITH
Cats, Dogs, Children
ADOPTION FEE
$200
Meet Mish

Hi, my name is Mish and I'm a sweet little boy who was born May of this year. I came to the shelter with my brother Mash, after  we were found as strays and thankfully brought to the shelter to find our forever homes. I love to play, eat, and sleep. I also love to cuddle with the workers here at the shelter. Even though I haven't been in a home with cats, other dogs, or children, with proper introduction I should be the perfect fit for your family. I have been neutered, am up to date with age appropriate vaccines, wormed, given flea prevention and microchipped.
​Help Support Mish
Click "DONATE" button below to help cover Mish's care, including food and medications, while she waits to be adopted.  After choosing amount click "Note" and specify donation is for Mish.

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​​​Narwhal
Coonhound / Heeler
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Puppy * Male * Medium * Black and White 
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About
DATE OF BIRTH

11/16/2022
CHARACTERISTICS
Affectionate, Friendly, Playful, Smart
COAT LENGTH
Short
HOUSE-TRAINED
No
HEALTH
Vaccinations up to date, neutered
GOOD IN A HOME WITH
Unknown
ADOPTION FEE
$200
Meet Narwhal

My name is Narwhal and I'm an Australian Shepherd and Treeing Walker Coonhound mix born in November 2022. I even had a DNA test to help figure out what breeds I am.  I may be mixed as 12 breeds were detected, these were the two highest percentage ones. I was part of an unplanned litter and as much as my family would have loved to keep us all, that wasn't possible. I am a happy go lucky puppy that is ready for adventures in the big world with my new family. I will require training with basic commands, potty training, and overall what it takes to be the best boy I can be. I have been adopted and returned due to not being a good fit for young children. When they run I like to run after them and can nip them as if I might be trying to herd them. I am protective over my toys and food when other dogs are around, I might be best as an only dog in the home. I am neutered, microchipped, vaccinated, and wormed for my new family.
Help Support Narwhal
Click "DONATE" button below to help cover Narwhal's care, including food and medications, while he waits to be adopted.  After choosing amount click "Note" and specify donation is for Narwhal.

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​Preacher 
Labrador Retriever / Shepherd
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Young * Male * Large * Black and White 
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About
DATE OF BIRTH

02/27/2021
CHARACTERISTICS
Affectionate, Friendly, Loyal, Playful, Protective, Smart
COAT LENGTH
Short
HOUSE-TRAINED
Yes
HEALTH
Vaccinations up to date, neutered
GOOD IN A HOME WITH
Dogs
ADOPTION FEE
$120
Meet Preacher

Hi; my name is Preacher. I'm a young Lab mix that is ready for a place to call home. I will need some training to learn not to get into things that aren't mine and a friend to play with. I get along with other dogs but I haven't been able to meet any cats to see if we could be friends. I am housetrained and do know some commands like sit and down but will need work on not jumping on everyone. I'm just so happy to see the people I love. I am neutered, vaccinated including rabies, wormed, tested for heartworms, and microchipped.
​Help Support Preacher
Click "DONATE" button below to help cover Preacher's care, including food and medications, while he waits to be adopted.  After choosing amount click "Note" and specify donation is for Preacher.

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​Rascal
Chihuahua 
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Adult * Male * Small * Tan
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About
DATE OF BIRTH

07/29/2017
CHARACTERISTICS
Independent, Protective
COAT LENGTH
Short
HOUSE-TRAINED
Unknown
HEALTH
Vaccinations up to date, neutered
PREFERS A HOME WITHOUT
Cats, Children
ADOPTION FEE
$120
​Meet Rascal

You little Rascal ... wait that's my name! You'll be saying that phrase, what with my fun and playful personality once we become new best friends. I have a lot of young dog energy that would love a fenced yard to play in or to sunbathe in for a short period of time. I am not a dog for a first time pet parent as I require someone with experience to help me be the best version of myself. My ideal home would be one that doesn't have other four legged friends or children as I'm not always a big fan of them. I would really love to have a forever home soon because I have a lot of life and love to give. I have been neutered, vaccinated including rabies, negative for heartworms, wormed and micro-chipped.
​Help Support Rascal
Click "DONATE" button below to help cover Rascal's care, including food and medications, while he waits to be adopted.  After choosing amount click "Note" and specify donation is for Rascal.

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​Zeke
Labrador Retriever
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Adult * Male * Large * Tan & Yellow
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About
DATE OF BIRTH

03/16/2018
CHARACTERISTICS
Smart, Gentle, Playful, Affectionate
COAT LENGTH
Short
HOUSE-TRAINED
Yes
HEALTH
Vaccinations up to date, neutered
PREFERS A HOME WITHOUT
Cats, Children, Dogs
ADOPTION FEE
$120
Meet Zeke​

Zeke is a very smart, handsome Lab. He is a big guy but means no harm. While he is very gentle, Zeke is a very large dog and sometimes he forgets how big he is. He loves to play catch and really enjoys playing outside. Zeke needs a forever home where he will always be active and busy doing things. He is a dog that can not live with other dogs or cats. He is leery and cautious with some men. Zeke is neutered, vaccinated including rabies, wormed, tested for Heart worm, and Micro chipped.
Help Support Zeke
Click "DONATE" button below to help cover Zeke's care, including food and medications, while he waits to be adopted.  After choosing amount click "Note" and specify donation is for Zeke.

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