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Rescue, shelter and volunteer opportunities for the adoption of pit bulls and other animals

  1. Important Thread Important: Rules for listing personal dogs for adoption

    Dear Members, While situations can occur which alter lifestyles, the surrendering of your animal is a hard one. Please note, this forum will allow you to rehoming of your animal. However there are guidelines that need to be followed. Unless an exception has been made by Admin. ...

    Started by Cynthia‎, 05-26-2011 12:12 PM
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  2. Important Thread Important: How?

    How Could You? When I was a puppy, I entertained you with my antics and made you laugh. You called me your child, and despite a number of chewed shoes and a couple of murdered throw pillows, I became your best friend. Whenever I was "bad," you'd shake your finger at me and ask "How could...

    Started by dragonknight‎, 08-04-2005 03:43 PM
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  1. Book Hopes To Change Misconceptions About Pit Bulls

    Book Hopes To Change Misconceptions About Pit Bulls April 14, 2013 10:28 AM CHICAGO (CBS) – When most people hear about Pit Bulls, it’s usually a story about an attack or dog fighting. That’s a stereotype animal advocates are trying to change. WBBM’s Steve Grzanich reports on one effort –...

    Started by 3MTA3‎, 04-14-2013 06:09 PM
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  2. No Kill movement offers common-sense solutions to mass euthanasia

    Fighting for Life No Kill movement offers common-sense solutions to mass euthanasia By Hannah McCartney · September 19th, 2012 · News Seven-month-old pit bull mix Oreo, dark chocolatey brown with all-white paws, was, at one time, the “miracle dog.” In 2009, Oreo’s owner hurled her from...

    Started by 3MTA3‎, 09-19-2012 01:43 PM
    • Replies: 2
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    03-22-2013, 09:44 AM Go to last post
  3. Unhappy Rehoming 4 month old blue pit

    Hi I am moving to a place that does not allow pits and I have no other choice right now. I found this guy at 8 weeks old as stray. He LOVES people and kids. He's a little defensive at first with other dogs but he warms up to them. He does play rough with other dogs though. He is almost done...

    Started by Leooo‎, 06-10-2012 09:12 PM
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    03-17-2013, 08:30 PM Go to last post
  4. Ripples in the Rescue World

    The following is a A blog by: Ripples in the Rescue World | Paws Abilities Ripples in the Rescue World Posted on February 18, 2013 While I’ve been active in the shelter and rescue community for over 13 years, I rarely write about this topic. This is quite intentional. Dog rescue is an...

    Started by 3MTA3‎, 02-24-2013 08:02 PM
    • Replies: 1
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    03-01-2013, 10:59 PM Go to last post
  5. shelter dog...handsome

    At the present time i am unable to own a dog due to regulations in my complex.To help fill my desire to be with apbt i, volunter at the local shelter walking dogs,and working on basic skills....sit,stay,jumping.... Recently a apbt was found tied to a fence, severly undernurished,with mange,he is...

    Started by sweetscience‎, 12-10-2012 08:54 AM
    • Replies: 10
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    02-21-2013, 01:47 PM Go to last post
  6. Reaching Out!!!!!

    I'm located in Iowa. Willing to travel to get this dog into safe hands. There is a small rescue that has had this Pit named Twist for over a year. He is neutered, crate trained, house trained, and good with other dogs. Situations recently changed and he is now at risk. I am...

    Started by Lovin_Life27‎, 01-08-2013 11:09 AM
    • Replies: 6
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    01-28-2013, 04:02 PM Go to last post
  7. Unhappy NC: SPCA of Franklin County Shutting Down..

    It is with a heavy heart that I write to you today. After nine years of operating the SPCA of Franklin County will be shutting down effective January 31, 2013 unless I have ten people step forward and commit to keeping the doors open. I started the SPCA of FC back in 2003 with the goal of...

    Started by 3MTA3‎, 01-01-2013 10:39 AM
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    01-15-2013, 08:28 AM Go to last post
  8. Daytona shelter rescues animals after superstorm Sandy

    By Katie Kustura STAFF WRITER Published: Tuesday, November 13, 2012 at 8:05 p.m. Last Modified: Tuesday, November 13, 2012 at 8:05 p.m. DAYTONA BEACH — A pickup full of puppies, a few kittens and a few full-grown dogs and cats from storm-wrecked neighborhoods in Staten Island, N.Y., have found...

    Started by 3MTA3‎, 11-15-2012 07:03 PM
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    11-15-2012, 07:03 PM Go to last post
  9. North AL: To good home

    I am reluctantly having to place my APBT of three years up for adoption. Upon returning from OIF 09-10 with the Army I bought my dog Fenway from BradyFL. He has been my best friend and faithful companion throughout everything since I've returned home. He likes to run with me and go hiking, but most...

    Started by Belcher256‎, 10-19-2012 10:32 PM
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    10-19-2012, 10:38 PM Go to last post
  10. Pit bull x Akita mix?

    Anyone have a picture of one of these guys they'd care to share??

    Started by ABK‎, 01-23-2007 03:27 PM
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    08-25-2012, 07:50 AM Go to last post
  11. bullyson/eli jr female for adoption to pet home

    4 years old and ADBA registered. Very shy, very sweet little bitch. Not house trained by any means shes fine in the house under constant supervision but she will go when she has/wants to. Plays fine with most dogs but can turn into a very destructive animal if things escalate so needs to be in a...

    Started by Naustroms‎, 08-15-2012 07:51 AM
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    08-16-2012, 02:14 AM Go to last post
  12. Talking Pit Bull rescue KY

    I am looking hard and trying to figure out if there is a Pit bull rescue in western KY. We are looking to buy a home and are seriously considering doing a Pit Bull rescue. Our thoughts at this time are to build indoor/outdoor heated/AC runs. I know we cannot save them all (sure wish we could) but...

    Started by ameribulldog2003‎, 02-11-2006 09:45 PM
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    08-05-2012, 08:21 PM Go to last post
  13. Why would a shelter/rescue discourage adoptions?

    Shelters and rescues exist primarily for two reasons -- to be a safe haven for homeless pets until they find their forever home and to help these pets find their homes. And yet, every year around this time, I find it amazing at how many shelters and rescues are actively out DISCOURAGING...

    Started by KC Dog Blog‎, 12-15-2011 11:30 AM
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    05-30-2012, 11:16 AM Go to last post
  14. Exclamation Maryland is not a good place for Pit Bulls.

    At least this has been my experience this week. 4 days ago someone dumped two females; about 8 months old I guess, off at the end of my drive way. The first two days were awful. Food aggression , bloody fighting, diarrhea and being unable to confine them plus my own dogs stress level, plus kids...

    Started by CorgiLovesPit‎, 05-18-2012 05:03 PM
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    05-19-2012, 07:50 PM Go to last post
  15. MO: Canine distemper hits Sedalia Animal Shelter

    Canine distemper hits Sedalia Animal Shelter Emily Jarrett The Sedalia Democrat, Sedalia, Mo. 5:25 a.m. CDT, May 5, 2012 An outbreak of canine distemper in the Sedalia Animal Shelter forced the shelter's executive board to approve the euthanization of 28 dogs this week. The shelter was...

    Started by 3MTA3‎, 05-06-2012 08:51 PM
    distemper, sedalia
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    05-08-2012, 12:24 AM Go to last post
  16. Valentines Date with AWLA.org (VA) Adoptable Gaston

    :puppykisses: Sunday, February 12, 2012: Myriam Bourdain, Laine Coates, and Alison Coates, winners of the “Win a Date with Gaston” contest shared a romantic evening with AWLA.org adoptable American Bull Dog – Pit Bull Mix, Gaston (ID#A037748), at Dogma Bakery in the Village at Shirlington. A...

    Started by Jeannette Louise‎, 02-13-2012 09:31 AM
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    02-13-2012, 09:31 AM Go to last post
  17. A Day in Their Paws

    February 11, 2012 Humane Society volunteers call event a success By Abbey Doyle The Herald Bulletin ANDERSON, Ind. — Jennifer Bridges hunkered down into the concrete kennel with her bunkmate for the night — pit bull Jake. Bridges, the assistant director of the Madison County Humane...

    Started by 3MTA3‎, 02-12-2012 03:35 PM
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    02-12-2012, 03:35 PM Go to last post
  18. FL: Defining No Kill for all

    Defining No Kill for all By Kris Weiskopf Published: Tuesday, Jan. 31, 2012 Updated: Tuesday, Jan. 31, 2012 When I started my career with Animal Services, the concept of a No Kill community was not in the vocabulary, nor was it even a concept. Today, it is a reality, not only in Manatee County...

    Started by 3MTA3‎, 02-06-2012 08:23 AM
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    02-06-2012, 08:23 AM Go to last post
  19. Win a date with Gaston (Arlington,VA)

    :candlelight:Win a romantic candlelight dinner for two with Gaston, ID#A037748, an adoptable American Bulldog and Pit Bull Terrier mix at the Animal Welfare League of Arlington (VA). Sponsored by the AWLA, the AWLA Pit Crew, and Dogma Bakery. For Details visit: ...

    Started by Jeannette Louise‎, 02-05-2012 03:12 PM
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    02-05-2012, 03:12 PM Go to last post
  20. biiig male.. ELI / JEEP / REDBOY ..?????

    I have a young male that i need to find a home for ,he's a lil rangey , nothing is wrong with him..he's just sitting around back there so i figured some one mite enjoy him..born 03/19/2010 ,so he's still a young dog about 49-50 lbs rite now.. very active and energetic..MITE BE A LIL WILD, so HE'S...

    Started by BIGTEXAS‎, 02-05-2012 02:26 PM
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    02-05-2012, 02:30 PM Go to last post
  21. IL: Pit bulls seek true love at Kendall shelter

    Pit bulls seek true love at Kendall shelter By Jenette Sturges January 31, 2012 2:42PM Kendall County Animal Control is hosting a pity party this Valentine’s Day. But everyone, alone or committed, is invited, so long as they have room in their hearts and homes for a pit bull. “Pit bulls...

    Started by 3MTA3‎, 02-01-2012 06:26 PM
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    02-03-2012, 10:20 AM Go to last post
  22. Free Redboy/Jeep

    Due to events in my life at this time I am no longer able to care for my APBT. If interested and in California please send me a message.

    Started by mrstranger‎, 01-26-2012 02:29 PM
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    01-29-2012, 11:14 PM Go to last post
  23. Watch AWLA (Arlington, VA) Adoptable Gaston go down the slide!

    :puppykisses: Animal Welfare League of Arlington (VA) Volunteer Gary S. and I took the League’s beloved, adoptable, American Bulldog/ Pit Bull Terrier mix Gaston, ID# A037748, to the Mini Park. Watch: Gaston goes down the slide! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yh9KetCmIPk&feature=youtu.be And...

    Started by Jeannette Louise‎, 01-27-2012 10:34 AM
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  24. B-boy breaks negative Pit Bull image (Washington, DC)

    :party: B-boy, Animal ID# 14133873, is an adoptable black and white Pit Bull Terrier Mix at the Washington Humane Society. B-Thanks to Jen Flach, WHS Foster Mom and Founder of Presidential Pits, B-boy is on a Positive Path: ...

    Started by Jeannette Louise‎, 12-29-2011 01:38 PM
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    12-29-2011, 01:38 PM Go to last post
  25. all i want for christmass.....

    I love dogs,unfortunately i am not allowed to own one in the complex i live in. I Deceided to volunteer at a local shelter walking dogs to get my doggy fix. My wife and family know how much i love dogs and warned me you are going to fall in love with one and quess what happend........ i did. I...

    Started by sweetscience‎, 12-24-2011 07:10 AM
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    12-27-2011, 09:48 PM Go to last post
  26. Cool “My name is Gaston; I am an individual.”

    Gaston is an adoptable American Bulldog and Pit Bull Terrier mix at the Animal Welfare League of Arlington (VA). The AWLA Adoption Staff and volunteers work tirelessly, training and socializing, to prepare adoptable companion animals like Gaston for their Forever Family. This is his story: ...

    Started by Jeannette Louise‎, 12-12-2011 04:55 AM
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    12-12-2011, 05:32 AM Go to last post
  27. Pit mix in need of home in California

    My co-worker needs to rehome her pitbull. She would love to keep it but won't be able to so she needs a new home. We are looking for someone in California that will be able to give her a place to live. Send me a PM ASAP , she is in the bay area and her name is HONEY

    Started by SacRedboyOwner‎, 12-07-2011 06:40 PM
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    12-11-2011, 07:34 PM Go to last post
  28. rspca now focusing on prosecutions by taking in less unwanted animals.

    http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/newsvideo/7613961/RSPCA-plans-to-reject-unwanted-pets-to-cut-costs.html lets not forget these scumbags are one of the richest "charities" in the uk!!the dirty fucks!!:mad:

    Started by doubletap‎, 11-24-2011 07:38 AM
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    11-25-2011, 01:14 PM Go to last post
  29. Looking to adopt !

    Hello :) I have been looking for a couple months now for a pit and would preferably like to adopt.. any age is fine. I live in Nova Scotia, Canada and I haven't found any rescues around here .. but if you know of any please let me know or sites that i can check out.. traveling is not a big...

    Started by SavePits‎, 11-22-2011 12:59 PM
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    11-22-2011, 12:59 PM Go to last post
  30. Cool 2 Year Old Female

    I am helping to rehome a 2 yr old fixed female. I will be screening homes. Tiva is super smart. She is Sorrells, Crenshaw, Woods and OFR. She is in CA and needs to be the only dog in the house. PM if interested

    Started by NorCalTim‎, 11-18-2011 05:38 AM
    • Replies: 5
    • Views: 999
    11-20-2011, 03:18 PM Go to last post

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