Thelma and Louise (bonded) - Pit Bull Terrier Dog for Adoption in Lacon, Illinois

Thelma was born in December of 2018. Louise was born in January of 2021. This is a mother-daughter terrier combo. They are at the shelter because life made some unexpected twists and turns with their family. These are great dogs. They were well cared for in their home and with vet care. Their owner left detailed notes in their file, including their details about their personalities, eating habits, and routines. The big questions that people ask...
Are they housebroken? YES
Are they crate trained? YES
Do they get along with kids? YES
Do they get along with other dogs ? YES
Do they get along with cats? UNKNOWN

When you visit, we can share the details that their owner provided to us. Their return was because of a life change, not because they did anything wrong. Please give this bonded pair a look.

The ARK
477 State Route 26
Lacon, IL
309-246-4275

https://thearkanimalshelter.org

Adoption Hours
Mon-Wed, Fri 12-2
Sat 11-3
Thurs 5-8 p.m.

Cats and dogs are spayed/neutered, microchipped, and current on vaccines before they leave The ARK.

Adoption Application
https://thearkanimalshelter.org/adopt/adoption-application/
*or fill out a hard copy during adoption hours

*Must be 21-years-old to adopt.

The ARK does vet checks. To speed up the adoption process during open viewing hours, we encourage adopters to bring along copies of their vet records, which would include proof of spay-neuters, up-to-date on vaccines, and proof of heartworm testing and prevention for dogs.

*We are a volunteer-based rescue. We do not have the resources to view and respond to all questions pertaining to specific animals on Facebook. Please call during adoption hours if you have specific questions about specific animals.

The Pit Bull Terrier is a resilient and loyal breed known for its muscular build and loving nature. Originally bred for bull baiting and later dog fighting, Pit Bulls today are beloved family pets cherished for their gentle temperament and playful personality. With proper training and socialization, Pit Bull Terriers make affectionate companions that thrive on human interaction. Recognized for their strength and agility, these dogs require regular exercise and mental stimulation to channel their energy positively, reinforcing their reputation as devoted and trainable pets.