Adult Dogs for Adoption in Avondale, AZ: 30 Grown-Up Dogs Looking for a Home

Say hello to Chickpea! Chickpea is an approximately one-year-old, nine-pound Terrier mix, adoptable through Chi Town Rescue in Phx., Az. When Chickpea first came to the shelter from her former home, she was extremely fearful and wouldn't allow us to pet her without running away or nipping at us. Chickpea has been at the rescue about two months and has made enough progress that we are comfortable listing her for foster or adoption. That said, Chickpea is still fearful with new people and will need a family willing to go slow and let her progress on her own time. Chickpea needs a home with no young children, and a home with a secure yard that she can access for playtime/potty-time.

Background: Meet 6.5 year old 77 pound Athena Shar Pei! She is coming from a home where the family can no longer care for her due to their life changes.

Personality: Athena is a sweet dog with a medium amount of energy. She would love her own family and will do best as the one and only in her home:) She has always been an only princess:)

Health: Athena has been spayed, vaccinated, and microchipped.

Training: She walks on a leash and knows basic training and housetrained to boot!

Y ou will find detailed information and photos, as well as answers to most of your questions, by visiting this dog's bio page:
https://www.whitegsdrescue.com/BIOS/CHUCKY_SBC.HTM

We will be in touch via return email once a Prospective Adopter's Questionnaire is filled out.
Out-of-state adoptions to surrounding states are possible; however, an in-person introduction with us and our dogs is mandatory.
We look forward to working with you to find your new family member. Thank you.
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Background: Meet 1 year old 63 pound Athena! She was found by a very kind person who loved her dearly but was not ready to add another dog to her pack so she patiently searched for a rescue for her. When she was found she weighed 51 pounds and has gained 10 pounds in under a month....another few pounds are still needed:) She truly looks like a mix of an Aussie, Lab, Golden and Great Pyrenees.

Personality: Athena is a sweet dog with a medium amount of energy. She has loved every person and dog she has met. She is very easy going and trusting.

Health: Athena has been spayed, vaccinated, and microchipped.

Sully
MEET SULLY — OUR SWEET YOUNG CANE CORSO!
Meet Sully, a handsome black Cane Corso boy, approximately 8 months to 1 year old, with a heart of gold! ❤️
Sully and his sister were abandoned in the desert. Thankfully, HARTT was able to trap Sully and bring him to safety after someone took his sister home.
Despite his rough start, Sully is an incredibly sweet, social, dog-friendly, and people-loving boy who just wants to please and be loved!
He LOVES playgroup, especially chasing his buddies Diamond and Beauty around the yard. His favorite game is King of the Mountain, where he gets all his friends to chase him! And when playtime is over, he’s always ready for cuddles.
When Sully first arrived, he was terrified to go outside and wanted to run straight back to his kennel.

Zuri
Meet Zuri — From Abandoned in the Desert to Ready for a Family!
This sweet little fawn Cane Corso mix was abandoned by her owner in the desert, left to fend for herself with no food.
Thankfully, one of our amazing rescue volunteers was able to trap her and bring her safely to AZ Mastiff Rescue.
Zuri was skin and bones and literally pooping rocks from trying to survive. It was heartbreaking to see what this little girl had endured.
But look at her now! ❤️ She’s gaining weight, thriving, and showing us what an absolute sweetheart she is!
And we’ve discovered something wonderful about Zuri — she absolutely LOVES children! She’s also dog friendly and enjoys having four-legged friends.
Zuri is a petite little fawn Corso mix, definitely on the smaller side, which makes her even more adorable!
We would absolutely LOVE to find Zuri a family with children to love and spoil her.

Say hello to Buster! Buster is an approximately five-year-old, 25-pound mutt mix, available for adoption through Chi Town Rescue. Buster first came to the shelter in July 2024 with 10 other dogs, as part of a hoarding case in Concho, Az. All of the dogs were fearful to varying degrees and all but three (including Buster) have found forever homes. Buster was one of our hold-outs as far as being comfortable with the humans. A few months ago, Buster broke through those walls and decided to let the humans start petting him! Not only is Buster allowing us to pet him, he will even nudge us if we stop AND offer us his paw to hold (it's the cutest thing!).

Hi, I’m Luna! I’m a 4-year-old Labrador Retriever/Poodle mix weighing about 48 lbs, and I was the proud mama of the Maze Runners litter. I’m ready to find a patient, loving home where I can feel safe, comfortable, and supported as I settle into my next chapter.I’m a quirky girl with some neurological and physical limitations, but with some patience and understanding I can learn how to live my best life with you! I am looking for a home that can keep my daily life safe and comfortable. I’d do best with kids 12 and older. I can coexist with calm, patient four legged companions! Taking it slow with new canine friends will be important.

Hi, I’m Raven! I’m a 2-year-old Husky/Alaskan Malamute mix weighing about 54lbs, and I’m the proud mama of the Things That Are Black litter. My foster describes me as sweet, loving, and wicked smart! I’m also a total velcro girl who loves being close to my people and would happily be your constant companion.I’m a clever girl who is ready to keep learning and would love a family that enjoys training and enrichment. I’m looking for a home where I can stay close to my people and continue building confidence with being on my own. I’m a bit of an escape artist, so I would love a patient family committed to helping me learn that being separated from my people is okay!I’m selective about my dog friends and would likely do best as your one-and-only, I want all your love to myself! I love long walks, enjoying the outdoors, food puzzles and snuggling up with my person! If you’re looking for a loving, incredibly smart companion, I might just be your girl!My adoption fee is $150.

Hi, I'm Eco! I'm a 7-month-old Australian Shepherd/Cattle Dog mix weighing about 44 lbs. My foster describes me as spunky, loving, and always excited for what's next! I'm ready to find an active family to take on all the adventures life has to offer.I love long walks, car rides, Kongs, pup cups, and a good game of fetch! I'm a smart, energetic girl with lots of potential, and I'd love a family who enjoys keeping me busy with training, enrichment, and plenty of exercise. I can be a little wary of new people, especially men, and I'm still learning how to manage my excitement and big feelings, so continued training will be important.

This is a courtesy post for Frosted Faces, Vintage Paws Animal Rescue

This is a courtesy post for Frosted Faces, Vintage Paws Animal Rescue

MEET MEATBALL — YES, THE NAME FITS.

Meatball is exactly what you would expect from a dog named Meatball: big, goofy, handsome, slightly ridiculous, and completely lovable.

This sweet meathead is actually more of a calm, mellow guy. He isn’t looking to run a marathon or solve complicated problems. His goals in life are pretty simple:

Eat good snacks.
Hang out with his people.
Play with a pretty girl dog.
Take a nap.
Repeat.

Meatball loves female dogs and would be happiest in a home with a large-breed female buddy he can romp around with. We haven’t tested him with male dogs yet.

Mabel came into the shelter as a stray with no one to call her own. But instead of letting that change her, she quickly became a volunteer favorite because of her happy, playful, social personality.

This sweet 3-year-old girl has so much going for her.

Very dog social

Good with cats

House trained

Crate trained

Best with kids 5+

Working on her leash manners

Mabel is the kind of dog who just wants to be part of a family. She wants someone to play with, someone to cuddle with, and a home where she knows she belongs.

She has already spent enough time wondering where her people are.

My name is Syracuse, and I’m a handsome male Cane Corso under a year old

Unfortunately, my owners abandoned me, and I suddenly found myself sitting in a scary shelter wondering what happened to my family and everything I knew.

Syracuse absolutely loves people and thrives on human interaction. He enjoys attention, learning new things, and spending time with his people. He's dog friendly too!

MEET HAROLD — BIG PUMPKIN HEAD ALERT! ❤️

My name is Harold, and I’m a stunning 2-year-old English Mastiff with a giant pumpkin head and the personality to match.

I am pretty much the epitome of a lazy English Mastiff. My dream life? Give me a comfy couch, a soft bed, some good snacks, and my people nearby, and I’m one happy boy.

I’m people friendly and dog friendly, and I could live with kids over the age of 6. I’m a big, strong Mastiff boy, though, so little humans can easily get knocked over by my oversized self.

Now… we need to talk about my leash manners.

My name is Bruce, and I’m about 3 years old. I’m a pretty calm, mellow guy who is just looking for a family to call my own.

What breed am I? Well… that’s still up for debate!
Cane Corso? Boerboel? Mastiff? Bullsomething.... A little bit of everything?

Whatever I am, one thing is for sure — I’m pure sweetness.

I’m house trained and crate trained, and overall, I’m just a really good boy. I don’t need to be the center of constant excitement. I’m perfectly happy hanging out with my people, relaxing, and enjoying the good life.

Since coming into rescue, I’ve also discovered something very important…

TREATS!

PLEASE NOTE: This dog is courtesy posted for another individual or Rescue. Different policies and fees may apply

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Call 480-331-4188 to learn more or arrange a meeting.

Meet Annabelle, a sweet young girl with a little wobble and so much love to give.

At approximately 1 year old and 49 pounds, Annabelle has already experienced too much uncertainty. Born in a shelter, she has lost two homes and is now waiting in a boarding facility for someone who will give her the lasting love and stability she deserves.

Asha is a very sweet and fun girl! This young est. 6 month old bully mix comes from a very abusive home and is learning about being a dog. She is still learning leash skills, dog interaction skills, and cat interaction skills. She discovered toys and playtime. She is house trained with a schedule and routine. She is good with my dogs and cats but plays rough with cats. She grew up with five cats in her original home but believes she is the size of a cat and plays a bit rough – I do not allow her to interact with my cats without supervision. She is kennel trained. She loves to snuggle. We are still working on bringing the toys back when playing fetch and her playtime is exuberant.

Meet sweet miss Lexi! She is a 9.5-year-old, 30-pound Soft-Coated Wheaten Terrier mix and a complete angel.

Lexi came to us after having two very loving, devoted homes, but due to her former owner's serious medical issues, she has landed safely in our care. This sweet girl goes with the flow—as long as someone is ready to give her love, she is all for it!

Personality & Home Life:

You will find detailed information and photos, as well as answers to most of your questions, by visiting this dog's bio page:
https://www.whitegsdrescue.com/BIOS/ROSIE_MISSY_KERN.HTM

We will be in touch via return email once a Prospective Adopter's Questionnaire is filled out.
Out-of-state adoptions to surrounding states are possible; however, an in-person introduction with us and our dogs is mandatory.
We look forward to working with you to find your new family member. Thank you.
WANT TO KNOW MORE ABOUT WHITE GERMAN SHEPHERDS? PLEASE VISIT
http://www.whitegermanshepherd.org

You will find detailed information and photos, as well as answers to most of your questions, by visiting this dog's bio page:
https://www.whitegsdrescue.com/BIOS/ROSIE_MISSY_KERN.HTM

We will be in touch via return email once a Prospective Adopter's Questionnaire is filled out.
Out-of-state adoptions to surrounding states are possible; however, an in-person introduction with us and our dogs is mandatory.
We look forward to working with you to find your new family member. Thank you.
WANT TO KNOW MORE ABOUT WHITE GERMAN SHEPHERDS? PLEASE VISIT
http://www.whitegermanshepherd.org

Travis was found as a stray, doing his best to get by on his own — and now he's ready for someone to give him the home he's always deserved.

This handsome boy is as easygoing as he is gorgeous. He walks great on a leash, already follows basic commands, and has been good with every dog he's met so far. Even sweeter? He's been cute and gentle with kids too — a real testament to the good heart he's carried through everything he's been on his own.

Travis is proof that a dog can come from nothing and still show up ready to love. All he needs now is a family willing to give him the structure and consistency to keep thriving.

Meet Carly! Carly came to our rescue from a shelter (Huesito's Rescue) in Hermosillo, Mexico. We help out Huesitos Rescue from time to time when they are over-crowded, and a portion of each dog's adoption fee goes directly to that rescue. Carly was very shy/fearful when she first came to our shelter but has really blossomed in the time she's spent with us so far. She does still display some fear-based behaviors when meeting new people. We will detail those in the next section, but we want to lead with Carly's best paw forward! Once Carly knows and trusts you, she will follow you around and seek out attention. Carly is a curious and cuddly dog who loves lap time with her human friends (and belly rubs!). Carly is social with other dogs and enjoys running and playing. She has a fun moderate energy level. Now on to the more "serious" stuff...

MEET MAXIMUS — CAN YOU SAY HUGE HUNK OF LOVE?! That pretty much describes Maximus perfectly! Maximus is approximately 3½–4 years old and one seriously BIG, handsome boy. He was a shelter favorite in California, but when no one came for him, he ended up on the euthanasia list. Thankfully, we were able to get him out at the last hour. Maximus is past all those crazy puppy antics and is a pretty cool, calm and mellow guy. Female-dog friendly Has not yet been tested with male dogs Not dog reactive Does pretty well on a leash Not a jumper Mellow and easygoing Learning that treats are actually pretty awesome! So far, cow ears and bully sticks have definitely won his approval.

Madea is about 4 years old and came to us from a shelter in Northern California, where she was extremely scared, undersocialized and overwhelmed by the shelter environment. We were already there pulling another dog when we saw her, and we just couldn’t stand the thought of her losing her life simply because there were too many dogs and not enough space. Once you give Madea a little time to warm up, you discover the sweetest, gentlest little girl. House trained Calm and quiet Nice house manners Not destructive Male AND female dog friendly Loves to cuddle Gentle, soft personality Sadly, Madea has spent about 4½ months in boarding simply because we didn’t have an open foster space for her.

MEET GWEN!
Gwen is a beautiful Cane Corso with a sweet, soft temperament. She can be a little shy at first, but once she feels comfortable, her loving personality really comes through. ❤️
Gwen is: Crate trained House trained Dog friendly Great in the car Easygoing and gentle A total cuddle bug
She loves her chew toys and some of her favorite treats are cow ears, lamb ears, and chicken feet!
Gwen would love a home where she can feel safe, loved, and included as part of the family. She’s an easygoing girl with a gentle heart who just wants people of her own to cuddle with.
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MEET MISS NOVA

Nova is a Cane Corso with a great personality, good with kids and good with dogs — a mom who's done an incredible job raising her girls and now deserves her own turn to be taken care of.

Someone get this queen her Gordita Crunch and her forever home. She's earned both.

Meet Squish! Squish is an adorable and squishable pit mix puppy who was rescued from the county shelter as a sick baby. He is a parvo survivor! Squish is 100% puppy. He hasn't met a person he doesn't like, a carpet he won't pee on, or a shoe he won't chew. Squish is playful, energetic, loving, friendly, and loves to be with people. He is doing well with potty training but still has a ways to go before he is completely potty trained. He does know how to use a dog door if you have one in your home. Squish loves playing with other dogs! He tends to be a little scared at first but warms up quickly and gets right to wrestling.

❤️ MEET HAPPY GILMORE! ❤️
Gilmore is about 1 year old, a Mastiff mix, dog friendly, people loving, toy obsessed, and one of the happiest goofballs you’ll ever meet.
This sweet boy was dumped alone in an orchard in California’s Central Valley and survived nearly two weeks in coyote country before finally finding safety.
Now Gilmore is with AZ Mastiff Rescue, living with his foster BFF and continuing his training through board & train. He’s smart, eager to please, loves car rides, and is especially obsessed with BALLS!
Despite everything he survived, Gilmore absolutely LOVES LIFE.
He’s ready for the best chapter yet…
A forever family of his own.
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