Kid-Friendly Dogs for Adoption in Avondale, AZ: 30 Dogs Good with Children

Hi! My name is Relish and I am from the Pickles litter. My siblings and I were transferred to ATR by some Rescue friends after an accidental litter! Now, we have a safe and loving place to stay until we find our furever home! I will be available on 11/8/26, I can’t wait to meet you!Think we might be a perfect match? Visit adoptapup.as.me to schedule your appointment. I can't wait to find my forever family!

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!

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.

MEET WINNIE!
13 Weeks Old | Female Mastiff Mix | Sweet as Can Be! ❤️
Looking for a sweet, affectionate puppy to add to your family? Meet our adorable little Winnie!
Winnie is a 13-week-old Mastiff mix with a gentle, sweet personality and a whole lot of love to give!
This little girl can be a little shy when first meeting new people, but give her a little time to warm up, and you’ll discover what an affectionate sweetheart she really is! She loves attention, enjoys being loved on, and especially seems to have a soft spot for men! ❤️
Winnie is dog friendly, cat friendly, and kid friendly! She’s still a baby, learning all about the big world around her.
A Little More About Winnie:
13-week-old female Mastiff mix Very dog friendly Cat friendly Kid friendly ❤️ A little shy initially, but very affectionate once comfortable Absolutely loves men! Working on house training Sweet, gentle, and still learning about life!
Winnie’s ideal home MUST have another dog!
Having a four-legged companion will help Winnie build her confidence as she grows.

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.

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.

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.

Honey buns
MEET HONEY BUNS!
Yes, we know… HONEY BUNS! His foster family’s kids picked his name, so Honey Buns it is… at least for now! LOL!
This adorable 5-month-old male Cane Corso is one happy, playful little guy who is ready to find his forever family! ❤️
Honey Buns loves playing with toys, splashing around in play pools, and romping with his four-legged friends. He’s a typical happy puppy who just wants to play, have fun, and be loved!
A little about Honey Buns:
Dog friendly! Needs a home with another dog, preferably a female. Good with children! Crate trained and almost house trained. Loves toys and playing in the water.

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.

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.

Hi! My name is St. Petersburg from the Florida Cities Litter! I was brought to ATR on 8/20/26 after my mama was found pregnant as a stray. Now, we have a safe and loving place to stay until we find our furever home! You can schedule an appointment to meet me on 9/19/26 I can’t wait to meet you!Think we might be a perfect match? Visit adoptapup.as.me to schedule your appointment. I can't wait to find my forever family!

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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Background: Rowan and his siblings came to rescue with their mom, Beans, from an overcrowded off-grid home in the desert. Their owner loved them deeply and reached out for help so each puppy could have the opportunity to find a wonderful forever family. Rowan has been loved and handled since birth and is growing up as a happy, well-socialized puppy.

MEET MATER!
Mater is a 2-year-old male Cane Corso with the sweetest, most mellow personality. He has a wonderful middle-of-the-road temperament and is truly a gentle soul. ❤️
Mater is extremely dog friendly and is currently living with other dogs in his foster home. He enjoys canine companionship so much that we would love to see him placed in a home with another dog. In fact, this social butterfly once jumped the fence just so he could go play with the neighbor’s German Shepherd!
Mater is: House trained Crate trained Great with other dogs Rides well in the car Loves toys Sweet, mellow and affectionate An all-around amazing family dog
Mater’s story started in California, where he was abandoned and thankfully found by a Good Samaritan who made sure he was safe.

MEET MANGO!
Mango is a beautiful 2–3-year-old Mastiff mix with the sweetest personality. She is super loving, mellow, easygoing, and just an all-around wonderful dog.
Great with kids Great with other dogs Easy on a leash Loves going for car rides Affectionate, calm, and happy to just hang out with her people
Mango is interested in cats, so a home with cats would require more management, proper introductions, and supervision.
If you’re looking for a sweet, chill companion who can fit right into family life, Mango may be your girl. ❤️
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Meet Vader! This handsome 1year-old Cane Corso is exactly the kind of easygoing boy that makes a great first Corso. Vader lived in a home with several adults and multiple other dogs, and he did great with all of them — big dogs, small dogs, no drama, no stress. He's just along for the ride. Vader isn't a particularly driven or protective dog in the home, which makes him a wonderfully low-key presence for someone newer to the breed. He has no stranger danger and settles in easily — he even did well crate trained, though he can be a bit shy at first until he warms up. Vader's previous family made the tough decision to rehome him and a few of their other dogs after realizing they had taken on more than they could manage.

My name is Spot not sure why I was named that its a silly name but here we are. I have been in foster with a wonderful family and am looking for my forever home.

I thrive in a home with other dogs (both make and female) and know basic commands. Once I get my cherry eye fixed I will be even more hanbdsome!

Meet Bruce!

Bruce is a 8-month-old mastiff mix who is ready to steal your heart! This sweet boy is up to date on all his vaccinations and already crate trained — talk about a great start.

Bruce is food motivated, which makes him a joy to train, and he's already showing off his leash manners with lovely walks. He gets along wonderfully with other dogs — his current favorite friend is a young male pup he loves to play with.

Sophie is a cane corso puppy - thriving with her foster home and looking for her forever home!

Fully crate and potty trained
Dog friendly - she's getting along wonderfully with her foster brother, Major
Great with visitors - Her foster had contractors coming in and out of her house and Sophie handled all of the activity beautifully

MEET MOLLY!

Molly is a sweet female Cane Corso with so much love to give! ❤️

She is dog friendly and does well with kids over 7 years old. Molly could happily go into a home with another dog, but she would also be perfectly content as your one-and-only girl, soaking up all the love and attention for herself!

Molly is incredibly affectionate and loves her people. She enjoys going for walks, rides great in the car, and she’ll even let you dress her up. She’s just an easy girl to love and would make a wonderful companion for the right family.

Molly is ready for her forever home!

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My name is Nena, and I promise I'm just as sweet as I look.

I'm a Mastiff girl, about two years old, and I made the long trip here all the way from California after the people who were supposed to love me decided they didn't want me anymore. It hurt — but I haven't let it turn me hard. I'm still easygoing, still good on my manners, and still ready to trust the right person with my whole heart.

I guess you could say I'm proof that even after being let down, a girl can believe in love again. All I need now is a soft place to land and a family who'll give me the stability I deserve.

Could that be you?

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Meet Clark – Your New Best Friend!

If you're looking for a loyal, loving, and goofy companion, then Clark might just be your perfect match!

Clark is a handsome 4-year-old Hound Dog weighing about 70 pounds. He has a heart as big as his smile and is truly one of the sweetest dogs you'll ever meet. Whether he's cuddling up beside you on the couch or playing with his canine friends, Clark is happiest when he's surrounded by love.

Meet River & Flora
These two beautiful girls have already survived so much together. River and Flora were found trapped in the LA River channel for over 48 hours, struggling just to stay on their feet. By the time they were finally rescued, they were exhausted and could barely walk.
Long Beach Animal Shelter stepped up for these sweet girls, and AZ Mastiff Rescue went to bring them to safety.
Their cherry eye surgeries are now done, and River and Flora are ready for their forever home. These girls are truly bonded — they eat together, sleep together, play together, and love each other so much. They are like two peas in a pod.
Flora is about 5–6 years old, and River is about 1–2 years old.
They are house trained, have nice house manners, are dog friendly, and are quiet, calm, mellow couch potatoes.

Meet River & Flora
These two beautiful girls have already survived so much together. River and Flora were found trapped in the LA River channel for over 48 hours, struggling just to stay on their feet. By the time they were finally rescued, they were exhausted and could barely walk.
Long Beach Animal Shelter stepped up for these sweet girls, and AZ Mastiff Rescue went to bring them to safety.
Their cherry eye surgeries are now done, and River and Flora are ready for their forever home. These girls are truly bonded — they eat together, sleep together, play together, and love each other so much. They are like two peas in a pod.
Flora is about 5–6 years old, and River is about 1–2 years old.
They are house trained, have nice house manners, are dog friendly, and are quiet, calm, mellow couch potatoes.

Meet Bam!

Bam is a 15-month-old giant goofy puppy, born February 2025, and he is ready to find his forever home. He is up to date on vaccinations, house trained, crate trained, playful, affectionate, and very people-oriented.

Bam truly thinks he is a lap dog in a giant body. He loves cuddles, rubs, naps, and being close to his people. He can have fun high-energy spurts like a big toddler, but overall he is a sweet, silly, emotionally connected boy who just wants to be loved.

Meet Mayflower!

Mayflower is a beautiful 3-year-old girl looking for her forever home. She is house trained, crate trained, and has wonderful house manners.
Mayflower would be perfect for someone who wants just one dog. She is independent, happy doing her own thing, and enjoys a calm routine. She loves bully sticks, toys, and soaking up attention from the people around her.
She is good with kids and loves everyone she meets. Mayflower is sweet, easygoing, and ready to be someone’s loyal companion.

Meet Bailey!

Bailey is a sweet 2 yr old female Bullmastiff who came to rescue after her owner sadly passed away. She and her best friend, Maverick , a handsome fawn Bullmastiff, suddenly found themselves needing a new forever home.

Bailey is house trained, loving, and wonderful with older kids. She is bonded with Maverick, and the two absolutely love being together. They enjoy companionship, comfort, and being close to their people.

Bailey and Maverick are looking for a home that will love them both and let them stay together where they belong. They are a beautiful pair with so much love to give.

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Meet Indy,

If you have a one-dog-shaped hole in your heart, this sweet girl is ready to fill it. She is an affectionate, loyal, and loving pup who thrives when she gets to be the center of attention. While she can be selective with other dogs and has occasionally done well with small dogs, she would truly blossom in an only-pet home where she can soak up all the love she deserves.