ASTAO is NOT a rescue! However, we do strive to provide as much information as possible to Pit Bull owners. Here you will find both Rescue and Training referrals that are Pit Bull friendly.

There are many reasons owners have to release dogs to a rescue or shelter. If training is not the answer to your problem, ASTAO also provides Pit Bull friendly rescue and shelter referrals. ALL dogs that enter into a rescue program, and adopted out from a reputable rescue program, should be spay or neutered, and of sound mind. Below you will find rescues and shelters that have been recommended to ASTAO. If you do not find a shelter in your area, please visit Pit Bull Rescue Central at: www.pbrc.net. If you would like to refer a rescue or shelter, please contact: rescue@astao.org.

Many times, owners search for a rescue or release dogs to a shelter because the sweet, playful puppy they had turns into a rambunctious, unruly dog. However, a new home is not the answer here! If there are problems you are experiencing, many times a trainer can give you the results you are looking for and restore control in the home environment. Please search below to find a trainer in your area. If you do not find a trainer in your area below, or if you would like to refer a great, Pit Bull friendly trainer, please contact: training@astao.org.

We are a Pit Bull Rescue/Rehabilitation located in metro Atlanta, GA. Please visit our site as new dogs are available for adoption regularly. We can also be found on Pit Bull Rescue Central.

Central Rescue & Rehab (CR&R) is a non-profit organization whose primary mission is to reduce the epidemic of pet overpopulation and the euthanasia of adoptable animals located in the Northeastern United States.

Northeast, IL

Homes for Endangered and Lost Pets (H.E.L.P.)

Homes for Endangered and Lost Pets is a state-licensed and not-for-profit organization. It was formed by members who recognized the need for an all-volunteer humane system of rescuing lost or homeless animals, providing medical care and a temporary home while a suitable permanent home could be found.

Hollywood North Canine Training & Talent

Referred By: Darrin
Comment: “They are really great here. The trainer, Scott Taylor, thinks we have a great dog, and he likes the breed.”

Pit Bull Training and education!!!

Arizona (Phoenix)

Desert Winds Dog Training

Comment from trainer: "I believe you need to ‘listen’ to the dog and have a true understanding of how a dogs mind works. Imagine a world where you need to work and are completely dependent on someone for everything you need but they speak a foreign language that you cannot understand!. . . it is quite simple to get in their minds and speak to them in their language so they can work to please you.”

California (Long Beach)

California Canine Services

Referred by: purebredpuppy.com screen name “Beth or Eddie”
Comment: “I took my male Neo to her and after just 3 or 4 weeks of training he got his CGC. I was very happy with that. In the CGC, they do a sit and down stay and Neo was just 6 months old and did it all with out a problem. Go check out her web site. She does offer a lot.”

Florida (Loxahatchee)

Juno's Pride Kennels

Referred by: purebredpuppy.com screen name “lockjawkennels”
Comment from the trainer: “Our facility is at our home on 10 acres. We use positive reinforcement for our training. We train all breeds. We do basic obedience training, advanced (off leash), competition obedience and conformation. We also work on any and all behavior problems.”

Maryland (Baltimore)

Mutt Magic

Comment from trainer: "I have been training APBT's for a few years now, both at basic pet obedience and competition levels. They are very enjoyable, smart, and fun to train."

Maryland (Rockville)

Dog Sense Unlimited

601-10 Dover Road, Rockville, MD 20850, (301) 340-8766

Referred by: Aja Harris
Comment: “Dog Sense is a great facility. The staff is wonderful, and I have had nothing but good experiences here.”

Maryland/DC/Virginia

Sound Canine Services

Referred by: purebredpuppy.com screen name “Okye”
Comment: “He has titled the American Pit Bull Terrier in Schutzhund, which covers tracking, OB, and Protection. He has also titled them to the level of a FH in tracking. He got his own little girl Muxy certified on 5 different scents for drugs. He is one of 2 training directors for the Common Wealth Working Dog Club of VA and just a cool guy.”

Massachusetts

Sage Dawg Services

info@sagedawg.com