Adopt a Pit Bull

Thank you for your interest in a rescued pit bull! We take the adoption process very seriously and hope you will, too.

We want you to think this decision through and be fully aware of the challenges that come with pet ownership. We want you to treat the animal as a full participating member of your household. Adopting a pet should be looked upon as a lifelong commitment of love and responsibility for the welfare of that animal, just as you would have for a human member of your family.

The entire process can take 1-3 weeks to process, so please be patient and understand if you live outside of the Greater Richmond Area, the process may take longer. Our goal is to place the right pit bull in the right home.

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Ring Dog Adoption Process

Our adoption process intentionally has several steps and cannot be completed in one day.

  1. Fill out an Adoption Application
  2. Phone interview
  3. Reference Checks
  4. Meet and greet with the dog you are interested in (and any dogs you may have)
  5. Home inspection
  6. 1 week trial run (in home)
  7. Finalize adoption (contract, collection of adoption fee and transfer of medical records)

Our adoption fee is due at the BEGINNING of your week trial, and includes spay or neuter, rabies (if of age), vaccinations, worming, microchip and any other medical required for the health of the particular animal.

Adoption Fees

  • Pit Bull Type Dogs $150.00*
  • Rottweilers $150.00*
  • English Bull dogs $300.00

The entire process can take 1-3 weeks to process, so please be patient and understand if you live outside of the Greater Richmond Area, the process may take longer. Our goal is to place the right pit bull in the right home.

If you're considering or want to find a new home your pit bull breed dog, click here for more information.

Downloadable files

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Adoptables

Wheelie

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Breed
Pit Bull Terrier
Gender
Male


Wheelie 
Neutered Male
Pit Bull
White with Blue

Wheelie is a young lad, looking for adventure and a best buddy to slide through life with. Wheelie is a connoisseur of fluffy beds and soft sheets. Wheelie is great on leash, has been welcoming of the dogs he has met, and sleeps through the night. Wheelie needs some work on his crate training as he doesn’t like being confined, but sleeps on a fluffy soft dog bed through the night. Wheelie is approx 6 months old and this pint sized guy would make a great addition to almost any family.


If you are interested in adopting Wheelie, please fill out an application today!

Adopt Wheelie

Stella

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Breed
Pit Bull Terrier
Gender
Female

Stella
Female Spayed
6 months
Terrier mix
Tan

Stella!!!!!!! Stella is a petite female who would love a play buddy and an active family. She enjoys car rides and play dates. Stella is young and had a rough start so she is working on her house breaking and while she crates well she is learning to hold it. Stella is very treat motivated and will be fun to train. If you are interested in Stella let us know!!!

If you are interested in adopting Stella, please fill out an application today!

Adopt Stella

Rattle aka Ray Ray

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Breed
Pit Bull Terrier
Gender
Male
Age
Young

Hi, my name is Rattle, but my friends call me RayRay. I lived alone on the streets until a torn ACL forced me to retire into a life of relaxation and cuddles. My friends at RDR got my leg all fixed up, and now I'm ready for my next chapter.

I'm 1-2 yrs old and weigh in at a muscular 50lbs. I get along with all the dogs I have met!! I've also liked the kids I've met. With most people, I'm shy at first, but open up into the biggest cuddle bug around!

I don't love cats much, so maybe I'll avoid sharing space with them.

I’m good on leash and working toward excellent! I’m housebroken, non possessive with food and toys, and crate comfortable, but I do have some separation anxiety if crated while you’re at home...i just want to be with you. Apply to meet me today!

If you are interested in adopting Rattle, please fill out an application today!

Adopt Rattle aka Ray Ray

Snow

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Breed
Pit Bull Terrier
Gender
Male

When people think of Snow, they think cold. With this Snow, picture warmth, love, and cuddles. This five year old, just shy of fifty pound sweetheart is all about her people. She has bursts of play but is mainly a calm dog. She is all about being by her person and wanting the love. Now, for men, some she loves and some she has to take a minute to relax around. Hey, we can all relate to that! Snow currently lives with an 80 pound male and a 23 pound female companion. She has met another playful female but, due to the dreaded Heartworm she can’t play like she wants. Don’t worry, the rescue handles that. Snow will still be your cuddle buddy for many years to come !

If you are interested in adopting Snow, please fill out an application today!

Adopt Snow

Moses

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Breed
Pit Bull Terrier
Gender
Male

Moses

1 yr

Pit bull

Red and white

 

Meet Moses! This gorgeous hazel-eyed puppy is 10 months old and weighs about 50 lbs. He was abandoned and left crated with his sister for six months, but has been a champ at learning the world outside his crate is not as scary as he once thought. He LOVES playing, it's his favorite thing in the world. He gets along great with his three doggie foster siblings and would do best with a dog buddy to spend his time running around with, who can continue teaching him how to just be a dog. He's working on house training and has recently learned to sit for a treat, he's becoming a fast learner. When he's not playing and taking puppy naps, Moses loves to steal all the blankets to lay on and get pets from his people. This beautiful boy is an absolute joy and everything you could want in a dog!



If you are interested in adopting Moses, please fill out an application today!

Adopt Moses

Trenton

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Breed
Pit Bull Terrier
Gender
Male
Age
Adult
Size
Medium

Our boy Trenton loves helping out around the shelter...especially when it involves popsicles and cookies! This handsome guy has been patiently waiting for his forever for quite some time and is getting depressed. He needs to be an only pet, but don't let that deter you...he is more than enough. He is a shelter and volunteer favorite and we would love to see him in a home of his own! Come and meet him today!

If you are interested in adopting Trenton, please fill out an application today!

Adopt Trenton

Hippo

Not good with dogs.
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Breed
Pit Bull Terrier
Gender
Female
Age
Adult
Size
Medium

**EXTRA, EXTRA read all about it! Longest running resident PLEA**

Meet Hippo~ She is currently the longest running resident with CHAS (nearly 306days). Even though she has been here for nearly a year, her smile has not once faded at the hope of finding a forever home. She originally came to us as a stray (running with a male dog) whom had gotten adopted and she had been looked over. Although she originally came in with one canine, Hippo has made it clear she would like to be the only pet in the home.
This could be part of the reason why it has been difficult to find her placement but we are hopeful that there is a family out there for her!

Hippo is however excellent with children, knows basic commands, is working on her leash manners (we can't blame her for wanting to be on the go!) and is also very clean about her kennel!

Hippo is 3-4 years old, spayed, microchipped and up to date on her rabies vaccination. Her favorite game is tug of war and Hippo is highly treat motivated or will work for belly rubs!

Please share so we can help Hippo find her forever home! She has a sponsored adoption fee (no cost to an approved family). If interested in Hippo please call the shelter at 804-520-9397 to schedule an appointment!

Adopt Hippo

Wilson

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Breed
Pit Bull Terrier
Gender
Male
Age
Adult
Size
Medium

Hi, my name is Wilson. I’m a big old goober with lots of love to share. I walk really well on a leash, know how to sit and give you my paw and I absolutely love to sit with you and flop over for belly rubs. Foster mom and me are learning fetch together, it’s been a while for her to teach that again . I love hanging out with my best friend Gwen and foster friend Lucy the beagle. When I play too hard they correct me and I listen. I like looking for the birds outside in the trees and at the bird feeder. I’m not quite sure what they are so I bark at them sometimes. I am curious about the house cats but that isn’t a bad thing, they’re a little weird about newcomers in their house. I have a big heart with lots of love to give❤️

If you are interested in adopting Wilson, please fill out an application today!

Adopt Wilson

Cali

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Breed
Pit Bull Terrier
Gender
Female

If you’re looking for a professional shoe organizer then we have the puppy for you!  Cali the cub loves to organize your shoes!  She doesn’t eat them she likes to collect them and move them to her bed.  She is pretty perfect!  She gets along with other dogs and plays nicely with her foster siblings.  She’s tested the waters with the resident kitties and they have let her know that they run the house not the pitties.  She respectfully lets them be in charge. She has the sweetest temperament and is pretty quiet except when she wants room service.  She is crated during the night and while working.  She loves her soft bed next to the crate which she puts her collectibles in and waits quietly for you to find her when she sneaks away.  She would fit into any family setting.  She loves going for walks and really like to run zoomies in the backyard.

If you are interested in adopting Cali, please fill out an application today!

Adopt Cali

Tapioca

Not good with dogs. Not good with cats.
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Breed
Pit Bull Terrier / Bulldog / Mixed (short coat)
Gender
Female
Age
Adult
Size
Medium

Tapioca
Red and white
Bulldog mix
40 lbs

Tapioca is as sweet as pudding! She is a compact young lady who enjoys car rides and short strolls. Tapioca is crate trained and sleeps well through the night. Tapioca is still young and will use her mouth to get attention so no little people for her. Tapioca enjoys playing with toys, but she prefers her humans company to anything.  Tapioca would do best as an only dog.  Tapioca is very attentive to her human and will make a wonderful co-pilot in life!  


If you are interested in adopting Tapioca, please fill out an application today!

Adopt Tapioca

Miriam

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Breed
Pit Bull Terrier
Gender
Female

Miriam
1 yr
Female
Blue Brindle


Have you ever seen more beautiful eyes?!  This is Miriam!  She and her brother Moses were abandoned at a boarding facility.  She is approximately a year old and is flourishing in her foster home!  She lover her foster brothers and sisters!  She lives to play! She is crate trained, housebroken, and is getting better on the leash (the world is a big scary place).  She is an absolute gem of a dog that would fit into just about any family. Miriam must have a companion dog as she needs a buddy to play and lead the way.

If you are interested in adopting Miriam, please fill out an application today!

Adopt Miriam

Molly

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Breed
Pit Bull Terrier
Gender
Female
Age
Adult
Size
Medium

Meet Molly, the sweetest girl who gives the best hugs! She is about 5-7 years old and easy to please- she just wants to be near her humans! Her favorite things in life are belly rubs, walks, and stuffies. Every morning she grabs her favorite stuffy and goes into full body wiggle mode. Sometimes she even takes a stuffy along for a walk! Once she gets her energy out, she literally stops to smell the flowers. It’s just about the most precious thing you’ll ever see.

Molly is still learning to trust the world, so she needs a calm and patient family who will give her time and space to adjust to her new people/environment. She does not appreciate being confined, but luckily she is well behaved in the house. She is incredibly sweet with her two-legged foster siblings, but she startles easily and would be most comfortable in a home without young children.

Molly has displayed no food or toy aggression, is housebroken, has a great recall, and knows basic commands. We haven’t noticed her shed an ounce of her velvety fur and she’s perfectly sized for a couch buddy (petite and 49 pounds). What’s not to love?

If you are interested in adopting Molly, please fill out an application today!

Adopt Molly

Chico

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Breed
Pit Bull Terrier
Gender
Male
Age
Adult
Size
Large

Looking for the perfect family dog? Then look no further. Chico’s first family lost their home in December and he ended up at the shelter. He’s happy to be out of the shelter and in a foster home, but he’s ready for his forever.

Chico is five years old and 70 pounds of love. Chico is very friendly with cats and is very patient and kind with kids. He’s crate trained, house trained, leash trained and knows basic commands. He has been neutered as well.

Chico does like to have a safe space to retreat to if kids get loud or rowdy. He’s happy to retreat to his safe space if he feels uncomfortable. Another room with a crate is all he needs to feel comfortable.

Chico’s favorite place is our fenced in yard. He’ll lounge for hours, sleeping in the sun, greeting the neighbors and playing fetch. When he comes inside he’ll follow you around the house like a shadow. He also loves to snuggle and has a masters degree in cuddling.

Chico is ready for a family and the perfect dog deserves the perfect home. Is that you?

If you are interested in adopting Chico, please fill out an application today!

Adopt Chico

Zucchini

Not good with cats.
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Breed
Pit Bull Terrier
Gender
Male
Age
Adult
Size
Medium

Miss Zucchini found herself at the shelter with her little friend (who has since been rescued) and was so confused. It took some time, but she is settling in and getting better in the super stressful shelter environment. She loves people...presses herself against the kennel for attention and loves walks. We believe she prefers smaller dogs, but we still need to do a thorough evaluation on her. This girl would love to find her forever home for the holidays. Come and meet her today! 804-541-2204 

If you are interested in adopting Zucchini, please fill out an application today!

Adopt Zucchini

Ethel

Not good with cats.
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Breed
Pit Bull Terrier
Gender
Female
Age
Adult
Size
Medium

Ethel is a sweet girl that was adopted out for a short time and returned as she was not compatible with cats and chickens. But never fear she loves kids and most dogs (meet and greet required). Come and meet your lucky charm today!

If you are interested in adopting Ethel, please fill out an application today!

Adopt Ethel

Blue Bell

Not good with dogs. Not good with cats.
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Breed
Pit Bull Terrier
Gender
Female
Age
Young
Size
Medium

In the words of Michael Jackson this PYT is Blue Bell! We estimate her to be around 1-2 years old, and 50 pounds. She is super sweet, loves her weekly volunteer walks, and doesn't seem to mind baths! We do think Blue Bell would be best as an only dog, but would be fine in a home with children. She is polite and eager to please, and beautiful to boot! Come and meet her today!

If you are interested in adopting Blue Bell, please fill out an application today!

Adopt Blue Bell

Shiloh

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Breed
Pit Bull Terrier
Gender
Female
Age
Young
Size
Medium

Introducing our sweet Shiloh!

This sweet baby girl is looking for an approved rescue or an experience adopter. We estimate her to only be about a 1 to 2 years old. She has definitely had a hard start to life is learning everyday to trust. 

If you are interested in adopting Shiloh, please fill out an application today!

Adopt Shiloh

Ernest

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Breed
Pit Bull Terrier
Gender
Male

Ernest affectionately called Ernie did not have a great start to his short life.  This boy was taken from a rural shelter with such severe heartworms his back was bowed due to the amount of fluid in his belly.  Fortunately, he made a complete recovery in his awesome foster home and is looking for someone to call his own.  

Ernie knows how to sit and wait for his food until you tell him it's time, is crate trained and house broken. He will need someone that is willing to continue working with him to solidify his obedience and behavioral skills. He loves going out, on walks and riding in the car, but most of all he loves NYLABONES AND BELLY RUBS!  

Ernie likes the other dogs he has met, but he’s not met any cats or small dogs as of yet! Patience, exercise, structure and understanding are what Ernie needs to thrive. He would be perfectly happy in a home without other animals or as a second dog to one that fits his energy level. 

If you are interested in being the Bert to this Ernie, or have more questions, please contact Ring Dog Rescue.

If you are interested in adopting Ernest, please fill out an application today!

Adopt Ernest

Sonny

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Breed
Beagle
Gender
Male

Calling all Beagle lovers! Meet Sonny! This sweet boy is in need of a forever home. He is a lovely dog who always craves love and affection. It’s taken him some time to get comfortable in his foster home but he finally learned how great the couch is!

Sonny was found as a stray and never claimed so don’t have a lot of information on his past, but that doesn’t matter..Sonny is looking forward to his future! He is housebroken, crate trained, gets along with his foster brothers (he prefers the smaller one over the larger one), and enjoys the little things in life! Apply to meet him today!

If you are interested in adopting Sonny, please fill out an application today!

Adopt Sonny

Gwen

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Breed
Unknown breed
Gender
Female
Age
Adult
Size
Medium

Hi I’m Gwen, little miss independence. I’m very happy go lucky, get along with other dog friends including Lucy my new foster beagle friend. I’m very good and content in my crate, know how to sit and give you my paw. I’m still working on leash walking skill’s only because I get really excited when going outside to explore. I love hanging out in yard where I like to stretch out and relax. My much bigger friend Wilson and I love to play together but when he gets a little too carried away I correct him and he behaves. Foster mom has chickens and ducks, I love hunting for and finding eggs and when I do I bring them up on her porch. I have very nice manners and love being loved on and give lots of kisses in return. I have a big heart and lots of love and affection to give.

If you are interested in adopting Gwen, please fill out an application today!

Adopt Gwen

Tootsie

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Breed
Labrador Retriever / Mixed
Gender
Female
Age
Adult
Size
Medium

*2 years old
*Playful
*Energetic
*No cats

She’s bold, beautiful, bright-eyed and embraces life with gusto! We’re talking about Tootise, our fearless fun-seeker! Tootsie is about 2 years old, and this young gal wants to be where the excitement is! Tootsie wants an active home, because she feels most free with the wind in her fur and the grass under her paws. She would love to be your running buddy and be by your side as you hike the trails or dip your toes in the water...she LOVES water! Come meet Tootsie today, she’s ready to steal your heart and challenge your sense of adventure!!!

If you are interested in adopting Tootsie, please fill out an application today!

Adopt Tootsie