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Atlas

  • Young
  • Male
  • Large

About Atlas

Effingham, IL

Breed

Great DaneMix

Physical Traits

Young
(1-3 years)
Male
Large
(61-100 lbs)
Coat: Short
Black

Behavior

Personality
Affectionate, Friendly, Playful, Loves, Athletic, Curious
House-trained: No

Health

Spayed/Neutered:
No
Vaccinated:
No
Special Needs:
No

Atlas’s Compatibility

    This pet has unknown compatibility with kids.

    This pet has good compatibility with dogs.

    This pet has good compatibility with cats.

    This pet has unknown compatibility with other animals.

Adoption Fee

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Atlas's Story

*ATLAS IS A COURTESY POST AND NOT AT THE SHELTER* <br/><br/>Atlas<br/>Male<br/>Great Dane mix<br/>Weight (4/3) 28.6 lbs<br/>Born 1/19/2026<br/><br/>Atlas is a very loving and very adventurous pup. He loves to meet new people and explore new places. He enjoys playing tug of war and getting belly rubs. <br/>He loves attention and finding everything to get into. He has only briefly been around (outside) cats. <br/>He is still a baby, so he is working on potty training and leash training- still a work in progress.

*ATLAS IS A COURTESY POST AND NOT AT THE SHELTER*

Atlas
Male
Great Dane mix
Weight (4/3) 28.6 lbs
Born 1/19/2026

Atlas is a very loving and very adventurous pup. He loves to meet new people and explore new places. He enjoys playing tug of war and getting belly rubs.
He loves attention and finding everything to get into. He has only briefly been around (outside) cats.
He is still a baby, so he is working on potty training and leash training- still a work in progress.

*ATLAS IS A COURTESY POST AND NOT AT THE SHELTER*

Atlas
Male
Great Dane mix
Weight (4/3) 28.6 lbs
Born 1/19/2026

Atlas is a very loving and very adventurous pup. He loves to meet new people and explore new places. He enjoys playing tug of war and getting belly rubs.
He loves attention and finding everything to get into. He has only briefly been around (outside) cats.
He is still a baby, so he is working on potty training and leash training- still a work in progress.

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How To Adopt

Atlas was listed as ADOPTABLE by Effingham County Animal Control
How can I adopt Atlas?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Effingham County Animal Control. They may then ask for more details or an official application prior to an adoption. If you're a match, they'll reach out with next steps and timing.
How can I find out if Atlas is a good fit for me?
Click the "See How You Match" button, answer a few simple questions, and see how you match up! It takes less than a minute to complete. You can also reach out directly to Effingham County Animal Control for details on the pet.
When can I meet Atlas?
If you've submitted an inquiry, Effingham County Animal Control will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Atlas, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to Effingham County Animal Control, and they'll be happy to help!
Effingham County Animal Control's Adoption Policy
If you are interested in adopting one of our animals, please call 217-347-5695, stop by our shelter at 701 E. Eiche Street, Effingham, IL., or email us at animalcontrol@co.effingham.il.us to request an adoption application. DOGS: $130 and that includes spay/neuter, microchip, and rabies shot CATS: $65 and that includes spay/neuter, microchip and rabies shot

Atlas is from Effingham County Animal Control

[Effingham, IL]

Our Mission
We are the animal control facility located in Effingham IL. Our hope is to adopt as many pets as possible, but also to reunite as many lost animals with their owners.
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Adoption Policy
animalcontrol@co.effingham.il.us
(217) 347-5695
Today's hours: 7:30 to 4
Visits by appointment only
Location
701 E. Eiche Ave. Effingham, IL, 62401
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