Rico is a stunning 5-year-old Shepherd who made an incredible journey all the way from Mexico in search of a better life. After everything he’s been through, it’s no surprise that he can be nervous in new surroundings and fearful of meeting lots of new people. Because of this, Rico will need behavioral training to help him continue building confidence and feeling secure.
Despite his fears, Rico has found comfort in the pack he’s made here—he bonds deeply once he trusts you and shows his true loyal, gentle nature. He’s a sweetheart at his core, ready to give love to the people he feels safe with.
Rico is looking for a calm, patient home where he can settle in at his own pace and continue his journey with guidance and structure. He deserves a second chance at life filled with stability, kindness, and belonging.
If you’re ready to open your heart to a dog who has overcome so much and just needs support to thrive, Rico could be the perfect match. Help him write the next chapter of his story—a chapter filled with love and trust. 💕
🐾 Meet Rico! 🐾
Rico is a stunning 5-year-old Shepherd who made an incredible journey all the way from Mexico in search of a better life. After everything he’s been through, it’s no surprise that he can be nervous in new surroundings and fearful of meeting lots of new people. Because of this, Rico will need behavioral training to help him continue building confidence and feeling secure.
Despite his fears, Rico has found comfort in the pack he’s made here—he bonds deeply once he trusts you and shows his true loyal, gentle nature. He’s a sweetheart at his core, ready to give love to the people he feels safe with.
Rico is looking for a calm, patient home where he can settle in at his own pace and continue his journey with guidance and structure. He deserves a second chance at life filled with stability, kindness, and belonging.
If you’re ready to open your heart to a dog who has overcome so much and just needs support to thrive, Rico could be the perfect match. Help him write the next chapter of his story—a chapter filled with love and trust. 💕
LAST APPOINTMENT/WALK-IN IS 1 HOUR PRIOR TO THE LISTED HOURS
2975 Milwaukee Ave Northbrook, IL 60062
EMAIL: ADOPT@BORDERTAILSRESCUE.ORG
PHONE: (847)-813-5774
OUR BUSINESS HOURS ARE:
MON: CLOSED
TUES/THURS/FRI: 1:00 PM-7:00 PM
WEDS: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM
SAT/SUN: 11:00 AM-6:00 PM
LAST APPOINTMENT/WALK-IN IS 1 HOUR PRIOR TO THE LISTED HOURS
More about this shelter
Border Tails Rescue is a licensed no-kill animal rescue and welfare organization dedicated to the rescue and adoption of stray dogs across the world, with a unique focus on Mexico. Border Tails Rescue has a physical shelter facility with dogs on site for viewing everyday. Border Tails Rescue primarily works with rural shelters across the country, including but not limited to TX, AR, AL, LA, KY, IN, and MI on a regular basis as well as CACC, Chicago’s open intake shelter. BTR is Woman-founded by Harleigh Garcia, who was 20 years old at the time. The organization was founded in December of 2019 and Border Tails Rescue is registered with Illinois Secretary of State as a non profit organization. Border Tails Rescue operates entirely on donations and adoption fees.
Border Tails Rescue is a licensed no-kill animal rescue and welfare organization dedicated to the rescue and adoption of stray dogs across the world, with a unique focus on Mexico. Border Tails Rescue has a physical shelter facility with dogs on site for viewing everyday. Border Tails Rescue primarily works with rural shelters across the country, including but not limited to TX, AR, AL, LA, KY, IN, and MI on a regular basis as well as CACC, Chicago’s open intake shelter. BTR is Woman-founded by Harleigh Garcia, who was 20 years old at the time. The organization was founded in December of 2019 and Border Tails Rescue is registered with Illinois Secretary of State as a non profit organization. Border Tails Rescue operates entirely on donations and adoption fees.
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