My name is Dora!

Posted over 5 months ago | Updated 4 days ago

Cared for by The Anti-Cruelty Society

Adoption process

Visit the Facility and Find a Pet

Meet the Pet

Submit Application

Take the Pet Home

Adoption fee: $200

This helps The Anti-Cruelty Society with pet care costs.

My basic info

Breed

American Pit Bull Terrier

Color

Brindle - with White

Age

1 year 5 months old, Adult

Size

Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg) (when grown)

Weight

50 lbs (current)

Sex

Female

Pet ID

58968065

My story

Here's what the humans have to say about me:

Meet Dora: The Shy Sweetheart Ready to Shine

Dora may be a little shy now, but beneath her timid exterior is a playful, loving girl just waiting for the right home to help her blossom. She came to the shelter when her family became overwhelmed with too many pets, and like many of our Special Care dogs, she’ll need a bit of extra love and patience to thrive.

Currently, Dora takes behavior medication to help manage her stress and fear of new environments. The shelter can be overwhelming for a sensitive young girl, but she’s shown her gentle heart—crawling into laps for comfort and slowly learning to trust.

Her most recent foster experience proved just how amazing she can be: playful, affectionate, and eager to enjoy life in a calm, loving home. With time, space, and a quiet environment, Dora is ready to show her true personality—one full of love, curiosity, and cuddles.

Do you have a patient heart and a peaceful home? Dora is waiting to meet you and start her next chapter!

Shelter

The Anti-Cruelty Society

Contact info

Pet ID

58968065

Contact

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Phone

(312) 644-8338

adoption@anticruelty.org

Website

http://www.anticruelty.org

Address

510 N LaSalle, Chicago, IL 60654

Donation

Donate to This Shelter

Their adoption process

1.
Visit the Facility and Find a Pet

The first step to adopt is to stop by our adoption center during open hours!

2.
Meet the Pet

The second step is to meet with pets you might be interested in adopting! Our staff and volunteers will tell you all about them.

3.
Submit Application

Finally, fill out the adoption questionnaire. Our experienced adoption counselors will ensure it's a good fit for you and the pet!

4.
Take the Pet Home

If the adoption is a good fit, you get to take the pet home that day!

Additional adoption info

***Please Note: The "Apply Online" button to the right of the pet does not take you to the adoption questionnaire. Please follow the steps listed above and below to adopt this pet!

To adopt pets located at our adoption center, you must stop by during open adoption hours to start the process.

To adopt pets located at our partnering PetSmart stores, you must first visit the pet at the specific PetSmart store to start the process.

To adopt pets located in foster care, you must first submit an Anti-Cruelty Questionnaire (found on our website) to start the process.

To adopt pets located in our Home-to-Home Program, you must first contact the owner of the pet via the contact information provided in the pet's bio to start the process.

Adoption Requirements:
Must be 18 years of age or older for standard adoptions. Must have valid ID

Adoption fees are based on an animal's age and species.

Each adoption Includes:
1. Complete veterinary exam
2. Inoculations against rabies and other diseases
3. Heartworm test for dogs /Feline leukemia test for cats
4. Spaying or neutering (it's mandatory)
5. Collar
6. Lifetime ID tag
7. Permanent identification microchip
8. Dog leash or cat carrier
9. One month of free pet insurance for this important transitional period.

Adoption application

https://anticruelty.org/adoptable

Go meet their pets

Our adoption center at 510 N. LaSalle Avenue is open daily for walk-in adoptions from 12 p.m. - 7 p.m..

More about this shelter

Anti-Cruelty has been on the forefront of animal welfare and humane education since it was founded in 1899. As one of Chicago’s oldest animal welfare organizations, our history is as large as our hearts. Our mission is to build healthy, happy communities where pets and people thrive together. Our vision is to build a humane Chicago.