Meet Shelby — a sweet 7-year-old bundle of quiet charm, ready to bring calm and love into the perfect forever home.
Shelby’s story has a few bumps—she’s dealing with some skin and fur issues, and she can be a little shy when meeting new people. Like her buddy Gracie, she came to us from Chicago Animal Care and Control after being surrendered, and while her past is a bit of a mystery, her future is full of promise (and hopefully, lots of snuggles).
This gentle girl is not one to rush into the spotlight. Shelby prefers to take her time, sizing up new friends with curious, soft eyes before deciding you’re part of the “safe and snuggle-worthy” club. Once she’s comfortable, she’s a total sweetheart who loves nothing more than curling up in a cozy spot and soaking up affection. Think of her as your low-key Netflix binge buddy or the ultimate calm presence after a long day.
Shelby’s got a quiet resilience that’s truly inspiring. She may not be the zoom-zoom kind of dog, but she has a heart full of love that grows bigger every day she feels safe and cared for. She’s the kind of dog who will gently nudge your hand for pets and then lean in for more — the perfect reminder that sometimes, the sweetest friendships are the softest.
If your home could use a little extra peace, patience, and unconditional love, Shelby is your girl. She’s ready to blossom with the right person who will give her the time and tenderness she deserves — and in return, she’ll fill your days with quiet joy and loyal companionship.
Meet Shelby — a sweet 7-year-old bundle of quiet charm, ready to bring calm and love into the perfect forever home.
Shelby’s story has a few bumps—she’s dealing with some skin and fur issues, and she can be a little shy when meeting new people. Like her buddy Gracie, she came to us from Chicago Animal Care and Control after being surrendered, and while her past is a bit of a mystery, her future is full of promise (and hopefully, lots of snuggles).
This gentle girl is not one to rush into the spotlight. Shelby prefers to take her time, sizing up new friends with curious, soft eyes before deciding you’re part of the “safe and snuggle-worthy” club. Once she’s comfortable, she’s a total sweetheart who loves nothing more than curling up in a cozy spot and soaking up affection. Think of her as your low-key Netflix binge buddy or the ultimate calm presence after a long day.
Shelby’s got a quiet resilience that’s truly inspiring. She may not be the zoom-zoom kind of dog, but she has a heart full of love that grows bigger every day she feels safe and cared for. She’s the kind of dog who will gently nudge your hand for pets and then lean in for more — the perfect reminder that sometimes, the sweetest friendships are the softest.
If your home could use a little extra peace, patience, and unconditional love, Shelby is your girl. She’s ready to blossom with the right person who will give her the time and tenderness she deserves — and in return, she’ll fill your days with quiet joy and loyal companionship.
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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