My name is S'more!

Hi! My name is S’more
My closest friends call me Paco.

I was born on May 30, 2025, and I’m a mixed-breed mystery! My mom thinks I might be a Jack Russell Terrier, Spaniel, and Dalmatian mix… but really, who knows? I’m expected to grow to about 40–45 lbs.

I’m still a typical puppy—learning something new every day! I am doing great, but I sometimes need gentle reminders from my mom and dad as I grow and figure things out.

I sleep all night in my crate without waking and let my humans know when I need to go potty in the morning. I also rest nicely in my crate while mom and dad are at work. I’m fully potty-trained and will signal when I need to go outside.

So far, I know sit, come, my name, no, down/off, and gentle. I love playing fetch with my toys and having full-on wrestling matches with my foster brother. Outside is one of my favorite places. I love exploring new smells, chasing my brother, and keeping an eye out for squirrels (I haven’t caught one yet, but I’m hopeful).

I’m learning how to play independently too. When my brother is tired or my humans are busy, I’m happy chewing on my bone for a few hours.

I’m a great eater! Maybe a little too enthusiastic, I always race with my foster brother on who can finish first. I always win, but I take treats very politely.

After my action-packed days, I’m usually pretty tired at night. I love snuggling with my mom, and when I’m really tired, I snore pretty loudly. I enjoy winding down by watching TV before heading to bed in my crate. And if my mom and dad fall asleep on the couch… sometimes I get to stay out all night.

Even though my humans say I’m doing great, I’ll still need help learning new skills and reinforcing the ones I already know. I’m especially working on walking nicely on a leash—I try my best, but all the new smells and dogs can be very exciting and a little overwhelming.

I know I’m already pretty great, but I can’t wait to keep learning and to spend forever playing, exploring, and snuggling with you.

Our standard adoption fee is $375 if paid by cash or check, or $385 if paid by credit card (which includes a $10 processing fee). This fee covers spay/neuter surgery when age appropriate at one of our participating veterinarians, age-appropriate core vaccinations, fecal testing, deworming, flea and tick preventative, and microchipping.

In order to be considered for adoption, we require a fully completed application, a phone interview, and a meet-and-greet with your entire family. Please note that submitting an application does not commit you to adopting and does not guarantee approval—it simply allows us to begin the review process.

If you are interested in adopting or would like additional information, please email us at adopt@safehavendogsIL.org to request an application.

Keep in mind that the breed and size listed in each dog's biography are our best educated guesses and are not guaranteed.

Safe Haven Dog Rescue reserves the right to refuse the adoption of any dog or puppy to any applicant for any reason.