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My name is Merlo!

Posted 21 hours ago

My basic info

Breed
Domestic Shorthair
Color
Black (All)
Age
Adult
Sex
Female
Pet ID
22151951-125-0954
Hair Length
short

My details

Checkmark in teal circle Good with kids
Checkmark in teal circle Good with cats
Checkmark in teal circle Purebred
Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered
Checkmark in teal circle Housetrained

My story

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

Introducing Merlo. This sweet, gentle soul can be a little timid at first, but with kindness and understanding, she will blossom. Merlo enjoys gentle pets and is happiest in a calm, patient home where she can come out of her shell at her own pace. A master of hide-and-seek, she enjoys watching the world from cozy corners and quiet hideaways. With her, you get a darling companion who warms up with each gentle touch. Merlo gets along well with her friends, Mocha and Boreese. 

With Merlo, you will get a loyal companion with a big heart who will bring joy and happiness into your home.

Merlo is a bit shy and would do well in a quieter home. She would do well living with other pets: cats, well-mannered, polite dogs, and older, considerate children. She would also do great just being someone's solo buddy.

To ask about Merlo, please contact us directly by calling 847-338-3252 or emailing info@redemptionroadinc.org. See what's new with our rescue, including updates on our animals and upcoming events. https://Ink.bio/redemptionroadinc Facebook: https://Facebook.com/R4in/ Instagram: @redemptionroadinc

December 30, 2025, 2:05 pm
Rescue

Contact info

Pet ID
22151951-125-0954
Contact
Kseniya Tsipis
Address
Island Lake, IL 60042

Their adoption process

Additional adoption info

Steps to our adoption process:
1- A phone interview paired with the adoption application and scheduling a meet and greet.
2- Meet and greet where we also talk about how many more visits, if any, are required for a Foster-to-Adopt or Adoption.
3- Home visit for Foster-to-Adopt or Adoption.

Requirements, fees and contracts will be explained in further details during phone interview. If you have questions, please email us at info@redemptionroadinc.org.

Go meet their pets

Our adoptable dogs and cats are in foster homes so please contact us with inquiries and for more information.

More about this rescue

Rescue, Retrain, Redeem, and Re-home. 
Redemption Road Rescue Rehab Inc (aka R4) is a 501(c)(3), not-for-profit organization based in Lake County, Illinois. R4 functions as an all-breed and ages, dog and cat rescue that specializes in behavioral training and rehabilitation. We are a professionally operated nonprofit dog and cat rescue run by certified dog trainers. We believe the solution to “difficult” animals cannot just be euthanasia. Our mission is to place dogs and cats that have undergone our rehabilitation program with responsible, reliable, and devoted owners. Our training specialty is centered in dog behaviors and understanding the canine mind. We take in all breeds, all ages and work with domesticated felines and feral cat colonies as well. Our expectations of adopters: 1- Consider the animal as an individual with their own personality and behaviors. 2- Be willing to learn, ask questions, and implement training into their daily routine. 3- Work alongside our team to prepare their home to provide the best environment for their new family member. R4 is 100% volunteer-run and foster-based and relies on donations, fundraisers, grants, and sponsorships to allow our organization to fulfill our mission to animals in need.

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