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Clyde

Chihuahua Jack Russell Terrier

Male, 3 yrs 7 mos
Normal, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
We can't have a Bonnie without a Clyde! Clyde was terrified at animal control, and he showed teeth to just about everyone. He LOVES other dogs, and quickly started to trust his foster mom. Sometimes, they just need patience and love. This is why foster families are SO important! Clyde was at risk of euthanasia due to his fear-based aggression. This poor little guy was just misunderstood. He is just 3-years-old, and he is a little plump at 12-pounds. We think he's likely a Chihuahua/JRT mix. Clyde must have another friendly dog in his forever home. He would be best in a family without young children. Someone who can continue to help him to trust strangers would be ideal. Clyde is good on a leash, in the car, likes to cuddle, and he likes to play. He is fine in a crate, but you have to let him come out on his own time. He is terrified if you try to pull him out manually. Can you help bring joy to a little lad like Clyde? If so, he promises to return that love in spades. Please apply here: https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/DBSR/Dog His minimum adoption donation amount is $345. He is neutered, up-to-date on vaccinations, microchipped, dewormed, heart worm checked, and on flea/tick and heart worm preventatives. We are located in Bloomington, IL We do not ship, you would need to travel to pick up your babies if you live out of state. Your current pets must be up-to-date on core vaccines, spayed/neutered, and on heart worm prevention year round. You must be at least 21-years-old to adopt. Please have your veterinarian and two non-family reference phone numbers ready. The app makes you start all over if you leave the page to look up numbers. For information about this dog's breed(s), visit: http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/abc.htm
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Betsy

Chihuahua

Female 1 yr 5 mos
Normal, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
If quiet souls are your favorite kind, Betsy just might steal your heart. At only 1 year old and 8 pounds, this precious Chihuahua is learning that life can be kind. Betsy came from a heartbreaking hoarding situation with 130 other dogs, so the world is still a big, unfamiliar place to her. She isn’t fearful forever—she just needs a little time, patience, and someone who understands that trust is earned. One thing that gives Betsy confidence? Other small dogs! She absolutely needs a friendly, confident canine companion in her forever home to show her the ropes and help her continue blossoming. Watching another dog enjoy life helps Betsy realize she can too. She is crate trained, rides well in the car, and is potty pad trained. Leashes are still new to her, so she’ll need a secure home and a family willing to let her learn at her own pace. Because sudden movements and loud activity can be overwhelming, Betsy is looking for a home without small children. Cats are unknown. There was a brief moment when we thought Betsy was expecting puppies, but it turned out to be a false (pseudo) pregnancy. She has now been spayed, is healthy, and is more than ready to begin the next chapter of her life. Betsy isn’t looking for perfection—she’s looking for patience, gentle encouragement, and a home where she can continue discovering just how wonderful life can be. The day she finally chooses your lap, follows you from room to room, or wags her tail with confidence will be a moment you’ll never forget. Could you be the family that shows Betsy what love has always been meant to feel like? ❤️ Please apply here: https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/DBSR/Dog Her minimum adoption donation amount is $375 She is spayed, up-to-date on vaccinations, microchipped, dewormed, heart worm checked, and on flea/tick and heart worm preventatives. We are located in Bloomington, IL We do not ship, you would need to travel to pick up your babies if you live out of state. Your current pets must be up-to-date on core vaccines, spayed/neutered, and on heart worm prevention year round. You must be at least 21-years-old to adopt. Please have your veterinarian and two non-family reference phone numbers ready. The app makes you start all over if you leave the page to look up numbers. Better yet, help speed up the adoption process by also sending us your vet records, and having your references e-mail us at Deebysrescue@gmail.com For information about this dog's breed(s), visit: http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/abc.htm
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Celine

Chihuahua Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Female, 2 yrs
Normal, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Celine is ready to find her people! ❤️ Celine is a 2-year-old, approximately 11-pound Chihuahua/Terrier mix with a beautiful golden coat and about as much love packed into one little body as you could possibly imagine. When Celine came to us, she had a severely enlarged, protruding eye. We initially performed a procedure to remove the excess fluid, but ultimately had to go back and remove the eye. Her pathology results came back benign, and she’s now ready for adoption! And let me tell you about this little girl. SHE LOVES. I know we say a lot of our dogs are sweet, loving, and want to cuddle. And I promise we’re not just making this stuff up because we’re trying to find them homes. 😂 Some of these dogs really are just THAT wonderful, and Celine is absolutely one of them. Give her a little attention and she gets so excited she can hardly contain herself. She wants to be loved, held, fussed over, and reminded approximately 100 times a day that she’s a good girl. And she is. Such a very, very good girl. She’s also been a wonderfully quiet little houseguest and does great with the other small dogs. We think she’d probably do just fine with respectful children, although we haven’t tested her with cats yet. She’s good riding in the car and does fine in a crate, too. Honestly, Celine is just one of those little dogs who makes it awfully hard to understand how she ended up needing a rescue in the first place. She has one eye and a heart that seems entirely too big for her little body. Whoever is lucky enough to adopt Celine is going to find out very quickly just how much love this girl has to give. Please apply here: https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/DBSR/Dog The minimum adoption donation amount is $345 All dogs are fixed, up-to-date on vaccinations, microchipped, dewormed, heartworm checked, and on flea/tick and heartworm preventatives. We are located in Bloomington, IL. We do not ship; you would need to travel to pick up your babies if you live out of state. Your current pets must be up-to-date on core vaccines, spayed/neutered, and on heartworm prevention year-round. You must be at least 21 years old. Please have your veterinarian’s information and two non-family references ready. You can help speed up the process by emailing veterinary records and having your references email us at Deebysrescue@gmail.com.
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Sir Pistachio Longshanks

Chihuahua Mixed Breed (Small)

Male, 8 yrs 9 mos
Normal, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Introducing Sir Pistachio Longshanks! Chio to his friends, which seems to include just about everyone he meets. Chio is an eight-year-old Chihuahua mix who weighs just under eight pounds. He has a little miniature Shiba Inu look about him and some impressively long legs. We felt a name with a title was only appropriate. He’s an affectionate little lap dog who enjoys being held, but doesn’t insist on it. There’s a whole world to investigate, after all. Getting a good photograph of him is a challenge because he’s so excited to see what’s going on around him. Chio has things to look at. Your photo shoot will have to wait. He seems comfortable in a crate and does okay on a leash. He has been quiet so far and seems to get along with other dogs, although dogs who come on too strong can frighten him. He hasn’t been cat tested. We think older, respectful children should be fine. Chio came to us with Titan after being confiscated by animal control. We don’t know the circumstances, and our focus is on his future happiness rather than a past we can’t explain. The boys don’t appear to be bonded, but they can certainly be adopted together. The vet’s office isn’t his favorite place. He seems worried about what might happen, so patience and gentle handling help. Outside of those understandably suspicious appointments, he seems delighted to meet new people. A little lap time, a little exploring, and someone to love him. That sounds like a pretty good next chapter for Sir Pistachio Longshanks. Please apply here: https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/DBSR/Dog The minimum adoption donation amount is $275 All dogs are fixed, up-to-date on vaccinations, microchipped, dewormed, heartworm checked, and on flea/tick and heartworm preventatives. We are located in Bloomington, IL. We do not ship; you would need to travel to pick up your babies if you live out of state. Your current pets must be up-to-date on core vaccines, spayed/neutered, and on heartworm prevention year-round. You must be at least 21 years old. Please have your veterinarian’s information and two non-family references ready. You can help speed up the process by emailing veterinary records and having your references email us at Deebysrescue@gmail.com.
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Flower

Chihuahua Pomeranian

Female, 5 yrs
Normal, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
If you remember Flower from Disney’s Bambi, you’ll remember the adorable little skunk who was so sweet and shy that you couldn’t help but fall in love with him. Well, meet our version! She’s not actually a skunk, although her beautiful coloring might make you do a double take. She’s a five-year-old, 7½-pound Pomchi (Pomeranian/Chihuahua mix), and while she’s every bit as sweet as her namesake, she’s definitely not as shy! Flower came to us from the same situation as Miss Bunny and the boys, and naturally, once we had a Flower, we needed a Miss Bunny! The girls are not bonded and do not need to be adopted together. Now, Flower has a very important talent she’d like everyone to know about. She dances. Some people call it sitting pretty, but Flower would probably prefer that you recognize it as a carefully choreographed performance designed to win your heart. She’ll pop up on her little hind legs and perform for your attention, preferably followed by a standing ovation. Flower LOVES people, and she’s not shy about showing it. She’s also unbelievably soft, and once you start petting her, you’ll understand why she thinks she deserves an audience. She’s a happy little girl with a lovely balance of energy. She enjoys being outdoors, exploring, and occasionally letting loose with a case of the zoomies. But she’s not a wild child who needs constant entertainment. She’s also been a remarkably easy little guest! She does well in the car, is fine on a leash, and should be comfortable in a crate. She hasn’t been barky at all since arriving, although we certainly can’t promise she’ll never have an opinion worth sharing. She gets along with other small dogs, and we think she’d do well with respectful children. We haven’t tested her with cats yet. We genuinely can’t think of a single bad thing to say about this girl. She’s friendly, playful, easygoing, and just an all-around wonderful little dog. Flower is ready to dance her way into someone’s heart. And unlike her skunk namesake, the only thing she’ll leave behind is a very happy human. Ready to adopt Flower? Apply here: https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/DBSR/Dog Minimum adoption donation: $375 Flower will be spayed, vaccinated, microchipped, dewormed, heartworm tested, and on appropriate preventatives before adoption. Located in Bloomington, Illinois. We do not ship dogs. Adopters must travel to us. Applicants must be at least 21 years old. Current pets must be spayed/neutered, up to date on core vaccinations, and receiving heartworm prevention. We require a veterinary reference and two personal references who are not family members. Want to help speed up your application? Have your veterinarian’s information and your references’ phone numbers ready. You can also have your veterinarian send records and ask your references to email the rescue directly.
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Peyton

Chihuahua Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Female, 6 yrs 1 mo
Normal, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Peyton is a sweet, laid-back girl who loves cuddling on the couch! She's a little shadow who enjoys following her people around, showing off the cutest little prance along the way. She's done well with other dogs in our care and is happiest spending time with her favorite people. This sweet girl would love a family to call her own! All Pet Central Helps animals are up to date on age-appropriate vaccinations, spayed or neutered, microchipped (registration included), and current on parasite prevention. Dogs over six-months of age are heartworm tested. When adopting, we will ensure that you receive copies of veterinary and microchip records. Records are sent via email. Paper versions are available upon request. If you are interested in this pet, please fill out the brief Adopter Survey by hitting "Apply for Adoption" on the profile above. After we review your completed survey, we will contact you by phone or email within three business days. Please note- Out of respect for our volunteers and staff, we are closed on Sunday and Monday and will not be processing any applications on those days. Please get back to us right away when we call or email regarding an application so that we can quickly connect using the process below: Select a pet and submit an online adoption survey. A PCH! adoption counselor will contact potential adopters within three business days (PCH! cannot guarantee any pet's availability, but we make every effort to accommodate adopters with a reply and possible alternative suggestions). An adoption counselor and client will then have a conversation to answer questions, discuss any medical needs for the pet and determine the suitability of a match (if necessary, we may opt to put adopters in touch with foster parents). After a match is made, clients will be asked to sign our adoption agreement and pay the adoption fee online through our secure payment system *Please see our modified no-risk return policy. (below) The PCH! adoption counselor will then set up a specific appointment time and location. Adopters should bring a pet carrier and/or a leash to pick up and their ID. Adult pets will be wearing a collar. It is important that clients arrive on time, neither early nor late. Cats and kittens are required to leave in a pet carrier. If your adoption is scheduled at Pet Central Helps!: Upon arrival inside the Crossroads Center complex (360 Wylie Drive), look for the black Pet Central Helps! semi-trailer, which is right outside of our facility (Suite 720). Park in the parking lot and enter the facility. A PCH! representative will greet you and show you to the adoption room. Your new pet will be handed to you. We will take a "Happy Adoption Day” photo with your pet and family. If your adoption is scheduled at PetSmart – Bloomington, IL: Park in the PetSmart (1606 E. Empire St.) Parking lot and enter the store. We will be set up just inside the store entrance. Let us know you are here to pick up your pet! A PCH! representative will confirm your information and hand you your pet. We will take a "Happy Adoption Day” photo with your pet and family. If your adoption is scheduled at the Cat’s Meow Cafe: Navigate to PetSmart, park in the parking lot and enter the store. Locate a PCH! Representative at our adoption table and let them know you are picking up a Cat Cafe Cat. You will sign your final contract with your counselor and snap a picture of the completed screen. Head to the Cat’s Meow Cafe at 507 N. Hershey Rd and provide them with the snapshot of your final contract. They will get your cat and take a “Happy Adoption Day” photo with your pet and family. PCH! supports a 30-day no-fault return policy in which adopters are given the opportunity to find a better match. If we cannot provide advice/tools to keep a pet in the home we offer these options: Exchange for a pet that may be a better match** Receive a refund minus a $40 processing fee** With this approach, we can often turn mismatches into opportunities! Thank you, Pet Central Helps!

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These Chihuahuas are available for adoption close to Normal, Illinois.
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Clyde

Chihuahua Jack Russell Terrier

Male, 3 yrs 7 mos
Normal, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
We can't have a Bonnie without a Clyde! Clyde was terrified at animal control, and he showed teeth to just about everyone. He LOVES other dogs, and quickly started to trust his foster mom. Sometimes, they just need patience and love. This is why foster families are SO important! Clyde was at risk of euthanasia due to his fear-based aggression. This poor little guy was just misunderstood. He is just 3-years-old, and he is a little plump at 12-pounds. We think he's likely a Chihuahua/JRT mix. Clyde must have another friendly dog in his forever home. He would be best in a family without young children. Someone who can continue to help him to trust strangers would be ideal. Clyde is good on a leash, in the car, likes to cuddle, and he likes to play. He is fine in a crate, but you have to let him come out on his own time. He is terrified if you try to pull him out manually. Can you help bring joy to a little lad like Clyde? If so, he promises to return that love in spades. Please apply here: https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/DBSR/Dog His minimum adoption donation amount is $345. He is neutered, up-to-date on vaccinations, microchipped, dewormed, heart worm checked, and on flea/tick and heart worm preventatives. We are located in Bloomington, IL We do not ship, you would need to travel to pick up your babies if you live out of state. Your current pets must be up-to-date on core vaccines, spayed/neutered, and on heart worm prevention year round. You must be at least 21-years-old to adopt. Please have your veterinarian and two non-family reference phone numbers ready. The app makes you start all over if you leave the page to look up numbers. For information about this dog's breed(s), visit: http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/abc.htm
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Betsy

Chihuahua

Female 1 yr 5 mos
Normal, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
If quiet souls are your favorite kind, Betsy just might steal your heart. At only 1 year old and 8 pounds, this precious Chihuahua is learning that life can be kind. Betsy came from a heartbreaking hoarding situation with 130 other dogs, so the world is still a big, unfamiliar place to her. She isn’t fearful forever—she just needs a little time, patience, and someone who understands that trust is earned. One thing that gives Betsy confidence? Other small dogs! She absolutely needs a friendly, confident canine companion in her forever home to show her the ropes and help her continue blossoming. Watching another dog enjoy life helps Betsy realize she can too. She is crate trained, rides well in the car, and is potty pad trained. Leashes are still new to her, so she’ll need a secure home and a family willing to let her learn at her own pace. Because sudden movements and loud activity can be overwhelming, Betsy is looking for a home without small children. Cats are unknown. There was a brief moment when we thought Betsy was expecting puppies, but it turned out to be a false (pseudo) pregnancy. She has now been spayed, is healthy, and is more than ready to begin the next chapter of her life. Betsy isn’t looking for perfection—she’s looking for patience, gentle encouragement, and a home where she can continue discovering just how wonderful life can be. The day she finally chooses your lap, follows you from room to room, or wags her tail with confidence will be a moment you’ll never forget. Could you be the family that shows Betsy what love has always been meant to feel like? ❤️ Please apply here: https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/DBSR/Dog Her minimum adoption donation amount is $375 She is spayed, up-to-date on vaccinations, microchipped, dewormed, heart worm checked, and on flea/tick and heart worm preventatives. We are located in Bloomington, IL We do not ship, you would need to travel to pick up your babies if you live out of state. Your current pets must be up-to-date on core vaccines, spayed/neutered, and on heart worm prevention year round. You must be at least 21-years-old to adopt. Please have your veterinarian and two non-family reference phone numbers ready. The app makes you start all over if you leave the page to look up numbers. Better yet, help speed up the adoption process by also sending us your vet records, and having your references e-mail us at Deebysrescue@gmail.com For information about this dog's breed(s), visit: http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/abc.htm
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Celine

Chihuahua Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Female, 2 yrs
Normal, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Celine is ready to find her people! ❤️ Celine is a 2-year-old, approximately 11-pound Chihuahua/Terrier mix with a beautiful golden coat and about as much love packed into one little body as you could possibly imagine. When Celine came to us, she had a severely enlarged, protruding eye. We initially performed a procedure to remove the excess fluid, but ultimately had to go back and remove the eye. Her pathology results came back benign, and she’s now ready for adoption! And let me tell you about this little girl. SHE LOVES. I know we say a lot of our dogs are sweet, loving, and want to cuddle. And I promise we’re not just making this stuff up because we’re trying to find them homes. 😂 Some of these dogs really are just THAT wonderful, and Celine is absolutely one of them. Give her a little attention and she gets so excited she can hardly contain herself. She wants to be loved, held, fussed over, and reminded approximately 100 times a day that she’s a good girl. And she is. Such a very, very good girl. She’s also been a wonderfully quiet little houseguest and does great with the other small dogs. We think she’d probably do just fine with respectful children, although we haven’t tested her with cats yet. She’s good riding in the car and does fine in a crate, too. Honestly, Celine is just one of those little dogs who makes it awfully hard to understand how she ended up needing a rescue in the first place. She has one eye and a heart that seems entirely too big for her little body. Whoever is lucky enough to adopt Celine is going to find out very quickly just how much love this girl has to give. Please apply here: https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/DBSR/Dog The minimum adoption donation amount is $345 All dogs are fixed, up-to-date on vaccinations, microchipped, dewormed, heartworm checked, and on flea/tick and heartworm preventatives. We are located in Bloomington, IL. We do not ship; you would need to travel to pick up your babies if you live out of state. Your current pets must be up-to-date on core vaccines, spayed/neutered, and on heartworm prevention year-round. You must be at least 21 years old. Please have your veterinarian’s information and two non-family references ready. You can help speed up the process by emailing veterinary records and having your references email us at Deebysrescue@gmail.com.
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Sir Pistachio Longshanks

Chihuahua Mixed Breed (Small)

Male, 8 yrs 9 mos
Normal, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Introducing Sir Pistachio Longshanks! Chio to his friends, which seems to include just about everyone he meets. Chio is an eight-year-old Chihuahua mix who weighs just under eight pounds. He has a little miniature Shiba Inu look about him and some impressively long legs. We felt a name with a title was only appropriate. He’s an affectionate little lap dog who enjoys being held, but doesn’t insist on it. There’s a whole world to investigate, after all. Getting a good photograph of him is a challenge because he’s so excited to see what’s going on around him. Chio has things to look at. Your photo shoot will have to wait. He seems comfortable in a crate and does okay on a leash. He has been quiet so far and seems to get along with other dogs, although dogs who come on too strong can frighten him. He hasn’t been cat tested. We think older, respectful children should be fine. Chio came to us with Titan after being confiscated by animal control. We don’t know the circumstances, and our focus is on his future happiness rather than a past we can’t explain. The boys don’t appear to be bonded, but they can certainly be adopted together. The vet’s office isn’t his favorite place. He seems worried about what might happen, so patience and gentle handling help. Outside of those understandably suspicious appointments, he seems delighted to meet new people. A little lap time, a little exploring, and someone to love him. That sounds like a pretty good next chapter for Sir Pistachio Longshanks. Please apply here: https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/DBSR/Dog The minimum adoption donation amount is $275 All dogs are fixed, up-to-date on vaccinations, microchipped, dewormed, heartworm checked, and on flea/tick and heartworm preventatives. We are located in Bloomington, IL. We do not ship; you would need to travel to pick up your babies if you live out of state. Your current pets must be up-to-date on core vaccines, spayed/neutered, and on heartworm prevention year-round. You must be at least 21 years old. Please have your veterinarian’s information and two non-family references ready. You can help speed up the process by emailing veterinary records and having your references email us at Deebysrescue@gmail.com.
Photo of Flower

Flower

Chihuahua Pomeranian

Female, 5 yrs
Normal, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
If you remember Flower from Disney’s Bambi, you’ll remember the adorable little skunk who was so sweet and shy that you couldn’t help but fall in love with him. Well, meet our version! She’s not actually a skunk, although her beautiful coloring might make you do a double take. She’s a five-year-old, 7½-pound Pomchi (Pomeranian/Chihuahua mix), and while she’s every bit as sweet as her namesake, she’s definitely not as shy! Flower came to us from the same situation as Miss Bunny and the boys, and naturally, once we had a Flower, we needed a Miss Bunny! The girls are not bonded and do not need to be adopted together. Now, Flower has a very important talent she’d like everyone to know about. She dances. Some people call it sitting pretty, but Flower would probably prefer that you recognize it as a carefully choreographed performance designed to win your heart. She’ll pop up on her little hind legs and perform for your attention, preferably followed by a standing ovation. Flower LOVES people, and she’s not shy about showing it. She’s also unbelievably soft, and once you start petting her, you’ll understand why she thinks she deserves an audience. She’s a happy little girl with a lovely balance of energy. She enjoys being outdoors, exploring, and occasionally letting loose with a case of the zoomies. But she’s not a wild child who needs constant entertainment. She’s also been a remarkably easy little guest! She does well in the car, is fine on a leash, and should be comfortable in a crate. She hasn’t been barky at all since arriving, although we certainly can’t promise she’ll never have an opinion worth sharing. She gets along with other small dogs, and we think she’d do well with respectful children. We haven’t tested her with cats yet. We genuinely can’t think of a single bad thing to say about this girl. She’s friendly, playful, easygoing, and just an all-around wonderful little dog. Flower is ready to dance her way into someone’s heart. And unlike her skunk namesake, the only thing she’ll leave behind is a very happy human. Ready to adopt Flower? Apply here: https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/DBSR/Dog Minimum adoption donation: $375 Flower will be spayed, vaccinated, microchipped, dewormed, heartworm tested, and on appropriate preventatives before adoption. Located in Bloomington, Illinois. We do not ship dogs. Adopters must travel to us. Applicants must be at least 21 years old. Current pets must be spayed/neutered, up to date on core vaccinations, and receiving heartworm prevention. We require a veterinary reference and two personal references who are not family members. Want to help speed up your application? Have your veterinarian’s information and your references’ phone numbers ready. You can also have your veterinarian send records and ask your references to email the rescue directly.
Photo of Peyton

Peyton

Chihuahua Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Female, 6 yrs 1 mo
Normal, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Peyton is a sweet, laid-back girl who loves cuddling on the couch! She's a little shadow who enjoys following her people around, showing off the cutest little prance along the way. She's done well with other dogs in our care and is happiest spending time with her favorite people. This sweet girl would love a family to call her own! All Pet Central Helps animals are up to date on age-appropriate vaccinations, spayed or neutered, microchipped (registration included), and current on parasite prevention. Dogs over six-months of age are heartworm tested. When adopting, we will ensure that you receive copies of veterinary and microchip records. Records are sent via email. Paper versions are available upon request. If you are interested in this pet, please fill out the brief Adopter Survey by hitting "Apply for Adoption" on the profile above. After we review your completed survey, we will contact you by phone or email within three business days. Please note- Out of respect for our volunteers and staff, we are closed on Sunday and Monday and will not be processing any applications on those days. Please get back to us right away when we call or email regarding an application so that we can quickly connect using the process below: Select a pet and submit an online adoption survey. A PCH! adoption counselor will contact potential adopters within three business days (PCH! cannot guarantee any pet's availability, but we make every effort to accommodate adopters with a reply and possible alternative suggestions). An adoption counselor and client will then have a conversation to answer questions, discuss any medical needs for the pet and determine the suitability of a match (if necessary, we may opt to put adopters in touch with foster parents). After a match is made, clients will be asked to sign our adoption agreement and pay the adoption fee online through our secure payment system *Please see our modified no-risk return policy. (below) The PCH! adoption counselor will then set up a specific appointment time and location. Adopters should bring a pet carrier and/or a leash to pick up and their ID. Adult pets will be wearing a collar. It is important that clients arrive on time, neither early nor late. Cats and kittens are required to leave in a pet carrier. If your adoption is scheduled at Pet Central Helps!: Upon arrival inside the Crossroads Center complex (360 Wylie Drive), look for the black Pet Central Helps! semi-trailer, which is right outside of our facility (Suite 720). Park in the parking lot and enter the facility. A PCH! representative will greet you and show you to the adoption room. Your new pet will be handed to you. We will take a "Happy Adoption Day” photo with your pet and family. If your adoption is scheduled at PetSmart – Bloomington, IL: Park in the PetSmart (1606 E. Empire St.) Parking lot and enter the store. We will be set up just inside the store entrance. Let us know you are here to pick up your pet! A PCH! representative will confirm your information and hand you your pet. We will take a "Happy Adoption Day” photo with your pet and family. If your adoption is scheduled at the Cat’s Meow Cafe: Navigate to PetSmart, park in the parking lot and enter the store. Locate a PCH! Representative at our adoption table and let them know you are picking up a Cat Cafe Cat. You will sign your final contract with your counselor and snap a picture of the completed screen. Head to the Cat’s Meow Cafe at 507 N. Hershey Rd and provide them with the snapshot of your final contract. They will get your cat and take a “Happy Adoption Day” photo with your pet and family. PCH! supports a 30-day no-fault return policy in which adopters are given the opportunity to find a better match. If we cannot provide advice/tools to keep a pet in the home we offer these options: Exchange for a pet that may be a better match** Receive a refund minus a $40 processing fee** With this approach, we can often turn mismatches into opportunities! Thank you, Pet Central Helps!

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Trusty

Chinese Crested

Male, Senior
Normal, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Needs special attention, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Meet Trusty, a 7-year-old Chinese Crested weighing 20 pounds and bringing plenty of charm along with him! This handsome guy is a hairy hairless, which means he's got a little more fluff than your typical hairless Chinese Crested. He's a kind, gentle boy with a friendly, easygoing personality and gets along well with other dogs. Trusty is deaf, so his family will just need to be mindful of communicating with him through visual cues rather than verbal commands. His unique coat and skin will need some extra TLC, too, but a little specialized care is a small price to pay for a sweet companion like Trusty. If you're looking for a one-of-a-kind friend with a gentle heart, Trusty might just be your guy! His minimum adoption fee is $250 plus a $15 rabies registration fee for McLean County residents. He has been neutered, microchipped, vaccinated, heartworm checked, dewormed, and is on flea and heartworm preventatives. For information about this dog's breed(s), visit: http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/abc.htm To fill out our adoption application, go to: http://fs16.formsite.com/WishBoneCanineRescue/adoptionapplication/index.html Wish Bone Canine Rescue  1303 Morrissey Drive Bloomington, IL 61701 www.wishbonecaninerescue.org           Since its our desire that you have a pet you can enjoy a lifetime of love with you, we take special measures to ensure that the pet is the best match for you and your family.  We require that you complete our online www.wishbonecaninerescue.org (Please give us 24 hours to verify your information). If you have any other questions, you can reach us by email (preferred) at wbcrshelter@gmail.com.  Thank you.November 10, 2026, 10:30 am
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Foxy

Pomeranian Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 5 yrs 7 mos
Normal, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Foxy is ready to trade the shelter for a calm home where he can truly shine. As a blind dog, he appreciates a quiet environment and patient introductions while he gets comfortable. Give him time, and you’ll discover what a wonderful little friend he is. All Pet Central animals are up to date on age-appropriate vaccinations, spayed or neutered, microchipped (registration included), and current on parasite prevention. Dogs over six-months of age are heartworm tested. When adopting, we will ensure that you receive copies of veterinary and microchip records. Records are sent via email. Paper versions are available upon request. If you are interested in this pet, please fill out the brief Adopter Survey by hitting "Apply for Adoption" on the profile above. After we review your completed survey, we will contact you by phone or email within three business days. Please note- Out of respect for our volunteers and staff, we are closed on Sunday and Monday and will not be processing any applications on those days. Please get back to us right away when we call or email regarding an application so that we can quickly connect using the process below: Select a pet and submit an online adoption survey. A PCH! adoption counselor will contact potential adopters within three business days (PCH! cannot guarantee any pet's availability, but we make every effort to accommodate adopters with a reply and possible alternative suggestions). An adoption counselor and client will then have a conversation to answer questions, discuss any medical needs for the pet and determine the suitability of a match (if necessary, we may opt to put adopters in touch with foster parents). After a match is made, clients will be asked to sign our adoption agreement and pay the adoption fee online through our secure payment system *Please see our modified no-risk return policy. (below) The PCH! adoption counselor will then set up a specific appointment time and location. Adopters should bring a pet carrier and/or a leash to pick up and their ID. Adult pets will be wearing a collar. It is important that clients arrive on time, neither early nor late. Cats and kittens are required to leave in a pet carrier. If your adoption is scheduled at Pet Central Helps!: Upon arrival inside the Crossroads Center complex (360 Wylie Drive), look for the black Pet Central Helps! semi-trailer, which is right outside of our facility (Suite 720). Park in the parking lot and enter the facility. A PCH! representative will greet you and show you to the adoption room. Your new pet will be handed to you. We will take a "Happy Adoption Day” photo with your pet and family. If your adoption is scheduled at PetSmart – Bloomington, IL: Park in the PetSmart (1606 E. Empire St.) Parking lot and enter the store. We will be set up just inside the store entrance. Let us know you are here to pick up your pet! A PCH! representative will confirm your information and hand you your pet. We will take a "Happy Adoption Day” photo with your pet and family. If your adoption is scheduled at the Cat’s Meow Cafe: Navigate to PetSmart, park in the parking lot and enter the store. Locate a PCH! Representative at our adoption table and let them know you are picking up a Cat Cafe Cat. You will sign your final contract with your counselor and snap a picture of the completed screen. Head to the Cat’s Meow Cafe at 507 N. Hershey Rd and provide them with the snapshot of your final contract. They will get your cat and take a “Happy Adoption Day” photo with your pet and family. PCH! supports a 30-day no-fault return policy in which adopters are given the opportunity to find a better match. If we cannot provide advice/tools to keep a pet in the home we offer these options: Exchange for a pet that may be a better match** Receive a refund minus a $40 processing fee** With this approach, we can often turn mismatches into opportunities! Thank you, Pet Central Helps!
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Little Red Riding Hood

Pomeranian

Female, 6 yrs
Normal, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
“My, what big teeth you have, Grandma!” Little Red Riding Hood looks a bit like a tiny werewolf who got distracted halfway through her transformation. But we’re pretty sure she’s the good character in this story. The wolf would have been much louder. This little Pomeranian is believed to be about 6 years old and weighs just 6 pounds. She was found as a stray, missing her fur from the waist down. We don’t know whether it will grow back, but she certainly knows how to wear a little outfit. Her red hoodie is especially appropriate. Red is a quiet little gem. She loves cuddles, enjoys being carried, and would make a lovely little sidekick. If your idea of a good day includes popping your tiny dog into a comfortable carrier and taking her along, she may be your girl. She seems comfortable in the car and does okay in a crate, too. She gets along with other little dogs, although she can occasionally offer a tiny growl if someone wants to share her spot on your lap. Apparently, sharing Grandma’s basket is one thing. Sharing her person is another. Give her a little space when she asks for it, and let everyone have their turn. She hasn’t been tested with cats or large dogs. We think gentle, responsible children could be fine, with supervision to keep this delicate little girl safe. At six pounds, our concern is more about someone accidentally hurting her than the other way around. Little Red doesn’t need a castle or a heroic rescue from a wolf. She’d be pretty happy with a soft place to land, a wardrobe that accommodates her current fur situation, and someone who likes their lap occupied. Please apply here: https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/DBSR/Dog The minimum adoption donation amount is $275 All dogs are fixed, up-to-date on vaccinations, microchipped, dewormed, heartworm checked, and on flea/tick and heartworm preventatives. We are located in Bloomington, IL. We do not ship; you would need to travel to pick up your babies if you live out of state. Your current pets must be up-to-date on core vaccines, spayed/neutered, and on heartworm prevention year-round. You must be at least 21 years old. Please have your veterinarian’s information and two non-family references ready. You can help speed up the process by emailing veterinary records and having your references email us at Deebysrescue@gmail.com.

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Pet Central Helps

360 Wylie Drive, Suite 720, Normal, IL 61761

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Deeby’s Senior Chihuahua Rescue

Normal, IL 61761

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Wish Bone Canine Rescue

1824 W Hovey Ave, Normal, IL 61761

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My Loveable Angels

105 W. Jefferson, Bloomington, IL 61701

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Grafelman Farms

Peoria, IL 61604

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Pet Pack Rescue Initiative, NFP

Peoria, IL 61615

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Edwards, IL 61528

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