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Puppies and dogs in Chicago, Illinois

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Adopt a dog in Chicago, Illinois

These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Chicago, Illinois. To learn more about each adoptable dog, click on the "i" icon for fast facts, or their photo or name for full details.

Lucy

Labrador Retriever Pointer

Female, 1 yr 4 mos

Chicago, IL

Size

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

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Lucy is a sweet and playful puppy around 4-5 months old. She's still working on her housetraining and only has accidents when it rains and occasionally on couches, but she's coming along well! She adores playing with other dogs and snuggling with her people. She will be a wonderful dog for a lucky family. She is available if the ad is up. She is located in Houston TX and will not be transported until the adoption is finalized. If you are interested, please fill out an application at recycleddogsrescue.org. If your application is approved, you'll be able to video chat with Lucy before finalizing the adoption. Her fee is $500.

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Teddy

Poodle (Toy or Tea Cup) Schnauzer (Miniature)

Male, 6 mos

Chicago, IL

Size

(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Teddy is the cutest puppy we have ever seen! He's a tiny little chaos bear - full on teething and the typical puppy high energy...he adores wrestling with his foster siblings - his best friend is a 50lb pit bull mix (also up for adoption!). Teddy requires a home with other dogs in it. He is fine with children though no babies as he is so small that rough hands can hurt him easily. He is still working on housetraining so please dont apply if youre not willing to housebreak him. Teddy is fostered in Hoston TX and will not be transported until adopted. His adoption fee is $850 (plus transit if not local). In order to be considered as his new paw-rents, you must fill out an application at www.recycleddogsrescue.org. Inquiries to this ad alone will not receive a response due to high volume and low follow though by adopters. https://youtube.com/shorts/x1AK9lxD5tI?feature=share

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Theo

Terrier (Unknown Type, Small) Poodle (Miniature)

Male, 6 mos

Chicago, IL

Size

(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

THEO is a very sweet and playful mixed breed dog. He's around 3 mo old and 7lbs but will likely be 20lbs full grown. He's very active and loves to give kisses. He gets along well with other dogs and appears non-reactive to cats (although he does not live with any). He would be fine with small children and adults alike. He enjoys chew toys and bones of all kinds and adores wrestling with anyone who will give him the time of day! He is NOT pottytrained so be prepared to deal with all things puppy (housetraining, chewing, etc). He is a very active puppy and would do best with someone with a lot of time and enregy! He is fostered in Houston TX and will not be transported until adopted. His fee is $850. You may pick him up in Texas or we can discuss flying him to you. The first step in adoption is to fill out an application at www.recycleddogsrescue.org.

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Cyan

Labrador Retriever Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 1 yr 4 mos

Chicago, IL

Size

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

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Cyan is a very sweet and shy mixed breed dog. He's around 1 yr old and 35lbs but will likely be 40lbs full grown. He's gentle and loves to give kisses. He gets along well with other dogs and appears non-reactive to cats (although he does not live with any). He would be fine with small children and adults alike. He enjoys chew toys and bones of all kinds and walks gently on a leash. He is still getting the hang of stairs! Cyan is located in Houston TX and will not be transported until the adoption is complete. His fee is $850. If you are interested, you MUST fill out an application at www.recycleddogsrescue.org as the first step. We cannot respond to inquiries - only to completed applications.

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Oliver

Hound (Unknown Type) Labrador Retriever

Male, 3 yrs 2 mos

Chicago, IL

Size

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

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

OLIVER is a super sweet and laid back hound mix. He enjoys long sniffaris and lounging on your couch without a care in the world. He gets along fine with other pups (cats unknown). He is around 45lbs full grown. He's the perfect age around 3 yrs - no longer a puppy but not old either! Please consider this boy to be your next best friend. He is located in Houston TX and will be transported upon adoption. His fee including transport is $300. The first step to adoption is to fill out an application at www.recycleddogsrescue.org

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Chewy

Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier Yorkie Poo

Male, 5 yrs 2 mos

Chicago, IL

Size

(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Chewbacca is the sweetest little nugget you'll ever meet who is always at your side snuggled up. He's a terrier though, so he can be feisty walking by other dogs on a leash but he's all bark and no bite. He adores his people and would do best in a home with children, another playful small dog and a family who is home often. He does mark inside on occasion but is housetrained most of the time. His fee is $850 - he is located in Houston TX and will transported upon completed adoption. FILL OUT AN APPLICATION IF INTERESTED AT: www.recycleddogsrescue.org/adoption-application

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Dog shelters and rescues in Chicago, Illinois

There are animal shelters and rescues that focus specifically on finding great homes for dogs in Chicago, Illinois. Browse these rescues and shelters below.

Here are a few organizations closest to you:

Rescue

Shiba Inu Rescue Association

Chicago, IL 60601

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Recycled Dogs Rescue - Chicago Transport

Chicago, IL 60601

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Cressie Animal Refuge and Enrichment (CARE) - Chicago Transport Stop

Chicago, IL 60601

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Act Now Rescue - Chicago Il

chicago, IL 60601

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

New Leash On Life Chicago

211 S. Clark St., Box 2790, Chicago, IL 60690

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Animal Adoption

P.O. Box 2104, Chicago, IL 60690

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Shelter

The Anti-Cruelty Society

510 N LaSalle, Chicago, IL 60654

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

Shelter

The Anti-Cruelty Society - PetSmart locations

Chicago, IL 60654

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

Shelter

The Anti-Cruelty Society - Home-to-Home Program

Chicago, IL 60654

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Shelter

Havanese Angel League Organization

Chicago, IL 60606

Pet Types: dogs

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