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We'll also keep you updated on Motor's adoption status with email updates.
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Motor

Poodle (Miniature) Schnauzer (Miniature)

Male, Senior
Frankfort, 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
FOSTERED IN: Chicago, IL 60619 ESTIMATED DOB: 2013 WEIGHT: 9.5 lbs KIDS: Older DOGS: Yes CATS: Yes HISTORY: Motor came to us from a local Animal Control facility where he was turned in as a stray. ABOUT: Motor’s foster mom said he is a “pretty regular dog.” Motor is cuddly and loves attention. He is smart and quickly and easily adapts to your schedule. He is very food motivated for any training needs. His foster mom says he sometimes “doesn’t hear you” the first time you ask, but does as asked if you repeat yourself. Motor is good on leash and enjoys going for walks. He also enjoys lounging outside when the weather is nice, but isn’t a fan of very hot weather. He is a little anxious in the car and gives a quiet whine until he gets to the destination. Motor knows both sit and come. He also enjoys stuffed toys (especially if you play with him), but the rope toys with stuffies on the end only collect dust. Motor has been fine with everyone he has met both inside and outside the home, he seems to be pretty easy going with new people and doesn’t get overly excited. He seems to look to his foster mom for guidance on how to act with new people. Motor’s foster mom keeps him gated in one room of the house when no one is home, but even at 13 he has come up with some creative solutions to get under or over it. His foster mom said “I guess you can say he is really not closed off” 🤣 Motor is being fostered with a cat and other dogs and he has done well with both. Motor is not being fostered with children, but his foster thinks he will do fine with kids old enough to be respectful of a senior dog. Motor is housetrained, but like many male dogs he likes to do the occasional recreational peep, but he is agreeable to wearing belly bands to control this. Motor will bark to let you know he needs a potty break. Being a senior fellow, Motor will probably thrive in a home with a reasonable amount of routine and consistency. Are you looking to add an easy going, friendly, “regular” guy to your home? You can find our adoption application on our website: www.luluslockerrescue.org. Motor knows better than to bother a cat: https://youtube.com/shorts/VY6qgxavOp8
We'll also keep you updated on Sonya's adoption status with email updates.
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Sonya

Chihuahua

Female, 12 yrs 1 mo
Frankfort, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
FOSTERED IN: Oak Forest, IL ESTIMATED DOB: 2014 WEIGHT: 10 pounds KIDS: Older DOGS: Yes CATS: Yes HISTORY: Sonya was rescued from a shelter in Indiana ABOUT: Sonya is a 12-year-old brown Chihuahua mix with a gentle soul and the cutest frosted face. Weighing just under 10 pounds, this petite girl is calm, observant, and wonderfully low-key. She came to us on transport from Elkhart, IN and has settled beautifully into foster life, showing what a lovely little companion she truly is. At home, Sonya is quiet, polite, and easy to live with. She’s house-trained as long as she’s taken out regularly (especially right after meals), walks nicely on a leash without pulling, and is excellent in the car. She has free roam of the house while her foster is away and spends most of her time relaxing in her dog bed. Sonya isn’t much of a toy lover, but she is VERY food motivated and enjoys soft food and treats—she’ll happily supervise meal prep like it’s her full-time job. Sonya does best in a calmer environment. She can be skittish at first, especially with women, but with patience and kindness she warms up and enjoys affection. She’s not clingy, yet she’ll quietly follow you from room to room, keeping tabs on her person. When it’s time to relax, she settles right in with you. She’s fine with cats and does well with small dogs, and would likely enjoy a home with older, respectful children only. One of Sonya’s most charming traits is how she lights up in a fenced yard—she bounds around like a little deer, exploring and enjoying life with surprising energy for a senior gal. Because her eyesight isn’t perfect, she’ll need some extra care around stairs and in low light, but simple precautions (like gates and guidance) go a long way. Sonya’s ideal home: • Quiet or moderately calm household • Experienced dog owner preferred • Older children only • Apartment, condo, or house-friendly • Someone who appreciates a gentle, loyal companion Sonya is quiet, adorable, curious, and such a lovely presence to have around. Give her a little time to trust, and she’ll reward you with companionship, gentle affection, and the joy of watching a senior dog truly thrive. 💕 More information and our adoption application can be found at www.luluslockerrescue.org.
We'll also keep you updated on Rio's adoption status with email updates.
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Rio

Shepherd (Unknown Type) Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 1 yr 7 mos
Mokena, IL
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Play the song “Rio” and she’ll dance — but what she really wants is a forever home to stay in. Meet Rio — a calm, loyal teammate ready for her forever home Rio is an approximately 1.5-year-old shepherd mix who made her way to Ruff Draft through one of our trusted rescue partners in Texas. Rio and her sister were originally found along a river by a kind woman who took them in, helped socialize them, and gave them a safe place to start learning about life with people. She did her part — and now it’s our turn to help Rio find the forever team she’s been waiting for. Despite her uncertain beginning, Rio is a wonderfully balanced girl. She’s house trained and crate trained (not a single accident so far!) and settles in beautifully to a home routine. She’s calm, playful, affectionate, and listens very well — the kind of dog who makes you feel like she must have had a home once and is truly ready to belong to one again. Rio is Game Day Ready and does great with kids and other dogs. She hasn’t been tested with cats to our knowledge, so slow introductions or a trial period would be the best play for success. And here’s the fun part — while she was at the Texas rescue, staff would play “Rio” by Duran Duran, and she’d start dancing… which is exactly how she earned her name. 💃🐾 If you’re looking for a steady, loving companion who’s past the chaos and ready for real life on a forever team, Rio is ready to sign her contract. Breed & Size Disclaimer: We make our best guess on breed based on coat type, size, muzzle shape, and other physical traits, but breed mix, adult size, and weight cannot be guaranteed. We always welcome friendly suggestions if you think something may be inaccurate!
We'll also keep you updated on Sophie's adoption status with email updates.
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Sophie

Labrador Retriever Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 4 mos
Mokena, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet Simon, Sienna & Sophie — three playful Draft Picks ready for their forever teams! These sweet siblings joined Ruff Draft from one of our rescue partners in Texas after being found in South San Antonio. Their mom, Genevieve, had an owner who chose not to have her spayed and later abandoned both her and the puppies, leaving them in a field across from the house. Thankfully they were brought to safety, and now their next chapter is all about finding the loving homes they deserve. Born October 2025, this trio of Lab mixes is full of puppy energy, curiosity, and affection. Simon and Sophie are classic black pups, while Sienna stands out beautifully with her white coat and soft beige markings. All three are Game Day Ready and doing great with kids, cats, and other dogs. They love attention, playtime, and being part of the action, and like any young pups, they’re still working on their rookie manners — including remembering that jumping up isn’t part of the playbook yet. Simon especially is a big lovable goof who doesn’t quite realize how much he’s grown, so families with very small kids should just be mindful that his enthusiastic puppy energy could accidentally knock someone over during playtime. If you’re looking for a fun, affectionate teammate who’s ready to learn, love, and grow with your family, these three are ready to be drafted.
We'll also keep you updated on Antonio's adoption status with email updates.
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Antonio

Carolina Dog Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 2 mos
Mokena, IL
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet the Encanto Litter — our magical new Draft Picks! This beautiful little family came to Ruff Draft from one of our trusted rescue partners in Texas, after they were found under an abandoned house in San Antonio. They may have had a rough start, but they are safe now and we’re so excited to introduce them to their future forever teams. Mama Julieta is about 1.5 years old and believed to be a Carolina Dog mix. She is the absolute sweetest, housebroken and crate trained already. She arrived in rescue with eight puppies — five of them made their way to Ruff Draft and officially joined our roster as Draft Picks. The puppies were born 12/9/25 and include three girls (Isabella, Mirabel, and Pepa) and two boys (Antonio and Felix). Each pup has their own unique look — Pepa is especially striking with bold black-and-tan coloring, Isabella, Mirabel, and Felix sport classic shepherd-style coloring (with varying levels of fluff), and Antonio stands out with his beautiful white tricolor coat and resemblance to mom. We suspect there may be some shepherd in the mix, though they also look surprisingly similar to Chinook puppies though that's not as common of a breed. What we do know for sure: this whole crew is Game Day Ready. They’re super playful, active, social pups who are doing great with kids, cats, and other dogs. Whether you’re looking for a young teammate or a sweet mama ready for her own happily-ever-after, this family is ready to start their next chapter. Breed & Size Disclaimer: We make our best guess on breed based on coat type, size, muzzle shape, and other physical traits, but breed mix, adult size, and weight cannot be guaranteed. We always welcome friendly suggestions if you think something may be inaccurate!
We'll also keep you updated on Wyatt's adoption status with email updates.
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Wyatt

Shepherd (Unknown Type)

Male, 2 yrs 9 mos
Mokena, IL
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Introducing Wyatt! Wyatt is 10 month old Shepard Mix. He is young, spunky, and full of fun energy! He enjoys going on long walks and playing with toys. He will need some help with his obedience training, but he is very smart and a fast learner! He would make a wonderful family dog, as he gets along with other dogs and children. Thank you! The NAWS Dog Adoption Program operates as a rescue versus a shelter. We believe in matching the right dog with the appropriate family based on each specific dog or family's needs. To achieve this, we believe in spending the appropriate amount of time with each family to allow for enough interaction time with potential adopters. This cannot be achieved if people stop by unexpectedly to meet our dogs. Please submit an application at www.NAWSUS.org under the Pet Adoption tab to setup a day or time to meet with one of our adoption counselors and our potential adoptees. Thank you!

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Dog shelters and rescues in Frankfort, Illinois

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National Animal Welfare Society of the U.S. (NAWS)

Frankfort, IL 60423

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Lulu's Locker Rescue

P.O. Box 321, Frankfort, IL 60423

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Alsip To The Rescue

20601 S LaGrange Rd, Frankfort, IL 60423

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NAWS Humane Society

9981 W 190th Street, Suite A & B, Mokena, IL 60448

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Ruff Draft Inc Dog Rescue NFP

Mokena, IL 60448

Pet Types: dogs

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Wire Fox Terrier Rescue Midwest

Chicago, IL 60448

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South Suburban Humane Society

21800 Central Ave, Matteson, IL 60443

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South Suburban Humane Society -- Foster Care

21800 Central Ave., Matteson, IL 60443

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South Suburban Humane Society - PetSmart Everyday Adoption Centers

21800 Central Ave., see each pet's listing for details, Matteson, IL 60443

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One Goal Animal Foundation

Tinley Park, IL 60477

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits

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