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Puppies and dogs in Highland, Illinois

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

Jesse (a courtesy listing in Northern IL)

Border Collie

Male, Young

Highland, IL

Size

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

Details

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

Story

You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Jesse, a young Border Collie about 2 years old, is up for adoption through the Midwest Border Collie Rescue in northern Illinois. Jesse is a terrific boy who hasn't gotten the attention he should because he is a bi-color smooth-coat BC, which may seem unusual to some. (However, smoothies are the best when it comes to coat maintainence, you should know!) Jesse is being fostered in northern Illinois and MWBCR says that he is truly a gem of a dog: loyal, smart, loves to learn, gets along with all other dogs, not over-the-top in energy level, and with great house manners. He's very treat and ball-motivated, which would seem to make him an excellent candidate for dog sports. If you're interested in meeting or learning more about Jesse, please reach out to Midwest Border Collie Rescue about him. Email: bordercolliesrule1@gmail.com or team@midwestbordercollies.org Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.September 28, 2026, 6:41 pm

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Toby

Border Collie

Male, Young

Highland, IL

Size

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

Details

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

Story

You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Please contact stephodellbc@hotmail.com for more information about this pet.Toby — Sweet, Silly & Toy-Obsessed! About 1 year old • Plymouth, IN Toby is an adorable young Border Collie mix with a heart full of love and a toy box full of favorites! This boy lives for toys — toss one, squeak one, crinkle one, and he’s instantly your biggest fan. He rides beautifully in the car, enjoys daycare, and gets along wonderfully with other dogs. He’ll happily chase the foster’s cat for fun, but he’s never shown any intent to harm. Toby can get overwhelmed in new environments and is suspicious of strangers at first — but once he feels safe, he becomes incredibly affectionate, silly, and totally himself. In places he knows, he’s a very normal, happy, fun dog. Toby’s Highlights LOVES toys — seriously, they’re his love language Great with other dogs Rides well in the car Cat-curious but harmless Very affectionate once comfortable Enjoys daycare and is social there Needs time and patience in new environments If you’re looking for a sweet, sensitive, toy-loving boy who will adore you once he trusts you, Toby might just be your perfect match. Fostered in Plymouth, IN Please contact stephodellbc@hotmail.com if you have any questions about Toby. You can complete an application to adopt Toby or any of the dogs on our website at www.comebyebcrescue.org . *** The potential adopter will get a refund on the Application Fee if it’s determined by the Foster Parent that it’s not a good match for the dog and the dog for them, if we do not process their application. Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.September 28, 2026, 6:41 pm

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Kip (a courtesy listing in Austin TX)

Border Collie

Female, Young

Highland, 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

You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Kip is a young and petite Border Collie who is with the Central Texas Ruffugees rescue in Austin TX. The rescue says this about Kip: Kip is about a year old and a petite 35 lbs. She is a really great girl—sweet, affectionate, and she gets along wonderfully with other dogs. She has been around cats and simply ignores them. She is already spayed, up to date on vaccines, and heartworm negative. We would love to find a Border Collie-savvy home for her.You can see Kip on the rescue's website, here: https://www.centraltexasruffugees.org/adoptable-dogsThe rescue's Facebook page is here: https://www.facebook.com/Centraltexasruffugees#To get more info about Kip, please e-mail her rescue here: info@centraltexasruffugees.orgVisit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.September 28, 2026, 6:41 pm

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Poirot

Great Pyrenees German Shepherd Dog

Male, Young

Highland, IL

Size

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

Details

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

Story

We got Poirot to be a companion to our aging Malamute who had recently lost his friend, our 12 yr old German Shepherd. Poirot did the trick and seemed to lift our malamute’s spirits until he also passed away. Now Poirot is an only dog and we have full time jobs with 2 little girls under 4 yrs old. Poirot is a little too big and active for them so we don’t spend much time with him. We feel that at this point in our lives, we aren’t able to give Poirot his best life and are seeing if some other family has a lot of love to give.

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Danny

Border Collie

Male, Young

Highland, IL

Size

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

Details

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

Story

You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Please contact Riccwat@aol.com for more information about this pet.Meet Danny!! Danny is a 10-month-old male dog who is currently in a foster home and working on basic skills. He is getting better at fetch and dropping the ball. He is also practicing “sit” and “wait.” Danny goes on multiple walks a day and currently uses an Easy Walk harness while he continues to work on leash manners. He is intelligent, eager to please, playful, goofy, affectionate, even-tempered, a bit skittish, and housetrained. Danny has playful puppy energy and would likely enjoy having a dog buddy who can help give him more activity. In his foster home, he plays with an older doodle and can be redirected when play gets too intense. He benefits from activity, structure, and continued training. A very active senior could handle Danny as long as they are prepared for his energy and ongoing training needs. Danny can be cautious when meeting new people. In foster care, he approached a woman and wanted to be petted, but he was not ready to make contact with a man. He has not met children or cats yet. Because Danny can be enthusiastic during play, a home with medium or larger dog friends may be the best fit. The foster reports that he is not as good with their 13-pound dog because he does not yet understand that he cannot play full out with smaller animals. The foster also notes that he is intelligent and may figure this out with time, training, and supervision. Danny does well in his kennel overall. He may bark at first when left alone, but he settles down and has not been destructive. Toys and enrichment help keep him occupied. He is not afraid of water and jumps right into the wading pool. He sees geese and deer daily and still usually barks at them; he is getting acclimated, but if he is out on a walk, he wants to chase. Danny would benefit from an adopter who can continue working with him on training, exercise, and manners. We are still getting to know Danny so stay tuned for updates!! He is being fostered in Springfield, IL. Please contact riccwat@aol.com if you have questions about Danny. *** The potential adopter will get a refund on the Application Fee if it’s determined by the Foster Parent that the foster dog is not a good match for the applicant and we do not process their application. Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.September 28, 2026, 6:41 pm

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Rocky

English Shepherd

Male, Young

Highland, IL

Size

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

Details

Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Please contact stephodellbc@hotmail.com for more information about this pet.Introducing Rocky! Clever and Witty! If there were a canine university this quick-thinking pup would skip a few grades and graduate top of the class. This handsome boy is the perfect mix of a perfect gentleman and an absolute goofball. When it comes to bath time, he is an absolute dream. But the second the water turns off and the high-velocity dryer turns on, his inner comedian takes the stage. He transforms into a hilarious air-snapping champion, trying to Catch every single gust of wind! Every dog Rocky meets is his new best friend. Cats are a different story. Rocky feels cats are basically furry, fast-moving toys built exclusively for a high-speed game of chase! Excellent co-pilot. He rides incredibly well in the car, making him the perfect companion for road trips. Playful spirit. Rocky is a happy and fun pup. Worth the wait. While he takes a little time to warm up to new people, his trust is entirely worth earning. Once he knows you, you are in his inner circle for life. Rocky would do best in a home that understands he needs just a little patience during the initial introductions. If you are looking for a loyal, fun-loving dog who is always ready for a ride, he might just be your perfect match! Rocky is around 1 year of age, English Shepherd mix being fostered in Plymouth, IN. Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.September 28, 2026, 6:41 pm

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Dog shelters and rescues in Highland, Illinois

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Dachshund Rescue of St. Louis

1140 Tulip Lane, Highland, IL 62249

Pet Types: dogs

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Come Bye Border Collie Rescue

P.O. Box 332, Highland, IL 62249

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Partners for Pets

9136 Lower Marine Rd., St.Jacob, IL 62281

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Southern Illinois Pointer and Animal Rescue

st. jacob, IL 62281

Pet Types: cats, dogs, farm animals, horses

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Speak! Rescue and Sanctuary

P.O. Box 318, Troy, IL 62294

Pet Types: dogs

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Metro East Humane Society Edwardsville

8495 State Route 143, Edwardsville, IL 62025

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Gateway 4 Paws

Maryville, IL 62062

Pet Types: dogs

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Metro East Lab Rescue

Maryville, IL 62062

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Clinton County Humane Society

1301 Apple Ln., Breese, IL 62230

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs

Shelter

Bond County Humane Society

2510 S Elm Street, Greenville, IL 62246

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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