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Puppies and dogs in Prospect Heights, Illinois

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Prospect Heights, Illinois. To learn more about each adoptable dog, click on the "i" icon for fast facts, or their photo or name for full details.
We'll also keep you updated on Emmer's adoption status with email updates.
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Emmer

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 1 yr 4 mos
Wheeling, IL
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered,
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Emmer is at our shelter. Please submit an application from our website or just come in to meet her during open hours! Scroll through her pictures to see her cute videos! Sweet, wide-eyed Emmer was surrendered to Chicago Animal Care and Control after her owner lost their housing. Emmer was at CACC for over a month, and seemed so heartbreakingly sad. We decided to take her in to our rescue, and we are so glad that we did! Emmer was known to be a shy and reserved dog, a wallflower, and indeed she was...for the first two hours! Shortly after her arrival to us Emmer must have realized she was safe and almost home free, because her entire demeanor changed... She is just a normal pup who wants to party! Emmer loves her dog pals, and loves swimming and splashing in water, as you can see in her videos! She loves playgroup, and is a star. Emmer really turned her frown upside down so quickly, and now she will not stop smiling and showing us all that Fruit Roll Up tongue of hers! We love when dogs finally feel safe and happy enough to show us their sparkle. Never stop shining, Emmer! Emmer's adoption fee is $300. This animal is spayed, up to date on core vaccines, and Heartworm negative.
We'll also keep you updated on Buddy 's adoption status with email updates.
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Buddy

Chihuahua Mixed Breed (Small)

Male, 1 yr 6 mos
Wheeling, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Buddy is living in a foster home. Please submit an application from our website and/or email dogs@heartlandanimalshelter.org to learn if you are a match! Scroll through his pictures to see his cute video content! Re-introducing our little guy, Buddy! Buddy is a special guy to us here at Heartland. He originally came to us back in Oct ‘25 from a hoarding situation in Arkansas. He was SO shy and nervous, but had such an irresistible softness to him and he got adopted almost immediately. Buddy bonded fiercely with his family, but we learned that he needs time to accept people outside of his circle. When they needed a caretaker to come in for an elderly family member (that Buddy LOVED!), he struggled with accepting the caretaker into his home and his adopters made the heartbreaking decision to bring him back to Heartland. We have really gotten to know and adore Buddy, and have learned a lot about him during his time with us. He spent about 2 weeks at our shelter getting to know staff and volunteers, before going to a foster home. Buddy bonds hard with the people he accepts into his circle - he LOVES them, he would do anything for them! He is wary of new people, some more than others. He needs slower, controlled introductions to new people and does best with routine and predictability. Therefore, he needs a quiet household without many visitors, probably adults only, and definitely as the only dog. As you can see in his pictures and videos, he does have the ability to socialize with other dogs in controlled environments. However, he can be possessive of his beloved people and shouldn’t live with other dogs. He is doing great with his foster mom, who lives by herself without other animals. He is already house-trained, never has accidents in the home! He is also crate-trained, which will be important for him to have as a safe space if visitors come over that he isn't ready to interact with. Here is what his foster mom has to say about him, “ Buddy is a beautiful young dog who is looking for someone to help him be a happy adult dog. He is so sweet and likes to be near his human. He still acts a bit puppyish and when excited while being petted and played with has yet to learn not to use teeth when playing with people. He likes being brushed and it makes his curly hair shine. He has started venturing onto a closed in porch in the nice weather and seems to enjoy watching the world go by.” If you are interested in an amazing and loyal companion, please reach out about Buddy! Buddy’s adoption fee is $375. This animal is neutered, up to date on core vaccines, and Heartworm negative.
We'll also keep you updated on Alamo's adoption status with email updates.
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Alamo

Labrador Retriever

Male, 2 mos
Wheeling, IL
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Alamo is at our shelter. Please submit an application from our website or just come in to meet him during open hours! Alamo is the cutest 2.5-month-old pup that came to us from Texas with his siblings recently. He is such a fun pup that loves to romp with his siblings, but also snuggle up with people! He is very photogenic and loves to strike a pose, even when his siblings are playing around him. Alamo is a big fan of treats and puzzles and we know he will do great with continued training! Alamo is going to be a wonderful addition to any home, so we hope you will come and meet him soon! Alamo's adoption fee is $450. This animal is neutered, and is up to date on core vaccines appropriate for their age. They will need a rabies vaccine at 4 months of age and a Heartworm test between 6-7 months of age at the adopter's own vet. Since he is a puppy, any adopter should anticipate needing to work on housebreaking and other training using positive reinforcement training only.
We'll also keep you updated on Spot's adoption status with email updates.
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Spot

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 1 yr
Wheeling, IL
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Spot is at our shelter. Please submit an application from our website or just come in to meet him during open hours! Scroll through his pictures to see his cute videos! Spot may have the most basic name, but he is anything but a Basic Boy! Spot is one of the sweetest dog souls you will ever meet, despite a rougher start in life. Spot and his siblings, including Bullseye who was adopted from us in February, were found in rural south Texas and taken to a wonderful place down there called SARA Sanctuary. Spot and his siblings were emaciated when they were brought in, at just 8 weeks old. We have the pictures, and they are heartbreaking. Luckily these pups were greatly cared for and grew into the big, strong, healthy teenagers they are today! Spot grew up around multiple dogs and people on the farm, and his top-notch socialization skills shine through as he simply loves anyone and anything he meets. Spot is the kind of dog that falls hard and fast for a person after just a few minutes... He comes off a little "thirsty," as the kids say, but we say: Adopters aren't here to play games, they are here to fall in love; so bring it on, Spot! Spot walks well on a leash, is well-socialized to people and animals, is affectionate and gentle... what more could you ask for?! If you have looked at his videos you understand what we mean when we say he is the sweetest soul. Even in his pictures he is smiling so brightly, his warmth and charm comes through. Spot is such a special boy. We know he will get the happy home he deserves, and he is going to make some lucky person (or people) the happiest in return. Spot’s adoption fee is $300. This animal is neutered, up to date on core vaccines, and Heartworm negative.
We'll also keep you updated on Aubreen's adoption status with email updates.
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Aubreen

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 2 yrs 1 mo
Wheeling, IL
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Aubreen is at our shelter. Please submit an application from our website or just come in to meet her during open hours! Scroll through her photos to see her cute video content! Aubreen is a smart and gorgeous 2 year old beauty who we met at Chicago Animal Care and Control. She was so engaging, fun, and affectionate, so we had to make her a Heartland dog! As you can see from her videos, Aubreen loves puzzles and toys, the outdoors, and snuggling (not necessarily in that order). She has the most endearing, goofy personality and the best smile, not to mention those epic ears! When Aubreen first met a dog here, she seemed so confused, and scared - like she'd never met another dog before. We think she had not been socialized much - but she is so so so happy to have the chance to make friends now! She is doing great in playgroup, and has made several new friends, including Virgil - her very bestie. We are loving seeing her learn how to play and experience the joys of just "being a dog!" We think Aubreen would be a great fit for an active family who loves training and enrichment activities. She is such a smart girl and absolutely adores learning, and when she's done with her puzzles and nose work, she would love nothing more than to snuggle up next to you on the couch. Aubreen is so smart and well-behaved too. She was definitely someone's pet and we hope she will be again very soon. She deserves to be adored. Aubreen's adoption fee has been generously sponsored. She is spayed and up to date on core vaccines. Aubreen is Heartworm positive and is undergoing treatment with us. Heartland will cover the cost of treatment until she is Heartworm negative. Heartworm is not contagious to other dogs or people; it is a mosquito-borne disease. It is both preventable and curable! Once cured, there are no long term health effects associated with having Heartworm. Aubreen has finished her 28 day course of antibiotics, and next she will receive three injections to treat her Heartworm, all to take place at our shelter with our veterinarian. Hw injection 1: 4/1/26 Hw injection 2 and 3: 4/28 and 4/29/26 That will complete the treatment, but she will need a quick retest at the adopter's vet 9 months post-treatment to make sure that she is Heartworm-free.
We'll also keep you updated on Armadillo's adoption status with email updates.
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Armadillo

Labrador Retriever

Male, 2 mos
Wheeling, IL
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Armadillo is at our shelter. Please submit an application from our website or just come in to meet him during open hours! Armadillo has the BEST ears! They look like little Dorrito chips on top of his head🥰 This cutie recently arrived from Texas with his siblings and has quickly made himself comfortable! Armadillo is a big fan of wrestling with his siblings, but then once he is all tuckered out he is ready to cuddle up and soak up all the love. We think he will do great with training since he is very treat motivated and loves to play with puzzles! Don't miss your chance to meet this adorable pup, we know you'll fall in love just as quickly as we did! Armadillo's adoption fee is $450. This animal is neutered, and is up to date on core vaccines appropriate for their age. They will need a rabies vaccine at 4 months of age and a Heartworm test between 6-7 months of age at the adopter's own vet. Since he is a puppy, any adopter should anticipate needing to work on housebreaking and other training using positive reinforcement training only.

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Dog shelters and rescues in Prospect Heights, Illinois

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

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American Eskimo Dog Rescue

PO Box 253, Wheeling, IL 60090

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Heartland Animal Shelter

586 Palwaukee Drive, Wheeling, IL 60090

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Adopt-A-Pet, Inc.

PO Box 408, Mt. Prospect, IL 60056

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Perfectly Posh Paws

1746 E. Corktree Lane, Mount Prospect, IL 60056

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Illinois Alaskan Malamute Rescue Association

200 East Evergreen Ave, Suite 103, Mt Prospect, IL 60056

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Plumbers for Puppies

975 Rand Road, Des Plaines, IL 60016

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Border Tails Rescue

2975 Milwaukee Ave, Northbrook, IL 60062

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FURRever Friends Animal Rescue - Midwest Region

4305 Weber Drive, Rolling Meadows, IL 60008

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Fortunate Pooches and Lab Rescue

P. O. Box 1296, Palatine, IL 60074

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Orphans of the Storm

2200 Riverwoods Road, Riverwoods, IL 60015

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