River Forest

Puppies and dogs in River Forest, Illinois

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

Vinny

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, Puppy

Elmwood Park, IL

Size

(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)

Details

Needs experienced adopter,

Story

This is Vinny he is a really good boy. My father (his owner) recently passed away and I am unable to keep him because I will be moving into an apartment and already have another dog. He just wants attention and cuddles but we are gone at work a lot and he has separation anxiety. He needs a home where he will get a lot of attention. He also needs a high fenced back yard because he is a climber. His mom was pitbull and his dad a shepherd/huskie.

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Blu and Joy

German Shepherd Dog

Male, Young

Elmwood Park, IL

Size

(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)

Details

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

Story

🐾 Blu- is a handsome 2-year-old purebred German Shepherd, originally from Furry Babies, bought as a baby. Bday in February. Blue is the ideal dog; loyal, smart, gentle, and well-behaved. Blu has completed basic training, is fully potty trained, and can stay home comfortably for up to 8 hours. He is healthy, up to date on all shots, and ready to bring his great attributes to his new family. He would do great with a single owner, couple or family with children or other perts. 🐾 Joy is a sweet and athletic 3-year-old German Shepherd mix with a huge heart. Birthday is in November, and she was adopted from Petco at about 5 months old. Joy loves to cuddle, play, and be near her people. Joy graduated basic training, is fully potty trained, and fully vaccinated and completely healthy. Both dogs have grown up with two young children and are wonderful around kids. They are loyal, affectionate and thrive on human-companionship. Neither really bark indoors. Please message w who ur intered in.

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Pac-Man

Mixed Breed (Large)

Male, 2 yrs 8 mos

Oak Pak, IL

Size

(when grown) -

Details

Spayed or Neutered,

Story

Now Loading: Pac-Man Forget the arcade — the real prize is this wiggly, one-of-a-kind sweetheart! Pac-Man may start out a little cautious, but once you press “start” with a proper introduction, he unlocks his full potential: a happy, bouncy, tail-wagging bundle of joy! This high-energy hero is always ready to chase fun (not ghosts!) and zoom his way into your heart. And here’s the best part — once Pac-Man knows you, he never forgets you. Expect a full-on warm and wiggly welcome every single time he sees you. If you’re looking for a loyal, playful companion with major main-character energy, Pac-Man is your guy. Pop over to animalcareleague.org and press "Play" on a brand new adventure!

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Merkur

German Shepherd Dog

Male, 3 yrs 5 mos

Oak Pak, IL

Size

(when grown) -

Details

Good with kids, Spayed or Neutered,

Story

If you’re looking for brains, beauty, and a big ol’ shepherd heart, say hello to Merkur! This handsome boy is the full package: wicked smart, endlessly loyal, and charming enough to make you cancel your plans just to hang out with him. Seriously—Merkur doesn’t fall for tricks... he teaches them. Merkur is all about his daily walks (sniffing every bush = very important business) and has a serious weakness for treats—bonus points if they’re crunchy. He’s the kind of pup who thrives when he knows his people are all in. Give him love, structure, and lots of reassurance, and he’ll give you his whole heart in return. He’s already stolen ours—probably because we can’t resist those ears or his sweet, soulful eyes. Now, he’s on the lookout for a forever home where he can feel safe, secure, and oh-so-loved. Think Merkur might be your perfect match? Fill out an adoption application at animalcareleague.org and come meet your new best buddy!

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Huckleberry

German Shepherd Dog

Male, 4 yrs 2 mos

Oak Pak, IL

Size

(when grown) -

Details

Spayed or Neutered,

Story

Meet Huckleberry Huckleberry is the kind of dog who doesn’t just walk beside you — he sticks with you. This handsome German Shepherd mix is loyal to his core, and once he decides you’re his person, you’ll have a best friend for life. At first, Huck can be a little shy. He likes to take his time getting to know new people, but when he trusts you, his sweet and affectionate side comes shining through. He’ll lean in for pets, look up at you with those big soulful eyes, and make you feel like the most important person in the world. One of Huck’s favorite things is going for walks. He lights up the moment he sees his leash — trotting happily along, sniffing everything, just enjoying being out in the world with his person. Huckleberry is looking for a calm, patient home where he can feel safe and loved. Once he’s comfortable, he’ll give you all the quiet loyalty and steady companionship you could ask for. If you’re looking for a true friend — someone who’ll walk with you, love you, and always have your back — come meet Huckleberry. He’s ready to find his forever person. Fill out an adoption questionnaire at animalcareleague.org!

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Canelo

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 3 yrs 6 mos

Oak Pak, IL

Size

(when grown) -

Details

Spayed or Neutered,

Story

Canelo is a small guy with a big personality! He first came to us as a youngster and recently returned after his previous owner had an accident and could no longer care for him. Canelo loves going for walks and playing in the yard, and he’s even spent time training with Lifetime Bonds to show off his smarts. He can be a little shy at first, but once he gets to know you, he turns into a total love bug! Come meet Canelo today — he’s ready to find his forever home! Make sure to fill out an application at animalcareleague.org!

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Dog shelters and rescues in River Forest, Illinois

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

Here are a few organizations closest to you:

Shelter

Animal Care League

1011 Garfield, Oak Pak, IL 60304

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits, small animals

Rescue

Elmwood-Grove Animal Hospital

8035 W. Grand Ave., River Grove, IL 60171

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

ROMP Italian Greyhound Rescue

PO Box 34612, Chicago, IL 60634

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

ALIVE Rescue

PO Box 39111, Chicago, IL 60639

Pet Types: cats, dogs, rabbits

Rescue

Dog is my shepherd

Northlake, IL 60164

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Magnificent Mutts Rescue - Hillside

Hillside, IL 60162

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Shelter

Cicero Waggin' Tails Animal Shelter

1634 S. Laramie, Back Building, Cicero, IL 60804

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Midwest Canine Connection

norridge, IL 60706

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

LCB Abandoned Paws - Chicago transport available

Chicago, IL 60706

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Focus on Cumberland County Animal Safety-IL Transport Stop

Chicago, IL 60176

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Labrador Retriever Shih Tzu Chihuahua Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier German Shepherd Dog American Pit Bull Terrier English Bulldog Beagle Husky Poodle (Miniature) Boxer Dachshund Maltese Golden Retriever Australian Shepherd Border Collie Pomeranian American Staffordshire Terrier Pug Bichon Frise

Affenpinscher Afghan Hound Airedale Terrier Akbash Akita Alaskan Klee Kai Alaskan Malamute American Bulldog American Cocker Spaniel American Eskimo Dog American Hairless Terrier American Pit Bull Terrier American Staffordshire Terrier Anatolian Shepherd Aussiedoodle Australian Cattle Dog Australian Kelpie Australian Shepherd Australian Terrier Basenji Basset Hound Beagle Bearded Collie Beauceron Bedlington Terrier Belgian Laekenois Belgian Malinois Belgian Shepherd Belgian Tervuren Bernedoodle Bernese Mountain Dog Bichon Frise Black Mouth Cur Black and Tan Coonhound Bloodhound Blue Lacy/Texas Lacy Bluetick Coonhound Bolognese Border Collie Border Terrier Borzoi Boston Terrier Bouvier des Flandres Boxer Boykin Spaniel Briard Brittany Brussels Griffon Bull Terrier Bullmastiff Cairn Terrier Canaan Dog Cane Corso Cardigan Welsh Corgi Carolina Dog Catahoula Leopard Dog Caucasian Shepherd Dog Cavachon Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Cavapoo Chesapeake Bay Retriever Chihuahua Chinese Crested Chinook Chiweenie Chow Chow Clumber Spaniel Cockapoo Cocker Spaniel Collie Coonhound Corgi Coton de Tulear Curly-Coated Retriever Dachshund Dalmatian Dandie Dinmont Terrier Doberman Pinscher Dogo Argentino Dogue de Bordeaux Dutch Shepherd English (Redtick) Coonhound English Bulldog English Cocker Spaniel English Setter English Shepherd English Springer Spaniel English Toy Spaniel Entlebucher Feist Field Spaniel Fila Brasileiro Finnish Lapphund Finnish Spitz Flat-Coated Retriever Fox Terrier (Smooth) Fox Terrier (Toy) Fox Terrier (Wirehaired) Foxhound French Bulldog German Pinscher German Shepherd Dog German Shorthaired Pointer German Spitz German Wirehaired Pointer Glen of Imaal Terrier Goberian Golden Retriever Goldendoodle Gordon Setter Great Dane Great Pyrenees Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Greyhound Halden Hound (Haldenstrover) Harrier Havanese Horgi Hovawart Husky Ibizan Hound Icelandic Sheepdog Irish Setter Irish Terrier Irish Water Spaniel Irish Wolfhound Italian Greyhound Italian Spinone Jack Russell Terrier Japanese Chin Jindo Kai Dog Karelian Bear Dog Keeshond Kerry Blue Terrier Kishu Komondor Kuvasz Kyi Leo Labradoodle Labrador Retriever Lakeland Terrier Lancashire Heeler Leonberger Lhasa Apso Löwchen Maltese Maltipoo Manchester Terrier Maremma Sheepdog Mastiff Miniature Bull Terrier Miniature Dachshund Miniature Pinscher Morkie Mountain Cur Munsterlander Mutt Neapolitan Mastiff Newfoundland Norfolk Terrier Norwegian Buhund Norwegian Elkhound Norwegian Lundehund Norwich Terrier Nova Scotia Duck-Tolling Retriever Old English Sheepdog Olde English Bulldogge Otterhound Papillon Parson Russell Terrier Patterdale Terrier (Fell Terrier) Pekingese Pembroke Welsh Corgi Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Pharaoh Hound Pitsky Plott Hound Podengo Portugueso Pointer Polish Lowland Sheepdog Pomeranian Pomsky Poodle (Miniature) Poodle (Standard) Poodle (Toy or Tea Cup) Portuguese Water Dog Presa Canario Pug Puggle Puli Pumi Rat Terrier Redbone Coonhound Rhodesian Ridgeback Rottweiler Saluki Samoyed Schiller Hound Schipperke Schnauzer (Giant) Schnauzer (Miniature) Schnauzer (Standard) Schnoodle Scottie, Scottish Terrier Scottish Deerhound Sealyham Terrier Shar Pei Sheepadoodle Sheltie, Shetland Sheepdog Sheppit Shepsky Shiba Inu Shih Poo Shih Tzu Silky Terrier Skye Terrier Sloughi St. Bernard Staffordshire Bull Terrier Sussex Spaniel Swedish Vallhund Texas Heeler Thai Ridgeback Tibetan Mastiff Tibetan Spaniel Tibetan Terrier Tosa Inu Treeing Walker Coonhound Vizsla Weimaraner Welsh Springer Spaniel Welsh Terrier Westie, West Highland White Terrier Wheaten Terrier Whippet Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Xoloitzcuintle/Mexican Hairless Yorkie Poo Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier

Cairn Terrier Canaan Dog Cane Corso Cardigan Welsh Corgi Carolina Dog Catahoula Leopard Dog Caucasian Shepherd Dog Cavachon Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Cavapoo Chesapeake Bay Retriever Chihuahua Chinese Crested Chinook Chiweenie Chow Chow Clumber Spaniel Cockapoo Cocker Spaniel Collie Coonhound Corgi Coton de Tulear Curly-Coated Retriever Dachshund Dalmatian Dandie Dinmont Terrier Doberman Pinscher Dogo Argentino Dogue de Bordeaux Dutch Shepherd

English (Redtick) Coonhound English Bulldog English Cocker Spaniel English Setter English Shepherd English Springer Spaniel English Toy Spaniel Entlebucher Feist Field Spaniel Fila Brasileiro Finnish Lapphund Finnish Spitz Flat-Coated Retriever Fox Terrier (Smooth) Fox Terrier (Toy) Fox Terrier (Wirehaired) Foxhound French Bulldog

German Pinscher German Shepherd Dog German Shorthaired Pointer German Spitz German Wirehaired Pointer Glen of Imaal Terrier Goberian Golden Retriever Goldendoodle Gordon Setter Great Dane Great Pyrenees Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Greyhound Halden Hound (Haldenstrover) Harrier Havanese Horgi Hovawart Husky

Ibizan Hound Icelandic Sheepdog Irish Setter Irish Terrier Irish Water Spaniel Irish Wolfhound Italian Greyhound Italian Spinone Jack Russell Terrier Japanese Chin Jindo

Kai Dog Karelian Bear Dog Keeshond Kerry Blue Terrier Kishu Komondor Kuvasz Kyi Leo Labradoodle Labrador Retriever Lakeland Terrier Lancashire Heeler Leonberger Lhasa Apso Löwchen

Maltese Maltipoo Manchester Terrier Maremma Sheepdog Mastiff Miniature Bull Terrier Miniature Dachshund Miniature Pinscher Morkie Mountain Cur Munsterlander Mutt Neapolitan Mastiff Newfoundland Norfolk Terrier Norwegian Buhund Norwegian Elkhound Norwegian Lundehund Norwich Terrier Nova Scotia Duck-Tolling Retriever

Old English Sheepdog Olde English Bulldogge Otterhound Papillon Parson Russell Terrier Patterdale Terrier (Fell Terrier) Pekingese Pembroke Welsh Corgi Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Pharaoh Hound Pitsky Plott Hound Podengo Portugueso Pointer Polish Lowland Sheepdog Pomeranian Pomsky Poodle (Miniature) Poodle (Standard) Poodle (Toy or Tea Cup) Portuguese Water Dog Presa Canario Pug Puggle Puli Pumi

Rat Terrier Redbone Coonhound Rhodesian Ridgeback Rottweiler Saluki Samoyed Schiller Hound Schipperke Schnauzer (Giant) Schnauzer (Miniature) Schnauzer (Standard) Schnoodle Scottie, Scottish Terrier Scottish Deerhound Sealyham Terrier Shar Pei Sheepadoodle Sheltie, Shetland Sheepdog Sheppit Shepsky Shiba Inu Shih Poo Shih Tzu Silky Terrier Skye Terrier Sloughi St. Bernard Staffordshire Bull Terrier Sussex Spaniel Swedish Vallhund

Texas Heeler Thai Ridgeback Tibetan Mastiff Tibetan Spaniel Tibetan Terrier Tosa Inu Treeing Walker Coonhound Vizsla

Weimaraner Welsh Springer Spaniel Welsh Terrier Westie, West Highland White Terrier Wheaten Terrier Whippet Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Xoloitzcuintle/Mexican Hairless

Yorkie Poo Yorkie, Yorkshire Terrier

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