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Puppies and dogs in Vernon Hills, Illinois

Looking for a puppy or dog in Vernon Hills, Illinois? Adopt a Pet can help you find a new best friend near you.

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Adopt a dog in Vernon Hills, Illinois

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

Chihuahua Dachshund

Male, Adult
Libertyville, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Not good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
George is a very sweet and loyal pooch to the ones he loves. He's slow to warm up to new people so his new owners will need to be understanding of that. He's been good with the dogs and cats in the foster home. Because he's shy we think it's best he go into an adult only home.George is snuggly and a fabulous lap warmer._________________________________________________________________________Adoption Donation for George is $ 525.00WANT TO MEET GeorgeThe first step would be for you to go to our website at www.aear.org and then to the “Adopting a Pet” page to read about our Adoption Process which will answer many of your questions and then to fill out an Adoption Application.Also, please visit our very active Facebook Page for updates on George and our other adoptable pets with AEAR - www.facebook.com/aear.orgAll our animals available for adoption are living in foster homes. This gives us the ability to really get to know the animals we have available and find them families that are a good fit for them based on their personalities. We do not have a shelter to visit the animals. To learn more about our adoption process, fill out an application and how to setup an appointment to view the animals, please click here April 25, 2024, 7:22 am
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Cubby Joe

Hound (Unknown Type) Pit Bull Terrier

Male, Adult
Libertyville, IL
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with dogs, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Looking for a running/hiking/exploring partner? Cubby Joe (AKA CJ) is happy to join you on all of your fun activities. This hound mix is full of life and love. He is a sweet, affectionate young dog who gets along well with other dogs. He may take time warming up to new people, but that's only because he wants to make sure they are worthy of his love and affection. CJ likes to stay busy - he is not a couch potato. This adorable, fun guy has been in his foster home for over TWO YEARS and we don't know why! If you can't adopt CJ, please share his information and help us find his forever home._________________________________________________________________________Adoption Donation for Cubby Joe is $ 425.00WANT TO MEET Cubby JoeThe first step would be for you to go to our website at www.aear.org and then to the “Adopting a Pet” page to read about our Adoption Process which will answer many of your questions and then to fill out an Adoption Application.Also, please visit our very active Facebook Page for updates on Cubby Joe and our other adoptable pets with AEAR - www.facebook.com/aear.orgAll our animals available for adoption are living in foster homes. This gives us the ability to really get to know the animals we have available and find them families that are a good fit for them based on their personalities. We do not have a shelter to visit the animals. To learn more about our adoption process, fill out an application and how to setup an appointment to view the animals, please click here April 25, 2024, 7:22 am
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Little bit

Chihuahua

Female, Senior
Libertyville, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Everything is possible with a 'Little Bit' of love! Our Little Bit is a senior who came to us with a large hernia. Our wonderful vet removed the hernia and spayed Little Bit. She is slowly warming up in her foster home. The way to Little Bit's heart is through treats. Little Bit needs a lot of patience and love. She is about 4 pounds which presents some challenges. Like many of us, Little Bit hates going out in the cold. She stands and shakes. She has arthritis and needs supplements and possibly daily medication. She also has to be carried up and down the stairs of her foster home. At 12-14 years old, she is too arthritic to climb. Little Bit is not housebroken and she doesn't care for pee pads unless she is confined to an area with them. Like many dogs her size, she finds strangers scary and often greets them with snaps and lunges. She can adjust to new people with time and patience. Little Bit currently lives with dogs and cats. Due to her small size, a home with small dogs would be best. She'd also be fine as an only pet. Little Bit's ideal home is quiet with family members who will carry her around and treat her like a baby._________________________________________________________________________Adoption Donation for Little bit is $ 525.00WANT TO MEET Little bitThe first step would be for you to go to our website at www.aear.org and then to the “Adopting a Pet” page to read about our Adoption Process which will answer many of your questions and then to fill out an Adoption Application.Also, please visit our very active Facebook Page for updates on Little bit and our other adoptable pets with AEAR - www.facebook.com/aear.orgAll our animals available for adoption are living in foster homes. This gives us the ability to really get to know the animals we have available and find them families that are a good fit for them based on their personalities. We do not have a shelter to visit the animals. To learn more about our adoption process, fill out an application and how to setup an appointment to view the animals, please click here April 25, 2024, 7:22 am
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Maggie Mae

Chihuahua

Female, Senior
Libertyville, IL
Size
(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
Maggie Mae may be a little older. She may walk a little funny. She may be a skinny little thing (we are working on that.) She does have a big heart and a loving soul. Her foster mom says she is adjusting to life in her home and is doing well. This sweet girl deserves to live out her golden years with a loving family._________________________________________________________________________Adoption Donation for Maggie Mae is $ 400.00WANT TO MEET Maggie MaeThe first step would be for you to go to our website at www.aear.org and then to the “Adopting a Pet” page to read about our Adoption Process which will answer many of your questions and then to fill out an Adoption Application.Also, please visit our very active Facebook Page for updates on Maggie Mae and our other adoptable pets with AEAR - www.facebook.com/aear.orgAll our animals available for adoption are living in foster homes. This gives us the ability to really get to know the animals we have available and find them families that are a good fit for them based on their personalities. We do not have a shelter to visit the animals. To learn more about our adoption process, fill out an application and how to setup an appointment to view the animals, please click here April 25, 2024, 7:22 am
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Daisy

Chihuahua Rat Terrier

Female, Adult
Libertyville, 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
Daisy was a mom who took wonderful care of her puppies. They are all adopted and now it's her turn! Daisy is a great Velcro dog. She loves being with her person/people and would be a great companion and maybe even assistant for someone who works from home or is retired. She does take some time to warm up to new people, and because of this we would prefer to adopt her out to someone within an hour of her foster home in Libertyville IL, as she would need a few meetings before adoption. But if you adopt her, Daisy will be your BFF in no time! Be sure to make room in the bed, because she will definitely want to sleep with you. Daisy enjoys running and playing with the other dogs in her foster home. She is a silly girl who is all done raising babies (she was spayed). Now its Daisy's turn to be someone's baby.If you are interested in learning more about Daisy or one of the other adoptable pets with AEAR as well as all of our adventures, please visit our very active Facebook Page for updates!_________________________________________________________________________Adoption Donation for Daisy is $ 525.00WANT TO MEET DaisyThe first step would be for you to go to our website at www.aear.org and then to the “Adopting a Pet” page to read about our Adoption Process which will answer many of your questions and then to fill out an Adoption Application.Also, please visit our very active Facebook Page for updates on Daisy and our other adoptable pets with AEAR - www.facebook.com/aear.orgAll our animals available for adoption are living in foster homes. This gives us the ability to really get to know the animals we have available and find them families that are a good fit for them based on their personalities. We do not have a shelter to visit the animals. To learn more about our adoption process, fill out an application and how to setup an appointment to view the animals, please click here April 25, 2024, 7:22 am
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Peter

Husky

Male, Young
Libertyville, 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
Peter is a beautiful puppy with a great personality. He is getting lots of socialization with people and dogs in his foster home. Due to their breed and size a single-family home would be best and kids over 8 and someone who is home or works from home would be ideal._________________________________________________________________________Adoption Donation for Peter is $ 525.00WANT TO MEET PeterThe first step would be for you to go to our website at www.aear.org and then to the “Adopting a Pet” page to read about our Adoption Process which will answer many of your questions and then to fill out an Adoption Application.Also, please visit our very active Facebook Page for updates on Peter and our other adoptable pets with AEAR - www.facebook.com/aear.orgAll our animals available for adoption are living in foster homes. This gives us the ability to really get to know the animals we have available and find them families that are a good fit for them based on their personalities. We do not have a shelter to visit the animals. To learn more about our adoption process, fill out an application and how to setup an appointment to view the animals, please click here April 25, 2024, 7:22 am

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Dog shelters and rescues in Vernon Hills, Illinois

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

Here are a few organizations closest to you:

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Bombshell Bullies Pit Bull Rescue

P.O. Box 5122, Vernon Hills, IL 60061

Pet Types: dogs

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All Heart Animal Rescue-IL Chapter

Buffalo Grove, IL 60089

Pet Types: cats, dogs, farm animals, small animals

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Dogwood Garden & Pet Center at Lambs Farm

14245 W Rockland Road, Libertyville, IL 60048

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Animal Education and Rescue

P.O. Box 7343, Libertyville, IL 60048

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs, rabbits, small animals

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REACH Rescue

372 Townline Road, Mundelein, IL 60060

Pet Types: dogs

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Adoptable Friends, NFP

26592 North Gilmer, Mundelein, IL 60060

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Best Chance Animal Rescue - IL Chapter

Vernon Hills, IL 60060

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Midwest Cattle Dog Rescue

Lake Zurich, IL 60047

Pet Types: dogs

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Midwest Shiba Inu Rescue [MSIR]

222 Wisconsin Avenue, Suite 4A, Lake Forest, IL 60045

Pet Types: dogs

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Orphans of the Storm

2200 Riverwoods Road, Riverwoods, IL 60015

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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