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Brian

Great Dane

Male, 2 mos
Northbrook, IL
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(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less
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Charlie

Great Dane

Female, Adult
Wheaton, IL
Size
(when grown) X-Large 101 lbs (46 kg) or more
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Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained,
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You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.Thanks for your interest in a pet from A.R.F.! If you see a pet here, they are still available for adoption and you should apply through our adoption application on our website at  https://www.arf-il.org/adopt/application/   Don't let the name fool you! Charlie is a 2.5 year old FEMALE Great Dane who came to ARF very skinny and now weighs in at 95 pounds. This dog's adoption fee is $650.  If you are still interested, please read more below. Charlie is a typical Great Dane - a sweet girl full of love. She will be right there with you on the couch taking all the attention you can give. Charlie loves to meet and play with other dogs of all sizes but is not friendly with other small animals. She has not been cat tested. She loves to play with the other dog in her foster home in the backyard. Charlie is housebroken except for a few accidents when she was first adjusting to her new environment. Charlie needs some basic training. She is smart and very food motivated so she picks things up quickly with treat rewards. She can be shy with new people at first, but she warms up to them easily after a little time and a treat or two. Given her size, she would do best with older children. She likes to lean on people and her play style may be too much for little humans. Any adopter needs to be prepared for how big Charlie is, and she will go for food her reach - she can reach the top of the refrigerator! She only goes for food when her foster is out of the house. She is a good girl when her foster is home. Her foster feels confident she can be trained out of her refrigerator surfing. She has already gotten better with a little training and her human putting everything away when going out. Charlie is microchipped, up to date on all vaccinations, housebroken, and spayed.  This dog's family will be required to complete a basic obedience course of their choosing.  A meeting will not be scheduled until you have an approved application, so if you are interested in adopting this dog, fill out an Online Application today!  Once your application has been approved, an ARF volunteer will contact you to arrange a meeting.Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.   Thank you for considering a rescue pet from A.R.F.-Animal Rescue Foundation! We are  based in Wheaton, IL and conduct adoption events in the DuPage County area. If you are interested in adopting one of our pets, please submit an adoption application at https://www.arf-il.org/adopt/application/  Adoption appointments are scheduled based on the order of applications received, so submit your application early! Submitting an application does not commit you to any animal but does get you a head start with the adoption approval process. Due to a high volume of applications, we are often unable to respond to questions or schedule meetings until your application has been approved. More information about our adoption process can be found on our website here: https://www.arf-il.org/adopt/ As an all-volunteer, foster home-based organization, A.R.F. Animal Rescue Foundation does not have a facility where applicants can visit our animals. Please visit https://www.arf-il.org/events/ for a list of our upcoming adoption events.  Thank you for choosing to adopt, not shop! July 3, 2026, 1:18 pm

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Thunder Struck

Great Dane

Male, 1 yr 5 mos
Northbrook, IL
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(when grown) -
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Good with kids, Good with dogs,
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Meet Thunder Struck, a gentle giant with a heart every bit as big as his size. This handsome 1-year-old Great Dane is looking for a fresh start after being surrendered due to housing issues. Through no fault of his own, Thunder Struck found himself searching for a new family to love. Despite his impressive stature, Thunder Struck is a sweet, mellow boy who loves to play and spend time with his people. He currently lives with a young child, a Doberman, and two Pomeranians, and he gets along wonderfully with all of them. While his experience with cats is unknown, he has shown himself to be friendly, well-mannered, and easygoing around everyone he meets. Thunder Struck is crate trained, potty trained, and up to date on all of his vaccines. He has the perfect balance of playful puppy energy and laid-back Great Dane charm, making him an excellent companion for a family looking for a loyal best friend. If you've always dreamed of having a gentle giant by your side, Thunder Struck is ready to fill that role—and your couch—with love.

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Scooby Doo

Great Dane

Male, 7 yrs 11 mos
Chicago, IL
Size
(when grown) X-Large 101 lbs (46 kg) or more
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, House-trained,
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Scooby loves foster life but he would love a family of his own. He has a bit of a checkered past during his wild youth but has since aged to be a respectables dapper gentleman who enjoys car rides and trips to the hardware store and walks on a leash. He is a bit of a couch potato when it’s downtime but he definitely needs a couch of his own. He’s a bit disheveled in appearance but cleans up nice for tea parties. He gets along with his foster kitty sibling but his foster uses fairy dust so we can’t guarantee he will jive with all cats. FOCCAS is a foster based, non-profit rescue in Crossville, TN. The adoption fee Includes Age-Appropriate Vaccinations (DA2PPV, Bordetella, Rabies), Deworming, Spay/Neuter, Microchip, Flea/Tick/Heartworm Prevention, and Sheltering. Adult Dogs are Heartworm Tested and Treated as Needed. FOCCAS does not DNA test or guarantee breed. If transport is needed, there are additional fees to cover department of agriculture requirements and transport, the additional fee adds $300 to the adoption fee (any location out of Tennessee, East Coast, Great Lakes or New England regions)Thank You for Your Interest in Adopting a Canine Companion from Foccas-tn.org!To Apply Please Copy and Paste to your browser:https://service.sheltermanager.com/asmservice?account=hb2428&method=online_form_html&formid=41LOCATED IN CROSSVILLE, CUMBERLAND COUNTY, TN. WE CAN TRANSPORT OUT OF STATE, Visit out website for a full list of adoptable pets… https://foccas-tn.org/

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Gemma

Great Dane

Female, 5 yrs
Morton Grove, IL
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(when grown) X-Large 101 lbs (46 kg) or more
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Meet Gemma, a stunning Great Dane from Alabama with a heart as big as her paws. This gorgeous girl is the perfect blend of gentle, loving, and loyal. Gemma turns heads everywhere she goes with her elegant looks and graceful presence, but it`s her sweet personality that truly steals hearts. She enjoys spending time with her people, whether that`s lounging by your side, going for leisurely walks, or simply soaking up attention and affection. Despite her impressive size, Gemma is a gentle giant who loves companionship and is eager to be part of a family that will cherish her. She`s ready to leave her past behind and start her next chapter in a forever home filled with love, comfort, and plenty of cuddles. If you`re looking for a devoted best friend with endless love to give, Gemma may be the perfect addition to your family.THANK YOU FOR YOUR INTEREST IN SAVING A LIFE!Volunteers and staff are excited to assist you in the adoption process! Contact us at rescue@wright-wayrescue.org or call us today at (847) 728-5434. THERE ARE TWO WAYS TO ADOPT FROM WRIGHT-WAY RESCUE:OPTION ONE: RESERVE A PET IN ADVANCE by filling out an online application at https://wright-wayrescue.org/adoption-application-page- Our typical turnaround time for applications is within 48 hours.- An email will be sent to you once your application is approved. This email will include instructions on how to proceed with our reservation process. - Please note: The location listed in an animal`s profile does not indicate where the animal is available for adoption. Almost all of our adoptions are carried out at our Morton Grove facility.OPTION TWO: COME INTO THE ADOPTION CENTER AND MEET THEM ALL! The adoption center is located at 5915 W Lincoln Ave in Morton Grove, IL 60053. It is open Friday, 2pm-8pm and Saturday & Sunday, 11 am-5 pm.If you want to learn more about our mission, please read here: https://wright-wayrescue.org/our-mission.

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Matilda

Great Dane

Female, Young
Plainfield, IL
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained,
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Matilda — 10/10, Would Adopt Again  Reviewer: Her very lucky foster Product: One (1) Matilda Model: Great Dane / Hound mix Year: 1 year old Weight: ~55 lbs of pure joy I give Matilda a solid 10/10 and honestly don’t know how she hasn’t already been scooped up. Pros: Exceptionally happy girl (tail wag included at no extra charge) Friendly with strangers, dogs, AND cats — a rare triple threat Listens well (yes, really)  Housebroken (huge win, zero complaints) A total joy to foster and be around Beautiful medium-large size with a graceful, leggy frame Cons:  May cause excessive smiling  Will improve your mood daily you may wonder how you lived without her Matilda is that perfect blend of sweet, social, and easygoing. She fits right in wherever she goes, greets everyone like an old friend, and seems genuinely delighted to just be part of the action. She’s the kind of dog who makes fostering feel unfair because you immediately want to keep her. If you’re looking for a happy, well-mannered, loving companion, Matilda checks every box and then some. Final verdict: 10/10 — highly recommend adopting this girl immediately. If you are interested in adopting/meeting this pup , please complete our online adoption application that you can find here: https://www.starfishanimalrescue.com/adopt/dog-adoption-application . Your application will be reviewed by our team and if it is a good fit, we will be in touch! The adoption fee of $400 will include spay/neuter, microchip, age-appropriate/required vaccinations, treatment for heartworm, and any other necessary medical treatment to ensure a healthy new pup for your family. IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER: Although we do our best to describe the breed, since our pups all come from shelters, we can not and will not make any guarantee on breed or size. We can tell you that they are 100% RESCUED! And that is the BEST breed! *Please note that we are a foster home-based rescue and we do home visits as part of the adoption process - we are unable to adopt to families who live outside of the Chicago and surrounding suburbs. Thank you for your understanding. Visit this organization's web site to see any additional information available about this pet.July 3, 2026, 10:24 am

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Great Dane shelters & rescues in Illinois

There are animal shelters and rescues that focus specifically on finding great homes for Great Dane puppies in Illinois. Browse these Great Dane rescues and shelters below.

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Starfish Animal Rescue

P.O. Box 1355, Plainfield , IL 60544

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Woof Animal Rescue

9 cedar ct, Lemont , IL 60439

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Wagging Hearts - Naperville

1552 South Rt 59, PO Box #1487, Naperville , IL 60564

Pet Types: cats, birds, dogs

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Just Giant Rescue Inc - Illinois Chapter

PO Box 358, Oswego , IL 60543

Pet Types: dogs

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Jellystone Bark's Rescue Rangers

Yorkville , IL 60560

Pet Types: dogs

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Traveling Tails Dog Rescue

Palos Heights , IL 60463

Pet Types: dogs

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A.R.F.-Animal Rescue Foundation

PO Box 4423, Wheaton , IL 60189

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Focus on Cumberland County Animal Safety-IL Transport Stop

Chicago , IL 60176

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Anderson Humane

1000 S. La Fox St., South Elgin , IL 60177

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

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God's Dogs Rescue of TX for IL Transport Stop

Rosemont , IL 60018

Pet Types: dogs

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