Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Good with kids,
Good with dogs,
Good with cats,
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
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/ THIS PUP IS SCHEDULED TO BE NEUTERED JULY 23RD AND WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION ONCE THIS IS COMPLETE. Chancho is a 5 month old male Airedale Terrier mix who weighs in at 11.9 pounds. This pup's adoption fee is $500. If you are still interested, please read more below. From day one Chancho has absolutely blown his foster away. For such a young puppy who has experienced so much change, he has settled into home life with an incredible amount of confidence and stability. He is currently fostered with two Borzoi and two cats and has integrated beautifully with everyone. He LOVES playing with his big foster dog siblings and would do great with another friendly dog, but he is people-oriented enough that he could also be happy as a solo dog. Chancho is already close to having sit, place, and break down and is eager to learn. Potty training is going really well, though his foster mom works remotely, so he gets frequent opportunities to go outside. He is also making great progress with crate training and understands that his crate is his space for meals, naps, and downtime. He is slowly entering his puppy chewing stage but is easily redirected to bones and puppy-safe chews. He did great for his nail trim and is a little nervous about the tub and dryer, but he is still so young and learning that new things aren’t scary! Most of all, Chancho LOVES his people. If given the chance, he would happily snuggle up in bed and sleep with you all night, though his fosters are currently crating him overnight to keep building those good habits. He has spent some time around a bonfire and sniffing the grill, too! If there is a warm lap, cozy blanket, or open spot next to you, that is exactly where you will find him. He is affectionate, goofy, playful, and has the cutest scruffy beard and little airplane ears. Chancho will thrive with a family excited to continue teaching him about the world. If you’re looking for a puppy who is equal parts cuddle bug, adventure buddy, and loyal best friend, Chancho may be your guy. This pup is micro-chipped, up to date on all vaccinations, and neutered. The new family will be required to complete a basic obedience course of their choosing. Please note ARF does not approve applications for any puppy under 6 months of age to families that live outside of Illinois and/or beyond 100 miles of Wheaton or Glen Ellyn, IL. A meeting will not be scheduled until you have an approved application, so if you're interested in adopting this pup fill out an online application today! https://www.arf-il.org/adopt/application/ Once your application has been approved, an ARF volunteer will contact you to arrange a meeting. ARF is an all volunteer organization. Due to a high volume of applications, we are often unable to respond to questions until your application has been approved. Thank you for your patience! 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 24, 2026, 1:03 pm
