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Puppies and dogs in Chicago, Illinois

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

Chase

American Pit Bull Terrier German Shepherd Dog

Male, Adult

Dolton, IL

Size

(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)

Details

Good with kids, House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Chase needs some love and attention. Has great personality. Requires walks. Love to play with ball & rope. Works well with neighbors dog who is the same size, but I’m not sure about small dogs or small kids. Got him from a coworker at 7 weeks. He needs to burn off the energy. He’s somewhat needy. It’s only been him & me for a long time. He doesn’t want anyone disrupting him while he’s eating. Let me know when someone is too close to the house. He’s a good friend.

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Medusa

German Shepherd Dog

Female, Adult

Blue Island, IL

Size

(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Medusa is a 4 year old german shepherd (turning 5 in October). We took in Medusa when she was about 4 months old from a family friend. We were told she was a pure german shepherd although she didn’t grow to be as large as one. We suspect she may be mixed or perhaps a runt but from the way she looks you can’t even tell. Medusa is very protective and loving but can be very energetic and jumpy. She loves to be around people but tends to get too excited and has a jumping problem. She has been good around our children who are mostly older. She does have a problem with “fighting” our larger male dog but we presume it may just be for dominance reasons. As mentioned, she loves attention and in the past has even faked an injury so she can be near us. Medusas worst quality is her hatred for the vet. She has thrown huge fits and taken off muzzles. Recently with a new family member it’s been especially hard to care for her properly and we think it’s best she finds someone with more time for her.

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Dovah

Shar Pei Beagle

Female, Young

Calumet City, IL

Size

(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less

Details

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

Story

I got Dovah from a friend who has her sister. She’s a happy, high energy dog. She loves to play and run around with her favorite toys and is extremely treat motivated! She’s only a year and a half old. She does fine with dogs and cats but will chase the cats if they run because she thinks it’s playing. She’s extremely smart and knows sit, heal, leave it, and down as long as you have treats on you. She is a little bit Mouthy (never breaks skin ever ) and is reactive (excited to see) to people coming in the house. She guards food will have to be fed in her kennel. She will need more foundational training, would do great in a training class. I would like her to go home as the only dog in the household , but able to interact with family and friends dogs. She does still love to play with dogs or someone who can provide good 1 on 1 time with her for multiple hours a day. She’s mostly potty trained as long as she gets out 3 times a day! Comes with a large steel cage and other items!

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Leo

American Pit Bull Terrier Mastiff

Male, Adult

Calumet City, 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

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Rihanna

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium) Rat Terrier

Female, Adult

Hammond, IN

Size

(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)

Details

Good with kids, Good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

We believe Rihanna is a Decker/giant rat terrier which is a hunting breed. She is super friendly and loves meeting new people. She is good around both young and older children. Most of the time she is a couch potato, but she loves going on walks and will play fetch all day. She is usually quiet, but will bark at cats and squirrels. She also communicates well with her people and is very vocal with her cute “barooo”.

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Austrellis

Corgi Border Collie

Female, Adult

Hammond, IN

Size

(when grown) Small 25 lbs (11 kg) or less

Details

Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,

Story

Austrellis (Strelli belli) Birthdate November 28th 2014 Birthplace North Augusta, SC 9 years of having a bestie, unfortunately needing to rehome for health and family reasons. Hoping to go to a good/safe home that loves cuddles. Strelli is a indoor dog. Loves a nice warm bed and pillow. Loves treats, purina one tender cuts in gravy, occasionally if you drop table food she will gladly help with clean up, you DO NOT have to tell her twice. Her mom is a full breed border collie and her dad a corgi (don't ask) Her aunt Thelma passed away in SC a few years ago and her brother Achilles lives in Griffith,IN Loves $1 toys not the expensive ones mama tried getting her. Not big on fetch but will give paw if you ask kindly.

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Dog shelters and rescues in Chicago, Illinois

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

Here are a few organizations closest to you:

Rescue

ALIV Animal Welfare Foundation

Chicago, IL 60643

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

The Darla Foundation (Cause 4 Paws Rescue)

PO Box 24, Calumet City, IL 60409

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

Rescue

Petite Paws Rescue, Inc. - Chicago

Chicago, IL 60617

Pet Types: dogs

Shelter

Hammond Animal Control

5131 Columbia Ave., Hammond, IN 46320

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Simply Shepherds Rescue

Crestwood, IL 60418

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Gimme Shelter

1915 Front Street, Whiting, IN 46394

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

Second Chance 4 Pets Network

Whiting, IN 46394

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Shelter

Love for Lolo Animal Rescue and Shelter

Richton Park, IL 60430

Pet Types: cats, dogs

Rescue

HoundSong Rescue

Hammond, IN 46324

Pet Types: dogs

Rescue

Homeless Hounds Rescue

P.O. Box 281, Oak Forest, IL 60452

Pet Types: dogs

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Puppies and dogs in Chicago, Illinois

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