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December 9th & 10th, 10 AM – 2PM.

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Foster a dog.

Volunteer your heart and your home.  Help our rescued dogs feel safe and secure until we find a loving family.

Train your dog.

CDR training is on Wednesday nights in the Spring/Summer and Sunday mornings in the Fall/Winter at the Medinah Park District Gymnasium. For the most up to date training schedule please visit our events calendar.

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Any Breed. Any Size. Any Age. Any Reason.

Chicagoland Dog Rescue is a volunteer based, shelter-less rescue. We are a non-profit organization dedicated to rescuing, socializing and placing homeless dogs into permanent homes – regardless of breed, size, or age.

Adoptable Dogs

Meet our adoptable dogs! Click on each dog’s photo to learn more and find out where you can meet them.

Meet Chandler

Meet Chandler

Meet ChandlerBREED: MixedAGE: PuppySEX: MaleBIO:  HELLO! My name is Chandler and my foster fam wants you to know just a little bit about me. I am GORGEOUS! I have the most amazing grey/green eyes to get lost in as well as being a very sweet, not a rowdy kinda of pup...

Meet Caramel

Meet Caramel

Meet CaramelBREED: Mixed breedAGE:  PuppySEX: FemaleBIO:  Hi! My name is Caramel and I am just as sweet as a caramel apple! And speaking of apples…I am looking to be the apple of someone’s eye! I am a little spunky to balance my sweetness. I am happy to play with the...

Meet Maple

Meet Maple

Meet MapleBREED: Mixed breedAGE: puppySEX:  femaleBIO:  HI! My name is Maple, maybe because I am as sweet as maple syrup. My beautiful, unique looks will leave everyone guessing what breed I am, especially since some of my siblings look like me, some look like labs...

Meet Midnight

Meet Midnight

Meet MidnightBREED: Mixed BreedAGE: puppySEX: MaleBIO:  HELLO! My name is Midnight and I am the most adorable fluffy pup you might ever meet! No one is quite sure what my mix is since some of my siblings look like labs and some look like heeler mixes and I am all...

Meet Morris

Meet Morris

Meet MorrisBREED: Mixed-?Lab/Heeler?AGE: 8 weeksSEX:  MaleBIO: Hello! My name is Morris and everywhere I go I have someone calling me the cutest pup, and I know it! Good looks are not the only quality I have. I’m really smart, too and already know a few commands —...

Meet Lottie

Meet Lottie

Meet LottieBREED: Mixed breedAGE:  PuppySEX: FemaleBIO:  Hello! My name is Lottie and my foster says I am one of the most LOVING pups she has ever met! Whether it’s with a person or another furry friend, I am always looking for a warm body to cuddle up with. Hanging...

Meet Lavender at Petco in Schaumburg on Sunday from 10-12!

Meet Lavender at Petco in Schaumburg on Sunday from 10-12!

Meet Lavender at Petco in Schaumburg on Sunday from 10-12!BREED: Mixed BreedAGE:  puppySEX: FemaleBIO:  Hello! My name is Lavender and my foster Mom says I am sweet and dainty just like the beautiful flower! I am known to be a BIG cuddle bug and have three resident...

Meet Lotus

Meet Lotus

Meet LotusBREED: Mixed breedAGE: puppySEX: FemaleBIO:  Hello! My names is Lotus and I may just be the sweetest, most adorable pup you will EVER meet! Rumor has it that I may be a doxie mixed with something with pretty wiry hair and definitely have the perfect wired...

Meet Sophie

Meet Sophie

Meet SophieBREED: Lhasa Apso AGE: 11-12SEX: FemaleBIO:  Hello! My name is Sophie and I am the cutest most energetic senior lady! I am smaller girl, but don’t let anyone push me around as I love to be right in the center of attention all day long. One look at me in my...

Meet Igloo

Meet Igloo

Meet Igloo BREED: White Great Pyrenees AGE: 17 weeksSEX: MaleBIO: Hi Everybody! My name is Igloo, and according to my foster mom I am Irresistible!! I am a Beautiful White Great Pyrenees mix with the Softest, Fluffiest Fur Coat. I have the Cutest little face, and the...

Meet Pixie at Petco in Schaumburg on Sunday from 10-12!

Meet Pixie at Petco in Schaumburg on Sunday from 10-12!

Meet Pixie at Petco in Schaumburg on Sunday from 10-12!BREED: ?Lab MixAGE: 14 weeksSEX: FemaleBIO:  Hello! My name is Pixie and I am the cutest little bundle of joy you will ever encounter! I am a tiny furball that is not just a puppy but a whole world of charm and...

Meet Millie

Meet Millie

Meet Millie BREED: MixedAGE: 3 yearsSEX: FemaleBIO: Hello! My name is Millie and I am a pup with a heart full of sweetness and love! My foster family says not only am I well-behaved, but I am the true embodiment of perfect canine manners! I absolutely adore my daily...

Meet Archie

Meet Archie

Meet ArchieBREED: Chihuahua MixAGE:  12 weeksSEX: MaleBIO:  Hello! My name is Archie and not only am I the sweetest boy, I might just be the most GORGEOUS guy with my unique dappled coat! What is my most favoritest thing to do? PLAY, whether it's with my toys or the...

Yoga-adopted

Yoga-adopted

Meet Yoga-adoptedBREED: Shepherd MixAGE:  12 weeksSEX:  FemaleBIO:  Hello WORLD!  My name is Yoga and I am one beautiful, happy girl!  I love playing with toys and sticks and especially my foster fur brother!  I love having an older pup to show me the ropes!  My...

Meet Keno

Meet Keno

Meet KenoBREED: Lab MixAGE: 10-11 monthsSEX: MaleBIO: Hi, my name is Keno and if you look deep into my golden/green eyes and you will see that I am 35 pounds of pure JOY! My foster family wants you to know that I am super sweet, quiet, and amazingly friendly! Being an...

Meet Gus and Sophie

Meet Gus and Sophie

Meet Gus and SophieBREED: Lab MixesAGE: Gus-4 years old and Sophie-3 years oldSEX: Male and FemaleBIO:  Hi, we are Gus and Sophie, a beautiful, bonded pair looking to find a furever home together. Tragedy struck us earlier this year when our beloved Mom passed away...

Meet Louise

Meet Louise

Meet LouiseBREED: Mixed BreedAGE:  5.5-6 monthsSEX: FemaleBIO:  Hello WORLD!  My name is Louise and I may just have the very best set of ears you will have EVER seen!  And yes...they are all the better to hear with!  In fact, my foster family says I put them to good...

Meet Easton-looking for a foster or furever home!

Meet Easton-looking for a foster or furever home!

Meet Easton-looking for a foster or furever home!BREED: Pit MixAGE:  8-9 monthsSEX: MaleBIO: Hi, my name is Easton, and I am a Capricorn who is intelligent, agile, energetic, curious and loves to make new friends. Chasing balls and leaping in the air for a Frisbee is...

Meet Fern

Meet Fern

Meet FernBREED: Pit Mix AGE:  Adult SEX:  FemaleBIO:  Hi! My name is Fern and I am so excited to have the chance to find my happily ever after home! I was found tied up outside Chicago Animal Care and Control with my best friend Ephraim. I faired better at CACC and...

Meet Jerome

Meet Jerome

Meet JeromeBREED: Mixed BreedAGE: 6ishSEX:  MaleBIO:  Hi, my name is Jerome and I am the MOST gorgeous brindle middle-aged buddy looking for a wonderful foster or foster-to-adopt home! My current foster Mom says I am calm and polite and completely potty trained and...

Meet Bronx

Meet Bronx

Meet Bronx BREED: Pit mixAGE:  4-5 years oldSEX:  MaleBIO: Hi! My name is Bronx, and I love to cuddle! Cuddling is my absolute favorite!!!! I’m very energetic and love playing, too! I’m good with other dogs and adults but have never been around kids. My foster humans...

Meet Charlotte-looking for a foster or furever home!

Meet Charlotte-looking for a foster or furever home!

Charlotte-looking for a foster or furever home!BREED:  Pit mixAGE:  3-4 yearsSEX:  FemaleBIO: Hi, I'm Charlotte! I'm a fun, fast, active girl who looooves a comfy lap. At 3-4 years old, I'm past all puppy shenanigans and ready to learn and train. I love adults, but am...

Meet Chopper

Meet Chopper

ChopperBREED:  American Bulldog/ Pit MixAGE: 6 years oldSEX: Male BIO:  Hi, my name is Chopper or Chop as my foster Mom calls me!  I was an owner surrender who ended up at the very scary city shelter.  I sat there waiting for my former person to come back to get me,...

Meet Oliver

Meet Oliver

OliverBREED:  Pit Bull MixAGE:  6 years oldSEX:  MaleBIO: Hey! It's me, Oliver! Do you know where my forever family might be?  I've been waiting around and being a really good boy, but I haven't been able to find them.I was rescued from Chicago Animal Care and...

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Wish List

We rely on donated supplies for our rescued dogs. Every bit helps tremendously, and Chicagoland Dog Rescue and our dogs are very grateful for any support you can offer.

Shop

All proceeds from our merchandise sales and donations from partner retailers fund medical expenses, food and supplies for our rescued dogs.

Volunteer

We are proudly 100% volunteer-run. Our dogs depend on our volunteers for shelter, transportation, socialization, handling and training. Help is always welcome!

Donate

We are a non-profit, charitable 501 (c)(3) organization and all contributions are tax deductible. Your donation will be used to help rescue, rehabilitate and rehome dogs.

Order your Pet Food at Chewy.com and Chicagoland Dog Rescue will get a $20 donation!
Order your Pet Food at Chewy.com and Chicagoland Dog Rescue will get a $20 donation!

“Thank you so much for saving Penny for us. We just can’t imagine all the fun we were missing without her here.” ~Michelle K.~

“I can’t say enough positive things about my experience — saving a dog’s live and giving her a good home is the most wonderful feeling in the world. GiGi and I were meant to be together.”

“We are thankful to rescue a dog and give Sweetie a better life than she would have had otherwise. Keep up the good work Chicagoland Dog Rescue!”
~Mark G.~

“The kids have found a best friend for life.  We thank you for allowing us to share our home with Finn!”

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