Dog Rescues and Shelters in Illinois
There are 26 dog rescues and shelters in Illinois in our directory. These organizations focus on dogs, from breed-specific rescues to shelters that take in only dogs.
Listed when the official name names the animal or the source record says which animals the organization takes in. Shelters that take in all animals are not listed here unless they say so.
Dog Rescues and Shelters in Illinois
- As Good as Gold - Golden Retriever Rescue of Illinois518 S IL Route 31 · McHenry, ILAnimal rescue
- Chicago Canine Rescue5272 N Elston Ave · Chicago, ILAnimal rescue
- K9 Enrichment Initiative Rescue100 Plainfield Post Office K9EI Rescue is foster based only. NO PHYSICAL FACILITY · Plainfield, ILAnimal rescue
- Midwest Greyhound Adoption433 Bliss Rd · Sugar Grove, ILAnimal rescue
- Second City Canine Rescue570 N Smith St · Palatine, ILAnimal rescue
- Wish Bone Canine Rescue1824 W Hovey Ave · Normal, ILAnimal rescue
- Boxer Rebound Inc4915 Ringwood Rd · Ringwood, ILAnimal shelter
- Free Spirit Siberian Husky Rescue25212 Graf Rd · Harvard, ILAnimal rescue
- Greyhounds Only539 Roosevelt Rd PMB 1003 · Glen Ellyn, ILAnimal shelter
- Fortunate Pooches & Lab Rescue145 Sayton Rd · Fox Lake, ILAnimal rescue
- Raven's Husky Haven & Rescue27779 5 Points Rd · Sycamore, ILAnimal rescue
- Wishbone canine rescue1303 Morrissey Dr · Bloomington, ILAnimal rescue
- A.r.f.-animal Rescue Foundation531 W Roosevelt Rd · Wheaton, ILAnimal rescue
- All Herding Breed Dog Rescue of Illinois2229 Maple Rd · Joliet, ILAnimal rescue
- Australian Cattle Dog Rescue of IllinoisMiller Lake Ln, Texico , 62889, United States · Texico, ILAnimal rescue
- Australian Cattle Dog Rescue of Illinois20996 N Miller Lake Ln · Texico, ILAnimal rescue
- Bark Of An Angel Dog Rescue,inc.329 Jefferson St · Algonquin, ILAnimal rescue
- Bark Of An Angel Dog Rescue,inc.329 Jefferson St · Algonquin, ILAnimal rescue
- DELTA Small Dog Rescue619 N Adams St · Kewanee, ILAnimal rescue
- Dye's Dog Pound9907 Citation Ct · Mascoutah, ILAnimal control
- K9s4u Dog Rescue129 E State Rd Unit 751 · Island Lake, ILAnimal rescue
- Wish Bone Canine Rescue2020 Bunn St · Bloomington, ILAnimal rescue
- The Dog Pound1011 Washington St · Waukegan, ILAnimal control
- Seven Petals Dog Rescue1052 S Market St · Monticello, ILAnimal rescue
- W.i.l.d. Canine Rescue3309 Robbins Rd PMB 109 · Springfield, ILAnimal rescue
- West Side Dog Pound905 W Main St · Carmi, ILAnimal control
Dog Rescues and Shelters by city in Illinois
Other animals in Illinois
Frequently asked questions
What is a dog rescue?
These organizations focus on dogs, from breed-specific rescues to shelters that take in only dogs.
How many dog rescues and shelters are in Illinois?
We list 26 dog rescues and shelters in Illinois. Listed when the official name names the animal or the source record says which animals the organization takes in. Shelters that take in all animals are not listed here unless they say so.
Why might an organization be missing from this list?
We only list an organization here when the source data, the official name or a verified correction confirms it. If you know one that belongs on this page, open its listing and use "Suggest a correction", or add it through our submission form.
How does adopting work?
Start on the shelter's or rescue's own website: most post their adoptable animals there and on Petfinder or Adopt-a-Pet. Visit or call to meet an animal, then fill in an adoption application. Expect to show a photo ID, and if you rent, proof that your landlord allows pets. The adoption fee usually covers spay or neuter surgery, first vaccinations and a microchip. Fees vary by organization and by animal, so ask the shelter directly.
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- Pet Adoption Fees ExplainedTypical adoption fees for dogs, cats and other pets, what the fee usually covers, and why prices differ between shelters and rescues.
- Pet Adoption ChecklistWhat to prepare before you apply, what to bring on adoption day, the supplies to buy and how to pet-proof your home.
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