This website shows dogs in animal shelters or animal rescues that have been waiting to be adopted.

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Midwest Area Pit Stop Inc.
Rose

Meet Rose: Your Gentle Shadow and Joyful Playmate Rose is the perfect blend of serenity and spunk. Around her people,...

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Have you seen a more perfect Dog - American Staffordshire Terrier, Boxer? Rose is looking for a forever family in the surrounding Madison, WI, 53704 area

You Need This Dog is an adoptable Dog - American Staffordshire Terrier, Boxer searching for a forever family near Madison, WI, 53704.

profile last updated on 06/20/2018

  • American Staffordshire Terrier
    • Temperment: Attentive, Courageous, Devoted, Friendly, Loyal, Tenacious, Intelligent
    • Breed Group: Terrier
  • Boxer
    • Temperment: Brave, Bright, Confident, Energetic, Fearless, Friendly, Intelligent, Loyal, Playful
    • Breed Group: Working, Guardian
H.O.P.E. Safehouse, Inc.
Foster Homes needed

Foster homes needed! We are a foster based rescue which means we can only rescue as many dogs as we...

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Have you seen a more perfect Dog - Labrador Retriever, Hound? Foster Homes needed is looking for a forever family in the surrounding Racine, WI, 53405 area

You Need This Dog is an adoptable Dog - Labrador Retriever, Hound searching for a forever family near Racine, WI, 53405.

profile last updated on 02/23/2016

  • Labrador Retriever
    • Temperment: Affectionate, Alert, Cheerful, Energetic, Friendly, Gentle, Intelligent, Loving, Loyal, Outgoing, Playful, Responsive, Social
    • Breed Group: Sporting, Bird
  • Hound
    • Temperment: Independent, Intelligent, Kind, Loving, Loyal, Sweet-tempered
    • Breed Group: Hound, Scenthound
Ma, Paws, and Me Pet Rescue, Inc.
Missy

SOMETIMES 2 IS BETTER THAN 1...Missy and Hyder have been through a lot together. They lost their elderly owner when...

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Have you seen a more perfect Dog - Shepherd? Missy is looking for a forever family in the surrounding Watertown, WI, 53094 area

You Need This Dog is an adoptable Dog - Shepherd searching for a forever family near Watertown, WI, 53094.

profile last updated on 05/16/2022

  • Shepherd
    • Temperment: Alert, Confident, Courageous, Curious, Intelligent, Loyal, Obedient, Watchful
    • Breed Group: Herding
Midwest Area Pit Stop Inc.
Elsa

Elsa: Your Wiggle-Butt Wonder Hi, I’m Elsa—and I’m pure joy wrapped in fur. I’m the kind of girl who wiggles...

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Have you seen a more perfect Dog - American Staffordshire Terrier, American Bulldog? Elsa is looking for a forever family in the surrounding Madison, WI, 53704 area

You Need This Dog is an adoptable Dog - American Staffordshire Terrier, American Bulldog searching for a forever family near Madison, WI, 53704.

profile last updated on 03/24/2021

  • American Staffordshire Terrier
    • Temperment: Attentive, Courageous, Devoted, Friendly, Loyal, Tenacious, Intelligent
    • Breed Group: Terrier
  • American Bulldog
    • Temperment: Affectionate, Alert, Courageous, Energetic, Gentle, Loving, Out-going, Social
    • Breed Group: Working, Guardian
Midwest Area Pit Stop Inc.
Anna

Anna: The Heartbeat Beside You Anna doesn’t just want to be near you—she lives for it. Whether you're heading out...

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Have you seen a more perfect Dog - American Staffordshire Terrier, Labrador Retriever? Anna is looking for a forever family in the surrounding Madison, WI, 53704 area

You Need This Dog is an adoptable Dog - American Staffordshire Terrier, Labrador Retriever searching for a forever family near Madison, WI, 53704.

profile last updated on 05/25/2021

  • American Staffordshire Terrier
    • Temperment: Attentive, Courageous, Devoted, Friendly, Loyal, Tenacious, Intelligent
    • Breed Group: Terrier
  • Labrador Retriever
    • Temperment: Affectionate, Alert, Cheerful, Energetic, Friendly, Gentle, Intelligent, Loving, Loyal, Outgoing, Playful, Responsive, Social
    • Breed Group: Sporting, Bird
Free Spirit Siberian Rescue
Walker

Husky Male 7 years old 60 lbs. Blue eyes Black-White-White fur coat Our boy, Walker, has had a hard time...

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Have you seen a more perfect Dog - Siberian Husky, Husky? Walker is looking for a forever family in the surrounding Harvard, IL, 60033 area

You Need This Dog is an adoptable Dog - Siberian Husky, Husky searching for a forever family near Harvard, IL, 60033.

profile last updated on 07/28/2025

  • Siberian Husky
    • Temperment: Alert, Friendly, Gentle, Intelligent, Outgoing
    • Breed Group: Working, Spitz
  • Husky
    • Temperment: Alert, Friendly, Gentle, Intelligent, Outgoing
    • Breed Group: Working, Spitz
Animal House Shelter
Roxi

I AM IN FOSTER CARE! PLEASE FILL OUT OUR ADOPTION APPLICATION. ONCE APPROVED, PLEASE EMAIL US (INFO@ANIMALHOUSESHELTER.COM) AND WE CAN...

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Have you seen a more perfect Dog - Border Collie, Australian Cattle Dog / Blue Heeler? Roxi is looking for a forever family in the surrounding Huntley, IL, 60142 area

You Need This Dog is an adoptable Dog - Border Collie, Australian Cattle Dog / Blue Heeler searching for a forever family near Huntley, IL, 60142.

profile last updated on 10/14/2022

  • Border Collie
    • Temperment: Intelligent, Energetic, Alert, Responsive, Tenacious, Loyal, Protective
    • Breed Group: Herding
Support The Cause
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Bombshell Bullies Pit Bull Rescue
Kenny

Kenny! All we can say is... what a stud! He really is something special. He LOVES to play with his...

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Have you seen a more perfect Dog - American Staffordshire Terrier? Kenny is looking for a forever family in the surrounding Vernon Hills, IL, 60061 area

You Need This Dog is an adoptable Dog - American Staffordshire Terrier searching for a forever family near Vernon Hills, IL, 60061.

profile last updated on 06/14/2023

  • American Staffordshire Terrier
    • Temperment: Attentive, Courageous, Devoted, Friendly, Loyal, Tenacious, Intelligent
    • Breed Group: Terrier
Glory Bound Rescue Ranch
Bless

Meet Bless! Bless is sweet 6-year-old girl who loves to run and play. She learns quickly and is super-fast. Bless...

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Have you seen a more perfect Dog - Mixed Breed? Bless is looking for a forever family in the surrounding Marengo, IL, 60152 area

You Need This Dog is an adoptable Dog - Mixed Breed searching for a forever family near Marengo, IL, 60152.

profile last updated on 11/05/2024

  • Mixed Breed
    • Temperment:
    • Breed Group:
Lovin' Life Rescue
Woodrow

*****WOODROW WAS STOLEN BY HIS CARETAKER AND GIVEN AWAY SOMETIME BEFORE 05 JANUARY 2020!!! IF YOU KNOW WHO HAS HIM,...

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Have you seen a more perfect Dog - Pit Bull Terrier? Woodrow is looking for a forever family in the surrounding West Dundee, IL, 60118 area

You Need This Dog is an adoptable Dog - Pit Bull Terrier searching for a forever family near West Dundee, IL, 60118.

profile last updated on 06/07/2019

  • Pit Bull Terrier
    • Temperment: Affectionate, Aggressive, Clownish, Courageous, Friendly, Intelligent, Loyal, Obedient, Strong-willed, Stubborn
    • Breed Group: Terrier
The Buddy Foundation
Donald

Donald is a smart, handsome, and loyal boy who’s ready for the right person to come into his life. With...

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Have you seen a more perfect Dog - Labrador Retriever, English Setter? Donald is looking for a forever family in the surrounding Arlington Heights, IL, 60006 area

You Need This Dog is an adoptable Dog - Labrador Retriever, English Setter searching for a forever family near Arlington Heights, IL, 60006.

profile last updated on 04/09/2024

  • Labrador Retriever
    • Temperment: Affectionate, Alert, Cheerful, Energetic, Friendly, Gentle, Intelligent, Loving, Loyal, Outgoing, Playful, Responsive, Social
    • Breed Group: Sporting, Bird
  • English Setter
    • Temperment: Strong-willed, Mischevious, Gentle, Energetic, Intelligent
    • Breed Group: Sporting, Bird
Animal House Shelter
Ollie

I AM IN FOSTER CARE! PLEASE FILL OUT OUR ADOPTION APPLICATION. ONCE APPROVED, PLEASE EMAIL US (INFO@ANIMALHOUSESHELTER.COM) AND WE CAN...

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Have you seen a more perfect Dog - Jack Russell Terrier, Yellow Labrador Retriever? Ollie is looking for a forever family in the surrounding Huntley, IL, 60142 area

You Need This Dog is an adoptable Dog - Jack Russell Terrier, Yellow Labrador Retriever searching for a forever family near Huntley, IL, 60142.

profile last updated on 03/03/2022

  • Jack Russell Terrier
    • Temperment: Alert, Cheerful, Courageous, Energetic, Independent
    • Breed Group: Terrier
  • Yellow Labrador Retriever
    • Temperment: Affectionate, Alert, Cheerful, Energetic, Friendly, Gentle, Intelligent, Loving, Loyal, Outgoing, Playful, Responsive, Social
    • Breed Group: Sporting, Bird
Canine Cupids
Mighty

Are you looking to have your dog skills and experience challenged? Do you have the patience of a saint? Then...

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Have you seen a more perfect Dog - American Staffordshire Terrier, American Bulldog? Mighty is looking for a forever family in the surrounding Milwaukee, WI, 53214 area

You Need This Dog is an adoptable Dog - American Staffordshire Terrier, American Bulldog searching for a forever family near Milwaukee, WI, 53214.

profile last updated on 09/05/2020

  • American Staffordshire Terrier
    • Temperment: Attentive, Courageous, Devoted, Friendly, Loyal, Tenacious, Intelligent
    • Breed Group: Terrier
  • American Bulldog
    • Temperment: Affectionate, Alert, Courageous, Energetic, Gentle, Loving, Out-going, Social
    • Breed Group: Working, Guardian
Save-A-Pet
Hank

I was removed from a neglect situation with another dog so yes life wasn’t really fun and there was obviously...

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Have you seen a more perfect Dog - Mixed Breed? Hank is looking for a forever family in the surrounding Grayslake, IL, 60030 area

You Need This Dog is an adoptable Dog - Mixed Breed searching for a forever family near Grayslake, IL, 60030.

profile last updated on 04/23/2021

  • Mixed Breed
    • Temperment:
    • Breed Group:
Support The Cause
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A Promise of Love
Toi

You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.*Toi is a a forever foster due to health...

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Have you seen a more perfect Dog - Miniature Pinscher, Chihuahua? Toi is looking for a forever family in the surrounding Beloit, WI, 53511 area

You Need This Dog is an adoptable Dog - Miniature Pinscher, Chihuahua searching for a forever family near Beloit, WI, 53511.

profile last updated on 05/13/2020

  • Miniature Pinscher
    • Temperment: Clever, Energetic, Friendly, Outgoing, Playful, Responsive, Intelligent
    • Breed Group: Toy, Companion
  • Chihuahua
    • Temperment: Alert, Courageous, Devoted, Lively, Intelligent, Quick
    • Breed Group: Toy, Companion
Midwest Area Pit Stop Inc.
Samson

Samson: A Big Heart in a Compact Frame Samson may weigh just 50 pounds, but his personality fills the room....

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Have you seen a more perfect Dog - American Staffordshire Terrier, Labrador Retriever? Samson is looking for a forever family in the surrounding Madison, WI, 53704 area

You Need This Dog is an adoptable Dog - American Staffordshire Terrier, Labrador Retriever searching for a forever family near Madison, WI, 53704.

profile last updated on 05/26/2020

  • American Staffordshire Terrier
    • Temperment: Attentive, Courageous, Devoted, Friendly, Loyal, Tenacious, Intelligent
    • Breed Group: Terrier
  • Labrador Retriever
    • Temperment: Affectionate, Alert, Cheerful, Energetic, Friendly, Gentle, Intelligent, Loving, Loyal, Outgoing, Playful, Responsive, Social
    • Breed Group: Sporting, Bird
Ma, Paws, and Me Pet Rescue, Inc.
Keelie (was Tuesday)

Meet Keelie! Meet Keelie — Your Cozy, Loyal Companion! 5-Year-Old Heeler Mix | ~60 lbs | Spayed | On Thyroid...

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Have you seen a more perfect Dog - Australian Cattle Dog / Blue Heeler, Mixed Breed? Keelie (was Tuesday) is looking for a forever family in the surrounding Watertown, WI, 53094 area

You Need This Dog is an adoptable Dog - Australian Cattle Dog / Blue Heeler, Mixed Breed searching for a forever family near Watertown, WI, 53094.

profile last updated on 09/17/2025

  • Mixed Breed
    • Temperment:
    • Breed Group:
Bombshell Bullies Pit Bull Rescue
Baby Huey

Huey is an extremely handsome pit bull mix. He was found in a hoarding situation with 26 other animals. He...

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Have you seen a more perfect Dog - American Staffordshire Terrier, Labrador Retriever? Baby Huey is looking for a forever family in the surrounding Vernon Hills, IL, 60061 area

You Need This Dog is an adoptable Dog - American Staffordshire Terrier, Labrador Retriever searching for a forever family near Vernon Hills, IL, 60061.

profile last updated on 06/30/2020

  • American Staffordshire Terrier
    • Temperment: Attentive, Courageous, Devoted, Friendly, Loyal, Tenacious, Intelligent
    • Breed Group: Terrier
  • Labrador Retriever
    • Temperment: Affectionate, Alert, Cheerful, Energetic, Friendly, Gentle, Intelligent, Loving, Loyal, Outgoing, Playful, Responsive, Social
    • Breed Group: Sporting, Bird
Save-A-Pet
Royal

Things I love: people, tennis balls, running outside, blankets, rolling in the grass, treats and more. I’m a very handsome...

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Have you seen a more perfect Dog - American Staffordshire Terrier, Mixed Breed? Royal is looking for a forever family in the surrounding Grayslake, IL, 60030 area

You Need This Dog is an adoptable Dog - American Staffordshire Terrier, Mixed Breed searching for a forever family near Grayslake, IL, 60030.

profile last updated on 09/11/2020

  • American Staffordshire Terrier
    • Temperment: Attentive, Courageous, Devoted, Friendly, Loyal, Tenacious, Intelligent
    • Breed Group: Terrier
  • Mixed Breed
    • Temperment:
    • Breed Group:
Puppers To Love
JACK

JACK Jack is a sweet, 5years young looking for a family that wants to spend time with him. He’s a...

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Have you seen a more perfect Dog - Hound? JACK is looking for a forever family in the surrounding Evansville, WI, 53536 area

You Need This Dog is an adoptable Dog - Hound searching for a forever family near Evansville, WI, 53536.

profile last updated on 11/25/2024

  • Hound
    • Temperment: Independent, Intelligent, Kind, Loving, Loyal, Sweet-tempered
    • Breed Group: Hound, Scenthound
Animal House Shelter
Ella

I am 52lbs, and l am looking for my forever home. Adoption Donation: $75 Meet Ella – your future best...

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Have you seen a more perfect Dog - Border Collie, Black Labrador Retriever? Ella is looking for a forever family in the surrounding Huntley, IL, 60142 area

You Need This Dog is an adoptable Dog - Border Collie, Black Labrador Retriever searching for a forever family near Huntley, IL, 60142.

profile last updated on 09/23/2023

  • Border Collie
    • Temperment: Intelligent, Energetic, Alert, Responsive, Tenacious, Loyal, Protective
    • Breed Group: Herding
  • Black Labrador Retriever
    • Temperment: Affectionate, Alert, Cheerful, Energetic, Friendly, Gentle, Intelligent, Loving, Loyal, Outgoing, Playful, Responsive, Social
    • Breed Group: Sporting, Bird
Support The Cause
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Ma, Paws, and Me Pet Rescue, Inc.
Kona

Meet Kona! She has a story for the Lifetime channel. This girl joined the rescue over 4 years ago as...

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Have you seen a more perfect Dog - Labrador Retriever? Kona is looking for a forever family in the surrounding Watertown, WI, 53094 area

You Need This Dog is an adoptable Dog - Labrador Retriever searching for a forever family near Watertown, WI, 53094.

profile last updated on 08/25/2022

  • Labrador Retriever
    • Temperment: Affectionate, Alert, Cheerful, Energetic, Friendly, Gentle, Intelligent, Loving, Loyal, Outgoing, Playful, Responsive, Social
    • Breed Group: Sporting, Bird
Animal House Shelter
Zoey

I AM IN FOSTER CARE! PLEASE FILL OUT OUR ADOPTION APPLICATION. ONCE APPROVED, PLEASE EMAIL US (INFO@ANIMALHOUSESHELTER.COM) AND WE CAN...

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Have you seen a more perfect Dog - American Staffordshire Terrier, Basset Hound? Zoey is looking for a forever family in the surrounding Huntley, IL, 60142 area

You Need This Dog is an adoptable Dog - American Staffordshire Terrier, Basset Hound searching for a forever family near Huntley, IL, 60142.

profile last updated on 05/26/2025

  • American Staffordshire Terrier
    • Temperment: Attentive, Courageous, Devoted, Friendly, Loyal, Tenacious, Intelligent
    • Breed Group: Terrier
  • Basset Hound
    • Temperment: Affectionate, Devoted, Friendly, Gentle, Sweet-tempered, Tenacious
    • Breed Group: Hound, Scenthound
Animal House Shelter
Nirvana

I AM IN FOSTER CARE! PLEASE FILL OUT OUR ADOPTION APPLICATION, ONCE APPROVED, GIVE US A CALL OR SEND AN...

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Have you seen a more perfect Dog - Pointer, American Staffordshire Terrier? Nirvana is looking for a forever family in the surrounding Huntley, IL, 60142 area

You Need This Dog is an adoptable Dog - Pointer, American Staffordshire Terrier searching for a forever family near Huntley, IL, 60142.

profile last updated on 08/15/2021

  • Pointer
    • Temperment: Active, Affectionate, Amiable, Even-tempered, Kind, Loyal, Intelligent
    • Breed Group: Sporting, Bird
  • American Staffordshire Terrier
    • Temperment: Attentive, Courageous, Devoted, Friendly, Loyal, Tenacious, Intelligent
    • Breed Group: Terrier
Ma, Paws, and Me Pet Rescue, Inc.
Melody

Ears for Years!!!! Meet Melody… Ears for Years!!!! Meet Melody… She is a 6 year old Shepherd mix weighing around...

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Have you seen a more perfect Dog - Shepherd, German Shepherd Dog? Melody is looking for a forever family in the surrounding Watertown, WI, 53094 area

You Need This Dog is an adoptable Dog - Shepherd, German Shepherd Dog searching for a forever family near Watertown, WI, 53094.

profile last updated on 09/07/2025

  • Shepherd
    • Temperment: Alert, Confident, Courageous, Curious, Intelligent, Loyal, Obedient, Watchful
    • Breed Group: Herding
  • German Shepherd Dog
    • Temperment: Alert, Confident, Courageous, Curious, Intelligent, Loyal, Obedient, Watchful
    • Breed Group: Herding
Save-A-Pet
Wendy

Sit, down and paw, come…can I learn more? I am an active girl and I enjoy a nice game of...

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Have you seen a more perfect Dog - American Staffordshire Terrier? Wendy is looking for a forever family in the surrounding Grayslake, IL, 60030 area

You Need This Dog is an adoptable Dog - American Staffordshire Terrier searching for a forever family near Grayslake, IL, 60030.

profile last updated on 11/27/2020

  • American Staffordshire Terrier
    • Temperment: Attentive, Courageous, Devoted, Friendly, Loyal, Tenacious, Intelligent
    • Breed Group: Terrier