Chi-Town DawGz! 🐾
Lorna
Lorna
Lorna is at Chicago Animal Care and Control CACC
Last post for Lorna😢She has been waiting at Chicago Animal Control for 60 days, her owner has not come to save her. The shelter is killing for space and now she has to leave. She is around 4 years old, she is trained, she is loving to people and likes other dogs. She is a great, gentle, dog and deserves a second chance. Please share to find one person who will say “yes” to saving this beautiful dog. Please help her before she disappears. She needs us to help her!
Lorna A297804
Tink
Lorna
Tink is available to foster or adopt through NAWS.
Meet Tink! She is a 2 year old Pittie mix.
Tink's story is an unfortunate one. Tink is a special needs pup who came to us in 2023 at 8 weeks old. Her foster adopted her as a puppy, and recently had to return her to NAWS. Tink is heartbroken, depressed, lost, the list goes on..
As a puppy, Tink was diagnosed with a neurological condition that affects her back legs and bladder. Tink grew up to gain lots of strength in her back legs, and wears diapers to help control her bladder. She gets around great! You would never guess that at one point in her life she had trouble walking! Tink is looking for a family that will not give up on her. The lack of stability in her life has made her quite stressed. She will beed slow introductions to any other dogs in the home. She has lived with cats, and loves everyone she meets!
If you would like to meet Tink, please submit an Adoption Application at the link below?? or contact Dogadoption@nawsus.org to get in touch with our team.
https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/NAWS/Dog.
If you are interested in fostering Tink, please email Victoria at Victoria@nawsus.org
Diva and Ella
DIVA and Ella can be helped through Traveling Tails Dog Rescue
Please, Please, Please Share these girls! 🙏
Diva and Ella say STILL need a home! On June 4th it was a year that they have been without a forever home 😭
Diva and Ella from Afghanistan were returned back to the rescue a few weeks ago. After months of looking for a match for either one or both of the girls, they are back with us in foster.
Please help us find them a home either together or sadly separately at this point.
Both girls are 3 years old, around 38 pounds, potty trained and good with other dogs. We are requiring a fenced yard and a doggie friend for them if they get fostered or adopted separately. Ella is good with kids and Diva is shy around new people and would do better with older kids. No cats! These two girls have been through so much together and it’s absolutely heartbreaking. 💔
They are the sweetest girls. They were rescued in Afghanistan with their mom who had two broken legs. They have survived so much and they deserve a forever, loving home 🙏
Diva and Ella are currently in VA, but can be transported to an approved foster or adopter. Please tag and share or apply to foster or adopt at www.ttdr.org Thank you 🙏
Shallow
Shallow is available Through Fetching Tails
This beautiful golden bachelorette is on the market, and she's hoping you won't swipe left! She has been on the lookout for her forever home for five long years, but she's a patient girl and waiting for her perfect match. Shallow wants to know if you like....
✅ binge watching shows and couch time
✅ watching entertaining dog dances for treats
✅ being your shadow on all your adventures
✅ someone who is home more often for snuggles
✅ older children / more quiet household
Do you check Shallow's boxes? She's an easy going girl who wants to find her one true love. If that's you, you can apply for her here: https://www.fetchingtailsfoundation.org/adoptables/shallow
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Divina
Davina is currently up for adoption at Fetching Tails Foundation.
Divina has been with us for two years. This sweet girl has been through SO much in her 5 years of life - she was hit by a car in Texas, and her pelvis and hip were severely fractured and left her with nerve damage. Because of this accident, she's somewhat incontinent. With routine and a devoted foster home, she's done so well these last two years and just needs a special family to take a chance on her. Divina will thank you with endless love, kisses, snuggles, and a walking companion. She is great with other dogs and everyone she meets... she just needs that special someone to say yes and give her a chance.
If you're interested in learning more about Divina, we would love to hear from you. She's a special lady, and she deserves to find her forever! 🏠
Apply here:https://www.fetchingtailsfoundation.org/adoptables/divina
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Elio
Hercules
Elio is currently at DuPage County Animal Shelter in Illinois
Elio
Intake type & date: Stray, 7/27/25
Age: 10 months
Weight: 59lbs
Breed: Large mixed breed
Medical Notes: Male, neutered. Damaged eye removed
Sociability with adults: Friendly
Sociability with kids: Unknown
Crate/Kennel behavior: Kenneling OK
Housetrained: Unknown
Dog sociability: Friendly/playful
Cat sociability/prey drive: Unknown
Leash Behavior: Easy to manage on a harness
Adoption: bit.ly/DCASadoptions
Foster: bit.ly/DCASFosterPlea
Hercules
Hercules
Hercules is available Through Naws in Mokena, IL.
Come meet my special guest star his name is ✨️Hercules✨️
Hercules was found as stray and brought to NAWS Humane Society in Mokena, Illinois.
Hercules is about two years old who is dog friendly yet he has 0 interest, 0 applications.
It's beyond heartbreaking but that's reality in shelter life.
After spending time with Hercules he has A LOT to offer to his forever home.
Hercules is gentle and such kind soul.
Hercules knows his basic commands such as sit, down, look at me.
Hercules is also a couched potato but would love to have someone sit with him being a potato with him.
Hercules is loved by the staff and volunteers but he deserves more love in a home of his own.
Interested in Hercules fill out an application here www.NAWSUS.org
Want to help Hercules?
Share this post with friends and family.
Let's all come together and find him home he deserves
Franco
Franco
Franco is available at Naws in Mokena, IL.
I'd like to showcase Franco, a remarkably sweet 7-year-old Pitbull mix, who continues to wait for his perfect match at NAWS Humane Society of Illinois. With his super affectionate, adventurous, and lovable personality, he would thrive in a family environment. If a happy life filled with cuddles and kisses is what you're seeking, don't wait any longer to meet Franco. He's sure to capture your heart.
NAWS Humane Society of Illinois
Kirby
Darth and Yoda
Franco
🐾 Scribbles Scratch 📝 "it hits a little different when I see a post from a volunteer pleading for a dog to foster or adopt. Even more so since I know Kirby personally. Let's get this guy out of the shelter life.
Kirby is currently at Naws In Mokena IL.
This is what the lady wrote about him :
"I’ve posted about Kirby before.. and I’ll continue to do so....
Until his very own humans are found.. until he has his very own home filled with love and patience.
He deserves this and more.
Please help me spread the word about this beautiful boy whose current home is at Naws in Mokena. ❤️🐾"
365 Days.... 😔
The amount of time our sweet, loving and deserving Kirby has been waiting for his forever family to come. Why he's been waiting so long? We couldn't tell you. It confuses us just as much as it breaks our hearts.
This adorable boy is a 2 year old house hippo (Pittie) mix. Kirby is a certified kissing machine, ladies man, and GOOD boy. Anyone who has had the opportunity to meet our sweet Kirby knows he can't help but cover you in kisses. Some of his favorite activities are going on walks, basking in the sun, and playing with his toys. He is an active, curious and incredibly loving boy. Kirby can be a bit timid, but after a treat or two, he is covering you in kisses. He does well with children and loves everyone he meets. We say he is a ladies man, because he prefers female dogs who are close to his size. Kirby would prefer a home with no kitties. Kirby promises to give you all the love, and fill your home with so much joy. Please consider opening your home to a pup who has been waiting far too long, you will not regret it!
💙Kirby would greatly benefit from a foster home while we wait for his forever home to come. If you are interested in fostering, please email Victoria at Victoria@nawsus.org.💙
If you would like to meet Kirby, please submit an Adoption Application at the link below⬇️ or contact Dogadoption@nawsus.org to get in touch with our team.
https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/NAWS/Dog.
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Ernie
Darth and Yoda
Darth and Yoda
Ernie is currently at Naperville area Humane Society in Illinois.
365 Days Without a Home. 💔
One year ago today, Ernie walked through our doors at Naperville Area Humane Society. Since then, he has watched hundreds of tails wag their way into forever homes… but not his.
A whole year without a family or someone to call his own. He has missed his people's birthdays, snuggling on lazy Sundays, and countless moments and memories that should’ve been his.
Ernie isn’t just a dog, he is a loyal best friend for life. A warm heart with so much love left to give. He still greets each day with hope. Still believes love is out there for him. And we do too.
Please consider opening your heart and home to Ernie and share his story with your friends and family.
Let’s not let another year go by unseen.
To learn more about Ernie, click here ➡️ https://www.naperhumane.org/ernie 🩵.
Darth and Yoda
Darth and Yoda
Darth and Yoda
Darth and Yoda are currently at DuPage County Services.
Darth & Yoda *bonded pair*
Intake type & date: Owner surrender (homeless), 5/16/25
Age: Darth is 12yrs, Yoda is 7yrs
Weight: Darth is 57lbs, Yoda is 15lbs
Breed: Darth is a mixed breed, Yoda is a terrier mix
Medical Notes: Both neutered males
Sociability with adults: Friendly
Sociability with kids: Unknown
Crate/Kennel behavior: Kenneling OK as long as they are together
Housetrained: Owner stated they are housetrained
Dog sociability: Would prefer another calm, indifferent canine
Cat sociability/prey drive: Unknown
Leash Behavior: Easy to manage on leash
Adoption: bit.ly/DCASadoptions
Foster: bit.ly/DCASFosterPlea
Birdie
Birdie is currently at Its a Pittie Rescue
(Need to be within 3 hours of Peotone IL.
🐾 ADOPT BIRDIE! 🐾
Looking to fill your life with fun adventure? Then Birdie is your girl!
This sweet, spunky pup has been waiting TWO YEARS for her forever family—can you believe it?! Let’s change that.
ABOUT BIRDIE:
- Active and loves to explore
- A total social butterfly with dogs—prefers the boys!
- When she bonds with a dog, she’s all play, all day (wrestling, zoomies, and joyful chaos included)
- Lives with both **dogs and cats** in her foster home
- Goofy, loving, and always entertaining
**Birdie's Dream Home:**
- A fenced yard to zoom around in
- A male doggy BFF who can keep up with her rowdy play style
- Older kids (14+) only—she can be a little mouthy during play and isn’t a fan of her backside being touched
- Someone who sees her for the loyal, playful lovebug she is
Birdie will bring so much joy, laughter, and love to the right family. Plus… have you seen how cute she is?
Ready to meet your new best friend?
Apply to adopt Birdie at: [www.rescueapittie.org]
📍Location:Chicago area (must live within 3 hours)
More about her: https://www.petfinder.com/dog/birdie-59954192/il/peotone/its-a-pittie-rescue-il667/
Yunai
Yunai is available through Traveling Tails Dog Rescue
Foster or Adopter Needed in early June 🐾
Yunai is a 4 year old mixed breed female. She was rescued after getting hit by a car which cost her a leg when she was barely 6 months old.
Yunai may be a tripod but you wouldn’t know it when you see her running around and playing with other dogs. She adores human attention and is generous with her kisses.
Yunai is a sweet friendly girl and would do best with an active family with other dogs. She is medium energy/size and is extremely gentle with kids.
Please tag and share or apply to foster or adopt at: www.ttdr.org
Thank you 🙏
More Illinois Dogs
Lira
Lucie
Lira
Lira is currently at Chicago Animal Control.
Lira needs our help! She is so sad being at Chicago Animal Control since August, she has given up , she was a mother dog who was just dumped outside😥She is the sweetest, most gentle dog who loves everyone and other dogs. Can someone please foster or adopt, she is not going to make it out without our help. Please share to find a home, she has a rescue interest but needs a foster home or she will be put down. Please share to make this happen
Lira A299131
Arlo
Lucie
Lira
Arlo is currently at Naws In Mokena, Illinois.
🐾 Arlo’s Day Out! 🐾
Our sweet Arlo had the best day ever thanks to one of our amazing volunteers! He got to do all his favorite things - running freely in a big yard, playing with his toys, and soaking up love and attention from his people. 💛
Arlo is such a good boy, and we can’t understand why he keeps getting overlooked. He’s everything you could want in a family dog: friendly, fun, and full of love. He does great with other dogs, adores kiddos, and is always ready for an adventure or a good snuggle session. This handsome guy has been waiting patiently for his forever family, and we just know they’re out there. Arlo will fill your life (and your heart) with so much joy.
If you’ve been looking for a loyal, loving companion, Arlo’s your guy! ❤️
If you would like to meet Arlo, please submit an Adoption Application at the link below⬇️ or contact Dogadoption@nawsus.org to get in touch with our team.
https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/NAWS/Dog.
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Lucie
Lucie
Jolene
Lucie is available at CACC in Illinois
Lucie A298841 | Female | 1 year
Handling:
Came in as an owner surrender on 8/7/25 and is available NOW
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About Fostering: https://tinyurl.com/Learnaboutfostering
Approved Rescue Groups: https://tinyurl.com/RescueGroupList
Jolene
Jolene
Jolene is currently at its a pittie rescue in Illinois.
🎶 Jolene, Jolene, Jolene, Joleeeeene… 🎶
We’re not begging you to please don’t take our man — we’re begging you to take this perfect little velcro dog home.
At 10 years young, Jolene has mastered the fine art of devotion. If you move, she moves. If you sit, she sits. If you breathe, she’s right there making sure you do it correctly.
🛋 Couch? She’s already there, saving your spot.
🚗 Car ride? Passenger seat secured.
🚽 Bathroom? You’ll never pee alone again.
She’s:
✨ Great with kids
✨ Dog-friendly (bonus points if you’ve got a chill pup)
✨ Cat status TBD
✨ Fluent in sit, shake, and lay down
✨ House & crate trained
✨ Will work for cheese
Sure, JoJo has a tiny bit of senior lady leakage now and then. Nothing wild — just the occasional “oh whoops” drip. But listen… if you’ve ever sneezed too hard, you get it.
Jolene doesn’t care if your life’s perfect. She just wants to be in it — in your house, in your heart, and yes, even in your bathroom.
Apply to adopt her at www.rescueapittie.org
📍 LOCATION: Chicago, IL (adopters to live within 3 hours)
More on Jolene ➡️ https://www.petfinder.com/dog/jolene-75958316/il/peotone/its-a-pittie-rescue-il667/
Sweet Girl
Sweet girl is currently at a and s rescue in Illinois.
URGENT‼️ 5 days left before she is euthananized due to lack of space.
Please help us find a foster home for Sweet Girl. Yes that is really her name! 🥰  She was a long-term resident at the shelter and was recently adopted, but had to be returned after the adopter’s German Shepherds attacked her.  She loves people and is dog friendly. She deserves a second chance. If you are interested in fostering, please fill out an application. PLEASE share.
https://aandsrescue.org/support/foster/ FOSTER – A&S Rescue

Bacon
Bacon is at Chicago animal Control
BACON! BACON! BACON! I SMELL BACON!!! - Do you remember that commercial? Well, now YOU can BRING HOME the BACON! You can have BACON every single day...who doesn't LOVE BACON!
Meet BACON...He just became available for RESCUE / FOSTER after a cruelty confiscate case. BACON is a young, male pup that has been at CACC since April 30th and now wants to begin his new life in a new home with a new family! His life hasn't been great up until now, but you can change all of that!
Will YOU be HIS HERO? Can you provide him the home and love that he deserves! What could be better than a lifetime of love from Bacon? You can meet him at CACC between 12-6pm. CACC is open 7 days a week.
BACON has NO Adoption fees...they are WAIVED! He will be neutered and up to date on shots, at no cost to you, before going home. You have to go to CACC and meet him in person. They do NOT answer phones or reply to emails. Meet & Greets can be set up for Bacon to meet your current pets.
DON'T DELAY! BACON can't wait to get out and start his new life!
BACON (A292580)
Coraline
Coraline
Coraline
🖤 Coraline is still waiting at Naws in Mokena iL.
Just under a year old, Coraline has spent nearly her entire life in our care. Growing up at NAWS while the world moved on without her... Our hearts break for her daily.
Coraline came to us with her 2 siblings, all of them found with zip ties around their necks. While we’ll never know what happened to them, Coraline told us everything we needed to know with her fear and weariness of people. She was the most afraid. The one who shook in the corner. The one who wouldn’t make eye contact. The one we knew had been hurt the most..
Her siblings have all been adopted. Their new lives began… but Coraline was left behind.
And still, she waits..
Coraline is a Pittie mix with a gentle soul and eyes that carry the weight of what she’s been through. She’s made progress with us, but she needs more than we can give, she needs a home.
She needs someone patient. Someone kind. Someone who will see her not as broken, but as becoming. Because we’ve seen glimpses of the dog she’s meant to be, the tail wags, the soft lean into your leg, the quiet trust slowly building. Coraline does well with other dogs and would prefer a home with older children.
✨ Coraline deserves that chance. ✨
🖤Coraline would greatly benefit from a foster home while she waits for her forever to come. If you are interested in fostering, email Victoria at Victoria@nawus.org.🖤
If you would like to meet Coraline, please submit an Adoption Application at the link below⬇️ or contact Dogadoption@nawsus.org to get in touch with our team.
https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/NAWS/Dog.
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