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Sunday, February 10, 2013

Dixie from Dixieland is a Brainy Pup, Needs a Home

This girl has come a long way from being a stray in Alabama, and she'd love a permanent home her in Chicagoland!

The following Adopt Me! information is provided by A Caring Place: Yep, she came from Dixieland so we named her Dixie!  This absolute cutie is most likely a Brittany Spaniel mix; she has a gorgeous, plush coat of fur and weighs around 35-40 pounds. Dixie gets along well with other dogs and is also OK with cats. This sweet, sweet girl was picked up as a stray and brought to an Alabama pound where A Caring Place rescued her.  Dixie is just over one year old now and is quite the little smarty! Not only is she completely housebroken, but Dixie learned to ring a bell when she has to go out to potty. She knows several commands and is crate trained. Dixie would LOVE a big yard to run around in and another dog to play with. Because Dixie is still …

Nikki Randa

11:39 pm on Sunday, February 10, 2013

I WANT HER SOOOOO BAD.... but my sister is allergic :/ I am sure she will find a good home :D   more ›

Saturday, February 9, 2013

Collie/Lab Firley Needs Your Nurture

This hardy pooch has survived abuse and cancer, and is now a low-key, timid guy looking for the right companion.

The following Adopt Me! information is provided by A Caring Place: Introducing FIRLEY, a Border Collie/Labrador mix who is approximately 6-7 years old and about 50 pounds. Firley was rescued from Chicago’s Animal Care and Control late in 2012; he was very scared and timid at the shelter but has really made significant progress with his foster mom. From what we have witnessed, Firley was most likely mistreated or abused prior to his rescue; therefore, he requires a special adopter who will continue to nurture Firley. Firley loves to run around in the yard and when inside will chew on a bone for a bit and then nap. He is really pretty “low key” and would make an ideal companion for a more calm and quiet household. Although it has taken some …

Sunday, January 13, 2013

One-Year-Old Beagle Pup Jagger Up for Adoption

This little guy is looking for an owner as active and energetic as he is, preferably with a fenced yard for him to run in.

The following Adopt Me! information is provided by A Caring Place: Introducing JAGGER, a really cute, very active, and loving male Beagle pup who is approximately 10-12 months old and 25 pounds. Jagger loves to play with toys and is enthusiastic and full of energy, so daily walks (or runs) and playtime are necessary. In addition, Jagger really enjoys playing with other dogs so he would do best in a home with another dog(s) with whom he could play. With his young age and energy level, Jagger would do best with an active person or household,  perhaps a jogger, speed walker, or similar. Because he is a hound, Jagger requires a safely fenced yard since he is prone to catching the scent of something and his instincts encourage him to seek it …

Wednesday, December 26, 2012

Add a Punchline to Our Gift Returns Cartoon

If you've got wit, add your caption to Patch's weekly comic challenge and win a personalized print.

Are you blessed with insight and good humor? Or just bored today? Share your wit with your neighbors by entering Patch's comic caption challenge. Just add your dialogue for today's comic in the comment section of this post. Our only requirement is that you keep it clean! At week's end, we'll pick the winning punchline based on how many of us here at Patch giggle and smile at your contribution. The user who produces the winning punchline will get a personalized proof of the comic, with the winning words and a credit line, from cartoonist Chuck Ingwersen and Patch. Congratulations to Spiro Merkouris, who provided the winning punchline to last week's Rudolph and Santa cartoon: No. I don't think I'll qualify for the 'kids eat free' promotion. …

Sister Elenita

12:09 pm on Tuesday, February 5, 2013

"And I thought Mike Bruno had a big mouth!"   more ›

Sunday, December 16, 2012

Sweet Sadie Is a Pooch Looking For a Calm Household

This adorable mutt would love a home with adults or older children and another dog to play with... could that be yours?

The following Adopt Me! information is provided by A Caring Place: Introducing SADIE, a shy but loving mixed breed dog who is around 1 ½ years old and approximately 47 pounds. At best guess, Sadie is a Terrier mix but she could be a German Wirehaired Pointer mix or even Giant Schnauzer mix. Her coat is a combination of soft and slightly bristly with the cutest tufting on her head. Sadie is smart, treat motivated, and has a desire to please so she learns basic commands quickly and easily. Sadie is very sweet, with a calm disposition when in the home. She enjoys laying by her foster mom for some down time to receive petting and cuddling time. It does appear that Sadie was previously mistreated so she approaches new people cautiously; she …

Dori

12:53 pm on Monday, December 17, 2012

I have a doodle and I would swear that Sadie is a Labradoodle! The description of her and her activities describe them perfectly! She will be the best pet a person could ever hope for, they love to please, they only know affection. I hope somebody worthy of Sadie will be granted to be her forever mom or dad.   more ›

Saturday, December 15, 2012

Shepherd Mix Destiny Needs A Special Home

This friendly dog spent the first six months of her life in caged neglect; could you give her the life and love she never had from her first owners?

The following Adopt Me! information is provided by A Caring Place: SPECIAL ADOPTER REQUIRED: This 1-½ year old, 55-60 pound Shepherd mix is Destiny. She lives with her foster dad and his Great Danes; her best friend and play buddy is Essie whom she spends most of their time with roughhousing and playing chase in the yard once her foster dad is home from work. In the home, Destiny is well mannered and calm. She is very loving and devoted to her foster dad, and seeks out his attention and approval. Destiny is housebroken and kennel-trained. Destiny is considered special-needs because she “lived” the first six months of her life in a cage without human and other dog interaction. This neglect has caused Destiny to have some behavior challenges…

Sunday, December 9, 2012

Adopt Me!

Shelby Jo Still Seeking Forever Home

Shelby Jo is a friendly, 3-year-old Brussels Griffon available for adoption through the West Suburban Humane Society in Downers Grove.

Name: Shelby Jo Age: 3 years Sex: Female Breed: Brussels Griffon mix Good with cats: Yes Good with dogs: Yes (calm ones) More info: Shelby Jo is currently in a foster home while she waits to find her forever home. She is a great lap dog, and loves people. She would do best in a home with kids 12 or older. Interested? Contact the West Suburban Humane Society, 1901 W. Ogden Avenue in Downers Grove, at 630-960-9600 or email adoptiondesk@wshs-dg.org.

Michelle Oliver

5:17 pm on Tuesday, March 19, 2013

how much does she weigh? my children are named shelby and joseph. this dog was meant for us.   more ›

Saturday, October 20, 2012

Adopt Me!

Bambi: Chihuahua-Rat Terrier Mix Pup Looking for Home

Bambi is one of the remaining pups that was part of a litter of born at the Angel4Cause Rescue in Burr Ridge.

Name: Bambi Age: About a month Sex: Female Breed: Chihuahua/Rat Terrier Mix Size: Small Background: Bambi is one of the remaining pups that was part of a litter of born at Angel4Cause Rescue in Burr Ridge. Their mother is a mixed breed of unknown origin who was left behind with heartworm when her owners moved. At this point, the pups are very laid back and are just learning to walk. How to adopt: Please visit the Angel4Cause Rescue website and fill out an application. Please also consider adopting the mother of the pups, who also will need a home after she finishes being treated for heartworm.

Sunday, September 23, 2012

Nemo: Chihuahua-Rat Terrier Mix Pup Looking for Home

Simba is part of a litter of pups waiting for a home at the Angel4Cause Rescue in Burr Ridge.

Name: Nemo Age: About three weeks Breed: Chihuahua/Rat Terrier Mix Size: Small Background: Nemo is part of a litter of seven pups up for adoption at Angel4Cause Rescue in Burr Ridge. Their mother is a mixed breed of unknown origin who was left behind with heartworm when her owners moved. At this point, the pups are very laid back and are just learning to walk. How to adopt: Please visit the Angel4Cause Rescue website and fill out an application. Please also consider adopting the mother of the pups, who also will need a home after she finishes being treated for heartworm.

Saturday, September 22, 2012

Adopt Me!

Simba: Chihuahua-Rat Terrier Mix Pup Looking for Home

Simba is part of a litter of pups waiting for a home at the Angel4Cause Rescue in Burr Ridge.

Name: Simba Age: About three weeks Breed: Chihuahua/Rat Terrier Mix Size: Small Background: Nemo is part of a litter of seven pups up for adoption at Angel4Cause Rescue in Burr Ridge. Their mother is a mixed breed of unknown origin who was left behind with heartworm when her owners moved. At this point, the pups are very laid back and are just learning to walk. How to adopt: Please visit the Angel4Cause Rescue website and fill out an application. Please also consider adopting the mother of the pups, who also will need a home after she finishes being treated for heartworm.

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