Interested in adopting a pet — or just looking at some cuddly canines up for adoption? There are dozens of endearing puppies up for adoption at animal shelters in and around Chicago.
Animal shelters and pet rescue groups work hard to care for unhoused pets and connect them to loving homes. Hoodline used data from Petfinder to power this roundup of puppies currently available for adoption.
(Details like pet availability, training, vaccinations and other features are based on data provided by Petfinder and may be subject to change; contact the shelter for the latest information.)
Kaylee, German shepherd and pit bull terrier mix
Kaylee is an adorable female German shepherd and pit bull terrier puppy in the care of Friends of Petraits.
Kaylee plays well with others, and she's happy to keep company with other dogs, cats and children. She has mastered her house-training etiquette. She's already vaccinated.
From Kaylee's current caretaker:
She is super smart and learns quickly. She is good in the car, great on leash and is good with people of all ages.
Read more about how to adopt Kaylee on Petfinder.
Willie, beagle
Willie is a sweet male beagle puppy in the care of Friends of Petraits.
Willie is ready to make friends, and he gets along well with other dogs. No need to worry: He's already house-trained. He has been vaccinated.
From Willie's current caretaker:
He enjoys walks, snuggles and treats.
Apply to adopt Willie today at Petfinder.
Baxter, pointer mix
Baxter is a darling male pointer puppy currently housed at Friends of Petraits.
Baxter is a social butterfly, and he gets along well with other dogs. No need to worry: He's already house-trained. He has had all of his shots.
Here's what Baxter's friends at Friends of Petraits think of him:
He’s food-motivated which will help with his training, and he’s a fast learner. He’s also a super-duper cuddly guy when watching TV or just cuddling on the couch.
Read more about how to adopt Baxter on Petfinder.
Ike, Labrador retriever
Ike is a sweet male Labrador retriever puppy being kept at Friends of Petraits.
Ike loves other dogs. Good news: He is already house-trained. Ike has been vaccinated.
Here's what Ike's friends at Friends of Petraits think of him:
He absolutely loves to play with other dogs. He will sit for a treat, and he takes them very gently.
Apply to adopt Ike today at Petfinder.
Zoe, Labrador retriever mix
Zoe is an adorable female Labrador retriever puppy staying at Famous Fido Rescue and Adoption Alliance.
Zoe is happy to keep company with other dogs. She is vaccinated.
Zoe's current caretakers say:
Zoe is a sweet girl who is looking for a responsible family or individual to give her a home for the holidays, and promise to be her trusted protector fur-ever!
Apply to adopt Zoe today at Petfinder.
Shirley Gail, Labrador retriever mix
Shirley Gail is a lovable female Labrador retriever puppy currently housed at ALIVE Rescue.
Shirley Gail is friendly as can be — she loves other dogs.
Apply to adopt Shirley Gail today at Petfinder.
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