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Wish Upon a Rescue

Animal rescue in Joliet, IL

Wish Upon a Rescue is a non-profit Illinois based animal rescue focused on saving the lives of homeless animals while providing the community with extensive education, outreach, and support. We believe in going above and beyond the status quo of rescue and are committed to providing innovative care and support for our animals physical and emotional health. We believe that all animals deserve a second chance at life regardless of breed, age, or physical ability.

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Joliet, IL 60432
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Adoptable pets at Wish Upon a Rescue

We'll also keep you updated on Archie's adoption status with email updates.
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Archie

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, Young
Joliet, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Ezra's adoption status with email updates.
Special Needs
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Ezra

American Pit Bull Terrier/Catahoula Leopard Dog

Male, Puppy
Joliet, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Raya's adoption status with email updates.
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Raya

Cockapoo

Female, Adult
Joliet, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Sho's adoption status with email updates.
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Sho

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Kitten
Joliet, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Drum Stick's adoption status with email updates.
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Drum Stick

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Kitten
Joliet, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Sunglasses's adoption status with email updates.
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Sunglasses

Domestic Shorthair

Female
Joliet, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Tajin's adoption status with email updates.
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Tajin

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Kitten
Joliet, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Thyme's adoption status with email updates.
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Thyme

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Kitten
Joliet, IL

Rescue FAQs

Chicagoland area and Suburbs which include (but not limited to) Cook, Will, Dupage, Kane, and Kendall Counties

  • 1. Submit Application
  • 2. Interview
  • 3. Meet the Pet
  • 4. Home Check
  • 5. Sign Adoption Contract
  • 6. Take the Pet Home

Additional adoption info

Adoption Requirements
• Primary adopter must be at least 21 years old
• Must have a government issued ID
• All household members need to be in agreement with the adoption
• Have the time and resources required to properly care for your new pet
• Fill out application and complete an interview with an Adoption Counselor
• Make WISH personnel aware that the animal will be a gift
• If required for the specific animal, allow a home for introduction to the home, all family members, and any furry friends living in your residence
• Disclose to WISH if other animals in household are not spayed or neutered
• Live within an hour drive of our foster homes

Adoption Fees

Fees:
• Puppies under 1 year $400
• Dogs over 1 year old $300
• Senior dogs $100
• Special needs--Variable


Fees:
• Kittens under 8 months of age $150 each or $250 for pair
• Cats over 8 months $100
• Cats 8 years and up $50
• Special needs--Variable

We have legally approved contracts for both dogs and cats.

Pets at shelters & rescues near Wish Upon a Rescue

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189 Brook Forest Ave (Rt 59),
Shorewood, IL 60404

Perfect Paws Animal Rescue

124 N Office St,
Braidwood, IL 60408

HoundSong Rescue

Hammond, IN 46324

We'll also keep you updated on Nova's adoption status with email updates.
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Nova

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 4 yrs 3 mos
La Grange Highlands, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Mickey's adoption status with email updates.
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Mickey

Guinea Pig

Male, Adult
Addison, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Poe's adoption status with email updates.
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Poe

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Kitten
Yorkville, IL
We'll also keep you updated on KATIE's adoption status with email updates.
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KATIE

Great Dane/Boxer

Female, 4 yrs 5 mos
Chicago, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Fancy Pants & Rich McGee - We're a bonded pair!'s adoption status with email updates.
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Fancy Pants & Rich McGee - We're a bonded pair!

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 4 mos
Chicago, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Kade's adoption status with email updates.
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Kade

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Kitten
Chicago, IL

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