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Puppies and dogs in Prospect Heights, Illinois

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These adorable dogs are available for adoption in Prospect Heights, Illinois. To learn more about each adoptable dog, click on the "i" icon for fast facts, or their photo or name for full details.
We'll also keep you updated on Obi's adoption status with email updates.
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Obi

American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, Young
Prospect Heights, IL
Size
(when grown) Med. 26-60 lbs (12-27 kg)
Details
Needs experienced adopter, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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We'll also keep you updated on Emmer's adoption status with email updates.
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Emmer

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 1 yr 1 mo
Wheeling, IL
Size
(when grown) -
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Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered,
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Emmer is at our shelter. Please submit an application from our website or just come in to meet her during open hours! Scroll through her pictures to see her cute videos! Sweet, wide-eyed Emmer was surrendered to Chicago Animal Care and Control after her owner lost their housing. Emmer was at CACC for over a month, and seemed so heartbreakingly sad. We decided to take her in to our rescue, and we are so glad that we did! Emmer was known to be a shy and reserved dog, a wallflower, and indeed she was...for the first two hours! Shortly after her arrival to us Emmer must have realized she was safe and almost home free, because her entire demeanor changed... She is just a normal pup who wants to party! Emmer loves her dog pals, and loves swimming and splashing in water, as you can see in her videos! She loves playgroup, and is a star. Emmer really turned her frown upside down so quickly, and now she will not stop smiling and showing us all that Fruit Roll Up tongue of hers! We love when dogs finally feel safe and happy enough to show us their sparkle. Never stop shining, Emmer! Emmer's adoption fee is $300. This animal is spayed, up to date on core vaccines, and Heartworm negative.
We'll also keep you updated on Montecarlo's adoption status with email updates.
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Montecarlo

Mixed Breed (Large)

Male, 8 yrs 3 mos
Wheeling, IL
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered,
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Montecarlo is living in a foster home. Please submit an application from our website and/or email dogs@heartlandanimalshelter.org to learn if you are a match! Scroll through his pictures to see his cute videos! Introducing...Montecarlo! Our special 8 year old senior love! We met Monte at our Super Adoption Saturday event all the way back in September where he really tugged on our heart strings. Heartland was stationed next to AntiCruelty at the event, and we watched Monte all day-- just being the best boy and letting everyone pet him, just hoping to be noticed and get himself into a home. He didn't get adopted at the event, but we were happy to bring him to Heartland, since we are transfer partners for ACS anyways! We promised to find him a home that will love him and never leave him behind. Monte has been living in a foster home and his foster mom raves about how wonderful he is. She adores him, as does every person who meets him. One thing that is so cute about Monte, and which is what drew his foster mom to him, is that he LOVES the water. He loves swimming, going for hikes and wading in, lounging at the beach. Monte and his foster mom bonded over their shared love of the water! It has been too cold for Monte to dip his paws in on their daily nature walks, but he has visited Splash Dog in Des Plaines and loved their heated pool, too! Montecarlo is an A+ houseguest - house-trained and can be trusted to free roam while his person is away. Here is what his foster mom has to say about him: "Monte Carlo is a very handsome, compassionate and loving guy!! You won’t find a better companion for the perfect family—just look at his heartfelt eyes!! He’s an exceptionally good looking stud muffin that I can’t say enough great things about. He’s content to be with you, enjoys long walks in nature, loves wading in water, loves being with other dogs and is happy to see you when you come home. Here are some additional things I love about Monte: -- Monte loves snuggles and continues to signal that he wants more touch/massage when I stop. -- We walk for 60+ minutes in the forest every day around 10 am. He is a great walking buddy! -- Every morning, he plays with his toys and throws them up in the air while waiting for breakfast. Hasn’t caught them from up in the air yet but once his toy landed in the toy box! With an awesome personality he’s also the perfect gentleman. I trust him in my house, with kids and with everyone he meets (even my housecleaner who is generally afraid of dogs likes him). On rare occasions if you forget to let him out to do his business, he signals with a very cute little whine to give the hint.. I am sure his forever family will wish he had been a member of their family long ago!!" We also know that Monte gets along nicely with other dogs and does well meeting most. Like many mature adult dogs, he does have his preferences for the types of dogs he will want to live with - the calmer types are typically his jam. He has spent time in a home with 2 large female senior dogs and did well with them. Being near his people, though, is his main priority! He just has so much to give and is so deserving of a home for his golden years. We hope you ask about him today! Monte’s adoption fee has been generously sponsored! This animal is neutered, up to date on core vaccines, and Heartworm negative.
We'll also keep you updated on Llana's adoption status with email updates.
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Llana

Mixed Breed (Large)

Female, 2 yrs
Wheeling, IL
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(when grown) -
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Llana is at our shelter. Please submit an application from our website or just come in to meet her during open hours! Scroll through her pictures to see her cute videos! Beautiful Llana was brought to Chicago Animal Care and Control when she was found living outside on her own. She had clearly not been well cared for. She had heartworm, demodex mange, and other signs that she had not had an easy life so far. Despite a hard life, everything about Llana is soft. She looks at the staff and volunteers with the most caring eyes, she greets visitors to her kennel with a happy wiggle, and she has absolutely delicious wrinkles on her sweet face. Llana lived in a foster home after arriving at Heartland so she could decompress, and we were able to learn that she got along with the resident dog and is housebroken, low-key, quiet, and easy in a home. Llana is now at our shelter, and we are learning more about her! Llana prefers to hang out with male dogs over the other girls, and is best friends with Waddles! It's funny to watch her paw him to try to get him to play. Her true love, though, is for time spent with people. She truly is a "people" dog, and prefers to be close to those she loves. She loves to jump up on the bench and cuddle closely. She will even lay on her back and allow you to trim her nails - something that is really tough for some dogs. She is truly amazing! If you’re someone who believes that the most beautiful souls are often the ones who’ve been through the most, Llana might be the girl you’ve been waiting for. Llana's adoption fee is $300.00 This animal is up to date on core vaccines, and she will be spayed on 12/31/25 at our shelter. Llana is Heartworm positive and is undergoing treatment with us. Heartland will cover the cost of treatment until he is Heartworm negative. Heartworm is not contagious to other dogs or people; it is a mosquito-borne disease. It is both preventable and curable! Once cured, there are no long term health effects associated with having Heartworm. Llana is on a 28 day course of antibiotics, after which she will receive three injections to treat her Heartworm, all to take place at our shelter with our veterinarian. Dates for injections are 01/06/26, 02/10/26, and 02/11/26. That will complete the treatment, but she will need a quick retest at the adopter's vet 9 months post-treatment to make sure that she is Heartworm-free.
We'll also keep you updated on Macarena's adoption status with email updates.
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Macarena

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 9 mos
Wheeling, IL
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with kids, Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered,
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Macarena is at our shelter. Please submit an application from our website or just come in to meet her during open hours! Scroll through her photos to see her cute videos! “Heyyy, Macarena!” Macarena came to us with her brother Dougie all the way from Kentucky. As you can see from her photos and videos, she's thrilled to be a Midwest girl! This fun-loving 9-month-old southern belle is ready for her fresh start and forever home. Still puppy-like, she’s full of happy energy, curiosity, and a joyful spirit. She loves to play, explore, and soak up attention from people and dog friends. She’s learning about the world and would thrive with a family excited to continue her training, give her structure, and celebrate all her milestones. Like many young dogs, she’s still figuring things out—but what she lacks in experience, she makes up for in heart. With patience, love, and guidance, she’ll grow into a loyal, loving companion. Will you add Macarena to your dance card? Macarena's adoption fee is $300. This animal is spayed, up to date on core vaccines, and Heartworm negative.
We'll also keep you updated on Teddy Graham's adoption status with email updates.
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Teddy Graham

Mixed Breed (Large)

Male, 1 yr 2 mos
Wheeling, IL
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with dogs, Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Teddy Graham in a foster home. Please submit an application from our website and/or email dogs@heartlandanimalshelter.org to learn if you are a match! Scroll through his pictures to see his cute videos! Meet Teddy Graham, the boy as sweet as his name sounds. Teddy came to Heartland by the way of Kentucky, shortly after his brothers, Cassius and C.B. (who have both been adopted!) Teddy is the last of the brothers still looking to get adopted, and we just love this sensitive boy. He spent some time at the shelter before going to a foster home, where he is doing well. Teddy can be cautious of new people at first, but with patience, it isn't too hard to win him over. Once you are in Teddy's circle, you are friends for life, and he will love you forever! He seeks out his trusted people when he is nervous. He gives THE BEST hugs, just gently crawls up into your arms for safety and reassurance. He tends to warm up to females faster than men, but that's not to say that men can't also become his friend - it just may take a little longer. He has successfully made many new female and male friends while at the shelter, so we know it's possible for anyone who goes at his pace. Teddy loves other dogs and did great in our playgroups, but is also happy living as a solo dog in his foster home. His foster parents like taking him on walks; they say he walks well and slow, and likes to sniff things. He is curious about other people & wildlife and stares but easily walks away. He is housebroken and stays in a crate when they leave the house. His foster parents say, "Teddy Graham will be your best friend once he gets to know and love you. He has a young dog enthusiasm for playing and greeting you with a bashful curiosity for new people. He loves to play with you or independently with his toys. He's gentle and kind. He's tall and agile with his graceful movements." Teddy is a special boy and we hope you ask about him today! Teddy is neutered, up to date on core vaccines, and Heartworm negative.

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Dog shelters and rescues in Prospect Heights, Illinois

There are animal shelters and rescues that focus specifically on finding great homes for dogs in Prospect Heights, Illinois. Browse these rescues and shelters below.

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Heartland Animal Shelter

586 Palwaukee Drive, Wheeling, IL 60090

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American Eskimo Dog Rescue

PO Box 253, Wheeling, IL 60090

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Illinois Alaskan Malamute Rescue Association

200 East Evergreen Ave, Suite 103, Mt Prospect, IL 60056

Pet Types: dogs

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Perfectly Posh Paws

1746 E. Corktree Lane, Mount Prospect, IL 60056

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Adopt-A-Pet, Inc.

PO Box 408, Mt. Prospect, IL 60056

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Plumbers for Puppies

975 Rand Road, Des Plaines, IL 60016

Pet Types: dogs

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Border Tails Rescue

2975 Milwaukee Ave, Northbrook, IL 60062

Pet Types: dogs

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FURRever Friends Animal Rescue - Midwest Region

4305 Weber Drive, Rolling Meadows, IL 60008

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Fortunate Pooches and Lab Rescue

P. O. Box 1296, Palatine, IL 60074

Pet Types: cats, dogs

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Orphans of the Storm

2200 Riverwoods Road, Riverwoods, IL 60015

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