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Traveling Tails Dog Rescue

Dog rescue in Palos Heights, IL

Traveling Tails Dog Rescue is dedicated to being an active voice for abandoned, abused and neglected dogs. We have one goal of providing the best life possible for as many dogs as we can. We help them find forever homes that will provide them with compassion, love and a quality life. Our hope is that as many dogs as possible may have a safe and loving home.

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Palos Heights, IL 60463
Donation PayPal address: donations@ttdr.org Venmo address: @travelingtailsdogrescue Zelle address: rescue@ttdr.org
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Adoptable pets at Traveling Tails Dog Rescue

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

Australian Shepherd/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 7 mos
Palos Heights, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Anthony's adoption status with email updates.
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Anthony

American Pit Bull Terrier/American Bulldog

Male, 2 mos
Palos Heights, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Carrie's adoption status with email updates.
Special Needs
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Carrie

American Pit Bull Terrier/American Bulldog

Female, 2 mos
Palos Heights, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Lucretia's adoption status with email updates.
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Lucretia

American Pit Bull Terrier/American Bulldog

Female, 2 mos
Palos Heights, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Jane's adoption status with email updates.
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Jane

American Pit Bull Terrier/American Bulldog

Female, 2 mos
Palos Heights, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Susan's adoption status with email updates.
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Susan

American Pit Bull Terrier/American Bulldog

Female, 2 mos
Palos Heights, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Izzy's adoption status with email updates.
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Izzy

Pit Bull Terrier/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 1 yr 10 mos
Palos Heights, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Max's adoption status with email updates.
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Max

Jack Russell Terrier/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 10 mos
Palos Heights, IL

Rescue FAQs

IL, IN, OH, WI, MI, Midwest, WA DC, East Coast

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

Additional adoption info

Some of the pets we list may be on their way to our rescue soon.

We are sorry but at this time, we cannot adopt to the following states due to state laws: CT, NH, MA, ME and RI

Adoption application

https://goo.gl/forms/GquNsR3LsaGGRdNa2

Pets at shelters & rescues near Traveling Tails Dog Rescue

Spay Illinois

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Lisle, IL 60532

Paws and Claws Rescue Inc

Evanston, IL 60202

Northern Illinois Samoyed Assistance

Arlington Heights, IL 60006

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

Labrador Retriever

Male, 7 yrs 10 mos
Rosemont, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Barry Hubris JuM's adoption status with email updates.
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Barry Hubris JuM

Labrador Retriever/Chow Chow

Male, 7 yrs 7 mos
Rosemont, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Dalmatian's adoption status with email updates.
Needs Home Fast
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Dalmatian

Dalmatian

Female, Young
Lake Zurich, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Connor's adoption status with email updates.
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Connor

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 4 yrs 7 mos
Bourbonnais, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Harriet's adoption status with email updates.
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Harriet

Cavapoo

Female, 10 mos
Chicago, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Peregrine's adoption status with email updates.
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Peregrine

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 7 mos
Evanston, IL

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