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Leia's Hope Canine Rescue - Decatur fosters Dog rescue in Decatur, IL

We are a licensed foster based rescue. We rescue mostly seniors and special need dogs as these are normally the first to be euthanized in shelters.
Our Mission:
To rescue, rehabilitate and rehome unwanted dogs and find the best home for each dog in our care. Our belief is all healthy and treatable dogs, regardless of breed or age, have the right to life, happiness, and love.

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Decatur, IL 62521
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Adoptable pets at Leia's Hope Canine Rescue - Decatur fosters

We'll also keep you updated on T Bird's adoption status with email updates.
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T Bird

Shih Tzu

Male, 1 mo
Decatur, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Rydell's adoption status with email updates.
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Rydell

Shih Tzu

Female, 1 mo
Decatur, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Frankie Avalon's adoption status with email updates.
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Frankie Avalon

Shih Tzu

Male, 1 mo
Decatur, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Pink Lady's adoption status with email updates.
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Pink Lady

Shih Tzu

Female, 1 mo
Decatur, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Pearl's adoption status with email updates.
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Pearl

Shih Tzu

Female, 2 yrs 2 mos
Decatur, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Marty's adoption status with email updates.
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Marty

Schnauzer (Miniature)

Female, 5 yrs
Decatur, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Alice's adoption status with email updates.
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Alice

Pekingese

Female, 3 yrs 1 mo
Decatur, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Emerald's adoption status with email updates.
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Emerald

Shih Tzu

Female, 2 yrs 1 mo
Decatur, IL

Rescue FAQs

We are a foster based rescue group serving anywhere in the United States.

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

Additional adoption info

We are a foster based rescue and our dogs are not in one central location. We require an approved application before we do meet and greets. Please be sure you meet our requirements prior to applying.

Adoption application

https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/LHCR/Dog

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

Jack Russell Terrier

Female, 3 yrs
Decatur, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Darla's adoption status with email updates.
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Darla

Catahoula Leopard Dog/Labrador Retriever

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

Domestic Shorthair

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

Domestic Shorthair

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

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 1 mo
Springfield, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Fender's adoption status with email updates.
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Fender

Domestic Mediumhair

Male, 10 yrs 4 mos
Springfield, IL

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