Animal Adoption Application

Our Process
Thank you so much for your interest in adopting a dog from Chicago Canine Rescue! It is only through the support of the community and adopters like you that we can do our lifesaving work!

As of March 2020, we have received an unprecedented number of applications. We are so grateful for a community that responds to crisis with compassion.

Due to the large number of applications, we are unable to guarantee every adopter will get their first choice of adoptable dog. We will do our best to be as efficient and transparent as we can with the adoption process so that you know what to expect. All applicants will receive a response via email regardless of the availability of dogs.

Currently available dogs are listed on our website only. Please do not rely on third-party websites like Petfinder or Adopt-a-Pet to give you up-to-date information about available dogs. Please see our Adoptable Animals listing for currently available animals.

Thank you all for your understanding and support as we attempt to navigate this changing landscape in a way that makes sense for our dogs, our community, and our staff. The outpouring of support, love, patience, and understanding is keeping us all going!

Be safe, be well, and rescue more dogs!

Chicago Canine Rescue
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING VERY CAREFULLY!*
- Are you ready to take your dog or puppy home in the next 72 hours?
- Do you have the approval of your entire household andlandlord?
- If you have a pet at home already, are they are up to date on all required vaccinations?
If you feel that you can do all of the above, click on the button below to start the application process.*
- I am ready to adopt
- I am NOT ready to adopt
Visit our Homepage
Please select up to three dogs you are interested in meeting. If a dog is not listed here, they are not available for adoption.*
- Bishop
- Casey
- Connie
- Courtney
- Dexter
- Disco
- Dodge
- Fozzy
- Hugo
- Kylie
- Luigi
- Mabel
- Maura
- Nigel
- Nomad
- Oliver
- Opie
- Payne
- Pesto
- Scooby
- Serena
- Sunbeam
- Tucker
- Whitman
- Zeke
All currently available dogs are listed here. IF A DOG IS NOT LISTED HERE, THEY ARE NOT CURRENTLY AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION.
Applicant's Name*
First Last
Are you at least 21 years old?*
- Yes
- No
Date of Birth*
Date Format: MM slash DD slash YYYY
Primary Phone Number*
Email*
Enter Email Confirm Email
Address*
Street Address Address Line 2 City State ZIP Code
Is there a Co-Applicant? (Spouse, partner, family member)*
- Yes
- No
Co-Applicant's Name*
First Last
Relationship to Applicant
Co-Applicant's Date of Birth*
Date Format: MM slash DD slash YYYY
Co-Applicant's Phone Number*
Co-Applicant's Email Address*
How long have you been at your current address?*
- 0 - 1 year
- 1 - 5 years
- More than 5 years
Tell us about your home*
- I/We own a single family home
- I/We own a condo or townhome
- I/We rent our home
Landlord's Name*
First Last
Landlord's Email
Landlord's Phone*
Contact Person's Name for Condo or Townhome Association*
First Last
Contact Phone*
Association Email
How many adults in your household?*
Have all the adults in the household agreed to this adoption?*
- Yes
- No
Number of children in the household?*
Ages of children*
Have the children had pets before?*
- Yes
- No
Is anyone in the home allergic to pets?*
- Yes
- No
Please explain the allergies.*
Why would you like to adopt an animal from us?*
Name of Personal Reference*
First Last
Please list someone who can speak to your character and pet history like a friend or coworker. Personal references cannot be a family member, a person living in the same home as you, or a significant other.
Phone Number of Reference*
Email of Reference
Do you currently have any pets?*
- Yes
- No
If yes, please list the name, species/breed, and age of each pet currently in your home.*
Are your current pets spayed or neutered?*
- Yes
- No
If no, please explain the circumstances.*
Have you had any pets in the past?*
- Yes
- No
If yes, please list the name, species/breed, and age at passing of the last four pets you've owned.*
Were your previous pets spayed or neutered?*
- Yes
- No
If no, please explain the circumstances.*
How did you obtain your pets?*
Do you currently have a veterinarian?*
- Yes
- No
- Other - explain below
If you answered "Other" above, please explain your current relationship to a veterinarian.*
Name of Current Veterinarian*
First Last
Current Veterinarian's Phone*
Name of Past Veterinarian
First Last
If you do not currently have a vet, please provide the name of the vet you used most recently.
Past Veterinarian's Phone
Have you ever given an animal away or relinquished an animal to a shelter?*
- Yes
- No
If yes, what were the circumstances?*
How long have you been looking for a pet?*
- 0 - 3 months
- 3 - 6 months
- Over 6 months
Describe the kind of temperament you are looking for in a dog?*
Are you looking for a particular breed? If so, which breeds and why?*
What food (brand, type) do you plan to feed your pet?*
How often will you feed your pet?*
How much time are you prepared to allow for your new pet to adjust to your home?*
Are you able to afford a bill of $500 (or more) for emergency vet care?*
- Yes
- No
If no, what is your plan to provide emergency care should the need arise?*
How much do you plan to spend on maintenance for your pet in a year?*
Are you committed to providing a responsible home for your pet's entire life (15+ years)?*
- Yes
- No
If you have to move, what do you plan to do with your pet(s)?*
What will you do with your pet(s) when you travel?*
Who in the household will be the pet(s) primary care giver?*
Where will the pet(s) be kept during the day?*
Where will the pet(s) be kept during the night?*
How many times per day do you plan to take your dog outside?*
How do you plan to house train your dog?*
Do you have a fenced in yard?*
- Yes
- No
How many hours a day will your pet be left alone?*
Please enter a number from 0 to 24.
How will you deal with possible digging?*
How will you deal with possible barking?*
How will you deal with possible chewing?*
How will you deal with possible aggression?*
Please provide any experience you have with pets, information you believe we should know, or any additional information you may have:
Name of Applicant:*
First Last
By typing my first and last name into this box, I attest that the information above is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge.
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- First Choice
- Second Choice
- Third Choice
Email
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Founded in 2001 to help find permanent, loving homes for homeless dogs in our city.

Address: 5272 N. Elston Ave.
Chicago, IL 60630

Phone: (773) 697-8848

Email: info@chicagocaninerescue.org

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