Want to add a furry friend to your family and do something good for the South Side community at the same time? Consider adopting a dog, cat or other animal from a local shelter. Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, shelters in the South Side area have dogs, cats and other animals ready and waiting for someone to take them home.
Across Illinois, there are thousands of dogs, cats and other animals of all ages without a home — many of whom are located not too far from you. In the search for a new family pet, consider looking around at a local shelter like Cat Care And Rescue Inc, where Bugs Bunny the cat is waiting patiently. If you aren’t sure if you have time to take care of a pet year round, many shelters also offer opportunities to foster pets until they are placed in appropriate homes.
Need some help in your search? Patch and Petfinder have you covered. We round up a list each week of all the pets recently put up for adoption in your area. If you’re a dog person, meet Wonton, a Labrador Retriever mix up for adoption. If cats are more your thing, there are several great cats available, too. Click on any listing for more information, or to start the adoption process.
Editor’s note: This list was automatically generated using data compiled by Petfinder. Please report any errors or other feedback to [email protected].
- Name: Wonton
- Species: Dog
- Location: Lead Rescue Nfp, Chicago, IL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Male, Labrador Retriever Beagle Mix
- Good With: Kids and dogs
- Description: “Apply to foster or adopt at leadrescue.org. We only foster and adopt in Illinois and within 60 miles of downtown…” Learn more
- Name: Pepper Ann
- Species: Dog
- Location: Lead Rescue Nfp, Chicago, IL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Female, Beagle Pit Bull Terrier Mix
- Good With: Kids, dogs and cats
- Description: “Apply on our adoption application at leadrescue.org. We do not adopt out of state. We only adopt in Illinois and…” Learn more
- Name: Daisy May
- Species: Dog
- Location: Mutts Of The Midway, PO Box 388187, Chicago, IL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Small, Female, Shepherd Australian Kelpie Mix
- Description: “Daisy May came to us, with her 11 puppies, from the southern tip of Texas from our partner shelter, Palm…” Learn more
- Name: Torch
- Species: Cat
- Location: Cat Care And Rescue Inc, Chicago, IL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair
- Good With: Kids, dogs and cats
- Description: “Handsome Torch is a one year old jet black male cat with a beautiful Siamese pointy face. He was recently…” Learn more
- Name: Bugs Bunny
- Species: Cat
- Location: Cat Care And Rescue Inc, Chicago, IL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Large, Male, Domestic Short Hair
- Good With: Kids, dogs and cats
- Description: “This gorgeous grey/white young male cat is amazing. He is around 2 years old, is super sweet and friendly. He…” Learn more
- Name: Snickerdoodle (bonded with Streusel)
- Species: Cat
- Location: Alive Rescue, PO Box 39111, Chicago, IL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Female, Domestic Short Hair
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- Name: Randy
- Species: Dog
- Location: Alive Rescue, PO Box 39111, Chicago, IL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Male, Pit Bull Terrier Mixed Breed Mix
- Description: “Randy came to us from CACC and he is such a sweet and playful dog – he enjoys his walks…” Learn more
- Name: Harriet
- Species: Dog
- Location: Alive Rescue, PO Box 39111, Chicago, IL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, Shepherd
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- Name: Pitner
- Species: Dog
- Location: Alive Rescue, PO Box 39111, Chicago, IL
- Age,
Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Male, Pit Bull Terrier - Learn more
- Name: Buckley
- Species: Dog
- Location: Alive Rescue, PO Box 39111, Chicago, IL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Male, Terrier Shepherd Mix
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- Name: Bullwinkle
- Species: Dog
- Location: Alive Rescue, PO Box 39111, Chicago, IL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Senior, Large, Male, Mastiff
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- Name: Accio
- Species: Cat
- Location: Alive Rescue, PO Box 39111, Chicago, IL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Female, Domestic Short Hair
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- Name: Ace
- Species: Rabbit
- Location: Alive Rescue, PO Box 39111, Chicago, IL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Male, Dutch Mini Rex Mix
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- Name: Babbity
- Species: Rabbit
- Location: Alive Rescue, PO Box 39111, Chicago, IL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Male, Lionhead
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- Name: Mombat
- Species: Dog
- Location: Alive Rescue, PO Box 39111, Chicago, IL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, Lionhead
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- Name: Mint Chip
- Species: Dog
- Location: Alive Rescue, PO Box 39111, Chicago, IL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Female, English Bulldog
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- Name: Pffernse (bonded with Macaroon)
- Species: Cat
- Location: Alive Rescue, PO Box 39111, Chicago, IL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Male, Domestic Short Hair
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- Name: Streusel (bonded with Snickerdoodle)
- Species: Cat
- Location: Alive Rescue, PO Box 39111, Chicago, IL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Male, Domestic Short Hair
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- Name: Kolaczki (bonded with Babka)
- Species: Cat
- Location: Alive Rescue, PO Box 39111, Chicago, IL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Female, Domestic Short Hair
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- Name: Babka (bonded with Kolaczki)
- Species: Cat
- Location: Alive Rescue, PO Box 39111, Chicago, IL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Female, Domestic Short Hair
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- Name: Macaroon (bonded with Pffernese)
- Species: Cat
- Location: Alive Rescue, PO Box 39111, Chicago, IL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Male, Domestic Short Hair
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- Name: Hypno
- Species: Cat
- Location: Feline Friends Chicago, Chicago, IL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Bab
y, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair - Good With: Kids, dogs and cats
- Description: “Hypnos is curious and energetic, always down for playtime and treats. He has a beautiful black coat piercing yellow eyes….” Learn more
- Name: Miss Millie
- Species: Cat
- Location: Feline Friends Chicago, Chicago, IL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, Tortoiseshell Domestic Short Hair Mix
- Good With: Cats
- Description: “Meet mellow Miss Millie, the sweetest kitty south of Minnesota! Miss Millie is a graceful kitty with a very calm,…” Learn more
- Name: Anne Marie
- Species: Cat
- Location: Feline Friends Chicago, Chicago, IL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Small, Female, Tortoiseshell Domestic Short Hair Mix
- Description: “If you’re in the market for a lap warmer just in time for the winter… STOP SCROLLING!! She’s right here,…” Learn more
- Name: Dion
- Species: Cat
- Location: Feline Friends Chicago, Chicago, IL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair
- Good With: Kids and cats
- Description: “Dionysus, Dion for short just arrived! His bio is coming soon. This friendly, mellow boy was born April 23, 2020….” Learn more
- Name: Dudley
- Species: Cat
- Location: Feline Friends Chicago, Chicago, IL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Male, Domestic Long Hair
- Description: “A middle-aged gentleman, Dudley is a wise, independent kitty. His favorite pastimes? Soaking up some sunlight on the windowsill or…” Learn more
- Name: Dave (and Petey)
- Species: Cat
- Location: Friends Of Chicago Animal Care And Control, PO Box 4414, Chicago, IL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair
- Good With: Dogs and cats
- Description: “Dave and Petey are 1 ½ year old brothers, and not unlike some human siblings, they have very different personalities….” Learn more
- Name: Petey (and Dave)
- Species: Cat
- Location: Friends Of Chicago Animal Care And Control, PO Box 4414, Chicago, IL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair
- Description: “Petey and Dave are 1 ½ year old brothers, and not unlike some human siblings, they have very different personalities….” Learn more
- Name: Fig
- Species: Dog
- Location: K94keeps Dog Rescue, Chicago, IL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Female, Pit Bull Terrier
- Good With: Kids and dogs
- Description: “IF YOU WANT TO MEET FIG, FILL OUT AN ADOPTION APPLICATION ON OUR WEBSITE. www.k94keeps.org Fig is a sweet girl…” Learn more
- Name: Pretzel *Local Adoption Only*
- Species: Dove
- Location: Great Lakes Pigeon Rescue, Chicago, IL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Male, Pigeon
- Description: “Pretzel is a complete sweetheart who wants nothing more than to sit in a lap or on a soft cushion…” Learn more
- Name: Kelly
- Species: Dove
- Location: Great Lakes Pigeon Rescue, Chicago, IL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, Pigeon
- Description: “Kelly is a beautiful lady-pigeon who just wants to be pampered! She was initially placed with other rescued pigeons in…” Learn more
- Name: Sundance & Helga (Bonded Pair)
- Species: Dove
- Location: Great Lakes Pigeon Rescue, Chicago, IL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Unknown, Pigeon
- Description: “Sundance is a senior pidgey who is a true gentleman. A survivor of pigeon racing, Sundance has been through and…” Learn more
- Name: Brandon
- Species: Cat
- Location: Carf The Critical Animal Relief Foundation, Chicago, IL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Large, Male, Tabby Domestic Short Hair Mix
- Good With: Cats
- Description: “BONDED PAIR Meet Mister. Center Of Attention aka Brandon! He is a handsome 5 month old boy. Brandon as his…” Learn more
- Name: Freya
- Species: Cat
- Location: Carf The Critical Animal Relief Foundation, Chicago, IL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Female, Domestic Medium Hair
- Good With: Cats
- Description: “BONDED PAIR Meet Freya, our stunning 5 month old gold eyed girl. Her pictures do not do her justice. She…” Learn more
- Name: Steel
- Species: Dog
- Location: Paws Chicago, 1997 N. Clybourn, Chicago, IL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Male, Plott Hound
- Good With: Kids and dogs
- Description: “Imagine your home with the loveliest pair of puppy dog eyes looking back at you from every room. The best…” Learn more
- Name: Viv
- Species: Dog
- Location: Paws Chicago, 1997 N. Clybourn, Chicago, IL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Female, Beagle
- Description: “If you don’t want to start from scratch with a puppy and you want a stalwart friend by your side…” Learn more
- Name: Ganon
- Species: Dog
- Location: One Tail At A Time, Chicago, IL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Male, Australian Kelpie
- Description: “Ganon is living in a foster home. Submit an application from our website and then make an appointment to meet…” Learn more
- Name: Mavis
- Species: Dog
- Location: One Tail At A Time, Chicago, IL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Female, Husky
- Description: “Mavis is living in a foster home. Submit an application from our website and then make an appointment to meet…” Learn more
- Name: Dutch
- Species: Dog
- Location: One Tail At A Time, Chicago, IL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Male, Pit Bull Terrier
- Description: “Dutch is living in a foster home. Submit an application from our website and then make an appointment to meet…” Learn more
- Name: Vic
- Species: Cat
- Location: One Tail At A Time, Chicago, IL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair
- Description: “Dog sociability: Vic currently lives with a large black lab and they get along great! Vic loves to try to…” Learn more
- Name: Almond Butter
- Species: Dog
- Location: One Tail At A Time, Chicago, IL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Male, Terrier
- Description: “Almond Butter is living in a foster home. Submit an application from our website and then make an appointment to…” Learn more
- Name: Poppy
- Species: Cat
- Location: One Tail At A Time, Chicago, IL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Large, Female, Domestic Short Hair
- Description: “Dog sociability: unknown Cat sociability: unknown Kid compatibility: fast feet and grabby hands can be a little intimidating (who can…” Learn more
- Name: Mae
- Species: Dog
- Location: One Tail At A Time, Chicago, IL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, Mixed Breed
- Description: “Mae is living in a foster home.
Submit an application from our website and then make an appointment to meet…” Learn more
- Name: Cody
- Species: Dog
- Location: One Tail At A Time, Chicago, IL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Large, Male, Mixed Breed
- Description: “Cody is living in a foster home. Submit an application from our website and then make an appointment to meet…” Learn more
- Name: Ferguson
- Species: Cat
- Location: One Tail At A Time, Chicago, IL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Large, Male, Domestic Short Hair
- Description: “Dog sociability: unknown Cat sociability: unknown Kid compatibility: unknown Likes: Wet food, Brushing Dislikes: Ferguson is an independent dude and…” Learn more
- Name: Jarrett
- Species: Dog
- Location: One Tail At A Time, Chicago, IL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Male, Shepherd
- Description: “Jarret is living in a foster home. Submit an application from our website and then make an appointment to meet…” Learn more
- Name: Tuna
- Species: Dog
- Location: One Tail At A Time, Chicago, IL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Large, Male, Mixed Breed
- Description: “Tuna is living in a foster home. Submit an application from our website and then make an appointment to meet…” Learn more
- Name: Addie May
- Species: Dog
- Location: One Tail At A Time, Chicago, IL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Female, Boxer
- Description: “Addie May is living in a foster home. Submit an application from our website and then make an appointment to…” Learn more
- Name: Cypress
- Species: Dog
- Location: One Tail At A Time, Chicago, IL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, Mountain Cur
- Description: “Cypress is living in a foster home. Submit an application from our website and then make an appointment to meet…” Learn more
- Name: Todd
- Species: Dog
- Location: One Tail At A Time, Chicago, IL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Large, Male, Doberman Pinscher
- Description: “Todd is living in a foster home. Submit an application from our website and then make an appointment to meet…” Learn more
- Name: Winston
- Species: Dog
- Location: One Tail At A Time, Chicago, IL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Large, Male, Pit Bull Terrier
- Description: “Winston is living in a foster home. Submit an application from our website and then make an appointment to meet…” Learn more
- Name: Bear Paws
- Species: Cat
- Location: One Tail At A Time, Chicago, IL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Male, Domestic Long Hair
- Description: “Dog sociability: unknown Cat sociability: unknown Kid compatibility: unknown Likes: Belly rubs, cat nip toys, playing and napping Dislikes: Treats…” Learn more
- Name: Moo Cow
- Species: Cat
- Location: One Tail At A Time, Chicago, IL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Senior, Extra Large, Male, Domestic Short Hair
- Description: “Dog sociability: tolerant Cat sociability: social! prefers a calm friend Kid compatibility: unknown Likes: Being on the sun porch (even…” Learn more
- Name: Henry
- Species: Dog
- Location: One Tail At A Time, Chicago, IL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Senior, Small, Male, Poodle
- Description: “Henry is living in a foster home. Submit an application fr
om our website and then make an appointment to meet…” Learn more
- Name: Biscuit
- Species: Dog
- Location: One Tail At A Time, Chicago, IL
- Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Male, Boxer
- Description: “Biscuit is living in a foster home. Submit an application from our website and then make an appointment to meet…” Learn more
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