Welcome to the Chicago Canine Rescue Foundation (CCRF). The Chicago Canine Rescue Foundation is a registererd 501(c)3 organization. CCRF assists the animals that are the MOST vulnerable in our city and in the Midwest - the dogs and cats that are slated for euthanasia because they are too old, too young, injured, have disabilities, or have simply been overlooked for too long by potential adopters at other shelters.

CCRF rescues displaced and homeless dogs and cats throughout the Midwest by providing each animal with exactly what they need whether it be life-saving medical treatments and surgeries, specialized training, or a safe temporary haven and then we search for permanent loving homes for each animal.

Available Dogs & Cats List

Click here to see some of our happy adopted dogs!

Visit Chicago Canine Rescue's Website! Click here!

Please e-mail the Chicago Canine Rescue Foundation at info@chicagocaninerescue.com for more information.

Please be aware that Chicago Canine Rescue Foundation will be happy to schedule appointments for you to meet an animal outside of our regular adoption hours if needed. Please submit an adoption application and we will be in touch with you shortly!

Upcoming Events

Please view our website for a calendar of our upcoming events! www.chicagocaninerescue.org.

Who We Are

More than 35,000 dogs and cats are killed in Chicago every year -- even more animals are neglected and abused. The Chicago Canine Rescue Foundation's mission is to decrease the thousands of euthanizations and abuses in our city through companion animal rescue and adoption. CCRF saves displaced and homeless dogs and cats throughout the Chicagoland area and places these dogs in loving homes through responsible adoption. By working with our adopters and the community on adoption and the humane treatment of animals, CCRF believes that we can instill respect and appreciation for animals and contribute to making Chicago a no-kill city.

Chicago Canine Rescue is a non-profit organization that is completely funded by privatea donations. We rely solely on the kindness of and the contributions from the community to carry out our mission. If you are interested in donating time, equipment, supplies or money, please contact us at info@chicagocaninerescue.com!

Adopting a Friend

Chicago Canine Rescue provides the best medical care possible for all animals that are admitted into our organization. Each dog is examined, given vaccinations for Distemper, Rabies, and Bordatella, Heartworm Tested, spayed/neutered, and microchipped - appropriate to their age and medical status. If needed, our canines are given additional medical attention such as dental and orthopedic surgeries, heartworm treatment, and treatment for diabetes and epilepsy.

All potential adoptive families must complete our adoption screening process which includes an adoption application, a personal reference check, a veterinary reference check if you have had a pet before, and an interview. Home or apartment renters are required to provide proof of lease and permission from the landlord that pets are permitted in the residence. Please note that CCRF also performs a home visit with each potential adopter and requires proof of identity prior to finalizing any adoption. CCRF's standard adoption fee is $200, which helps cover a portion of the animals expenses while under our care. The adoption fee for felines is $100.

CCRF primarily adopts dogs into homes located in the northern IL, southern WI, and northwest IN regions. Post-adoption, CCRF continues to provide veterinary and training referrals and guidance to adoptive families.

Please Contact Us!

Chicago Canine Rescue Foundation can be reached via email at info@chicagocaninerescue.com.

You can also visit our website at www.chicagocaninerescue.org.

Donations can be mailed to 2227 W. Belmont Ave, Chicago, IL 60618

We look forward to hearing from you!

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