Caliper

Adult
Male
Large

Mixed Breed

About Caliper

Chicago, IL

Breed

Mixed BreedMix

Physical Traits

Adult

(3-8 years)

Male

Large

(61-100 lbs)

Black, White / Cream

Behavior

House-trained: No

Health

Spayed/Neutered:

Yes

Vaccinated:

Yes

Special Needs:

Yes

Caliper’s Compatibility

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Caliper's Story

Caliper is a gentle, young guy who likes to take his time with new things. He can be a bit nervous at times but given the chance to get comfortable he shows his sweet and affectionate side! Caliper finds loud, congested neighborhoods a bit overwhelming and prefers quiet, low traffic areas for his walks. This sweet gentle boy cannot wait to land his paws in a patient forever home!<br/><br/>Are you looking for a young dog to add to your family? Can you be patient as a shy boy gets comfortable? Do you have a home in a quiet neighborhood with a private entrance? You could be Caliper’s perfect family and he’s excited to meet you!

Caliper is a gentle, young guy who likes to take his time with new things. He can be a bit nervous at times but given the chance to get comfortable he shows his sweet and affectionate side! Caliper finds loud, congested neighborhoods a bit overwhelming and prefers quiet, low traffic areas for his walks. This sweet gentle boy cannot wait to land his paws in a patient forever home!

Are you looking for a young dog to add to your family? Can you be patient as a shy boy gets comfortable? Do you have a home in a quiet neighborhood with a private entrance? You could be Caliper’s perfect family and he’s excited to meet you!

How To Adopt

Caliper was listed as ADOPTABLE by PAWS Chicago

How can I adopt Caliper?

Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with PAWS Chicago. They may then ask for more details or an official application prior to an adoption. If you're a match, they'll reach out with next steps and timing.

How can I find out if Caliper is a good fit for me?

Click the "See How You Match" button, answer a few simple questions, and see how you match up! It takes less than a minute to complete. You can also reach out directly to PAWS Chicago for details on the pet.

When can I meet Caliper?

If you've submitted an inquiry, PAWS Chicago will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Caliper, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.

What if I have more questions about the adoption process?

Just reach out directly to PAWS Chicago, and they'll be happy to help!

PAWS Chicago's Adoption Policy

Adoption Requirements To adopt a pet from PAWS Chicago, you must: 1. Be at least 21 years of age 2. Have a U.S. government-issued photo ID, such as a driver's license or state ID 3. Verify that you are allowed to have a pet of the breed and size where you currently live 4. Be able to spend the time and resources necessary to provide the training, medical treatment and proper care for your pet 5. Bring along all family members (including children) to meet your new cat or dog. Be sure to bring any resident dogs if you are adopting a dog. 6. Be able to take the pet home on the day of adoption 7. Be available to spend up to an hour with an Adoption Counselor to discuss the responsibility of owning a pet and making a lifetime commitment 8. Spay or neuter any resident pets before you adopt. This is the most important thing you can do to help stop pet overpopulation, and also gives your pet many health and behavioral benefits!* Cat Adoption Fees - Kitten (Under 12 weeks) - $175 - Kitten (12 weeks to 1 year) - $150 - 2 Kittens (Under 12 weeks) - $300 - 2 Kittens (12 weeks to 1 year) - $250 - Cat (1-5 years) - $100 - Cat (6-9 years) - $75 - Cat (10+ years old) - $50 Dog Adoption Fees - Puppy (Under 4 months) - $550 - Puppy (4 months to 1 year) - $500 - Adult Dog (1-7 years old & under 20 lbs) - $450 - Adult Dog (1-7 years old & 20-40 lbs) - $400 - Adult Dog (1-7 years old & over 40 lbs) - $300 - Dog (8+ years old) - $200 *One training class voucher included in dog adoption fee*

Our Mission

- To build No Kill communities – starting with a No Kill Chicago – that respect and value the life of every cat and dog. - To end the overpopulation of homeless animals through solutions, practices and education. - To transform animal welfare by setting higher standards in the way animals are treated and developing a sustai...