Mutt of the Month: Jersey
I am definitely Man’s Best Friends (Women’s, too!). I love people and just love to be with you. I love to have conversations with you, and love hugs! I’m housebroken and great with cats!
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Dog Adoption Policy
All of our adoptable dogs are located in private foster homes. Dogs are available for viewing by appointment only after an adoption application is submitted and approved.
Adoption fee for dogs: $165
Your companion will already be spayed or neutered, tested negative for Heartworm, given all veterinarian recommended vaccines including a 1 year Rabies Vaccine, a 24PetWatch microchip, a senior wellness chemistry panel, and 30 days of free ShelterCare pet insurance. Many of our adoptable companions also receive dental procedure, a lumpectomy, and many other procedures necessary to get your canine companion ready for adoption! Any known medical or behavioral conditions are listed.
All of our adoptable companions come with a 14-day Money Back Guarantee.
To be considered for one of our adoptable companions, please fill out an adoption application and fax it to 847.890.6404.
Don’t see what you’re looking for here? Check out these other seniors in need of homes!
Brownie
Hi, I’m Brownie! I am an 8 year old female cocker spaniel who loves everyone and everything! Especially food. I am working on getting my summer figure back. You could help! We could go on walks, play, and have all sorts of fun together. One of the things I like best is sitting in your lap while you relax. You don’t even have to pet me, I am so happy to be in your lap! I’m just happy to be by you wherever you are. But I am not clingy- if you want your space I am more than happy to go take a sun bath and watch through the window as the world goes by. I am housebroken, love car rides, get along well with other dogs ( I haven’t seen a cat yet but Young at Heart will make sure I do), and in general know all about a house and its rules. My previous owners moved and could not take me so they brought me to the local pound, which recognized what a great dog I am. They called Young at Heart and after a long car ride, here I am! Will you be my next family? Please?! Just call Young at Heart! Thanks and I can’t wait to meet you! Love, Brownie!
Charlie
Hi there, I’m Charlie! I am a fantastic boy, and when you meet me, you will agree wholeheartedly that I’m one of the world’s best dogs! I am 8 years old, a hound/pointer mix, and after my “mom” died, it was just me and my “dad”. But then suddenly my world fell apart, and I was told he had to go to a nursing home. I found myself at a kennel, waiting patiently to go home, but I never did, and instead I was transferred to the pound, staring at the bars of my cage. I didn’t know what was happening or who anyone was, but I wagged my tail the whole time, trusting that someone would save me- and they did! Here I am! And I couldn’t be happier! Look at my big grin, just telling you that I am glad to be alive! I am a great companion, happy all the time, and I am also a wonderful co-pilot! I love rides in the car, walks around the neighborhood, kids, friends, family- you name it! I am good with dogs and ignore cats so far, and I am housebroken. I’m so happy that I get a chance at a happily ever after- my dad even sent me to the pound with a poem asking for someone to save me. The rescue can’t wait to tell my dad that I had an angel watching over us, and that his prayers were answered- that I found a forever home with new people who love me like he does. Are you my new family?
Daisey Mae
Hello! My name is Daisey Mae. I’m a full blooded red coat Bloodhound. One day my family said they would take me for a car ride. We arrived at a brick building, where I saw a couple of people walking around with dogs outside. My family walked me in the brick building when they all started crying. That’s when I heard my family tell the people behind the desk that one of the kids had suddenly become allergic to me and that they could no longer afford to feed me! WHAT? I must have been eating something good because my foster mom says I need to lose weight! Hmph! Imagine that? After living with my family for 7 years, I suddenly ended up at animal control.
What the heck did I do wrong? Thank goodness there are Bloodhound lovers out there who came to rescue me! It takes a special person to love a Bloodhound, from what I hear, (I haven’t figured out why humans say that)!My foster mom also says I have the biggest brown eyes that will melt anybody’s heart. I pull on my leash when I see those dasterdly squirrels, I just can’t control myself, (but I never run) so my foster mom is working on walking with me with a harness. She says I do much better with a harness now. Aren’t you proud of me? Bloodhounds always require a fenced yard. One good “smell” floating around in the air or on the ground….and they’re off! They follow their nose! Bloodhounds shed like most other dogs so they do require some grooming. Foster mom says a rubber curry brush such as a Zoom Groom works just fine. Ear cleaning is a must and my nails should be clipped once a month. I get along with other dogs and cats and I’ve lived with older kids. I love to play with big dogs and I’m even very good and gentle with smaller dogs. Come on out to meet me, all you Bloodhound lovers out there, (or wanna be Bloodhound lovers). I know you’re out there!!
Jersey
Hi there! I’m Jersey, a beautiful 10 year old female Border Collie/Collie mix who lost her way and found herself at the pound where no one ever came to get me. My time was up, but Young at Heart took me in, and I am soooo happy! I love people, I can’t get enough of you petting me. I love to talk to you, too, and I have a lot to say when I’m excited! I am good with most mellow dogs, but would really enjoy a home where I am the only dog, and I am fabulous with kitty cats. The rescue is pretty sure I lived with cats more so than dogs in my previous life. I am good with kids, but I have some arthritis in my hips that I take arthritis meds for, so younger kids who want to lean on me probably wouldn’t be a good fit. I love to go for walks and am wonderful on a leash, and really good in the car. I’m housebroken and an all around fabulous girl. I can’t wait to meet you!
Maggie
Hi! I’m Maggie, a beautiful 7 yr old Weimaraner who has been waiting for far too long for a home of her own. I had a home that used me as a breeding machine, and then when my last litter didn’t make them any money, they tossed me in the pound. Young at Heart took me in, and had me professionally trained. I’m a very happy and exuberant girl, and would love a home where someone is active and likes to take me for walks or go running with me. Because of all those years breeding litter after litter, I’m not very fond of other dogs and would prefer to be the queen of the castle. I am ok with cats though, and seem to enjoy their company. I am healthy and house-broken, and I dream of the day that I have a home all to myself and can snuggle up on a bed with you, or sit by the fireplace while you read a book- I’m a total couch potato! I love my crate while you are gone, as it makes me feel safe and secure. The rescue has paid for a few lessons with my trainer for whomever adopts me so that we are “speaking the same language” when you take me home, too! I’m such a good girl, please let me win your heart over!
Marshall
Hi! I’m Marshall, a sweet guy who lost his way and ended up at Young at Heart. I am about 8 years old, and I am such a good boy! I just want a quiet home to snuggle me up and love me forever. I am good with other mellow dogs, and am good with cats, too. I am housebroken and like the car, and I love to be with my people. I have so much fun with my toys, so I hope you like to shop. I love my fuzzy ones, and my squeaky ones, and my grunting ones, and… I love just about any toy you can fit into my toy box. I will shake that toy, toss it in the air, jump to get to it, and I have so much fun that I will make you laugh while I play! I do have a mild heart murmur, which does not bother me one bit, but I am special needs because I was recently diagnosed with Diabetes. This doesn’t slow me down, and it is very easy to treat. I get two injections of insulin a day, and I’m learning to be ok with that. I love lap time, and especially enjoy sharing the couch with you during tv time. I’m a great companion who has been waiting patiently for my forever home! CHECK OUT MY NEWS APPEARANCE! http://www.wgntv.com/videobeta/e315f02d-0fe2-4baf-b4db-06a290034174/News/Adopt-A-Pet-4-16
Maddie
Hi there! I’m Maddie, and I am an official wiggle butt! I am an 8 year old female boxer who is a lovely and funny girl. I love to eat, and was very skinny when I was at the pound, so boy oh boy do I like to eat! I’ve gained weight since then, but I will still tell you in the morning and at dinner time that I’m ready to eat by banging around my food bowl (sometimes you humans are a little slow to get the hint!). I have quite the personality- fun loving and happy-go-lucky, with lots and lots of love to give. I am very well behaved and you will have no reason to crate me during the day or at night, as I am very trustworthy in the house. Beware though, because I will act like you’ve been gone for days when you return from a short trip, as I am so so happy to see you again! My only “bad” habit seems to be the occasional counter-surfing expedition, but I’m not tall enough to reach the stuff at the back of the counter- my smart humans figured out that trick! I love big and small dogs and and everyone I meet. I love my toys and playing with my canine buddies, but mostly I love my people! I’ll make a wonderful addition to any family!
Otto
Hi there! I’m Otto, and I am a very sweet and cuddly 8 year old Pekingese mix. I am a very friendly and out-going guy, and somehow wandered away from my home and fell into a window well! I was there for at least three days before the home owners discovered me, and they took me straight to the local animal control for veterinary treatment. I was very dehydrated and malnourished, and I had tried desperately to escape, so I had some injured toenails and I had scraped both my corneas in my panic. The pound held onto me as long as they could, hoping someone would be looking for me, but no one ever did, and my time was up. Thankfully Young at Heart stepped in and now I’m waiting for my new home! My nails and corneas are healing nicely, though I may have some residual sight damage. Right now, my eyes have a hard time going from a dark room to a light room and vice versa, but once I adjust, I can see just fine. This may go away as my eyes heal, but it might not. When I think about what could have happened to me down in that window well, a little vision loss seems like no big deal! I get along with cats and with easy-going dogs, am great with people, and am crate-trained. I love love love to meet people, so a home that has a lot of action, or a home where I can snuggle with someone most the day are both great choices for me!
Paisley
Hi there! My name is Paisley, and I am a super cute and friendly little daschund who loves to play! I’m about 8 years old, and I love to play fetch, play with my squeaky toys, and love to chase a ball. I am good with other dogs, and I especially love other little dogs who want to play with me! I’m good with dog-savvy cats, and with children who know how to pick me up correctly. I am housebroken and crate-trained, and I love to be wherever you are. One of my favorite pastimes is to snuggle up under a blanket all the way, so it doesn’t look like I’m there! I do this with my own blanket, or I’ll snuggle under yours (sorry if my nose is cold!). If you’re looking for a little dog who will make you smile, I’m your girl!
Snickers
Hi there! I’m Snickers, a super wonderful 8 year old beagle mix. I’m super cute, and my stellar personality will steal your heart! I am a wonderful guy, cool and calm inside, playful and fun outside- whatever speed you want me to be, I’m there for you! I aim to please. I am housebroken, I like other dogs, and ignore cats so far. I am happiest when you are rubbing my ears or giving me kisses, but I am content to snuggle up near you and just be your buddy. If you don’t mind me saying so, I’m pretty sure I’m the coolest dog on the block, but I think you should come meet me to find out for yourself!
Twister – Adoption Pending!
Hi there! I’m Twister, and if you’re looking for the world’s sweetest beagle, you’ve found her! I am a 9 year old bluetick beagle, and I am sooooo friendly! I am great with other dogs and with kids of all ages, and I have yet to meet a person I haven’t called “friend”. I am very good at dancing on my hind legs for a treat, and love to go for all sorts of adventures with you! I am housebroken and I like to play, but I am mellow and somewhat of a lap dog, too. I love to be with you wherever you are! I am a smart girl who is eager to please! I do take thyroid medication daily, which is only about $5 a month, and is a very simple thing to help keep me my healthiest. I’m ready for my new home. I’m looking for a new best friend. Come meet me!
Mark Your Calendar!
4th of July Parade in Vernon Hills
July 4th, 2010
Parade starts at 9:00am!
You’re all invited to walk with Young at Heart in this parade! Bring your social dog decked out in 4th of July gear, and have fun promoting our rescue!
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