Adoption & Foster Applications now available online!
CCRF does not release our animals after the first meeting. A home visit, animal introduction (if you currently have another pet), landlord/condo association and reference check all need to be completed before the adoption or foster can become offical. We try our best to complete the adoption/fostering process with in 1 week.

Adoption FAQ's

Are all the animals living at the facility? No, not all of our animals live at the facility. All of our cats and kittens are in foster homes. To see if a specific dog lives at the facility, please read the animal individual bio on our website (click on the animal's picture). If an animal is not living at the facility, introductions will be arranged AFTER an adoption application has been accepted.

Can I stop by the facility to meet dogs that I'm interested in? Yes, you can during our normal adoption hours. The adoption tour is 5-10 minutes long. A staff member or adoption counselor will be able to briefly introduce you to the animals at the facility. Due to the HIGH number of potential adopters that do come to the facility, we have to limit the tour to 5 - 10 minutes so everyone gets a chance to meet dogs and our staff can continue to provide the animals with excellent care. Thanks in advance for understanding. Once an application has been submitted, we will schedule a visit for you and the animals you are interested in for a longer period of time.

CCRF Adoption Process:

1. Fill out an adoption application: Click on the appropriate link below

2. An adoption counselor will call or email you within 48 hours to review your application.

If you would like to check the status of your application after 24 hours, please email info@chicagocaninerescue.com.

3. The adoption counselor will call your reference, landlord/condo association, and veterinarian (if applicable).

4. An adoption counselor will schedule a time for you, your family and any other pets to meet the pet(s) you've applied for.

5. A home visit is also necessary. If possible, the entire household should be present for the visit.

6. To make the adoption official, a signed adoption contract and a $200 fee for canines or $100 for felines (expections are noted in animals bio) will be collected before the animal is placed in your home. A $50 deposit is also required for animals that have not yet been neutered/spayed. All previous medical records will be turned over to the new adopter. At time of adoption, adopters should have a collar, leash and pet ID tag.






Questions or Ideas?
Please email info@chicagocaninerescue.com
Thank you!