You must be an ISR approved adopter to request and receive further information on our GSPs. The process includes an application review, Veterinarian check, and home visit. Please understand there may be approved adopters already going through various stages of our adoption process; candidates who submitted their applications before those still in the review process, or those who are in the home visit stages.
Expressing an interest for a particular dog already in our rescue does not guarantee that specific dog will be available when you’ve completed the approval process. Also, we must ensure the needs of the dog of interest is a good match to an applicant’s specific circumstances. Completing an application and going through the approval process will add your information to our network. A current approval with your information in our database offers you the greatest opportunity to be matched up with the perfect GSP; a great match for your entire family. To start the application process, please follow the instructions found on this page.
Available to Adopt
| |  Cole/Squirrel 2 yrs old 40lb Male |  Chef 10yr old Male | |||||
 Ruby ~5yrs old 34lb Female |  Oreo 4yrs old 48lb Female Adoption Pending | ||||||
Available Foster to Adopt
Even if you are an approved adopter, please fill out a volunteer application and you will be contacted for further information about the foster to adopt process.
Rugrats Puppy Crew – All Adoption Pending
| Chuckie (male) ticked with liver patches on body – Foster in IN (Adoption Pending) | Kimi (Female) ticked body – Foster in IN (Adoption Pending) |
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| Dil (male) – Foster in IL (Adoption Pending) | Annie (female) – Foster in IL (Adoption Pending) |
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Recently Adopted – Happy Tails
These wonderful dogs have found their forever families through our Foster‑to‑Adopt program. We’re thrilled to celebrate their new beginnings!
 Basil Puppy |  Remi Mae Puppy |  Boomer |  Zack | ||
 Poppy Puppy |  Romeo |  Holly |  Petunia | ||
 Lily |  Iris |  Ren |  Cosmo | ||
 Coco |  Winston |
Cole (aka Squirrel) – Fostered in MI
Cole
Age: ~2 years old
Personality: Smart, sensitive, eager to please
Energy Level: Medium–High (young GSP)
- Bright, sensitive young GSP who wants to get it right
- Very smart, food‑motivated, and highly trainable
- Affectionate and goofy once he trusts you
- Crate-trained and potty-trained
- Knows basic cues; loves training and enrichment
- Thrives with structure, routine, and clear expectations
- Settles better and learns quickly in a calm environment
- Enjoys sniffing, exploring, and working his brain
Dog Interactions:
- Loves to wrestle and play with other dogs
- Enjoys having a playful dog friend who matches his energy
- Loves walks, fetch, and running in a fenced yard
- Does well with friendly, social dogs who like to engage
- Still benefits from balanced dog communication but enjoys appropriate playmates
Ideal Home:
- Calm, predictable environment
- Someone who enjoys training and helping a smart young dog succeed
- A home that understands sensitive dogs and celebrates progress
- Balanced resident dog
If you’re a family who wants to adopt a sweet, young boy, then Cole may be just the match for you! Please complete our Online Adoption Application. It’s the quickest and best way for us to learn of your interest.
Chef
Chef
Age: 10 year old Male
Status: Recently rescued from the shelter and settling into his foster home
What We Know So Far
- Chef spent too long in the shelter and was finally sprung with the help of many wonderful volunteers
- He had a long transport ride to his foster home
- Got a much‑needed bath to wash off the shelter smell
- Picked out some new toys — immediately chose a ball
- Seems like he may be a bit ball‑obsessed
- Played ball happily for a while
- Still a little anxious after his shelter stay
- Fell asleep once the lights went out
- Very sweet, gentle boy
More to come…
As Chef settles into his foster home, we’ll share updates about his routine, personality, and what kind of home will be the best match.
If you’re a family who wants to adopt a sweet senior Shorthair, then Chef may be just the match for you! Please complete our Online Adoption Application. It’s the quickest and best way for us to learn of your interest.
Ruby
RUBY — COMING SOON
Age: ~5 years • Size: Pocket Pointer (34 lbs)
Ruby was surrendered when her owner could no longer care for her due to health issues. Since arriving in foster care, she’s been blossoming — running, playing, chasing toys, and rolling around outside. She’s a sweet little pocket pointer who’s clearly enjoying feeling safe again.
We’re waiting on more details from her foster family, but for now her videos say it all. More updates coming soon
If you’re a family who wants to adopt a loyal, affectionate Shorthair, then Ruby may be just the match for you! Please complete our Online Adoption Application. It’s the quickest and best way for us to learn of your interest.
Oreo – Adoption Pending
Oreo
Age: 4 years old • Size: 48 lbs
Oreo is a beautiful 4-year-old girl weighing about 48 lbs. She’s spayed, up to date on vaccines, and heartworm-negative. We’re told she is house-trained and crate-trained. She can be a little shy at first, but she warms up quickly and enjoys being with her people. Oreo is good with kids and other dogs; cats are unknown.
She’s an active, energetic girl who will thrive in a home that keeps her busy and offers fun things to do. More updates are coming soon as her foster gets to know her.
If you’re a family who wants to adopt an active, affectionate Shorthair, then Oreo may be just the match for you! Please complete our Online Adoption Application. It’s the quickest and best way for us to learn of your interest.