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
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
| Chuckie (male) ticked with liver patches on body – Foster in IN | Kimi (Female) ticked body – Foster in IN (Adoption Pending) |
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| Dil (male) – Foster in IL | 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 – Size: ~40 lbs
Personality: Sweet, goofy, smart, eager to please
Energy Level: Medium–High (young GSP)
Cole — lovingly nicknamed Squirrel (a name passed down from a volunteer’s previous GSP) — is a bright, affectionate young dog who’s ready to find his person. He’s the kind of dog who wants to be part of whatever you’re doing, whether that’s going for a walk, exploring the yard, or curling up after a good play session.
What Cole Loves
- Playing and wrestling with dog friends
- Sniffing, exploring, and using his brain
- Training games (he’s very food‑motivated!)
- Being goofy and affectionate once he trusts you
Training & Home Skills
Cole is crate‑trained, potty‑trained, and knows his basic cues. He settles nicely once he understands what’s expected and he learns quickly. He genuinely wants to get things right and responds beautifully to positive guidance.
Dog Interactions
- Loves to wrestle and play with other dogs, especially those with a similar energy level
- Enjoys fetch, running, and playing in a fenced yard
- Social, friendly, and appropriate with dogs who like to engage
Ideal Home
Cole will shine in a home that:
- Enjoys training and enrichment
- Appreciates a sensitive, smart dog
- Has a playful resident dog (ideal but not required)
- Wants a dog who’s ready to blossom in a new environment
Cole is truly ready to try a new environment where he can grow, gain confidence, and show just how wonderful he is. Once he bonds with you, he’s all heart.
If you’re looking for a sweet, silly, eager‑to‑please young boy, Cole may be your perfect match.
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.
Ginny – Fostered in IL
Ginny
Age: ~2 years Weight: ~40 lbs (small, petite female)
About Ginny
Ginny is a gentle, petite young GSP who came to us with her sister Maeve, who is also available for adoption. She arrived in rough shape but has blossomed quickly in foster care. She’s sweet, curious, people‑oriented, and ready to grow even more in a new environment. She’s a great dog with tons of potential and will really shine with continued training and support.
What Ginny Loves
- Being close to her people for cuddles
- Exploring the yard and sniffing
- Watching bugs, grasshoppers, and anything that moves
- Learning and exploring
Training & Home Skills
- Housebroken
- Crate‑trained (settles after a few minutes)
- Slow, polite eater
- No food or toy aggression
- Jumps into the car and is working on relaxing.
- Still working on basic commands knows stay and No (sit, heel, recall)
Dog Interactions
- Likes most other dogs, can be bossy.
- Came in with her sister Maeve
- Has been around medium and large dogs
- Does well with dogs who share her energy level
Kids
- Met several small children (5–6 years old) and was appropriate and curious
Ideal Home
Ginny will thrive in a home that:
- Has a physical fence (preferred)
- Has a dog with a similar energy level (Ginny currently has two speeds: ON and OFF)
- Enjoys an active household
- Can provide continued training and structure
- Understands young GSPs who are still learning the world
- Has no cats
Ginny is ready for a new environment where she can blossom, gain confidence, and show her full potential. She’s a sweet, easy girl who just needs the right home to help her shine.
If you’re a family who wants to adopt an active, affectionate Shorthair, then Ginny 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.
Maeve
Maeve— ADOPTABLE
Age: ~2 years Weight: ~38 lbs Sex: Female, spayed Personality: Energetic • Super Sweet • Fast Learner Energy Level: High (classic young GSP)
About Maeve
Maeve is a young, petite 2‑year‑old female who came to the shelter with her sister, Ginny, after their owner surrendered them because the landlord wouldn’t allow dogs in the apartment. She arrived scared, overwhelmed, and with very little training — but she has been blossoming quickly in her foster home.
She’s truly a diamond in the rough whose personality is still emerging. Maeve is bright, athletic, super sweet, affectionate, and eager to learn. With patience and structure, she’s showing us just how much potential she has.
Training & Routine
Maeve had almost no training when she arrived, but she’s learning fast. She currently:
- Is crate trained (with a treat)
- Knows sit, stay, paw, off
- Is very food‑motivated
- Is mostly housebroken (watch for her cues)
- Loves to cuddle once her energy is out
She still needs leash training — she pulls with excitement — but she responds well to guidance and consistency.
Dog Interactions
Maeve has been introduced slowly and carefully to her foster family’s senior dogs. She has done well with supervised interactions and is learning to understand other dogs’ cues.
- No food resource guarding
- Foster is watchful with toys, antlers, and stuffed Kongs
- Normal GSP prey drive (chases squirrels, butterflies, lightning bugs)
- No exposure to cats
She’s playful, social, and enthusiastic — just still learning boundaries.
Children
Maeve does not live with children but has met some. She was shy at first and warmed up slowly. Because she gets zoomies and has a long, happy tail, she could accidentally knock down a small child. A home with older kids or dog‑savvy children (around 6+ years old) would be ideal.
Activities & Ideal Lifestyle
Maeve is fast, athletic, and smart — she would shine in dog sports or any active home. She loves:
- Fetch
- Walks and runs
- Dog puzzles
- Learning new skills
- Playtime with other dogs
She’s a great fit for adopters who enjoy training, exercise, and helping a young GSP grow into her best self.
Ideal Home
Maeve will thrive in an active household that enjoys exercise, structure, and continued training. She would do well with dog‑savvy kids, ideally 6 years and older. If there are other dogs in the home, they should match her energy level and enjoy playful, enthusiastic interactions.
A large fenced yard would be ideal so she has space to run, explore, and burn off her energy safely.
If you’re looking for a dog who can keep up with an active day and then cuddle hard once she’s tired, Maeve may be your new BFF.
Fun Fact
Maeve loves looking at her reflection — her foster family calls her Queen Maeve.
If you’re a family who wants to adopt an active, affectionate Shorthair, then Maeve 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 – Fostered in IL (Adoption Pending)
Ruby
Age: ~6 years Weight: ~35 lbs (female) – Pocket Pointer
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.
More updates coming soon…
If you’re a family who wants to adopt an active, 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.
Maverick – Fostered in IL
Maverick – Fostered in IL
Age: ~2 years Size: ~45 lbs Personality: Energetic, affectionate, playful Energy Level: Medium–High (young GSP)
Maverick is a bright, athletic young GSP who loves being part of the action. He’s happiest when he has a good mix of physical exercise, mental enrichment, and time with his people. Once he’s had his walks and finished checking in on the squirrels and bunnies, he’s a total cuddlebug who loves to relax and watch TV at night.
What Maverick Loves
- Playing ball and carrying around his favorite stuffed animal
- Exploring the yard and watching wildlife
- Playtime with his foster brother
- Training games — he loves to learn and picks things up quickly
- Evening snuggles with his family
Training & Home Skills
Maverick is housebroken and sleeps quietly in his crate at night. He walks well on a leash and enjoys getting out to burn off energy. He has a medium‑high prey drive, so he’ll thrive with an adopter who understands young sporting breeds and can give him both physical and mental outlets.
He knows sit, wait, drop, come, and “do your business.” He’s smart, eager to learn, and loves being around people.
Dog & Kid Interactions
Maverick gets along well with his foster brother and enjoys having a playmate to help channel his energy. He’s also good with kids and fits in easily with family routines.
Ideal Home
Maverick will shine in a home that:
- Enjoys daily exercise and enrichment
- Understands prey‑driven sporting breeds
- Wants a fun, affectionate companion who loves to be active and then cuddle
If you’re looking for a sweet, energetic young GSP who’s as ready for adventure as he is for movie‑night snuggles, Maverick may be your perfect match.
Please complete our Online Adoption Application. It’s the quickest and best way for us to learn of your interest.