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
| |  Pickles 3-4 yrs old 50lb Male Coming Soon |  Darci Coming Soon | |||||
 Cole/Squirrel 2 yrs old 40lb Male 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
| 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 (Adoption Pending)
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.
Darci – Coming Soon
Darci
More updates coming soon…
If you’re a family who wants to adopt an active, affectionate Shorthair, then Darci 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.
Pickles – Coming Soon
Pickles – Fostered in IL
Age: 3-4 years old Size: ~50 lbs Personality: Energetic, affectionate, playful Energy Level: Medium-High
More updates coming soon…
If you’re a family who wants to adopt an active, affectionate Shorthair, then Pickles 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.