BEWARE!! There are many 'rescues' that are nothing more than glorified puppy brokers!

Be sure that ANY animal you adopt is fully vetted, including spay/neuter, microchip, and all necessary shots and tests. Reputable rescues include all this, and more!  You don't want to fall victim to 'puppies for profit' from a non-legitimate rescue!
The below listed dogs are courtesy posting for other shelters and rescues.  Please contact them for more information as the adoption will be through their organizations.

Balto

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Balto (18-0018) is the best lap dog ever, even though you disappear underneath him! He loves to give bear hugs. He's a big fan of the outdoors whether it's puddles or snow. When it's time to come back inside he has the most pitiful sad puppy eyes. He's a gentle giant who has a ton of love and personalty! He is altered, up to date on vaccines, microchipped and heartworm tested. He currently has no health issues, is current on preventatives, and full of energy! He does not play well with other animals including all dogs and cats, but knows how to win the people's hearts. He would do well with older kids due to his vivacity and size. A 6ft fenced in yard is required. Breed knowledge is a must. 

Jonna of Freeze Frame Photography captured his beauty perfectly. Read more about Balto here:https://qcawc.org/adopt/pet/18-0018

Balto is located at the Quad City Animal Welfare Center in Milan, IL.  Please contact them if you are interested in giving Balto his forever home!

Ari
Please see the attached video of Ari.  She’s a young (between 1 – 2 years old), spayed female malamute who’s had a rough start to life.  Confiscated from a yard with no shelter, food or water, Ari came to the Sangamon County Animal Control and Adoption Center in IL, very scared and frightened.  Volunteers took Ari to our local trainer who determined that she will need a wide circle of trust until she learns what positive human companionship is all about.  Our trainer also recommended that Ari be placed in a home with no other dogs.  Since she is somewhat fearful, we are unsure how she would respond to children.  She walks on a leash and, when frightened, comes back to her handler for reassurance.  As you can see from the video, Ari is loving and attentive in one-on-one situations.  However, it would be our preference  for Ari to find her forever home with individuals familiar with the breed in order to understand her training and behavioral needs.  Ari is up to date on shots and will be micro chipped prior to transportation to her forever home.  Our rescue organization will gladly transport Ari to her forever home.  If you would like additional information about Ari, please contact Kathy O’Hara, Treasurer of the Friends of Sangamon County Animal Control, at 217-622-9205.  Please help us find that wonderful home this girl deserves.  Thank you!