Looking to adopt a pet? Here are 7 adorable pups to adopt now in Chicago

<p>Photos: Petfinder</p>

Photos: Petfinder

Interested in adopting a pet — or just gazing at some cuddle-hungry puppies up for adoption? There are dozens of endearing puppies up for adoption at animal shelters in and around Chicago.

Animal shelters and pet rescue groups work hard to care for unhoused pets and connect them to loving homes. Hoodline used data from Petfinder to power this roundup of puppies currently available for adoption.

(Details like pet availability, training, vaccinations and other features are based on data provided by Petfinder and may be subject to change; contact the shelter for the latest information.)


Niko, Labrador retriever and shepherd mix

Niko is a male Labrador retriever and shepherd puppy staying at Friends of Petraits.

Niko gets along well with other dogs. He is vaccinated.

From Niko's current caretaker:

Read more about how to adopt Niko on Petfinder.

This precious little guy was rescued from rural Kentucky animal control and is now in a loving foster home in Chicago. Niko’s mom was a family pet who had an accidental litter.

Piper, terrier and Australian shepherd mix

Piper is a charming female terrier and Australian shepherd puppy currently housed at Pal's Place.

Piper is happy to keep company with other dogs, cats and kids. Piper is vaccinated.

Read more about Piper on Petfinder.

Petra, border collie and terrier mix

Petra is a female border collie and terrier puppy in the care of Pal's Place.

Petra plays well with others — she loves other dogs, cats and kids. She has been vaccinated.

Read more about Petra on Petfinder.

Paisley, terrier and Australian shepherd mix

Paisley is a female terrier and Australian shepherd puppy staying at Pal's Place.

Paisley will get along great with your cats, dogs and children. She's already vaccinated.

Apply to adopt Paisley today at Petfinder.

Poppy, border collie and terrier mix

Poppy is a female border collie and terrier puppy being cared for at Pal's Place.

Poppy loves other dogs, cats and kids. She has had all her shots.

Read more about Poppy on Petfinder.

Portia, Australian shepherd and terrier mix

Portia is a darling female Australian shepherd and terrier puppy currently housed at Pal's Place.

Portia is a social animal, and she's happy to keep company with children, cats or dogs. She has had all her shots.

Read more about how to adopt Portia on Petfinder.

Pee Wee, Australian shepherd and terrier mix

Pee Wee is a handsome male Australian shepherd and terrier puppy being cared for at Pal's Place.

Pee Wee will get along great with your other dogs, cats and kids. He has had all of his shots.

Read more about how to adopt Pee Wee on Petfinder.


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