Oak Lawn Pets Up For Adoption: Smudge, Rajah, Lovebug & More
Want to add a furry friend to your family and make a positive impact on the world at the same time? Maybe it's time to adopt a pet! Amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, many shelters in Oak Lawn and environs are still working to find forever homes for dozens of cats, dogs and other adorable critters coming through.
For those looking to adopt, a great place to begin your search for a lovable new fur child is at Half Way Home Animal Rescue, where Lovebug the cat is waiting patiently, or another local adoption center. If you aren't sure if you have time to take care of a pet year round, many shelters also offer opportunities to foster pets until they are placed.
Here at Patch, with a little help from our friends at Petfinder, we put together a list each week of all the pets recently put up for adoption in your area. If you're a cat person, meet SMUDGE, a Domestic Medium Hair mix up for adoption. If dogs are more your thing, there are several great dogs available, too. Click on any listing for more information, or to start the adoption process.
Editor’s note: This list was automatically generated using data compiled by Petfinder. Please report any errors or other feedback to content@patch.com.
SMUDGE
Name: SMUDGE
Species: Cat
Location: Kitties For Keeps Rescue, 8717 Ridgeland Ave, Oak Lawn, IL
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Large, Female, Domestic Medium Hair Maine Coon Mix
Description: "Smudge – Hi, my name is Smudge. I am 1-1/2 years old. I am a medium hair tabby and white..." Learn more
RAJAH
Name: RAJAH
Species: Cat
Location: Kitties For Keeps Rescue, 8717 Ridgeland Ave, Oak Lawn, IL
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Large, Male, Domestic Short Hair
Good With: Cats
Description: "RAJAH - Front Paw DeclawCurrently at Pet Supplies Plus - 8717 Ridgeland, Oak Lawn, IL. Hi, I'm Rajah, I..." Learn more
Lovebug
Name: Lovebug
Species: Cat
Location: Half Way Home Animal Rescue, Orland Park, IL
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Male, Domestic Medium Hair
Good With: Kids, dogs and cats
Description: "Visit www.hwhanimalrescue.com to download the REQUIRED application If approved to adoption - Must be able to pick up locally (We..." Learn more
Baby & Holly (BONDED PAIR)
Name: Baby & Holly (BONDED PAIR)
Species: Cat
Location: Half Way Home Animal Rescue, Orland Park, IL
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Female, Tabby
Good With: Kids, dogs and cats
Description: "For information or to complete the required application: Visit our website; www.hwhanimalrescue.comBonded Pair - Must be adopted together.Age:..." Learn more
Aurora
Name: Aurora
Species: Dog
Location: Half Way Home Animal Rescue, Orland Park, IL
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, English Coonhound
Good With: Dogs
Description: "Please email info@HWHANIMALRESCUE.COM for questions or to see our rules and to download the Required Application www.hwhanimalrescue.comAurora is a..." Learn more
Chip & Cookie (BONDED PAIR)
Name: Chip & Cookie (BONDED PAIR)
Species: Cat
Location: Half Way Home Animal Rescue, Orland Park, IL
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Female, Tuxedo Domestic Short Hair Mix
Good With: Kids, dogs and cats
Description: "For information or to complete the required application: Visit our website; www.hwhanimalrescue.comChip (b&w M, 5 lbs.) and Cookie (g&w..." Learn more
Chatty Cathy
Name: Chatty Cathy
Species: Cat
Location: Half Way Home Animal Rescue, Orland Park, IL
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, Calico Domestic Short Hair Mix
Good With: Kids, dogs and cats
Description: "Visit www.hwhanimalrescue.com to download the REQUIRED application If approved to adoption - Must be able to pick up locally (We..." Learn more
Snow & Serena (BONDED PAIR)
Name: Snow & Serena (BONDED PAIR)
Species: Cat
Location: Half Way Home Animal Rescue, Orland Park, IL
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, Tabby Domestic Short Hair Mix
Good With: Kids, dogs and cats
Description: "For information or to complete the required application: Visit our website; www.hwhanimalrescue.comSerena is the silver tabby who is An..." Learn more
Jitterbug
Name: Jitterbug
Species: Cat
Location: Azraels Place, Brookfield, IL
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Male, Maine Coon
Good With: Cats
Description: "Jitterbug is one happy dancer (when he is not busy with his cat stuff)! Mostly he loves to hang with..." Learn more
Rook
Name: Rook
Species: Dog
Location: Chicago Animal Care And Control, 2741 S. Western Ave., Chicago, IL
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Male, Pit Bull Terrier
Description: "Rook A223380 Rook is a 3 year old neutered male who came into the shelter on 12/16 as a stray...." Learn more
Rock n Roll
Name: Rock n Roll
Species: Dog
Location: Chicago Animal Care And Control, 2741 S. Western Ave., Chicago, IL
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Male, Pit Bull Terrier
Description: "Rock n Roll A223362Rock and Roll is a 2 year old neutered male who came into the shelter on..." Learn more
Kobe
Name: Kobe
Species: Dog
Location: Chicago Animal Care And Control, 2741 S. Western Ave., Chicago, IL
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Large, Male, Pit Bull Terrier
Description: "Kobe A223412 Kobe is a 1 year old neutered male who came into the shelter on 12/18/20 as a stray...." Learn more
Gunner
Name: Gunner
Species: Dog
Location: Chicago Animal Care And Control, 2741 S. Western Ave., Chicago, IL
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Male, Pit Bull Terrier
Description: "Gunner A223450 Gunner is a 1 year old neutered male who came into the shelter on 12/20/20 as an owner..." Learn more
Dwayne
Name: Dwayne
Species: Dog
Location: Chicago Animal Care And Control, 2741 S. Western Ave., Chicago, IL
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Large, Male, Pit Bull Terrier
Description: "Dwayne AA223571 Dwayne is a 6 year old neutered male who came into the shelter on 12/26/20 as a stray...." Learn more
Poindexter
Name: Poindexter
Species: Dog
Location: Chicago Animal Care And Control, 2741 S. Western Ave., Chicago, IL
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Male, Pit Bull Terrier
Description: "Poindexter A223603 Poindexter is a 2 year old neutered male who came into the shelter on 12/28/20 as an owner..." Learn more
King
Name: King
Species: Dog
Location: Chicago Animal Care And Control, 2741 S. Western Ave., Chicago, IL
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Senior, Large, Male, Pit Bull Terrier
Description: "King A223428 King is an 8 year old neutered male who came into the shelter on 12/18/20 as an owner..." Learn more
Canary
Name: Canary
Species: Dog
Location: Chicago Animal Care And Control, 2741 S. Western Ave., Chicago, IL
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, Pit Bull Terrier
Description: "Canary A223553 Canary is a 3 year old spayed female who came into the shelter on 12/25/20 as a stray...." Learn more
Lorenzo
Name: Lorenzo
Species: Dog
Location: Chicago Animal Care And Control, 2741 S. Western Ave., Chicago, IL
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Large, Male, Pit Bull Terrier
Description: "Lorenzo A223076 Lorenzo is a 2 year old neutered male who came into the shelter on 12/3/20 as a stray...." Learn more
Pepper & Leia
Name: Pepper & Leia
Species: Cat
Location: Hyde Park Cats, hydeparkcatsadoptions@gmail.com ., Chicago, IL
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair
Good With: Cats
Description: "1-year-old Pepper is an absolute sweetheart. She is bonded with Leia (see her listing), so they need a home together!..." Learn more
Maisey Gray & Finlay
Name: Maisey Gray & Finlay
Species: Cat
Location: Hyde Park Cats, hydeparkcatsadoptions@gmail.com ., Chicago, IL
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair
Good With: Cats
Description: "Maisey Gray and Finley are a mother/daughter bonded pair.2-year old Maisey Gray is the sweetest cat. She is shy..." Learn more
Tiger He
Name: Tiger He
Species: Cat
Location: Hyde Park Cats, hydeparkcatsadoptions@gmail.com ., Chicago, IL
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair
Good With: Kids
Description: "Adoptable Tiger He is a 3-year-old sweetie. She is well behaved, tidy, and patient. She gets along with babies and..." Learn more
Lyceus
Name: Lyceus
Species: Cat
Location: Hyde Park Cats, hydeparkcatsadoptions@gmail.com ., Chicago, IL
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Male, Domestic Long Hair
Description: "Lyceus is a beautiful medium-to-long-haired cat who is approximately 4 and half years old. He is shy but very sweet...." Learn more
Oren
Name: Oren
Species: Cat
Location: Hyde Park Cats, hydeparkcatsadoptions@gmail.com ., Chicago, IL
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair
Description: "Newly adoptable 2-year-old Oren is a very shy cat who has come a long way. Now he needs a home..." Learn more
Kona & Talia
Name: Kona & Talia
Species: Cat
Location: Hyde Park Cats, hydeparkcatsadoptions@gmail.com ., Chicago, IL
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair
Good With: Cats
Description: "Kona and Talia are a 5-month-old bonded kitten pair. We require kittens to be adopted with another kitten or a..." Learn more
Myr
Name: Myr
Species: Cat
Location: Hyde Park Cats, hydeparkcatsadoptions@gmail.com ., Chicago, IL
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair
Description: "Myr’s an incredibly friendly and energetic kitten with a ton of love to give. His favorite past times include begging..." Learn more
Grandpa
Name: Grandpa
Species: Cat
Location: Hyde Park Cats, hydeparkcatsadoptions@gmail.com ., Chicago, IL
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair
Description: "Affectionate, easygoing, and curious, 6-year-old Grandpa loves watching birds at the birdfeeder and taking afternoon naps in a sunbeam. He..." Learn more
Max
Name: Max
Species: Cat
Location: Hyde Park Cats, hydeparkcatsadoptions@gmail.com ., Chicago, IL
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair
Description: "8-month-old Max is a confident cat. He warmed up to his fosterers upon arrival.Vocal and spunky, Max greets them..." Learn more
Leia & Pepper
Name: Leia & Pepper
Species: Cat
Location: Hyde Park Cats, hydeparkcatsadoptions@gmail.com ., Chicago, IL
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair
Good With: Cats
Description: "Leia lives up to her name sake as a strong cat with a fighting spirit. Leia and Pepper (see his..." Learn more
Titus & Elmi
Name: Titus & Elmi
Species: Cat
Location: Hyde Park Cats, hydeparkcatsadoptions@gmail.com ., Chicago, IL
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair
Good With: Cats
Description: "Titus and Elmi are a loving pair of kitten brothers who adore cuddles and mischief. They are looking for a..." Learn more
Torrey
Name: Torrey
Species: Cat
Location: Hyde Park Cats, hydeparkcatsadoptions@gmail.com ., Chicago, IL
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair
Description: "10-month-old Torrey is naturally warm and social. He can also be stoic and quiet. Typically every evening he becomes extra..." Learn more
Hemingway Z
Name: Hemingway Z
Species: Cat
Location: Hyde Park Cats, hydeparkcatsadoptions@gmail.com ., Chicago, IL
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair
Good With: Cats
Description: "New intake Hemingway Z appeared as a stray outside his foster’s parents’ front door one cold winter morning. He was..." Learn more
Biscuit
Name: Biscuit
Species: Dog
Location: Starfish Animal Rescue, Tinley park, IL
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Male, Terrier
Good With: Dogs
Description: "Meet Biscuit, an approximate 8 week old Terrier Mix. Biscuit did not have the best start to his young life,..." Learn more
Benji
Name: Benji
Species: Cat
Location: Catnap From The Heart Inc, 1101 Beach Avenue, LaGrange Park, IL
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Senior, Medium, Male, Bengal
Description: "PLEASE NOTE: Benji is special needs due to issues he has with the litter box. He sometimes has urinary accidents..." Learn more
Texas
Name: Texas
Species: Cat
Location: Catnap From The Heart Inc, 1101 Beach Avenue, LaGrange Park, IL
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Small, Female, Domestic Short Hair
Description: "Have you seen a kitty ‘making biscuits’ before? Well this lovely gal could run a bakery with her kneading skills!!..." Learn more
Karla
Name: Karla
Species: Cat
Location: Catnap From The Heart Inc, 1101 Beach Avenue, LaGrange Park, IL
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair
Good With: Cats
Description: "Meet Karla, a fun fully vetted 2 year old gal looking for her forever home!! She is very sweet and..." Learn more
Georgia and Salem
Name: Georgia and Salem
Species: Cat
Location: Catnap From The Heart Inc, 1101 Beach Avenue, LaGrange Park, IL
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Female, Domestic Short Hair
Good With: Cats
Description: "Adopting this bonded pair is like getting the best of both worlds in cat universe. Salem (black) is super affectionate,..." Learn more
Molly and Missy
Name: Molly and Missy
Species: Cat
Location: Catnap From The Heart Inc, 1101 Beach Avenue, LaGrange Park, IL
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Female, Domestic Short Hair
Good With: Kids and cats
Description: "Sweet sisters Missy and Molly are looking for a forever home! These 4 month old girls are very friendly and..." Learn more
Archer
Name: Archer
Species: Dog
Location: Lead Rescue Nfp, Chicago, IL
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Extra Large, Male, Great Pyrenees Golden Retriever Mix
Good With: Kids and dogs
Description: "APPLY ON OUR ADOPTION APPLICATION AT LEADRESCUE.ORG. WE DO NOT ADOPT OUT OF STATE. WE ONLY ADOPT WITHIN ILLINOIS AND..." Learn more
Ranger
Name: Ranger
Species: Dog
Location: Hinsdale Humane Society, 21 Salt Creek Lane, Hinsdale, IL
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Male, Anatolian Shepherd
Description: "Please go to hinsdalehumanesociety.org for more information. Thank you!" Learn more
Dakota
Name: Dakota
Species: Dog
Location: Hinsdale Humane Society, 21 Salt Creek Lane, Hinsdale, IL
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Male, Husky
Description: "Please go to hinsdalehumanesociety.org for more information. Thank you!" Learn more
Baxter
Name: Baxter
Species: Cat
Location: Hinsdale Humane Society, 21 Salt Creek Lane, Hinsdale, IL
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair
Description: "Please go to hinsdalehumanesociety.org for more information. Thank you!" Learn more
Una
Name: Una
Species: Dog
Location: Hinsdale Humane Society, 21 Salt Creek Lane, Hinsdale, IL
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, Mixed Breed
Description: "Please go to hinsdalehumanesociety.org for more information. Thank you!" Learn more
Walt
Name: Walt
Species: Cat
Location: Hinsdale Humane Society, 21 Salt Creek Lane, Hinsdale, IL
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair
Good With: Kids
Description: "Please go to hinsdalehumanesociety.org for more information. Thank you!" Learn more
'Scuzzi
Name: 'Scuzzi
Species: Dog
Location: Hinsdale Humane Society, 21 Salt Creek Lane, Hinsdale, IL
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Male, Pit Bull Terrier
Description: "Please go to hinsdalehumanesociety.org for more information. Thank you!" Learn more
Alyah
Name: Alyah
Species: Dog
Location: Hinsdale Humane Society, 21 Salt Creek Lane, Hinsdale, IL
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, Mixed Breed
Description: "Bonded with Khloe. Please go to hinsdalehumanesociety.org for more inforation. Thank you!" Learn more
Khloe
Name: Khloe
Species: Dog
Location: Hinsdale Humane Society, 21 Salt Creek Lane, Hinsdale, IL
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, Mixed Breed
Description: "Bonded with Alyah. Please go to hinsdalehumanesociety.org for more information. Thank you!" Learn more
Amber
Name: Amber
Species: Cat
Location: Hinsdale Humane Society, 21 Salt Creek Lane, Hinsdale, IL
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair
Good With: Kids
Description: "Please go to hinsdalehumanesociety.org for more information. Thank you!" Learn more
Archie
Name: Archie
Species: Dog
Location: Hinsdale Humane Society, 21 Salt Creek Lane, Hinsdale, IL
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Male, Mixed Breed
Description: "Please go to hinsdalehumanesociety.org for more information. Thank you!" Learn more
Vixen
Name: Vixen
Species: Cat
Location: Cat Care And Rescue Inc, Chicago, IL
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair
Good With: Kids, dogs and cats
Description: "Vixen is a beautiful young silky smooth black 1 year old. She was recently rescued with her 5 kitten's who..." Learn more
Pauli
Name: Pauli
Species: Cat
Location: Cat Care And Rescue Inc, Chicago, IL
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, Tabby Domestic Short Hair Mix
Good With: Kids, dogs and cats
Description: "Sweet female patch tabby, 1 year old. This girl is such a cutie. She was recently rescued from a friendly..." Learn more
Peter
Name: Peter
Species: Cat
Location: Cat Care And Rescue Inc, Chicago, IL
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Large, Male, Tabby Domestic Medium Hair Mix
Good With: Kids, dogs and cats
Description: "This big sweet 1 year old teddy bear Peter, was recently rescued from a friendly feeding colony and is so..." Learn more
Cubby
Name: Cubby
Species: Cat
Location: P Dot Aw Dot S Peoples Animal Welfare Society, 8301 West 191st Street, Tinley Park, IL
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Senior, Large, Male, Domestic Short Hair
Description: "*We are closed to the public for viewing. Please email adoptions@pawstinleypark.org if you are interested in adopting.If you are..." Learn more
Wriggs
Name: Wriggs
Species: Cat
Location: P Dot Aw Dot S Peoples Animal Welfare Society, 8301 West 191st Street, Tinley Park, IL
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Senior, Large, Male, Domestic Short Hair Tabby Mix
Description: "*We are closed to the public for viewing. Please email adoptions@pawstinleypark.org if you are interested in adopting.If you are..." Learn more
Oreo
Name: Oreo
Species: Cat
Location: Friends Of Chicago Animal Care And Control, PO Box 4414, Chicago, IL
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair
Good With: Kids, dogs and cats
Description: "Oreo is a super sweet 3 year old male tuxedo cat. He's truly the ultimate sweetheart and prefers to spend..." Learn more
Cinnamon and Toast
Name: Cinnamon and Toast
Species: Cat
Location: Feline Friends Chicago, Chicago, IL
Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Female, Calico Tabby Mix
Good With: Kids, dogs and cats
Description: "Just like the cereal, Cinnamon and Toast are sweet as can be! Cinnamon and Toast are sisters and have all..." Learn more
This article originally appeared on the Oak Lawn Patch
