Dogs are Deserving

Crete, Illinois 60417
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Pets available for adoption

Callum
Callum

Pit Bull Terrier / Mixed (short coat)
3 Years 7 Months • Male

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Doula
Doula

American Staffordshire Terrier / Mixed (short coat)
7 Years 7 Months • Female

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Puppy
Puppy

Staffordshire Bull Terrier / Mixed
8 Years 7 Months • Male

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Gramps
Gramps

Pit Bull Terrier / Mixed (short coat)
12 Years 4 Months • Male

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Skeeter
Skeeter

Beagle (short coat)
7 Years 7 Months • Male

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Blue
Blue

Beagle (short coat)
7 Years 7 Months • Male

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Reese
Reese

Pit Bull Terrier / Mixed (short coat)
12 Years 6 Months • Male

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Raphael
Raphael

Pit Bull Terrier / Mixed (short coat)
8 Years 7 Months • Male

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Betty Boop
Betty Boop

Pit Bull Terrier / Mixed (short coat)
10 Years 5 Months • Female

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About this shelter

Dogs are Deserving in Crete, IL

Our mission is to rescue dogs and place them in loving homes. We aim to ensure that our dogs serve as ambassadors for their breed, helping to change misconceptions held by those who are uninformed. Additionally, we are committed to advocating against breed-specific legislation.

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Adopting from Dogs are Deserving

Adoption process

Our adoption process includes screening forms, overnight stays, and home visits. We charge a standard adoption fee that varies based on the age of the dog.

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Chicagoland and Northwest Indiana.

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