Izzy - Cattle Dog and Mixed Breed Dog for Adoption in Palatine, Illinois

STOP SCROLLING — Izzy is looking for her forever family!

She may greet you with quite a bit of excitement but give her a little time to settle down... and you’ll have a sweet, loving girl by your side.

Meet Izzy! This almost 8-year-old girl is affectionate, smart, and an absolute gem in the home. She’s house-trained, non-destructive, crates well, eager to learn and please, and knows how to relax. No counter surfing, no table begging, no household destruction—just a really good girl who loves being near her people.

When Izzy meets someone new, she can get very excited! But here’s the secret to Izzy: give her a little time, introduce her slowly, have some snacks in your pocket, and let her get comfortable. Once she realizes you’re someone she can trust, she settles down—usually within about 15 minutes—and her sweet personality shines through!

A little positive praise, plenty of yummy treats, and patience go a long way with this girl. She doesn’t need someone to change her; she needs someone willing to help her learn how to manage those big feelings.

Once you’re her person, Izzy LOVES being close and soaking up affection. She’d love to be your one-and-only pet and would do best in a calm home without young children.
She enjoys leisurely walks and sniffing adventures more than playing fetch, and she’s perfectly happy to come home afterward and relax with her favorite human.

Izzy is proof that sometimes the best things in life take a little patience. Give her a few minutes, a few treats, and a little trust—and you’ll discover a wonderful dog who has SO much love to give.

She’s ready for her person.? She’s ready for her forever.? She’s ready to come home.

Interested in adopting this dog?
Visit our website (http://www.SecondCityCanineRescue.org) to fill out an application and to find out where this dog may be shown this weekend.

We love our dogs. We want happy lives for all of them and are looking for the home that provides the best fit for each dogs individual needs. Please understand that there may be multiple families interested in this dog.

Also, please know that the breed mix listed is simply a guess. In most cases, we dont know their background. We encourage you to base your decision on individual personality and pet qualities instead of relying on our guess.

Please understand, we only adopt our animals out near the Chicagoland area. Questions? Email us at adoptions@sccrescue.org. Hope to see you become part of the SCCR family!

The Cattle Dog is a diligent and robust herding breed known for its agility, intelligence, and hardworking nature. Originating in Australia, Cattle Dogs are highly energetic and require ample exercise and mental stimulation. With their remarkable problem solving skills and unwavering loyalty, they excel in various canine activities and make excellent companions for active owners. Their distinctive blue or red coat, sturdy build, and alert expression reflect their heritage as versatile working dogs.

The mixed breed dogs, often referred to as mutts, are a diverse and unique group with a blend of different characteristics from various purebred dog breeds. These dogs come from a mixture of lineages, resulting in a wide range of sizes, coat types, and temperaments. While each mixed breed dog is distinct in its own right, they are known for their resilience, adaptability, and often have fewer health issues compared to purebred dogs due to their genetic diversity. Mixed breed dogs make wonderful companions for families looking for a loyal and one-of-a-kind pet.

Second City Canine Rescue’s mission is to rescue homeless animals and responsibly place them into permanent, loving homes. We believe...