Miss Chestnut - Collie and Shepherd Dog for Adoption in Hillside, Illinois
MISS CHESTNUT
Collie, Shepherd
🇺🇸
Hillside, Illinois
October 11th
female, medium, baby
DESCRIPTION
Miss Chestnut is a darling little "lioness" with her golden locks of poof making a gorgeous mane!
She is approximately 8 weeks old and weighs between 11-13lbs. She is enjoying play time with the foster's resident dogs and like chew toys too!
She is getting settled into her foster home, so please check back soon for updates!
We recommend training for all our dogs!
**Breed or size (once fully grown) is a 'best guess' and is not guaranteed since they arrived into rescue without either parent.
**Magnificent Mutts is an all foster home based rescue and meets are held by appointment with the entire family in attendance. Please ensure your current pets are up to date with vetting, have landlord/HOA approval and are prepared to take your new family member home at the adoption appointment. Thank you for your interest!
If you are interested in adoption, please complete the "Application to Adopt" which can be accessed from this link: (
www.magnificentmutts.org ) No phone calls please, emails only.
Adoption donations range between $400-$450 (cash only), unless otherwise noted.
Prices are subject to change, please contact for specific adoption donation.
Please visit www.magnificentmutts.org for the online dog application.
ABOUT: COLLIE DOG BREED
The Collie is a graceful and intelligent dog known for their loyalty, gentle nature, and exceptional herding abilities. They come in two coat varieties, rough and smooth, with colors ranging from sable and white to blue merle. Collies excel in obedience training and thrive on mental stimulation and physical activity. Their keen intuition and strong bond with their owners make them wonderful family pets and reliable working dogs in tasks such as herding livestock or in search and rescue missions.
The shepherd dog breed encompasses a versatile group known for their intelligence, loyalty, and strong work ethic. With a heritage deeply rooted in herding and protecting livestock, shepherds excel at various tasks ranging from obedience and agility competitions to search and rescue missions. Their protective nature makes them excellent family pets, offering unwavering devotion and a natural instinct to watch over and care for their loved ones. In addition to their remarkable abilities, shepherds are often characterized by their distinctive appearance, including a sturdy build, alert expression, and a signature double coat that provides insulation and protection in various climates.
