Mixed Breed Dogs Available for Adoption in Lacon, Illinois

When dogs arrive off of transport and are immediately content and jolly, one has to ask, “How did this one end up in the shelter system?” Meet Samuel. He is just under a year old (DOB 5/8/25) and weighs 71 pounds. Not sure of his breed, but he has black and white coloring with wispy feathering on his ears. He is smart and made immediate connections with volunteers on Thursday night. Although too soon to put into play groups, he is cordial to the shelter dogs on the other side of the fence. We wanted to get his info out there right away in the event that he could potentially find his adopter this weekend. The photo was snapped in the evening, but he is even more handsome in person. A true gem and a rare find.

The ARK
477 State Route 26
Lacon, IL
309-246-4275

https://thearkanimalshelter.org

Adoption Hours
Mon-Wed, Fri 12-2
Sat 11-3
Thurs 5-8 p.m.

Cats and dogs are spayed/neutered, microchipped, and current on vaccines before they leave The ARK.

Adoption Application
https://thearkanimalshelter.org/adopt/adoption-application/
*or fill out a hard copy during adoption hours

*Must be 21-years-old to adopt.

The ARK does vet checks. To speed up the adoption process during open viewing hours, we encourage adopters to bring along copies of their vet records, which would include proof of spay-neuters, up-to-date on vaccines, and proof of heartworm testing and prevention for dogs.

*We are a volunteer-based rescue. We do not have the resources to view and respond to all questions pertaining to specific animals on Facebook. Please call during adoption hours if you have specific questions about specific animals.

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.