Mixed Breed Dogs Available for Adoption in Mettawa, Illinois

Available for foster or adoption

Whether you choose to foster or adopt, Upshot Dog Rescue provides transport, supplies, guidance, and ongoing support every step of the way — you are never doing this alone.

If interested, please go to
UpshotDogRescue.org
to fill out an application. We will contact you the same day!

Learn more about our rescue and follow these amazing dogs’ journeys on our social channels:
Instagram: @upshotdogrescuepr
Facebook: Charlaine Raynor

Meet Doris

Doris is the tiniest and most sensitive soul of her little family.

When this litter of 5 was rescued, Doris was definitely the most shy and unsure of the world around her. As the smallest puppy of the group, she naturally hung back to carefully observe everything before deciding if she felt safe enough to join in. She watched her siblings, watched the other dogs, and quietly took in the world around her.

What makes Doris so special is that underneath that cautious little exterior is an incredibly silly, playful, and joyful puppy who simply needed the opportunity to build confidence at her own pace.

At Upshot Dog Rescue, we work very intentionally with puppies like Doris. Instead of overwhelming her or forcing interactions before she feels ready, we focus on structure, routine, calm leadership, confidence-building, and creating situations where she can succeed and feel safe.

And now? Watching Doris blossom has been one of the absolute most rewarding transformations.

Every single day Doris becomes more playful, more expressive, and more confident. Once she feels comfortable, she gets everybody running around in zoomies and happily joins in the fun with the other dogs. She absolutely loves being around dogs and gains so much confidence from observing and learning from them. One of our favorite things is that whenever she gets excited, one little ear shoots straight out to the side.

Doris would thrive in a home with another confident, balanced dog who can continue helping guide her while also encouraging her playful and silly side to keep growing. She truly blossoms when she feels supported, understood, and safe enough to simply enjoy being a puppy.

She is going to make an incredibly sweet and deeply rewarding companion for the family willing to continue helping her build confidence with patience, structure, and love

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.

To create an standard of how dogs are cared for and vetted when rescued to include proper quarantine , socialization...