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 Hailey

The very first word that comes to mind when describing Hailey is stunning.

Her markings are absolutely unbelievable — so striking that when we had a professional photographer come to the property to photograph the puppies, Haley genuinely looked almost unreal in every photo. She has this breathtaking, unique beauty that immediately captures your attention, but what makes her truly unforgettable is the softness and sweetness behind it.

Hailey is gentle, loving, affectionate, and incredibly connected to the people and dogs around her. She has such a calm, soft energy and absolutely adores her brother Manny. Watching the two of them together is incredibly special — they have such a natural comfort and tenderness with one another.

Like her sister Jane, Hailey has a beautifully balanced temperament. She is social without being overwhelming, affectionate without being demanding, and naturally intuitive with the energy around her. She settles easily into different environments and has the kind of personality that makes people instantly fall in love with her.

At Upshot Dog Rescue, we work very intentionally with puppies like Hailey. We focus on structure, routine, socialization, confidence-building, and allowing each puppy’s true personality to naturally unfold so we can help place them in the homes where they will thrive the most.

And Hailey continues to blossom more every single day.

She loves other dogs, enjoys human connection, and carries herself with such a beautiful combination of softness and quiet confidence. She would thrive in a home with other dogs, with children, or even as an only dog soaking up all the love and attention for herself. She adapts beautifully and has the kind of gentle, loving temperament that makes her an incredibly special companion.

Hailey is truly one of those dogs whose beauty goes far beyond appearance. She is soft-hearted, deeply loving, and going to make an incredibly special addition to the lucky family who gets to call her their own.

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...