Cherry - Mixed Breed Dog for Adoption in Wheeling, Illinois

Cherry is at our shelter. Please submit an application from our website or just come in to meet her during open hours!

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Cherry comes to us all the way from Kentucky. This poor girl wound up at an animal control in a rural area last December. When she arrived there, she had a condition known as "cherry eye" in both of her eyes. "Cherry eye" looks alarming but is typically not painful; it is when the gland of a dog's third eyelid slips out of place and in severe cases, it stays there, covering much of the dog's eyes. Cherry's previous owners likely did not have the resources to address her eyes. Thankfully the kind volunteers at the shelter pooled their money to get Cherry's eyes fixed, and now she is healed and as happy a girl as ever!

You may also be wondering about the patchy appearance of her coat. This is likely due to untreated demodex mites, which are not contagious and which all pups are born with. Dogs live in harmony with them most of the time, but in dogs with suppressed immune systems (such as from stress!), the mites may gain the upper hand. Thankfully, this condition is easily treated and Cherry is on her way to growing back the most gloriuos brindle coat- we are sure of it!

Despite the adversities she has faced, Cherry remains one of the happiest and most ebullient dogs we have ever met! She is enthusiastic about making new human and dog friends. She is very slight of frame at only 35 lbs, so she is easy to handle on leash, and also incredible to watch run! She seems as light as air as she races around our play yard, and no dogs can catch her! Which must be why she loves to play chase with them so much-- she always wins!

We can't wait to see Cherry get the happy ending she deserves. Please ask about her today.

Cherry's adoption fee is $300. She is spayed up to date on core vaccines, and Heartworm negative.

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.

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