Melissa - Mixed Breed Dog for Adoption in Wheeling, Illinois

Melissa 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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...sweet Melissa...

Unlike the Melissa in the famous Allman Brothers song, our Melissa isn't searching for a place to belong anymore-she's hoping her family is reading this right now!

Melissa comes to us all the way from Alabama, and she is just the most adorable pup. Back in Alabama, she was in a foster home with other dogs, cats, and even rabbits, and she liked them all! Her foster mom told us, "I never let my foster dogs with my two rescue rabbits but Melissa is awesome with everything!"

She is all things you want in a puppy of this age: she is sweet, squishy (sooo much extra skin!), wiggly, and completely smitten with people. She's got enough puppy charm to convince you that one more cuddle is always a good idea. This girl loves to cuddle!

Melissa is still growing up and learning about the world, but she approaches life with the kind of optimism that only a puppy can. New friends? Wonderful. Belly rubs? Even better. Snacks? Life-changing.

The song's Melissa was described as "a gypsy lady," always moving from place to place. Our Melissa has done enough traveling already. What she's really looking for now is a home where she can put down roots, grow up loved, and spend her days perfecting her skills in napping, snuggling, and being ridiculously adorable.

If you're looking for a puppy who is equal parts sugar, squish, and sunshine, Melissa might just be your melody.

Melissa's adoption fee is $300. This animal 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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