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Wish Upon a Rescue Animal rescue in Joliet, IL

Wish Upon a Rescue is a non-profit Illinois based animal rescue focused on saving the lives of homeless animals while providing the community with extensive education, outreach, and support. We believe in going above and beyond the status quo of rescue and are committed to providing innovative care and support for our animals physical and emotional health. We believe that all animals deserve a second chance at life regardless of breed, age, or physical ability.

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Joliet, IL 60432
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Adoptable pets at Wish Upon a Rescue

We'll also keep you updated on Apollo's adoption status with email updates.
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Apollo

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Kitten
Joliet, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Salem's adoption status with email updates.
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Salem

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Kitten
Joliet, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Coco-Cola's adoption status with email updates.
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Coco-Cola

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Adult
Joliet, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Theo's adoption status with email updates.
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Theo

Pomeranian

Male, Adult
Joliet, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Mister Sir Gentleman lll's adoption status with email updates.
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Mister Sir Gentleman lll

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Kitten
Joliet, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Marcia's adoption status with email updates.
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Marcia

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Kitten
Joliet, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Aces's adoption status with email updates.
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Aces

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Kitten
Joliet, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Queenie's adoption status with email updates.
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Queenie

American Pit Bull Terrier/American Staffordshire Terrier

Female, Adult
Joliet, IL

Rescue FAQs

Chicagoland area and Suburbs which include (but not limited to) Cook, Will, Dupage, Kane, and Kendall Counties

  • 1. Submit Application
  • 2. Interview
  • 3. Meet the Pet
  • 4. Home Check
  • 5. Sign Adoption Contract
  • 6. Take the Pet Home

Additional adoption info

Adoption Requirements
• Primary adopter must be at least 21 years old
• Must have a government issued ID
• All household members need to be in agreement with the adoption
• Have the time and resources required to properly care for your new pet
• Fill out application and complete an interview with an Adoption Counselor
• Make WISH personnel aware that the animal will be a gift
• If required for the specific animal, allow a home for introduction to the home, all family members, and any furry friends living in your residence
• Disclose to WISH if other animals in household are not spayed or neutered
• Live within an hour drive of our foster homes

Adoption Fees

Fees:
• Puppies under 1 year $400
• Dogs over 1 year old $300
• Senior dogs $100
• Special needs--Variable


Fees:
• Kittens under 8 months of age $150 each or $250 for pair
• Cats over 8 months $100
• Cats 8 years and up $50
• Special needs--Variable

We have legally approved contracts for both dogs and cats.

Pets at shelters & rescues near Wish Upon a Rescue

Pawsitive Impact Pet Rescue

309 Republic Ave,
Joliet, IL 60435

FURRever Friends Animal Rescue - Midwest Region

4305 Weber Drive,
Rolling Meadows, IL 60008

We'll also keep you updated on Mancala HP*'s adoption status with email updates.
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Mancala HP*

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 4 mos
Rosemont, IL
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Apple

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 3 mos
Shorewood, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Dallas's adoption status with email updates.
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Dallas

American Pit Bull Terrier

Female, 1 yr
Elgin, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Stanley's adoption status with email updates.
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Stanley

American Pit Bull Terrier/Shepherd (Unknown Type)

Male, 1 yr 7 mos
Naperville, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Hank's adoption status with email updates.
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Hank

Hound (Unknown Type)

Male, 7 yrs
Palos Heights, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Cicero's adoption status with email updates.
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Cicero

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Adult
Huntley, IL

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