Dogs for Adoption in Belvidere, IL: 20 Dogs Looking for a Home

111 dogs and puppies are waiting for homes at 1 rescue or shelter within 25 miles of Belvidere. Here are the 20 nearest, each with photos, their story and how to reach the rescue looking after them.

Of the dogs up for adoption within 25 miles of Belvidere, 72 puppies, 35 young dogs and 4 adults. The breeds you'll see most are American Staffordshire Terrier, Black Labrador Retriever and German Shepherd, along with plenty of one-of-a-kind mixes.

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1. Milly

Young (2 years) · Female · Cocker Spaniel / Poodle (unknown type) / Mixed (short coat) · 24 mi from Belvidere

Milly, a young female Cocker Spaniel dog up for adoption

I weigh 18 lbs, and I am seeking my forever home!

Adoption Donation $550

All dogs are microchipped, neutered, current on all vaccines, heartworm tested (if age appropriate), and up-to-date on preventatives at the time of adoption.

All household members and any dogs from the household need to be present to be able to adopt. A photo ID will be required at the time of adoption.

2. Nacho

Young (5 years) · Male · Pomeranian (short coat) · 24 mi from Belvidere

Nacho, a young male Pomeranian dog up for adoption

I am bonded with my best friend Bella; we have to be adopted together

I am seeking my forever home!

Adoption Donation $500

All dogs are microchipped, neutered, current on all vaccines, heartworm tested (if age appropriate), and up-to-date on preventatives at the time of adoption.

All household members and any dogs from the household need to be present to be able to adopt. A photo ID will be required at the time of adoption.

3. Bug

Puppy (6 months) · Female · Black Labrador Retriever / Border Collie / Mixed (short coat) · 24 mi from Belvidere

Bug, a female Black Labrador Retriever puppy up for adoption

Born: April 15, 2026

I am looking for my forever home.

Adoption Donation: $600

All dogs are microchipped, neutered, current on all vaccines, heartworm tested (if age appropriate), and up-to-date on preventatives at the time of adoption.

All household members and any dogs from the household need to be present to be able to adopt. A photo ID will be required at the time of adoption.

4. Winifred

Puppy (3 months 28 days) · Female · Boxer / Labrador Retriever / Mixed (short coat) · 24 mi from Belvidere

Winifred, a female Boxer puppy up for adoption

AVAILABLE SOON!

I haven’t arrived at the adoption center just yet - I’m getting ready for adoption! Please fill out an adoption application if you’d like to meet me once I’m available.

Born: July 06, 2026

I am looking for my forever home.

Adoption Donation: $600

All dogs are microchipped, neutered, current on all vaccines, heartworm tested (if age appropriate), and up-to-date on preventatives at the time of adoption.

All household members and any dogs from the household need to be present to be able to adopt. A photo ID will be required at the time of adoption.

5. Sarah

Puppy (3 months 28 days) · Female · Boxer / Labrador Retriever / Mixed (short coat) · 24 mi from Belvidere

Sarah, a female Boxer puppy up for adoption

AVAILABLE SOON!

I haven’t arrived at the adoption center just yet - I’m getting ready for adoption! Please fill out an adoption application if you’d like to meet me once I’m available.

Born: July 06, 2026

I am looking for my forever home.

Adoption Donation: $600

All dogs are microchipped, neutered, current on all vaccines, heartworm tested (if age appropriate), and up-to-date on preventatives at the time of adoption.

All household members and any dogs from the household need to be present to be able to adopt. A photo ID will be required at the time of adoption.

6. Max

Puppy (3 months 28 days) · Male · Boxer / Labrador Retriever / Mixed (short coat) · 24 mi from Belvidere

AVAILABLE SOON!

I haven’t arrived at the adoption center just yet - I’m getting ready for adoption! Please fill out an adoption application if you’d like to meet me once I’m available.

Born: July 06, 2026

I am looking for my forever home.

Adoption Donation: $600

All dogs are microchipped, neutered, current on all vaccines, heartworm tested (if age appropriate), and up-to-date on preventatives at the time of adoption.

All household members and any dogs from the household need to be present to be able to adopt. A photo ID will be required at the time of adoption.

7. Mary

Puppy (3 months 28 days) · Female · Boxer / Labrador Retriever / Mixed (short coat) · 24 mi from Belvidere

Mary, a female Boxer puppy up for adoption

AVAILABLE SOON!

I haven’t arrived at the adoption center just yet - I’m getting ready for adoption! Please fill out an adoption application if you’d like to meet me once I’m available.

Born: July 06, 2026

I am looking for my forever home.

Adoption Donation: $600

All dogs are microchipped, neutered, current on all vaccines, heartworm tested (if age appropriate), and up-to-date on preventatives at the time of adoption.

All household members and any dogs from the household need to be present to be able to adopt. A photo ID will be required at the time of adoption.

8. Binx

Puppy (3 months 28 days) · Male · Boxer / Black Labrador Retriever / Mixed (short coat) · 24 mi from Belvidere

Binx, a male Boxer puppy up for adoption

AVAILABLE SOON!

I haven’t arrived at the adoption center just yet - I’m getting ready for adoption! Please fill out an adoption application if you’d like to meet me once I’m available.

Born: July 06, 2026

I am looking for my forever home.

Adoption Donation: $600

All dogs are microchipped, neutered, current on all vaccines, heartworm tested (if age appropriate), and up-to-date on preventatives at the time of adoption.

All household members and any dogs from the household need to be present to be able to adopt. A photo ID will be required at the time of adoption.

9. Shannon

Puppy (8 months) · Female · Weimaraner / Black Labrador Retriever / Mixed (short coat) · 24 mi from Belvidere

Shannon, a female Weimaraner puppy up for adoption

Born: February 14, 2026

I am looking for my forever home.

Adoption Donation: $500

All dogs are microchipped, neutered, current on all vaccines, heartworm tested (if age appropriate), and up-to-date on preventatives at the time of adoption.

All household members and any dogs from the household need to be present to be able to adopt. A photo ID will be required at the time of adoption.

10. Paulo

Young (2 years 1 month) · Male · Shih Tzu / Corgi / Mixed (medium coat) · 24 mi from Belvidere

Paulo, a young male Shih Tzu dog up for adoption

I weigh 16 lbs, and I am looking for my forever home.

Adoption Donation: $550

All dogs are microchipped, neutered, current on all vaccines, heartworm tested (if age appropriate), and up-to-date on preventatives at the time of adoption.

All household members and any dogs from the household need to be present to be able to adopt. A photo ID will be required at the time of adoption.

11. Ocean

Young (3 years) · Female · Husky (short coat) · 24 mi from Belvidere

Ocean, a young female Husky dog up for adoption

I weigh 39 lbs, and I am looking for my forever home.

Adoption Donation: $500

All dogs are microchipped, neutered, current on all vaccines, heartworm tested (if age appropriate), and up-to-date on preventatives at the time of adoption.

All household members and any dogs from the household need to be present to be able to adopt. A photo ID will be required at the time of adoption.

12. Dallas

Puppy (5 months 9 days) · Male · Australian Shepherd / Collie / Mixed (short coat) · 24 mi from Belvidere

Dallas, a male Australian Shepherd puppy up for adoption

Born: May 25, 2026

I am looking for my forever home.

Adoption Donation: $600

All dogs are microchipped, neutered, current on all vaccines, heartworm tested (if age appropriate), and up-to-date on preventatives at the time of adoption.

All household members and any dogs from the household need to be present to be able to adopt. A photo ID will be required at the time of adoption.

13. Kaffee

Young (2 years 1 month) · Male · Poodle (unknown type) / Schnauzer / Mixed (short coat) · 24 mi from Belvidere

Kaffee, a young male Poodle dog up for adoption

I weigh 17 lbs, and I am looking for my forever home.

Adoption Donation: $550

All dogs are microchipped, neutered, current on all vaccines, heartworm tested (if age appropriate), and up-to-date on preventatives at the time of adoption.

All household members and any dogs from the household need to be present to be able to adopt. A photo ID will be required at the time of adoption.

14. Lupo

Young (2 years 1 month) · Male · Pug / Corgi / Mixed (short coat) · 24 mi from Belvidere

Lupo, a young male Pug dog up for adoption

I weigh 16 lbs, and I am looking for my forever home.

Adoption Donation: $550

All dogs are microchipped, neutered, current on all vaccines, heartworm tested (if age appropriate), and up-to-date on preventatives at the time of adoption.

All household members and any dogs from the household need to be present to be able to adopt. A photo ID will be required at the time of adoption.

15. Molly

Puppy (5 months 2 days) · Female · Whippet / Italian Greyhound / Mixed (short coat) · 24 mi from Belvidere

Molly, a female Whippet puppy up for adoption

Born: June 01, 2026

I am looking for my forever home.

Adoption Donation: $600

All dogs are microchipped, neutered, current on all vaccines, heartworm tested (if age appropriate), and up-to-date on preventatives at the time of adoption.

All household members and any dogs from the household need to be present to be able to adopt. A photo ID will be required at the time of adoption.

16. Jenson

Puppy (5 months 2 days) · Female · Whippet / Italian Greyhound / Mixed (short coat) · 24 mi from Belvidere

Jenson, a female Whippet puppy up for adoption

Born: June 01, 2026

I am looking for my forever home.

Adoption Donation: $600

All dogs are microchipped, neutered, current on all vaccines, heartworm tested (if age appropriate), and up-to-date on preventatives at the time of adoption.

All household members and any dogs from the household need to be present to be able to adopt. A photo ID will be required at the time of adoption.

17. Hugh

Puppy (5 months 2 days) · Male · Whippet / Italian Greyhound / Mixed (short coat) · 24 mi from Belvidere

Hugh, a male Whippet puppy up for adoption

Born: June 01, 2026

I am looking for my forever home.

Adoption Donation: $600

All dogs are microchipped, neutered, current on all vaccines, heartworm tested (if age appropriate), and up-to-date on preventatives at the time of adoption.

All household members and any dogs from the household need to be present to be able to adopt. A photo ID will be required at the time of adoption.

18. Dora

Puppy (5 months 2 days) · Female · Whippet / Italian Greyhound / Mixed (short coat) · 24 mi from Belvidere

Dora, a female Whippet puppy up for adoption

Born: June 01, 2026

I am looking for my forever home.

Adoption Donation: $600

All dogs are microchipped, neutered, current on all vaccines, heartworm tested (if age appropriate), and up-to-date on preventatives at the time of adoption.

All household members and any dogs from the household need to be present to be able to adopt. A photo ID will be required at the time of adoption.

19. Axel

Puppy (8 months) · Female · Black Labrador Retriever / Plott Hound / Mixed (short coat) · 24 mi from Belvidere

Axel, a female Black Labrador Retriever puppy up for adoption

Born: February 20, 2026

I am looking for my forever home.

Adoption Donation: $500

All dogs are microchipped, neutered, current on all vaccines, heartworm tested (if age appropriate), and up-to-date on preventatives at the time of adoption.

All household members and any dogs from the household need to be present to be able to adopt. A photo ID will be required at the time of adoption.

20. Princess

Young (2 years) · Female · German Shepherd Dog / Collie / Mixed (short coat) · 24 mi from Belvidere

Princess, a young female German Shepherd dog up for adoption

I weigh 55 lbs, and I am looking for my forever home.

Adoption Donation: $500

All dogs are microchipped, neutered, current on all vaccines, heartworm tested (if age appropriate), and up-to-date on preventatives at the time of adoption.

All household members and any dogs from the household need to be present to be able to adopt. A photo ID will be required at the time of adoption.

Rescues and shelters near Belvidere

The rescues with the most dogs listed within 25 miles of Belvidere.

Animal House Shelter, Inc.Huntley, IL · 111 dogs · 24 mi from Belvidere
How to adopt from Animal House Shelter, Inc.
Animal House Shelter tries to keep the environment for the animals in our care, as healthy, stress free and comfortable as possible during their stay with us. Therefore, Walk-Through viewing of the dogs is NOT allowed at the shelter, due to the stress it creates. During your visit to the shelter, an adoption counselor will assist you through the adoption process and introduce you to as many dogs as you would like to meet, in order to make the best possible match for you, your family and your new pet. The cats are housed in a large ‘free roam’ cat room. They are able to socialize all day with each other, staff, volunteers and potential adopter. Like people, animals have distinct personalities that make them unique. At Animal House we are proud to say that these animals are treated like our own. We care enough to be certain they go to the right loving, forever home. 1. All adoption donations MUST be in cash, money order, traveler’s check , cashier’s check or by VISA, DISCOVER or MASTERCARD credit card only. NO PERSONAL CHECKS PLEASE. 2. You must be at least 21 years old to adopt. 3. All members of the household must be present, including any other dogs you may currently own, in order to do a final adoption (cats do not have to come to the shelter. We will cat test here because we know how stressful it is on the cats to be transported). 4. Dogs and cats that you currently own must be current on vaccinations and spayed/neutered prior to visiting the shelter or any adoption.

Adopting a dog in Belvidere

Most rescues ask you to fill in an application, meet the dog, and pay an adoption fee that usually covers spaying or neutering, vaccinations and a microchip. Many are foster-based, so you'll often meet your dog in a volunteer's home rather than a shelter.

Puppies go quickly, so if you've fallen for one, contact the rescue soon. Ask how big they're expected to grow, and plan for plenty of house-training and training in the first few months.

Questions about adopting a dog in Belvidere

How many dogs are up for adoption in Belvidere?

As of November 4, 2026, 111 dogs and puppies are listed for adoption within 25 miles of Belvidere, Illinois, by 1 rescue or shelter. The list is updated every day.

Where can I adopt a dog in Belvidere?

The rescues with the most dogs near Belvidere right now are Animal House Shelter, Inc. (Huntley, IL). Each dog above has the rescue's phone number and website.

Are there puppies for adoption in Belvidere?

Yes. 72 puppys are up for adoption within 25 miles of Belvidere.

How do I adopt a dog in Belvidere?

Pick a dog and contact the rescue or shelter looking after them. Most ask you to fill in an application, meet the dog, and pay an adoption fee that usually covers spaying or neutering, vaccinations and a microchip.

Listings are updated daily. Rescues are responsible for their own listings; a dog may have been adopted since this page was updated.

1. Milly

2. Nacho

3. Bug

4. Winifred

5. Sarah

6. Max

7. Mary

8. Binx

9. Shannon

10. Paulo

11. Ocean

12. Dallas

13. Kaffee

14. Lupo

15. Molly

16. Jenson

17. Hugh

18. Dora

19. Axel

20. Princess

Rescues and shelters near Belvidere

Adopting a dog in Belvidere

Questions about adopting a dog in Belvidere

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