Adopt a Australian Shepherd in Illinois

Australian Shepherds are smart, work-oriented, and exuberant herding dogs. They end up in rescue when families can't provide enough physical and mental exercise. An adopted Aussie will thrive with an active owner who gives them a job to do.

Illinois has a large rescue dog community, with Chicago and the surrounding suburbs home to dozens of active rescues and shelters. Downstate organizations in Springfield, Peoria, and Champaign also serve large populations. A rescued Illinois dog typically comes from an active, well-connected organization.