Adopt a Mountain Cur in Illinois

Mountain Curs are tough, agile, and intelligent Southern working dogs originally bred for hunting and farm work. They appear in shelters across Appalachia and the South. A rescued Mountain Cur is a smart, loyal companion for an active home.

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.