The A.R.K. Humane Society

No-Kill Animal Shelter

Take home a shelter dog

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Deciding to bring a pet into your life is a big step, but chances are that your life will be better than ever with the companionship of your new best friend. We adopt out dogs and puppies to loving families, and we have dogs of many ages, breeds and sizes. Scroll down to see just some of the dogs we have who are waiting for their forever homes. Please visit the shelter in person to see all of the dogs who are available.

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Our Dogs

They are waiting for your love
Miller
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  • Terrier, Mixed
  • Spayed/Neutered
  • Housebroken
  • Vaccinations up to date

Miller is an adult chunk, around 50 pounds, with loads of personality. He will sit for a treat, but he... See Miller's Description

Adult, Male, Large

Mac
Mac
  • English Setter, Mixed
  • Spayed/Neutered
  • Vaccinations up to date

Mac is a 3-year-old English Setter mix. The ARK 477 State Route 26 Lacon, IL 61540 309-246-4275 See Mac's Description

Adult, Male, Large

Hattie
Hattie
  • Husky, Mixed
  • Spayed/Neutered
  • Vaccinations up to date

Hattie is a young, 2-yr-old, female husky mix. The ARK 477 State Route 26 Lacon, IL 61540 See Hattie's Description

Young, Female, Medium

Eleanor
Eleanor
  • Beagle, Mixed
  • Spayed/Neutered
  • Vaccinations up to date

Eleanor is one of the Alvin and the chipmunk puppies, and is approximately 4 month old. This Heinz 57, medium-sized... See Eleanor's Description

Baby, Female, Medium

Simon
Simon
  • Beagle, Mixed
  • Spayed/Neutered
  • Vaccinations up to date

Simon is one of the Alvin and the chipmunk puppies, and is approximately 4 month old. This Heinz 57, medium-sized... See Simon's Description

Baby, Female, Medium

Theodore
Theodore
  • Mixed Breed, Mixed
  • Spayed/Neutered
  • Vaccinations up to date

Theodore is one of the Alvin and the chipmunk puppies, and is approximately 4 month old. This Heinz 57, medium-sized... See Theodore's Description

Baby, Male, Medium

Jeanette
Jeanette
  • Mixed Breed, Mixed
  • Spayed/Neutered
  • Vaccinations up to date

Jeanette is one of the Alvin and the chipmunk puppies, and is approximately 4 month old. This Heinz 57, medium-sized... See Jeanette's Description

Baby, Female, Medium

Henna
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  • Beagle, Mixed
  • Spayed/Neutered
  • Vaccinations up to date

Henna is an adorable little puppy that is expected to be approximately 40 pounds when fully grown. Born 12-11-22, Mom,... See Henna's Description

Baby, Female, Medium

Hootie
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  • Beagle, Mixed
  • Spayed/Neutered
  • Vaccinations up to date

Hootie is an adorable little puppy that is expected to be approximately 40 pounds when fully grown. Born 12-11-22, Mom,... See Hootie's Description

Baby, Male, Medium

Hettie
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  • Mixed Breed
  • Spayed/Neutered
  • Vaccinations up to date

Hettie is an adorable little puppy that is expected to be approximately 40 pounds when fully grown. Born 12-11-22, Mom,... See Hettie's Description

Baby, Female, Medium

Isabelle
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  • Neapolitan Mastiff, Black Labrador Retriever, Mixed
  • Spayed/Neutered
  • Housebroken
  • Vaccinations up to date

Isabelle is a sweet 6 month old 60lb puppy. She is a love bug. She will be a very large... See Isabelle 's Description

Young, Female, Large

Alvin
Alvin
  • Beagle, Mixed
  • Spayed/Neutered
  • Vaccinations up to date

Meet the Alvin and the Chipmunk Crew. These approximately 4 month old Heinz 57, medium-sized pups have been pampered in... See Alvin's Description

Baby, Male, Medium

 Hemi (Male)
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  • Beagle, Mixed
  • Spayed/Neutered
  • Vaccinations up to date

Hemi was born in December of 2022 and has been socialized and loved in a foster home. He even learned... See Hemi (Male)'s Description

Baby, Male, Medium

Dory
Dory
  • Beagle, Mixed
  • Spayed/Neutered
  • Vaccinations up to date

Dory is good with other dogs. She is a sweetheart. Adoption Application: https://thearkanimalshelter.org/adoption-application/ Download and complete the application. Email to... See Dory's Description

Young, Female, Medium

princess
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  • Chocolate Labrador Retriever, Mixed
  • Spayed/Neutered
  • Vaccinations up to date

Princess is approximately 1-year-old. She is a. Sweet, chocolate lab. VISITING HOURS: SATURDAY 11-3 Mon-Fri: 12-2 Additional hours on Thurs... See princess's Description

Young, Female, Large

Millie
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  • Terrier
  • Spayed/Neutered
  • Housebroken
  • Vaccinations up to date

Millie is an 8 month old, happy girl. She wants to cuddle with you and also gets along well with... See Millie's Description

Young, Female, Medium

Holly
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  • Mixed Breed, Mixed
  • Spayed/Neutered
  • Vaccinations up to date

Little Holly is assumed to be a little over a year old. Her pups in this post are also available... See Holly's Description

Young, Female, Medium

Haylee
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  • Mixed Breed, Mixed
  • Spayed/Neutered
  • Vaccinations up to date

Haylee is an adorable little puppy that is expected to be approximately 40 pounds when fully grown. Born 12-11-22, Mom,... See Haylee's Description

Baby, Female, Medium

Harmony
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  • Labrador Retriever
  • Spayed/Neutered
  • Housebroken
  • Vaccinations up to date

Harmony can be a bit, well, silly. But he can be forgiven that since he is only about 14-months old.... See Harmony's Description

Young, Male, Large

Finn
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  • Pointer, Mixed
  • Spayed/Neutered
  • Housebroken
  • Vaccinations up to date

Handsome FINN is a terrific young boy. He was adopted as a baby (bonus! we have his baby pic!), but... See Finn's Description

Adult, Male, Large

Jada & Jasmine (Bonded Sisters)
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  • Catahoula Leopard Dog, Mixed
  • Spayed/Neutered
  • Housebroken
  • Vaccinations up to date

Jada & Jasmine are a lovely pair of very bonded sisters, so we are looking for a home where they... See Jada & Jasmine (Bonded Sisters)'s Description

Young, Female, Large

Faith
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  • Pit Bull Terrier, Mixed
  • Spayed/Neutered
  • Vaccinations up to date
  • Prefers home without dogs

Faith is a happy little gal who (as you can see) loves to play a nice game of Tug. She... See Faith's Description

Adult, Female, Medium

Jesse
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  • Cattle Dog, Mixed
  • Spayed/Neutered
  • Vaccinations up to date

Jesse is an active cattle dog and, true to the breed, would love to herd you into the right direction.... See Jesse's Description

Young, Female, Medium

Cash (Aka. Folsom)
Cash (Aka. Folsom)
  • Catahoula Leopard Dog, Mixed
  • Spayed/Neutered
  • Housebroken
  • Vaccinations up to date

Folsom (DOB 12/4/2018) is a male catahoula mix. He has eyes as blue as the ocean and a calm demeanor.... See Cash (Aka. Folsom)'s Description

Adult, Male, Medium

Nevaeh (Stella)
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  • Hound, Mixed
  • Spayed/Neutered
  • Vaccinations up to date
  • Prefers home without small kidsPrefers home without cats

Nevaeh (Stella) is a red, brindle adult hound mix. DOB 5/8/18 This girl has been in the shelter for over... See Nevaeh (Stella)'s Description

Adult, Female, Large

Kami
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  • Mixed Breed, Mixed
  • Spayed/Neutered
  • Vaccinations up to date

Kami (DOB 8/29/19) is just beautiful in appearance and personality. She has a soft personality that makes her a bit... See Kami's Description

Adult, Female, Large

Kimber
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  • Pit Bull Terrier, Mixed
  • Spayed/Neutered
  • Vaccinations up to date

Kimber, the white terrier, and Major, the blue and white terrier are 9 months old. Kimber is 37 pounds while... See Kimber's Description

Young, Female, Medium

Indie
Indie
  • Mixed Breed, Mixed
  • Spayed/Neutered
  • Housebroken
  • Vaccinations up to date
  • Prefers home without dogs

Indie is a 4-year-old, large, mixed breed dog. Her coat doesn’t just look beautiful, is it also so very soft.... See Indie's Description

Adult, Female, Large

Bonded: Romeo (and Juliet)
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  • Terrier, Mixed
  • Spayed/Neutered
  • Housebroken
  • Vaccinations up to date

Sometimes it is incomprehensible when good dogs end up in the shelter. These two were found roaming in their neighborhood... See Bonded: Romeo (and Juliet)'s Description

Adult, Male, Medium

Nash
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  • Pit Bull Terrier, Mixed
  • Spayed/Neutered
  • Housebroken
  • Vaccinations up to date

Nash (DOB 5/25/20) is a sweet little man. He's a red and white Pittie mix with the tiniest little speck... See Nash's Description

Young, Male, Medium

Felix
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  • Mixed Breed, Mixed
  • Spayed/Neutered
  • Housebroken
  • Vaccinations up to date

It is hard to pass by Felix’s kennel without noticing his patient sit and glimmer of hope in his eyes... See Felix's Description

Young, Male, Medium

Drixel (AKA MOOSE)
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  • Black Labrador Retriever, Mixed
  • Spayed/Neutered
  • Housebroken
  • Vaccinations up to date
  • Prefers home without dogsPrefers home without cats

Drixel (aka Moose), approximately three-years-old, is a large lab mix. This big boy is a hunk of a dog who... See Drixel (AKA MOOSE)'s Description

Adult, Male, Large

Adoption Hours

Monday through Friday: 12-2pm

Thursday evening: 5-8pm

Saturday: 11am-3pm

If you would like to adopt a pet, please download an Adoption Application, then return it to us or bring it with you when you visit.

The A.R.K. No Kill Animal Shelter