CITIZEN CANINE RESCUE
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A foster-based rescue giving senior dogs the love they deserve.

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Adopt

Interested in becoming an adoptive parent of a senior Citizen Canine? We look for people who are fundamentally devoted to animals; and, who have
a unique love for and commitment to senior dogs,  in particular. We look for individuals who will leave us assured and satisfied that their new dog will be loved!
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Foster

Interested in becoming a foster parent/family to a senior Citizen Canine? We look for people with an abundance of good will, heart, and devotion. We also want our fosters to love and care for their senior Citizen Canines until another equally kind-hearted person comes along to offer our dogs a permanent home. 
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Volunteer

Do you have a helping spirit? Are you the first to lend a hand? If so, maybe you belong with the Citizen Canine Rescue Volunteer Family. Volunteers are vital to our functioning and success. We consider them "canine soldiers" for their fierce protection of our dogs. They contribute to all facets of Citizen Canine Rescue's work.​
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Donate

​​Your donation makes it possible for us to rescue wonderful senior dogs and find them happily-ever-after homes. Because of your donations, we are able to contribute more to the health and happiness of both dogs and the humans that embrace them. ​Thank you!


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Adoption Fees
$200 Price for a single senior Citizen Canine
$175 Price for bonded pairs of senior Citizen Canines
$75   Price for persons 65+ yrs, veterans, & people with disabilities for a single senior Citizen Canine
$50   Price for people 65+ yrs, veterans, & people with disabilities for
a bonded pair of senior Citizen Canines   
What's our process?
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Submission of Application

The process begins with your submission of an application. 
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Review of Application

Your application is then reviewed by our staff within 48 hours.
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Phone/Video
​Interview

Following this review, we will schedule a video meeting with you.
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Home
​Visit

Based on the success of this meeting, we will help you find the senior dog that is the best fit for you and for our senior dog. 
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Finalization
of the Adoption

In this stage, paperwork is completed and you become the owner of a senior Citizen Canine. 
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R E S C U E

From where do we rescue our senior dogs? 

It all begins with the rescue. Citizen Canine Senior Dog Rescue dogs come to us through a variety of channels. Some dogs come to us through other rescue organizations with which we partner. In shelter placements, older dogs are less likely than younger dogs to be adopted. Sometimes, the shelter may become a long-term situation or, depending on the shelter, the dogs' length of stay might ‘expire’ and they may ultimately be euthanized. In other cases, senior dogs are surrendered by their owners who can no longer care for them, for example, because they’re moving. A dog may also be found as a stray. These are only a few of the many ways that senior dogs come to our attention. 

P L A C E M E N T

Where do the dogs go once we rescue them? 

We are not a shelter in the sense that there is a central location that houses dogs. Instead, our dogs come home with us. ‘Us’ is foster parent/families or Citizen Canine Rescue staff. Foster parents/families are vetted by Citizen Canine Rescue. They are animal lovers with huge hearts and an uncommon devotion to protecting and caring for animals. Our dogs stay with their foster parent/family or staff while we find them them a happily-ever-after home. An adoptive parent/family is vetted vigorously to ensure that all senior Citizen Canines that pass through our doors are cherished and safe. 

P R O T E C T I O N

Why do we only
​rescue senior dogs?

​In the dog rescue world, the odds are stacked against older dogs.  Research shows that age is the single most important factor that determines whether a dog gets adopted. Usually, puppies win and seniors lose. Yes, puppies are cute and cuddly. But they also nip, potty on your rug, chew your shoes… Senior dogs have ‘been there and done that.’ Now, they just want to love and lounge. Everyday, Citizen Canine Rescue staff experience the joy and reward in caring for senior dogs. We are nurtured as much as the dogs we nurture. Hence, our mission:  To enhance the quality of life for senior dogs and enrich the life of the people who embrace them.
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Adopt

Interested in becoming an adoptive parent/family of a senior Citizen Canine? We look for people who are uncommonly devoted to animals and who have a unique love for, and commitment to, dogs, in particular, senior dogs. The adoptive parent/family is vetted vigorously for their commitment to becoming a senior dog owner, undertaking all related responsibilities, and in general, providing a warm, loving, and safe home environment for their new pet. Because our senior Citizen Canines go directly from their foster home to their new home, we generally have limited information about their personality, potty training, comfort level being left alone, physical activity needs, etc. While we make every effort to make the best adoption match possible based on what we do know, nothing is guaranteed. So, we ask for your patience with your new dog.
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Foster

Interested in becoming a Foster parent/family for Citizen Canine Rescue? We look for people with an abundance of good will, heart, commitment, and devotion to animals. If this includes a love for senior dogs in particular, all the better! Citizen Canine Rescue must know that their senior dogs will be loved and kept safe with these individuals until another person or family that is just as kind-hearted comes along to offer them a permanent home. 
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Your donation saves lives!

Your donation makes it possible to rescue wonderful senior
dogs and find them happily-ever-after homes. Because of you, many
more dogs and humans will have healthier and happier lives. Thank you!
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Volunteer

Interested in joining the Citizen Canine Rescue family? Volunteers are vital to the functioning and success of Citizen Canine Rescue. We consider them "canine soldiers" for their fierce commitment to loving and protecting our senior Citizen Canines. Whether it's walking a dog or dog-sitting for a busy foster family or doing paper work or even helping us shape Citizen Canine Rescue programs, such as a Seniors Heart Seniors or Cuddles and Kids, Citizen Canine Volunteers make a difference for Citizen Canine Rescue. 
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CITIZEN CANINE SENIOR DOG RESCUE IS A 501(c)(3) NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION.
TAX ID: 85-1706320

CITIZEN CANINE SENIOR DOG RESCUE
LA GRANGE PARK, IL 
PHONE: 312-919-6038
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  • Home
  • About US
  • How To
    • Adopt
    • Foster
    • Volunteer
    • Surrender
    • Donate
  • Contact
  • Available Senior Citizen Canines
  • ...And They Lived Happily-Ever-After
  • Rescue Partners Dogs
  • Hospice Seniors
  • Friends of Citizen Canine
  • Tote Bag
  • 2023 Calendar