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We believe there is a special place for all unwanted and discarded German Shorthaired Pointers.
Each one deserves a second chance at finding a forever home.
Illinois Shorthair Rescue is a non-profit breed rescue group based in Northern Illinois. Our mission is to help German Shorthaired Pointers in need; place them in responsible, loving homes, and educate the public about the breed. We save GSPs from animal control facilities, humane societies, and neglect, cruelty, or owner give-up situations. Our rescued dogs get loving care and needed medical attention. They are fostered in private homes and live indoors as family companions while they wait for their forever homes. Learn More About ISR

	FEATURED DOG: harryAdoption Pending
Harry has been patiently waiting for his forever home for so long. He's a really good boy so he doesn't understand why no one is interested. Please consider him! To learn more, click here: View All Adoptable Dogs.

Illinois Shorthair Rescue

Helpful Tips From ISR

For the fastest response to inquiries, please Email ISR.
Before we share information about specific dogs, we must have your adoption application on file. Please Apply here. Submitting an application doesn’t obligate you to adopt, but it would quicken the process.
Once you’re approved, your preferred dog may no longer be available. Normally, you don’t have to reapply for another dog. ISR keeps your application, and you “move to the head of the line” for other dogs.

Annual ISR Reunion Set for June 30

Mark you calendars for ISR's Annual Reunion, Grove #29. Ned Brown Meadow/Busse Woods Preserve, Elk Grove Village. ISR adoptive dogs, along with their humans and canine friends are invited to come for an afternoon of fun. Watch the News and Events page for more info. Click here for highlights of previous events.

ISR Visits WGN Three ISR volunteers, along with two of our ISR adopted dogs, visited the WGN studios to share information about Shorthairs and the work of our rescue group.
Click here to learn more.

CONSIDER ADOPTING A HEARTWORM POSITIVE DOG When looking for a rescued GSP, don't forget about our heartworm positive dogs who go on to live normal happy lives. Click here to read the story of three such dogs.

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