Locating a Home For a Pet
If You Have Found A Stray

  • Call local police, animal control agencies, shelters/rescues, and local veterinarian clinics to report the dog as found.
  • Have the pet scanned for a microchip at a shelter, animal control, or vet clinic.
  • Post flyers with a picture of the found pet
  • Post online found adds.
  • Place a free found add in the local newspaper
  • If you cannot keep the pet, you will need to bring him/her to animal control where the pet can be housed and it's owner will have an opportunity to find them.


Related Links

Chicago Animal Care and Control
Village Of Niles- Animal Control

Giving Up A Pet You Own

Wright-Way Rescue only accepts animals at our Intake and Quarantine Facility located in Southern IL. Our shelter has been created specifically to provide aid to dogs and cat who are found on euthanasia lists in rural areas. Animals are NOT accepted at our Adoption Center in Niles IL. We can offer suggestions and support for placing a pet that you are unable to keep, however we do not take pets directly from the public in the Chicagoland area.

Your pet will be most likely to find a home if you are willing to play an active role in finding him a home.

  • Most owners relinquish pets due to behavioral problems that can be fixed. Please try a consistent training program before giving up your pet.
  • Try creating a color flyer of your pet along with detailed information about their personality, age, etc. Vet clinics, grocery stores, pet supply stores, offices, churches, etc are all good places to hang these up.
  • Ensure your pet is spayed/neutered and up to date on vaccines before you place him.
  • Be certain that the animal you are rehoming does not have a bite history, or that the adopter is fully aware of any issues. Placing a pet that has bitten and failing to disclose this information can lead you to legal troubles.
  • Network with friend, family, co-workers, etc. Word of mouth is the best advertisement!
  • Do not place "free to good home" ads. Charge a fee to help ensure your pet is going to a home where it will be enjoyed as a companion.
  • You owe it to the pet to ensure, to the best of your ability, it is going to a safe and responsible home. Do a home check, ask for references, meet the family's other pets. Let them know you would like to do a follow-up to ensure the adoption is successful.
  • Be patient, placing a pet can take a while. Your pet will be happier with you in a loving home, than in a shelter setting.
  • If you must place your pet in a shelter or with a rescue group, ensure they are a no-kill facility that is state licensed. If your pet is purebred, try a breed specific rescue group.  


Related Links
Guidelines For Finding A Responsible Home For A Pet





Returning a Pet Adopted From WWR

  • If you have adopted this pet within the last 7 days, please call us immediately at (773) 353-9931
  • If you have adopted this pet more than 7 days ago, please fill out our adopted pet return request form. Please allow 48 hours for a reply.