Meet Bear

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Age: 4 years old Sex: Male Breed: Lab Mix  Weight: 44 pounds Good In Home With: Dogs, Cats, Kids

Found running the Chicago streets, Bear made it through his stray hold and into a cozy foster home, saving two cages at Chicago Animal Care & Control in the process. That’s who he is: the kind of presence that quietly makes things better.

Now he’s ready for his forever.

Bear is 4 years old, about 44 pounds, a lab mix with a soft, soulful way about him. Easygoing, kind hearted, and deeply intuitive, he reads the room before he enters it. He’s not loud about who he is, but you feel it.

Because Bear is a helper.

A builder.

A communicator.

A bridge maker.

He’s the dog who brings energies together, who settles a room, who makes other dogs feel safe and people feel understood. Not every dog has that kind of magic, but Bear does. It’s steady. It’s natural. It’s rare.

He loves his walks, loves being near his people, and carries himself with that calm, grounding presence that makes life feel more connected.

He’s wonderful with dogs, cats, and humans alike. The kind of companion who doesn’t just join your life, he strengthens it.

Meet him, and you’ll understand. 

Animals can be viewed by appointment only. We ask that you review our adoption information AND fill out an adoption application prior to setting an appointment so we have all your information and you understand our adoption procedures - you can do so online here.

Please feel free to email us anytime for additional information on any of our animals - info@mcprescue.org.

Adoption fees: Dogs: $600, Bonded pairs: $900; Cats: $250, Pair: $325.

Fees include vaccinations, microchip, deworming and other vetting as needed. Our adoption process includes an application, reference check and home visit. Please note all adoption fees are final and non-refundable.