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Tana
Tana — 8 Months Old • Gentle • Overwhelmed but Sweet Tana is an 8‑month‑old girl who has been deeply failed by humans, and she’s just now learning wha…
Come Bye Border Collie Rescue • Highland, IL
Border Collie Dogs for Adoption in Illinois
25 adoptable Border Collie dogs from shelters and rescues in Illinois.
Every Border Collie here is a real dog currently listed for adoption by a shelter or rescue in Illinois. Listings are refreshed regularly, but availability changes fast — always confirm with the organization before making plans.
25 Border Collie dogs in Illinois
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Scout
Scout — Young • Friendly • Learning Fast Scout is a young dog who has been failed by humans in his short puppy life. Despite that rough start, Scout i…
Come Bye Border Collie Rescue • Highland, IL
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Maeve
Maeve Fostered in Plymouth, IN ~2 Years Old | Smooth Coat BC × ACD Mix Maeve is a striking black-and-white girl you can’t help but notice. Maeve is a …
Come Bye Border Collie Rescue • Highland, IL
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Danny
Meet Danny!! Danny is a 10-month-old male dog who is currently in a foster home and working on basic skills. He is getting better at fetch and droppin…
Come Bye Border Collie Rescue • Highland, IL
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Cheyenne
Meet Cheyenne! Cheyenne is a sweet, beautiful Border Collie mix who is 2 years old and ready to find the family she can finally call her own. This gir…
REACH Rescue, Inc • Mundelein, IL
Benji - Home to Home
Anderson Humane • South Elgin, IL
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Kip
Kip is a young and petite Border Collie who is with the Central Texas Ruffugees rescue in Austin TX. The rescue says this about Kip: Kip is about a ye…
Come Bye Border Collie Rescue • Highland, IL
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Nola (Hera)
Meet Nola! This sweet 1-year-old Border Collie/Lab mix is looking for a new living situation through no fault of her own. A forever home would be amaz…
Project Hope Animal • Gilberts, IL
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Poppy Seed
Poppy Seed (Poppy for short) is a 5 year old female BC mix with a rescuer in Columbia, IL, who was able to remove Poppy from a situation in which she …
Come Bye Border Collie Rescue • Highland, IL
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Mongo
Meet Mongo!! Border Collie/Australian Shepherd Mix — Male, 2 Years Old Mongo is a beautiful red-and-white Border Collie/Australian Shepherd mix weighi…
Come Bye Border Collie Rescue • Highland, IL
Slick
Slick is an adult Border Collie whose owner is faced with reducing the number of dogs she has, and so Slick is looking for a forever home. His owner d…
Come Bye Border Collie Rescue • Highland, IL
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Jesse
Jesse, a young Border Collie about 2 years old, is up for adoption through the Midwest Border Collie Rescue in northern Illinois. Jesse is a terrific …
Come Bye Border Collie Rescue • Highland, IL
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Cheyenne
Look at this adorable white puppy with the black mask. Cheyenne is is a sweet as she is cute. We think she is a border collie and lab mix. Cheyenne ha…
Animal Education and Rescue • Libertyville, IL
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Noah
⭐️ Noah ⭐️ Noah is a 12-month-old Border Collie/Lab mix… and 100% lovable goofball. This fuzzy little lovebug is eager to please and just waiting for …
Project Hope Animal • Gilberts, IL
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Hilda (Hildie)
Meet Hildie: Soft, Sweet, and Learning the Ropes Hildie is a gentle, loving girl with a soft heart and a sweet spirit. She gets along wonderfully with…
Come Bye Border Collie Rescue • Highland, IL
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Louie
Meet Louie — Smart, Silly, and Bursting with Energy! Fostered in Plymouth, IN | 1 Year Old Louie is a lovable whirlwind of fun who’s ready to find a h…
Come Bye Border Collie Rescue • Highland, IL
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Sawyer
Meet Sawyer — Devoted, Fetch-Obsessed, and Looking for a Savvy Home Fostered in Plymouth, IN | 3 Years Old | Border Collie Mix Sawyer is a loving, loy…
Come Bye Border Collie Rescue • Highland, IL
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Toby
Toby — Sweet, Silly & Toy-Obsessed! About 1 year old • Plymouth, IN Toby is an adorable young Border Collie mix with a heart full of love and a toy bo…
Come Bye Border Collie Rescue • Highland, IL
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Nancy Drew
The Center for Animal Rescue and Enrichment (CARE) of St Louis MO is seeking a forever home for Nancy Drew, a young BC mix who has been in their shelt…
Come Bye Border Collie Rescue • Highland, IL
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Nimbus
Meet Nimbus – Bright, Loyal & Ready for Adventure! Nimbus is a 1½-year-old Border Collie (neutered male) with a big heart and an even bigger love for …
Come Bye Border Collie Rescue • Highland, IL
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Crimson
Meet Crimson Crimson is a 4-year-old Mini Aussie × Border Collie mix who’s as beautiful as she is complex. She can be very suspicious of unfamiliar pe…
Come Bye Border Collie Rescue • Highland, IL
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Adopting a Border Collie in Illinois — FAQ
How do I adopt a Border Collie in Illinois?
Open any dog's profile to see which shelter or rescue is caring for them in Illinois, then follow the adoption link or contact details to apply directly with that organization. Every Dog's Chance gathers listings in one place so they're easier to find — the adoption itself happens through the local shelter or rescue.
Are Border Collie dogs a good fit for first-time adopters?
Many Border Collie dogs — especially adults who are already house-trained — can be a great match for first-time owners. Each dog's profile and the shelter or rescue caring for them can tell you about that individual dog's energy level, training history, and personality before you apply.
How much does it cost to adopt a Border Collie in Illinois?
Adoption fees vary by shelter and rescue in Illinois, but typically include spay/neuter, vaccinations, and a health check. Open any dog's profile and contact the organization directly for their current fee and what it covers.
Can I adopt a Border Collie from another city in Illinois?
Yes. Most shelters and rescues in Illinois welcome adopters from anywhere in the state, and some can arrange transport for the right match. Open a dog's profile to see the organization's contact details and ask them how their process works.
Can I foster a Border Collie in Illinois instead of adopting?
Many shelters and rescues in Illinois offer foster programs, sometimes with a foster-to-adopt path so you can see if the match feels right before committing. Ask the organization on any dog's profile whether fostering is available.
Are Border Collie dogs in Illinois good with children or other pets?
It depends on the individual dog more than the breed alone. The shelter or rescue caring for each dog can tell you about their history with kids, cats, and other dogs. Many organizations offer meet-and-greets to make sure the match is right for everyone before you commit.
