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The First Step Rescue 501c3 NFP Small Breed Dog Rescue 2013
Inc into State of Illinois 2013
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IDOA License WHAT EXACTLY IS A DOG RESCUE? LIFE HAPPENS!

"A rescue dog is a dog being rehomed after being surrendered by its original owner"
IT DOESN"T matter WHY it's being done or how it was done. The definition doesn't say it's a rescues place to judge, accuse, bully etc. Our rescue is here to make it a personal experience, make you feel human. We are a partner in a very difficult time of your life if you you need to rehome your pet, we want to suppl

y compassion and knowledge. That's what makes the impossible possible! Email:TheFirstStepRescue.sbcglobal.net if you have questions or need help with an owner surrender or finding a new home for your pet. PLEASE PLEASE whatever you do, don't leave your pet in the street it makes it so hard for them and can even run them finding a furever home. We will do the best that we can but you do have to give us time The First Step Rescue is also foster home based, small dog rescue. We are in no hurry to place these dogs, We just want the perfect family for them to live the rest of their lives. The adoption process consists of an application, home visit, and an adoption fee
Most of the dogs will be spayed/neutered,(depends on age and health). All will be vaccinated, heartworm tested, microchipped and have received any other necessary medical care. We do local adoptions, within 35 miles of Downers Grove Illinois. You can find all pets we have available for adoption on: RescueMe.Org or Petfinder.com or AdoptaPet.com
Just Look for "The First Step Rescue" Downers Grove Adoption/Foster applications are only sent via email so if you have any questions email me at [email protected]

24/07/2024

A dog not for most people, not sure if in the states yet.
This is a dog that rescues really need to research themselves prior to rehoming, they take a special home.

28/05/2024

Coyote attack in California, they are pretty damn lucky! Another case where a fence was jumped. I'm assuming they thought their German Shepherd would protect their little white dog but the German Shepherd was afraid and ran. Watch the video closely and it was edited too. The shepherd did nothing for the little white dog,the little white dog stood its own ground against multiple Coyotes. The running german shepherd was only a running confusing distraction for the coyotes that allowed the small dog to get away.

💓Pupdate 022424! I'm now in my foster home to see how I get along with the resident dog. Then I'll be off for my neuter ...
22/02/2024

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Pupdate 022424! I'm now in my foster home to see how I get along with the resident dog. Then I'll be off for my neuter and vaccinations at the vet clinic and if all goes well.... Adoption!
My family is super happy with my new family, as hard it was to let go all will be good I'm safe! Photos will be shared by all!
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We want to say thank you to everyone and your interest in Rebel. We have had a tremendous amount of inquiries so it's a process.
We are slowly going through our inquires, setting up some meet and greets and we will go from there.
We will keep you all posted.

I am on my way to finding my perfect home. The family and rescue working together to keep me out of the shelter!
17/02/2024

I am on my way to finding my perfect home. The family and rescue working together to keep me out of the shelter!

17/02/2024
16/02/2024

All Inquiries Must go thru email to [email protected]
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Pupdate 022424! I'm now in my foster home to see how I get along with the resident dog. Then I'll be off for my neuter and vaccinations at the vet clinic and if all goes well.... Adoption!
My family is super happy with my new family, as hard it was to let go all will be good I'm safe! Pictures will be shared between the 2 families!
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My name is Rebel and I am a Shih Tzu.
My family has had me since I was a baby and love me very much so they are very much involved in the search for my furever home.
Vaccinations just expired
Chip Yes
Neutered Not yet
I LOVE kids!
I'm 24lbs
Crate trained
I WILL NEED REGULAR grooming
I can hang out with same size dogs!
I am housebroken!
Problem is I live in a condo with my family and the complex has told all residents they can no longer have a dog. only cats. This is all because OF OTHER DOG OWNERS not cleaning up after their dogs. My family did search for a new place but there are none that are in the same school district so sadly they have no choice. They tried to hide me with no luck, someone reported me. PLEASE NO RUDE COMMENTS the family tried and now they are participating in the rehome

As soon as more info comes in we will be sure to updateI may need a foster for this little guy! Please contact TheFirst...
15/02/2024

As soon as more info comes in we will be sure to update
I may need a foster for this little guy!
Please contact [email protected] with any questions

21/01/2024

Guy vs Coyote
Go out with your dog, I know I don't have this guy's strength, but who knows! Use caution now during coyote mating season. Your dog may not be lost.... Sadly, his life could be painfully over.
Didn't occur in Illinois

You don't want to forget they are outside when they can't make it back to the door!
14/01/2024

You don't want to forget they are outside when they can't make it back to the door!

07/01/2024

I agree! Way to many dogs on harnesses that should never be in one!
You're dog NEVER needs to meet another dog!
Yes, this happened in China and yes luckily even after the small breed dogs owner who was bit, who was sadly pulling on her dogs leash both did survive the attack.
Harnesses do not control a dog!

02/01/2024

Coyotes versus Dog
See how quick this occurred? If the cat did not intervene that family would have thought their dog just got lost.
Look at the damage as a result of the attack, the dog almost lost its leg
This can happen to you go out with your dog it has a better shot.
Oklahoma

28/12/2023
09/12/2023

Pets and Pools
Please be careful over the winter, any dog or child can sadly fall in your pool or Kio Pond. It has happened!
This was not here but gets the message out
https://fb.watch/oPsg5fI2kd/?mibextid=UVffzb

Maddie(Owner Found A New Home)Great DanePlease email TheFirstStepRescue@sbcglobal.net with any and all questions🐾I am a ...
02/12/2023

Maddie(Owner Found A New Home)Great Dane
Please email [email protected] with any and all questions
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I am a female 8 months old
Great Dane puppy
I am learning potty outside and doing great-I can go all night with no problem
I am getting some crate training and doing great with this as well
I am learning to leash walk
I am learning that I do not need to be skittish when it comes to men with constant interaction.
I do great with kids, dogs, bunnies.
I have completed my puppy vaccinations and worming
I'm looking for my perfect new home and my current family who saved me from the unknown is in no hurry. They want what's perfect for me!
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18/11/2023

🥺IT'S OFFICIALLY IN ILLINOIS! 🥺
Mysterious and deadly respiratory dog virus that affects dogs that's spreading nationwide. This is picked up at dog parks, groomers
Channel 5 news

Sad, let's just dispose of what we no longer want or need. Found in Oak Forest tied to a tree, (not the first ties to s ...
29/09/2023

Sad, let's just dispose of what we no longer want or need. Found in Oak Forest tied to a tree, (not the first ties to s tree in the last few weeks) shelters are full, so people are doing all kinds of things. Sadly, more and more dogs are coming into Illinois via transports with puppies on board, and we have all this going on.
More and more dogs are randomly appearing in neighborhoods.. some supplied with leashes. Many will be coming from the city and surrounding counties.
Cook Co/Chicago is no longer picking up stray dogs because they have nowhere to put them.
Disturbing to say the least.....

21/09/2023

Don't do it, very dangerous dog and I believe will be banned.

BunBun (Owner Found a Family) Lionhead Rabbit FemaleRehomed 091823
18/09/2023

BunBun (Owner Found a Family) Lionhead Rabbit
Female
Rehomed 091823

Benjamin & Frank are looking for their new FUREVER home. We are 2 very bonded 2yr old neutered/vaccinated/litter traine...
06/08/2023

Benjamin & Frank are looking for their new FUREVER home.
We are 2 very bonded 2yr old neutered/vaccinated/litter trained male cats that are in perfect health.
We do have our claws
We are not brothers by blood but we are brothers in life.
Our daddy loves us very much, but wants us to be safe so he decided to find us a new home.
The dad reached out to us to make sure the new family is the right family but dad will be involved in our placemat.
PLEASE No rude comments.
"YOU" DON'T KNOW THE CIRCUMSTANCES!
Dad has done the proper thing and didn't go dump his loving cats off at an open door shelter, drop them off in the woods or in the neighborhood or, hand them off to just anyone.
Please contact for best response
[email protected] if you are interested in meeting these 2 wonderful boys.
We are located in the area.

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Coyote attack in California, they are pretty damn lucky! Another case where a fence was jumped. I'm assuming they thought their German Shepherd would protect their little white dog but the German Shepherd was afraid and ran. Watch the video closely and it was edited too. The shepherd did nothing for the little white dog,the little white dog stood its own ground against multiple Coyotes. The running german shepherd was only a running confusing distraction for the coyotes that allowed the small dog to get away.

Guy vs Coyote Go out with your dog, I know I don't have this guy's strength, but who knows! Use caution now during coyote mating season. Your dog may not be lost.... Sadly, his life could be painfully over. Didn't occur in Illinois

Coyotes versus Dog See how quick this occurred? If the cat did not intervene that family would have thought their dog just got lost. Look at the damage as a result of the attack, the dog almost lost its leg This can happen to you go out with your dog it has a better shot. Oklahoma

🥺IT'S OFFICIALLY IN ILLINOIS! 🥺 Mysterious and deadly respiratory dog virus that affects dogs that's spreading nationwide. This is picked up at dog parks, groomers Channel 5 news

CAUTION Hammerhead Worms They may be found in your gardens now in Illinois 8in long They do have a toxin that is dangerous Neurologically, unknown it's dangers for pets Wear gloves while gardening. If you come across one, put it in a zip lock bag and throw it away, do not chop it up because it will regenerate. 080623

Stella has found her furever home! Assist in Re-Home Adoption 072323 Yeeaaahhhh, it was a long wait to find her PERFECT family but she did! Stella's family was awesome fostering her until her perfect home could be found by the rescue, they got to meet her new family and everything. Stella found the ULTIMATE NEW HOME with Lisa, Rob and her 2 new fur siblings Blue(Dane) Charlie(Sheltie) We want to thank all the positive people who supported the family thru this hard decision and to the families that offered to give her a new home. Thank you Lisa and Rob for bringing this sweet girl intro your home! Keep us updated! ! It's been an adventure but worth the patience from everyone so it's a success!

Some older puppy porn, sadly we are still in Mississippi due to the ice storms that are occurring the 2nd week of February but here are some videos and photos to cheer ya up from January.

Some older puppy porn, sadly we are still in Mississippi due to the ice storms that are occurring the 2nd week of February but here are some videos and photos to cheer ya up from January.

Some older puppy porn, sadly we are still in Mississippi due to the ice storms that are occurring the 2nd week of February but here are some videos and photos to cheer ya up from January.

Some older puppy porn, sadly we are still in Mississippi due to the ice storms that are occurring the 2nd week of February but here are some videos and photos to cheer ya up from January.

Some older puppy porn, sadly we are still in Mississippi due to the ice storms that are occurring the 2nd week of February but here are some videos and photos to cheer ya up from January.

It's play time! Baby vs Opie 012023

It's play time! Baby vs Opie 012023

Our foster mommy Karen! She saved us! We wuv youz! 911823 #Buslife #foster

Baby Watch me go pee! Yea in a little timid by the big Doogie. 011923

Opie and Baby NO accidents at all in the house! Per Karen their foster mommy they whine when they want to go out and "smell". Opie is great with the female adult resident dog, Baby a tad more timid, Karen did find a minor bite wound on her neck so she was either corrected by another dog or attacked. Neither dog even tries to leave the 5 acre property they just want to hang with foster mom. 012423 Any questions please email [email protected]

Opie and Baby NO accidents at all in the house! Per Karen their foster mommy they whine when they want to go out and "smell". Opie is great with the female adult resident dog, Baby a tad more timid, Karen did find a minor bite wound on her neck so she was either corrected by another dog or attacked. Neither dog even tries to leave the 5 acre property they just want to hang with foster mom. 012423 Any questions please email [email protected]

Opie and Baby BED HOGS! 012623

Opie and Baby BED HOGS! 012623

Baby is a tad thin but foster mom Karen is slowly adding weight to this sweet pea! 012423 . Any questions you can email [email protected]

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Our adoption process consists of an application, home visit, and an adoption fee All of our dogs have been spayed/neutered, vaccinated, heartworm tested, microchipped and have received any other necessary medical care. We do local adoptions, within 50 miles of Downers Grove Illinois. . Adoption/Foster applications are only sent via email so if you have any questions email us at [email protected]

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