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Get to Know Bijou
Breed
Retriever, Labrador, Mix
Gender
Female
Age
8 Years
Weight
60.63lbs
Location
Foster Home
3 SIMPLE STEPS TO MEET THIS PET:
Bijou's Story
Bijou is a smart, spirited Retriever/Lab mix who knows what she wants—and she’s not afraid to let you know! At 8 years old, she still has plenty of playful energy, happily engaging in games and hopping around with excitement. She’s independent but affectionate with her people, enjoying a mix of companionship and alone time. She can be home alone for a full workday, making her a great fit for someone with a busy schedule—though a dog walker or daycare would be a welcome addition to her routine. Bijou is also selective with her dog friends and will do best in a home where she can take introductions slowly and have her own space.
Are you Bijou’s perfect match? You might be if you have an adults-only home with no cats and a private entrance where she can come and go with ease. She’ll thrive with an experienced owner who understands her boundaries and can provide structure to help her feel secure. If you’re looking for a loyal, confident companion with a little extra flair, Bijou just might be the perfect match for you!
Meet Bijou
Bijou can’t wait to meet you!
If you’re interested in adopting this pet, please complete the following steps:
1. Start by taking our ComPETibility Quiz to make sure they’re a good fit for your home. Your ComPETibility Score will help you compare your home to each pet’s needs!
2. After completing your ComPETibility Quiz, you will be emailed a link to complete your Adoption Application.
3. After finishing the adoption application, complete the Adoption Inquiry Form! Once this form is submitted, our Adoption Team will take a look at your adoption inquiry and reach out within a few days.
Please note that while we can’t place holds on adoptable animals for your scheduled appointment, there are always plenty of homeless pets looking for a home! If you don’t meet the perfect pet, please feel free to complete a new Adoption Inquiry Form or visit our Adoption Center. Walk-ins are always welcome, but appointments are recommended for a more efficient visit!
Want another way to spend time with our adoptable (or soon-to-be-adoptable) pets? Consider fostering.
Why Adopt?
Adoption is one of the best ways to save a life. Only a few thousand more adoptions each year in Chicago, a city of millions of people, and we will be a No Kill community! You can make a real difference.
At PAWS Chicago, we keep working to grow our operations to save more homeless pets. It's how we've gone from saving a few dozen to 5,000 pets a year. But it is our adopters who make the real magic happen by bringing these loving pets home. Adopt a pet and spread the word!
First Time Fostering? Learn More
There are many animals that need us today. Each foster family allow us to save more homeless pets by opening their home to a pet or litter in need of love and care for a few weeks. When we are able to send a pet or litter to foster, it frees up space in our Medical Center to bring in more pets in need.
Last year, our foster families took in 1,921 pets. Some needed a peaceful place to recover from illness or injury. Puppies and kittens just needed a bit of time in a home environment with good socialization so they could grow big enough to have their spay/neuter surgery before adoption. Other pets needed a calm and relaxing break from the stress of shelter life.
Consider joining them in lifesaving. Sign up to become a foster today.