millie

Millie is living in a foster home. Please submit an application from our website and email dogs@heartlandanimalshelter.org to learn if you're a match!

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Meet Millie, our big little hippie chick!

Millie is a 2-year-old Mastiff mix who may be on the smaller side (for an XL breed!), but she has a heart big enough to fill a room. Her beautiful salt-and-peppery muzzle might have you guessing that she’s an older girl, but she’s just two! And that adorable nubbin tail? It may be short, but Millie wags it with such enthusiasm that her whole booty shakes. You’d think that little tail weighed 100 pounds!

Millie is one of the gentlest, sweetest girls you could ever hope to meet. She enjoys playing with other dogs and absolutely loves people. She’s happiest when she’s close to a human, soaking up affection and cuddling. And if you’re willing to give belly rubs, Millie will be your new best friend.

Millie wound up at Chicago Animal Care and Control as an owner surrender when her family no longer had the resources to care for her. When we first saw her in her kennel, she was clearly sad and overwhelmed. She didn’t get up to greet us, but even then, her little nubbin tail was wagging.

When we returned a few days later, Millie easily got up and happily headed out for a walk with us. It was wonderful to see her starting to come out of her shell. Once she has a little time and kindness, this sweet girl is ready to show you just how lovely she is.

Millie's foster mom says great things about her:

Millie is housebroken, and was left to free roam the apartment for 6 hours and did not get into any trouble! Her foster mom writes, "Millie is a 70+ -pound cuddle bug who firmly believes she is a lap dog. No matter how little room you have on a piece of furniture she will happily squeeze in beside you and settle down for some quality snuggle time. She is gentle and calm and is very happy playing with her toys while you're at work. But, be ready for a great guard dog because Millie can hear a pin drop, and her echoing bark will let them know that the house is open for friends, but only if she approves them first!"

Millie is all about good vibes, gentle affection, and love. She’s an easygoing, happy soul who would love nothing more than a cozy home, a loving family, and plenty of cuddles and belly rubs.

If you’re looking for a sweet, mellow companion with a giant heart, a tiny tail, and the cutest booty wiggle around, Millie is definitely your girl.

Millie’s adoption fee has been generously sponsored by The Rosenthal Family Foundation This animal is spayed, up to date on core vaccines, and Heartworm negative.