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One Tail at a Time ("OTAT") is a Chicago based animal rescue that aims to end pet homelessness by making pet ownership a joyful and accessible experience for all.

11/01/2026

This is Joe. Joe drove over an hour to come to the our adoption center in Bucktown after he was having a hard time hearing back from other adoption groups.

Joe and his wife were looking for a small, sassy female dog to be a companion to their other small, sassy female dog after their beloved girl of 18 years had died.

It was clear Joe loves his dogs as he shared photos and stories and told us all about his beloved girl who he described as having "the heart of a lion!"

We didn't have any small dogs for Joe when he first visited, but as soon as Sweet Jane moved into our Everyday Adoption Center we sent Joe a message and told him to get there asap - and sure enough he did!

Congrats to Joe, Brenda, Sweet Jane, and Coco - you make a heck of a family!!

10/31/2026

Today has been a TREAT! Some fantastic adopters stopped by today to find a companion for their 14 year old cancer survivor pup. He previously had two siblings but sadly they passed away.

We introduced them to a few dogs, including Cassian and Arthur. We shared how both boys are a little on the shy side, but when they met they bonded quickly and really came out of their shell.

As luck would have it, the adopters were hoping to build back to a family with 3 dogs - so today they left with BOTH Cassian and Arthur!!

Happy adoption day boys, you hit the jackpot!

10/31/2026

Happy Halloween! These dogs & cats heard today is treat day and are wondering when they get their share?

Scroll through to see who you can meet today at our adoption centers! We’re open 11a-6p today (& tomorrow!)Stop by to meet your new best friend!

📍Bucktown Adoption Center (2144 N Wood)
🐕: Cassian, Daisy, Arthur, Dutch, Mila, Love, Mars

📍Everyday Adoption Center (1101 S Canal)
🐕: Wylie, Matt, Rowan, Dawn, Scrum
🐈: Anthony & Denzel, Elizabeth & Debbie, Orchid & Maisey, Enchilada & Pickle, Flora & Chrysanthemum, Chicken & Waffle, Hecor, Pigeon, Blep, Sneakers

10/30/2026

Sometimes...you need a buddy. These dogs need a buddy. If your dog is looking for a friend, check out these kids! They are all looking for a home with a resident dog.

If you're not sure who would be the best fit, you can always submit a general application and our adoption team can help steer you in the right direction!

Adoption profiles --> onetail.org

10/29/2026

These 7 little souls were surrendered to Chicago Animal Care and Control. Three of the dogs were surrendered after their owner sadly passed away and the four other dogs were surrendered from other situations. Regardless of the reason they showed up at CACC, it’s clear that their whole world was turned upside down and everything they knew was suddenly gone. 💔

Thankfully, we were able to say “yes” to all seven and they have slowly been coming out of their shells. Some are more easygoing and some are a little more reserved, but we know with time they will understand that they are safe with us.

These dogs are now going into foster homes where we will continue to learn about them and get them vetted. We’ll keep you updated 💙

10/28/2026

The post about the boy breaking into an animal shelter to save three dogs is not real.

Everything you want to repost right now is likely fake or AI because real life is rarely this interesting.

Most of the animals that need saving right now are just regular animals in regular shelters and they just need regular people to show up, pay a nominal adoption fee, and take them home for a regularly joyful life.

Anyway here's regular ass dog Grenadine who needs a home. There is no viral story about her, but her ears are pretty damn cute.

10/27/2026

Swipe for Petal’s incredible glow-up! 🌸✨ This little pup is ready for her next chapter - view her bio at onetail.org!

10/27/2026

We love a good adoption update! This week we got one from Tzatziki, a longterm dog that won the jackpot when he was adopted in June.

His new mom says, "He is absolutely perfect and we just love him so so much! He’s the perfect blend of sweet and spicy. We love that he loves us too! We’ve been bonding so well and really love spending every free moment we can with him. We love that he is so cuddly and loves to sleep in our bed. He’s a great gentle giant and is so wonderful with my clients who have special needs. We love how curious he is and how he wants to be right with us all the time. He is such a blessing! We love Tzatziki with our entire heart!"

Big 'thank you' to our friends at 15/10 Foundation who raised $3,500 and sponsored training lessons for his leash reactivity and medication for his itchy skin.

We're so happy to see him doing well in his loving home!

10/26/2026

It's truly amazing what a few people can do to utterly change the trajectory of a life.

Orlena was a stray at CACC just a week ago. In a shelter where 1/3 of the adult pitbulls don't leave alive, a shelter where it's normal to not get out of your kennel for days at a time, a shelter where adoptions fall short of the need, getting rescued is nothing short of a "miracle".

Orlena's miracle came in the form of CACC volunteers who walked her, Safe Humane Chicago program volunteers, one of our transport volunteers who ended up taking her home as a foster, and of course every single donor who keeps the lights on at OTAT day after day.

Extra special thanks to The Hansel Foundation for sponsoring her care!

Orlena's days just got way, way brighter. And that's worth celebrating..... HAPPY MONDAY!

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2144 North Wood Street
Chicago, IL
60614

Website

http://onetail.org/

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