Lakota Female 8 yo. 47lbs. Lakota She’s a middle aged girl with a story. Lakota has been a familiar face at Chicago Animal Care & Control, and in the past, her person always came back for her. This time… they didn’t. We could feel the heartbreak within her. The searching. The waiting. The quiet heartbreak of a dog who thought she knew how her story went. Lakota is still here and she is full of life. She’s got that radio host personality, like she’s running a full show in her head, commentary included, witty, hilarious, and just a little bit opinionated in the best way. She’s seen some things. She knows herself, and she carries that experience with a kind of grace that makes you lean in and listen. Lakota isn’t asking for chaos. She’s looking for ease. A gardening club membership. A calm, steady home. A Meryl Streep marathon. A sun lit spot on a cozy bed. A person who appreciates quiet companionship, gentle routines, and a dog who brings both humor and heart into the everyday. She’s a lovely, funny, deeply charming girl who just wants a safe place to land and a human who sees her for exactly who she is. Lakota is ready for her next chapter. One filled with joy, commitment, and love. Application can be found on our website: mcprescue.org 1) When can I meet this dog? MCP receives a high volume of inquiries. We prioritize and respond to adoption applications submitted directly through our website. If you’re interested in meeting an animal in our care, please complete an application on www.mcprescue.org > (https://www.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/MCP/Dog). Applications *cannot* be submitted through Petfinder. We *do not* respond to inquiries submitted through Petfinder, only applications submitted directly through our website. 2) What if I have questions before applying? We’re happy to answer specific and thoughtful questions before you apply. Please email info@mcprescue.org, and we’ll do our best to respond as quickly as possible.