The intact black dog was found by police Tuesday at Techny and Sanders roads.
Border Tails Rescue, which also saved a number of cats, is hoping to raise $500 per dog.
The recently opened Eisenstein Veterinary Services Urgent Care, located inside a PetSmart on Skokie Boulevard, helps local pets in need.
The North Suburban YMCA is hosting the free event Sunday.
Volunteers Invited to Create Pet Blankets for Shelters on February 19
Mia Willentzik, 13, completed the charity work for Riverwoods-based Orphans of the Storm as part of her bat mitzvah project.
Many people want to be the hero who adopts a shelter long-hauler, but other dogs in Northbrook shelters need the attention more.
A spike in pet scams continues amid the COVID-19 pandemic and as the holidays approach in Northbrook.
Heartland Animal Shelter and Wags on Willow grooming parlor are assisting two animals in need of medical attention.
More dogs disappear July 4-5 than on any other days of the year. Fireworks that have been popping since the pandemic began make it worse.
Santa Paws and Mrs. Claus are making a special stop at Heartland Animal Shelter Sunday, November 25, 12:30-3:30 p.m.
Funds raised provide shelter, medical care and food for homeless dogs and cats.