Paco's Rescue Tails

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Paco's Rescue Tails We are a small group of volunteers working at making a difference in the daily lives of dogs that have been abandoned in Carroll County, Illinois.

Paco’s Rescue Tails is a small group of volunteers working at making a difference for dogs AT the Carroll County Pound in Mount Carroll, Il. It is named for our beloved founder Mary's rescue dog Paco who brought love and acceptance to every person or animal he met. In Mary's memory, we are dedicated to making a difference for other shelter dogs. Dogs are abandoned /surrendered to the Carroll County Animal Control, with limited resources, Animal Control staff cares for these dogs. However, it is a one man department with a part time weekend staff. There are no advertising dollars to promote adoption or bring awareness to their plight. Some of these furry friends have been here for several months. Each day the dogs give love unconditionally despite their fear and tough life circumstances. As volunteers, we exercise the dogs and provide one on one time and work on basic training. We diligently put forth the effort to release pent up energy and anxiety to help make them adoptable on sight. Our mission is making a difference for every dog who becomes a guest of the Carroll County Pound. We greatly appreciate donations. All funds raised go to the direct care and improvement of living conditions for the dogs. We are a 501c3 non-profit organization. Donations can be mailed directly to Paco's Rescue Tail at the Mount Carroll Banking Center, 410 S. Clay St., Mount Carroll, Il. 61053. Thank you for your kindness and support. �

We are SO grateful for The Copper Cow for helping us get the word out about our sweet Zena 🫶
10/01/2026

We are SO grateful for The Copper Cow for helping us get the word out about our sweet Zena 🫶

We’ve got some GOOD news… and some bad news. 🐾❤️

🎉 THE GOOD NEWS: Bella is going on a trial run with a loving family she met right here at The Copper Cow! 🥹 We are SO hopeful this is the beginning of her happily ever after. ❤️

💔 THE BAD NEWS: Sweet Zena is still waiting for hers.

Zena will not be able to make it tonight, due to the weather. That doesn’t mean we stop trying to find her family!

Zena is a sweet, gentle, low-energy girl who would love a quiet home where she can be your one and only dog. 🐶💕 She just needs the right person to see her.

You may not be looking for a dog—but someone on your friends list might be.

PLEASE KEEP SHARING ZENA until her future family finds her! 🏡❤️

Paco's Rescue Tails
Carroll County Illinois Animal Control

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Mr. T is guaranteed to lean all of that big, beautiful head right against your leg the second you start petting him 🖤 Th...
09/10/2026

Mr. T is guaranteed to lean all of that big, beautiful head right against your leg the second you start petting him 🖤

This guy's noggin matches his heart: HUGE 🥰 At 1 year old, Mr. T has found himself at the pound with his friend, Mazy. He has had no trouble adjusting to pound life - he has always shown staff & other dogs kindness, and has very good manners for such a young man.

Mr. T is a pretty chill guy. He's not asking for much! Just a little time & attention ❤️ ohh, & snack if you have them 😋

Ready to meet your new bestie? Call Lisa at Carroll County Animal Control 📞 815-244-9705 to schedule a time to meet Mr. T!

⚠️Warning: Her sad eyes are highly weaponized to get maximum belly rubs from every person she sees. If you're looking fo...
09/09/2026

⚠️Warning: Her sad eyes are highly weaponized to get maximum belly rubs from every person she sees.

If you're looking for a low-drama, high-sweetness companion who just happens to look like the saddest dog in the world, here's your girl 🩷

Zena is a 6 year old sweetheart who looks very sad because she has not had enough people time, and she LOVES people!
Other dogs? Probably a pass, but she may give it a shot.
Cuddles on the couch with her favorite human(s)? Definitely a yes ✅️

Zena asked me to tell you all that, although she loves the staff & volunteers at Carroll County Animal Control, she's ready to get out of there 💨
She will be escaping briefly tomorrow night from 5pm-6pm to visit our friends at The Copper Cow 🐄 so please stop to see her!

If you'd like to schedule a different time to meet Zena, please give Lisa at Carroll County Animal Control a call 📞 815-244-9705

ADOPTION PENDING✨️ Meet Ms. Dolly! ✨️Dolly is officially over the 9-to-5 and ready to find her very own island in the st...
09/03/2026

ADOPTION PENDING
✨️ Meet Ms. Dolly! ✨️

Dolly is officially over the 9-to-5 and ready to find her very own island in the stream—a loving home where she can enjoy her golden years. 🩷

At an estimated 10 years old, Dolly isn't looking to take over like Jolene. She's simply looking for someone who will love her, pamper her, and let her spend her remaining years feeling safe and cherished. 🐾

Much like the legendary Dolly the world recently lost did, this Dolly still has plenty of pep in her step! She recently had a large mass removed and received a dental cleaning, and she's now feeling good and looking great. As Dolly Parton said, “If something is bagging, sagging or dragging, I'll tuck it, suck it or pluck it.” 😂 Well, our girl has been tucked and polished and is ready for her next chapter!

Dolly's golden years can be her greatest years—she just needs a forever family to spend it with. ❤️ Could you be the loving home she's been waiting for?

To meet Dolly, please call Lisa at Carroll County Animal Control:
📞 815-244-9705

Please share and help us find this sweet senior her forever home! 🐶💕

One of the best days of the year!! Show us who you are celebrating!! 🐾 If you don’t have one to celebrate, let us help y...
08/26/2026

One of the best days of the year!! Show us who you are celebrating!! 🐾

If you don’t have one to celebrate, let us help you out!! Or if your dog needs a dog, we can help with that, too!!

Adopted 🥰Ollie had a wonderful visit at The Copper Cow 🐄 🥰 He got to meet new people, play with toys, and get lots of tr...
08/21/2026

Adopted 🥰
Ollie had a wonderful visit at The Copper Cow 🐄 🥰 He got to meet new people, play with toys, and get lots of treats! He's was one sleepy boy before we even left 😴
He had some special friends from Veteran's Evolution, Technical School - VETS who came out just to see him! Although his manners still need work, they said he's highly trainable and shows promise to be a wonderful dog. They see SO much potential in him, they are offering 4 FREE training sessions to whoever adopts him! 😁🐾
Ollie is ready for his forever home! A few free training sessions, a little time & trust, & this guy will be the perfect companion! Whoever snatches him up will be one lucky person 🩵

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10735 Mill Road
Mount Carroll, IL
61053

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