Tuesday, February 12, 2013
Every week we share information about adoptable pets waiting for homes at area rescue groups.
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Tuesday, February 12
Every week we bring you pets looking for homes at area shelters and rescue groups. This week the pets are from Animal Rescue Foundation – IL (ARF) and the DuPage County Animal Care and Control. Rex came to the shelter because his owner had allergies. He has been here since August and still can’t find his forever home. Rex is 5 years old and already neutered, vaccinated, and microchipped. He is currently being fostered by Lombard Vet Hospital because he became overwhelmed at the shelter. Rex is a very sweet boy that loves to be snuggled and pet. If you have a lap that would like a cat…Rex may be the feline for you. Charmaine was surrendered to the shelter because the owner’s roommate had allergies. She is a 1-½ year-old Californian …
Tuesday, January 8, 2013
Every week we share information about adoptable pets waiting for homes at area shelters or with local rescue groups.
Every week we bring you pets looking for homes at area rescue groups. This week the pets are from Animal Rescue Foundation – IL (ARF) and the DuPage County Animal Care and Control. My name is Butter, and I am a nice, nice boy. I may have a tough look to me, but I’m a sweetheart! I am well behaved, have nice manners, walk nice on a leash, enjoy belly rubs and am a really good dog. I am ready to go, I am about 3 years old, neutered, vaccinated and microchipped. I am looking for an adult household with no other animals. I’ll be your best friend, just give me a chance! Just like Paula Dean said “Everything is better with BUTTER!” Phoebe came to the shelter because her owner’s daughter became allergic to her. She is 7 to 8 years old, …
Tuesday, December 11, 2012
Every week Glen Ellyn Patch shares information on dogs and cats waiting at area shelters and pet rescue groups.
Every week we bring you pets looking for homes at area rescue groups. This week the pets are from Animal Rescue Foundation – IL (ARF) and the DuPage County Animal Care and Control. We welcome other animal shelters and rescue groups to contact us to participate in this weekly column. To participate, contact Glen Ellyn Local Editor Mary Ann Lopez. This is Max, a 1-year-old shepherd mix that weighs 44 lbs. He's chill and play all rolled into one handsome boy. ARF saved him just before he was going to be sent to a kill shelter where no doubt he wouldn't have made it out. Max loves to lay next to you and watch TV when you want to relax but he's just as ready to play or go for a walk too. His foster family is working on some basic obedience and …
Tuesday, October 23, 2012
Every week Glen Ellyn Patch will share information about adoptable pets waiting for homes at local animal shelters and rescue organizations.
Each week we share bios of pets from area rescue groups that are looking for homes. This week the pets are from Animal Rescue Foundation – IL. We welcome other animal shelters and rescue groups to contact us to participate in this weekly column. To participate, contact Glen Ellyn Local Editor Mary Ann Lopez. Elliot is a quiet little guy who likes to follow you around everywhere you go. Even though he is 8 years old, he still has a lot of spunk! He loves to cuddle and he loves to give kisses. He will need to receive drops in his eyes two times a day for the rest of his life for his dry eyes, but he gives no trouble when they are given. He is very treat driven and picks up on things fast, he mastered potty training in two days! So if you …
Wednesday, October 17, 2012
Visit area shelters or contact local rescue groups near Glen Ellyn to find out more about National Adopt a Shelter Dog Month.
By Karyn Collier, DVM, chief medical officer of St. Francis Veterinary Center The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) has designated October as National Adopt a Shelter Dog Month. More than three million dogs are currently in shelters across the United States and are in need of a good home. The month-long observance encourages animal lovers across the nation to raise awareness about the positive aspects of adopting a pet from a local shelter. Glen Ellyn residents looking for a new pal can stop at the DuPage County Animal Care and Control in Wheaton to see the available dogs. The shelter regularly receives dogs seeking homes. In addition, Animal Rescue Foundation - Illinois has a number of dogs currently in …
