Stories about dogs for adoption
The Herald-News presents this week’s Pets of the Week. Read the description of each pet to find out about it, including where it can be adopted in Will County.
Will County Animal Protection Services is waiving all adoption fees for dogs in the month of October in recognition of National Adopt a Shelter Dog Month.
The Herald-News presents this week’s Pets of the Week for October 14, 2024. Read the description of each pet to find out about it, including where it can be adopted in Will County.
The Herald-News presents this week’s Pets of the Week for October 7, 2024. Read the description of each pet to find out about it, including where it can be adopted in Will County.
The Planes and Puppies event and Young Eagles flight rally at Wonder Lake's Galt Airport will offer plane rides and dogs for adoption.
The Herald-News presents this week’s Pets of the Week for September 30, 2024. Read the description of each pet to find out about it, including where it can be adopted in Will County.
The Herald-News presents this week’s Pets of the Week for September 23, 2024. Read the description of each pet to find out about it, including where it can be adopted in Will County.
Sweet and playful Abu has shown nothing but love despite being abandoned for more than a month in an empty apartment after his owner moved. This resilient cat has bounced back with spirit.
Diego is a young, sweet Chihuahua mix who came to us as a stray. He loves attention and his walks. Diego needs a home with older children and without other dogs.
Nelson is a sweet domestic shorthaired mix who is approximately 3 years old. Nelson had all his teeth removed due to their poor condition. He is super loving and wants undivided attention.
Will County Animal Protections Services is waiving adoption fees for dogs through Friday, Aug. 30 for a back-to-school promotion.
Jasper is a 1-year-old playful and gentle terrier that was rescued from a local animal control. He has a great personality and does well with children, other dogs and cats.
Siggy is a 9-month-old tabby that was found as a young stray. She was timid initially and unsure about love and attention from humans. She now accepts pets, and her trust grows every day. Siggy loves to play with other cats and toys. She needs a patient adopter.
Grace is a happy-go-lucky 80-pound-terrier that really needs a loving home as she was bred for years. She still likes everyone she meets, gives kisses and enjoys belly rubs. Grace is trusting and loves children. She has a cuddly and calm personality.
Blossom is a 2-year-old domestic shorthair. She was found as a pregnant stray, rescued and placed in a loving foster home where she could safely raise her kittens. Blossom is sweet but timid in new environments. However she does warms up quickly and gets along with other cats.
Corbin Blue is a sweet 2-year-old husky mix. He was rescued from a rough living situation and needs a safe and loving home. Corbin Blue can be timid initially but warms up quickly and is well-behaved. He loves outdoor adventures outdoors and gets along with other dogs.
Hilton Hotel is a 2-year-old, easy-going tabby that was rescued with her kittens after being found as strays. Hilton does well with other cats and would like to be adopted with Hampton, her last kitten.
Two-year-old Noa was found as a stray cat surviving on his own outdoors and needs a safe home. Noa is charming, confident and friendly. He is curious about new people and will jump up to greet visitors. He is eager for attention and easily shows his affectionate nature.
Missy is a 7-month-old tri-colored mix, who loves everyone she meets. Missy is crate-trained, making great progress on potty-training, and is learning her leash manners. She is smart, curious and affectionate, making her a great option for a family.
Ice Cream is a 1-year-old tortie that was rescued from a local animal control with her kittens. She was a nurturing mother, despite being little more than a kitten herself. Now that her kittens are adopted, she deserves a happy life.
The Herald-News presents this week’s Pets of the Week for June 24, 2024. Read the description of each pet to find out about it, including where it can be adopted in Will County.
Biscuit is a large dog – 80 pounds – but she is sweet and lovable. She was dumped at NAWS Humane Society of Illinois after she had her last litter of puppies. She is very appreciative of the love and attention she receives at NAWS, and she will be the same in her forever home.
Bonded siblings Thyme and Paprika love to play, bird watch, and follow their human friends around. They must be adopted together.
Fozzie Bear is a 7-year-old FIV-positive domestic shorthair who is super chill and loves to lounge. He needs a home without other cats and dogs.
Frodo is a fun loving guy with lots of energy. He loves to run and play with his two brothers at his foster home. Frodo is curious and seeks out attention. Frodo would love to be adopted with his brothers.
Twelve-year-old George is well-behaved and only needs a bone to chew on and a nice warm bed to be content. He gets along with other dogs and doesn’t mind cats as long as they’re friendly. George is housebroken and crate-trained.
The Herald-News presents this week’s Pets of the Week for May 13, 2024. Read the description of each pet to find out about it, including where it can be adopted in Will County.
Lila is a 5-year-old yellow lab that was rescued from a high kill shelter. She is very gentle, calm, and loves children. She does well with other dogs and cats as long as they respect her space.
Stripes and Junior are a pair of bonded tabbies who are learning to trust and enjoy the comforts of a real home. Stripes and Junior are timid but are becoming bolder in foster care. They get along well with other friendly cats and need a patient adopter.
Triscuit is an 11-month-old terrier that was found as a stray and quickly became a staff and volunteer favorite at NAWS Humane Society of Illinois. He can be shy at first, but he quickly warms up. He is a pleasure to walk on a leash.
Candy is a gentle soul who needs a gentle life. She doesn’t require much - just a calm environment with gentle pets and lots of treats and spoiling.
The Herald-News presents this week’s Pets of the Week for April 8, 2024. Read the description of each pet to find out about it, including where it can be adopted in Will County.
The Herald-News presents this week’s Pets of the Week for April 1, 2024. Read the description of each pet to find out about it, including where it can be adopted in Will County.
Two-year-old Eve was found outdoors in the winter and rescued. She is outgoing, curious, interested in attention, sassy and feisty. She needs an adopter that is familiar with cat behaviors and is comfortable with an opinionated and sometimes independent cat.
Oatmeal is a 1-year-old terrier that was found as a stray and brought to NAWS for safety. She was quite nervous in her new surroundings, but she’s now coming out of her shell. Oatmeal is calm and quiet in her crate but likes to play and cuddle when given a chance. She will be a w
Irina is a 5-year-old tortie that is quiet and keeps to herself. She’s very independent and will usually keep herself occupied – but she doesn’t mind being someone’s little shadow.
Wiggles is a 3-year-old terrier, who was recently relinquished through no fault of her own. Wiggles needs a kind patient family to let her know she can trust people again.
Newt is a domestic medium-hair who was abandoned on shelter property with another cat. He was sickly at first but is fully healed and ready for his forever home. Newt is kid-friendly and affectionate.
Indie is a 2-year-old Australian shepherd mix who is shy but warms up to people with slow and gentle introductions. She recently had successful surgery for a luxating patella and is ready for a forever home.
Sunny is a calico mix whose owner passed away. She is very sweet but is quite stressed out being at the shelter. Sunny needs a quiet home where she is the only cat.
Bando is a 9-month-old pittie that likes to play and does well with other dogs. He previously lived with children and loves engaging with families, whether that’s lounging on the couch or hopping into the car for a quick errand run.
Ember Fire is a 2-year-old torbie that was found as a stray. She is gentle, quiet, calm and sweet. She can be a bit timid at first. But when she warms up, Ember Fire shows her affectionate side.
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Zuma is a female Chihuahua mix who came to the humane society skinny and fearful. Now that she is gaining weight and confidence, she loves being around other dogs. She also likes treats and gentle pets. Zuma needs an owner with a fence-in yard and lots of patience and love.
Coco is a domestic shorthair who was adopted out from the Will County Humane Society as a kitten. Now at nearly 8 years old, Coco is back at the humane society because her owner could no longer care for her. Coco is sweet and loves attention.
Josie is a 6-month-old terrier mix that was rescued from a local animal control. She is well-behaved for a young pup and eager to please. She loves going on walks in a warm sweater. She likes meeting new people and he does well with other dogs.
The Mitten Man, a 1-year-old domestic shorthair, is silly, energetic, curious, and playful. He enjoys attention and pets. He is a polydactyl, which inspired his name. The extra toes make his paws resemble mittens.
Diamond is a 2-year-old cattle dog mix. She was recently relinquished when her owner moved. She is calm and quiet, even in a busy shelter, but she does like to play. She can be timid until she warms up. But then she is very affectionate.