Sunday, May 19, 2013
Tillie is a 4-year-old domestic medium hair mix looking for a forever home.
Name: Tillie Breed: Domestic medium hair mix Sex: Female Age: 4 years Spayed/Neutered: Yes Personality: Volunteers at the West Suburban Humane Society describe Tillie as a puzzle because she is tough to figure out. She does OK with some cats, but not others; any cat she lives with must have a backbone. Tillie is best-suited for families with older kids because she likes to pounce and play. She needs a family who wants to play and keep her entertained. Interested? Stop by the West Suburban Humane Society at 1901 W. Ogden Ave., Downers Grove, or call 630-960-9600.
Saturday, May 18, 2013
Diezel is a sweet, energetic 4-year-old English bulldog/basset hound mix looking for a forever home.
Name: Diezel Breed: English bulldog/basset hound mix Sex: Male Age: 4 years Spayed/Neutered: Yes Personality: Diezel and his brother, Bullet, were taken to the West Suburban Humane Society when their owner could no longer care for them. Diezel is sweet and energetic, and loves to play and cuddle up on the couch. He cannot live with others cats, but would be great with dogs. He cannot live in an apartment, townhouse or condo, so a house with a large fenced-in yard would be best. Interested? Stop by the West Suburban Humane Society at 1901 W. Ogden Ave., Downers Grove, or call 630-960-9600.
Sunday, May 5, 2013
Angus is an 11-month-old domestic shorthair looking for a lifelong home.
Name: Angus Breed: Domestic shorthair mix Sex: Male Age: 11 months Personality: Angus is a loving cat who enjoys playing chase around the house and watching Animal Planet. He's housetrained and neutered, but still has his claws. Interested? Stop by the West Suburban Humane Society at 1901 W. Ogden Ave., Downers Grove, or call 630-960-9600.
Saturday, May 4, 2013
Joker is a friendly 1-year-old pug mix who would make an ideal family dog.
Name: Joker Breed: Pug mix Sex: Male Age: 1 Personality: Joker has a winning personality and loves company of any kind—kids, cats and other dogs, though he does better around lady dogs than other boys. He still needs a little crate and obedience training, but he would be a perfect family dog. Interested? Stop by the West Suburban Humane Society at 1901 W. Ogden Ave., Downers Grove, or call 630-960-9600.
Sunday, April 28, 2013
The loving owner of the 7-year-old cat passed away recently, and Ping is at Hinsdale Humane Society for the second time.
Name: Ping Age: 7 years Sex: Female Breed: Domestic short hair tabby Spayed? Yes Good with kids?: Yes, any age More info: Ping was adopted from Hinsdale Humane Society as a kitten six years ago but her loving owner has passed away and there is no one left to care for her, the Hinsdale Humane Society website reads. She is well-behaved, gentle and quiet, and won't cause trouble. She loves people, but is not good with other cats. Interested? Contact the Hinsdale Humane Society at 630-323-5630 or at 22 N. Elm St. in Hinsdale.
Saturday, April 27, 2013
Mabel is a sweetheart who enjoys people and is good with other dogs.
Name: Mabel Age: 3 years Sex: Female Breed: Mixed breed Good with kids?: Yes, 5 years and older More info: "Mabel is a real sweetheart! She is highly social and really enjoys being with people and being petted, and will snuggle up to you for attention. She listens well and knows the 'sit' command," the Hinsdale Humane Society website reads. "She is very treat motivated and responds readily to positive reinforcement training. She is a smart girl and super eager to please." Mabel also has a playful side, and enjoys playing with her toys. She's good with other dogs. Interested? Contact the Hinsdale Humane Society at 630-323-5630 or at 22 N. Elm St. in Hinsdale.
Sunday, April 21, 2013
Fender is a 7-year-old domestic shorthair seeking a forever home.
Name: Fender Age: 7 years, 2 months Sex: Male Breed: Domestic shorthair Good with dogs/cats: Does fine with other cats Good with kids: Yes Declawed: No Spayed/Neutered: Yes Housetrained: Yes More info: Fender is a favorite at the West Suburban Humane Society. He is friendly, talkative and loves attention. What's not to love? Interested? Contact the West Suburban Humane Society, 1901 W. Ogden Avenue in Downers Grove, at 630-960-9600 or email adoptiondesk@wshs-dg.org
Saturday, April 20, 2013
Joffrey is a 4-year-old chihuahua seeking a forever home.
Name: Joffrey Age: 4 years Sex: Male Breed: Chihuahua, short coat mix Good with dogs/cats: Yes Good with kids: Yes Declawed: No Housetrained: Unknown More info: Joffrey is an adorable, friendly chihuahua looking for a forever home. He gets along great with everyone—kids, cats and even other dogs. He needs a little work on housebreaking, but is otherwise well-behaved. Interested? Contact the West Suburban Humane Society, 1901 W. Ogden Avenue in Downers Grove, at 630-960-9600 or email adoptiondesk@wshs-dg.org
Sunday, April 14, 2013
Ramona was found wandering with a broken leash after her caregiver turned her loose.
Name: Ramona Age: 1.5 years Sex: Female Breed: Pit bull mix Weight: 48 lbs. Spayed?: Yes Good with kids?: Yes, 10 years and older More info: Ramona was found wandering alone with a broken leash. "We have recently found out that Ramona's original owner lost her home in a fire and she was given to a friend," the Hinsdale Humane Society website reads. "The friend decided he no longer wanted her, so instead of taking her to a shelter, he decided just to turn her loose!" Ramona is smart, but would benefit from manners classes. She loves fetching and would be best suited for someone with past pit bull experience. Her adoption fee has been donated, meaning you can take her home for free. Interested? Contact the Hinsdale Humane Society at 630-323-…
Saturday, April 13, 2013
The Hinsdale Humane Society is looking to place Charlie and Waffle together in one home.
Names: Charlie and Waffle Age: 2.5 years Sex: Male Breed: Lab/shepherd mix Weight: 79 lbs. (Charlie) and 45 lbs. (Waffle) Neutered?: Yes Good with kids?: Yes, 10 years and older More info: "Waffle and Charlie are brothers who are very bonded to one another, so we are looking for a home for them where they can continue to live together," the Hinsdale Humane Society website reads. Charlie is the more social of the pair. He likes "booty scratches" and being rushed. "Waffle is a nice boy, too, but may take a while longer to adjust to a new home and family." They need a home where they'll have plenty of human company and lots of exercise time outside. You can get the pair for a total fee of $100. Interested? Contact the Hinsdale Humane Society …
Mollie Kaye
7:25 am on Monday, April 29, 2013
Yes, I have been grilled by the teenage pet counselors there but somehow managed to make the cut to adopt a cat, an older cat who would probably never have had a chance. more ›