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0 Pets Plenty of adorable animals are up for adoption in the Lincoln Square area. Pet News , Patch Staff Posted Reply If you’re wanting to add a four-legged ball of love and affection to your family, look no further than these shelters in the Lincoln Square area for a pet to take home. About 6.5 million pets are surrendered to animal shelters each year nationwide, according to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. Of those, approximately 3.3 million are dogs and 3.2 million are cats. Shelters often look after other animals in search of a permanent home as well, including pigs, birds and even horses. However, only half of all shelter animals — about 3.2 million — are adopted each year, ASPCA data shows. This means millions of animals — some right here in the Lincoln Square area — are still waiting for their forever homes. With help from our friends at Petfinder, Patch has compiled this … [Read more...] about Pet Adoption In The Lincoln Square Area: See New Dogs, Cats & More

0 Pets These local pets are searching for their forever homes. Meet Freckles and more. Pet News , Patch Staff Posted Reply If you’re wanting to add a four-legged ball of love and affection to your family, start with these shelters in the Lake Zurich area for a pet you can take home. About 6.5 million pets are taken in each year by animal rescue organizations nationwide, according to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. However, only around half of all shelter pets are adopted each year, ASPCA data shows. For those looking to adopt, a great place to start the search for a new four-legged companion is at Fur Keeps Animal Rescue Inc, where Cookie the cat is waiting patiently, or another local rescue facility. If you aren't sure if you have time to take care of a pet year round, many shelters also offer opportunities to foster pets until they are placed in appropriate homes. With help from our friends … [Read more...] about New Pets Available For Adoption At Lake Zurich Area Shelters

0 Pets These pets are waiting for their forever home in Park Ridge area shelters. Pet News , Patch Staff Posted Reply If you’re wanting to add a fuzzy ball of love and affection to your family, look no further than these Park Ridge area animal shelters for a pet you can take home. Across Illinois, there are thousands of dogs, cats and other animals of all ages, sizes and breeds without a home — many of whom are located in your area. For those looking to adopt, a great place to start your search for an adorable new friend is at Wright Way Rescue, where Dory the dog is waiting patiently, or another local adoption center. If you aren't sure if you have time to take care of a pet year round, many shelters also offer opportunities to foster pets until they are placed in appropriate homes. With help from our friends at Petfinder, Patch has compiled this week’s list of animals available for adoption near you. Whether you’re … [Read more...] about Park Ridge Area Pets Who Need A Home: Fiona, Bolt, Dory & More

(CNN) Will a fourth adoption be the charm for this seemingly unadoptable pup ? A New York shelter wants you to adopt this 'jerk' dog Ralphie, a New York shelter's adorable "jerk" dog, has been returned to the shelter again after his most recent (and unsuccessful) adoption. "Ralphie proved to be more than she could handle," the shelter explained in an update posted to Facebook on Tuesday after the woman who adopted the French bulldog brought him back. News of the canine menace went viral in late January after the Niagara SPCA posted an eye-catching ad for potential adopters. Shelter employees described Ralphie as "a terror in a somewhat small package." "Everything belongs to him. If you dare test his ability to possess THE things, wrath will ensue," they wrote at the time. "If you show a moment of weakness, prepare to be exploited." Read More This is Ralphie's third unsuccessful adoption, according to the shelter. The pup's … [Read more...] about ‘Fire-breathing demon’ dog Ralphie returned to Niagara shelter

(CNN) Ralphie, the seemingly unadoptable French bulldog from upstate New York , is making progress in his intensive training program, according to his shelter. 'Fire-breathing demon' dog Ralphie returned to Niagara shelter The tiny bundle of terror captured the internet's heart last month after the Niagara SPCA in Niagara Falls posted a brutally honest adoption ad. The shelter described him as "a fire-breathing demon" and "a terror in a somewhat small package." Following the viral adoption ad, Ralphie was adopted for the third time , only to be returned to the shelter when he "proved to be more" than his adopter could handle. In a bid to resolve his behavioral problems and prepare him for a forever home, Ralphie is now participating in a rigorous six-week boarding and training program. And he's already making headway, according to an update posted to the shelter's Facebook. "We're told he's learning some impulse control around vacuums and … [Read more...] about ‘Demon dog’ Ralphie making strides in training, shelter says

0 This post was contributed by a community member. The views expressed here are the author's own. Community Corner Orphans of the Storm "Paws for Luck" encourages sharing St. Patrick's Day with a four-legged friend Alan Blitz, Volunteer Media Writer , Community Contributor Posted Reply Don’t have plans for this St. Patrick’s Day? Well, forget the four-leaf clovers— foster a four-legged friend! Orphans of the Storm (OOTS) has relaunched its temporary foster program in advance of this St. Patrick’s Day. OOTS is located at 2200 Riverwoods Road, Riverwoods, IL. Visit: https://orphansofthestorm.org/ “With our “Paws for Luck event, there is only a minimum three-day commitment --- no strings attached! And who knows, you may just find your forever lucky charm,” said Kristen Castro, a manager at Orphans of the Storm Animal Shelter. “Alongside this event, we will also be waiving fees for all of our dogs 40 pounds and over! While … [Read more...] about Orphans’ relaunches foster program in advance of St. Patrick’s Day