Pet Rescue Spotlight: Anderson Humane
Each Thursday, CBS 2 is highlighting pet rescue organizations around the Chicago area.
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Each Thursday, CBS 2 is highlighting pet rescue organizations around the Chicago area.
All animals are neutered, spayed, and fully vaccinated.
They are hoping to help pets find loving homes while making space at the shelters.
Tracy is just 4 months old and has playful puppy energy.
He's an almost 2-year-old Australian Cattle Dog. If you run or work a lot in your yard, Smitty is for you.
The shelter is waiving adoption fees to help clear out space for other animals in need.
It was founded by world-renowned dancer Irene Castle and her friend Helen Swift back in 1928.
He is a snuggly boy, he loves his walks and gets along well with other dogs, but he is making up his mind about cats.
There will be a Trunk or Treat event at the shelter in Northbrook on October 28th from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
PAWS trainers encourage her next owners to always have treats in their pockets and love in their hearts.
Head to the Famous Fido Rescue website for more information and for details on its upcoming event.
Schnapps is just a year old and would make a great addition to most homes.
They're both females, up to date on vaccines, spayed, and ready for adoption.
It's part of their Clear the Shelters event.
Potential pet parents are invited to meet available animals and enjoy food, vendors, and gifts.
Amos likes everyone at PAWS Chicago but she's missing the home life on the couch.
The pair, just four months old, was born with a birth defect in the back legs so allow them extra time to walk.
Jessica Casey from Forever Fortunate Felines in Palatine joins us this week along with a bonded sister duo of cats named Princess Bubblegum and Lady Rainicorn.
The adoptable dogs will be available from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m.
They will be available for viewing at Gallagher Way on the Clark Street side of the ballpark.
This mixed breed beauty came to PAWS Chicago a few weeks ago from Chicago Animal Care and Control and become a favorite among PAWS staff and volunteers.
You can meet Beckham at Penrose Brewing Company in Geneva this weekend.
Koji came to PAWS from Chicago Animal Care and Control a few weeks ago.
The West Suburban Humane Society is a no-kill shelter in Downers Grove, which has found homes for more than 31,000 animals since its start more than 50 years ago.
Lolita arrived from Will County Animal Control. She had had quite a few litters in her young life and needed some TLC. She was heartworm positive, but Lolita is now fully recovered and available for adoption.
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