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.
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.
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.
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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.
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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-…
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12:55 pm on Monday, April 15, 2013
Take a look at the HHS website and view Ramona's video. THE DOG GIVES PAW!!! She'd be a loving addition to a home....but she (as well as Hank, another pit bull who's been at HHS a long time) suffer from breed discrimination. Come on Dog Angel, get to work on this! more ›
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 …
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This 6-year-old cat is looking for a home after her previous owners developed allergies.
Name: Candi Sex: Female Age: 6 Breed: Domestic shorthair mix Weight: Small Good with kids? OK with kids 8 and older More info: Candi is a former West Surburban Humane Society resident who was adopted in 2007 and recently returned after her family developed allergies. She's a little shy but loves gentle attention and would thrive in a quiet home. Interested? Call the West Suburban Humane Society at (630) 960-9600, or visit them at 1901 Ogden Ave. in Downers Grove.
Mr. Nubbs hopes that you, too, can come to realize that he is more than just a tail and welcome him into your home.
Name: Mr. Nubbs Age: 1 year 8 months Sex: Male Breed: Domestic shorthair mix Good with small kids: Yes Good with dogs: TBD More info: Mr. Nubbs is stubby and proud. "My tail doesn't define me!" he proclaims in his bio on the West Suburban Humane Society's website. Mr. Nubbs was born with the deformity, but his sweet, mellow personality far outshines anything that make his looks a little different. But act fast—the humane society says he is a great catch. Interested? Contact the West Suburban Humane Society, 1901 W. Ogden Avenue in Downers Grove, at 630-960-9600 or email adoptiondesk@wshs-dg.org
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This nearly 6-year-old mix is a "great kisser"—just like Justin Bieber, we assume—and is up for adoption at the West Suburban Humane Society.
Name: Bieber Age: 5 years, 11 months Sex: Male Breed: Terrier/Pit Bull Mix Size: Large Neutered?: Yes Good with kids?: Needs to be in an adult-only home More info: Affectionate Bieber is a "great kisser" according to his profile on the West Suburban Humane Society's website. He's friendly with other dogs, but prefers just visiting rather than living with them because he doesn't want to share his food. He is firmly anti-cat. Adoptive parents must have previous experience as a dog owner and not have children living in the home. Interested? Visit the West Suburban Humane Society, 1901 Ogden Ave. in Downers Grove, or call them at 630-960-9600. Find more pets on its website.
Milo is a 6-year-old domestic short hair up for adoption at Hinsdale Humane Society.
Name: Milo Age: 6 years Sex: Male Breed: Domestic short hair Weight: 11 lbs. Neutered?: Yes Good with kids?: Yes, any age More info: Milo can be adopted individually or with Lola, his housemate also up for adoption at Hinsdale Humane Society. "They are both very nice cats," the Hinsdale Humane Society website reads. "Milo is very outgoing and social and gets more affectionate the more attention you give him. Lola is a gentle and sweet girl who may be a little bashful initially, but enjoys being picked up and held." The cats are "no-fee felines," meaning they can be taken home for free. Interested? Contact the Hinsdale Humane Society at 630-323-5630 or at 22 N. Elm St. in Hinsdale.
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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 ›