Springfield Pet Adoption: Meet Elphaba, Benji, Willow & More

Springfield IL

09 March, 2021

10:17 AM

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Want to add a new member to your family and do something good for the Springfield community at the same time? Perhaps it's the right time to adopt a pet! Amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, many facilities are still working to find forever homes for dozens of cats, dogs and other adorable critters coming through. Across Illinois, there are thousands of dogs, cats and other animals of all ages, sizes and breeds without a home — and many are located not too far from you. In the search for a new fur child, consider beginning at a local facility like Sangamon County Animal Control Center, where Zane the dog is waiting patiently. 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 permanent homes. Need some help in your search? Patch and Petfinder have you covered. We put together a list each week of all the pets recently put up for adoption in your area. If you're a cat person, meet Elphaba, a Domestic Long Hair up for adoption. Or if dogs are more your thing, there are several great dogs available, too. Click on any listing for more information, or to start the adoption process. Editor's note: This list was automatically generated using data compiled by Petfinder. Please report any errors or other feedback to [email protected]. Elphaba Name: Elphaba Species: Cat Location: Forever Home Feline Ranch, Springfield, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Small, Female, Domestic Long Hair Description: "Elphaba is 8 months old. She gets along with other cats. She likes to be cuddled, brushed and petted but..." Learn more Benji Name: Benji Species: Dog Location: Sangamon County Animal Control Center, 2100 Shale Rd, Springfield, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Male, Pit Bull Terrier Description: "This cute little guy is only about 5 months old" Learn more Willow Name: Willow Species: Dog Location: Sangamon County Animal Control Center, 2100 Shale Rd, Springfield, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, Pit Bull Terrier Description: "Willow is about 2 years old, she is a very sweet calm well behaved girl who does very well on..." Learn more Maggie Name: Maggie Species: Dog Location: Sangamon County Animal Control Center, 2100 Shale Rd, Springfield, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Female, Pit Bull Terrier Description: "Maggie is probably around a year old, she is well behaved and does well on a leash. We have discovered..." Learn more Zane Name: Zane Species: Dog Location: Sangamon County Animal Control Center, 2100 Shale Rd, Springfield, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Male, Husky Australian Shepherd Mix Description: "This beautiful boy is around a year old" Learn more Bryer Name: Bryer Species: Cat Location: Sangamon County Animal Control Center, 2100 Shale Rd, Springfield, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Large, Male, Domestic Long Hair Description: "This fabulous feline is Bryer. Bryer is a long haired black mini panther with a spot of white on his..." Learn more Pringle Name: Pringle Species: Cat Location: Animal Protective League, 1001 Taintor Road, Springfield, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Large, Male, Domestic Short Hair Description: "Pringle is a 3-year-old orange tabby and white cat. If you are interested in adopting him, call the APL at..." Learn more Wrigley Name: Wrigley Species: Cat Location: Animal Protective League, 1001 Taintor Road, Springfield, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Extra Large, Male, Domestic Short Hair Description: "Wrigley is a 5-year-old black cat. If you are interested in adopting him, call the APL at 217-544-7387 or fill..." Learn more Queen Name: Queen Species: Cat Location: Animal Protective League, 1001 Taintor Road, Springfield, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Senior, Large, Female, Domestic Long Hair Description: "Queen is an 8-year-old calico cat. If you are interested in adopting her, call the APL at 217-544-7387 or fill..." Learn more Gypsy Name: Gypsy Species: Cat Location: Animal Protective League, 1001 Taintor Road, Springfield, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair Description: "Gypsy is a 1-year-old brown tabby cat. If you are interested in adopting her, call the APL at 217-544-7387 or..." Learn more Diego Name: Diego Species: Dog Location: Animal Protective League, 1001 Taintor Road, Springfield, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Male, Labrador Retriever Mixed Breed Mix Description: "Diego is a 2-year-old, 55-pound Lab mix. If you are interested in adopting him, call the APL at 217-544-7387 or..." Learn more Harrison Name: Harrison Species: Cat Location: Animal Protective League, 1001 Taintor Road, Springfield, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Senior, Medium, Male, Domestic Long Hair Description: "Harrison is a friendly, talkative 8-year-old orange and white long hair cat. If you are interested in adopting him, call..." Learn more Petunia Name: Petunia Species: Cat Location: Animal Protective League, 1001 Taintor Road, Springfield, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Large, Female, Domestic Short Hair Description: "Petunia is a 5-year-old black cat. If you are interested in adopting her, call the APL at 217-544-7387 or fill..." Learn more Nasa Name: Nasa Species: Cat Location: Animal Protective League, 1001 Taintor Road, Springfield, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair Description: "Nasa is a friendly 6-year-old brown tabby cat. She has the softest fur that is perfect for petting and cuddling...." Learn more Rosie Name: Rosie Species: Cat Location: Animal Protective League, 1001 Taintor Road, Springfield, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair Description: "Rosie is a 4-year-old tortoiseshell cat. If you are interested in adopting her, call the APL at 217-544-7387 or fill..." Learn more Cimmarosa Name: Cimmarosa Species: Cat Location: Animal Protective League, 1001 Taintor Road, Springfield, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair Description: "Cimmarosa is a 3-year-old tortoiseshell cat. If you are interested in adopting her, call the APL at 217-544-7387 or fill..." Learn more Bellum Name: Bellum Species: Cat Location: Animal Protective League, 1001 Taintor Road, Springfield, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair Description: "Bellum is a friendly, talkative 2-year-old brown tabby cat. If you are interested in adopting her, call the APL at..." Learn more Betty Name: Betty Species: Cat Location: Animal Protective League, 1001 Taintor Road, Springfield, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, Domestic Long Hair Description: "Betty is a stunning 4-year-old black long hair cat. She is a friendly, affectionate girl. While she loves people, she..." Learn more Bailey Name: Bailey Species: Dog Location: Animal Protective League, 1001 Taintor Road, Springfield, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Senior, Small, Male, Chihuahua Description: "Bailey is a 3-year-old, 11-pound chihuahua. If you are interested in adopting him, call the APL at 217-544-7387 or fill..." Learn more Ariana Name: Ariana Species: Cat Location: Animal Protective League, 1001 Taintor Road, Springfield, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Senior, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair Description: "Ariana is a sweet 8-year-old brown tabby cat. If you are interested in adopting her, call the APL at 217-544-7387..." Learn more Pumpkin Name: Pumpkin Species: Cat Location: Animal Protective League, 1001 Taintor Road, Springfield, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Small, Female, Domestic Short Hair Description: "Pumpkin is a 1-year-old orange tabby cat. If you are interested in adopting her, call the APL at 217-544-7387 or..." Learn more Sugar Name: Sugar Species: Dog Location: Animal Protective League, 1001 Taintor Road, Springfield, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, Australian Shepherd Hound Mix Description: "Sugar is a 2-year-old, 45-pound Australian Shepherd/Hound mix. If you are interested in adopting her, call the APL at 217-544-7387..." Learn more Cali Name: Cali Species: Cat Location: Animal Protective League, 1001 Taintor Road, Springfield, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Female, Domestic Medium Hair Description: "Cali is a 1-year-old calico medium hair cat. If you are interested in adopting her, call the APL at 217-544-7387..." Learn more Buddy Name: Buddy Species: Dog Location: Animal Protective League, 1001 Taintor Road, Springfield, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Large, Male, Labrador Retriever Mixed Breed Mix Description: "Buddy is a 1-year-old, 80 pound lab mix. He is super sweet, good with kids, cats, and other dogs. He..." Learn more Sambo Name: Sambo Species: Dog Location: Menard County Animal Control, 19376 Sunny Acres rd, Petersburg, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Male, American Staffordshire Terrier Good With: Kids, dogs and cats Description: "All applications are processed in first come first serve basis and approved based on the best interest of the animals...." Learn more Nicky Name: Nicky Species: Dog Location: Menard County Animal Control, 19376 Sunny Acres rd, Petersburg, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Male, American Staffordshire Terrier Good With: Cats Description: "More information to come as we get to know Nicky!" Learn more Sally Name: Sally Species: Dog Location: Furever Fosters, Kincaid, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, Doberman Pinscher Labrador Retriever Mix Good With: Kids, dogs and cats Description: "Sally is a wonderful young and energetic gal. She is often misunderstood and was even labeled as aggressive but all..." Learn more Scout Name: Scout Species: Dog Location: Furever Fosters, Kincaid, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Small, Male, Chihuahua Pomeranian Mix Good With: Kids, dogs and cats Description: "Scout is only 3 years old and is a Chihuahua maybe Pomeranian mix. He is so loving and sweet and..." Learn more Bizkit Name: Bizkit Species: Dog Location: Furever Fosters, Kincaid, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Male, Chihuahua Rat Terrier Mix Good With: Kids, dogs and cats Description: "Bizkit is a sweet young boy who is extremely playful, energetic and so very sweet. He is amazing with people..." Learn more Marley Name: Marley Species: Dog Location: Furever Fosters, Kincaid, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Senior, Medium, Female, Jack Russell Terrier Hound Mix Good With: Kids and dogs Description: "Marley is very shy and reserved when she first meets you, but give her some time and just watch her..." Learn more