Rockford Area Pet Adoption: Emmi, Buddy, Whist & More

Rockford IL

21 September, 2021

10:19 AM

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If you've been wanting to add a four-legged ball of love and affection to your family, look no further than these Rockford area shelters for a pet up for adoption. About 6.5 million companion animals are given to animal rescue organizations each year nationwide, according to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. However, only around half of all animals are adopted each year, ASPCA data shows. On a search for an adorable new fur child? Consider looking around at a local animal shelter like Paws Humane Society, where Rodney the cat 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. With help from our friends at Petfinder, Patch has compiled this week's list of animals available for adoption near you. Whether you're looking for cuddles or companionship, one of these animals could be the perfect fit for your family. Click on any listing to learn more about a pet or to start the adoption process. Editor's note: This list was automatically generated using data compiled by Petfinder. If you're a local shelter looking to see your adoptable pets appear on Patch, you'll need to list them through Petfinder. All readers are encouraged to report errors or other feedback to [email protected]. Emmi Name: Emmi Species: Dog Location: Care For Pets, Rockford, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Female, Pit Bull Terrier Good With: Kids, dogs and cats Description: "Emmi!!! What can we say about this girl! She is such a peanut! The runt of her litter, she weighs..." Learn more Buddy Name: Buddy Species: Dog Location: Care For Pets, Rockford, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Male, Australian Cattle Dog / Blue Heeler Good With: Kids Description: "Buddy came to us after his owner passed away and he landed himself in the municipal shelter. He was terrified..." Learn more Whist Name: Whist Species: Cat Location: Paws Humane Society, 7282 N Cherryvale Mall Dr, Rockford, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair Good With: Kids and cats Description: "Whist is a friendly girl who is cat friendly! She had a litter of 6 kittens in a shed of..." Learn more Christina Name: Christina Species: Cat Location: Paws Humane Society, 7282 N Cherryvale Mall Dr, Rockford, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair Good With: Cats Description: "Christina and her 2 sisters are beautiful, active girls! We appreciate your support in helping us to find homes for..." Learn more Rodney Name: Rodney Species: Cat Location: Paws Humane Society, 7282 N Cherryvale Mall Dr, Rockford, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Large, Male, Domestic Short Hair Good With: Cats Description: "Rodney was found as a local stray. He is still very scared and shy but we think he will come..." Learn more Smokey Name: Smokey Species: Cat Location: Paws Humane Society, 7282 N Cherryvale Mall Dr, Rockford, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair Good With: Kids and dogs Description: "Smokey is a 1 yr old brown tabby who was surrendered due to the owner moving. He lived with 2..." Learn more Britney Name: Britney Species: Cat Location: Paws Humane Society, 7282 N Cherryvale Mall Dr, Rockford, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair Good With: Cats Description: "Britney and her 2 sisters are active, beautiful girls ready for a home! We appreciate your support in helping us..." Learn more Tess Name: Tess Species: Cat Location: Paws Humane Society, 7282 N Cherryvale Mall Dr, Rockford, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair Good With: Kids Description: "Tess and her brother Max are ready for a home! They are a bit shy and will do best in..." Learn more Tiffany Name: Tiffany Species: Cat Location: Paws Humane Society, 7282 N Cherryvale Mall Dr, Rockford, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair Good With: Cats Description: "Tiffany and her 2 sisters are beautiful girls ready for a home! We appreciate your support in helping us to..." Learn more Max Name: Max Species: Cat Location: Paws Humane Society, 7282 N Cherryvale Mall Dr, Rockford, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair Good With: Kids and cats Description: "Max and his sister Tess are ready for a home! A bit shy, they will need some patient handling to..." Learn more Happy Name: Happy Species: Dog Location: Mending Hearts Rescue, PO Box 243, Winnebago, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Male, Beagle Good With: Kids, dogs and cats Description: "Happy is an 8 month old beagle mix puppy looking for his forever home. Happy is exactly as his name..." Learn more Jerry Garcia Name: Jerry Garcia Species: Cat Location: Boone County Animal Services Auxiliary, Belvidere, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Male, Domestic Medium Hair Good With: Kids and cats Description: "We have no idea how this amazing little guy went unclaimed! Found "hanging out in a ditch" in front of..." Learn more Spook Name: Spook Species: Cat Location: A Little Rr Animal Sanctuary, Poplar Grove, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Senior, Medium, Female, American Shorthair Domestic Short Hair Mix Good With: Kids, dogs and cats Description: "Name: Spook Breed: Shorthair Age: Good with kids: Yes, Older Preferred but will warm up. Good with dogs: Yes Good..." Learn more Orion Name: Orion Species: Dog Location: A Promise Of Love, Beloit, WI Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Senior, Small, Male, Terrier Good With: Dogs Description: "You can fill out an adoption application online on our official website.My name is Orion. My foster mommy named me,..." Learn more Lucille Name: Lucille Species: Dog Location: Bonafied, Oregon, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Senior, Small, Female, Rat Terrier Description: "I'm a lil old lady looking for a lap. I'm very spry and can be sassy with other dogs. I'll..." Learn more Buddy Name: Buddy Species: Dog Location: The Barn On Baseline Animal Shelter Adoption Center, 16173 Baseline Road, Genoa, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Male, Cocker Spaniel Learn more Brielle Name: Brielle Species: Cat Location: The Barn On Baseline Animal Shelter Adoption Center, 16173 Baseline Road, Genoa, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Female, Domestic Short Hair Learn more Vinnie Name: Vinnie Species: Cat Location: The Barn On Baseline Animal Shelter Adoption Center, 16173 Baseline Road, Genoa, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Male, Domestic Medium Hair Good With: Dogs and cats Learn more Boston Name: Boston Species: Cat Location: The Barn On Baseline Animal Shelter Adoption Center, 16173 Baseline Road, Genoa, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Male, Domestic Short Hair Learn more Beatrix Name: Beatrix Species: Cat Location: The Barn On Baseline Animal Shelter Adoption Center, 16173 Baseline Road, Genoa, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Female, Domestic Short Hair Learn more Vicki Name: Vicki Species: Cat Location: The Barn On Baseline Animal Shelter Adoption Center, 16173 Baseline Road, Genoa, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Female, Domestic Medium Hair Good With: Cats Learn more Briar Name: Briar Species: Cat Location: The Barn On Baseline Animal Shelter Adoption Center, 16173 Baseline Road, Genoa, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Female, Domestic Short Hair Learn more Ian Name: Ian Species: Dog Location: The Barn On Baseline Animal Shelter Adoption Center, 16173 Baseline Road, Genoa, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Male, Carolina Dog Good With: Kids and dogs Description: "Have rabies registered in DeKalb County" Learn more Bessie Name: Bessie Species: Cat Location: The Barn On Baseline Animal Shelter Adoption Center, 16173 Baseline Road, Genoa, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair Learn more Lucky Name: Lucky Species: Dog Location: The Barn On Baseline Animal Shelter Adoption Center, 16173 Baseline Road, Genoa, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Senior, Small, Male, Poodle Good With: Kids Description: "Have left ear check, Dr G recommends Otomax." Learn more Griffin Name: Griffin Species: Cat Location: The Barn On Baseline Animal Shelter Adoption Center, 16173 Baseline Road, Genoa, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair Learn more Oreo Name: Oreo Species: Dog Location: The Barn On Baseline Animal Shelter Adoption Center, 16173 Baseline Road, Genoa, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Male, Labrador Retriever Learn more Rico Name: Rico Species: Dog Location: The Barn On Baseline Animal Shelter Adoption Center, 16173 Baseline Road, Genoa, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Male, Labrador Retriever Learn more Roxy Name: Roxy Species: Dog Location: Friends Forever Humane Society, 966 W. Rudy Road, Freeport, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, Labrador Retriever Mixed Breed Mix Good With: Kids and dogs Learn more Captain Name: Captain Species: Dog Location: Friends Forever Humane Society, 966 W. Rudy Road, Freeport, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Small, Male, Chihuahua Mixed Breed Mix Learn more Black A Name: Black A Species: Dog Location: Friends Forever Humane Society, 966 W. Rudy Road, Freeport, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Large, Male, Labrador Retriever Spaniel Mix Good With: Kids and dogs Learn more