Rockford Area Pets Up For Adoption: Cats, Dogs & More

Rockford IL

21 December, 2021

10:13 AM

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Do you want to add to your family and do something good for the world at the same time? Adopt a pet from a local shelter or organization! Many shelters are still working to find forever homes for dozens of cats, dogs and other adorable critters coming through. Millions of companion animals are taken in each year by shelters nationwide, according to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. However, only around half of all these animals are adopted each year, ASPCA data shows. This means millions of animals — some right here in the Rockford area — are still waiting for their forever 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 looking for cuddles or companionship, one of these animals could be the perfect fit for your family. Click on any listing for more information 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]. Hamilton Name: Hamilton Species: Cat Location: Paws Humane Society, 7282 N Cherryvale Mall Dr, Rockford, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair Description: "Hamilton is a 8 mo. old all-black cat. He may be best as an only-cat as he played too rough..." Learn more Bambi / Thumper Name: Bambi / Thumper 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: "Bambi and Thumper are available on Dec. 18 as a pair. Their adoption fee is $140. We will accept applications..." Learn more Dorie Name: Dorie 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: "Dorie is one of three kittens taken in from outside in a small colony. She still needs some handling but..." Learn more Screech Name: Screech 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: Cats Description: "Screech is a handsome black kitten We appreciate your support in helping us to find homes for our local rescues!..." Learn more Bandit Name: Bandit Species: Cat Location: Paws Humane Society, 7282 N Cherryvale Mall Dr, Rockford, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Male, Snowshoe Good With: Cats Description: "Bandit is available Dec. 18 for pre-adoption. He cannot be released to his new home until Dec. 22 after his..." Learn more Boscoe Name: Boscoe Species: Dog Location: Paws Humane Society, 7282 N Cherryvale Mall Dr, Rockford, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Male, Terrier Mixed Breed Mix Good With: Dogs Description: "Boscoe is a very friendly, wire haired terrier mix. He is about 20#. Boscoe likes to be near his people..." Learn more Sugarplum Name: Sugarplum Species: Cat Location: A Little Rr Animal Sanctuary, Poplar Grove, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Small, Female, Domestic Long Hair Maine Coon Mix Good With: Kids, dogs and cats Description: "Name: Sugarplum Breed: Long Hair/MainCoon Mix Age: 4 Years Old Good with kids: Yes Good with dogs: Scared of them..." Learn more Wyla Name: Wyla Species: Cat Location: A Little Rr Animal Sanctuary, Poplar Grove, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Small, Female, American Shorthair Domestic Short Hair Mix Description: "Name: Wyla Breed: Shorthair Age: 3 years Good with kids: Unknown Good with dogs: Unknown Good with cats: Unknown Foster..." Learn more CareBear Name: CareBear Species: Dog Location: A Little Rr Animal Sanctuary, Poplar Grove, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Large, Female, Shepherd Good With: Kids, dogs and cats Description: "Name: Carebear Breed: Shephard Mix Age: 7 weeks Good with kids: Yes Good with dogs: Yes Good with cats: Yes..." Learn more Barbie Name: Barbie Species: Dog Location: A Little Rr Animal Sanctuary, Poplar Grove, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Large, Female, Shepherd Good With: Kids, dogs and cats Description: "Name: Barbie Breed: Shephard Mix Age: 7 weeks Good with kids: Yes Good with dogs: Yes Good with cats: Yes..." Learn more Strawberry Shortcake Name: Strawberry Shortcake Species: Dog Location: A Little Rr Animal Sanctuary, Poplar Grove, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Large, Female, Shepherd Good With: Kids, dogs and cats Description: "Name: Strawberry Shortcake Breed: Shephard Mix Age: 7 weeks Good with kids: Yes Good with dogs: Yes Good with cats:..." Learn more Tinker Toy Name: Tinker Toy Species: Dog Location: A Little Rr Animal Sanctuary, Poplar Grove, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Large, Male, Shepherd Good With: Kids, dogs and cats Description: "Name: Tinker Toy Breed: Shephard Mix Age: 7 weeks Good with kids: Yes Good with dogs: Yes Good with cats:..." Learn more Lego Name: Lego Species: Dog Location: A Little Rr Animal Sanctuary, Poplar Grove, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Large, Male, Shepherd Good With: Kids, dogs and cats Description: "Name: Lego Breed: Shephard Mix Age: 7 weeks Good with kids: Yes Good with dogs: Yes Good with cats: Yes..." Learn more GI Joe Name: GI Joe Species: Dog Location: A Little Rr Animal Sanctuary, Poplar Grove, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Large, Male, Labrador Retriever Pit Bull Terrier Mix Good With: Kids, dogs and cats Description: "Name: GI Joe Breed: Lab Mix Age: 7 weeks Good with kids: Yes Good with dogs: Yes Good with cats:..." Learn more Dale Name: Dale 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 Description: "Needs FVRCP 5/7/2021. Will need rabies at 16 weeks." Learn more Rambo Name: Rambo Species: Dog Location: The Barn On Baseline Animal Shelter Adoption Center, 16173 Baseline Road, Genoa, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Large, Male, German Shepherd Dog Good With: Kids and dogs Learn more Zeus Name: Zeus Species: Dog Location: Friends Forever Humane Society, 966 W. Rudy Road, Freeport, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Large, Male, Labrador Retriever Great Pyrenees Mix Learn more Ginger Name: Ginger Species: Cat Location: Friends Forever Humane Society, 966 W. Rudy Road, Freeport, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Female, Domestic Long Hair Domestic Short Hair Mix Learn more Terri Name: Terri Species: Cat Location: Friends Forever Humane Society, 966 W. Rudy Road, Freeport, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair Learn more Nutmeg Name: Nutmeg Species: Cat Location: Friends Forever Humane Society, 966 W. Rudy Road, Freeport, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Male, Domestic Short Hair Learn more Bagel Name: Bagel Species: Dog Location: Friends Forever Humane Society, 966 W. Rudy Road, Freeport, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Small, Male, Beagle Learn more Brandon Name: Brandon 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