Springfield Area Pets Waiting To Be Adopted: Max, Tinker, Shadow & More

Springfield IL

08 February, 2022

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Looking to add a furry ball of four-legged love and affection to your family and give back to the Springfield community at the same time? Adopt a dog, cat or other kind of 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 pets and other companion animals are surrendered to animal pounds each year nationwide, according to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. Of those, approximately 3.3 million are dogs and 3.2 million are cats. Shelters often look after other animals in search of a permanent home as well, including pigs, birds and even horses. However, only around half of all shelter pets are adopted each year, ASPCA data shows. This means millions of animals — some right here in the Springfield area — are still waiting for their forever homes. If you need some help in your search, Patch and Petfinder have you covered. We round up a list each week of all the pets recently put up for adoption in your area. If you're a dog person, you might like Max, a Fox Terrier up for adoption. Or if cats are more your thing, there are several great cats available, too. 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]. Max Name: Max Species: Dog Location: Sangamon County Animal Control Center, 2100 Shale Rd, Springfield, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Male, Fox Terrier Description: "Max came in as an owner relinquish with his sister Tinker, he is a very nice friendly little guy about..." Learn more Tinker Name: Tinker Species: Dog Location: Sangamon County Animal Control Center, 2100 Shale Rd, Springfield, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Female, Fox Terrier Description: "Tinker is a an owner relinquish who came in with her brother Max she is about 6 months old. Tinker..." Learn more Shadow Name: Shadow Species: Dog Location: Sangamon County Animal Control Center, 2100 Shale Rd, Springfield, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Male, Pit Bull Terrier Description: "This friendly guy was brought in for adoption, he is about 2 years old" Learn more Oakley Name: Oakley Species: Dog Location: Sangamon County Animal Control Center, 2100 Shale Rd, Springfield, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Male, American Bulldog Description: "This nice boy is about 3 years old" Learn more Bilbo Name: Bilbo Species: Rabbit Location: Animal Protective League, 1001 Taintor Road, Springfield, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Male, American Learn more Hanna Name: Hanna Species: Dog Location: Animal Protective League, 1001 Taintor Road, Springfield, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, Pit Bull Terrier Description: "Hanna is a 6-year-old, 66-pound pit mix. If you are interested in adopting her, call the APL at 217-544-7387 or..." Learn more Snickers Name: Snickers Species: Cat Location: Animal Protective League, 1001 Taintor Road, Springfield, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair Description: "Snickers is a sweet, friendly 2-year-old brown tabby cat. He has FIV, which means he has a weaker immune system..." Learn more Gemini Name: Gemini Species: Dog Location: Animal Protective League, 1001 Taintor Road, Springfield, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Large, Male, Pit Bull Terrier Mixed Breed Mix Description: "Gemini is a handsome, friendly 6-year-old pit bull mix. If you are interested in adopting him, call the APL at..." Learn more Jinx Name: Jinx Species: Cat Location: Animal Protective League, 1001 Taintor Road, Springfield, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Senior, Large, Male, Domestic Short Hair Description: "Jinx is a fun, friendly 7-year-old black cat. He is a big guy (almost 14 pounds) who loves to cuddle..." Learn more Stella Name: Stella Species: Cat Location: Animal Protective League, 1001 Taintor Road, Springfield, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair Description: "Stella is a friendly, pretty 4-year-old orange and white cat. She has feline leukemia, which means she has a shorter..." Learn more Dexter Jr. Name: Dexter Jr. Species: Cat Location: Animal Protective League, 1001 Taintor Road, Springfield, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair Description: "Dexter Jr. is a friendly, affectionate 10-month-old brown tabby kitten. He has feline leukemia, which means he has a shorter..." Learn more Drusilla Name: Drusilla Species: Cat Location: Animal Protective League, 1001 Taintor Road, Springfield, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Senior, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair Description: "Drusilla is a nice, calm 9-year-old gray cat. Her face reads a little grumpy, but that's not true of her..." Learn more Chelsea Name: Chelsea Species: Cat Location: Animal Protective League, 1001 Taintor Road, Springfield, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Small, Female, Domestic Short Hair Description: "Chelsea is a sweet, petite 2-year-old tortoiseshell cat. She has feline leukemia, which means she has a shorter life expectancy..." Learn more Mr. Crowley Name: Mr. Crowley Species: Cat Location: Animal Protective League, 1001 Taintor Road, Springfield, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Large, Male, Domestic Short Hair Description: "Mr. Crowley is a friendly, curious 4-year-old gray tabby and white cat. He has FIV, which means he has a..." Learn more Edna Name: Edna Species: Cat Location: Animal Protective League, 1001 Taintor Road, Springfield, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Senior, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair Description: "Edna is an affectionate, calm 12-year-old black and white cat. If you are interested in adopting her, call the APL..." Learn more Jayda Name: Jayda Species: Cat Location: Animal Protective League, 1001 Taintor Road, Springfield, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Small, Female, Domestic Short Hair Description: "Jayda is a sweet, quiet 5-year-old brown tabby cat. She is diabetic, and will need extra care. If you are..." Learn more Garfield Name: Garfield Species: Cat Location: Animal Protective League, 1001 Taintor Road, Springfield, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Senior, Large, Male, Domestic Short Hair Learn more Monica Name: Monica Species: Cat Location: Animal Protective League, 1001 Taintor Road, Springfield, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Senior, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair Description: "Monica is a very sweet 15-year-old black and white cat. Her favorite activities are getting pets and eating treats. If..." Learn more Teddy Bear Name: Teddy Bear Species: Cat Location: Animal Protective League, 1001 Taintor Road, Springfield, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Large, Male, Domestic Medium Hair Description: "Teddy Bear is a handsome 3-year-old black medium hair cat. He is not a fan of the shelter and is..." Learn more Big John Name: Big John Species: Cat Location: Animal Protective League, 1001 Taintor Road, Springfield, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Senior, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair Description: "Big John isn't too big in size (about 10 pounds), but he has a very BIG personality! This 8-year-old gray..." Learn more Bane Name: Bane Species: Dog Location: Animal Protective League, 1001 Taintor Road, Springfield, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Male, Hound Mixed Breed Mix Description: "Bane is a 2-month-old hound mix puppy. If you are interested in adopting him, call the APL at 217-544-7387 or..." Learn more Dodge Name: Dodge Species: Cat Location: Animal Protective League, 1001 Taintor Road, Springfield, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair Description: "Dodge is a 4-year-old brown tabby and white cat. If you are interested in adopting him, call the APL at..." Learn more Pansy Name: Pansy Species: Dog Location: Animal Protective League, 1001 Taintor Road, Springfield, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Senior, Small, Female, Yorkshire Terrier Mixed Breed Mix Description: "Pansy is a 10-year-old, 13-pound Yorkie mix. If you are interested in adopting her, call the APL at 217-544-7387 or..." Learn more Harriet Name: Harriet Species: Cat Location: Animal Protective League, 1001 Taintor Road, Springfield, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Senior, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair Description: "Harriet is a friendly 7-year-old brown tabby cat. If you are interested in adopting her, call the APL at 217-544-7387..." Learn more Bruno Name: Bruno Species: Cat Location: Animal Protective League, 1001 Taintor Road, Springfield, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Large, Male, Domestic Short Hair Description: "Bruno is a 1-year-old brown tabby cat. If you are interested in adopting him, call the APL at 217-544-7387 or..." Learn more Jill Name: Jill Species: Dog Location: Animal Protective League, 1001 Taintor Road, Springfield, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Female, Labrador Retriever Mixed Breed Mix Description: "Jill is a 3-month-old black and tan Lab mix puppy. If you are interested in adopting her, call the APL..." Learn more Astro Name: Astro Species: Dog Location: Animal Protective League, 1001 Taintor Road, Springfield, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Male, Beagle Description: "Astro is a 2-month-old black and brown Beagle mix puppy. If you are interested in adopting him, call the APL..." Learn more Koa Name: Koa Species: Cat Location: Animal Protective League, 1001 Taintor Road, Springfield, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Medium, Male, Domestic Short Hair Description: "Koa is a talkative, outgoing 6-year-old orange tabby cat. If you are interested in adopting him, call the APL at..." Learn more Male Heeler Name: Male Heeler Species: Dog Location: Illinois Saint Bernard Rescue, Williamsville, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Male, Australian Cattle Dog / Blue Heeler Good With: Kids and dogs Description: "COURTESY POST::: This sweet boy and his twin sister are in need of new homes when their owner no longer..." Learn more