Rockford Area Pets Waiting To Be Adopted: Meet Pebbles & More

Rockford IL

12 April, 2022

10:21 AM

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Do you want to add a shaggy ball of four-legged love and affection to your family and do something good for the world at the same time? Perhaps it's time to adopt a pet! Many animal shelters in Rockford and environs are still working to find forever homes for dozens of cats, dogs and other adorable critters coming through. Over 6 million pets and other companion animals are given to rescue organizations each year nationwide, according to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. 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 Rockford area — are still waiting for their forever homes. If you need some help in your search, Patch and Petfinder have you covered. We've created this week's list of animals available for adoption near you. If you're a dog person, meet Rascal , a Chocolate Labrador Retriever mix up for adoption. If cats are more your thing, there are several great cats 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. 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]. Rascal Name: Rascal Species: Dog Location: Care For Pets, Rockford, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Large, Male, Chocolate Labrador Retriever Pit Bull Terrier Mix Good With: Dogs Description: "Rascal came to us after a community member saw him in a dire situation, took him into her home but..." Learn more Pebbles Name: Pebbles Species: Cat Location: Paws Humane Society, 7282 N Cherryvale Mall Dr, Rockford, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Female, Domestic Short Hair Description: "Pebbles was found at a cat colony, far too friendly to belong there. She was moved to a foster home..." Learn more Mega / Mason Name: Mega / Mason 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: "Mega & Mason are bonded 5 mo. old brothers that we will adopt out as a pair only.Please submit an..." Learn more Waldo Name: Waldo Species: Dog Location: Boone County Animal Services, 4546 Squaw Prairie Road, Belvidere, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Male, Australian Shepherd Description: "Meet WALDO! Waldo was never reclaimed by his owner, after his stray hold. Thanks to the good Samaritan who witnessed..." Learn more Axel Name: Axel Species: Dog Location: Glory Bound Rescue Farm, Marengo, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Large, Male, Husky German Shepherd Dog Mix Good With: Kids and dogs Description: "Hello, my name is Axel. I'm approx 4 years old, neutered, up to date on shots, and weigh about 60..." Learn more Waverly Name: Waverly Species: Dog Location: Starfish Animal Rescue, Marengo, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Female, Chihuahua Good With: Dogs Description: "Waverley is Eggstremely Hoppy to let you know that she is ready to find her Forever Family! She's around 12wks..." Learn more Ripley Name: Ripley Species: Dog Location: Starfish Animal Rescue, Marengo, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Small, Female, Chihuahua Good With: Dogs Description: "Ripley is so Eggcited to let you know that she is ready to find her Forever Family! She's around 12wks..." Learn more Goliath Name: Goliath Species: Dog Location: Stephenson County Animal Control, 321 E. South St., Freeport, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Large, Male, Labrador Retriever Description: "Goliath is a courtesy posting for the Freeport City Animal Control please call (815)235-8210. Goliath turned 2 years old on..." Learn more Dennis Name: Dennis Species: Dog Location: The Barn On Baseline Animal Shelter Adoption Center, 16173 Baseline Road, Genoa, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Male, Australian Shepherd Learn more Tank Name: Tank Species: Dog Location: The Barn On Baseline Animal Shelter Adoption Center, 16173 Baseline Road, Genoa, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Young, Medium, Male, Black Mouth Cur Learn more Tasha Name: Tasha Species: Dog Location: Friends Forever Humane Society, 966 W. Rudy Road, Freeport, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Small, Female, Pug Chihuahua Mix Good With: Dogs Learn more Scarlett Name: Scarlett Species: Dog Location: Friends Forever Humane Society, 966 W. Rudy Road, Freeport, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Baby, Medium, Female, Siberian Husky Mixed Breed Mix Learn more Charlie Name: Charlie Species: Dog Location: Friends Forever Humane Society, 966 W. Rudy Road, Freeport, IL Age, Size, Sex, Breed: Adult, Small, Male, Cocker Spaniel Good With: Dogs Learn more