Meet Cubby, A Homerun of a Cat

Patch regularly features pets available for adoption from C.A.R.E. at Evanston's Animal Shelter.

Cubby's a homerun of a cat. He says, "I'm a real sweetie pie and all the C.A.R.E. volunteers love me. I'll roll over on my back when you pick me up and when you give me a hug. I purr and purr all day long, but also love to play. My favorite toy is the cat charmer snake and I'll hunt and pounce! Please come meet to see how adorable and sweet I am." Cubby's Stats: C.A.R.E. to Meet Cubby? Please come to C.A.R.E., 2310 Oakton St., Evanston, to meet Cubby and speak to an adoption counselor. Adoption hours are Monday through Thursday, 6-8 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday, noon-3:30 p.m. Visit C.A.R.E. online at care-evanston.org. Follow C.A.R.E. on Facebook for pet updates and news--facebook.com/CAREevanston.

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Jennifer Fisher

4:21 pm on Monday, April 1, 2013

Thanks for letting us know, Patsy! He looks like a sweetheart.   more ›

Patch Pets: Addison

You won't have to worry about her making a mess.

Addison is a gorgeous 3-year-old Maine Coon mix who is very content to lie at your side and be petted. She's sweet and friendly and loves to watch the birds outside the window. Recently, she had a litter of three kittens. She also readily accepted a stray and raised all the kittens together. She's a tidy kitty who keeps the area around her food very clean and always uses her litter box. Now that her motherly duties are behind her, she longs to be pampered in a forever home. Can you make Addison's dream come true? Adoption Information- In celebration of National Adopt-A-Shelter-Cat Month, Heartland's cat adoption fee is $90.  The adoption fee includes up-to-date vaccinations, spay/neuter, deworming, FIV/Feline Leukemia test, and a microchip…

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Patch Pets: Brewno

Each week, we feature cats and dogs available for adoption from Heartland Animal Shelter in Northbrook.

BREWNO is a handsome 71-pound Boxer who is 2 years old.  Brewno came to Heartland when his previous owner could no longer afford to care for him.  He is a very calm and well mannered boy.  He walks very nicely on a leash and he enjoys spending time with his new volunteer friends.  Brewno's previous owner said that he does well with cats and children.  If you are looking for a wonderful new dog to love, then hurry in to meet Brewno today! Adoption Information - Heartland's Dog Adoption fee of $225 includes up-to-date vaccinations, spay/neuter, deworming, Heartworm test, and a microchip.  Puppy adoption fees are slightly higher and reduced rates are often offered for special needs dogs. Heartland Animal Shelter, at 2975 Milwaukee Avenue in …

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Patch Pets: Dolly

Each week, we feature cats and dogs available for adoption from Heartland Animal Shelter in Northbrook.

Dolly is a genuine doll. She was found abandoned in a garage and was so grateful to have been rescued.  This little lady is a striking 4-1/2-year-old brown and white tabby with a beautiful pattern in her fur.  Her face is perfectly round, giving her a wide-eyed, angelic appearance.  Dolly wants to be a "people cat" and is very sweet.  You must come by and meet her soon.  She'd love nothing more than to be snuggled up with you in a forever home! Adoption Information- Heartland's Cat Adoption fee of $100 includes up-to-date vaccinations, spay/neuter, deworming, FIV/Feline Leukemia test, and a microchip.  Kitten adoption fees are slightly higher and reduced rates are often offered for special needs cats. Heartland Animal Shelter, at 2975 …

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Patch Pets: Quickstep

Each week, we feature cats and dogs available for adoption from Heartland Animal Shelter in Northbrook.

QUICKSTEP is a very friendly 11-month-old lap cat.  He is a super fun guy that absolutely loves having his ears and neck scratched, and he will roll his head to the side to let you know just how much he appreciates the massage.  Quickstep was found outside as a young kitten in December of 2010 by a Good Samaritan.  He has the shiniest black coat with very cute stripes underneath.  Quickstep asks that you step it up and come out soon for a visit.  He's really hoping that you'll find his the boy for you! Adoption Information- Heartland's Cat Adoption fee of $100 includes up-to-date vaccinations, spay/neuter, deworming, FIV/Feline Leukemia test, and a microchip.  Kitten adoption fees are slightly higher and reduced rates are often offered for…

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Patch Pets: Jacky

Each week, we feature cats and dogs available for adoption from Heartland Animal Shelter.

JACKY- "Pick me! Pick Me!"  That is what Jacky's eyes will say to you when you come into Heartland to meet him.  Sweet Jacky is a 3-year-old German Shepherd mix who came from Southern Indiana to find his home.  Jacky is very calm and well-behaved!  He loves when it is his turn to go out for a walk.  He soaks up all of the attention he can get.  If you are looking for a great companion, Jacky would love to meet you! Adoption Information- Heartland's Dog Adoption fee of $225 includes up-to-date vaccinations, spay/neuter, deworming, Heartworm test, and a microchip.  Puppy adoption fees are slightly higher and reduced rates are often offered for special needs dogs. Heartland Animal Shelter, at 2975 N. Milwaukee Ave., in Northbrook, is open …

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Patch Pets: Daffodill

Each week, we feature cats and dogs available for adoption from Heartland Animal Shelter.

DAFFODILL is as delicate as her flower namesake!  This petite medium-haired beauty has a tiny face that still looks kitten-like, even though she is now 2-1/2 years old.  She has the prettiest green eyes, too.  Daffodill is sweet and loves people. She was rescued from a group in Jasper County, Illinois, and is happy to be at Heartland while waiting for her new special person or family. Adoption Information- Heartland's Cat Adoption fee includes up-to date vaccinations, spay/neuter, deworming, FIV/Feline Leukemia test, and microchip.  June is "Adopt a Shelter Cat" month and Heartland's Cat Adoption fee for this month is $85 for a cat and $150 for a pair of kittens. Heartland Animal Shelter, at 2975 Milwaukee Ave. in Northbrook, is open from …

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Patch Pets: Patch

Each week, we feature cats and dogs available for adoption from Heartland Animal Shelter.

PATCH is a very sweet, outgoing, and adventurous 9 week old gray and white kitten.  She came to Heartland with her four siblings who were all found as strays.  After a long day of exploring, Patch loves to cuddle up with people. Adoption Information - Heartland's Cat Adoption fee of $100 includes up-to-date vaccinations, spay/neuter, deworming, FIV/Feline Leukemia test, and a microchip.  The adoption fee for kittens is $125 and for a pair of kittens it is $200. Heartland Animal Shelter, at 2975 Milwaukee Ave., in Northbrook, is open from 4-7 p.m on Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday and 12-4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.  More animals available for adoption can be found at www.heartlandanimalshelter.net.

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Sara Fay

11:57 pm on Monday, May 30, 2011

I love her name!   more ›

The Mom Next Door

Four-Legged Friends in Need

Animal welfare groups and food pantries provide assistance for pets whose owners have fallen on hard times

The ASPCA estimates that between 5 million 7 million cats and dogs wind up in shelters every year. The reasons vary, but many are given up by their owners. Nearly half are euthanized because no one adopts them. This weighed heavily in my decision to go to a local shelter, rather than a pet store or breeder, when I adopted a dog back in September. At the time, a staff member at the shelter told me that I was really saving two animals: my dog Kara and the dog she was leaving a space for. The past two years have seen unprecedented overcrowding in animal shelters because of the economy. Many local organizations like Heartland Animal Shelter in Northbrook and Save A Pet in Gurnee, both of which have a no-kill policy, report that pet …

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