Friday, November 20, 2015
Available for Adoption: Sydney
Sydney is a female kitten that is being fostered for the Edgar County Humane Association. She is playful and healthy. Sydney has been around both dogs and cats. Her adoption fee is $60. The fee goes toward spaying Sydney, as well as her shots and worming medicine. Sydney is sure to be a great addition to any family.
Available for Adoption: Dallas
Dallas is an American Staffordshire Terrier Mix. She is black with brown, red, golden and chestnut coloring. She is an adult medium sized dog. Dallas is a beautiful dog that is playful and energetic. She is certain to add a smile to any family that is willing to add her to their family.
To inquire about adopting Dallas, please call or visit the Edgar County Humane Association and read over the adoption policies.
Edgar County Humane Society. (n.d.) Paris, Il. American Staffordshire Terrier Mix. Meet Dallas a Dog for Adoption. Retrieved October 31, 2015. http://www.adoptapet.com/pet/13836802-paris-illinois-american-staffordshire-terrier-mix
Forever Home
These are just a few of the beautiful animals that have joined their forever homes. The Edgar County Humane Association’s mission is to provide as many animals as possible with the same kind of happiness. In order to accomplish this endeavor, more animals need to be placed with families that will provide them the care, shelter, and love that they deserve.
Bailey
Bo
Jake with State Farm
TealAvailable for Adoption: Jett and Zander
Jett and Zander are twin brothers that are being fostered for the Edgar County Humane Association. The brothers are five and a half months old. Jett and Zander enjoy spending their days together and hope to be able to stay together in their forever home. The boys have been living with several other adult cats but have not been around dogs yet. These playful brothers would make wonderful pets for any family looking to expand. To adopt Jett and Zander or any of the available cats visit ECHA's Facebook page and request an application today!
Available for Adoption: Chandler
Chandler is an American pit bull and terrier mix. He is brindled colored with white coloring. Chandler is neutered and up to date on shots. He is good with kids, house-trained and will make a great addition to your family! Please contact the humane association to inquire about adoption and check your eligibility by looking over the adoption policies.
Edgar County Humane Society. (n.d.). Paris, IL - American Pit Bull Terrier Mix. Meet Chandler a Dog for Adoption. Retrieved October 31, 2015, from http://www.adoptapet.com/pet/14166374-paris-illinois-american-pit-bull-terrier-mix
Adopt Emily Today!
This black and white beauty is Emily! Emily is a female Labrador Retriever/Dalmation Mix. Emily is an adult female who gets along great with other animals. She is house trained and friendly. Emily is a unique looking girl that would be a great addition to any family!
To add Emily to your family look over the adoption policies to make sure you meet the requirements and contact the Edgar County Humane Association!
Edgar County Humane Society. (n.d.). Paris, IL - Labrador Retriever. Emily. Retrieved November 20, 2015, from http://www.adoptapet.com/pet/13836924-paris-illinois-labrador-retriever-mix
Adopt Alice today!
This beautiful dog is Alice! Alice is a male Shepherd/Labrador Retriever mix. Alice is a young, playful pup that gets along well with other dogs. Although he is shy at first, Alice warms up quickly and is a friendly and lovable dog. To adopt Alice read over the adoption policies and contact ECHA to add this beauty to your family!
Get Involved!
Getting involved with the Edgar County Humane Association (ECHA) can be as simple as you would like it to be! Not everyone can adopt or foster an animal. Whether it's because of unwilling roommates, lack of funds to own a pet, or simply because a family has too many animals already, some people might not be able to help in taking an animal home. Getting animals to their forever families is ECHA's main mission but there are many other opportunities in which you can assist.
Volunteer!
One of the easiest and most rewarding ways to help is to volunteer your time to the shelter. Volunteer jobs range from caring for the animals (walking them, playing with them, or bathing them) to caring for the facility (cleaning cages, the shelter, or helping with daily activities).
Salt Lake City Super Pet Adoption in Progress by maplegirlie licensed under CC BY-N.D 2.0
Donate!
Another wonderful way to provide assistance to the Edgar County Humane Association is to donate supplies. The abundance of animals that come through the doors of ECHA make restocking supplies a necessity. If you are unsure what items ECHA might need just ask yourself what your own pet needs and loves. You can also call the Edgar County Humane Association at (217) 466-9415 for specific items that are needed. Donatable items include food and water bowls, pet beds, towels, pet food, pet beds, collars, leashes, and grooming tools.
Animals like this sleepy pup love having their own toys to play with. Stuffed animals, tennis balls, rope toys, squeaky toys, and food puzzle toys are just a few examples of the many types of toys that animals would enjoy.
Ziva's Raccoon by Jenna Laird
Animal shelters like the Edgar County Humane Association also need other household cleaning items to help with the upkeep of the facility. A list of specific items ECHA uses can be obtained by calling the association at (217) 466-9415. Items such as disinfectant, paper towels, toilet paper, newspapers, towels, and even office supplies can be useful in ECHA's daily activities.
Cleaning by go_greener_oz licensed under CC by 2.0
Don't Count Me Out!
Did you know that black cats are less likely to be adopted? This is because of the superstition that follows them! "Black Cat Syndrome" is the idea that black cats are less likely to be adopted than their lighter colored counterparts, all because of their fur color! The superstition that follows black cats is everywhere, but it's nothing more than superstition! In fact, some superstitions actually say that owning a black cat is good luck. Please review the following links to find out more about "black cat syndrome"!
Pet Talk: 'Black cat syndrome' may be more myth than reality
Stigmas and Superstitions plague black pets
Black cats can make the best of pets! The ECHA currently has about 25 black cats and kittens that are looking for homes. Pictures and descriptions of each pet is listed below.
Pet Talk: 'Black cat syndrome' may be more myth than reality
Stigmas and Superstitions plague black pets
Black cats can make the best of pets! The ECHA currently has about 25 black cats and kittens that are looking for homes. Pictures and descriptions of each pet is listed below.
We are Jett and Zander! We are brothers and a little over 6 months old. We do everything together, including sleeping and playing. Please find our individual blog post and consider giving us a forever home!
Some of our black pets will be available for adoption at the PetSmart in Mattoon on Friday, November 27th and at Terri's Threads on the square for Christmas in Paris on Saturday, November 28th. Please consider making a black cat part of your family today!
Adopt Azreal Today!
This handsome male is Azreal. The gentleness is his eyes is an indication of the love that Azreal receives from his foster family. However, even the most loved foster deserves a forever home. Azreal is in need of a forever home that will show him as much kindness as he can show in return. This kind cat is sure to provide any family with a loving companion. To adopt Azreal or the other available cats simply go to ECHA's Facebook page and ask for an application.
"I adopted my dog from ECHA and he changed my life"
Hello, there! My name is Kelsie and I am happy to share an experience of adopting pets from the ECHA with the readers of this blog. At the time that my first dog was adopted, there was a shortage of space and lots of dogs needed immediate foster families. One of my roommates asked us if we would be willing to foster a dog: of course I would! The moment I walked into my apartment, I knew I was not just going to "foster" this pup. I was going to be his fur mom forever! For a week or so, Sam (then Scout) and I played it coy, but I eventually decided that it was time to take a big step. For the first time ever, I was going to have a dog of my very own!
As of Christmas 2013, Sam and I officially belonged to each other... The adoption fee for Sam was my favorite present that year!
Sam is now almost 3 and he is the biggest gentleman, as ever. He loves naps, playing with his fur brother, George, and giving side-eyes. He still knows the hand commands that he learned while he was in the care of the ECHA and his favorite treat is chicken nuggets from Chick Fil A. He most definitely has a special place in my heart and, on the days that he decides he wants to cuddle, I can tell I have a special place in his as well.
As of Christmas 2013, Sam and I officially belonged to each other... The adoption fee for Sam was my favorite present that year!
Sam is now almost 3 and he is the biggest gentleman, as ever. He loves naps, playing with his fur brother, George, and giving side-eyes. He still knows the hand commands that he learned while he was in the care of the ECHA and his favorite treat is chicken nuggets from Chick Fil A. He most definitely has a special place in my heart and, on the days that he decides he wants to cuddle, I can tell I have a special place in his as well.
Thursday, November 19, 2015
Available for adoption!
These three adorable kittens are available for adoption as soon as they are old enough. The kittens will come with a $65 adoption fee that covers their testing, de-worming, and spay/ neuter.
Wednesday, November 18, 2015
Available for Adoption: Penelope
Penelope is an American pit bull and terrier mix. She is brindled colored with white coloring. Penelope is spayed and up to date on shots. She is good with kids and will make a great addition to your family! If you are interested in adopting Penelope contact the humane association and make sure that you meet the adoption policies.
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