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Hank

Hank Needs a Home

Hank is a purebred Silky Terrier (weighing in at ~ 9lb.) who has spent his whole life living outside in a dog run with only a plastic travel crate for... [more] View All Adoptable Animals

Volunteer Appreciation Party

This year's volunteer holiday appreciation party Saturday, December 16, was a ton of fun. Marla and Howard, volunteer foster parents, allowed us to have the party at their doggy day... [more] View All Journal Entries

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Bell

Bell Needs a Home

There is a pending adoption for Bell.... [more] View All Adoptable Animals

Zion Assembly Great Success

Friday January 12 Christie Palmer and I went to Zion, IL. to do an educational program for the entire grammar school. There were over 500 children who attended. Zion is... [more] View All Journal Entries

Dr. Luaces Shows Kids Surgery Equipment

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Eddie

Eddie Needs a Home

*** COURTESY LISTING *** Eddie was born on the streets of a drug and gang infested town. He was rescued and is now looking for a forever home. He... [more] View All Adoptable Animals

Rural Shelter Gets Help

Each year through our non-profit organization, Animal Education and Rescue, we have three field trips that volunteers can participate in. Our second field trip was in June. Seven volunteers, three... [more] View All Journal Entries

Director Is MC

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Holly

Holly Needs a Home

We have a pending adoption for Holly... [more] View All Adoptable Animals

Volunteer Appreciation Party

This year's volunteer holiday appreciation party Saturday, December 16, was a ton of fun. Marla and Howard, volunteer foster parents, allowed us to have the party at their doggy day... [more] View All Journal Entries

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The Pets

Lexi

Lexi

Age: ~ 13 weeks
Breed: Chihuahua
Gender: Female

Lexi is three month old purebred chihuahua. She was purchased at a pet store by a woman who didn't realize how much work it was to take care of a puppy. Lexi is very sweet and getting used to socializing with other dogs.

For more information, contact AEAR at (847) 816-0831 or visit... www.aear.org



Goose

Goose

Age: ~ 5 years
Breed: Jack Russell Terrier
Gender: Male

Goose is a four-year-old purebred Jack Russell terrier. He was given up by his owners because they are in the military and are being transferred to Japan. Because their dogs would have to be in quarantine for six months they did not think it was fair to the dogs. Goose is good with cats, dogs and kids. He loves to play with toys and loves tog-of-war. He would be best in a home with a secured yard or he will have to always be leashed because as like many terriers he plays the come get me game when loose and doesn't come when called if he gets loose. Goose is all the great qualities of the Jack Russell Terrier and really none of the bad.

For more information, contact AEAR at (847) 816-0831 or visit... www.aear.org



Socks

Socks

Age: ~ 2 years
Breed: Labrador and border collie mix
Gender: Male

Socks is a one-year-old lab and border collie mix, at least that is our best guess. He was originally adopted from a shelter by a family in the military. We don't know his story before that. He was given up because his owners were being transferred to Japan. Because their dogs would have to be in quarantine for six months they did not think it was fair to the dogs. Socks is a young and energetic dog. He is not hyper but very excitable when he sees people because he is so friendly. He craves attention and would love a family with kids that will play with him or any family who likes to go for walks, play with toys with their dog and maybe even go to the dog park. Socks is an ideal dog for any good family and is very eager to please. He is extremely sweet and deserves a forever family that will play and cuddle with him. Socks is good with dogs and cats too. He loves toys and tug-of-war.

For more information, contact AEAR at (847) 816-0831 or visit... www.aear.org



Kimmie

Kimmie

Age: ~ 3 years
Breed: Domestic Shorthair
Gender: Female

Kimmie is a sweet and friendly, petite cat. She was found as a stray pregnant had her kittens and all her kittens were adopted. Kimmie tested positive for FIV which means she needs to be an only cat but can live with dogs. She lives with dogs now. With good care Kimmie should live a long life. Please consider this special kitty.

For more information, contact AEAR at (847) 816-0831 or visit... www.aear.org



Tippy

Tippy

Age: ~ 2 years
Breed: Domestic short hair
Gender: Female

Tippy is a very sweet mama cat who is around two years old. Tippy had a litter of kittens and is now ready for a new home. She is very skinny because of her seven nursing kittens. Tippy needs to gain weight and be a kitten herself now. Her kittens are being weaned now. We are looking for either a foster or forever home for her. Please consider this deserving cat.

For more information, contact AEAR at (847) 816-0831 or visit... www.aear.org



Pixie

Pixie

Age: ~ 10 months
Breed: Chihuahua and Italian Greyhound mix
Gender: Female

Pixie is an extremely friendly and outgoing little chihuahua/Italian Greyhound mix. She is six months old and very skinny right now. She'll get lots of food and will be fattened up in no time. She was given up by her owners. Obviously not good dog owners if they can't even feed her enough that she's not skin and bones.

For more information, contact AEAR at (847) 816-0831 or visit... www.aear.org



Elf

Elf

Age: ~ 8 weeks
Breed: domestic short hair
Gender: Male

Elf was born November 26. We are taking applications. Approved applications can pick out their kitten and with a deposit can adopt. The kitten will be able to go home at eight weeks old.

For more information, contact AEAR at (847) 816-0831 or visit... www.aear.org



Chris

Chris

Age: ~ 8 weeks
Breed: Domestic Shorthair
Gender: Male

Chris was born November 26. We are taking applications. Approved applications can pick out their kitten and with a deposit can adopt. The kitten will be able to go home at eight weeks old.

For more information, contact AEAR at (847) 816-0831 or visit... www.aear.org



Bell

Bell

Age: ~ 8 weeks
Breed: Domestic Shorthair
Gender: Female

There is a pending adoption for Bell.

For more information, contact AEAR at (847) 816-0831 or visit... www.aear.org



Rudolph

Rudolph

Age: ~ 8 weeks
Breed: Domestic Shorthair
Gender: Female

Rudolph was born November 26. We are taking applications. Approved applications can pick out their kitten and with a deposit can adopt. The kitten will be able to go home at eight weeks old.

For more information, contact AEAR at (847) 816-0831 or visit... www.aear.org



Holly

Holly

Age: ~ 8 weeks
Breed: Domestic Shorthair
Gender: Female

We have a pending adoption for Holly

For more information, contact AEAR at (847) 816-0831 or visit... www.aear.org



Noel

Noel

Age: ~ 8 weeks
Breed: Domestic Shorthair
Gender: Female

Noel was born missing a front leg. She seems to be doing fine with three legs, she knows no different. Noel was born November 26. We are taking applications. Approved applications can pick out their kitten and with a deposit can adopt. The kitten will be able to go home at eight weeks old. There is a pending adoption for Noel.

For more information, contact AEAR at (847) 816-0831 or visit... www.aear.org



Jingles

Jingles

Age: ~ 8 weeks
Breed: Domestic Shorthair
Gender: Female

We have a pending adoption for Jingles

For more information, contact AEAR at (847) 816-0831 or visit... www.aear.org



Eddie

Eddie

Age: ~ 3 years
Breed: Labrador Retriever/Chow Chow Mix
Gender: Male

*** COURTESY LISTING *** Eddie was born on the streets of a drug and gang infested town. He was rescued and is now looking for a forever home. He is playful, very sociable and absolutely adores other dogs of all sizes. Because of Eddie's energetic nature, we recommend him with kids over 12. He will also need a fenced yard (preferably 5' minimum). Eddie has never lived in a home and will need a patient family willing to give him the support and training he needs. He is a very sweet boy and deserves a chance at life with a family to call his own. *** To inquire about Eddie, please call Cindy at (847) 975-1041

For more information, contact AEAR at (847) 816-0831 or visit... www.aear.org



Binky

Binky

Age: ~ 1 year
Breed: Chihuahua
Gender: Female

Binky is an adorable 1 year old chihuahua. She is good with dogs, cats and kids once she gets to know them. She is very loving with her caretakers. Binky is on medication for incontinence. It could cost $20/month for the medication.

For more information, contact AEAR at (847) 816-0831 or visit... www.aear.org



Oreo

Oreo

Age: ~ 1 year
Breed: Dutch Rabbit
Gender: Female

This is one of two female domestic rabbits that were rescued by Humane Investigators after a third rabbit was killed, skinned and eaten by their owner. These rabbits were emaciated when we found them. They are both very friendly and hop right up to you to greet you.

For more information, contact AEAR at (847) 816-0831 or visit... www.aear.org



Adante (PLEASE HELP!)

Adante (PLEASE HELP!)

Age: ~ 4 years
Breed: American Pit Bull Terrier
Gender: Male

****Attention: This is a courtesy listing for Bombshell Bullie Rescue**** Please contact them for adoption and any questions you may have. Email: bombshellbullies@hotmail.com Website: www.bombshellbullies.com Phone: 630-336-0458 Adante will break your heart when you hear his story. He has been in rescue for four years sitting in a kennel. Another dog who got lost in the shuffle and doesn’t understand why his family has come to adopt him. Four years ago he was picked up by animal control and sent off to be euthanized, he was given a sedative before he was set to be put to sleep but the animal control officer had second thoughts and drove back and got there just in time. He has been down a long road and is still in love with everyone he meets. Before he came into rescue he was teased mercifully by the children next door , they taunted him, threw rocks and he was tied up so there is nothing you can do. He has been the “pappa” figure to all of the other dogs that come into rescue. He loves to play ball and go for car rides. He carries his stuffed animal every where he goes. He may be already five years old, but he still has a lot of love to give and will make some one a awesome companion. It’s best he goes to a house with no children its been hard for him to get past what the other children he has done to him. Will you give Adante a chance to get out of the kennel and actually be able to sleep in a house?

For more information, contact AEAR at (847) 816-0831 or visit... www.aear.org



Saki

Saki

Age: ~ 4 years
Breed: Pit Bull Terrier
Gender: Female

***This is a courtesy listing for Bombshell Bullie Rescue*** Please contact them for adoption and any questions you may have. Email bombshellbullies@hotmail.com Website www.bombshellbullies.com Phone 630-336-0458. Saki has been waiting to be adopted for four years. There is absolutely no reason why this poor girl can’t have a real family to call her own. She has been lost in the shuffle and has been over looked because of the younger and “prettier” dogs. She is completely house broken, loves to snuggle, and occasionally take a swim in the baby pool. She has been an only dog for so long it’s best she is adopted as an only child. She is great with children and everyone she who wants to meet her Saki was adopted out for a short time, but then her young owner hit hard times and gave her up. And so Saki's heart was broken a second time. This time, we're determined: Saki's going to get the best home ever. PLEASE, please open your heart...and give this exceptional lady a second look.

For more information, contact AEAR at (847) 816-0831 or visit... www.aear.org



Mittens

Mittens

Age: ~ 1 year
Breed: DSH
Gender: Female

Mittens is a sweet tuxedo dsh who recently delivered 5 kittens who will also be available for adoption end of September beginning October 2008.

For more information, contact AEAR at (847) 816-0831 or visit... www.aear.org



Stevie (Great with dogs!)

Stevie (Great with dogs!)

Age: ~ 1 year
Breed: DSH
Gender: Male

Stevie is a sweet and friendly 1 year old cat that was taken from his owner due to neglect. Stevie is excellent with dogs and cats. He has been known to even warmly welcome a new foster dog by snoozing with them in their crate! He is the greatest cat. Very affectionate and loving. He deserves to have a good home after his rough start in life. His sibling Mr. Gray was adopted months ago. Why doesn't anyone want poor little stevie? Won't you open up your home and heart to this warm and friendly feline?

For more information, contact AEAR at (847) 816-0831 or visit... www.aear.org



Hank

Hank

Age: ~ 6 years
Breed: Silky Terrier
Gender: Male

Hank is a purebred Silky Terrier (weighing in at ~ 9lb.) who has spent his whole life living outside in a dog run with only a plastic travel crate for shelter. At 6 years old, his owners finally decided to give him up. He is now enjoying life in a foster home as an indoor dog. Hank is now looking for a forever home. Hank is not yet housebroken. We are working on crate training and in the meantime, when he is playing in the house he wears a belly band (dog diaper for boys) which does wonders for preventing accidents from damaging the house. Hank is a bundle of energy. He will need an ample amount of exercise to help him expend this pent up energy. He has a very dominant personality and will also need consistent training to help him reinforce good behaviors. Since he does not do well at the groomer he has been given a short haircut so he doesn't have to go through the stress of getting groomed as much. He is very outgoing, loves giving kisses and is good with dogs and cats. We do not recommend him to go to a home with young children. UPDATE 12/18/2008 Hank makes a great walking buddy. He likes the bonding time, doesn't pull and walks right by your side. He has been getting twice daily walks in the morning and before bedtime and it has already been helping relieve a lot of his anxiety in the house. UPDATE 12/30/2008 Hank was diagnosed by our vet with liver issues. We are currently in the process of figuring out more specifics and what the treatment is. If you are interested in adopting Hank please feel free to submit an application, but be aware he is not available for meetings or to adopt until we know more about his medical condition. Please keep Hank in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time for him. If you are interested in helping with Hank's medical bills and care you can donate in honor of Hank. Thank you for your support. UPDATE 1/2/2009 Hank is being retested in about a week to see what his liver levels are, but thanks to some medicine he has started feeling much better and his back to his old hyperactive, playful, terrier self. Below is a video of him trying to demolish a toy. Shortly after the video was taken, he managed to amputate a tag, leg and ear. The poor dog toy never even saw it coming. Hank on the other hand had a marvelous time!

For more information, contact AEAR at (847) 816-0831 or visit... www.aear.org



Cody

Cody

Age: ~ 10 months
Breed: DSH
Gender: Male

Cody is a sweet little white and tabby kitty who is approximately 9 months old at present. His litter mates have been adopted. He is the only one left. He needs a home to call his own. Won't you consider helping out poor little Cody? He is up to date on shots and neutered and is good with kids.

For more information, contact AEAR at (847) 816-0831 or visit... www.aear.org



Clyde

Clyde

Age: ~ 4 years
Breed: Border Collie Mix
Gender: Male

Clyde is a four-year-old border collie mix. He is very sweet and loyal once you get to know him. He is shy with new people. He had a rough start living as a stray in the city being fed by a woman who claimed "he wasn't hers" yet he came and went from her backyard as he saw fit and was fed by her. We were also told by numerous neighbor kids that she beat him with sticks and brooms. He was taken by our humane investigators. He is now neutered, up-to-date on shots, heartworm tested, given frontline and heartguard and lives with dogs, cats and a family. He needs a patient, loving family that understands border collie behavior, some of which is jumping fences and being leery of strangers. He would do best in a quiet home without lots of people coming and going.

For more information, contact AEAR at (847) 816-0831 or visit... www.aear.org



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