🌟🐾 Paw-some Pick of the Day! 🐾🌟

We’re shining the spotlight on our pets with something special: each day, one amazing pet will be featured as our Paw-some Pick of the Day — and for that day only, their adoption fee is waived!

👉Friday, August 21st's ...Paw-some Pick is Columbus A0061343137!

Columbus is a handsome 5-year-old, 59-pound dog who's ready to chart a course toward his forever home!

Columbus came to Winnebago County Animal Services as a stray and, unfortunately, was never reclaimed. While we may not know much about his past, we do know that he's looking forward to a brighter future with a family who will love him for years to come.

While in our care, Columbus successfully completed a dog introduction with another dog here at the shelter. Staff noted that he was friendly and interactive throughout the meeting, while maintaining a lower-energy demeanor. He enjoyed spending time with his canine companion and showed appropriate, relaxed social skills during the interaction.

If you're looking for a dog who's friendly, easygoing, and enjoys the company of others without being over-the-top, Columbus may be the perfect addition to your family. He's hoping his next adventure is one that ends with a lifetime of love, comfort, and companionship.🐱🐶✨

🖱Click here to submit an Adoption Questionnaire - https://winnebagoanimals.org/adoption-application

🌟🐾 Paw-some Pick of the Day! 🐾🌟

We’re shining the spotlight on our pets with something special: each day, one amazing pet will be featured as our Paw-some Pick of the Day — and for that day only, their adoption fee is waived!

👉Thursday, August 20th's ...Paw-some Pick is Spaghetti A0061338792!

Spaghetti is a sweet girl who has been on quite the journey since arriving at WCAS—and she's finally ready to find a family of her own!

Spaghetti came to us as a stray and, sadly, no one came forward to reclaim her. When she first arrived, she was very nervous and understandably overwhelmed by the new environment. With patience, time, and lots of gentle socialization from our staff and volunteers, Spaghetti slowly began to come out of her shell and show us more of her personality.

When Spaghetti arrived, she was also on the thinner side and experienced some additional weight loss as she adjusted to the stress of shelter life. Our medical team developed a plan to help her gain weight and monitored her progress closely. Thanks to their care—and Spaghetti's cooperation—she's now healthy, feeling good, and ready for her next chapter!🐱🐶✨

🖱Click here to submit an Adoption Questionnaire - https://winnebagoanimals.org/adoption-application

✨🙏It's Wishlist Wednesday! 🙏✨

Our model is ❤Zipporah A0060994854❤ and is available for adoption here at WCAS!

Zipporah is a 2-year-old pup weighing 50 pounds who is ready to find a loving forever home. Zipporah came to us as a stray and was never reclaimed by ...an owner, so her exact background is unknown. What we do know is that this sweet, social girl has quickly won over the hearts of our staff and volunteers.

While here, Zipporah was involved in a bite incident - while completing an adoption meeting with one of the volunteers, Zipporah bit the volunteers hand twice. It was noted that the meeting was going very well and then Zipporah tried to go for her leash, which was in the adopter's hand. He redirected with a toy and she came back for the leash again resulting in two puncture wounds to his right hand. Zipporah then complete her bite quarantine here at our facility, and once completed, our team worked with Zipporah noting that she was able to be handled without issue; they also noted that although she did attempt to bite at the leash and play tug, she but made no attempts to physically bite the staff members who were working with her - our team has cleared her for adoption!

During her time at WCAS, Zipporah completed a successful dog intro with another dog here at the shelter. In fact, she's one of our team's go-to temperament test dogs because of her friendly and easygoing nature. Zipporah seems to get along with everyone she meets and is always happy to make a new friend!

Whether she's spending time with people or other dogs, Zipporah's cheerful personality shines through. She's hoping to find a family who will give her the love, stability, and adventures she's been waiting for.

Help us get to know Zipporah by meeting with her and seeing if she could be the right fit for your family! She can’t wait to meet you, so stop by the shelter during our open hours to meet Zipporah and the other pets waiting for their second chance at a forever home.

Due to their long time search for a forever home they’re part of the "Lonely Hearts Club" meaning half of their adoption fee has been covered by the WCAS Auxiliary!

Want to have your adoption application on file before you come? You can fill out an adoption application today right through our website!

This week, we're in need of the following item(s):
✨Large Dog Crates
✨Kitten Wet Food

Donations can be dropped off at our facility OR ordered & shipped to our address
- 4517 N. Main St. Rockford, IL 6110

🌟🐾 Paw-some Pick of the Day! 🐾🌟

We’re shining the spotlight on our pets with something special: each day, one amazing pet will be featured as our Paw-some Pick of the Day — and for that day only, their adoption fee is waived!

👉Wednesday, August 19th's ...Paw-some Pick is Helena A0061343023 !

Helena's journey to WCAS started after a bite incident involving her finder. Helena had been hanging around outside of their workplace, where they began leaving out food and water for her. The finder was able to pet Helena without issue, but when they attempted to scruff her, Helena made it clear that she was not a fan! She bit the finder's left index finger and scratched their wrist, resulting in three small puncture wounds.

Helena completed her required bite quarantine at WCAS, and once that was finished, our team spent time getting to know her. What we discovered? Helena is a friendly, vocal, and attention-loving girl who isn't shy about letting you know when she'd like some attention!

Now, Helena is ready to put her shelter chapter behind her and find a family she can love forever. She's been waiting patiently for her chance, and she can't wait to meet you! Stop by the shelter during our open hours to meet Helena and all of the other wonderful pets looking for their forever homes.🐱🐶✨

🖱Click here to submit an Adoption Questionnaire - https://winnebagoanimals.org/adoption-application

🌟🐾 Paw-some Pick of the Day! 🐾🌟

We’re shining the spotlight on our pets with something special: each day, one amazing pet will be featured as our Paw-some Pick of the Day — and for that day only, their adoption fee is waived!

👉Tuesday, August 18th's ...Paw-some Pick is Tate A0061332770!

Tate is a handsome 2-year-old pup weighing 43 pounds who is ready to find a family to call his own!

Tate came to us as a stray and, sadly, no one came forward to reclaim him. While we may not know much about his life before arriving at the shelter, we're excited to help him leave that chapter behind and start a new one with a family of his own.

During his time at WCAS, Tate completed a dog introduction with another male dog, and the meeting went well! It's always great to see our shelter dogs get the opportunity to make new friends and show us how they interact with canine companions.

At just 2 years old, Tate has plenty of life and adventures ahead of him. He's hoping to find a family who will give him the love, stability, and companionship he deserves.🐱🐶✨

🖱Click here to submit an Adoption Questionnaire - https://winnebagoanimals.org/adoption-application

🐾✨ WIFR Adopt 815 Pet of the Week: Gizmo! ✨🐾
https://www.rockfordnewsfirst.com/video/2026/08/17/adopt-815-meet-gizmo/

If your dream cat has luxurious ear floof, a rumbling purr, and a talent for giving affectionate head butts, then Gizmo is ready to make your ...acquaintance!

Gizmo came to Winnebago County Animal Services when his finder could no longer keep him due to having too many cats in the home. Now, this handsome guy is searching for a family all his own.

Photos don't do Gizmo justice—you have to meet him in person to truly appreciate what a sweetheart he is. He loves attention, is happiest when he's snuggled up close, and may just be the best cuddler in the building. If you're looking for a cat who wants to be your constant companion, Gizmo is your guy.

Come meet Gizmo at WCAS and see why everyone who meets him falls in love! ❤️🐱

📍 Winnebago County Animal
👉 Visit www.WinnebagoAnimals.org to view available pets and complete an adoption questionnaire.
🏡 Adopt Gizmo and gain a best friend for life!

Adopt 815: Meet ‘Gizmo’

www.rockfordnewsfirst.com

👀🚨Do you know any of these dogs (or this chicken)?🚨👀

‼️We currently have 91 dogs at our facility‼️
Our dog kennels are currently at maximum capacity - we are urgently hoping to reunite these dogs with their families.

👉If you believe one of these dogs is ...yours, please call us at 815-319-4100 and one of our call takers can speak with you about next steps OR stop by our facility.

👉We're open today (Monday 8/17) until 7pm.

👉Some of these dogs are available for preselect adoption, which means that although the dog is still on their stray hold period and awaiting reclaim by their owner, an interested adopter is able to complete an adoption application and pay the fee to pre-select the animal for adoption. If the dog is not reclaimed, the adoption is finalized and the dog can go home as soon as they're spayed/neutered.

UPDATE: Haley has been adopted!

💔 Senior dogs are often the most overlooked pets in shelters, yet they have so much love left to give. Haley has lost the only home she's ever known and is hoping someone will give her a second chance. ❤️

Meet Haley!

This sweet... 8-year-old Border Collie has quite the story. Haley originally came to Winnebago County Animal Services as a stray after being found in a citizen's backyard. A few days later, her owner came forward and made the heartbreaking decision to surrender her due to homelessness. He had Haley her entire life and described her as a wonderful companion—and we couldn't agree more.

Haley is house trained, leash trained, loves playing ball, and has been great with everyone she has met. She has done well with other dogs and is reported to be good with cats, children, and people of all ages. She truly is the definition of a good girl.

When Haley arrived, she was dealing with an infected toe that required medical treatment. We're happy to share that her toe has now been treated, and Haley is officially ready to find her new home! While she could still benefit from some weight loss and a dental in the future, she is feeling much better and ready to start her next chapter.

As one of our Golden Whiskers pets, Haley's adoption fee is 50% sponsored by the WCAS Auxiliary, making it even easier to give this deserving girl the second chance she needs.

At 8 years old, Haley is past the puppy stage but still has plenty of life, love, and tennis ball-chasing adventures ahead of her. She is looking for a family to spend her golden years with—a family that will see beyond her age and appreciate the loyal, loving companion she is.

To meet Haley, visit Winnebago County Animal Services during adoption hours. Please share to help this wonderful senior girl find the loving home she deserves! 🐾💛

👉 Visit www.WinnebagoAnimals.org to view available pets and complete an adoption questionnaire.

🌟🐾 Paw-some Pick of the Day! 🐾🌟

We’re shining the spotlight on our pets with something special: each day, one amazing pet will be featured as our Paw-some Pick of the Day — and for that day only, their adoption fee is waived!

👉Monday, August 17th's ...Paw-some Pick is Lola A0047464298!

Lola is ready to turn the page and begin her next chapter with a family to call her own. She came to Winnebago County Animal Services after her owner made the difficult decision to surrender her due to landlord issues. Through no fault of her own, Lola is now looking for a forever home where she can settle in and be loved.

During her time at the shelter, Lola successfully completed a dog introduction with another shelter dog. Staff noted that she was very friendly and eager to meet her canine companion right from the start, showing plenty of interest through the fence before the introduction began. Although she had a bit more energy than expected for her age, Lola greeted the other dog appropriately, initiated interaction several times, and maintained a positive, friendly demeanor throughout the entire interaction. Staff observed no signs of aggression or discomfort.

Lola's outgoing personality and positive social skills make her a wonderful candidate for a family looking for a loyal companion. Whether she's joining you for a walk, spending time in the backyard, or relaxing at home after a day of fun, Lola is ready to be by your side.🐱🐶✨

🖱Click here to submit an Adoption Questionnaire - https://winnebagoanimals.org/adoption-application