‼🎉ADOPTION UPDATE!🎉‼

❤Remember Stunna(now Knox)???❤

Knox came to WCAS in early May as an owner surrender after his owner encountered landlord issues and could no longer keep him. While we know saying goodbye was difficult, we were determined to help Knox find the ...happy ending he deserved.

Three weeks after arriving at the shelter, Knox was adopted and headed home with his new family. ❤️

We're so excited to see Knox starting his next chapter with the people who will love him and cherish him for years to come.

Knox's adopter shared this wonderful update with us - you'll want to turn up the volume on the video😆!
🐾Stunna now Knox made himself at home right away. He loves swimming, car rides, allll the toys, walks, playing in his yard and he’s the best snuggler. He snores like he’s never slept before and he really is the best boy ❤️🐾

👉Interested in creating your own adoption story?
Visit our website - www.WinnebagoAnimals.org -to complete an adoption questionnaire!

👉If you've adopted from WCAS and would like to share an update & photos, you can message us OR send us an email at wcas@wcas.wincoil.go

🎉🐾 Today's Paw-some Pick Has Found a Home! 🐾🎉

We’re SO excited to share that Hera has officially gone home!
❤️We couldn’t be happier to see them start their next chapter with a loving family!!!

✨We're on a roll! That's our 3rd Paw-some Pick... adoption this week!✨

📣A huge thank you to everyone who’s been liking, commenting, and sharing our Paw-some Pick of the Day posts — your support truly helps our animals get seen and find homes faster. Every share makes a difference!

👉Check back Sunday night for Monday's Paw-some Pick announcement!

Keep following along and continue spreading the word — you never know which Paw-some Pick might be the next to find their forever home! 🏡

🌟🐾 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!

👉Saturday, August 15th's ...Paw-some Pick is Hera A0054674358!

Hera is a beautiful 7-year-old, 70-pound dog who's ready for a fresh start—and this time, she's hoping it's forever.

Hera is no stranger to Winnebago County Animal Services. Since May 2024, she's found her way to our shelter as a stray four separate times. Each time before, she was reunited with her owner. Sadly, during her most recent visit, her adopter never came to reclaim her. Now, through no fault of her own, Hera is available for adoption and looking for the loving, lifelong home she truly deserves.

Despite the uncertainty she's experienced, Hera continues to look toward the future with hope. She's ready to leave her days of wandering behind and become a cherished member of a family that will provide her with the stability, love, and commitment every dog deserves.

At 7 years old, Hera has reached a wonderful stage of life where she can appreciate both adventures and quiet moments spent with the people she loves. She's hoping her next journey will be the one that lasts a lifetime.

If you're looking for a loyal companion who's ready to settle into her forever home, come meet Hera during our adoption hours. She can't wait to find the family she's been waiting for.🐱🐶✨

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

🎉🐾 Today's Paw-some Pick Has Found a Home! 🐾🎉

We’re SO excited to share that Zeke has officially gone home!
❤️We couldn’t be happier to see them start their next chapter with a loving family!!!

📣A huge thank you to everyone who’s been liking, ...commenting, and sharing our Paw-some Pick of the Day posts — your support truly helps our animals get seen and find homes faster. Every share makes a difference!

👉Tomorrow's Paw-some Pick will be announced tonight!

Keep following along and continue spreading the word — you never know which Paw-some Pick might be the next to find their forever home! 🏡

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

‼️We currently have 102 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 (Friday 8/14) until 5pm.

👉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.

🌟🐾 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 14th's ...Paw-some Pick is Zeke A0061311541!

This handsome 4-year-old, 50-pound boy is ready to find the forever home he's been waiting for! Zeke came to Winnebago County Animal Services as a stray and, unfortunately, was never reclaimed. While his past remains a mystery, he's looking forward to a future filled with love, stability, and a family to call his own.

At 4 years old, Zeke is at a wonderful stage in life—past the puppy phase but still young enough to enjoy plenty of adventures. Whether it's joining you on daily walks, exploring new places, or relaxing at home after a fun day, Zeke is ready to be your loyal companion through it all.

Zeke is hoping for a family that will give him the chance to settle into a loving home where he can truly thrive. In return, he's ready to offer companionship, loyalty, and plenty of happy moments for years to come.

If you're looking for a handsome, well-rounded dog who's ready for a fresh start, come meet Zeke during our adoption hours. He just might be the perfect addition to your family!🐱🐶✨

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

🐾 Eyewitness News Pet of the Week: Vienna! 🐾

Meet Vienna, a 4-month-old puppy with a heart full of love and a lap-dog personality! ❤️

Vienna came to WCAS as a stray alongside her two littermates. While her siblings quickly found homes, sweet Vienna is still waiting for ...someone to see just how special she is.

This adorable girl loves people and isn't shy about showing it. She'll happily crawl right into your lap, soak up all the attention she can get, and make friends with everyone she meets. Vienna is working on her leash skills, but for now she would much rather be carried around like the princess she believes she is. 👑🐶

A busy shelter is no place for a puppy to grow up. With our shelter overcrowded and so many animals waiting for homes, we're hoping Vienna's appearance on Eyewitness News this morning helps her find the family she's been dreaming of.

Come meet Vienna and see why everyone who meets her falls in love! 💕 Please share to help this sweet girl find her forever home.

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

🐾📢📢WCAS is hiring!📢📢🐾

We are seeking candidates for a full-time Animal Services Officer position.

If you're looking for a job that allows you to make a direct impact on the lives of animals, this is the job for you! Our animal control officers are ...compassionate, driven, enthusiastic individuals who are comfortable working with the public and a variety of animal species. They care deeply about both human and animal lives and are eager to be a part of proactive efforts in the community to assist both.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Answering and investigating calls relating to animals that are loose, injured, stray, abused, etc., and impounding animals when necessary, investigating animal bites by verifying animal vaccination and registration, enforcing Animal Control Acts and ordinances by issuing citations to violators, maintaining records, preparing reports, investigating and testifying in court, and preforming all duties in accordance with county policies and procedures.

This is an excellent opportunity to be part of an organization contributing to the health and well-being of the animals in our community and saving lives!
Interested or know someone who may be?

⬇️Click the link below for the job descriptions and link to apply⬇️
https://my.wincoil.gov/ess/employmentopportunities/default.aspx

🌟🐾 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 13th's ...Paw-some Pick is Aria A0061311543!

Aria is a sweet 1-year-old, 33-pound dog whose resilience and joyful spirit have carried her through a difficult start. Now fully healed, she's ready to find the loving forever home she deserves.

Aria came to WCAS as a stray with a limp affecting her front right leg. Upon arrival, our medical team quickly discovered she had an open wound that required immediate attention. She underwent wound closure surgery and spent the following weeks under the close care and supervision of our veterinary staff as she recovered.

Thanks to the dedication of our medical team—and Aria's incredible resilience—she has healed beautifully and is now medically cleared for adoption. Her difficult past is behind her, and she's ready to begin a brand-new chapter filled with love, comfort, and stability.

At just 1 year old, Aria has her whole life ahead of her. She's looking for a family who will cherish her, help her continue to thrive, and give her the happy ending she's worked so hard for.

If you're looking for a wonderful companion with an inspiring story and an even bigger heart, come meet Aria during our adoption hours. She can't wait to find the forever family she's been waiting for.🐱🐶✨

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