👀🚨Do you know any of these dogs?🚨👀

‼️We have over 90 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 7/27) 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.

🌟🐾 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, July 27th's Paw-some ...Pick is Journey Reign A0061226350!

This beautiful 7-year-old, 49-pound girl is looking for a fresh start after finding herself in the shelter through no fault of her own. Journey Reign originally came to us as a stray, and while her owner did come forward, they ultimately made the difficult decision to surrender her due to a loss of housing.

Despite the changes in her life, Journey Reign has remained a bright and engaging dog. She recently participated in a dog introduction with another female dog and showed great social skills. While Journey Reign had a bit more energy than her canine companion, she did an excellent job adjusting her play style and interactions to match the other dog's comfort level. Her ability to read social cues and adapt appropriately speaks to her friendly and well-mannered nature.

Journey Reign still has plenty of pep in her step and would love a family that can provide her with companionship, enrichment, and opportunities to stay active. At the same time, she has the maturity that comes with adulthood, making her a wonderful balance of fun and reliability.

If you're looking for a loyal companion who has weathered life's changes with grace and is ready to begin a new journey, Journey Reign may be the perfect addition to your family. Come meet her and see if she's the missing piece you've been searching for!🐱🐶✨

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

‼🎉ADOPTION UPDATE!🎉‼

❤Remember Atlas???❤

Sometimes the sweetest endings come to those who have been patiently waiting.

Atlas came to WCAS in mid-June after his owner experienced a loss of housing and could no longer keep him. At 13 years old, Atlas found ...himself facing a big life change, but he never stopped being the loving, deserving companion he is.

During his time with us, Atlas eagerly awaited the day his perfect family would come through our doors. After just one month in our care—adopted only one day shy of his one-month anniversary at WCAS—Atlas' wait was finally over! 🎉

We couldn't be happier knowing this sweet senior dog is spending his golden years surrounded by love, comfort, and the family he deserves. ❤️

Atlas' adopters shared this wonderful update and the heart-warming photos with us!
🐾Atlas is settling in well. He is very curious and has to get his head in everything that is new to check it out. His first vet appointment is next Tuesday, 7/28.

He slept in Tony's lap all the way home. The first few days he spent a lot of time barking at us, conversationally. I'm sure he was telling us something important but we are still learning to speak his language.

He is not great at coming when called. I suspect that might be because he may have hearing difficulties due to his age, but mostly likely because he is stubborn, also due to his age. 😉

The first few days we were almost certain we had the wrong dog. He is a very young 13 and kept us on our toes. He has had a few accidents but it's likely we missed his cues or he's using old cues for a house he doesn't live in anymore. He hung his head and it's clear he knows that he goofed. We have lvp flooring throughout and rugs so its not a crisis.

I have probably attached too many pictures, so hopefully they all load.

I don't believe we properly thanked everyone the evening we left. It was all a whirlwind. Thank you so much for trusting us with the old guy and for all you do for the animals of Winnebago County. You do the hard stuff and things nobody else wants to. Thank you. 🐾

👉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

‼🎉ADOPTION UPDATE!🎉‼

❤Remember Zaza???❤

Zaza first came to WCAS in February due to a change in her previous owner's living situation. After spending a couple of months in our care, she found what everyone hoped would be her forever home.

Unfortunately, ...just a few weeks later, Zaza was returned to WCAS through no fault of her own after being attacked by another dog in the home. She spent the next two weeks recovering under the close care and supervision of our incredible medical team, and we're happy to say she made a full recovery.

Not long after she was medically cleared, the perfect family came along and gave Zaza another chance—and this time, it looks like she found exactly where she belongs! ❤️ Happy tails, Zaza! 🐶🏡💕

Zaza's adopter shared these wonderful photos with us!

👉Interested in creating your own adoption story?
TODAY (Saturday, July 25th) is the FINAL DAY - Adoption fees at Winnebago County Animal Services are reduced thanks to the generous support of the BISSELL Pet Foundation! 🐾
💙 Dogs – $50
💜 Kittens – $30
🧡 Adult Cats – Just $5!

👉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

🌟🐾 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, July 25th's ...Paw-some Pick is Candace A0061215391!

Candace is a beautiful 3-year-old, 6-pound cat who's ready to leave her days as a stray behind and find the loving forever home she deserves.

Candace came to Winnebago County Animal Services as a stray and, despite every effort to reunite her with an owner, she was never reclaimed. While we may not know much about her past, we know her future is full of possibility, and she's hoping that future includes a family of her very own.

At 3 years old, Candace is past the kitten stage but still has many wonderful years ahead of her. Whether she's soaking up a sunny spot by the window, exploring her surroundings, or spending quality time with her favorite people, she's ready to become a beloved member of the family.

Candace is looking for a home where she can feel safe, loved, and cherished for the rest of her life. If you're searching for a wonderful feline companion, come meet Candace during our adoption hours. She can't wait to start her next chapter with you!

Want to have your adoption application on file before you visit? You can complete an adoption application anytime through our website.🐱🐶✨

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

‼🎉ADOPTION UPDATE!🎉‼

❤Remember Gracie-Lou Freebush???❤

Gracie-Lou came to Winnebago County Animal Services in mid-April as a stray. Despite our efforts to reunite her with her owner, no one ever came to reclaim her. After spending a few weeks waiting patiently for ...her forever family, Gracie-Lou was selected as one of our Paw-some Picks, giving more adopters the chance to meet this wonderful girl.

It didn't take long after that for the perfect family to find her! 🎉

Judging by these adorable update photos, we'd say Gracie-Lou has settled into her new life beautifully. A huge thank you to Gracie-Lou's adopters for giving her the second chance she deserved and for sharing these wonderful photos with us. Wishing you all a lifetime of adventures, cuddles, and unconditional love together!
Happy tails, Gracie-Lou ! ❤️🏡🐶

Gracie-Lou's adopter sent this wonderful update and shared these great photos with us!

🐾Gracie-Lou update. 🐾❤️ We adopted Gracie-Lou on May 8th, and she has seriously been the best addition to our family. She spends every day with her new sister, Selena, and they’re pretty much attached at the hip. She loves to cuddle, play, and run around with all of her cousins.

One of the coolest things we’ve learned is that if we talk to her in Spanish, she immediately does all of her basic commands. It honestly made us so happy because it gave us a little glimpse into her life before us. We may never know her story, but for a second it felt like we got to learn a tiny piece of it.

She is the sweetest, most loving dog, and I honestly can’t imagine our family without her now. I’m so grateful she found her way to us. I just hope whoever loved her before knows she’s loved just as much here.🐾

👉Interested in creating your own adoption story?
Now through Saturday, July 25th, adoption fees at Winnebago County Animal Services are reduced thanks to the generous support of the BISSELL Pet Foundation! 🐾
💙 Dogs – $50
💜 Kittens – $30
🧡 Adult Cats – Just $5!

👉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

🌟🐾 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, July 24th's Paw-some ...Pick is David A0061189053!

This handsome 8-year-old, 85-pound gentleman came to us as a stray and, unfortunately, was never reclaimed. While his past remains a bit of a mystery, David has shown us that he's ready to start the next chapter of his life with a loving family.

David recently participated in a dog introduction while at the shelter. He was a little stiff and cautious at first, which isn't unusual when meeting a new dog. After a quick sniff and greeting, however, he relaxed and settled into exploring the play yard alongside his canine companion. His ability to move past his initial uncertainty and coexist comfortably with another dog is a great sign.

As a mature dog, David brings a calmer presence and would likely enjoy a home where he can settle in, enjoy leisurely walks, and spend quality time with his people. If you're looking for a loyal companion with plenty of love left to give, David may be the perfect fit for your family.

Come meet David and see if he's the missing piece you've been looking for!🐱🐶✨

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

📺🐾 Meet Ivan, our Eyewitness News Pet of the Week! 🐾📺
🚨🐾 FINAL DAYS TO EMPTY THE SHELTERS! 🐾🚨

🐱 Kittens – $30
🐱 Adult Cats – $5
🐶 Dogs – $50

The clock is ticking on our BISSELL Pet Foundation Empty the Shelters adoption event, and... we need our community now more than ever for pets like Ivan!

At 9 years old and 34 pounds, Ivan is proof that some of the best dogs come with a little gray on their muzzle. This handsome senior arrived at Winnebago County Animal Services as a stray and, sadly, was never reclaimed. While we may never know his past, we're hoping to give him the bright future he deserves.

Ivan has been a favorite among staff thanks to his sweet personality and easygoing nature. He recently completed a successful dog introduction with another shelter dog and enjoyed spending time with a canine friend. Now he's searching for a family to share life's simple pleasures with—peaceful walks, cozy naps, tasty treats, and plenty of love.

Senior dogs like Ivan are often overlooked, but they have so much to offer. He's past the puppy chaos and ready to be a loyal companion for someone looking for a best friend.

✨ There's never been a better time to adopt! Through our BISSELL Pet Foundation Empty the Shelters event, Ivan's adoption fee is just $50. The event officially ends Saturday, July 25, and with our shelter currently at capacity, every adoption makes a huge difference.

Ivan deserves a soft place to land and a family who will cherish him through his golden years. Could that family be yours?

📍 Winnebago County Animal Services
🐶 Ivan | 9 years old | 34 pounds
⏰ Empty the Shelters ends Saturday, July 25

Please share to help Ivan find the loving home he's been waiting for! ❤️
👉 Visit our website at WinnebagoAnimals.org to complete an adoption questionnaire.

‼🎉ADOPTION UPDATE!🎉‼

❤Remember Duke???❤

Seven years ago today, Duke's life changed forever.

Duke first came to WCAS in July 2019 after being found as a stray. Sadly, no one ever came to reclaim him, but it didn't take long for his perfect family to... find him. On July 23, 2019, Duke was adopted and began the next chapter of his life.

Now, seven years later, it's clear that Duke found exactly where he was meant to be. ❤️ Seeing him happy, loved, and thriving is the very reason we do what we do.

Thank you to Duke's family for giving him the forever home he deserved and for sharing this wonderful update with us. Stories like Duke's are a reminder that every adoption has the power to change a life—not just for the pet, but for the family who welcomes them home. 🐶🏡🎉

Duke's adopter sent this update & photo our way!
🐾So happy 7 years ago Duke picked me ♥️🐾

👉Interested in creating your own adoption story?
Now through Saturday, July 25th, adoption fees at Winnebago County Animal Services are reduced thanks to the generous support of the BISSELL Pet Foundation! 🐾
💙 Dogs – $50
💜 Kittens – $30
🧡 Adult Cats – Just $5!

👉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