💕❤️Meet the current Feline Members of our "Lonely Hearts Club"💕❤️

🐱Naomi @ WCAS since 5/19
🐱Big Daddy @ At WCAS since 6/11
🐱Vesper @ At WCAS since 6/16
🐱Candace @ At WCAS since 6/18
🐱Mama @ At WCAS since 6/23
🐱Eddie @ At ...WCAS since 6/24

This exclusive club features cats whose stay here at WCAS has been a bit longer than we (and they) would like! Members of the Lonely Hearts Club have half of their adoption fee sponsored by the WCAS Auxiliary!

👉Interested?
Visit our website - www.WinnebagoAnimals.org - and take a peek at these animals' adoption profiles for more information, and be sure to complete an Adoption Questionnaire!

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

‼️We have over 100 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 8/7) 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 7th's Paw-some... Pick is Edna A0061008621!

Edna is a 2-year-old pup weighing 69 pounds who is ready to find a loving forever home. Edna 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 she’s a friendly girl who is ready for a fresh start and a family to call her own.

While in our care, Edna completed a dog intro with another female dog here at the shelter. Staff noted that the introduction went very well, with both dogs displaying loose, happy body language and wagging tails. The pair spent their time together playing in the yard and enjoying each other's company.

Help us get to know Edna by meeting with her and seeing if she could be the right fit for your family! She’s hoping to leave shelter life behind and start her next chapter with people who will love her forever.🐱🐶✨

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

💙 They've Waited Long Enough. 💙

Day after day, these dogs have watched hundreds of other pets leave the shelter with their new families while they continue to wait. Some have been overlooked simply because they've been here so long, but we know their perfect person is still... out there.

We're hoping to change that.

Thanks to the incredible generosity of CARE for PETS, the remaining adoption fees have been sponsored for our 12 longest-staying residents! 🐾

These deserving dogs are:
🐶 Sprecker
🐶 Edna
🐶 Colette
🐶 Lolli
🐶 Zeppelin
🐶 Henri
🐶 Leia
🐶 Rose
🐶 David
🐶 Journey Reign
🐶 Detective Ruiz
🐶 Ivan

Every one of these dogs has so much love to give. They deserve more than a kennel—they deserve a couch to curl up on, a family to love, and a place to finally call home.

This sponsorship is only available for a limited time, so don't miss this opportunity to meet your new best friend. Come visit WCAS, spend some time with these incredible pups, and see for yourself why we love them so much.

📸 More information and photos of each dog are below.

❤️ Even if you aren't looking to adopt, you can still help by sharing this post. One share could be the reason one of these amazing dogs finally gets the happy ending they've been waiting for.
👉 Visit www.WinnebagoAnimals.org to view available pets and complete an adoption questionnaire.

‼🎉ADOPTION UPDATE!🎉‼

❤Remember Baldwin (now Spike)???❤

Spike arrived at our shelter as a stray in early July and, despite every opportunity, was never reclaimed by his previous owner. It didn't take long for this handsome young giant to catch someone's eye,... and he was quickly adopted.

Unfortunately, he was returned less than a week later—not because of any fault of his own, but because his adopter was not prepared to invest the time and consistency needed to train and guide a large, adolescent puppy.

FORTUNATELY, Spike didn't have to wait long for adoption, just two days after returning to WCAS, Spike was adopted into what is very clearly a very wonderful home!❤️

Spike's adopters shared this wonderful update and the heart-warming photos with us!
🐾It's hard to put into words just how much this sweet boy has already changed our lives. ❤️ Baldwin is now Spike, and he has completely embraced his new life and his forever home. From the very beginning, it has felt like he was always meant to be part...🐾

👉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

Meet our Eyewitness News Pet of the Week, Hera! 🐾❤️

At 7 years old, Hera is a beautiful, easygoing girl who is 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 has ...arrived at our shelter as a stray four different times. Each previous visit ended with her being reunited with her owner. Sadly, during her most recent stay, no one came to reclaim her. Now, through no fault of her own, Hera is available for adoption and searching for the loving home she deserves.

This sweet girl has so much to offer! Hera walks nicely on a leash, rides well in the car, and enjoys meeting new people and canine friends. She's a smart cookie, too! Offer her a tasty treat and she'll happily show off tricks like "sit pretty" and "shake." Hera also appears to be fully house trained and has all the wonderful qualities of a mature, well-established companion.

Hera has spent enough time waiting for someone to choose her. If you're looking for a loyal, loving dog who is past the puppy stage and ready to fit right into your family, Hera may be your perfect match.

📍 Visit Hera at Winnebago County Animal Services and help us give this deserving girl the forever home she's been waiting for.
🖱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 6th's ...Paw-some Pick is Ivan A0047415276!

Ivan is a handsome 9-year-old, 4-month-old, 34-pound gentleman who's ready to spend his golden years with a family to call his own. He came to Winnebago County Animal Services as a stray and, unfortunately, was never reclaimed. While his past remains a mystery, Ivan is hoping his future is filled with comfort, companionship, and plenty of love.

During his time at the shelter, Ivan successfully completed a dog introduction with another shelter dog. Staff observed a positive interaction, giving him the opportunity to meet and spend time with another canine companion.

Senior dogs like Ivan have so much to offer. At this stage in life, he's past the puppy antics and is ready to enjoy the simple pleasures—peaceful walks, cozy naps, tasty treats, and quality time with his favorite people. There's something truly special about opening your home to a senior pet, and Ivan is ready to reward his new family with unwavering loyalty and affection.

Ivan deserves a soft place to land and a family that will cherish him for the wonderful dog he is. If you've been thinking about adopting a mature companion, Ivan may be exactly who you've been searching for.🐱🐶✨

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

‼🎉ADOPTION UPDATE!🎉‼

❤Remember Bella???❤

Bella came to us in late May as an owner surrender after her family shared that a new baby had changed their household and they were no longer able to keep her. While saying goodbye was undoubtedly difficult, Bella spent her ...time with us showing everyone what a wonderful companion she is.

During her stay, Bella took on the important role of our Front Office's Pawffice Assistant, bringing plenty of love, smiles, and companionship to the team. After two months of patiently waiting, Bella’s perfect family finally found her!

We’re so excited that Bella Bella has a new home where she’ll be loved, spoiled, and cherished forever. Congratulations, Bella — we’re so happy for you! 🐶❤️

Bella's adopters shared this update and these great photos with us!
🐾We love Bella so much. Thank you for you guys help. She fits in our family perfect and she is such a calm dog. She isn’t bothered by the cat at all and just loves to cuddle - her favorite place is the bed. Her favorite cartoon is Phineas and Ferb❤️ 🐾

👉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

✨🙏It's Wishlist Wednesday! 🙏✨

Our model is ❤Mama A0061243221❤ who is currently available for adoption here at WCAS!

Mama is a sweet 1-year-old cat who's ready to find the loving forever home she deserves.

Mama came to Winnebago County Animal ...Services after being surrendered by the individuals who found her. Although they wanted to help, they were unfortunately unable to keep her long-term. Now, through no fault of her own, Mama is searching for a family to call her own.

At just a year old, Mama has her whole life ahead of her. She's looking for a home where she can settle in, enjoy all the comforts of indoor life, and share her love with a family who will cherish her for years to come.

Mama is ready to leave her past behind and begin a new chapter filled with love, cozy naps, and plenty of affection. If you're looking for a wonderful feline companion, Mama may be the perfect addition to your family.

Come meet Mama during our adoption hours and see if she's the missing piece you've been searching for. She can't wait to find the forever home she's been waiting for!

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 visit? You can complete an adoption application anytime through our website.

This week, we're in need of the following item(s):
✨Newspapers

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