Our Pet List
Blinky came to animal control as a stray from McHenry. He is a light colored orange & buff guy. He is approx. 2 years of age and would make a great lap cat.
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 10:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Wednesday 10:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. SEE THE NEW ITEMS ON OUR
WINTER WISH LIST
HEAVY METAL BOWLS WITH FLAT, WIDE, BOTTOM, BLANKETS, NEWPAPERS, NAIL CLIPPERS, SHAMPOO FOR DOGS, CATS TOYS, DOG TOYS, CAT BEDS, CAT SCRATCHING POSTS, BLANKETS FOR BOTH CATS & DOGS, LEATHER LEASHES, & CHOKE COLLARS.
DON'T FORGET WE COLLECT ALUMIINUM CANS AT OUR CENTER AT 100 N. VIRGINIA STREET, CRYSTAL LAKE
WE CAN ALSO PICK UP ALUMINUM CANS YOU COLLECT AT YOUR FACILITY.
CALL (815) 459-6222
TAKE A LOOK AT ALL THE WONDERFUL ANIMALS WE HAVE FOR ADOPTION! AN $80.00 ADOPTION FEE includes Spay/Neutered, All Vaccinations,Heartworm Tested,FELV & FIV Tested, Microchipped, Free 1st visit to vet, Discounted First Grooming
All Adopted Animals are provided with collar and tag at time of adoption.
If renting please bring official note from your Landlord on letterhead stating approval for pets in your building
ADOPT A SHELTER PET: IT DOES A HEART GOOD!
How can you help us help the Animals?
Please consider donating a comfy dog bed so that one of our canine residents can have a comfortable bed during its stay. The Kuranda dog beds are ideal as our dogs can sleep up off the cold and damp concrete floor. Without these beds, our dog visitors must sleep on an old blanket, right on the concrete floor. We still don't have enough for all of our kennels. You can help by donating a dog bed, so that another dog can sleep in comfort. If you would like to donate a bed, please CLICK HERE.
Adopting a Friend
Pet ownership is a big responsibility and a long time commitment. All aspects of ownership should be considered before you look for a new pet. Do you have adequate space for the animal? Are you planning on moving in the future? If yes, what will you do with the pet? Does anyone in the household have allergies? How much time will you be able to spend with the pet? Will you be able to afford the pet? All cost must be considered: food, veterinary care, vaccinations, toys, grooming, bedding,housing, boarding (when you're on vacation). Of course when you are considering a new pet, you must take into consideration the size the animal will be when it is full grown. The puppy that is 5 pounds when you take it home, may grow up to be 100 or more pounds. The Iguana that you take home when it is 6 inches long, can reach a length of 6 feet. Also consider the life expectancy of the pet - range 2-20 or more years. Do your research on types of animals and breeds before you get the new pet. Dogs will need considerable more time and expense than a goldfish. Most animals in shelters are there because their previous owners did not consider all aspects of pet ownership. When you are ready to give a pet the commitment that it needs, then and only then should you look for the pet.
Adoption fee for cats - $80.00, . Cats have been tested for FELV & FIV, given initial vaccinations including rabies, dewormed, microchipped, and are spayed/neutered.
For every 2 months cats are with us, we lower the fee by $20.00 in hopes of finding our friends forever homes.
Adoption fee for dogs - $80.00, Dogs over 5 months of age have been checked for canine heartworm, given initial vaccinations including rabies, dewormed, microchipped and are spayed/neutered.
Potential adopters who reside outside of McHenry County are encouraged to submit an application and receive confirmation of adoption approval, prior to visiting the shelter. Authorities having jurisdiction over animal issues in the location where the potential adopter resides, will be contracted prior to the approval of the adoption. As agencies have varying hours of availability, we may not be able to contact that agency at the time the potential adopter is at our shelter, and therefore, we would be unable to approve the adoption. This may be critical for people who have driven long distances to see an animal at McHenry Country Animal Control. We therefore strongly encourage pre-approval by completing the application available at
THIS LINK
, and then faxing it to McHenry County Animal Control at 815-334-4682.
All adopted animals are provided with collar and tag at time of adoption. Free physical exam at participating veterinary clinic, and free grooming from area groomers are provided.
New Adoption Hours - Effective July 6, 2005:
Volunteering and Donations
Volunteers welcome. We are looking for energetic volunteers who have a passion for animals. Animal care duties include grooming, walking, kennel and cage cleaning, as well as computer and office tasks. Volunteers must be over 18 years of age, dependable, enjoy a challenge and have genuine concern for the welfare of animals. These rewarding but unpaid positions offer training and flexible hours. Applicants should apply in person at animal control, 100 N. Virginia Street in Crystal Lake. Questions can be directed to Kara Plonczynski, Volunteer Coordinator, at (815) 334-4946.
Donations which will keep our guests happy during their stay with us are appreciated. These would be items such as dog & cat toys, tennis & ping pong balls, rawhides, pig ears, treats, plastic shower curtain rings, etc. For our complete Wish List of items which would be helpful in caring for the animal in our care, please use
THIS WISH LIST LINK
.
Donations of aluminum cans also accepted. Money received from these cans will be used to treat animals with special medical needs such as heartworm treatment.
Come Visit Us!
McHenry County Animal Control
mail - 2200 N. Seminary Avenue
located - 100 N. Virginia Street (US HWY 14)
Crystal Lake
IL
60014
Phone: 815-459-6222
Email:
MCAC@co.mchenry.il.us
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