Cause 4 Paws Rescue and Humane Society
Our Adoptable Pet List
ABOUT US
*We are in the process of getting our 501(c)3 status.
-Please be advised that we are NOT taking in any dogs or cats at this time, we simply do not have any space. -
We are a small no-kill operation that is only able to continue to function with the help of volunteers, foster homes, and donations.
The more volunteers and foster homes we have, the more homeless animals we are able to save and take in.
The more donations we receive, the more homeless animals we are able to help! All donations, large or small, are greatly appreciated!
On December 5th, 2009 there was a puppymill auction. An auction like this is one where a commercial breeder(s) take their dogs and sell them like a used car. Other commercial breeders (puppymillers) go there to purchase breeding stock at a low price.
Some dogs won't breed anymore, are old, sick, too young to breed, etc and they sell them for $5 or $10. Some even go as cheap as $1. A single dollar for a little life.
Below are some links for information about puppymills and the horrendous conditions these dogs are subjected to.
A rescue friend attended this December 5th auction with a pocket full of money pooled from a handful of rescues, Cause 4 Paws included, and bought many dogs that were destined for a life of misery in a mill.
We opened our hearts to several dogs from this auction, their names are: Jingle (Adopted!), Raina (Adopted!), Petra and Ivana (Adopted!). The dogs are all currently at the vet getting spayed/neutered, all their shots, tests, chips....everything they need done. Then they will get groomed and go into a foster home so they can be put up for adoption.
Please donate and help us make this Holiday Season one to remember for the Survivors.
We will be posting pictures and more info when available but be sure to check out the new Cause 4 Paws puppy mill survivors; Jingle (Adopted!), Raina (Adopted!), Petra and Ivana (Adopted!).
This is the first time these poor dogs will know what it is like to be treated as a much loved member of a family and not as a commodity.
M I C K E Y
-Adoption Policy:
*We will not adopt to anyone under the age of 21.
*We will not adopt animals out to be used as 'attack dogs'or bait dogs
*We will not adopt to dog fighters.
*We will not adopt to anyone involved in any other aggression related activity.
-Adoption Process:
*1. A written application needs to be submitted. We will then begin the process. Please note; if the application is not filled out completely, it will only slow the process down.
*2. After the application has been approved, a home visit is scheduled.
*3. Upon a satisfactory home visit, an introduction can be made with the pet you are seeking to adopt.
*We reserve the right to refuse adoptions on information we gathered during the screening process.
*All animals are microchipped and as stated on our adoption contract, must be returned to us if there is a problem.
*No refunds will be given after 3 days.
*Home visits are required before any adoption is made, no exceptions.
*We will only adopt within a 60 mile radius.
*We will not adopt a dog to be an 'outside' pet.
*We reserve the right to terminate an adoption for any violation of our contract.
If you are interested in adopting a pet from us, please send us an email.... Email: Cause4Paws@gmail.com
*Please be patient with our application process. We have been flodded with applications, and because we deal with a fairly large number of animals, it may take a few days to process your application. Your interest in adopting is important to us, we will be in touch!*
-Adoption Fees:
Adoption fees range from $200.00 - $350.00.
Our adoption fee includes spay/neuter, all age appropriate vaccinations, microchipping, and any other medical the animal may need while in our care.
Jade is a 1.5 year old Pit Bull mix that we unexpectedly took into our rescue on 10/25/08 after a tragic turn of events. Jade and another dog were loose and both were hit by a car in front of Jennifer's rural home (she is one of our foster homes).
The Rott mix that Jade was with was killed in the accident and Jade was badly injured. Jennifer rushed Jade to the emergency vet.
At this point we did not know who the dogs belonged to. We later found out that the owner is in California living in a place where pets are not allowed while her husband is deployed to Iraq.
She left Jade in the care of someone here and Jade and the other dog (not owned by Jade's owner) got loose. They cannot have the dog where they live nor can they afford the enormous medical bills for this so they reluctently signed Jade over to us so that we can do what is in her best interest.
Jade spent the night at the emergency vet on morphine until we could get her to our vet today (10/26/08). The ER vet closed a huge gash on one of her hind legs and tended to numerous patches of road rash.
She was transferred to our vet first thing Sunday and they did Xrays and determined that both hind legs are broken. One has a small bone in the foot broken and the vet said it will heal on it's own. The other leg is shattered in many pieces.
After consulting with the vet, we decided she stands a better chance if the leg is amputated rather than trying to put the many tiny fragments back together.
As you can imagine, our bill is mounting. The ER vet bill was over $500.00 and the bill at our vet is climbing as I type.
**UPDATE: 10/28/08** Jade is doing well after the amputation but will be staying at the vet for a couple more days to keep an eye on her. Our vet bills thus far are in excess of $1,300.00.
**UPDATE: 11/2/08** Jade is doing GREAT! She gets around fine, is well-behaved, housebroken, loves everyone!
**UPDATE: 05/07/09** Video of Jade at Unleashed
Shop for your pets at USBones.com, and Cause 4 Paws will receive 25% of your order value: USBONES.com
Shop online through Give Back America and choose Cause 4 Paws as your charity, and we get percentage of the sale:
We desperately need foster homes and volunteers to help us care for the homeless animals in our program.
*Volunteers and foster homes help us with animal care and socialization by providing positive interaction with the animals.
*Volunteers and foster homes also assist with transportation of animals to and from Vet visits.
Please help make a positive impact on the life of a homeless animal by volunteering!
If you are interested in volunteering, or becoming a foster home, please email us: Cause4Paws@gmail.com
Thanks for your interest!
Cause 4 Paws appreciates everyone who has reached out to us and helped make a difference for the animals who are lucky enough to find their way to us!
*US Bones for their very generous donation of food, treats & shampoo that helped the animals rescued August 2008!
*Doctors Foster & Smith for their generous donation of a gift certificate to their online store that helped the animals rescued August 2008!
*Pet Wear USA for helping us raise funds for Jade on 10/28/08!
*Curtis Scott from Canis Familiaris for the work he has done for us and our rescue dogs!
*Thanks to Dawn at All Paws Grooming Salon in Coal City for grooming some of our dogs and supporting rescue! If you are looking for an outstanding groom, call them!
*Midwest Animal Hospital in Orland Park for all the help with our rescue animals. We highly recommend this clinic to everyone!
*Photos by Jesse Strigler at The Mighty Paw for taking pictures of our rescue dogs!
*Thank you to Hungry Hound for their support of our rescue. We encourage everyone to check out their amazing doggie boutique for gorgeous items that you and your dog will love and that you can't find anywhere else! They also have top of the line food and treats for your pooch and they do grooming. We highly recommend Hungry Hound!
Visit their website: HungryHound.com
Without the support of generous people, like those listed above, Cause 4 Paws would not be able to rescue, re-habilitate and re-home all of the animals that we have!
Cause 4 Paws Rescue and Humane Society operates solely with the help of donations from generous individuals. All donations are greatly appreciated!
If you would like to make a donation using PAYPAL, please click here:
If you use Natural Balance pet foods, you can help us raise funds by saving your UPC code from the product along with your register receipt and mail it to us.
When we have gathered enough, we send them to Natural Balance and they send us a check.
See more information at: Natural Balance
You can mail them to:
Cause 4 Paws Rescue
PO Box 24
Calumet City, IL 60409
The dog fighting case in South Holland saved 37 dogs from a life of hell but now they need help!
A very small group of concerned rescuers have gone above and beyond to temperment test, transport and house these dogs so that they can have a chance at a normal life.
We need help! To contribute to Cause 4 Paws and help the South Holland dogs in our care, you may donate via paypal:
For more info on the South Holland dogs that still need help, please visit: The Truth about pit bulls
The following shelters/rescues have taken in at least one of the South Holland dogs. If you are interested in adoption, please contact them:
**THANK YOU TO ALL OF THESE RESCUES & SHELTERS**
Please help us care for all of the homeless pets that have found their way to us by donating any of the following items:
*Dog Food (Science Diet, ProPlan, etc)
*Blankets
*Bleach
*Gift cards for Petsmart or PetCo
*Treats
*Assorted Collars & Leashes
*Crates, Cages, Kennel Panels
If you would like to donate any of the above items, please send us an email: Cause4Paws@gmail.com
Cause 4 Paws now has a Humane Investigator on staff!
If you know of an animal that is being mistreated, neglected or abused, please let us know.
Email us: Cause4Paws@gmail.com
You may remain anonymous. Help those with no voice.
Cause 4 Paws Rescue uses and highly recommends Curtis from "CANIS FAMILIARIS". Curtis is a certified professional trainer/behaviorist. He is well versed in all breeds.
To get in touch with Curtis: Phone: 773-865-6160 or on the web at: Canis Familiaris
Come Visit Us!: Visits are by appointment only at this time.
Our mailing address is:
Cause 4 Paws Rescue
PO Box 24
Calumet City, IL 60409-4241
Email is the BEST way to contact us: Cause4Paws@gmail.com
Please be aware that we are NOT taking in any dogs or cats at this time, we simply do not have any space.
