Help Lorenzo Get A Second Chance: Adopt Me!

This week's featured pet is Lorenzo, one of the dogs rescued from a Dolton dog fight last December.

Meet Lorenzo. He was rescued from a Dolton warehouse after a police raid last December. Sadly, he lost his right eye in a dog fight before police took him to the protective care of the South Suburban Humane Society (SSHS). Despite a rough past, Lorenzo now has a second chance. Lorenzo loves people but, because of his upbringing, it would be best if he was the only animal in the house.  If you want to help give a desserving dog another chance at a better life, check out his listing on the SSHS website. Get in on the conversation. Join Patch today.

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Cook County Offers to Help 'Fix' Your Pet

All Cook County pet owners are eligible for a rebate program for having their pet spayed or neutered during National Spay and Neuter Month.

Cook County is offering all residents a $40 credit for having their pet spayed or neutered throughout February—National Spay and Neuter Month. So why should you get your pet fixed? Spayed and neutered pets tend to live three to five years longer than those which aren’t, according to a press release from the county. If that’s not convincing enough, consider the millions of dogs and cats euthanized every year as a result of unwanted pregnancy. “The procedure not only helps your pet live a longer, healthier life, it benefits the community because it reduces the number of strays and unwanted animals in our neighborhoods,” Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle said in a press release. “Communities spend millions of tax dollars every year…

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Ebenezer's No Scrooge: Adopt Me!

This one-year-old pup just wants to have fun.

Meet Ebenezer, He's a playful Brussels Griffon mix and he's extremely friendly. Whether it's people or fellow dogs, Ebenezer seems to love everybody. This tiny one-year-old boy will not likely get much bigger than the ten pounds he is now. Folks at the South Suburban Humane Society (SSHS) say he'd make a perfect addition to any family. To learn more about Ebenezer, visit his listings on the SSHS website! PLEASE VISIT THE SSHS LISTING IN OUR PATCH PLACES DIRECTORY

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Elmo the Cat: Adopt Me!

This week, we're featuring Elmo, a young domestic shorthair.

Meet Elmo. He's an independent one-year-old domestic shorthair cat, who is up-to-date on all his routine shots, according to South Suburban Humane Society (SSHS) staff. Elmo has already been neutered as well. To learn more about Elmo, visit his listing on the SSHS website! PLEASE VISIT THE SSHS LISTING IN OUR PATCH PLACES DIRECTORY

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Adopt Elmo: A Second Look

This week's featured pet from the South Suburban Humane Society is Elmo, a young tabby cat.

Don't Tickle Elmo: Adopt Me!

This week's featured pet from the South Suburban Humane Society is Elmo, a young tabby cat.

Meet Elmo. He's a one-year-old domestic short hair cat who "does his own thing," according to South Suburban Humane Society staff. He's an independent young fellow and he is not a big fan of cuddling. Regardless, Elmo will show his new owner love in his own way. In case you're wondering, Elmo has been neutered.  To learn more about Elmo, visit his listing on the South Suburban Humane Society's (SSHS) website! PLEASE VISIT THE SSHS LISTING IN OUR PATCH PLACES DIRECTORY

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Shelter Pets Get Homes for the Holidays

South Suburban Humane Society wants to give every homeless pet a family this holiday season.

The South Suburban Humane Society is filled with pets that need homes, causing the shelter to look for new ways to get families for pets. And this time of year, a lot of these initiatives are infused with a little Christmas cheer. In one new program called Homes for the Holidays!, the Humane Society is asking for volunteers to sign up as "ambassadors," -- that is, the volunteers commit to publicizing five assigned pets that needs adopting via social media and posters around town. "We have 22 volunteers signed up as ambassadors," said Emily Klehm, Humane Society executive director.  The work is paying off, as 27 animals have already been adopted, she said, with about 100 dogs and cats still waiting to go home for Christmas. People sign up …

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Skitty the Kitty: Adopt Me!

This week's featured pet is Skitty, the cat, a white and orange domestic shorthair mix.

Meet Skitty, the three-year-old shorthair mix cat. He’s been hanging around the South Suburban Humane Society (SSHS) lately, but he’d love to go home with you! Though Skitty is neutered, he is not declawed, so any interested family should take note. If you’re interested in adopting Skitty, please visit his listing on the SSHS website. For more info on the South Suburban Humane Society, visit their listing in the Places directory. Information courtesy of SSHS.

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Meet the Gentle Juno: Adopt Me!

Meet Juno, a friendly, sweet and playful cat up for adoption at the South Suburban Humane Society.

According the South Suburban Humane Society, June is "Adopt A Cat Month". Since June is almost over, Patch decided to give you one last opportunity to adopt one of SSHS' adorable, friendly felines! Juno, a 4-year-old domestic cat with medium hair. His bright eyes and playful attitude are sure to win over the heart of anyone looking to adopt. Juno is small in size and has a gray and white medium-length coat. He is entirely house-trained and has already been neutered. Juno is friendly and sweet in temperament. He is in need of finding a warm lap to curl up in, a catnip toy to play with, and, most importantly, his "forever home". PLEASE VISIT the South Suburban Humane Society in the Patch Places directory for more information about the …

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Ryan Fitzpatrick

5:55 pm on Monday, June 27, 2011

We're so happy to hear that, Tina! I'm sure SSHS is too (not to mention Roxie!). Thanks for sharing!   more ›

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Meet Freddy the Friendly Feline

This week's pet of the week is Freddy, an adorable 2-year-old cat.

Meet Freddy, a 2-year-old domestic shorthair mix and an all-around friendly cat. He has a beautiful black and brown tabby coat and big, beautiful eyes. Freddy currently lives at the South Suburban Humane Society and has already been neutered and housetrained.  Freddy has been at SSHS for a relatively short time: just over a month. While he's enjoying his stay, he's excited to find a lap to curl up in at his "forever home". Check back with Patch every Monday for Adopt Me!

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