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Will County Pets of the Week: Dec. 30, 2024

Will County rescues have dogs and cats for adoption

By Denise M. Baran-Unland
The Herald-News presents this week’s Pets of the Week. Read the description of each pet to find out about it, including where it can be adopted in Will County.

The Herald-News presents this week’s Pets of the Week. Read the description of each pet to find out about it, including where it can be adopted in Will County. (Photos provided)

The Herald-News presents this week’s Pets of the Week. Read the description of each pet to find out about it, including where it can be adopted in Will County.

Send Pets of the Week submissions to news@theherald-news.com. Photos should be in .jpg file format, 200 dpi and sent as email attachments.

Frito is a sweet and petite 2-year-old, 40-pound terrier. Frito was found outside and brought to NAWS by a good Samaritan. He fed her for two weeks before he finally was successful in using none other than Fritos! She can be shy initially but will warm up after some pets and treats. She is laid-back, gentle and good with other dogs. Frito is currently scared of cats, but NAWS staff believes she may learn to live with them. Frito likes children and would be a fun addition to any home. To meet Frito, email Dogadoption@nawsus.org. Visit nawsus.org.

Frito is a sweet and petite 2-year-old, 40-pound terrier. Frito was found outside and brought to NAWS by a Good Samaritan. He fed her for two weeks before he finally coaxing using none other than – Fritos! She can be shy initially but will warm up after some pets and treats. She is laid-back, gentle and good with other dogs. Frito is currently scared of cats, but NAWS staff believes she may learn to live with them.  Frito likes children and would be a fun addition to any home. To meet Frito, email Dogadoption@nawsus.org. Visit nawsus.org.

Frito is a sweet and petite 2-year-old, 40-pound terrier. Frito was found outside and brought to NAWS by a good Samaritan. He fed her for two weeks before finally using none other than Fritos! She can be shy initially but will warm up after some pets and treats. She is laid-back, gentle and good with other dogs. Frito is currently scared of cats, but NAWS staff believes she may learn to live with them.  Frito likes children and would be a fun addition to any home. To meet Frito, email Dogadoption@nawsus.org. Visit nawsus.org. (Photo provided by NAWS Humane Society of Illinois)

Asher is a sweet 1-year-old domestic shorthair that was rescued from a local animal control. He is gentle and friendly. He relaxes when given pets, and he will melt into touch. It’s unknown how Asher wound up homeless because he is clearly comfortable around people. Asher needs nothing more than to feel safe and cherished in a home. To meet Asher, email Catadoptions@nawsus.org. Visit nawsus.org.

Asher is a sweet 1-year-old domestic shorthair that was rescued from a local animal control. He is gentle and friendly - he relaxes when given pets and he will melt into touch. It’s unknown how Asher wound up homeless because he is clearly comfortable around people. Asher needs nothing more than to feel safe and cherished in a home.  To meet Asher, email Catadoptions@nawsus.org. Visit nawsus.org.

Asher is a sweet 1-year-old domestic shorthair that was rescued from a local animal control. He is gentle and friendly. He relaxes when given pets, and he will melt into touch. It’s unknown how Asher wound up homeless because he is clearly comfortable around people. Asher needs nothing more than to feel safe and cherished in a home.  To meet Asher, email Catadoptions@nawsus.org. Visit nawsus.org. (Photo provided by NAWS Humane Society of Illinois)

Emma is a sweet and playful 1-year-old beagle that still has puppy energy. She needs an owner who can work on her training and manners. Emma has done well with the other dogs she’s met, but she can be a bit boisterous. Contact the Will County Humane Society at willcountyhumane.com and follow the instructions for the adoption process.

Emma is a sweet and playful 1-year-old beagle who still has puppy energy. She needs an owner that can work on her training and manners. Emma has done well with the other dogs she’s met – but she can be a bit boisterous. Contact the Will County Humane Society at willcountyhumane.com and follow the instructions for the adoption process.

Emma is a sweet and playful 1-year-old beagle that still has puppy energy. She needs an owner who can work on her training and manners. Emma has done well with the other dogs she’s met, but she can be a bit boisterous. Contact the Will County Humane Society at willcountyhumane.com and follow the instructions for the adoption process. (Photo provided by Sue Newcomb Visual Arts)

Wally is 5-year-old domestic shorthair. He is sweet and affectionate and will follow people and rub against their legs for attention. Wally needs a home without dogs and prefers mellow, independent cats. Contact the Will County Humane Society at willcountyhumane.com and follow the instructions for the adoption process.

Wally is 5-year-old domestic shorthair. He is sweet and affectionate and will follow people and rub against their legs for attention. Wally needs a home without dogs and prefers mellow, independent cats. Contact the Will County Humane Society at willcountyhumane.com and follow the instructions for the adoption process.

Wally is 5-year-old domestic shorthair. He is sweet and affectionate and will follow people and rub against their legs for attention. Wally needs a home without dogs and prefers mellow, independent cats. Contact the Will County Humane Society at willcountyhumane.com and follow the instructions for the adoption process. (Photo provided by Sue Newcomb Visual Arts)

Splish is sweet, playful and curious and has an adventurous spirit. She loves exploring the world around her, chasing her brothers and pouncing on her favorite toys. Splish loves kitty treats, and she confidently approaches new experiences with a joyful heart. She soaks up pets and cuddles. Splish will bring love and joy to any home. To meet Splish, visit ForgetMeNotRescue.com/adoptables.

Splish is sweet, playful, curious and has an adventurous spirit. She loves exploring the world around her, chasing her brothers and pouncing on her favorite toys, Splish loves kitty treats and she confidently approaches new experiences with a joyful heart. She soaks up pets and cuddles. Splish will bring love and joy to any home. To meet Splish, visit ForgetMeNotRescue.com/adoptables.

Splish is sweet, playful and curious and has an adventurous spirit. She loves exploring the world around her, chasing her brothers and pouncing on her favorite toys, Splish loves kitty treats and she confidently approaches new experiences with a joyful heart. She soaks up pets and cuddles. Splish will bring love and joy to any home. To meet Splish, visit ForgetMeNotRescue.com/adoptables. (Photo provided by Sue Newcomb Visual Arts)

Sam the Brave is a fun-loving feline with boundless energy that loves to race with his two brothers. He’s a devoted companion, adores attention and likes to sit on shoulders and climb legs. He loves his hedgehog toy. Sam the Brave will thrive in a home foiled with love, preferably with another cat or – even better – his two brothers, as all three would like to be adopted together. To meet Sam the Brave, visit ForgetMeNotRescue.com/adoptables.

Sam the Brave is a fun-loving feline with boundless energy, who loves to race foster home with his two brothers. He’s a devoted companion, adores attention and likes to sit on shoulders and climb legs. He loves his hedgehog toy. Sam the Brave will thrive in a home foiled with love, preferably with another cat or – even better, his two brothers, as all three would like to be adopted together. To meet Sam the Brave, visit ForgetMeNotRescue.com/adoptables.

Sam the Brave is a fun-loving feline with boundless energy, who loves to race foster home with his two brothers. He’s a devoted companion, adores attention and likes to sit on shoulders and climb legs. He loves his hedgehog toy. Sam the Brave will thrive in a home foiled with love, preferably with another cat or – even better, his two brothers, as all three would like to be adopted together. To meet Sam the Brave, visit ForgetMeNotRescue.com/adoptables. (Photo by Forget Me Not Rescue)

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