The Herald-News presents this week’s Pets of the Week. Read the description of each pet to find out about that pet, including where it can be adopted.
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Oliver (aka Grits) is a 1-year-old lab mix. He is a little shy at first but warms up quickly. Oliver loves to play tug-of-war, go for walks, snack on cream cheese and watch movies. He also knows quite a few commands and picks up new tricks easily. Oliver is also potty and crate-trained. To meet Oliver, contact Hopeful Tails Animal Rescue at hopefultailsadoptions@outlook.com. Visit hopefultailsanimalrescue.org.
Spritzer is a 2-year-old lab and pointer mix who came to Hopeful Tails from a high kill shelter down south. He likes to play with other dogs. To meet Spritzer, contact Hopeful Tails Animal Rescue at hopefultailsadoptions@outlook.com. Visit hopefultailsanimalrescue.org.
Ziggy is a 4-year-old terrier whose last owner died, leaving Ziggy heartbroken and confused. He weighs 85 pounds and loves to snuggle and be near his people. He is obedient, loving and gentle. Ziggy needs to be the only pet in a home. To meet Ziggy, email Stacy at stacy@nawsus.org. Visit nawsus.org.
Maguire is a 2-year-old tabby. He is very outgoing and will greet visitors by showing his friendly personality. He likes pets and attention and is good with other cats. To meet Maguire, email Catadoptions@nawsus.org. Visit nawsus.org.
Biscuit is a medium sized mixed breed who was found as a stray. He is sweet and well-mannered with shelter staff and volunteers and seems to get along well with his kennel mates. Contact the Will County Humane Society at willcountyhumane.com and follow the instructions for the adoption process.
Reys is a small domestic shorthair was returned to the shelter when her owner died. She is a bit shy but warms up quickly to people and gets along with the other cats at the shelter. Contact the Will County Humane Society at willcountyhumane.com and follow the instructions for the adoption process.