Pets of the Week: Oct. 23, 2023

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.

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Armando is a sweet 5-year-old, 85-pound terrier mix, gentle and very well-behaved. He’d make a great family dog. He loves meeting new people and does well with other dogs. Armando is house-trained and smart. He is cuddly and loves belly rubs. To meet Armando, email dogadoption@nawsus.org. Visit nawsus.org.

Hastings is a 4-year-old tabby that is playful and social. He was found as a friendly stray after fending for himself outdoors for some time. He likes other cats and has lived with a dog in his foster home. He likes attention and greets his foster family immediately when they enter a room. He gives head bumps and purrs to show his appreciation for love. To meet Hastings, email catadoptions@nawsus.org. Visit nawsus.org.

Dusty is a young shepherd mix. He is sweet, active, and needs an experienced dog owner who can provide the training he needs. Email the Will County Humane Society at willcountyhumane.com and follow the instructions for the adoption process.

Lulu is a young, domestic shorthaired kitten from a southern Illinois animal control. When she arrived, she was recovering from an upper respiratory infection, but is doing fine now and is very spunky. Email the Will County Humane Society at willcountyhumane.com and follow the instructions for the adoption process.

Carl is a goofy 18-month-old retriever mix that needs a strong leader as he is full of shenanigans. Carl does well with other dogs and would love a playmate that matches his fun personality. He’s very energetic and needs an active family to keep him busy. To meet Carl, call Joliet Township Animal Control at 815-725-0333.

Soren is a goofy, 2-year-old tabby that’s always up for a good time with people or other cats. He loves good catnip and will play with wand toys as long as someone play with him. Soren is very outgoing and is curious about everyone. To meet Soren, call ForePaws at 779- 456-7899.