The Herald-News presents this week's Pets of the Week. Read the caption of each photo to find out about that pet, including where he or she can be adopted.
Email "Pet of the Week" submissions to news@theheraldnews.com. Photos should be in jpg file format, 200 dpi and sent as email attachments. Submissions are subject to editing for length, style, grammar and run as space is available.
Bonnie is your typical kitten. She’s adorable, fun, playful and fearless. She runs and jumps on the other kitties enticing them to join her in a game of chase and tumble. When she gets tuckered out she likes to sit on her temp mom’s lap or lay by her to get affection, pets and love. This sweet little girl would make the perfect companion for anyone. Call Humane Haven Animal Shelter at 630-378-4208 or email humanehaven@gmail.com.
Clyde is gentle and social. He reaches out and greets anyone who says, "Hello." He’s affectionate and loves to hug and cuddle when he’s not busy playing with his toys and burning off energy. He does great with other cats and seems OK with dogs. Call Humane Haven Animal Shelter at 630-378-4208 or email humanehaven@gmail.com.
Sheldon is a young black lab mix. He is an active and happy-go-lucky boy that loves to run and play in the yard. He is eager to please and knows some commands including sit and speak. To meet him, email Stacy at stacy@nawsus.org or call 708-478-5102. Visit www.nawsus.org.
River is a personable 10-month-old pittie mix. He has boundless energy when playing with other dogs and tennis balls. She does, however, stop playing for time to get pet and fed treats. River is a very intelligent, quick-witted pup. Visit River at Joliet Township Animal Control, 2807 McDonough St. in Joliet or call 815-725-0333.
Nera is a sweet 1-year-old cat. She originally came to us as a stray back in December and for some reason has not had any luck catching the eye of an adopter. She is a gentle girl, that loves pets, giving kisses and following you around. Nera is good with other cats and should be OK with calm dogs. Visit Nera at Joliet Township Animal Control, 2807 McDonough St. in Joliet or call 815-725-0333.
Scorpio is about 4 to 5 years old. He is a gentle soul and has previous experience living with a dog, but he would need a meet and greet with other the other dogs in a prospective adoptive family's home. Contact Hopeful Tails Animal Rescue at hopefultailsadoptions@outlook.com.
Stonie is a 1-year-old Corgi and terrier mix. She keeps her kennel spotless. She's playful yet happy to just hang out. She walks well on a leash. Contact Hopeful Tails Animal Rescue at hopefultailsadoptions@outlook.com.
Miss Cleo is a 6-year-old tortie who came to the shelter when her owner could no longer care for her. She is very sweet and loves attention. She is very laid back and gets along with other cats. Call the Will County Humane Society at 815-741-0695 or visit willcountyhumane.com.
Jimmy and Buffett are 7-year-old beagle mix boys transferred to our facility from a southern kill shelter. They are a sweet pair, always wagging their tags and smiling. They are super friendly and gladly climb up in the laps of whomever will have them. They are a bonded pair, which means they must be adopted together. Call the Will County Humane Society at 815-741-0695 or visit willcountyhumane.com.