Pet blessing at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church in Aurora
Karly, a six-year-old Siamese, is blessed by the Reverend Patrick Fish during a worship service Sunday, Oct. 9, at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church in Aurora.
When going to the dogs offers a good day, community fun
One-hundred dogs representing approximately 30 breeds competed Sunday, Oct. 2 in Aurora’s fourth annual Aurora Pooch Parade.
Anderson’s seventh annual Pets-AH-Palooza at in Geneva
Matilda the bloodhound greets Anderson Humane Society volunteer Sam Payton of St. Charles Sunday, Sept. 25, at Anderson’s seventh annual Pets-AH-Palooza at Northwestern Medicine Field in Geneva. Matilda was among two animals appearing in five educational presentations.
Second annual pet blessing Sunday, Oct. 2 at New England Congregational Church
Teddy the dog, center, is blessed in 2021 by Aurora pastors Reverend Julie Grafe, left, Our Savior Lutheran Church and Reverend Dr. Brandon S. Perrine, New England Congregational Church, at Our Savior.
North Aurora veterinarian introduces Dolly, a rescued yellow lab at Wesley United Methodist Church
North Aurora veterinarian Dr. Abby Curiel, left, assisted by Jess Anthony, introduces Dolly, a rescued yellow lab at Wesley United Methodist Church in Aurora August 10.
Pet of the Week: Petite mama Ellie looking for home
Ellie is a female Domestic Shorthair Tiger who was born in June 2020. Ellie is a sweet mama who is teeny at just seven pounds. She is very social and quick to greet any visitors. Ellie especially loves to watch out a window or lay in a lap. Ellie is
Pet of the Week: Cody: Lovable goof, needs a new lap
Cody is a male Domestic Shorthair Gray Tiger who was born around January 2021. Cody is such a sweetheart. He is a bit timid around new people, but once he gets to know you he loves to be on your lap. Cody is good with other cats, but would do
Pet of the Week: Max loves to nap with humans, lounge
Max is a male Domestic Shorthair Brown Tiger who was born March 7, 2022. Max enjoys people-watching out the window and taking long naps in the sun. He loves to run around and play with his sisters, then cuddle up with his humans on the couch when he is tired.
Pet of the Week: Frankie: Independent cat needs new family
Frankie is male Domestic Shorthair Gray Marble Tabby who was born November 19, 2020. Frankie is an independent cat who is looking for a patient family with older children. Frankie does not like to be chased or cornered. He isn’t a lap cat or cuddler, but loves to interact and
Pet of the Week: Roger, snuggly cat, needs forever home
Roger is a male Domestic shorthair who was born March 5, 2022. Roger is a snuggly guy, who likes to be around the action. He stays with his human family as they move around the house, and would like to spend the night sleeping on top of you! He loves
Exchange students learn and donate to the Fox Valley Animal Welfare League
Tracey and Gandi Falcon of Aurora held a service project May 5, Cinco de Meow-O, for American Field Service (AFS) Exchange students.
Patches: Owner passed, needs new home
Patches is a female Domestic Longhair Black and White who was born February 18, 2010. Patches’ owner passed away and she needs a new home. She has hyperthyroidism which requires a medication that costs $30 a month. She is always so excited when a human come into the room and
Simon: Great cat for kids, loves water
Simon is a male Domestic Shorthair Orange Tiger, who was born April 21, 2021. Simon is the most handsome orange tabby and loves to be held. Simon loves to play in the water and will hop in your shower, sink, or bathtub if allowed. Simon is so calm with young
Pet of the Week: Bonded brothers: Channing and Tatum
Brothers, Channing and Tatum, are Domestic Shorthair gray and white who were born in August 2015. Channing and Tatum are so gentle and quiet. They love each other and play with toys. They love to lay in a sun-filled window and be petted. Tatum is a Polydactyl with extra toes.
Gremlin mix, IT guy, provide service-dog training
Blair Peters is the behind-the- scenes IT guy who makes sure the public has access to the daily decision-making activities of the Kane County Board. For the coming months, Peters, the County’s technologies coordinator, will be joined by a furry companion who is undergoing training as part of a volunteer,
Therapy Dog Club visits hospitals again
Just like everybody else, members of the Fox Valley Therapy Dog Club are working within protocols so that youngsters may meet with four legged friends, hospital staff members will receive comfort and reading programs for children which will, in a small way, return to local libraries. Going forward within a
Pet of the Week: Esther: Mama cat needs forever home
Esther is a female Domestic Shorthair Calico who was born in June 2019. Esther is a super sweet mama cat who is ready for her loving, forever home. She has been in a house with children and lots of cats. She plays nicely and is socialized and loves to snuggle
Mamma Mia and Bjorn: Bonded
Mamma Mia is a female Domestic Shorthair Tortie who was born in July 2020. Bjorn is a male Domestic Shorthair born in July 2021. Mother and son, Mamma Mia and Bjorn, are a talkative pair and are always ready to chat. They are laid back and love to snuggle with
Pet of the Week: Fluffy Frida loves cats and kids
Frida is a female Domestic Shorthair Dilute Torti who was born July 27, 2021. Sweet Frida is so fluffy and cute! She loves to play, and enjoys cats and kids. She loves to climb into drawers and uses the dryer as an exercise wheel, so she will need to be
Pet of the Week: Danny: Very loving, unique look
Danny is male Domestic Shorthair Brown Tiger who was born April 11, 2021. Danny has darker markings that outline his eyes that give him a unique look. He will make sure to interrupt whatever you are doing when he feels he needs some attention and is very loving. He enjoys