Stories about pets
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.
Under a new program called “Whiskers at Work” Will County residents who live or work on agricultural-zoned property are paired with a feral or semi-feral cat that’s otherwise unadoptable
Joliet Township Animal Control hopes more dogs and cats will find is fur-ever home in April.
Hawthorn invites pet owners to bring their furry four-legged friends to a special pet photo session with the Easter Bunny on two Monday evenings: from 4 to 7 p.m. March 31 and April 7.
The Kankakee County Humane Foundation’s signature fundraiser, Paws and Purrs Petacular, returns next Saturday, April 5. Ticket sales have been extended through March 28.
Read the description of each pet to find out about it, including where it can be adopted in Will County.
Will County Animal Protection Services will waive its adoption fees for dogs six months and older through March 31,
Millie was celebrated with a birthday party Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2025, at PetSmart in Sterling. Millie replaced the retired Brinkley last year.
Providers at UrgentVet Joliet compassionately treat a wide range of pet illness and injuries and also provide end-of-life care.
Mahogany is the Pet of the Week.
The Forest Preserve District of Will County will host a Mutts and Mugs program from 1 to 3 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 2, at Forked Creek Preserve near Wilmington. A 2025 dog park permit is required to attend.
The Forest Preserve District of Will County will host a Mutts and Mugs program from 1 to 3 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 2, as a social event for dogs and dog owners.
DeFiore Funeral Home in Huntley plans to open a pet crematorium with viewing room and pet walkway.
A Little Bit About Me: Ghost’s favorite hobbies include going on walks, playing ball, stealing toys from her siblings, finding innovative ways to escape the yard
Charlie, a Bernese mountain dog that took off from his yard on Dec. 30 was found on Sunday with the help of a thermal drone operator.
His nicknames are Mr. Pants and Snackary
As we get deeper into winter, it is important for dog owners to be mindful of these safety tips before exposing their pets to cold, snow and ice.
In addition to dogs and cats, rabbits and ferrets are now eligible for Will County Animal Protection Services microchipping promotion.
A Polo police officer carried an elderly man from inside the home to safety Tuesday morning during a fire at 611 N. Division St.
Joliet Township Animal Control will waive adoption fees for dogs and offer discounted pet microchipping services through New Years Eve to make pet adoption easier on local families.
Here are five ways to ensure the holidays are merry and bright for people and pets in need in Will County.
Will County Animal Protection Services is waiving dog and cat adoption fees for veterans and active duty servicemembers during November.
The Herald-News presents this week’s Pets of the Week for October 14, 2024. Read the description of each pet to find out about it, including where it can be adopted in Will County.
Dogs, cats and maybe a rabbit or a lizard all gathered Oct. 3 on the playground at St. Mary’s School in Dixon for the annual blessing of the pets.
The Herald-News presents this week’s Pets of the Week for October 7, 2024. Read the description of each pet to find out about it, including where it can be adopted in Will County.
St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 221 W. Third St., Dixon, will host a pet blessing on Sunday, Oct. 6, in observance of the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi. Outdoor and drive-up blessings will be offered along the Peoria Avenue side of the church.
Rachel Evans of Minooka, director for the Living Room in Joliet, and her family were heading to a birthday party in Homer Glen when neighbors called to say the Evans' home was on fire.