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A not-for-profit animal welfare organization, HSCI does not receive federal, state or local tax dollars. In addition to nominal adoption fees, HSCI relies heavily on donations from individuals, foundations and corporations who also have a commitment to animal welfare, and fundraising activities. The HSCI has donation support of over 900 individuals and volunteers who dedicate countless hours each year. The organization spay/neuters over 1,000 animals and helps more than 2,200 animals annually.
Adoption Process: View the Available Pets pages (Cats, Dogs and Rabbits & More) on our website. All available pets are listed on the website. Complete an online adoption application noting the pet that you are interested in meeting. HSCI staff will review the application and notify you of the status including the availability of the pet. We may have received multiple applications for the same pet. Once your application has been approved and the animal is available, HSCI staff will contact you via telephone to schedule an appointment for a meet and greet. If you have an approved application on file (applications are kept for six months) and would like to set up an appointment to view a particular pet, please call us at (309) 451-1000. Appointments will be scheduled Tuesday through Saturday. Our mission is to place the animals under our care in loving, forever homes. Successful placement is due, in part, to our adoption application process, which helps ensure animals are placed in appropriate, responsible, and permanent homes. Our Adoption Counselors use their knowledge of the pets in our care to help you find a pet that matches your lifestyle. You may be attracted to a particular pet, but it may not be a good fit for your home. We'll work with you to make sure you're both going to be happy!
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