An Urgent Plea to Cat Lovers in Northern Illinois

Winnebago County Animal Services in Rockford, Illinois is facing an urgent crisis and  desperately needs to find homes for over 100 lovable cats.

Calling All Cat Lovers!

I may be more of a dog person, but I can tell you firsthand that having a cat is pretty cool too!

Here's my cat Violet with her best buddy, Harper...

Despite what some people think, a lot of cats love affection and make great companions and cuddle buddies, PLUS they aren't as high maintenance as their canine friends.

Now that I've got you thinking you might like to have a cat too, here's your chance...

Winnebago County Animal Services Needs Cat Adopters

Sadly, having too little room for animals in need is a common problem at Winnebago County Animal Services in Rockford, and right now the shelter's cat cages at are capacity and need to get cleared out immediately!

Over 100 cats at Winnebago County Animal Services are currently in dire need of forever homes. Many of them have been waiting patiently for months to find their perfect family, and with your help, they can experience the love and comfort they so deserve.

The 'Fall For a Feline' discounted cat adoption event at Winnebago County Animal Services begins on Thursday, November 14 and lasts through Sunday, November 17, 2024. Interested adopters are encouraged to fill out an application in advance at winnebagoanimals.org to speed up the adoption process.

No matter what color, size, temperament, or age of cat your are looking for, I'm pretty sure the perfect one is waiting to meet you now at Winnebago County Animal Services. See the list of available cats, here.