Illinois Pets

Before you and your pet embark on an outdoor adventure, please remember that spring comes with its own set of dangers, and you need to be prepared!

It's not at all unusual to see some dogs here in Illinois sporting coats (and sometimes even boots) in the cold weather, but do they really need those things or is it an excuse to dress them up for our own enjoyment? Here's the answer.

Thanksgiving food smells great to dogs, but most of it’s off-limits. Here’s what they can safely enjoy from the feast—and what’s a hard “no.”

If you recently adopted a cat and need help coming up with a name this list of popular ones can definitely be useful.

One part of the recovery process is finding homes for rescued animals who survived the storm.

No, you weren’t seeing things. That wasn’t someone’s fat cat with sweet hair.

Margot is one of the dogs found abandoned at a dog park in Belvidere, Illinois and she's up for adoption now at PAWS Humane Society in Rockford, IL.

Looking to add a furry friend to your family this fall? Mark your calendar for an exciting dog and cat adoption event happening in Rockford this September, where you might just find your perfect companion.

How much will it cost you each year in Illinois To Own A Pet?

We asked to see what your dog's profile photo would look like if they were on a doggy dating app. We got a ton of cuteness and a few dogs from Illinois who have zero shame.