The A.R.K.

Gecko

This is Gecko (DOB 4/9/23). We were going to wait until he had a more welcoming appearance before we posted...

Sammie

Sammie DOB 8/1/24 Female Mini Aussie *Cats and dogs are spayed/neutered, microchipped, and current on vaccines before they leave The...

Rhett

Rhett DOB 3/26/23 Male Rottweiler Rhett is new to the shelter. This is the information we have gotten from his...

Willow

Willow Female Heeler Mix Approximately 30 lbs She came off of transport with a smile and ready to meet new...

Bandit

Bandit Male DOB 12/25/24 Chihuahua Appropriately 5 lbs *Because of Bandit's petite size, we do not feel comfortable sending him...

Remi

Remi Female approximately 5 lbs Chihuahua *Because of Remi’s petite stature, we do not feel comfortable sending her home with...

Brighton

Brighton is a big boy at 85 pounds. He is a male, chocolate lab. He sits politely for his treats,...

Betty, Bertha, Reba

From back to front 1. Betty(DOB 8-1-24),Female, mini Aussie 2. Bertha (DOB 8-1-24), 21.3 lbs, Female, Mini Aussie 3. Reba...

Milk

Milk is a 5-year-old, male Flamepoint Siamese. He is friendly and laid back.

Moonpie

Moon Pie DOB 3/12/19 Female Breed: Snowshoe *Cats and dogs are spayed/neutered, microchipped, and current on vaccines before they leave...

Snickers

This is Snickers. She is 10 or more years old. She is a lounger. She wraps up in her cat...

Guinea

Guinea (DOB 3/27/22) is a newly adoptable tortie in Omar’s room. She is petite in build with a boisterous meow....

Saturn

Saturn Female DOB 1/20/25 Paperwork states Heeler mix. All the puppies in this litter are very different in appearance. *Cats...

Lincoln

Lincoln Male 8 lbs DOB 1/20/25 Paperwork states Heeler mix. All the puppies in this litter are very different in...

Toast

Toast (DOB 7/24/21) was received on 3/27/25. Now that she is vetted, she is ready for a new home. She...

Arvin

Arvin Mini Poodle mix 9 years old Male 18 lbs *Cats and dogs are spayed/neutered, microchipped, and current on vaccines...

Thistle

Whoa, Thistle, tell us about that hair. Thistle has fine little hairs that stick out all over her body. It’s...

Ruby

Ruby Pom mix Female DOB 4/2/17 Black 12 lbs Ruby is new to the shelter. She is very sweet and...

Blair

Blair is your typical playful, curious kittens. She is always on the go when given her freedom to explore.

Scrappy Doo

Scrappy Doo was born 12-28-20. He is a lab mix. He was adopted out as a puppy and returned. No-...

Isadora

Senior cat lovers - Isadora, otherwise known as Izzy (DOB 7/12/13) needs a new home. She is a 12 year...

Ashley

Ashley (DOB 3/3/14) is a senior cat that was recently surrendered to the shelter with Isadora (although they do not...

Chemelle

Chemelle (DOB 7/13/21) is a gorgeous orange cat. Her large eyes full her entire face. Her look is so distinguished....

Koa

Koa DOB 3-18-22 Male Gray-black, mixed breed 14 lbs Koa needed a little bit of time to warm up to...

Cookie

COOKIE (DOB 1/20/24) is a female mixed breed pup. She is 32 pounds. She has a timid nature to her...

Prince

What you see is what you get. I am all smiles. I don’t really think I have ever had a...

Princess

There is something captivating about Princess. Maybe it is her soft, welcoming eyes. She makes you feel like the most...

Atlas

Atlas arrived at The ARK on 6/13/24. He has been here almost for an entire year. He came in like...

Piper

Piper Female Aussiedoodle *Piper will need frequent grooming . Please figure grooming costs into your monthly budget before applying.

Flower Power

Flower Power is friendly yet submissive. Her DOB is 8/30/24. She is 13 pounds with wiry hair. *Cats and dogs...

Bay Bay

Bay Bay (DOB 7/31/23) is a friendly fellow. He is a lounger, but if you come near you, he will...

Loot

Newly Adoptable Loot Female German Wirehair Pointer 43 lbs. DOB 10/20/23 The ARK 477 State Route 26 Lacon, IL 309-246-4275...

Alley

Alley is a super friendly calico cat. She is in Omar’s Room at The Ark. 477 State Route 26 Lacon,...

Blueberry

Blueberry (DOB 12/2/23) is a female attention hog. If you don't cave into her demands while she is on the...

Butch

Every dog is worth saving. This guy is Butch. His approximate birthday is 12-26-16. He is a very sweet, solid,...

Rocko

Rocko (DOB 9/29/21) is house trained, kennel trained, good with dogs, has not been exposed to cats, and should not...

Malachi

Malachi (DOB 1/28/22) is a long-haired, majestic beauty. He is in Omar’s Room at The Ark. He roams the room...

Cricket

Caution- Tripping Hazard! Cricket spends a lot of time rolling on the floor. Oh, you are headed to the other...

Paris

Paris is a female border collie mix. Her date of birth is 8/19/24, and she weighs approximately 30 pounds. She...

Moose

Are you looking for a one and only one pet? I’m Moose, and I have been waiting at the shelter...

Dash

Dash enjoys the company of another cat. Before Mittens was adopted, you could often find her snuggling with him. Now...

Barney

BARNEY (DOB 9/20/20) has been in the shelter since he was a kitten. Just to put his stay into perspective,...

Smokie

Smokie (DOB 3/12/22) is a male blue cat. He is newly adoptable and in Omar’s Room.

Libby

Now being greeted by that smile will make you feel special every day! How about some big dog love for...

Royal Blue

Royal Blue is Kelly Green this St. Patrick’s Day. Royal (DOB 8/29/24) is a male lab-pit mix that has been...

Bowie

Anyone have a weakness for dogs with the crooked bottom toofers? Bowie is so handsome with his rich brindle coat,...

Laramie

Laramie is approximately 9 months old and 19 pounds. He is an active, young pup that wants to lick your...

Verna

Verna Female TORTIE DOB 9/3/24 When Verna isn’t busy ambushing littermates, she takes a time out for rest and relaxation....

Zazu

You know what paradise feels like to a dog in the shelter system? A sunny, almost spring day. Zazu loves...

Rowena

Rowena (DOB 6/25/24) was playing a little peek-a-boo with littermate Auska this morning. Rowena is a female fancy tabby. *Cats...

Fiona (FIV+)

Fiona (DOB 11/30/17) is one of our FIV cats. She gets time out of her kennel to explore during cleaning...

Moggie

Moggie (DOB 3/5/24) is a good natured, young male cat. He is respectful of space but appreciative of attention. He...

Payton

Payton (DOB 12/4/21) has a private kennel at The ARK. He is a bit in the shy side but friendly...

Honey

It is pretty obvious how this beauty got her name. She is as sweet as Honey. She sits on the...

Hilda

Got milk? Hilda (DOB 2/5/22) is a calm, affectionate tuxedo. She has the most purrfect little milk mustache. One on...

Sunset

Can you see yourself heading off the sunset with this little guy? Sunset is your typical playful, curious kitten. He’s...

Sally

Sally, unfortunately, begun feeling the stress of the shelter, so she is now in a quieter (for a shelter setting),...

Holly

Holly (DOB 1/22/23) is quite the busy body. That is what makes her a purrfect play pal for the kittens...

Rico

Rico (DOB 6/4/21) is a super affectionate male cat. He loves, loves, loves your attention and gentle strokes. A true...

Oliver Twist

Oliver Twist (DOB 12/1/20) is a super affectionate male house panther. He has a double white patch upon his chest....

Mocha

Mocha makes you feel like you are the most special person in the world when she looks up at you...

Callie

Callie (DOB 6/19/19) is a female calico cat. She is very sweet and will politely follow you around. When her...

Briar Jane

Before the holidays, Briar Jane was pulled from an out of state shelter and waiting for transport to IL. Her...

Poppy

Poppy (DOB 5/15/23) is a female calico that is waiting in Molly’s Room for an adopter. She is a nice...

*Reduced Fees ($50) Males

These male cats have reduced adoption fees of $50.00. They are friendly cats, but not the type that want to...

*Reduced Fees ($50) Females

Chemelle (DOB 7/13/21) is a gorgeous orange, young cat. Her large eyes full her entire face. Her look is so...

Genevieve

Genevieve (DOB 7/6/24) is an adoptable kitten in Daisy’s Room at The ARK. She is an explorer and loves to...

Gypsy

Gypsy (DOB 5/1/23) is a laid-back, friendly fancy tabby. She has a distinguishing, white fur strip along her spine. She...

Violet

Violet (DOB 5-29-17) is a cat that we have kept in a private kennel in the hope that she would...

Archie

Archie (DOB 6/23/24) is an active, brave kitten in Daisy’s Room. Like most kittens, he has big bursts of energy...

Cheddar

Cheddar is content to mind his own business. He peers out a window and watch the day go by or...

Gillian

Looking for a mature, no nonsense companion? Here’s Gillian. He was born in 2014. He is a gentle, stoic, black...

Skye

Skye (DOB 7/13/14) is a little standoffish when new people first enter the room. However, he does warm up and...

Smoky

Smoky (DOB 5/30/23) is such a gorgeous cat. She has swirls on her coat and a twist in her tail...

Beau

Beau is a young, male husky mix- around 3 years old. Beau is a dog that will want and need...

Bella

Bella (DOB 11/24/22) is a female tortie. She is friendly and quiet. She’s an observer yet comes to you for...

Mattie

Mattie (DOB 6/13/21) is adorbs. She has the silkiest coat and the most beautiful eyes. She isn’t demanding but friendly...

Ponderosa

Ponderosa (DOB 5/30/21) is a female Torbie with the cutest smooshed face. She is fun to watch as she chases...

April

APRIL (DOB 5/29/20) is a quiet tabby. She spends some of her time on the cat tower or sitting near...

Sing

Sing (DOB 4/5/23, male) is a friendly and active young cat. If you stoop down to his level, he is...

Mason

Mason (DOB 3/13/21) is a very shy cat. While he was in a kennel, he hid himself under cat beds....

Delta

Delta is a female black cat with a patch of white on her chest. DOB 5/01/2021. Her BFFs, volunteers Mike...

Louise

Louise (DOB 12/7/22) is in Molly’s Room at The ARK. She isn’t a cat that will run right to you...

Inky

INKY was foster-raised with adult cats and small dogs. She has been socialized, is now fully vetted, and is ready...

Cy

Cy (DOB March 2023) is a male, lazy lounger. He is friendly but not in your face for attention. He...

Jaden

We are so thankful that JADEN was a big lounger on Saturday morning. What a wonderful pose to showcase her...

Willow

What a beautiful, majestic, green eyed beauty. Willow was born 1/29/2016, adopted as a kitten and returned in Feb of...

Bernie

Bernie Male Tabby 8/18/22 Bernie has sweet eyes and a welcoming personality. Come visit him in Daisy’s room at The...

Lizzie

LIZZIE (DOB 10-17-22) is a female tuxedo. She was a foster-raised kitten. 477 State Route 26 Lacon, Il 61540 VISITING...

Cash (Aka. Folsom)

Cash Male DOB 12/4/18

Kimber

Kimber is a white terrier, and she is around 45 pounds. How about those ears on Kimber? They are a...

Kerri

Kerri (DOB 03/19/2019) is a female tabby. This is Kerri, She was in an automobile accident that she survived, but...

Angel

Angel (DOB 10/14/18) is a female orange/white tabby. She is affectionate, yet she likes things under her terms. She would...