Betty – 7-year-old domestic shorthair Betty came from a shelter in southern Illinois and has been at Helping Paws for about a month. Her unique coloring is a combination of tabby and calico. Another marking that makes her unique is that one of her ears is smaller than the other due to an ear infection. […]
Mojo – 5-month-old medium breed mix Mojo came from Kentucky with his four siblings about two months ago. He currently weighs 30 pounds and is the biggest of his litter. A very happy and energetic boy, Mojo likes to collect rocks. He can be a little silly and clumsy, sometimes forgetting how to use his […]
Jane – 5-month-old collie mix Howdy, my name is Jane. I am a five-month-old Collie mix and weigh about 22 pounds. I traveled here from Hazard, Kentucky. The staff have described me as an energetic sweetheart, who is super smart and does great with the other dogs here. I really enjoy making the humans happy. […]
Levi – 4-month-old hound mix Levi arrived at Helping Paws from an animal shelter in Kentucky, moving up here for a second chance. He’s neutered, microchipped, and vaccinated. A happy and energetic boy, Levi would be happiest in a home that is active as well. Like a true hound, he enjoys exploring his surroundings with […]
Nana – 7-year-old large breed mix Nana is one of 43 dogs seized on Jan. 14 by Animal Rescue Corps in Kentucky in a rescue effort known as “Operation Frozen Sorrows.” Severly malnourished, she now weighs 68 pounds and is ready to find a forever home. Though she has a big bark, Nana is a […]
Pixie – 5-month-old retriever mix Hi, I’m Betsy! I came from Southern Illinois and I have been waiting here at HP for more than 130 days. I have been through a lot since my arrival, dealing with a skin issue and tooth removal, but I am much better now! I am a sweet girl who […]
Betsy – 8-month-old domestic shorthair Hi, I’m Betsy! I came from Southern Illinois and I have been waiting here at HP for more than 130 days. I have been through a lot since my arrival, dealing with a skin issue and tooth removal, but I am much better now! I am a sweet girl who […]
Plunkett – 7-year-old terrier/feist mix Rescued from a hoarding situation in Gallatin, Tenn., Plunkett came to Helping Paws and is looking for a loving home. He’s been neutered, vaccinated, and microchipped, and he’s great at going potty outside and walking on a leash. He loves taking naps and getting scratchies from anyone willing. He’s had […]
Grace – 7-month-old shepherd mix Grace, a 7-month old, 43-pound Shepherd mix, came to Helping Paws from Kentucky, about a month ago. She’s up-to-date on vaccines, spayed, microchipped, and ready to be adopted. She’s working on her potty skills too. Grace is a very happy girl who enjoys playing and being active. She enjoys other […]
Bali and Bliss – 9-month-old domestic shorthairs Sisters Bali (shown) and Bliss came to Helping Paws from southern Illinois. Both cats are spayed, fully vaccinated, microchipped, and currently waiting for homes. While shy when they first arrived, they are gaining confidence every day. The sisters love to play and enjoy having conversations with whoever enters […]
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