by Greg | Apr 12, 2022 | stories
Six things to consider before giving your kids a little critter for the holiday. As Easter approaches, many parents are tempted to buy a baby bunny, duckling or chick as the crowning jewel of their young children’s Easter baskets. The kids will love the cuddly...
by Greg | Apr 11, 2022 | stories
Elizabeth and Cyndy have never met, but they have two very important loves in common – a 13-year-old cat named Meeka and a 12-year-old cat named Houdini. Elizabeth, the proud mom of the feline pair, is also a surgical technologist in the U.S. Navy (or, in military...
by Greg | Apr 4, 2022 | stories
It all started six years ago on Fat Tuesday. Julie Bolster, a mom of four, had helped plan some after-school enrichment programs at her kids’ school. One of the sessions involved two puppies, who quickly won Julie’s heart. The woman who brought the puppies, an...
by Greg | Apr 4, 2022 | stories
Every Tuesday, you’ll find a 20-year-old woman named Annie at Anderson Humane’s South Elgin shelter, sweeping the floor or cutting up hot dogs for the animals awaiting adoption. These are typical tasks for our volunteers, but Annie is a part of a unique new group...
by Greg | Mar 28, 2022 | stories
Three ways to ensure your pet is a fun part of your family travels. You’ve made it to Spring Break! Before you make it to your travel destination, there are a few things to keep in mind if your furry family members are joining you. These three points will help...