Our Recent Stories
From Fear to Friendship: A Healing Paws Dog’s Mission
Ellie Mae, a timid and anxious Labrador Retriever, came into our care in May. Not too long after, Ellie Mae found herself at a loving foster home dedicated to helping her decompress from the...
Animals and Fireworks: What You Should Know
As pet owners, it is our responsibility to ensure the safety and well-being of our furry friends. Fireworks can be a source of joy and celebration for humans, but they can cause anxiety and distress...
Saving Lives on the Fly
On April 6th, a plane touched down at Chicago Executive Airport in Wheeling, then took off again 30 minutes later. What happened in that half hour was nothing short of lifesaving. Staff members from...
New Hope for Three Senior Dogs
On a crisp fall day, Molly Craig, the Intake and Transfer Manager at Anderson Humane, made the short drive from our South Elgin shelter to Kane County Animal Control in Geneva. She was there to...
The Dog Making Dreams Come True
Ever since Otis joined Danielle’s family, he’s been fulfilling dreams. “My boyfriend Matt had wanted a dog his whole life,” Danielle said of their decision earlier this year to adopt a dog....
The Puppy Who Won the Jaeger Family’s Hearts
When Kathleen Jaeger first saw a photo of Austin, a puppy available for adoption at Anderson Humane, she was struck by his cute toothy smile. “I was so drawn to him,” Kathleen said, adding she felt...
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