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EARS Effingham Animal Rescue Sanctuary

Animal rescue in Effingham, IL

Effingham Animal Rescue Sanctuary (EARS) is a fully foster-based, donation-based, and volunteer-run 501(c)3 organization with three areas of focus: Foster & Adopt, Spay & Neuter, and Charitable/Critical Care Assistance. EARS was formed in 2010, and has been devoted to helping animals find loving homes, receive the medical care they need, and aid the community in pet care ever since.

Contact
Address
PO Box 1737
Effingham, IL 62401
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Adoptable pets at EARS Effingham Animal Rescue Sanctuary

We'll also keep you updated on Kai's adoption status with email updates.
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Kai

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 1 yr 10 mos
Effingham, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Molly's adoption status with email updates.
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Molly

Hound (Unknown Type)/Cattle Dog

Female, 4 mos
Effingham, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Charlie's adoption status with email updates.
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Charlie

Boxer/American Pit Bull Terrier

Male, 1 yr 1 mo
Effingham, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Brick's adoption status with email updates.
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Brick

Affenpinscher

Male, 6 yrs
Effingham, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Fiesty's adoption status with email updates.
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Fiesty

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 3 mos
Effingham, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Ocean's adoption status with email updates.
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Ocean

Domestic Mediumhair

Female, 3 mos
Effingham, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Marshmallow's adoption status with email updates.
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Marshmallow

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 3 mos
Effingham, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Derby's adoption status with email updates.
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Derby

Chow Chow/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 1 yr 7 mos
Effingham, IL

Rescue FAQs

Effingham IL, and surrounding areas.

  • 1. Submit Application
  • 2. Interview
  • 3. Approve Application
  • 4. Meet the Pet
  • 5. Sign Adoption Contract
  • 6. Pay Fee
  • 7. Take the Pet Home

Additional adoption info

Please submit an adoption application via our website to get the process started!

Adoption application

https://effinghamanimalrescue.com/adoptable-pets/

Pets at shelters & rescues near EARS Effingham Animal Rescue Sanctuary

Coles County Animal Shelter

6818 North County Road 1120 East.,
Charleston, IL 61938

The Animal House71207

701 E Buckner,
Tuscola, IL 61953

We'll also keep you updated on Loli's adoption status with email updates.
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Loli

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 5 yrs 2 mos
Robinson, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Nevaeh's adoption status with email updates.
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Nevaeh

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 1 yr 7 mos
Robinson, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Sandy's adoption status with email updates.
Special Needs
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Sandy

Domestic Longhair

Female, Senior
Greenville, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Amelia's adoption status with email updates.
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Amelia

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 2 yrs
Robinson, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Jordan's adoption status with email updates.
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Jordan

Domestic Mediumhair

Male, Adult
Louisville, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Pluto's adoption status with email updates.
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Pluto

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Young
Greenville, IL

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