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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 Maggie's adoption status with email updates.
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Maggie

Domestic Mediumhair

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

Hound (Unknown Type)/Labrador Retriever

Male, 11 yrs 1 mo
Effingham, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Daisy's adoption status with email updates.
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Daisy

Mixed Breed (Medium)

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

Domestic Mediumhair

Male, 1 yr 2 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 9 mos
Effingham, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Tux's adoption status with email updates.
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Tux

Collie/Beagle

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

Treeing Walker Coonhound/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 2 yrs 10 mos
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 1 mo
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

Shelby Humane Society, Inc.

1309 W. S. 7th,
Shelbyville, IL 62565

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

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 3 yrs 5 mos
Robinson, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Pippy's adoption status with email updates.
Special Needs
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Pippy

Australian Shepherd

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

Domestic Shorthair

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

Domestic Shorthair

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

Chihuahua/Shih Tzu

Male, 6 yrs 1 mo
Robinson, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Leo's adoption status with email updates.
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Leo

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 3 yrs 7 mos
Robinson, IL

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