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Knox County Humane Society (IL)

Animal shelter in Galesburg, IL

We the Knox County Humane Society are here to promote the humane treatment of animals, prevent cruelty to animals and provide education to enhance the human-animal bond and to end pet over-population.


We have a small adoption contract that is very simple to fill out. Anyone wanting to adopt an animal must be 21 or older and have a valid ID with them. The contract just states that the person adopting the animal will take good care of them, make sure they're up to date on heath related items, and other agreements that can be properly read when the person comes in. We will also work with reduced fees for the adoption if possible.

Contact Erin Buckmaster
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Address
1855 Windish Dr
Galesburg, IL 61401
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1855 Windish Dr

Galesburg, IL 61401

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Adoptable pets at Knox County Humane Society (IL)

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SHADOW

Labrador Retriever

Male, Young
Galesburg, IL
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SASSY

Jack Russell Terrier

Female, Young
Galesburg, IL
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DOOLEY

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Male, Young
Galesburg, IL
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LILY

Rottweiler

Female, Adult
Galesburg, IL
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DAISY

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Female, Adult
Galesburg, IL
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TUCKER

Terrier (Unknown Type, Medium)

Male, Adult
Galesburg, IL

Shelter FAQs

Our facility takes in animals through out Knox County, IL. Also, we serve as the animal control for City of Galesburg and take in the animals for the other various Animal Control agencies in Knox County.

  • 1. Visit the Facility and Find a Pet
  • 2. Meet the Pet
  • 3. Submit Application
  • 4. Approve Application
  • 5. Sign Adoption Contract
  • 6. Pay Fee
  • 7. Take the Pet Home

Additional adoption info

We have a small adoption contract that is very simple to fill out. Anyone wanting to adopt an animal must be 21 or older and have a valid ID with them. The contract just states that the person adopting the animal will take good care of them, make sure they're up to date on heath related items, and other agreements that can be properly read when the person comes in. We will also work with reduced fees for the adoption if possible.

Adoption application

https://knoxcountyhumanesociety.org/

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Remi

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