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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 Fiesty's adoption status with email updates.
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Fiesty

Domestic Shorthair

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

Australian Shepherd/Beagle

Female, 3 yrs 9 mos
Effingham, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Callaway's adoption status with email updates.
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Callaway

Pomeranian/Husky

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

Labrador Retriever/Beagle

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

Shepherd (Unknown Type)

Female, 1 yr 1 mo
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

Bond County Humane Society

2510 S Elm Street,
Greenville, IL 62246

Coles County Animal Shelter

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

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

Domestic Shorthair

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

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 6 mos
EFFINGHAM, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Oscar's adoption status with email updates.
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Oscar

Domestic Longhair

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

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 3 yrs 1 mo
Robinson, 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
We'll also keep you updated on Mandy's adoption status with email updates.
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Mandy

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Young
Greenville, IL

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