Come check out our “Adopt-A-Kennel” program where our local individuals and businesses can show the community their support for our area’s homeless animals.  This month’s (SEPTEMBER) Adopt-A-Kennel is in memory of Wayne Cook, loved and missed by so many.  A very special thanks to all of our sponsors for their continuing support.  It’s the perfect way to honor someone or memorialize them by adopting a kennel in their name. Call us for more information or visit our website www.mccookhumanesociety.com for more information and to fill out a form online. You can also sponsor an adoption for one of our available pets if you’d like to help out in that way.

We’re looking forward to our Nail Day event on Saturday, October 12th. We’re changing the time of the event. It will now be from1pm to 2pm.

We’ve had some very loving people come in and sponsor adoptions to help make sure that our temporarily homeless furry friends find homes for the holidays. Come on in and see who’s adoption fees have been completely paid for:  Chimera and Dublin. Some wonderful pets have found truly amazing forever homes because of these generous people.

Spay/Neuter Fees waived… A wonderfully generous anonymous donor has decided that it was time to let the dog’s at the shelter get help in finding homes also. This friend of the shelter started a spay/neuter reimbursement fund for them because, as she said, “they need help finding permanent loving homes also”. So, spay/neuter fees will be waived on all dogs who have been available for adoption for over 30 days, until this fund is depleted. At this time the spay/neuter reimbursement fees are still being waived for the felines. We will continue to waive the spay/neuter fees until the Linda Hedges/Mary Ellinger Memorial fund is depleted. We have truly seen a dramatic increase in the feline adoptions since we’ve been able to waive the spay/neuter fees for them, let’s see if it helps with their barking friends. If you’d like to make a contribution to help either of these funds continue, please make sure that you let us know that it’s for the fund. You can stop by, call us, email us, Facebook us, or reach out on the “Contact Us” form on our website for help. 

Don’t forget to “Like” us on Facebook, Instagram or check us out on TikTok to keep up to date on all of the upcoming fun events, job openings and fundraisers and when checking out our website, make sure you check out our section featuring our Up To The Minute Pet Listings!

Did you know… With the warmer weather getting ready to turn cooler, that means cramming more outside time and more trips to the park, longer walks and more chances for your pet to wander off! Make sure your dog or cat has a microchip for identification and wears a tag imprinted with your contact information. Another tip: Now is a good time to make sure all of your contact information is current at your veterinarian’s office and the microchip company. You can also make sure that you’re friendly with your neighbors and can keep an eye on each other’s pets and when they’re accidentally out.

The McCook Humane Society will be closed tomorrow, Saturday, September 21st, as we will be with everyone else, out at Norris Park celebrating Heritage Days! Come visit us at our booth and don’t miss out on our 1st Weiner Dog Race!

Come check out our “Adopt-A-Kennel” program where our local individuals and businesses can show the community their support for our area’s homeless animals.  This month’s (SEPTEMBER) Adopt-A-Kennel is in memory of Wayne Cook, loved and missed by so many.  A very special thanks to all of our sponsors for their continuing support.  It’s the perfect way to honor someone or memorialize them by adopting a kennel in their name. Call us for more information or visit our website www.mccookhumanesociety.com for more information and to fill out a form online. You can also sponsor an adoption for one of our available pets if you’d like to help out in that way.

We’ve had some very loving people come in and sponsor adoptions to help make sure that our temporarily homeless furry friends find homes for the holidays. Come on in and see who’s adoption fees have been completely paid for:  Chimera. Some wonderful pets have found truly amazing forever homes because of these generous people.

Looking forward to our 1st Wiener Dog Race. It’s going to be at Norris Park on September 21st! Participants will receive a goody bag while supplies last. Come on out to Heritage Days, visit us at our booth, and cheer on those wiener dogs! Call us for more information, check out the McCook Chamber’s Facebook page, or ours! 

Spay/Neuter Fees waived… A wonderfully generous anonymous donor has decided that it was time to let the dog’s at the shelter get help in finding homes also. This friend of the shelter started a spay/neuter reimbursement fund for them because, as she said, “they need help finding permanent loving homes also”. So, spay/neuter fees will be waived on all dogs who have been available for adoption for over 30 days, until this fund is depleted. At this time the spay/neuter reimbursement fees are still being waived for the felines. We will continue to waive the spay/neuter fees until the Linda Hedges/Mary Ellinger Memorial fund is depleted. We have truly seen a dramatic increase in the feline adoptions since we’ve been able to waive the spay/neuter fees for them, let’s see if it helps with their barking friends. If you’d like to make a contribution to help either of these funds continue, please make sure that you let us know that it’s for the fund. You can stop by, call us, email us, Facebook us, or reach out on the “Contact Us” form on our website for help. 

Don’t forget to “Like” us on Facebook, Instagram or check us out on TikTok to keep up to date on all of the upcoming fun events, job openings and fundraisers and when checking out our website, make sure you check out our section featuring our Up To The Minute Pet Listings!

Did Ya Know: If you do decide to add a puppy to your family, one of the first things that you’ll notice is the the nipping and biting. Puppy nipping and biting is a normal behavior and is generally due to a lack of self-control or understanding. Puppies learn bite inhibition through play biting, which teaches them how much pressure they can apply with their teeth. Nipping and biting is instinctive and tends to peak during the teething stage. It is a way for puppies to establish their place in their doggy family’s ‘pecking order. Through play, interaction, socialization and training, this soon will pass.

Come check out our “Adopt-A-Kennel” program where our local individuals and businesses can show the community their support for our area’s homeless animals.  This month’s (SEPTEMBER) Adopt-A-Kennel is in memory of Wayne Cook, loved and missed by so many.  A very special thanks to all of our sponsors for their continuing support.  It’s the perfect way to honor someone or memorialize them by adopting a kennel in their name. Call us for more information or visit our website www.mccookhumanesociety.com for more information and to fill out a form online. You can also sponsor an adoption for one of our available pets if you’d like to help out in that way.

We’ve had some very loving people come in and sponsor adoptions to help make sure that our temporarily homeless furry friends find homes for the holidays. Come on in and see who’s adoption fees have been completely paid for: Jolene, Blu, Chimera and Malibu. Some wonderful pets have found truly amazing forever homes because of these generous people.

Exciting times right now… We’re still trying to Clear the Shelter so we’re extending this event until September 14th! Right now and until the end of the event on September 14th… It’s “Who Let the Dogs Out – Please Let the Dogs Out” time! All available dogs who are not already FREE are only $25 plus tax to approved applicants. We are still overwhelmingly full of our canine friends, they come in faster than we can adopt them out, so please come on in and help us “Let the Dogs Out” and Clear the Shelter!

We’re looking forward to a very special Nail Day event on Saturday, September 14th. Our “Tips, Chips & Dips” event, where you can get your furkid’s nail’s trimmed and you can get them microchipped. They get a bag of goodies and you’ll get chips and dip! 

Don’t forget to get registered for our 1st Wiener Dog Race. It’s going to be at Norris Park on September 21st! You can register at the Shelter or on our website, where you can also find out more information. Participants will receive a goody bag while supplies last. Call us for more information, check out the McCook Chamber’s Facebook page, or ours! 

Spay/Neuter Fees waived… A wonderfully generous anonymous donor has decided that it was time to let the dog’s at the shelter get help in finding homes also. This friend of the shelter started a spay/neuter reimbursement fund for them because, as she said, “they need help finding permanent loving homes also”. So, spay/neuter fees will be waived on all dogs who have been available for adoption for over 30 days, until this fund is depleted. At this time the spay/neuter reimbursement fees are still being waived for the felines. We will continue to waive the spay/neuter fees until the Linda Hedges/Mary Ellinger Memorial fund is depleted. We have truly seen a dramatic increase in the feline adoptions since we’ve been able to waive the spay/neuter fees for them, let’s see if it helps with their barking friends. If you’d like to make a contribution to help either of these funds continue, please make sure that you let us know that it’s for the fund. You can stop by, call us, email us, Facebook us, or reach out on the “Contact Us” form on our website for help. 

Don’t forget to “Like” us on Facebook, Instagram or check us out on TikTok to keep up to date on all of the upcoming fun events, job openings and fundraisers and when checking out our website, make sure you check out our section featuring our Up To The Minute Pet Listings!

Did you know… Dog ownership is not something to be entered into lightly. Owning a dog is a long-term emotional and financial commitment. Before deciding that a certain dog is right for you, you must make an honest assessment as to whether your home is right for any dog. Are you ready for a dog? Evaluate your lifestyle… If you get a dog, he (or she) will become a part of your life. You need to make sure that he’s suited for your lifestyle. For example, if you are athletic, you will probably not be happy with a dog that has a low energy level. If you are extremely neat (or have allergies), you will probably want a dog that doesn’t shed much. All aspects of your family’s life – hobbies, activities, personalities, schedules – should be evaluated before you get a dog. Based on your evaluation, determine what qualities you want in a dog. Consider size, energy level, grooming needs, trainability and temperament. Do you want a guard dog or a lap dog? Is it important that your dog get along with children? If you rent your home, are there restrictions on height, weight or breed? Answer these questions now – once you bring a dog home, it can be heartbreaking (for both you and the furkid) to realize that you made the wrong choice.

Come check out our “Adopt-A-Kennel” program where our local individuals and businesses can show the community their support for our area’s homeless animals. This month’s (SEPTEMBER) Adopt-A-Kennel is in memory of Wayne Cook, loved and missed by so many. A very special thanks to all of our sponsors for their continuing support. It’s the perfect way to honor someone or memorialize them by adopting a kennel in their name. Call us for more information or visit our website www.mccookhumanesociety.com for more information and to fill out a form online. You can also sponsor an adoption for one of our available pets if you’d like to help out in that way.

We’ve had some very loving people come in and sponsor adoptions to help make sure that our temporarily homeless furry friends find homes for the holidays. Come on in and see who’s adoption fees have been completely paid for: Jolene, Blu, Chimera and Malibu. Some wonderful pets have found truly amazing forever homes because of these generous people.

Exciting times right now… We’re still trying to Clear the Shelter! Right now and until the end of the event on September 10th… It’s “Who Let the Dogs Out – Please Let the Dogs Out” time! All available dogs who are not already FREE are only $25 plus tax to approved applicants. We are still overwhelmingly full of our canine friends, they come in faster than we can adopt them out, so please come on in and help us “Let the Dogs Out” and Clear the Shelter!

We’re looking forward to a very special Nail Day event on Saturday, September 14th. Watch for more details on our “Tips, Chips & Dips” event, where you can get your furkid’s nail’s trimmed and you can get them microchipped. They get a bag of goodies and you’ll get chips and dip!

Don’t forget to get registered for our 1st Wiener Dog Race. It’s going to be at Norris Park on September 21st! You can register at the Shelter or here on our website. Call us for more information out the McCook Chamber’s Facebook page, or ours!

Spay/Neuter Fees waived… A wonderfully generous anonymous donor has decided that it was time to let the dog’s at the shelter get help in finding homes also. This friend of the shelter started a spay/neuter reimbursement fund for them because, as she said, “they need help finding permanent loving homes also”. So, spay/neuter fees will be waived on all dogs who have been available for adoption for over 30 days, until this fund is depleted. At this time the spay/neuter reimbursement fees are still being waived for the felines. We will continue to waive the spay/neuter fees until the Linda Hedges/Mary Ellinger Memorial fund is depleted. We have truly seen a dramatic increase in the feline adoptions since we’ve been able to waive the spay/neuter fees for them, let’s see if it helps with their barking friends. If you’d like to make a contribution to help either of these funds continue, please make sure that you let us know that it’s for the fund. You can stop by, call us, email us, Facebook us, or reach out on the “Contact Us” form on our website for help.

Don’t forget to “Like” us on Facebook, Instagram or check us out on TikTok to keep up to date on all of the upcoming fun events, job openings and fundraisers and when checking out our website, make sure you check out our section featuring our Up To The Minute Pet Listings!

Did Ya Know: Introducing a New Cat into your home to your current Cat can sometimes be challenging, but these tips may help. Have you ever introduced a new kitty in your home? If so, you know cats need a few icebreakers to get acquainted with each other – and getting-to-know-you games for felines are all about scents and sounds. And though sweet to us humans, kitties can be very territorial with other animals – so slowly introducing them to one another is the best way to find success. Ideally, your new and current cats have been around animals (especially cats) before. If not, these tips may help ease your pets into becoming best buds, and always make sure to give both kitties plenty of TLC.

The Greeting Door: Keep the new cat in a separate room so that current cat(s) can get acquainted with him or her – they can play under the door, get used to each other’s scents, and start to realize there’s another cat in the house. One thing you can try is putting their food bowls on either side of the door – close enough that they associate something enjoyable like eating with the new kitty’s scent, but far enough away that it doesn’t make either cat nervous. The door is also a nice way to let them meet face-to-face – after they’ve experienced each other’s scents, try cracking the door just a little bit so the cats can see one another. Doing this a few times over the course of a few days is a great way to slowly introduce them – though it’s best to keep everyone fully separated when you’re not home to supervise visits like these.

The Swap: Because cats rely heavily on their sense of smell, getting them used to other animals’ scents is key. After a few days, try swapping the cats’ blankets or beds. Let the current cat sniff the new cat’s empty carrier. Switch who has free reign of the house, and who is separated in the room (try not to let the cats see each other, since The Greeting Door won’t be there as a barrier).

The Meeting: After a few days of sniffing and swapping places, it’s time to let them share the same space. Place them in the same room and watch how they interact – if they seem cordial, consider it a win! If they just sit and stare at each other, encourage them to play together with a toy. Hissing is normal, but if they start to fight, break it up with loud clapping or a startling noise. Continued fighting might mean starting the whole introduction process again, but keep in mind that it’ll take time for them to get fully acquainted – especially if the current cat is much older and not used to other felines in the house. One suggestion is providing one litterbox per cat and plenty of hiding spaces around the house – this way, each cat has a bit of territory and safe places to retreat. Keeping separate feeding spots is also a good idea. While you can’t force cats to like each other, the gradual approach helps make the transition smoother.

Come check out our “Adopt-A-Kennel” program where our local individuals and businesses can show the community their support for our area’s homeless animals.  This month’s (AUGUST) Adopt-A-Kennel is in memory of Wayne Cook, loved and missed by so many.  A very special thanks to all of our sponsors for their continuing support.  It’s the perfect way to honor someone or memorialize them by adopting a kennel in their name. Call us for more information or visit our website www.mccookhumanesociety.com for more information and to fill out a form online. You can also sponsor an adoption for one of our available pets if you’d like to help out in that way.

The McCook Humane Society will not be having our Nail Day this month. As you know, we’ve had an ongoing maintenance and cleanup project going on and it’s just taken longer than we anticipated. We’re going to have to cancel Nail Day, we do apologize for any inconvenience that this may cause.

We will however be hosting a very special Online Event which will coincide with the beginning of our month long Clear The Shelter fun. Keep an eye on our Facebook page for all of the upcoming fun!

We’ve had some very loving people come in and sponsor adoptions to help make sure that our temporarily homeless furry friends find homes for the holidays. Come on in and see who’s adoption fees have been completely paid for: Blu, Chimera and Malibu. Some wonderful pets have found truly amazing forever homes because of these generous people.

Spay/Neuter Fees waived… A wonderfully generous anonymous donor has decided that it was time to let the dog’s at the shelter get help in finding homes also. This friend of the shelter started a spay/neuter reimbursement fund for them because, as she said, “they need help finding permanent loving homes also”. So, spay/neuter fees will be waived on all dogs who have been available for adoption for over 30 days, until this fund is depleted. At this time the spay/neuter reimbursement fees are still being waived for the felines. We will continue to waive the spay/neuter fees until the Linda Hedges/Mary Ellinger Memorial fund is depleted. We have truly seen a dramatic increase in the feline adoptions since we’ve been able to waive the spay/neuter fees for them, let’s see if it helps with their barking friends. If you’d like to make a contribution to help either of these funds continue, please make sure that you let us know that it’s for the fund. You can stop by, call us, email us, Facebook us, or reach out on the “Contact Us” form on our website for help. 

Don’t forget to “Like” us on Facebook, Instagram or check us out on TikTok to keep up to date on all of the upcoming fun events, job openings and fundraisers and when checking out our website, make sure you check out our section featuring our Up To The Minute Pet Listings!

Did you know… How can I teach my puppy not to bite?  Several times daily for a few weeks, let your pup mouth/play bite until he exerts more pressure than usual. Then say, “Ouch!” loud enough that he’s surprised and stops biting. At the same time, you should stop playing for a few seconds so he associates the end of play with exerting too much pressure. Repeat until he plays with only soft mouthing. If he doesn’t get the idea, just stop playing or move away whenever he bites too hard. He’ll learn soon enough that mouthing too hard ends play.

Come check out our “Adopt-A-Kennel” program where our local individuals and businesses can show the community their support for our area’s homeless animals. This month’s (JULY) Adopt-A-Kennel is in memory of Matthew Hoffman. Matt, an amazing young man in every sense of the word, was an animal lover who spent his life trying to rescue any animal in need. A very special thanks to all of our sponsors for their continuing support. It’s the perfect way to honor someone or memorialize them by adopting a kennel in their name. Call us for more information or visit our website www.mccookhumanesociety.com for more information and to fill out a form online. You can also sponsor an adoption for one of our available pets if you’d like to help out in that way.

We’ve had some very loving people come in and sponsor adoptions to help make sure that our temporarily homeless furry friends find homes for the holidays. Come on in and see who’s adoption fees have been completely paid for: Blu, Chimera and Malibu. Some wonderful pets have found truly amazing forever homes because of these generous people.

Spay/Neuter Fees waived… A wonderfully generous anonymous donor has decided that it was time to let the dog’s at the shelter get help in finding homes also. This friend of the shelter started a spay/neuter reimbursement fund for them because, as she said, “they need help finding permanent loving homes also”. So, spay/neuter fees will be waived on all dogs who have been available for adoption for over 30 days, until this fund is depleted. At this time the spay/neuter reimbursement fees are still being waived for the felines. We will continue to waive the spay/neuter fees until the Linda Hedges/Mary Ellinger Memorial fund is depleted. We have truly seen a dramatic increase in the feline adoptions since we’ve been able to waive the spay/neuter fees for them, let’s see if it helps with their barking friends. If you’d like to make a contribution to help either of these funds continue, please make sure that you let us know that it’s for the fund. You can stop by, call us, email us, Facebook us, or reach out on the “Contact Us” form on our website for help.

Don’t forget to “Like” us on Facebook, Instagram or check us out on TikTok to keep up to date on all of the upcoming fun events, job openings and fundraisers and when checking out our website, make sure you check out our section featuring our Up To The Minute Pet Listings!

Did you know… If your dog gets out, don’t chase him or her, in most cases that just makes it a game. Instead, lie or sit on the ground and pretend that your are hurt. A few loud “owwws” really add to the performance. Your furkid will (in most cases) come back to see if you are okay. Then you’ve got the escape artist. In all cases, if you’ve got your pet’s ID tags up to date, he or she will make it home a lot sooner. You can even have your contact number etched into the back of the rabies tag if you only want one tag on your furry family member.

Come check out our “Adopt-A-Kennel” program where our local individuals and businesses can show the community their support for our area’s homeless animals.  This month’s (JUNE) Adopt-A-Kennel is in memory of a very loving and special woman, Jan Kotschwar. Jan loved every one she met, furry or non-furry, and would help anyone. A very special thanks to all of our sponsors for their continuing support.  It’s the perfect way to honor someone or memorialize them by adopting a kennel in their name. Call us for more information or visit our website www.mccookhumanesociety.com for more information and to fill out a form online. You can also sponsor an adoption for one of our available pets if you’d like to help out in that way.

We’ve had some very loving people come in and sponsor adoptions to help make sure that our temporarily homeless furry friends find homes for the holidays. Come on in and see who’s adoption fees have been completely paid for: Master Po, Barney, Malibu, Sir Pumpkin and Dante. Some wonderful pets have found truly amazing forever homes because of these generous people.

Spay/Neuter Fees waived… A wonderfully generous anonymous donor has decided that it was time to let the dog’s at the shelter get help in finding homes also. This friend of the shelter started a spay/neuter reimbursement fund for them because, as she said, “they need help finding permanent loving homes also”. So, spay/neuter fees will be waived on all dogs who have been available for adoption for over 30 days, until this fund is depleted. At this time the spay/neuter reimbursement fees are still being waived for the felines. We will continue to waive the spay/neuter fees until the Linda Hedges/Mary Ellinger Memorial fund is depleted. We have truly seen a dramatic increase in the feline adoptions since we’ve been able to waive the spay/neuter fees for them, let’s see if it helps with their barking friends. If you’d like to make a contribution to help either of these funds continue, please make sure that you let us know that it’s for the fund. You can stop by, call us, email us, Facebook us, or reach out on the “Contact Us” form on our website for help. 

Don’t forget to “Like” us on Facebook, Instagram or check us out on TikTok to keep up to date on all of the upcoming fun events, job openings and fundraisers and when checking out our website, make sure you check out our section featuring our Up To The Minute Pet Listings!

Did Ya Know… With Summer on us and the heat hitting us hard, it’s definitely a hot topic. Heat and how it affects our pets, is always something to be very careful about. We try to give a few tips regarding heat and pets on a regular basis, and we’re going to pass on a few more this week that may help. With families enjoying months of outdoor fun, Summer holidays and weekends are perfect for barbeques, picnics and pool parties, and families will spend more time outside playing with their pets. To make the summer more enjoyable, pet owners need to be aware of summertime hazards that can result in injury or illness to your pet. Preventing these hazards can help you and your dog enjoy the carefree days of summer without a trip to the emergency vet clinic. An important one that sometimes gets overlooked, outdoor threats to dogs. Keep your pet leashed when you leave your yard. Taking your pet outdoors increases the likelihood of meeting other animals, so use a leash for your dog’s safety and theirs. A fight with another pet or with any wild animal can result in cuts, lacerations or severe punctures. If these wounds are left untreated, complications can result. Dog bites and lacerations from fights are among the most common emergencies I see in our practices. The wounds can be simple to extensive and cost hundreds of dollars to treat. You need to be prepared for this type of emergency. If this type of unplanned expense would be difficult for you, consider pet insurance. Another one that some overlook are insects – Flies are more prevalent in the warmer months, and any injury to the skin, even something as small as an abrasion, can be a perfect place for flies to lay eggs. In a short time, these eggs hatch and become maggots. Keeping your pet clean and treating any skin injuries is crucial in avoiding maggot infestations. Something pet owner’s may not think about, but should, is Antifreeze  – As summer approaches, many people change the antifreeze/water mixture in their vehicles. Antifreeze tastes sweet to pets and is highly toxic. A final tip that will help is to remember about Trash. Summer heat speeds up decay and decomposition, especially in the trash. Keep your dog away from garbage areas. Pets that have access to garbage or compost can ingest molds that cause significant nervous system abnormalities including severe tremors or seizures. Eating trash can also cause vomiting and diarrhea or pancreatitis from eating spoiled foods.  You never know when something bad is going to happen. Be prepared. Try to minimize hazards and keep your dog safe.  We hope these tips will help keep your dog safe this summer. 

HAPPY TAILS! The following pets were adopted: Dewey and Winnie!

Come check out our “Adopt-A-Kennel” program where our local individuals and businesses can show the community their support for our area’s homeless animals. This month’s (JUNE) Adopt-A-Kennel is in memory of a very loving and special woman, Jan Kotschwar. Jan loved every one she met, furry or non-furry, and would help anyone. A very special thanks to all of our sponsors for their continuing support. It’s the perfect way to honor someone or memorialize them by adopting a kennel in their name. Call us for more information or visit our website www.mccookhumanesociety.com for more information and to fill out a form online. You can also sponsor an adoption for one of our available pets if you’d like to help out in that way.

We’ve had some very loving people come in and sponsor adoptions to help make sure that our temporarily homeless furry friends find homes for the holidays. Come on in and see who’s adoption fees have been completely paid for: Master Po, Barney, Malibu, Sir Pumpkin and Dante. Some wonderful pets have found truly amazing forever homes because of these generous people.

Spay/Neuter Fees waived… A wonderfully generous anonymous donor has decided that it was time to let the dog’s at the shelter get help in finding homes also. This friend of the shelter started a spay/neuter reimbursement fund for them because, as she said, “they need help finding permanent loving homes also”. So, spay/neuter fees will be waived on all dogs who have been available for adoption for over 30 days, until this fund is depleted. At this time the spay/neuter reimbursement fees are still being waived for the felines. We will continue to waive the spay/neuter fees until the Linda Hedges/Mary Ellinger Memorial fund is depleted. We have truly seen a dramatic increase in the feline adoptions since we’ve been able to waive the spay/neuter fees for them, let’s see if it helps with their barking friends. If you’d like to make a contribution to help either of these funds continue, please make sure that you let us know that it’s for the fund. You can stop by, call us, email us, Facebook us, or reach out on the “Contact Us” form on our website for help.

Don’t forget to “Like” us on Facebook, Instagram or check us out on TikTok to keep up to date on all of the upcoming fun events, job openings and fundraisers and when checking out our website, make sure you check out our section featuring our Up To The Minute Pet Listings!

Did ya know… One of our country’s most festive holidays is right around the corner. Please remember that some of our family members, furry and non-furry alike have a harder time celebrating the Fourth of July. To help our furry family members, now is the time to secure fences, refill anxiety meds, update pet ID (tags and microchip info). It’s time to set up that safe/quiet spot for your pet while there’s time to figure out what works best for him or her. Talk with your vet, talk to your neighbors and let them know who your dog is, have a plan. It takes a village, a community, but what an awesome thing to be able to report… no strays were brought in to the Shelter over the Fourth of July weekend. Let’s be ready. Fireworks are coming.

HAPPY TAILS! The following pets were adopted: Barbie, Ken, Jager, Boo, Cricket, Grasshopper, Orla, Callie and Ember!

Come check out our “Adopt-A-Kennel” program where our local individuals and businesses can show the community their support for our area’s homeless animals. This month’s (JUNE) Adopt-A-Kennel is in memory of a very loving and special woman, Jan Kotschwar. Jan loved every one she met, furry or non-furry, and would help anyone. A very special thanks to all of our sponsors for their continuing support. It’s the perfect way to honor someone or memorialize them by adopting a kennel in their name. Call us for more information or visit our website www.mccookhumanesociety.com for more information and to fill out a form online. You can also sponsor an adoption for one of our available pets if you’d like to help out in that way.

We’re looking forward to tomorrow, Saturday, June 8th, and our “Nail Day”! Bring your furry friend in and get his or her nails trimmed, trims are $6 (which includes sales tax). We hope to see you all there from 1pm until 3pm! Our special guest Nail Trimmers will be Amy Strauch of Four Winds Animal Clinic and Misty of Misty’s Pet Care! All proceeds benefit the McCook Humane Society. As per state and city ordinances, You must have proof that your Fur-Kid is up to date on his/her Rabies vaccination and they have their tag (or you have other proof), and that your pet is on a leash (please no retractable leashes).

We’ve had some very loving people come in and sponsor adoptions to help make sure that our temporarily homeless furry friends find homes for the holidays. Come on in and see who’s adoption fees have been completely paid for: Master Po, Barney, Jager, Malibu, Sir Pumpkin and Dante. Some wonderful pets have found truly amazing forever homes because of these generous people.

Spay/Neuter Fees waived… A wonderfully generous anonymous donor has decided that it was time to let the dog’s at the shelter get help in finding homes also. This friend of the shelter started a spay/neuter reimbursement fund for them because, as she said, “they need help finding permanent loving homes also”. So, spay/neuter fees will be waived on all dogs who have been available for adoption for over 30 days, until this fund is depleted. At this time the spay/neuter reimbursement fees are still being waived for the felines. We will continue to waive the spay/neuter fees until the Linda Hedges/Mary Ellinger Memorial fund is depleted. We have truly seen a dramatic increase in the feline adoptions since we’ve been able to waive the spay/neuter fees for them, let’s see if it helps with their barking friends. If you’d like to make a contribution to help either of these funds continue, please make sure that you let us know that it’s for the fund. You can stop by, call us, email us, Facebook us, or reach out on the “Contact Us” form on our website for help.

Don’t forget to “Like” us on Facebook, Instagram or check us out on TikTok to keep up to date on all of the upcoming fun events, job openings and fundraisers and when checking out our website, make sure you check out our section featuring our Up To The Minute Pet Listings!

Did ya know… Most folks walk their dogs so the furkid can go potty, to get exercise, and it’s something that we do as part of our routine. But sometimes one of the things that can be overlooked is that another important part of dog walking is the interaction with him/her while walking. These walks are an extremely important part of the training and bonding process you and your dog need. You should be talking to your dog during the walks. If he’s done something good, obeyed a command or is just really behaving, encourage him. Use that “good dog” voice with him. If your pet is trying to do something bad, try to communicate it through your signal word and tone. These habits will actually help in all aspects of your training with your pet.

Come check out our “Adopt-A-Kennel” program where our local individuals and businesses can show the community their support for our area’s homeless animals. This month’s (JUNE) Adopt-A-Kennel is in memory of a very loving and special woman, Jan Kotschwar. Jan loved every one she met, furry or non-furry, and would help anyone. A very special thanks to all of our sponsors for their continuing support. It’s the perfect way to honor someone or memorialize them by adopting a kennel in their name. Call us for more information or visit our website www.mccookhumanesociety.com for more information and to fill out a form online. You can also sponsor an adoption for one of our available pets if you’d like to help out in that way.

We’re looking forward to Saturday, June 8th, and our “Nail Day”! Bring your furry friend in and get his or her nails trimmed, trims are $6 (which includes sales tax). We hope to see you all there from 1pm until 3pm! Our special guest Nail Trimmers will be Amy Strauch of Four Winds Animal Clinic and Misty of Misty’s Pet Care! All proceeds benefit the McCook Humane Society. As per state and city ordinances, You must have proof that your Fur-Kid is up to date on his/her Rabies vaccination and they have their tag (or you have other proof), and that your pet is on a leash (please no retractable leashes).

This time of year means so much to us here at the shelter, and one of the least favorite of them is saying good bye to some of our college grads. We are hiring for various positions here. If you’re looking for more than a job, but one that you could wear a cape for even though it’s actually not required, come on down and be a hero for the temporarily homeless furry friends. You can even apply online at our website at www.mccookhumanesociety.com or just come on in and fill out an application in person.

We’ve had some very loving people come in and sponsor adoptions to help make sure that our temporarily homeless furry friends find homes for the holidays. Come on in and see who’s adoption fees have been completely paid for: Jager, Malibu, Sir Pumpkin and Dante. Some wonderful pets have found truly amazing forever homes because of these generous people.

Spay/Neuter Fees waived… A wonderfully generous anonymous donor has decided that it was time to let the dog’s at the shelter get help in finding homes also. This friend of the shelter started a spay/neuter reimbursement fund for them because, as she said, “they need help finding permanent loving homes also”. So, spay/neuter fees will be waived on all dogs who have been available for adoption for over 30 days, until this fund is depleted. At this time the spay/neuter reimbursement fees are still being waived for the felines. We will continue to waive the spay/neuter fees until the Linda Hedges/Mary Ellinger Memorial fund is depleted. We have truly seen a dramatic increase in the feline adoptions since we’ve been able to waive the spay/neuter fees for them, let’s see if it helps with their barking friends. If you’d like to make a contribution to help either of these funds continue, please make sure that you let us know that it’s for the fund. You can stop by, call us, email us, Facebook us, or reach out on the “Contact Us” form on our website for help.

Don’t forget to “Like” us on Facebook, Instagram or check us out on TikTok to keep up to date on all of the upcoming fun events, job openings and fundraisers and when checking out our website, make sure you check out our section featuring our Up To The Minute Pet Listings!

Did Ya Know: It’s not as well known of a fact, but cats can suffer a heat stroke just as dogs can. It’s not as common in cats, probably due to the fact that cats don’t tend to go for car rides as much as dogs do and most people don’t take their cats jogging or to the park. Cats also seem to be more concerned about their comfort so they will be all about seeking out a cooler area to lounge around in. After saying all that, please know that cats can suffer from heat stroke. Unlike their canine friends, they may end up in situations like becoming trapped in a shed or other “oven type” structures for a long period of time during a hot part of the day, or being left in a confined area without shade or access to water (or a car like on a drive or during a move or a trip).

As the temp rises, the chances for heat stroke does also. Some contributing factors can be: Age, Weight, Breed, Existing medical conditions and their coat. You can talk to your veterinarian about ways to keep your cat’s risk factors in check. Some things NOT to do for heat stroke in cats are: Do Not force your cat to drink water or pour water into their mouth. Do Not use ice or extremely cold water, or ice packs. Do Not submerge them in water. Do Not cool your pet too fast. Do Not skip the trip to the vet. Temperatures can spike again, and there may be damage to internal organs. Unfortunately, cats can be very good at hiding health problems… If you notice your cat showing one or more of these symptoms, it could be an indication that they are suffering from heat stroke or some other condition that warrants medical evaluation and you should contact your vet immediately: Panting, Sweaty Feet (cats sweat through glands in their paws), Disorientation, Vomiting, Restlessness, Lethargy, Drooling (or thick/sticky saliva), Bright red tongue/mouth, and/or Rectal temp about 105 degrees F (normal temp should be 103).