Surprise Delivery of Abandoned Puppies!

"The bin left outside the West Suburban Humane Society looked like it might be full of pet supplies from an anonymous donor.

But when a staff member at the Downers Grove shelter opened it, she found a surprise — seven puppies tiny enough to huddle together in the bottom of the bin.

The puppies are estimated to be about six weeks old and ideally should still be with their mother.

But so far, 'they are doing great,' Animal Care Team member Jennifer Miller said. 'They are all healthy and eating well.'"

"Socioeconomic factors play a significant role in pet abandonment, experts explained.

'It is definitely happening more often now. Shelters across the country are full, so people don’t have a lot of options when they face hardship or lifestyle challenges,' Miller said."

From the Daily Herald Article by Marni Pike, "Surprise delivery: Bin full of abandoned puppies reflects a trend, humane society experts say"

Caged For A Cause Returns This April!

On April 23rd, West Suburban Humane Society will host our Third Annual Caged For A Cause! This fundraising campaign features champion fundraisers who will spend half the day in the kennel at the Adoption Center to raise needed funds for the cats and dogs in our care. This is a major fundraising effort with all proceeds going directly toward supporting rescue animals in need!

You'll be able to tune-in to this event virtually on April 23rd through livestreams on Facebook, TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram!

Each participant's goal is to raise $2,500, which covers the average cost of caring for 5 animals in our shelter. Once they reach their goal of $2,500, every additional $25 raised will reduce their time in the kennel by 1 minute from their end time.

Our amazing participants have already started their fundraising. Please make a donation to support one of our volunteer fundraisers!

The Henry Puffer Podcast featured the West Suburban Humane Society on their latest podcast episode! The student-led podcast was hosted by Henry Puffer Elementary School students Claire, Hunter, Rudy, Reagan W., Chase, Ben, Emma B., and Lia. They interviewed Zoe McGrath, the Director of Development at WSHS.

Tune-in to enjoy this insightful conversation about rescue, adoption, kindness, and how young people can help animals in need!

Thank you to the Henry Puffer Podcast Club for partnering with us on a fundraiser, joining us for an educational tour of the Adoption Center, and featuring us on your podcast!

Lucky Bingo

Thank you for sham-rocking with us at St. Patrick's Day Bingo at Two Brothers in Warrenville! We so appreciate everyone who joined us in support of the dogs and cats at WSHS. Everyone tapped into the luck of the Irish to win prizes and raffles!