February 5, 2024 – Showlocal

The Herald News presents this week's Pet of the Week. Read each pet's description to find out more about it, including where in Will County it can be adopted.

Send your Pet of the Week submissions to news@theheraldnews.com. Photos must be sent as email attachments in .jpg file format, 200 dpi. Submissions may be edited for length, style, and grammar and will be posted as space becomes available.

Ella is a 2 year old terrier with a sad background. She lived outside in sub-zero temperatures for several weeks before a kind person rescued her. Although she is shy at first, she is starting to come out of her shell. She gets along well with other dogs and children. To meet Ella, email her at Dogadoption@nawsus.org. Visit nawsus.org.

Fall is a 1-year-old Yemeni shorthair rescued from a local animal control facility. She is sweet, friendly, playful, gentle, and curious. She likes attention and greets visitors enthusiastically. In the fall she will get along well with other cats and will be a great addition to your home. To participate in Fall, email Catadoptions@nawsus.org. Visit nawsus.org.

Pluto is a young hound mix who came to the humane society from the local animal control agency. He is sociable, energetic and playful. Pluto needs a home with someone to keep him active and help him train. Contact the Will County Humane Society at willcountyhumane.com and follow the instructions for the adoption process.

Sunny is a calico mix whose owner has passed away. Although she is very sweet, she is quite stressed out at the shelter. Sunny needs a quiet home where she is the only cat. Contact the Will County Humane Society at willcountyhumane.com and follow the instructions for her adoption process.

Mariah is a little girl, 9 months old. She gets along well with other dogs and will share toys as long as they want to play, play, play. Mariah will add joy, laughter, and companionship to any home. If you would like to meet Mariah, please call Joliet Township Animal Control at 815-725-0333.

Rhett is 3 years old, easygoing, and goofy. He loves playing with and chasing cane toys. He also loves wet food and will happily eat every last bite. Rhett rolls around on the ground and plays with toys. After he explores and plays, he curls up in his chair and snoozes for the rest of the day. If you would like to meet Rhett, call Joliet Township Animal Control at 815-725-0333.