Animal Care

Authorities have seized animals and are investigating a McLean County rescue after allegations that some were mistreated and became sick. Animal Control’s seizure notice cites allegations of animal hoarding and “humane care and treatment violations.”

A Bloomington family found a ring-tailed lemur in a garage, a long way from its native Madagascar.

Chase Cavalera, aka the Local Tarzan, has become Bloomington-Normal’s unofficial go-to helper for those who spot an injured squirrel in their backyard or a pregnant opossum in their dumpster.

Illinois county officials have about four months to figure out details of the rabies vaccination effort for cats.Legislation signed into law this month by…

Reports of raccoons behaving strangely in Illinois and Ohio this spring revealed a problems that can kill both wildlife and domestic pets.The raccoons…

According to AAA, more than half of U.S. pet owners take their dogs and cats with them when they travel. It can be fun, but it can also be dangerous—even…

The Central Illinois Small Animal Rescue (CISAR) is looking for homes for its furry tenants in light of the shelter’s upcoming closure.CISAR receptionist…

If your pet ventures outside, even for a short time each day, then your furry friend is at risk for a zoonotic disease that has the potential to kill you…

The Humane Society of Central Illinois (HCI) is fighting the pet over-population problem with a series of spay/neuter clinics. Plus its doors are open to…

Seniors and pets make a potent combination. Just because we're older doesn't mean we can't care for a pet any longer, said Dr. Matt Fraker of the Prairie…