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Effingham County Animal Shelter & Control

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Effingham County Animal Shelter & Control

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We are a no kill animal control facility and shelter. Check out our page for our adoptable animals.

ADOPTION PRICES: ALL PRICES INCLUDE MICROCHIP, RABIES, and SPAY/NEUTER

Dogs-$130

Cats- $65

WE ARE OPEN BY APPOINTMENT ONLY WITH AN APPROVED APPLICATION

11/11/2026

🇺🇸 Our office will be closed tomorrow, November 11, in observance of Veterans Day. Thank you to all who have served! ❤️🤍💙

🐱 Join us Thursday from 11 a.m.–2 p.m. as we assemble feral cat houses! Volunteers are welcome to come lend a hand and learn how to make these shelters to help outdoor cats stay warm this winter. 🐾

11/10/2026

🐾💕 ZERO APPLICATIONS. ONE VERY GOOD LITTLE GIRL. 💕🐾

Audra hasn’t received a single adoption application, so she went home with a staff member for the weekend to show us what everyone is missing. Her report? This little girl is a wonderful houseguest! 🥹❤️

At approximately 3–4 months old, Audra is already showing so much promise:
🐶 Plays great with the other dogs.
🐱 Does well with the cats.
🚗 Rides great in the car.
🏡 Goes potty right away when taken outside—a great start to potty training!
💕 Has the cutest little tippy-tap footsteps as she follows along.

She’s a silly little girl who rubs her body against things and makes herself right at home. The crate? She’s definitely not a fan, so her family will need to help her learn that it can be a safe, comfortable place.

Audra does show some resource guarding, so her future family will need to understand this behavior and be committed to helping her with patience, appropriate management, and positive reinforcement. We want her adopters to understand both her wonderful qualities and the areas where she needs support. ❤️

She’s still a puppy with things to learn, but her weekend adventure is showing us so much about the little girl behind those kennel doors. Now she needs someone ready to give her love, guidance, and a chance to keep learning. ❤️

Those ears. That head tilt. That sweet little face. Surely someone is looking for their Audra? 🏡🐾

Please share and help her find her very first application! 💕

📌 Please fill out the adoption application pinned at the top of our page. All pets in the home must be spayed/neutered and up to date on vaccinations.

⚠️ Due to the volume of inquiries, we may not be able to answer every call or message. Approved applicants will be contacted to schedule a meet and greet.

11/10/2026

🧡 Meet Lenny! 🧡

Just look at that adorable face! 😻

Lenny is a handsome little orange boy with a big personality packed into one tiny body! He's playful, full of life, and always ready to bring a little fun and love into your day.

Lenny is currently living in a foster home where he's getting lots of love and attention. He shares his home with other cats and dogs and does well with kids, too! He's growing up surrounded by friends and would make a wonderful addition to many different types of families. 🐾

Adoption fee: $65

Lenny will come neutered, microchipped, and up to date on age-appropriate vaccinations.

This sweet little guy is ready to find a family of his very own. Could Lenny be your new best friend? ❤️

11/10/2026

🍂🧡 Meet Barbara! 🧡🍂

It’s finally sweater weather, and Barbara is dressed for the occasion! Just look at this sweet little tortie rocking her cozy sweater. 😍

Barbara is a gentle little soul who’s still learning that humans aren’t all that bad. She’s discovering that people can mean warm snuggles, gentle pets, and all the good things life has to offer.

She’s making progress one tiny step at a time, and we couldn’t be prouder of her. ❤️

Now all Barbara needs is a patient, loving home to help her continue blossoming into the confident little kitty she’s meant to be.

Please apply to adopt Barbara! 🐾

11/09/2026

☀️🐾 PAWS UP IF YOU’RE READY FOR RETIREMENT! 🐾☀️

Junior clearly has both paws in the air! 😂💙

This happy boy is bringing his own sunshine—and apparently demonstrating exactly how he plans to greet his future family!

At 9 years old, Junior is currently being fostered in bougie boarding, enjoying some comfy accommodations while he waits. We’re grateful he has a cozy place to stay, but he’s still dreaming of a retirement home of his very own. 🏡❤️

His retirement plans are pretty simple:
🛏️ Find the comfiest spot in the house.
💕 Spend quality time with his favorite humans.
🐾 Supervise household activities.
😴 Take a well-earned nap after supervising.

Junior needs a home where he can be the only pet, with no young children. Someone who appreciates a little gray on the muzzle and understands that a senior boy still has plenty of joy to share. Just look at that face! 🥰

November is Adopt a Senior Pet Month. Let’s help Junior trade his boarding reservation for a permanent place in someone’s heart.

Please share—his retirement people are out there somewhere! ☀️💙

📌 Please fill out the adoption application pinned at the top of our page.
(All pets in the home must be spayed/neutered and up to date on vaccinations.)

⚠️ Due to the volume of inquiries, we may not be able to answer every call or message. Approved applications will be contacted to schedule a meet and greet.

11/09/2026

🧡 Meet Fresca! 🧡

Fresca is a beautiful orange girl with a sweet personality and a little independent streak. She enjoys affection and companionship but is also perfectly content doing her own thing.

Fresca would be happy as your one and only kitty, soaking up all the love for herself, but she also gets along well with other cats!

Whether she's your solo sidekick or joining a feline family, Fresca could be the perfect addition. 🐾

Adoption fee: $65

Fresca will come spayed, microchipped, and up to date on age-appropriate vaccinations.

Could Fresca be the girl you've been looking for? ❤️

11/09/2026

🌙🐾 LATE NIGHT WITH LOTTIE 🐾🌙
Tonight’s topic: You need clothes. We need supplies. I see an opportunity. 😏

Lottie here, interrupting my evening snooze with a very important shopping announcement! Our volunteers, Cheryl Apke and Kim Jackson, have organized an ECAC shirt and sweatshirt fundraiser—and it gets two paws up from me! 🐶❤️

🐾 ALL PROCEEDS GO DIRECTLY TO HELPING THE ANIMALS AT ECAC! 🐾

Every purchase helps provide supplies and care for the dogs and cats waiting for their forever homes. You get something cute to wear, and we get help with the things we need. Now THAT deserves a tail wag! 💕

🎄 Get one for yourself or give one to your favorite animal lover for Christmas. A thoughtful gift that helps animals? Look at you, winning the holidays!

📦 Have your order shipped, or choose pickup at Animal Control to save on shipping.
⏰ This special sale ends November 30th!
💥 The order form should be working now—thank you for your patience!
🛍️ ORDER LINK IN THE COMMENTS!

Please share and help spread the word. I’d stay up and tell you more, but these squirrels aren’t going to chase themselves in my dreams. 💤

Love,
Lottie 🐾
ECAC’s unofficial fashion consultant

11/08/2026

💙 NEW NAME. SAME BIG HEART. MEET RALPHIE! 💙

You may remember him as Alphie. Through no fault of his own, Ralphie is back at ECAC—and we’re ready to help him find a forever home where he can settle in and stay. 🏡🐾

At approximately 1½ years old, this handsome boy still greets life with enthusiasm. His smile is big, his wiggles are plentiful, and sometimes his excitement gets ahead of his manners. When you’re this happy to see someone, keeping all four paws on the floor takes practice! 💙

✨ A little about Ralphie:
🐾 Still working on house training
🐾 Knows some basic commands
🐾 Best with kids 15 and older
🐾 Would thrive in a calmer home
🐾 Needs continued help with jumping and greeting politely

Ralphie needs someone who will celebrate his progress and patiently help him keep learning. A consistent routine, continued training, and time to settle in will give him a chance to shine.

Behind that goofy grin is a young dog with so much love to give. He’s looking for someone ready to make a lasting commitment—and give him the guidance and love he deserves. 💙

Please share Ralphie. His next chapter is waiting to be written. 🐾

📌 Please fill out the adoption application pinned at the top of our page. (All pets in the home must be spayed/neutered and up to date on vaccinations.)

⚠️ Due to the volume of inquiries, we may not be able to answer every call or message. Approved applications will be contacted to schedule a meet and greet.

11/07/2026

🧶🐾 SWEATER SATURDAY WITH SHAKIRA 🐾🧶

Shakira here! I checked the kennel closets, and we’re a little short on sweaters. Apparently, “just grow more fur” is the only advice I’m getting around here. 😂

If your pup has a sweater they’ve outgrown (or one they’ve made VERY clear they’ll never wear), we’d love to give it a second life! We’re collecting new or gently used dog sweaters to help keep our ECAC pups cozy as the weather gets colder. ❤️

You can drop them off at Effingham County Shelter & Animal Control. Thanks for keeping my friends warm and fashionable!

Love and tail wags,
Shakira 🐾

Address

701 E Eiche Avenue
Effingham, IL
62401

Opening Hours

Monday	7:30am - 4pm
Tuesday	7:30am - 4pm
Wednesday	7:30am - 4pm
Thursday	7:30am - 4pm
Friday	7:30am - 4pm
Saturday	9am - 12pm

Telephone

+12173475695

Website

https://www.petfinder.com/member/us/il/effingham/effingham-county-animal-control-il844/?_gl=1%2A1voy6a5%2A_ga%2AMjAwMjI3

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