Effingham County Animal Shelter & Control

Effingham County Animal Shelter & Control We are a no kill animal control facility and shelter. Check out our page for our adoptable animals.
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ADOPTION PRICES: ALL PRICES INCLUDE MICROCHIP, RABIES, and SPAY/NEUTER

Dogs-$130

Cats- $65

WE ARE OPEN BY APPOINTMENT ONLY WITH AN APPROVED APPLICATION

🌸🐰 Meet Bunni! 🐰🌸If you’re looking for a dog with personality, charm, and just the right amount of goofy energy, we’d lo...
06/02/2026

🌸🐰 Meet Bunni! 🐰🌸

If you’re looking for a dog with personality, charm, and just the right amount of goofy energy, we’d love for you to meet Bunni!

Bunni is a beautiful girl estimated to be 1-2 years old and she’s brand new to the shelter. While we’re still getting to know her, we’ve already learned a few things about this sweet face:

💕 Loves kids (we’d recommend children around 7 years and older)
🐶 Previously lived with other dogs and did well, but a meet and greet with any resident dogs is required
🚫 No cats for this girl
🚗 Has a habit of chasing cars, so she’ll need a secure environment and careful supervision outdoors
🌟 Friendly, social, and ready to start her next chapter

Bunni has that happy, bright-eyed look that makes you feel like she’s always up for an adventure. Whether it’s a walk, a game in the yard, or just hanging out with her people, she’s ready to be part of a family again.

Since she’s new, we’ll continue learning more about her personality and update everyone as we do. For now, we’re hoping someone sees this sweet girl and decides she’s exactly what has been missing from their home. ❤️

📌 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.)

⚠️ Please note: the shelter is very busy and overwhelmed right now, and staff may not be able to answer every call. The best way to meet this sweet pup is to fill out an adoption application — once approved, the team will reach out to set up a time.

🌟🐾 MEET LISA 🐾🌟Some kittens are cute…Some kittens are playful…And then there’s Lisa — a kitten who will completely steal...
06/02/2026

🌟🐾 MEET LISA 🐾🌟

Some kittens are cute…
Some kittens are playful…
And then there’s Lisa — a kitten who will completely steal your heart the moment you meet her. 💕🐱

Lisa is part of our special Volunteer Litter, named after some of the amazing longtime volunteers who dedicate their time, love, and hearts to helping animals in need. ❤️

This adorable tabby is everything you could want in a kitten:

🎀 Sweet and affectionate
🎾 Playful and energetic
🐾 Curious about everything
😻 Expert-level heart thief

Whether she’s chasing a toy across the room, investigating something she probably shouldn’t be, or showing off her kitten antics, Lisa keeps life fun and entertaining. 😂💕

She’s growing up in a shelter while waiting for someone to see just how special she is. What she really wants is a family to call her own—a warm lap, a cozy bed, and people to love for the rest of her life. 🏡❤️

Could that family be yours? 🥹🐾

✨ If interested in adopting Lisa, please fill out the adoption application at the top of the page!

📞 If approved, we will call you to set up a meet & greet.

💕 Give Lisa the happy ending every kitten deserves. 💕🐱🐾

🐾💙 HOW HAS ASH NOT BEEN ADOPTED YET?! 💙🐾Seriously… we’re asking ourselves the same question. 🥺Meet Ash — one of the most...
06/01/2026

🐾💙 HOW HAS ASH NOT BEEN ADOPTED YET?! 💙🐾

Seriously… we’re asking ourselves the same question. 🥺

Meet Ash — one of the most adorable, playful, and entertaining kittens you’ll ever meet! ✨🐱

This little guy starts every day with one goal:
🎾 Play.
🏃 Zoom.
🎾 Play some more.
😹 Repeat.

Ash is full of kitten energy and always finds a way to make everyone around him smile. Whether he’s chasing toys, wrestling with his kitty friends, or showing off his silly antics, there’s never a dull moment when Ash is around. 💙

He absolutely LOVES other cats and would thrive in a home with a feline friend who can keep up with his playful spirit. 🐾

But underneath all that energy is a sweet little boy who enjoys affection and curling up for a nap after a long day of adventures. 🥰

What makes us sad is that Ash is spending his kittenhood growing up in a shelter instead of a home. 💔

Day after day, he watches people walk by his kennel, hoping someone will stop and choose him. While we’re grateful he’s safe and loved here, what Ash really deserves is a family of his very own. 🏡❤️

He’s adorable.
He’s playful.
He’s social.
He’s ready.

So why is he still waiting? 🥺

Let’s find this sweet boy the forever home he’s been dreaming of. 💙🐾

📋 If interested in adopting Ash, please fill out the adoption application at the top of our page.

📞 If approved, we will contact you to schedule a meet & greet.

🌧️🐾 SADIE MAE IS STILL WAITING 🐾🌧️Life flipped upside down for this sweet girl overnight.Sadie Mae had a home, a person,...
06/01/2026

🌧️🐾 SADIE MAE IS STILL WAITING 🐾🌧️

Life flipped upside down for this sweet girl overnight.

Sadie Mae had a home, a person, a routine… and then suddenly, it was all gone. Now she’s trying to make sense of a world that feels completely different — and hoping someone will help her feel safe again. 💔

She’s around a year old and likely a hound/pittie/catahoula mix, with a heart that leans all the way into her people. She loves attention, thrives on connection, and wants nothing more than to be part of someone’s everyday life.

She’s great with kids and brings that playful, young-dog energy — the kind that fills a home with life again.

Sadie Mae does need to be the only animal in the home, but what she gives in return is something special. Loyalty. Love. That “I’m yours” kind of bond that only comes from a dog who’s been through something and still chooses to trust.

She’s not broken. She’s just waiting.

Waiting for a door to open.
Waiting for someone to see her.
Waiting for her next chapter to begin. 🏡🐾

📌 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.)

⚠️ Please note: the shelter is very busy and overwhelmed right now, and staff may not be able to answer every call. The best way to meet this sweet pup is to fill out an adoption application — once approved, the team will reach out to set up a time

🖤🤍🐾 MEET STU! 🐾🤍🖤⚡️WARNING: Side effects of adopting Stu may include endless laughter, constant entertainment, and falli...
06/01/2026

🖤🤍🐾 MEET STU! 🐾🤍🖤

⚡️WARNING: Side effects of adopting Stu may include endless laughter, constant entertainment, and falling completely in love! ⚡️

✨ This adorable tuxedo boy is looking for a family to call his own! ✨

Stu is everything you could want in a kitten and more:

🐾 Adorable from nose to tail
🐾 Full of playful kitten energy
🐾 Loves attention and being around people
🐾 Always ready for fun and adventure
🐾 Guaranteed to keep you entertained with his silly antics
🐾 Sweet, affectionate, and full of personality

Whether he’s chasing toys, zooming through the house, or stopping for cuddles and attention, Stu knows how to make every day brighter. ☀️

Unfortunately, Stu is growing up in a shelter instead of a home. 💔 He deserves a family who will love him, spoil him, and give him the happy ending he’s been waiting for.

💙 Stu’s adoption fee has is just $50 during the month of June!

🏡 Ready to make Stu part of your family?

📋 If interested, please fill out the adoption application located at the top of our page. Once approved, we will contact you to schedule a meet and greet.

🖤🤍 Don’t let this handsome tuxedo boy spend another day waiting. Stu is ready to trade shelter life for a couch, a family, and a forever home! 🏡🐾❤️

🐾🖤🤍

🚨🐾 JUNE IS ADOPT A SHELTER CAT MONTH! 🐾🚨🌟 Looking for a new best friend?🌟 Ready to add a little extra love, laughter, an...
06/01/2026

🚨🐾 JUNE IS ADOPT A SHELTER CAT MONTH! 🐾🚨

🌟 Looking for a new best friend?
🌟 Ready to add a little extra love, laughter, and purring to your life?

Now is the PURR-fect time to adopt! ❤️🐱

🎉 Throughout the month of June, ALL cat & kitten adoption fees are just $50 with an approved application! 🎉

Every adopted cat or kitten goes home:

✅ Spayed/Neutered
✅ Microchipped
✅ Rabies Vaccinated
✅ Age-Appropriate Vaccines
✅ FIV/FeLV Tested

When you adopt, you’re not just gaining a pet—you’re saving a life and making room for another cat in need. 🏡❤️

🐾 From playful kittens to laid-back lap cats, we have feline friends of all ages and personalities waiting for their forever homes!

📸 Be sure to follow our page all month long! We’ll be featuring cats and kittens DAILY, sharing their stories, personalities, and adorable faces in hopes of helping them find the loving families they deserve.

💕 Your new furry family member could be just one post away.

🐱 Adopt.
❤️ Save a Life.
🏡 Change a Future.

Who knows? Your perfect match may be waiting for you right now.

Meet MARCUS! 🐾If you thought Maxine was cute but had your heart set on bringing a boy home, let us introduce you to her ...
05/30/2026

Meet MARCUS! 🐾

If you thought Maxine was cute but had your heart set on bringing a boy home, let us introduce you to her brother, MARCUS!

Marcus is everything you could want in a family dog. He’s approximately 4 to 5 months old and already weighs around 40 pounds, so he’ll likely grow into a big, handsome boy. He’s happy-go-lucky, full of love, and always ready for whatever adventure the day brings.

Looking for the kind of dog who will race around the backyard with the kids, tag along on family outings, then crash at your feet after a day of fun? Marcus is your guy. He has that special blend of playful puppy energy and sweet affection that makes lifelong family memories.

Marcus is ready to trade shelter life for a couch, a yard, and a family to call his own. ❤️

📌 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.)

⚠️ Please note: the shelter is very busy and overwhelmed right now, and staff may not be able to answer every call. The best way to meet this sweet pup is to fill out an adoption application — once approved, the team will reach out to set up a time.

🐾🚨 WARNING: SIDE EFFECTS MAY INCLUDE… 🚨🐾❤️ Falling hopelessly in love❤️ Talking about your cat 24/7❤️ Having a permanent...
05/30/2026

🐾🚨 WARNING: SIDE EFFECTS MAY INCLUDE… 🚨🐾

❤️ Falling hopelessly in love
❤️ Talking about your cat 24/7
❤️ Having a permanent shadow following you to the bathroom
❤️ Finding yourself scrolling through hundreds of cat photos on your phone
❤️ Being greeted like a celebrity every time you walk through the door

The cure?

ADOPT A CAT! 😻

Right now, we have amazing cats and kittens waiting for someone to finally say, “You’re coming home with me.” 🏡✨

Some are playful little comedians who can turn a crumpled piece of paper into the greatest toy ever invented. 🎾🐱

Some are professional cuddlers looking for a warm lap and a forever family. 🥰

Some are shy souls who just need a chance to show you how special they truly are. 💕

And some have spent far too many days growing up in a shelter instead of a home. 💔

Every cat you see in these photos has a story.
Every cat is waiting.
Every cat deserves a happy ending. 🐾

Could your family be the one they’ve been dreaming about? 🌟

📸 Take a look through all of our available cats and kittens.
🐱 Fall in love.
🏡 Apply to adopt.
❤️ Change a life forever.

✨ If interested, please fill out the adoption application at the top of our page.

📞 If approved, we will contact you to schedule a meet & greet.

🐾 Please share this post to help our cats and kittens find the loving homes they deserve!

Because the best things in life don’t always have four walls…

Sometimes they have four paws. ❤️🐱🏡

🐾💕

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

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