Pet Adoptions FREE for Illinois Veterans — BCHS shall waive the adoption fee for a dog or cat if the person adopting presents a current and valid IL Driver’s License or ID Card with the word veteran printed on its face or an ID Card issued under the federal Veterans ID Card Act of 2015 AND a valid IL Driver’s License or ID Card, AND complies with the adoption policies of BCHS. BCHS may limit the number of pets adopted from our shelter/foster system to one dog or cat each IL veteran in a 2-year period. See Public Act 103-0434 (HB2500 Enrolled)
Adoption Fees
Note: fees are subject to change per shelter management
Adoption fees cover: Spay or neuter of pet, vaccines are up-to-date for the pet’s age, treatment for internal and external parasites, heartworm test for dogs 10 months or older, veterinarian exam, Feline Leukemia/FIV test for all kittens/cats, and micro-chipping of all animals. All animals are spayed or neutered before adoption.
Please know that when you adopt an animal from Bond County Humane Society, you are not “buying” that animal rather you are paying for all of the time, effort, nutrition, medical care, and behavioral evaluation that is given to that animal so that he/she can become a healthy, happy family member.
Puppies and kittens especially require lots of attention from early socializing to possible foster family care to frequent vaccinations.
There’s no such thing as a “free pet.” Medical procedures performed prior to adoption day can cost well over $300 at an animal hospital.
Bond County Humane Society is a no-kill shelter and a non-profit, 501(c)(3) organization.
We depend on your donations in order to rescue more pets from ill fate as well care for our current pets.
Adoption fees for the cats and dogs are based on the cost to spay or neuter the pet, vaccines, medications, veterinarian care, and microchips. We can only help our current pets and future pets when additional donations are made.
As a private shelter, BCHS operates with income provided primarily by adoption fees and donations from the public. We receive no government funding.
Things to Consider Before You Adopt
Adopting a pet is a big step — but we have a feeling your family is ready to grow. Before starting your search, get tips on choosing the right pet for your lifestyle, preparing your home for a furry family member, and become informed about training methods, and advice on how to successfully introduce your new pet into your home.
Ready to Adopt a Pet?
Off-Site Adoptions
PETCO in Fairview Heights, Illinois (at Hwy 159 & Hwy 50).
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11:00am - 3:00pm Every Saturday (skipping major holidays).
Greenville Adoption Center
We do also conduct adoptions at our Office - 2510 S. Elm St, Greenville, Illinois.
1:00-5:00pm Mon & Tues, Thurs & Fri. (Sun, Wed by appointment ONLY)
Dog Shelter Public Hours by Appointment ONLY.
Find a Cat/Dog
We try to keep this pet list up-to-date and accurate, but if you have questions about a certain pet, please call or email.
618-664-4068 bchs4pets@sbcglobal.net
Streamline your adoption experience! Submit your adoption application for pre-approval before you even meet our pets!
Companion Animals Currently Available for Adoption from BCHS
Streamline your adoption experience! Submit your adoption application in person or in email for pre-approval before you even meet our pets!
It is our goal at Bond County Humane Society to match you with the best pet for your family and home. We require all prospective families to fill out an adoption application form. After we receive your completed application, a BCHS representative will call you for an interview. We carefully screen all applicants to ensure that our dogs and cats are placed in loving responsible homes.