OUR MISSION:
The missions of ICARe are threefold: (a) to alleviate the suffering of domestic animals in Iroquois County by providing for their immediate needs such as, but not limited to, food, shelter, and medical treatment; (b) to provide for the long-term care of these animals by seeking to place them in foster and/or adoptive homes; and (c) to control animal over-population in Iroquois County and surrounding counties by providing pet owners and animal caretakers with low-cost, affordable spay/neuter services.
OUR FOCUS:
Spay/neuter is our primary focus at ICARe because only through successful promotion of this service can we hope to reduce the number of unwanted pets.
Did you know? There are 45 cats and dogs born for every 1 person born. Only 1 out of 10 dogs, and 1 out of 12 cats will EVER find a home. Because there are not enough homes, 800 dogs and cats are euthanized each HOUR in shelters across the U.S. If you care about animals, please have yours spayed or neutered - and tell everyone you know to do the same.
ICARe and has spayed/neutered and vaccinated over 1,300 animals in Iroquois County since it's creation in 2008, thus preventing countless unwanted litters of kittens and puppies and controlling the spread of contagious diseases among domestic animals.
One of our main goals at ICARe is to make spay/neuter affordable to EVERYONE, regardless of income. This includes special cases wherein people are unable to afford our standard s/n fees. At ICARe, we look at each case individually. So there is no excuse Iroquois County! Call us today at 815-429-4028 and make your appointment.
OUR SERVICES:
Low-cost spay/neuter:
Cats = $50 includes surgery, a 1 yr. Rabies vaccine, and a Distemper vaccine. Additional discounts are available for pet owners on Medicare, Medicaid, and unemployment compensation (documentation must be presented to receive discount) as well as for feral cats, stray cats, and for 3 or more cats per household.
Dogs = $75-$125 based on weight. ALL DOGS MUST BE FRIENDLY, able to be HANDLED by our volunteers, AND be up-to-date on Rabies vaccinations. No exceptions!! In addition, each dog s/n must be paid in full before the scheduled surgery date.
Adoptions:
* All animals offered for adoption are already spay/neutered, vaccinated for Rabies (if 5mos or older), vaccinated 2X for Distemper, de-wormed, and well socialized.
Viewing of our adoptable cats is possible 5 days a week during normal shelter hours, or by appointment, at our facility located at 100 NW Lincoln, Iroquois, IL 60945. DOGS ARE NOT HOUSED ON SITE. Current shelter hours are listed at the bottom of our Home page on the website. It is recommended that you call ahead before coming to ensure that an adoption specialist is available to help you select your feline friend. Our adoptable dogs can be seen by appointment ONLY. Please call ICARe at 815-429-4028 to set up an appointment.
ADOPTION FEES:
Adult cat (8 mos. of age and older) = $65
Kittens (7 mos. and under) = $75
Pure breed adult cats = $80
Pure breed kittens (7 mos. and under) = $100
Adult dogs and puppies = $75-$100, based on age and breed
Pure breed and "designer mix" dogs = $125
ALL adopted cats MUST leave the shelter in a carrier. Please bring your cat carrier with you when visiting the shelter, or a cardboard carrier will be provided to you for a fee of $5.
Some of our adoptable animals can be seen by clicking on this link:
Relinquishment:
Stray or owner relinquish, Iroquois County residents = $30 fee (mandatory)
Stray or owner relinquish, out of county = $50 fee (mandatory)
Q: Why must ICARe charge a fee to relinquish (surrender) an animal?
A: Currently, we receive no financial help from the city, county, or state. We subsist solely on donations, adoption fees, and relinquish fees.
Q: What are relinquish fees used for?
A: These fees are used to supply our animals with food, shelter, medical care, etc. and to pay our overhead costs for water, electricity, and heat/ac to keep our animals comfortable year round.
As a new charity, your financial participation is very important in terms of our outlook for long term survival. Although at ICARe we DO envision a day when we will not have to charge a relinquish fee to take in a needy animal, we are NOT in a position to do that now. Your understanding is essential and very much appreciated.
Pets lost and found:
You may report your pet missing or a pet that you have found 24 hours a day at 815-429-4028. Stray dogs MUST be reported to Irq. Co. Animal Control at 815-432-4918 BEFORE calling ICARe.
