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COMMUNITY ANIMAL
RESCUE EFFORT
P.O. Box 1964
Evanston, Illinois 60204
C.A.R.E. 
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(847) 705-2653

 

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C.A.R.E. Animals for Adoption

Check out these fine furry creatures! All these and more are available for adoption at the Evanston Animal Shelter, 2310 Oakton Street, in Evanston. If you are interested in adopting, please carefully read through our adoption procedures page for information about the adoption process, adoption hours, adoption fees, and directions to the shelter.

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C.A.R.E. Adoptables


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Dogs for Adoption

Last updated May 10, 2012

How we prepare our dogs for adoption

All of our dogs have gone through the ASPCA Meet Your Match Canine-ality assessment in addition to the Assess a Pet and SAFER behavior evaluations.

To find the "canine-ality" of each dog, we administer five assessments, including friendliness, playfulness, energy level, motivation and drive. Based on their results, our dogs are then placed in one of nine, color-coded categories: Purple (Couch Potato, Constant Companion, Teacher's Pet), Orange (Wallflower, Goofball, Busy Bee) and Green (Free Spirit, Life of the Party, Go-Getter). When you come to our shelter, you'll fill out a survey that will tell you which color (purple, orange, green) of dog would be your best match!

CARE volunteers, during their routine shift at the shelter, teach the shelter dogs gracious, polite behavior so when they go out in the real world they will impress everyone they meet. Obedience methods learned from Wendy DeCarlo and Dennis Damon of Dog Obedience Group are used exclusively.  We highly recommend that our dogs continue with Dog Obedience Group to ensure a seamless transition into their new home.

The dogs also receive veterinary examinations and vaccinations. All medical records will be provided as part of the adoption process.

If you are interested in adopting, please carefully read through our adoption procedures page for information about the adoption process, adoption hours, adoption fees, and directions to the shelter.

C.A.R.E. Dog Owner's Manual

Dog Owner's Manual

The C.A.R.E. Dog Owner's Manual is a collection of the information that we hand out to new adopters. Included in this downloadable PDF is a number of informative articles gathered from numerous sources to help you with your new family member.

Download it here:
Dog Owner's Manual PDF (approx. 1.5 MB)

Puppies

Puppies

We sometimes have puppies available that are not on this list. Our puppies are usually kept in foster homes until they ready to come to your home. Please call or stop by the shelter during our adoption hours to speak to an adoption counselor.
 


Rose

Rose

Rose

Lab/Terrier Mix, 1.5 years old, Spayed female.


I am a beautiful & striking girl with a pleasing heart along with a gentle and happy attitude. I am very attentive, kind and enjoy tummy rubs along with your company. I like to please and learn and have all the makings to be a well rounded companion. I am learning so much at CARE with their training program -- I now know that I am very smart and training is fun. I am sure that once  we both attend positive obedience classes together my shelter training experience will shine and my emotional growth and maturity will amaze everyone.


ASPCA Canine-ality™ Assessment rating:  Green / Go-Getter


Adoption Information:


Large size / weighs 65 lbs.

Children 12 and up due to her size and enthusiasm.

No cats, no small animals.  Rose has a very high prey drive.

Dog Obedience Group classes required.

Housebreaking: Has occasional accidents, will need some work.

Rose is spayed, microchipped and has had a full veterinary checkup and vaccines.

Please come to the shelter to meet Rose and speak to an adoption counselor for more information about her.  Thank you.



Georgia

Georgia

Georgia

Shepherd/Terrier Mix, 1.5 years old, Spayed female.


I am very smart and love training. I have a happy attitude about learning and exploring life. There are times I am sensitive and I can be unsure, and that is when I need you to be patient and give me a chance to think and understand.  Because of my energy and playfulness and a little over stimulated.  To help me understand how to contain my enthusiasm I need you to set limits, guide me and teach me.


See Georgia in the "Are You Smarter Than a Shelter Dog?" video! You can adopt this smarty-pants pooch!


ASPCA Canine-ality™ Assessment rating:  Green / Go Getter


Adoption Information:


Large size / weighs 50 lbs.

Georgia would do best in a home with children over 10 and no cats. She needs work with other dogs and has had minimal exposure to them.

Housebreaking: She needs house training, crate training and a consistent schedule.

Attendance in D.O.G. Obedience classes required.

Georgia is spayed, microchipped and has had a full veterinary checkup and vaccines.

Please come to the shelter to meet  Georgia and speak to an adoption counselor for more information about her. Thank you.




Schmidt

Schmidt

Schmidt

Terrier Mix, 1 year old, Neutered male.


I am a soft hearted and kind dog that wants to get along with everyone.  I love obedience training  it is so easy, because the people have to do most of the work!   I  understand the wonderful way it opens doors to being with people and exploring the world together. Through my training (i.e. learning manners ) I am polished and easy going. Since I am young in spirit, there are times I  will need  some patience from you, so I can think things out. I am ready,  willing and able to get out there and see the the world in a very friendly and agreeable way. Did I mention that at times I do like to slow down to stop and smell the flowers, really what is all the hurrying about?


ASPCA Canine-ality™ Assessment rating:  Green / Life of the Party


Adoption Information:


Large size / weighs 55 lbs.

Schmidt is suitable for a home with children aged 13 and older.

No cats. Schmidt is learning to interact with other dogs.

Experienced owner and training with Dog Obedience Group is required.

Housebreaking: Has occasional accidents, will need some work.

Schmidt is neutered, microchipped and has had a full veterinary checkup and vaccines.

Please come to the shelter to meet Schmidt and speak to an adoption counselor for more information about him.  Thank you.



Levi

Levi

Levi

Boxer/Terrier Mix, 2.5 years old, Neutered male.


I am a happy dog, very interested and curious about my surroundings. I am affectionate, interactive and friendly, with a sensitive side and a sense of humor.  I love to run and play keep away and tug of war. They are my favorite activities because they include you!  I enjoy being with people since I have such a harmonious attitude.  There are times that I am a bit exuberant, but I am not hyperactive.  If you are looking to get a little more active and need a close friend to tag along, I might just be one to fill that need.
 

ASPCA Canine-ality™ Assessment rating: Green / Life of the Party


Adoption Information:


Large size / weighs 55 lbs.

Levi would do best in a home with children over 13 due to his exuberance while playing.

Housebreaking: Has occasional accidents. Will need some work.

Attendance in D.O.G. Obedience classes required to help Levi learn proper leash etiquette and to maintain and grow his good canine social skills.

Levi is neutered, microchipped and has had a full veterinary checkup and vaccines.

Please come to the shelter to meet Levi and speak to an adoption counselor for more information about him. Thank you.



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Cats for Adoption

Last updated May 10, 2012

How we prepare our cats for adoption

All of our cats have gone through the ASPCA Meet Your Match Feline-ality assessment to help you find your purrfect match.

To find the "feline-ality" of each cat, we administer assessments, including friendliness, playfulness and confidence. Based on their results, our cats are then placed in one of nine, color-coded categories, including Purple (Love Bug), Orange (Personal Assistant) and Green (Leader of the Band). When you come to our shelter, you'll fill out a survey that will tell you which color (purple, orange, green) of cat would be your best match!

CARE volunteers spend hours socializing the kitties and working to make them comfortable during their stay at the shelter. Our goal is to get to know the cats as individuals so we can help you to make the best choice for your family.

The cats also receive veterinary examinations and vaccinations. All medical records will be provided as part of the adoption process.

If you are interested in adopting, please carefully read through our adoption procedures page for information about the adoption process, adoption hours, adoption fees, and directions to the shelter.

C.A.R.E. Cat Owner's Manual

Cat Owner's Manual

The C.A.R.E. Cat Owner's Manual is a collection of the information that we hand out to new adopters. Included in this downloadable PDF is a number of informative articles gathered from numerous sources to help you with your new family member.

Download it here:
Cat Owner's Manual PDF (approx. 3 MB)

Kittens

Kittens

We put our kittens into foster homes to get them ready for your house! Please call or come by the shelter during adoption hours to speak to an adoption counselor for information on current availability.
 


Whoopie Pie

Whoopie Pie

Whoopie Pie

Domestic Shorthair, 1 year old, Black and White, Neutered male.
FeLV+


Zucchini's Gift

I'm eligible for Zucchini's Gift reduced adoption fee.


I wandered on to the porch of a C.A.R.E. volunteer and she was nice enough to rescue me and to get me out of the cold. Unfortunately in my routine medical testing, I came up positive for Feline Leukemia, so I am looking for an extra special home and an angel who is willing to rescue me and give me a fighting chance. I am a little bit timid, so a nice, quiet home where I can slowly come out of my shell would be ideal. If you are looking to rescue a cat who really needs a home, please come meet me!


Adoption Information:


Whoopie Pie should be the only cat in the home due to his Feline Leukemia positive status or should go to a home with other FeLV+ cats.


No children under 12 due to his timid personality.


A quiet, stress-free, cat-experienced home would be perfect for Whoopie Pie. The ideal home would be with a Veterinary Technician or other medical professional who is accustomed to monitoring health or someone who is really looking to rescue a cat and make a difference! Most other shelters euthanize Feline Leukemia positive cats because they are so hard to find homes for, however we feel that it is in his best interest to give him a chance to live out as much life as he can.


Whoopie Pie is microchipped, neutered, and has had a full veterinary checkup and vaccines.


Please come to the shelter to meet Whoopie Pie and speak to an adoption counselor for more information about him.  Thank you.



Chris

Chris

Chris

Currently in foster care, but still looking for a home!

Domestic Shorthair, 1 year old, Black, Neutered male.


I have a super glossy black coat and enjoy being petted. I looooove catnip. Especially that fancy cosmic kind! I need time to adapt to new environments, but once I do, I am Mr. Fun Guy. I like to play a little rough, so I need someone who can read my signs and help me to calm down. I am one cool black panther, so come on by the shelter to meet me.


ASPCA Feline-ality™ Assessment rating:  Purple / Secret Admirer


Adoption Information:


Chris has lived with other cats. We are not sure how he feels about dogs.

Chris is not a good fit for a home with children.

Chris would do best in a home that has had cats before.

Chris is microchipped, neutered, and has had a full veterinary checkup and vaccines.

Please come to the shelter to meet Chris and speak to an adoption counselor for more information about him.  Thank you


Lucy and Susan


Lucy and Susan

Lucy: Domestic Shorthair, 8 months old, White and Grey, Spayed female.

Susan: Domestic Shorthair, 8 months old, White and Tabby, Spayed female.


I'm Lucy, and I love to play with all kinds of toys, but wand toys are my favorite. My sister Susan doesn't play as much but she has a great loud PURR! We both love looking out windows at the birdies, chasing reflections on the walls, and having good nap together. Will you join us for some cuddle time?


Adoption Information:


We are not sure how Lucy and Susan feel about dogs.


Lucy and Susan are microchipped, spayed, and have had a full veterinary checkup and vaccines.


Please come to the shelter to meet Lucy and Susan and speak to an adoption counselor for more information about them. Thank you.




Maisha

Maisha

Maisha

Domestic Shorthair, 3 - 4 years old, Black, Spayed female.


Hello there! Are you looking for a silky, sassy, bright-eyed exotic lady to spice up your life? Then you'll want to come meet me! I like to talk a lot and tell you exactly what I'm thinking. And I'll comment on everything you're doing, too. I love to hang out in high places so I can keep an eye on whatever it is that you're up to and so I can keep my little treasures to myself (mousies, sparkleballs, my favorite blanket). I'd rather hang out with you than to play. Oh, and I want you all to myself. I really don't like other kitties and that's why I ended up at the shelter. So, if you've can be faithful to me and not cheat with other kitties, come meet me!


ASPCA Feline-ality™ Assessment rating:  Orange / Sidekick


Adoption Information:


Maisha does not get along with other cats however she has lived peacefully with a dog.


Maisha would do best in a cat-experienced home with children 13 years and older.


Maisha is microchipped, spayed, and has had a full veterinary checkup and vaccines.


Please come to the shelter to meet Maisha and speak to an adoption counselor for more information about her. Thank you.




Cutie

Pie

Cutie and Pie

Cutie: Domestic Shorthair, 10 months old, Black and White Tuxedo, Spayed female.

Pie: Domestic Shorthair, 10 months old, Black and White Tuxedo, Neutered male.


We are all dressed up in our tuxedos and ready to go somewhere! We'll go wherever the action is. Can you tell us apart? One of us has a white chin and one has a black chin, but otherwise we are almost identical!  (OK, we're bad at keeping secrets - Cutie has the white chin.) We love to play and we love to snuggle.


Adoption Information:


Cutie and Pie would do best in a home with children 8 years and older.


Cutie and Pie are microchipped, spayed/neutered, and have had a full veterinary checkup and vaccines.


Please come to the shelter to meet Cutie and Pie and speak to an adoption counselor for more information about them. Thank you.





Truman

Truman

Truman

Domestic Shorthair, 2 years old, Black, Neutered male.


I'm a real ladies man. I was found hanging around with a couple of blonde girl kittens, so I've got some stories to tell over our next beer. Actually, I'm really a softy and I like attention and affection and quiet cuddle time. I get a little nervous in new situations, but once I know the lay of the land, I'll make the place mine. Please come meet me and you'll fall in love with my charm.


ASPCA Feline-ality™ Assessment rating:  Purple/Secret Admirer


Adoption Information:


Truman could go to a home with other cats and possibly with dogs.


Truman is microchipped, neutered, and has had a full veterinary checkup and vaccines.


Please come to the shelter to meet Truman and speak to an adoption counselor for more information about him. Thank you.



Alex

Alex

Alex

Currently in foster care, but still looking for a home!

Domestic Shorthair, 3 - 6 years old, Black, Neutered male.


Zucchini's Gift

I'm eligible for Zucchini's Gift reduced adoption fee.


I was abandoned at the shelter, so I'm a bit scared and confused as to how I ended up here. I initially spent a lot of time hiding in the back of my cage, but now I've learned to trust again and will come to the front of the cage to give kisses to the volunteers. I hope that someone with a big heart and previous experience with shy cats will rescue me. Will you be my angel and give me a chance?


Adoption Information:


We are not sure how Alex feels about other cats or dogs.


Alex should go to a cat-experienced owner in an adults only and quiet home.


Alex is microchipped, neutered, and has had a full veterinary checkup and vaccines.


Please come to the shelter to meet Alex and speak to an adoption counselor for more information about him.  Thank you.


Suzuki

Scooter

Suzuki and Scooter

Suzuki: Domestic Shorthair, 7 years old, Torbie, Spayed female.

Scooter: Domestic Shorthair, 7 years old, Grey Tabby, Spayed female.


Our owner moved to a smaller home and could not keep us. I'm Suzuki and I am very playful (love that Cat Charmer) and I enjoy being petted. My sis, Scooter, is a little bit more on the shy side, but she likes people and she'll curl up with you once she becomes comfortable. We like to curl up together and we'd like to go to a home where we can stay together. Oh, we're afraid of the vacuum cleaner, so we don't mind if you don't run it very often! (We know, you wanted an excuse not to clean!)


Suzuki: ASPCA Feline-ality™ Assessment rating:  Orange / Personal Assistant

Scooter: ASPCA Feline-ality™ Assessment rating:  Purple / Private Investigator


Adoption Information:


Suzuki and Scooter have lived with a dog. We're not sure how they feel about other cats.

Suzuki and Scooter are suitable for a home with children aged 8 and older.

We would like to find Suzuki and Scooter a home where they can be adopted together. They are separated at the shelter to give them each their space, so they may need a brief re-introduction period in their new home.

Suzuki and Scooter are microchipped, spayed, and have had full veterinary checkups and vaccines.

Please come to the shelter to meet Suzuki and Scooter and speak to an adoption counselor for more information about them.  Thank you.


Mimi

Mimi

Mimi

Domestic Shorthair, 10 years old, Grey Tabby w/white, Spayed female.


Zucchini's Gift

I'm eligible for Zucchini's Gift reduced adoption fee.


My name is Mimi and I am quiet kitty who wants nothing more than a warm lap to cuddle up on. I ended up at the shelter because my owner passed away.  I like being held and would like a patient, caring person to come rescue me and I'll be forever grateful. Please come to the shelter to meet me!


Adoption Information:


We think that Mimi would do best in a quiet home without children. She has never lived with kids and we think she will be more comfortable in a home like her previous one.

Mimi is microchipped, spayed and has had full veterinary checkups and vaccines.

Please come to the shelter to meet Mimi and speak to an adoption counselor for more information about her.  Thank you.


Marco

Marco

Marco

Domestic Shorthair, 2 years old, Orange and White, Neutered male.


I am a tough guy who was out on the streets. Actually, I wasn't doing so great and came in with some scratches and scars, so I'm happy to be in a place where I get good meals and proper cuddles. I love to play with all kinds of macho toys, like birds (feather wands), fur mice, and any kind of ball. I like people, but I have to keep up that tough guy exterior, so I'd prefer chill with you like a bro until I get to know you better.Oh, and I had a tail injury previously, so don't touch me near my heinie! Want to hang out on the couch and watch the game with a brewski? I'm your dude!


ASPCA Feline-ality™ Assessment rating:  Purple / Private Investigator


Adoption Information:


We are not sure how Marco feels about other cats or dogs.

Marco is suitable for a home with children 12 years old and older.


Marco is microchipped, neutered, and has had a full veterinary checkup and vaccines.

Please come to the shelter to meet Marco and speak to an adoption counselor for more information about him.  Thank you.

Angie

Angie

Angie

Domestic Shorthair, 7 years old, Tortoiseshell/Calico mix, Spayed female.


I didn't get along with the other kitty in the home, so I am looking for a new place where I can have you all to myself. I'm the only cat you'll need, anyway! I love lap and cuddle time and I'll sit on your lap for a while, so grab a book and let's relax! I can be quite opinionated and talkative and if you do something that I don't appreciate (like trying to pet my tummy) I'll let you know that I don't like it! I can get startled by loud noises, but will come to you for reassurance. Come see me at the shelter and let's spend some quality time together!


ASPCA Feline-ality™ Assessment rating:  Orange / Sidekick


Adoption Information:


Angie does not get along with other cats.


Angie could go to a home with respectful children over 10.


Angie is microchipped, spayed, and has had a full veterinary checkup and vaccines.


Please come to the shelter to meet Angie and speak to an adoption counselor for more information about her. Thank you.



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