The A.R.K.

Ajax

Please stop dumping your dogs - There is no guarantee that they will reach safety or even willing to approach...

Adalee

Please stop dumping your dogs - There is no guarantee that they will reach safety or even willing to approach...

Bonnie

Bonnie (DOB 11/30/23) - female, gray and white, quiet cuddly kitten Visiting hours: Mon-Fri 12-2 Thurs evening 5-8 Sat 11-3...

Esme

Esme (DOB 1/2/24) - female, calico busy body Visiting hours: Mon-Fri 12-2 Thurs evening 5-8 Sat 11-3 THE ARK 477...

Baxter

Baxter (DOB 11/30/23) - male, black and white, shy guy Visiting hours: Mon-Fri 12-2 Thurs evening 5-8 Sat 11-3 THE...

Hazel

Hazel female DOB 7/15/23 Hazel is a gorgeous, friendly cat. Her coat is incredibly soft and her tail is so...

Bear

Bear (DOB 3/8/20) is mother to Hazel. She is quiet and content. The ARK 477 State Route 26 Lacon, IL...

Sing

Sing (DOB 4/5/23, male) is a friendly and active young cat. If you stoop down to his level, he is...

Mason

Mason (DOB 3/13/21) is a very shy cat. While he was in a kennel, he hid himself under cat beds....

Arlo

Arlo came from a local animal control. Such sad eyes from such a sweet soul. He knows sit and seems...

Lauretta

Lauretta (DOB 12/13/23) is a female Heeler mix. She is 10 pounds (on 3/27). She is a sister to Liberty....

Liberty

Liberty (DOB 12/13/23) is a female Heeler mix. She is gentle, loves cuddles, and, of course, also has playful puppiness.....

Max

Max (DOB 6/7/22) is an active Jack Russell Terrier mix. He is full of curiosity.

Belle

Belle (DOB 2/7/22) is a female lab/border collie mix. She weighs approximately 65 pounds. Belle is a really fun dog....

Bubbly

Bubbly DOB 12/14/23 Female Cattle dog mix She is built like a Jack Russell Terrier with a vertical leap like...

Sally (in foster - by appointment)

In foster - by appointment Foster-Raised: SALLY Sally was born in Oct of 2023. She has been raised with cats...

Bronco (in foster - by appointment)

In foster - by appointment Foster-Raised: BRONCO Maybe BRONCO can go from foster home to shelter and immediately to a...

Timber

TIMBER Female DOB 11/16/23 Currently 20 pounds (on 3/22) Great Pyrenees Goes in play group with Teddy. *Please be familiar...

Bat

Bat (DOB 1/31/21 ) is a female DMH. She is a gorgeous black cat and has a loving personality to...

Lady Belle

Lady Belle Female DOB 3/12/20 Medium Mixed Breed -Attentive, knows sit, treat motivated The ARK 477 State Route 26 Lacon,...

Gemma Dean

Gemma Dean (DOB 1/12/20) is a short, stocky, solid, 35 pound pitbull terrier. Gemma Dean went out in play group...

Fat Boy (and Pretty Girl) bonded

Fat Boy and Pretty Girl had a senior pet parent that could no infer take care of them. They are...

Alfie and Poofy (bonded)

Alfie and Poofy were surrendered because the individuals landlord discovered that the renter had more cats than stated in the...

Cheddar and Copper (bonded)

Cheddar is shy and Copper is outgoing. The ARK 477 State Route 26 Lacon, IL 61540 309-246-4275 Visiting Hours Mon-Fri,...

Toad (Jack)

Jack (DOB 7/29/18) is a male chocolate lab and approximately 70 pounds. He was an owner surrender because his owner...

Posey

Posey Female DOB 12/8/23 Black and white - will be a large mixed breed dog Currently 18 lbs on 3-16....

Kat

Kat Female DOB 9/11/23 Kat is friendly, approachable and has the perfect curl in her tail. She’s a great little...

Oakley

Oakley (DOB 7/26/15) is a petite,female, senior cat. She is the sweetest, most lovable companion and has been at the...

KoKo

KoKo (DOB 9/11/23) is a female DLH. She is even more gorgeous in person. She is well socialized with people...

Scrappy

Scrappy is a solid, tan and white with speckles, 41 pound, mixed breed dog. He is attentive, treat-motivated, and affectionate....

Goose

The Top Gun kittens all went home in one weekend. Momma Goose needs a home too. She is just as...

Oona

Oona is a female fancy tabby. Her DOB is 4/28/2023. Oona had hip surgery at the end of December 2023...

Georgie

In foster - Call 309-246-4275 during adoption hours to set up an appointment. Georgie is working on all the socialization...

Gouda

Gouda (12/2/23) is a male, mixed breed lover boy. This young pup will be medium-large when fully grown. The ARK...

Patriot

Patriot (DOB 12/7/23) is all puppy. He jumps upon your legs for love and attention. His mom was 22 pounds....

Penn

Penn is a male, mixed breed dog that will likely be 25-40 pounds when fully grown. The mom is included...

Kona

Kona is a male, black with chocolate mixed breed dog with wavy hair down his spine. He was born 7/15/23....

Josie

Josie is a female cattle dog puppy that is ready for adoption. She’s a cute little cuddler now, but cattle...

Bingo In foster * by appt.)

In foster- By Appointment Only 309-246-4275 *Call during adoption hours. Bingo (DOB 5/5/23) is a male, red and white Australian...

Cooper

Cooper (male) is at the shelter now. He came from foster. His birthday is 11/18/23. He is currently around 13...

Chance

Chance (male) is at the shelter now. He came from foster. His birthday is 11/18/23. As of March 15th, he...

Jax

*Courtesy Post - The ARK is your contact. Please EMAIL any inquires you have about Jax. The A.R.K. is urgently...

Jeb

Jeb (DOB 5/11/22) is a male, 57 pound, golden retriever mix. He is a happy guy that is treat motivated.

Mocha

Mocha (DOB 4/20/17) is a 50 pound, female Texas red Heeler/Aussie mix. She is approximately seven years old. Mocha is...

Cookie and Cream

Cookies and Cream (DOB 5/30/23) is a female fancy tabby. She is a curious cat, and she also likes spending...

Benny

Benny (DOB 2/16/22) is a precious, docile, gentle, friendly male beagle. He is insecure when you first meet him. He...

Daphne (foster-raised)

Daphne (DOB 9/18/23) is a female kitten that was fostered in a home with adult cats and small Dogs before...

Charlie

Charlie (DOB 11/28/21) is a friendly male Siamese. He likes attention but also enjoys the freedom to explore his surroundings....

Smoky

Smoky (DOB 5/30/23) is not a cat that will willingly approach strangers. She would need an adopter that is committed...

Boots

Boots (DOB 12/14/17) is a bit of a loner. She is fine with other cats and is quite content to...

Lena

Lena (DOB 8/30/21) is a quiet, content, emerald-eyed gem. She is in Babe’s Room at The ARK and prefers a...

Dash

Dash (DOB 5/30/23), female Well, a cat doesn’t get a name like Dash without good reason. Dash is an elusive...

Gilly

Gilly (DOB 1/17/23) is a female tabby. She is wide-eyed and beautiful. She likes to lounge on the cat tower...

Guido

Guido (DOB 9/7/23) is a playful female kitten in a room of young cats. She likes to zoom up the...

Mable

Mable (DOB 1/3/19) is a female Weimaraner that is already a great dog and seems like she would make a...

Kellen

Kellen (DOB 4-17-21) is a medium-sizes, 40 pounder. He is a happy companion and so stink’n cute. His energy level...

Lucy

Lucy, DOB 8/6/23, is a female tortie. She was born at the shelter. Even as a young kitten, she has...

Wren

Wren (DOB 1/17/23) is a green-eyed beauty. She is a complete sweetheart. She is a lazy lounger but affectionate too....

Ollie

Ollie is a little over 2-years-old and a thin 85 pounds. He needs to gain some weight, and when he...

Kane

Kane (DOB 11/16/21) is a 62 pound, male lab mix. He is attentive and well-behaved. He does well on a...

Kylo

Kylo is a 45 pound, male golden retriever mix. He was born at the end of October 2022. When Kylo...

Delta

Delta is a female black cat with a patch of white on her chest. DOB 5/01/2021. Her BFFs, volunteers Mike...

CoCo

Newly Adoptable CoCo Female DOB 9/29/23 *foster-raised with cats and dogs COCO loves attention and is a little busy body....

Chewy

Chewy Curious, playful, fun Male DOB 9/29/23 *foster-raised with cats and dogs The ARK 477 State Route 26 Lacon, IL...

Floyd

Floyd (DOB 10/10/21) is a 75 pound Pitbull terrier. He was a favorite in his temporary placement before being transported...

Theo

Theo Lemon Beagle DOB 12/10/22 Male Good with other dogs The ARK 477 State Route 26 Lacon, IL 309-246-4275 (during...

Sienna

Sienna (DOB 5-19-23) is a beautiful, gentle cat. She has the patch of peach on top of her head and...

Diebel

Diebel Female DOB 5/26/23 An opportunity to frolic and play with young cats and to chase the laser are fun,...

Rusty (Milo)

After a year in a home, Rusty’s people just didn’t think things were working out and returned him to the...

Waylon

Waylon DOB 11/28/21 50 lbs Male Australian Shepherd Treat motivated, happy dog Waylon would do best as an only dog...

Miller

Miller is an adult chunk, around 50 pounds, with loads of personality. He will sit for a treat, but he...

Louise

Louise (DOB 12/7/22) is new to Molly’s Room at The ARK. She has been timid since coming to this room,...

Amethyst

Amethyst (DOB 4/12/17) is a female tortie. She is content to sit in the windowsill or sneak in a few...

Stubby

STUBBY MALE DOB 2/28/23 English Bulldog-Pitbull Mix Stubby is great with people but strong-willed. He does fine while kenneled next...

Bambi

Bambi is a male, grey tabby. He is an observer and takes in his surroundings. He is also a friendly...

Drixel AKA Moose

Moose thinks he is training for the Kentucky Derby. Maybe he thinks he is a Greyhound. He has the drive...

Bo Jack

Bo Jack (DOB 1-7-19) is a strong, lean dog. He was frightened when he first arrived but has turned out...

Finn

Finn (DOB 5/19/20) is spending another winter in the shelter. He is a tall, long, lean canine companion. He was...

Juliet (and Romeo)

Romeo and Juliet These two were found roaming in their neighborhood and picked up by animal control. The owners never...

Romeo ( and Juliet)

Romeo and Juliet These two were found roaming in their neighborhood and picked up by animal control. The owners never...

Cricket

Cricket (DOB 3/15/22) is a friendly, female ginger. She in in ISO’s room at The ARK. The ARK 477 State...

Inky

INKY was foster-raised with adult cats and small dogs. She has been socialized, is now fully vetted, and is ready...

Sissy

Sissy is a 2-year-old purfect kitty. When we say purfect, we mean that she has the calmest, sweetest purr. Sissy...

Piper

Piper is a female tuxedo kitten. She was born 5/19/23. Like many other kittens, she is adventurous and outgoing. The...

LuLu

LuLu is a busy female kitten. When you walk into the room, she weaves between your legs. When volunteers clean...

Cy

Cy (DOB March 2023) is a male, lazy lounger. He is friendly but not in your face for attention. He...

Koli

Koli is a gentle, sweet, inquisitive female tortie. DOB 3/27/23

Beau

Beau is a young, male husky mix. Husky + Young = Active Lifestyle Fun guy. Active guy. *Beau is a...

Lonny

Lonny Female DOB 4/19/23 Lonny has grown up in the shelter. She is a social kitten with people and adult...

Poppy

Poppy (DOB 5/15/23) is a female calico that is waiting in Molly’s Room for an adopter. She is curious, brave,...

Syncere

Syncere was an owner surrender. His people left notes in his file. They say he is a cuddler, but also...

Rose

This is Rosie. She is an unfortunate example of why spay-neuter is so important. Rose arrived at The ARK with...

Pretty Girl

Pretty Girl (DOB 9/8/22) is a female catahoula mix. She is a high energy dog, and needs some training and...

Xana

Xana (DOB 9/8/22) is a female, catahoula mix. Even after leaving puppyhood, she will hold onto the high energy of...

Bunny

Bunny - DOB MARCH 2023 Bunny is shy but friendly.

Rusty

Rusty is a littermate to Ray. He was born at the shelter on 3/19/23. He is a handsome, friendly fellow....

Mandy

Mandy (DOB 8/15/21) is an adventurer and also loves attention. Mandy is one of the first cats that visitors see...

Chia (foster-raised with dogs)

Chia (DOB 2/3/23) is a female tortie, and let us tell you how sweet this one is. She is the...

Tansy (foster-raised with dogs)

IN FOSTER - You may apply now. Will be at the shelter on Saturday, May 20th. Tansy (DOB 2/3/23) is...

Lotus (foster-raised with dogs)

Lotus can be found here, there, and everywhere. What a sweet cat. Lotus lies upside down on the cat tower...