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Five Acres Animal Shelter

Sunday, January 27, 2013

Family's Allergy Leads Them to Give Up Luigi

Four-year-old orange cat is available for adoption.

Luigi is a 4-year-old handsome, light orange kitty. His previous family had to give him up when an ill family member had to move in that was highly allergic to cats. Luigi is very nice and easy going. He would love a quiet home and prefers to be the only pet. If you are interested in learning more about this sweet cat, stop in and see Luigi Tuesday through Friday 2-6pm or Saturday and Sunday noon-6pm. Five Acres Animal Shelter is a 501c3 nonprofit organization located in St. Charles. Our mission is to end pet homelessness, promote responsible pet ownership and advocate for animal welfare. We are the only no kill shelter in St. Charles County and rely completely on private support. We rescue and find homes for hundreds of dogs and cats …

Sunday, January 20, 2013

Spunky Beagle Could Be Great Companion

Meet Bailey at Five Acres Animal Shelter.

Bailey is a 9 year old Beagle looking for a home. Bailey has a lot of spunk on walks and puts her Beagle nose to use sniffing everything. In addition to enjoying walks, she also likes car rides and relaxing on the couch with you. Bailey is potty trained and good with other dogs and cats. She is a senior girl with arthritis and prefers a home without young children. Bailey is a great companion and just loves everyone here at Five Acres! You can meet her Tuesday- Friday 2-6pm or Saturday and Sunday noon-6pm. Five Acres Animal Shelter is a 501c3 nonprofit organization located in St. Charles. Our mission is to end pet homelessness, promote responsible pet ownership and advocate for animal welfare. We are the only no kill shelter in St. Charles…

Sunday, January 6, 2013

Three-Year-old Pitbull Mix Looks for New Home

Dollar is available at Five Acres Animal Shelter.

Dollar is a three-year-old pit bull mix. He’s a perfect medium size and is potty trained. He is so well behaved, he gets to stay in one of the offices at the shelter. He loves napping on his bed, running in a fenced in yard and most of all he loves kids. Dollar is great with kids of all ages and would make a great companion. He prefers to be the only pet. If you want to meet Dollar, stop by Five Acres 2 to 6 p.m. Tuesday through Friday or noon-6pm Saturday and Sunday. Five Acres Animal Shelter is a 501c3 nonprofit organization located in St. Charles. Our mission is to end pet homelessness, promote responsible pet ownership and advocate for animal welfare. We are the only no kill shelter in St. Charles County and rely completely on private …

Sunday, December 30, 2012

10-Month-Old Willow Loves Cat Tunnels

Cat is available for adoption from Five Acres Animal Shelter.

Willow is a 10-month-old, female, dilute tortishell. She has a beautiful coat that is velvety soft to the touch. She is playful and independent in nature but likes to be petted. Willow enjoys playing in cat tunnels with toy mice and balls in the kitten room. She would do best in a home with kids over age 12. If you are looking for a new friend stop in and see Willow and all her feline friends. Five Acres is open 2-6 p.m. Tuesday through Friday and noon-6 p.m. on the weekends. Five Acres Animal Shelter is a 501c3 nonprofit organization located in St. Charles. Our mission is to end pet homelessness, promote responsible pet ownership and advocate for animal welfare. We are the only no kill shelter in St. Charles County and rely completely on …

Sunday, December 23, 2012

Tiger Loves Taking Walks

Two-year-old boxer-mix is looking for a home.

Tiger is a 2-year-old boxer mix that is looking for a home. She likes other dogs, is potty trained, friendly and loves to play. She likes going for walks or jogs, playing fetch and will even roller blade with you. She’s the perfect medium size with a short coat. Tiger is currently in foster care so if you are interested in meeting her please contact the shelter’s canine coordinator first at (636) 949-9918 or canines@fiveacresanimalshelter.org. Five Acres Animal Shelter is a 501c3 nonprofit organization located in St. Charles. Our mission is to end pet homelessness, promote responsible pet ownership and advocate for animal welfare. We are the only no kill shelter in St. Charles County and rely completely on private support. We rescue and …

Sunday, December 16, 2012

Black Lab Needs A Running Buddy

Onyx is 2 years old and is available for adoption from Five Acres Animal Shelter.

Onyx is a 2 year old Black lab/Golden mix. He enjoys walks and would make a great running buddy. He’s part lab so of course he also loves a tennis ball! Onyx will sit for a treat and is smart so he’d benefit from someone that will continue to train him with basic obedience and new tricks. Onyx is also crate trained.  He would do best in a home with no children or older children. His adoption fee is $150.00. Come see him at Five Acres Animal Shelter: 2-6 Tuesday – Friday and 12-6 on the weekends. Five Acres Animal Shelter is a 501c3 nonprofit organization located in St. Charles. Our mission is to end pet homelessness, promote responsible pet ownership and advocate for animal welfare. We are the only no kill shelter in St. Charles County and…

Sunday, December 9, 2012

Pet of the Week: Bailey the Beagle Needs a Family

Bailey enjoys napping.

This is Bailey the Beagle. She’s 9 years old and her Christmas wish is for a home. Bailey is calm and enjoys napping on a soft bed and going for short walks. She’s a senior and takes daily medication. Therefore, she’s a special needs adoption (her adoption fee is $95). If you are looking for a nice companion to snuggle with this winter then come meet Bailey! Five Acres is open 2-6pm Tuesday through Friday and noon-6pm on the weekends. Five Acres Animal Shelter is a 501c3 nonprofit organization located in St. Charles. Our mission is to end pet homelessness, promote responsible pet ownership and advocate for animal welfare. We are the only no kill shelter in St. Charles County and rely completely on private support. We rescue and find homes …

Sunday, November 18, 2012

Abused Blind Puppy Now Available for Adoption

Phoenix was found with chemical burns on his back and has now been diagnosed with progressive retinal degeneration.

Phoenix a 9-month-old American Bulldog mix. WhenFive Acres rescued him he had been abused and had chemical burns on his back.  Not only was he recovering from chemical burns but he also had mange. He received treatment for the mange and the area on his back that was burned now has hair. Phoenix recovered well and, despite a rough start, loves people! We recently noticed Phoenix’s eyes looked strange and he seemed confused and unable to focus. Our veterinarian diagnosed him with Progressive Retinal Degeneration- Phoenix is going blind.  He already has some cataracts in his eyes.  It is congenital and there is no medication or surgery that can fix it.  This has not stopped Phoenix from being an energetic puppy!  He will be a special needs …

William Braudis

11:24 am on Sunday, November 18, 2012

Please, anyone who will give this puppy a good and loving life adopt him A.S.A.P.   more ›

Sunday, October 28, 2012

Pet of the Week: Duke, the Hound Dog

Check out the featured pet of the week, available for adoption from Five Acres Animal Shelter.

Duke the Plott Hound is available for adoption at Five Acres. He’s 2 years old and has beautiful markings. Duke still acts like a puppy and enjoys playing with toys, exploring the yard and going for walks. He likes other dogs his size and is friendly with people. If you are interested in meeting Duke, stop by the shelter Tuesday through Friday 2-6pm or Saturday and Sunday noon-6pm. Five Acres Animal Shelter is a 501c3 nonprofit organization located in St. Charles. Our mission is to end pet homelessness, promote responsible pet ownership and advocate for animal welfare. We are the only no kill shelter in St. Charles County and rely completely on private support. We rescue and find homes for hundreds of dogs and cats every year. In addition …

Sunday, October 21, 2012

Pet of the Week: Meet Ozzie

Ozzie is available from Five Acres Animal Shelter.

In honor of Red October, this week’s pet of the week is Ozzie. He is an 8-year-old sweet-natured cat. He enjoys playing or napping on top of things such as scratching posts and card board boxes. He also has a favorite toy, a bird on a string. He enjoys jumping and trying to catch it as it flies through the air, using his defensive talents (much like the baseball player he is named after). Ozzie is a favorite among the FIV felines at Five Acres animal shelter. He is patiently waiting for his forever home. Stop in and visit Ozzie anytime Tuesday through Friday 2-6pm or Saturday and Sunday noon-6pm. He’s a winner! Five Acres Animal Shelter is a 501c3 nonprofit organization located in St. Charles. Our mission is to end pet homelessness, …

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