Rescuing & Adopting Animals
Since 1983
"A voice for those who cannot speak for themselves"
807 Stewart Road P.O. Box 53 Benld IL 62009-0053
Phone: 217.835.2538 Fax: 217.835.2537 E-Mail: aap1@frontiernet.net
Open daily 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
(by appointment)
Welcome to the Benld Adopt-A-Pet website. We hope that you will be a frequent visitor here, and that perhaps you may find that special pet to share your life with. Please contact us if we may assist you in any way.
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For comments or questions about this website,
or if you are having technical difficulties, please contact the
Editor Bill Castagno by clicking on the following link, or by calling 217.891.0502
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Quote of the Day . . .
"Dogs are miracles with paws."
- Susan Kennedy
- Susan Kennedy
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Today at Benld Adopt-A-Pet ...
Wednesday, August 5, 2020
Adoption hours are from 1-5 p.m., every day, by appointment only. We have a number of fine dogs and cats to choose from. For more information call us at 217.835.2538, or fax us at 217.835.2537.
Wednesday, August 5, 2020
Adoption hours are from 1-5 p.m., every day, by appointment only. We have a number of fine dogs and cats to choose from. For more information call us at 217.835.2538, or fax us at 217.835.2537.
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To Save a Kitten
Friday afternoon, the Shelter office manager did not get to go home as planned. Instead, she drove an injured kitten towards Springfield. She was met partway by our acting Shelter Director, who then took the kitten to the Animal Emergency Clinic in Springfield IL.
The kitten had been brought to the Benld shelter that afternoon. She had been found in the middle of a road by Lake Lou Yaeger in Litchfield. A lady stopped to check and move what she thought was a dead kitten. She found 2 kittens; one was deceased and the second alive but severely injured. She wrapped up the injured kitten and brought it to the shelter looking for help.
We decided that bringing the kitten to Springfield was the only option as the local animal hospitals were closing for the night. The kitten's mouth was bleeding, her jaw appeared broken, and a back leg was shattered with bone exposed. They could not hear her lung sounds at the shelter because the kitten would not stop purring. We had to take a chance that the Doctors at the Animal Emergency Clinic could help her, or, if not, to at least help her pass away free of pain and fear. Little kitten LouAnne spent the weekend at the Emergency Clinic on antibiotics and fluids. She was even able to eat a little.
Monday morning LouAnne will go to Coble Animal Hospital. The plan is to amputate her shattered leg and stabilize her jaw. If she gets through this, she will likely need a couple additional surgeries to repair her jaw as she grows. This will be costly for us (a couple thousand dollars total), but LouAnne's purrs told us that she thought we would help her. And we will as much as we can.
If you would like to donate to help LouAnne you can send a donation of any amount to the shelter (P.O. Box 53, Benld IL 62009), donate at the link below, or directly to The Animal Emergency Vet Clinic (217-698-0870), or Coble Animal Hospital (217-789-4200) for LouAnne Kitten. We will post an update when we have news.
The kitten had been brought to the Benld shelter that afternoon. She had been found in the middle of a road by Lake Lou Yaeger in Litchfield. A lady stopped to check and move what she thought was a dead kitten. She found 2 kittens; one was deceased and the second alive but severely injured. She wrapped up the injured kitten and brought it to the shelter looking for help.
We decided that bringing the kitten to Springfield was the only option as the local animal hospitals were closing for the night. The kitten's mouth was bleeding, her jaw appeared broken, and a back leg was shattered with bone exposed. They could not hear her lung sounds at the shelter because the kitten would not stop purring. We had to take a chance that the Doctors at the Animal Emergency Clinic could help her, or, if not, to at least help her pass away free of pain and fear. Little kitten LouAnne spent the weekend at the Emergency Clinic on antibiotics and fluids. She was even able to eat a little.
Monday morning LouAnne will go to Coble Animal Hospital. The plan is to amputate her shattered leg and stabilize her jaw. If she gets through this, she will likely need a couple additional surgeries to repair her jaw as she grows. This will be costly for us (a couple thousand dollars total), but LouAnne's purrs told us that she thought we would help her. And we will as much as we can.
If you would like to donate to help LouAnne you can send a donation of any amount to the shelter (P.O. Box 53, Benld IL 62009), donate at the link below, or directly to The Animal Emergency Vet Clinic (217-698-0870), or Coble Animal Hospital (217-789-4200) for LouAnne Kitten. We will post an update when we have news.
Update: LouAnne kitten made it through her first surgery, and is already eating and scampering about. She is one gutsy little trooper and, with the love and support of people like you, she should have a bright future ahead of her.
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The Clear the Shelters Fund will be live to the public this SATURDAY, August 1, 2020, with $100,000 in matching funds available the first week. August 1 - August 9th, funds raised will be matched dollar-for-dollar, with a cap of $10K in matching funds per group for the first week. Matching funds will be paid out at the beginning of September along with all funds raised throughout the campaign. The matching campaign for this week starts at 12am PT on 8/1.
Here is our unique link that will take you right to Benld Adopt-A-Pet's donation page:
Click Donation Page Link Below:
https://give.greatergood.org/give/274668/#!/donation/checkout?designation=141139&utm_source=ggo-cts-shelter-partner&utm_medium=ggo-ggopartner&utm_campaign=clear-the-shelters-fund
Here is our unique link that will take you right to Benld Adopt-A-Pet's donation page:
Click Donation Page Link Below:
https://give.greatergood.org/give/274668/#!/donation/checkout?designation=141139&utm_source=ggo-cts-shelter-partner&utm_medium=ggo-ggopartner&utm_campaign=clear-the-shelters-fund
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SHELTER UPDATE
July 8, 2020
If you wish to adopt or bring in an animal, or come to the shelter for any reason, you should first call 217.835.2538 for an appointment. All inquiries relative to animals should also be directed to that number. If you do not receive an answer, leave your name, number, and reason for calling, and someone will return your call as soon as possible. Please speak slowly and clearly when leaving us a message. Anyone coming to the shelter must wear a mask — for your protection — as well as ours. Adoption hours are from 1-5 p.m., 7 days a week.
Animals currently available for adoption at the shelter may be viewed on our website at www.benldadoptapet.org . You may download an application ahead of time by going to our “Adoptable Cats” or “Adoptable Dogs” pages, and clicking on “Application for Adoption”. Our website does not support autofill (filling out an application on-line), so you will need to fill it out manually, then fax, e-mail, mail via USPS, or bring it to the shelter with you.
Our mobile animal adoptions remain suspended at present, and our cat condos at Petco in Springfield also remain closed. At this time we are uncertain when they may resume or reopen, but will publicize this information as soon as it becomes available. These are difficult times for us as, though our needs remain constant, we will likely not be holding any public fundraisers or events in the foreseeable future. That is why we need your support now more than ever, in order that we may continue rescuing, rehabilitating and placing abused and abandoned animals in good loving homes.
Our greatest need remains for cash donations to allow us to continue paying our day to day operating expenses. Also, a list of needed supplies (updated daily) can be found on our website at www.benldadoptapet.org and Facebook page at facebook.com/benldadoptapet/ . You may arrange to have supplies sent directly to the shelter by placing your order through chewy.com . If you have any questions or concerns regarding anything of a general nature, please call 217.891.0502.
Thank you for your continued support!
Board of Directors
Benld Adopt-A-Pet
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ALL DONATIONS ARE GREATLY APPRECIATED!
You can download this form by clicking on the blue "DONATE" button below.
You can download this form by clicking on the blue "DONATE" button below.
Note: If you cannot download the form, please call 217.891.0502 for assistance.
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What's new on our website ...
Go to our "Adoptable Dogs" page to see our newest additions, Jake, Kodiak, Paris, Tiny and Tubby ... 08/04/2020
See the new Dillon, following his makeover in a foster home ... on our "Adoptable Cats" page ... 05/28/2020
Our Cat Condo's at Petco in Springfield are temporarily closed, however we have a number of great cats available at our shelter ... Call 217.835.2538 for more information ... 07/28/20
See this week's featured pets ... Dillon & Sugar Plum on our "Adoptions" page ... 08/03/20
Go to our "Adoptable Dogs" page to see our newest additions, Jake, Kodiak, Paris, Tiny and Tubby ... 08/04/2020
See the new Dillon, following his makeover in a foster home ... on our "Adoptable Cats" page ... 05/28/2020
Our Cat Condo's at Petco in Springfield are temporarily closed, however we have a number of great cats available at our shelter ... Call 217.835.2538 for more information ... 07/28/20
See this week's featured pets ... Dillon & Sugar Plum on our "Adoptions" page ... 08/03/20
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You can now donate food and needed supplies
(see below) directly through chewy.com
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New Chewy customers can designate BAAP to receive a donation as their charity of choice.
(see below) directly through chewy.com
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New Chewy customers can designate BAAP to receive a donation as their charity of choice.
As of 08/05/2020 we especially need the items in red text below --
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Purina Small Dog Complete
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Purina Kitten Chow - Need this URGENTLY!
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Purina Cat Food Complete
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* We need these specific varieties of Small Bites Dry Dog Food: Purina One Small Brand Lamb & Rice, Purina Dog Chow Small Bites Chicken, or Pedigree Small Dog Chicken.
Kitten Pate can food (Need not be this brand, just so it is Kitten) We have many kittens at present, and need this badly!
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The gloves shown above work best; small & medium. (The clear thin ones tend to rip apart.)
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The type & size (45-50 gal) of can liners shown above are what we need, though we will accept others.
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Clorox is good, but any brand of disinfectant wipes are acceptable.
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Bleach, Liquid, any brand will do. We are nearly out of this.
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Laundry Detergent, Liquid, any brand, but we prefer the heavy duty - Need this badly.
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Tidy Cat Non Clumping Cat Litter. We need this URGENTLY!!!
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Paper Towels, any brand.
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Dog & Cat Toys - or unused stuffed animals.
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91% Isopropyl Alcohol.
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We can also use First Class Forever stamps, and Casey's Gas Gift Cards in any amount really help us save on fuel costs, what with our vehicles being driven many miles per month picking up and transporting animals to adoptions, hospitals, other facilities, etc.
Please! No open containers of cat or dog food or cat litter. Please call 217.835.2538 to let us know when you are coming, knock on the office door when you arrive, and we will have someone assist you.
Thank you!
Thank you!
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Picture of the Week
Wilson, a 11 year old Jack Russell Terrier, is cute, curious and courageous. He is also blind, though he doesn't seem to realize it, and it doesn't stop him from doing what he wants, including climbing stairs or digging for critters under sheds. He is very friendly and loves being with people. His motto might well be that old Beach Boys song, "I get around". He needs an inside home with a securely fenced yard to play in with his adopted family. For more about Wilson, please go to our "Adoptable Dogs" page. If you are interested in adopting him, please call 217.835.2538. 07/26/2020
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Did you know that --
Puppies are cutest at eight weeks old.
A study published at Anthrozoos: A Multidisciplinary Journal of the interactions of People and Animals in 2018 found that a puppy's cuteness, as perceived by human subjects, peaks at around eight weeks -- which is about the same time that their mothers finish weaning them.
Puppies are cutest at eight weeks old.
A study published at Anthrozoos: A Multidisciplinary Journal of the interactions of People and Animals in 2018 found that a puppy's cuteness, as perceived by human subjects, peaks at around eight weeks -- which is about the same time that their mothers finish weaning them.
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To see how you can help the Shelter Animals, please go
to our "Donations" page.
to our "Donations" page.
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Turn your house into a home ...
adopt a shelter dog or cat!
adopt a shelter dog or cat!
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Directions to the shelter:
From I-55 take Exit 44 - this is Illinois Route 138. Drive west on Route 138 for 2.6 miles, passing immediately through White City. When you see the sign for Sawyerville, take the next right turn - this is marked "Stewart Road", and there is also a bright blue IDOT "Macoupin County Adopt-A-Pet" sign. The shelter is directly ahead on the right - 807 Stewart Road. (Sketch below not to scale.)
From I-55 take Exit 44 - this is Illinois Route 138. Drive west on Route 138 for 2.6 miles, passing immediately through White City. When you see the sign for Sawyerville, take the next right turn - this is marked "Stewart Road", and there is also a bright blue IDOT "Macoupin County Adopt-A-Pet" sign. The shelter is directly ahead on the right - 807 Stewart Road. (Sketch below not to scale.)
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CONTACT US...
If you have any questions or comments about this website, or about membership in BAAP, please contact Bill Castagno at:
217.965.4149 or 217.891.0502, or at: bigaho@royell.org
If you would like to consider becoming a volunteer, please contact
Carol Richards at 217.494.4927, or at: mmarla38@aol.com
For all other matters, including to adopt or bring in an animal,
please contact the shelter at:
Phone: 217.835.2538
Fax: 217.835.2537
E-Mail: aap1@frontiernet.net
Thank You!
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If you have any questions or comments about this website, or about membership in BAAP, please contact Bill Castagno at:
217.965.4149 or 217.891.0502, or at: bigaho@royell.org
If you would like to consider becoming a volunteer, please contact
Carol Richards at 217.494.4927, or at: mmarla38@aol.com
For all other matters, including to adopt or bring in an animal,
please contact the shelter at:
Phone: 217.835.2538
Fax: 217.835.2537
E-Mail: aap1@frontiernet.net
Thank You!
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Support BAAP by becoming a member!
Note: Alternatively, if you are unable to download the file in PDF, you can click on it and save it to your desktop as a JPEG file.
After completing your application please mail it, along with check, to:
Benld Adopt-A-Pet
P.O. Box 6162
Springfield IL 62708-6162
Benld Adopt-A-Pet
P.O. Box 6162
Springfield IL 62708-6162
Thank You!
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If you love your pet --
DO NOT LEAVE THEM ALONE IN YOUR CAR!
YOU NEVER KNOW WHAT MIGHT HAPPEN!
You may think "I'll only be gone a few minutes", but you may wind up being detained for some reason or another, and besides, in just a few minutes your car and/or your pet may be gone. So be safe and --
NEVER LEAVE YOUR PET ALONE IN A CAR!
DO NOT LEAVE THEM ALONE IN YOUR CAR!
YOU NEVER KNOW WHAT MIGHT HAPPEN!
You may think "I'll only be gone a few minutes", but you may wind up being detained for some reason or another, and besides, in just a few minutes your car and/or your pet may be gone. So be safe and --
NEVER LEAVE YOUR PET ALONE IN A CAR!
...LOST & FOUND PETS...
Please go to "Lost & Found Pets" page for
our current listing of lost & found animals.
If your pet has gone missing, and you would like to have it listed on our
"Lost & Found Pets" page, please contact Bill Castagno as below:
Phone: 217.965.4149 or 217.891.0502 E-Mail: bigaho@royell.org
We would also appreciate being informed when your pet is recovered
in order that we might keep our listings current. Thank you
Please go to "Lost & Found Pets" page for
our current listing of lost & found animals.
If your pet has gone missing, and you would like to have it listed on our
"Lost & Found Pets" page, please contact Bill Castagno as below:
Phone: 217.965.4149 or 217.891.0502 E-Mail: bigaho@royell.org
We would also appreciate being informed when your pet is recovered
in order that we might keep our listings current. Thank you
PROTECT YOUR PETS!
People are urged not to leave their dogs unattended for even a few minutes in their yard or any public place. Even dogs in fenced yards with locked gates are at risk, so keep a really close eye on your pet and, if you notice any suspicious persons or vehicles in the area, call your local law enforcement agency immediately. And, though we would never advocate violence, the law does allow for homeowners to protect their property ... including their pets ... by any means necessary.
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Howdy! I'm Katie your
friendly Mascot!
Katie, our Benld Adopt-A-Pet Sheltie mascot, at a mobile adoption held at the Springfield Petco store on South Veterans Parkway.
Katie is a friendly, though somewhat shy, gal until she gets to know you.
She serves as the shelter's ambassador by visiting area schools, nursing homes, etc., and encouraging people to treat all animals with dignity and respect; and she also helps raise funds for the shelter at our mobile adoptions.
Katie is a friendly, though somewhat shy, gal until she gets to know you.
She serves as the shelter's ambassador by visiting area schools, nursing homes, etc., and encouraging people to treat all animals with dignity and respect; and she also helps raise funds for the shelter at our mobile adoptions.