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.
(or 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, please contact
the editor by clicking on the following link, or calling 217.891.0502.
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We're happy to report that Nora has been found and is now safely back in her home. Thank you all. 11/14/19
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Thanks to all who have donated recently, though we still have need of the following:
Pedigree Canned Dog Food Ground, Pedigree Puppy Chow, Little Cesar Classic Poultry flavors, Purina Cat Chow Indoor Complete, Purina One Dry Cat Food, Heavy Duty Laundry Detergent and 55 gallon trash liners.
We can also really use First Class Forever stamps, and Casey's Gas Gift Cards in any amount.
Donations may be dropped off at the shelter, 807 Stewart Road, in Benld, between 8 a.m. & 5 p.m., 7 days a week. Those in the Virden-Thayer area, may call 217.891.0502 . Thank you! 11.12.19
Pedigree Canned Dog Food Ground, Pedigree Puppy Chow, Little Cesar Classic Poultry flavors, Purina Cat Chow Indoor Complete, Purina One Dry Cat Food, Heavy Duty Laundry Detergent and 55 gallon trash liners.
We can also really use First Class Forever stamps, and Casey's Gas Gift Cards in any amount.
Donations may be dropped off at the shelter, 807 Stewart Road, in Benld, between 8 a.m. & 5 p.m., 7 days a week. Those in the Virden-Thayer area, may call 217.891.0502 . Thank you! 11.12.19
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Picture of the Week
Odie, a young Wire Haired Terrier, was adopted at one of our mobile adoptions at PetSmart in Springfield recently, and a couple of days later his new "mom" came to the shelter to take him to his new home. As you can see above, Odie could hardly contain himself. 11/02/2019
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Quote of the Day ...
"I have realized that when you rescue your pet from a shelter, it is the most amazing feeling in the world how this animal changes your life by giving it a better one."
-- Zak Bagans
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Our 2020 Pet Shelter Calendar is now on sale and all proceeds go towards funding the operation of our non-profit, no-kill animal shelter. All animals depicted in this calendar were, or are, residents of our shelter.
Calendars are available at our shelter, 807 Stewart Road, Benld IL, or at BAAP, PO Box 6162, Springfield IL 62708-6162 (or call 217.494.4927). In the Virden-Thayer area, you may also call 217.891.0502.
Calendars are $10 each "over the counter", and $12 each by mail (to cover postage and shipping).
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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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Today at Benld Adopt-A-Pet ...
Friday, November 15, 2019
There will be a meeting of the Board of Directors at 1 p.m. at the shelter.
Adoption hours are from 1-5 p.m., every day. We have a number of fine dogs and cats to choose from. For more information call us at 217.835.2538.
Friday, November 15, 2019
There will be a meeting of the Board of Directors at 1 p.m. at the shelter.
Adoption hours are from 1-5 p.m., every day. We have a number of fine dogs and cats to choose from. For more information call us at 217.835.2538.
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Employment Opportunities
11.14.19
11.14.19
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Benld Adopt-A-Pet is looking for Animal Care Workers, full time or part time. Must be at least 18 years of age, be comfortable working around animals and posses a valid drivers license.
If interested, call 217.835.2538, and ask for Vicki, or apply in person at 807 Stewart Road, Benld IL, between the hours of 8 a.m. and 4 p.m.
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Benld Adopt-A-Pet is looking for a Maintenance Worker, full time or part time. Must be at least 18 years of age and posses a valid drivers license.
If interested, call 217.835.2538, and ask for Vicki, or apply in person at 807 Stewart Road, Benld IL, between the hours of 8 a.m. and 4 p.m.
If interested, call 217.835.2538, and ask for Vicki, or apply in person at 807 Stewart Road, Benld IL, between the hours of 8 a.m. and 4 p.m.
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Benld Adopt-A-Pet is looking for a Maintenance Worker, full time or part time. Must be at least 18 years of age and posses a valid drivers license.
If interested, call 217.835.2538, and ask for Vicki, or apply in person at 807 Stewart Road, Benld IL, between the hours of 8 a.m. and 4 p.m.
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WE NEED VOLUNTEERS
11.04.19
As we continue trying to recruit enough qualified employees to operate our shelter, we could really use some dedicated volunteers to help fill the gaps. If you are at least 18 years of age, and enjoy being around cats and dogs, please contact Vicki at 217.835.2538, or apply in person at 807 Stewart Road, Benld IL, between the hours of 8 a.m. and 4 p.m.
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11.04.19
As we continue trying to recruit enough qualified employees to operate our shelter, we could really use some dedicated volunteers to help fill the gaps. If you are at least 18 years of age, and enjoy being around cats and dogs, please contact Vicki at 217.835.2538, or apply in person at 807 Stewart Road, Benld IL, between the hours of 8 a.m. and 4 p.m.
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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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What's new on our website ...
For the latest on how Aztec is doing, please go to our "Alumi" page ... 09/18/19
New additions to our "Adoptable Dogs" page include Corky, Cricket & Kuru ... 11/11/19
Autumn, Bubblegum, Mac, Passion, & Turtle are now at our Petco Cat Condos in Springfield, ready to go to their forever homes. We also have a large number of cats available at our shelter. Call 217.835.2538 for more information ... 11/13/19
See this week's featured pets ... Samuel and Reginald on our "Adoptions" page ... 11/11/19
For the latest on how Aztec is doing, please go to our "Alumi" page ... 09/18/19
New additions to our "Adoptable Dogs" page include Corky, Cricket & Kuru ... 11/11/19
Autumn, Bubblegum, Mac, Passion, & Turtle are now at our Petco Cat Condos in Springfield, ready to go to their forever homes. We also have a large number of cats available at our shelter. Call 217.835.2538 for more information ... 11/13/19
See this week's featured pets ... Samuel and Reginald on our "Adoptions" page ... 11/11/19
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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!
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.