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 . . .
"I believe cats to be spirits come to earth. A cat, I am sure, could walk on a cloud without coming through."
- Jules Verne
- Jules Verne
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Malcolm sends his thanks ...
PUPDATE! Malcom was able to be released yesterday evening, however he is not out of the woods just yet! Malcom will be staying in a foster home where he can be kept very quiet and calm (As quiet and calm as a puppy can be!). He has to be monitored when he eats or drinks to be sure he is taking it slowly and has no issues swallowing. He has a supply of pain medications and antibiotics. Thanks to everyone for your donations and concern. Malcom and all of us at the shelter sincerely appreciate all that each and everyone one of you has done!
Little Malcom and his littermates are chihuahua/beagle mix pups, born this past July. The shelter staff have been paying close attention to little Malcom since he is the runt of the litter and much smaller than the others. This past Sunday Malcom had difficulty breathing and our Acting Shelter Director rushed him to Hawthorne Animal Hospital in Glen Carbon IL for evaluation and possible treatment.
Malcom has aspiration pneumonia (seems to have vomited, and inhaled some of the vomit into his airway). He had been kept in an oxygen tent and Dr. Hubbard and his staff x-rayed Malcom several times to keep an eye on his lungs.
Malcom has received round-the-clock emergency veterinary care at Hawthorne Animal Hospital, which will be costly (but worth it 💜 !!!). Any donations towards Malcom's medical expenses will be greatly appreciated. Donations may be made to the shelter, or through our "Donate" button below.
Thank you everyone and we will keep you updated on Malcom's progress💜
Though Malcolm is now recovering, there are other animals at the shelter in need of extensive medical care. If you would like to contribute to help these animals, you may donate by clicking on the link below. Thank YOU!
To donate by credit card or through PayPal, click on button below.
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We need bedding to keep
our dogs warm this winter!
our dogs warm this winter!
While all our dogs are kept indoors in heated quarters, we still need blankets, bedspreads and comforters for them to snuggle up in. If you have any old bedding that you would care to donate to the animals, you may bring it to the shelter at 807 Stewart Road in Benld, between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Questions? Call 217.835.2538. Thank you!
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SHELTER UPDATE
August 25, 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 (217.835.2537), e-mail, mail via USPS, or bring it to the shelter with you.
Our mobile animal adoptions remain suspended, however our cat condos at Petco in Springfield are now open. At this time we are uncertain when our mobile adoptions may resume, but will publicize this information as soon as it becomes available. These are difficult times for us and 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 "Alumni" page to see how Randall has been transformed from a shy, scared little dog, to a happy, confident guy ... 10/03/2020
Reagan is finally in his forever home ... See "Success Stories" ... 10/03/2020
Grumpy & Samuel are currently at our Petco Cat Condos in Springfield. We also have a large number of cats and kittens available at our shelter ... Call 217.835.2538 for more information ... 11/20/2020
Read how Wilson is adjusting to life in his new forever home on our "Alumni" page ... 08/17/2020
See this week's featured pets ... Scorpio & Necko on our "Adoptions" page ... 11/23/2020
Go to our "Alumni" page to see how Randall has been transformed from a shy, scared little dog, to a happy, confident guy ... 10/03/2020
Reagan is finally in his forever home ... See "Success Stories" ... 10/03/2020
Grumpy & Samuel are currently at our Petco Cat Condos in Springfield. We also have a large number of cats and kittens available at our shelter ... Call 217.835.2538 for more information ... 11/20/2020
Read how Wilson is adjusting to life in his new forever home on our "Alumni" page ... 08/17/2020
See this week's featured pets ... Scorpio & Necko on our "Adoptions" page ... 11/23/2020
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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.
Please help us!
As of 11/25/2020, due to the continued large number of animals at our shelter, we still badly need
the items as indicated below.
Please help us if you can.
Thank YOU!
(If you have any questions, please call us at: 217.835.2538 or 217.891.0502)
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Pedigree Small Dog Chicken. We need this very badly!
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Purina Small Bites Dog Chow.
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Purina Puppy Chow Complete. Need badly.
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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.
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Kitten Pate can food (need not be this brand, just so it is Kitten). We have many kittens and need this badly!
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Purina Cat Chow Complete.
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Purina Kitten Chow Complete. We need this badly, as we have a lot of kittens.
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Trash Bags, 13 gallon
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Dawn Dishwashing Detergent
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The gloves shown above work best; need 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 is okay.
WE HAVE A CRITICAL NEED FOR THESE!!! |
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Bleach, Liquid, any brand will do. We need this badly!
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Laundry Detergent HE, Liquid, any brand. Need this badly.
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Tidy Cat Non Clumping Cat Litter
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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.
Thank you!
Thank you!
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Picture of the Week
Diesel, a three month old Blue Heeler/Coonhound mix puppy and his siblings are anxiously waiting to go to their new homes. The owner had an unplanned litter and couldn't afford to keep them all, so relinquished them to the shelter. They needed a little extra TLC when they arrived, but they are all thriving, plump and energetic little guys and gals now. They are very happy, active puppies though still babies, so they will need a lot of time and attention. They are looking for an inside home with a fenced in yard to safely play with their new families. They have been spayed/neutered, vaccinated, wormed, and micro-chipped, and are ready to find their forever homes and families. If you are interested in adopting Diesel or one of his siblings, please call 217.835.2538.
ADOPTED: 11/01/2020
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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.