Adoptions
To adopt you must live within approximately 100 miles of one of our adoption sites (Benld, O'Fallon or Springfield IL), and be at least 18 years of age. We require that you be physically present to make the final adoption arrangements. We also require that all cats be kept indoors, and that all dogs be kept in a fenced-in yard, secure pen, or indoors. Failure to comply with any of these requirements may constitute grounds for us to take back the adopted animal.
Adoption Fees:
All pets have been spayed/neutered, are up to date with shots/vaccinations, and have been micro-chipped. If you have any questions about the animals, or want to know more about the shelter, please call us at 217.835.2538.
Mobile Adoption Information:
NOTE: All times are 12 noon until 4:00 pm, unless announced otherwise.
For more information about mobile adoptions, please contact the shelter at 217.835.2538, or you may contact the participating stores:
NOTE: From time to time BAAP holds special adoptions at other locations. When such events are scheduled we will post that information below.
Should it be necessary to cancel an adoption due to potentially hazardous weather, or due to a conflict in the schedule, we will strive to post that information as soon as possible.
We suggest that you check this page for the latest information before traveling to one of our mobile adoptions.
Adoption Fees:
- Cats $50
- Kittens $60
- Dogs $75
- Puppies (under 6 months) $125
All pets have been spayed/neutered, are up to date with shots/vaccinations, and have been micro-chipped. If you have any questions about the animals, or want to know more about the shelter, please call us at 217.835.2538.
Mobile Adoption Information:
- 1st Saturday - Petco - Springfield
- 1st Sunday - PetSmart - O'Fallon
- 2nd Saturday - To be determined monthly
- 2nd Sunday - To be determined monthly
- 3rd Saturday - PetSmart - Springfield
- 3rd Sunday - Petco - Springfield
- 4th Saturday - PetSmart - O'Fallon
- 4th Sunday - PetSmart - Springfield
- 5th Saturday - To be determined monthly
- 5th Sunday - To be determined monthly
NOTE: All times are 12 noon until 4:00 pm, unless announced otherwise.
For more information about mobile adoptions, please contact the shelter at 217.835.2538, or you may contact the participating stores:
- Petco, 2721 S Veterans Pkwy, Springfield IL 62704 - Phone 217.793.7387
- PetSmart, 3183 S Veterans Pkwy, Springfield IL 62704 - Phone 217.698.3091
- PetSmart, 1570 W US Highway 50, O'Fallon IL - Phone 618.624.4484
NOTE: From time to time BAAP holds special adoptions at other locations. When such events are scheduled we will post that information below.
Should it be necessary to cancel an adoption due to potentially hazardous weather, or due to a conflict in the schedule, we will strive to post that information as soon as possible.
We suggest that you check this page for the latest information before traveling to one of our mobile adoptions.
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Featured Pets of the Week ...
Posted: 02/10/2020
Dillon
Code: 1195C
Breed: Domestic Short Hair
Approximate Date of Birth: 07/23/2012
Sex: Male
Size: Large
Color: White & Orange
Note: FIV POSITIVE
House-trained: Unknown
Good with Dogs: Unknown
Good with Cats: Unknown
Good with Children: Unknown
Posted: 01/24/2014
Profile Updated: 02/19/2017
Photo Updated: 08/26/2018
Comments: Dillon was found as a stray before being brought to the shelter, and so not a great deal is known about him except that he is FIV Positive, which means that he MUST be in a home with no other cats and NEVER allowed to go outside. This isn't so bad as it sounds providing he goes to a loving household... such as yours?
Code: 1195C
Breed: Domestic Short Hair
Approximate Date of Birth: 07/23/2012
Sex: Male
Size: Large
Color: White & Orange
Note: FIV POSITIVE
House-trained: Unknown
Good with Dogs: Unknown
Good with Cats: Unknown
Good with Children: Unknown
Posted: 01/24/2014
Profile Updated: 02/19/2017
Photo Updated: 08/26/2018
Comments: Dillon was found as a stray before being brought to the shelter, and so not a great deal is known about him except that he is FIV Positive, which means that he MUST be in a home with no other cats and NEVER allowed to go outside. This isn't so bad as it sounds providing he goes to a loving household... such as yours?
Mason
Code: 2199
Breed: Coonhound
Approximate Date of Birth: 05/15/2014
Sex: Male
Size: Large
Color: Black & Brown
House-trained: Unknown
Good with Dogs: Unknown
Good with Cats: Unknown
Good with Children: Unknown
Posted: 11/14/2017
Profile Edited: 02/10/2020
Comments: Mason is at the shelter because his owner moved overseas and couldn't take him along. He is a very intelligent boy, who enjoys spending time with his people. He is wary of strangers and is an excellent guard dog, who is protective of his owners and their property. When Mason is out in public, or at other homes, he is somewhat less protective of them. He has had a minor "bite event" in his past. He had somehow gotten out of the yard and, when someone he didn't know tried to take him back home, he nipped them on the ankle. Mason has had some extensive training, and he knows several voice commands and key words, though he could benefit from some further training. Mason is looking for a cozy inside home and a large securely fenced yard is a must, along with an owner who is very loving, caring and understanding of his needs.
Code: 2199
Breed: Coonhound
Approximate Date of Birth: 05/15/2014
Sex: Male
Size: Large
Color: Black & Brown
House-trained: Unknown
Good with Dogs: Unknown
Good with Cats: Unknown
Good with Children: Unknown
Posted: 11/14/2017
Profile Edited: 02/10/2020
Comments: Mason is at the shelter because his owner moved overseas and couldn't take him along. He is a very intelligent boy, who enjoys spending time with his people. He is wary of strangers and is an excellent guard dog, who is protective of his owners and their property. When Mason is out in public, or at other homes, he is somewhat less protective of them. He has had a minor "bite event" in his past. He had somehow gotten out of the yard and, when someone he didn't know tried to take him back home, he nipped them on the ankle. Mason has had some extensive training, and he knows several voice commands and key words, though he could benefit from some further training. Mason is looking for a cozy inside home and a large securely fenced yard is a must, along with an owner who is very loving, caring and understanding of his needs.
If you would like to give Dillon or Mason a loving home, just pick up the phone and call 217.835.2538.
If no answer, please leave your name & number, and someone will get back to you.
If no answer, please leave your name & number, and someone will get back to you.
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Volunteers Needed!
We really need a few good volunteers to assist with our mobile pet adoptions. If you live in the vicinity of O'Fallon or Springfield IL, enjoy being around animals, and are at least 18 years of age, please call 217.494.4927 or 217.835.2538 for more information. 01/26/2020
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Coming Adoptions ...
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Benld Adopt-A-Pet will hold a pet adoption at ...
Petco
2127 S Veterans Parkway
Springfield IL
217.793.7387
Sunday, Feb 16th
11:00 - 2:30 p.m.
Petco
2127 S Veterans Parkway
Springfield IL
217.793.7387
Sunday, Feb 16th
11:00 - 2:30 p.m.
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Benld Adopt-A-Pet will hold a pet adoption at ...
PetSmart
1570 W US Highway 50
O'Fallon IL
618.624.4484
Saturday, Feb 22nd
12:00 noon to 3:00 p.m.
Benld Adopt-A-Pet will hold a pet adoption at ...
PetSmart
1570 W US Highway 50
O'Fallon IL
618.624.4484
Saturday, Feb 22nd
12:00 noon to 3:00 p.m.
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If you are looking to adopt a dog or cat, why not check out the many fine animals available at our shelter, or at one of our mobile adoptions in O'Fallon or Springfield. Our residents are eagerly standing by.
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Benld Adopt-A-Pet will hold a pet adoption at ...
PetSmart
3183 S Veterans Parkway
Springfield IL
217.698.3091
Sunday, Feb 23rd
12:00 noon to 3:00 p.m.
PetSmart
3183 S Veterans Parkway
Springfield IL
217.698.3091
Sunday, Feb 23rd
12:00 noon to 3:00 p.m.
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Benld Adopt-A-Pet will hold a pet adoption at ...
Petco
2721 S Veterans Parkway
Springfield IL
217.793.7387
Saturday, Mar 7th
12:00 noon to 3:00 p.m.
Petco
2721 S Veterans Parkway
Springfield IL
217.793.7387
Saturday, Mar 7th
12:00 noon to 3:00 p.m.
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