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April 11 is National Pet Day: Add Your Pet Photo

Share photos of your pet and learn about where to adopt an animal in McHenry County.

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Thursday, April 11 marks National Pet Day—a day to celebrate the happiness that animals can bring as a part of your family.

  • Share photos of your pet by adding them to this article

National Pet Day was founded by Colleen Paige to not only appreciate our four-legged friends, but to create awareness about the thousands of animals waiting for forever homes in shelters across the country.

If you are interested in adopting a pet, contact one of the area animal shelters:

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Animal House Shelter

Helping Paws Animal Shelter Home

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Fur Keeps Animal Rescue

Animal House Shelter

Illinois Doberman Rescue

Hooved Animal Rescue and Protection Society

If you know of other nearby rescue organizations or shelters, please let us know in the comments section.

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