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Pet of the Week

  • A Smart Choice


    You don’t have to be brilliant to realize what a smart choice adopting Sheldon would be! He’s a strikingly handsome 6 month old long hair tabby.

    Meet him tonight (Wed 10/17) between 6 and 8 at the IVAR Shelter near Flying J, just south of I-80 in LaSalle. He’ll also be one of the adoptable pets at Baker Lake in Peru Sunday between 11 and 3 for the rescheduled Pet Fest 2012! IVAR’s shelter will be closed this Sunday (10/21).

    For information call IVAR at 815-224-0061.

    Monetary donations for medical care and building maintenance are always needed and appreciated. Please consider sending yours today to:

    Illinois Valley Animal Rescue
    P.O. Box 284
    Peru IL 61354


    10/17/2012

  • Not-So-Old Blue Eyes


    This young lady is a medium-sized shepherd mix with the most beautiful blue eyes! She’ll make a great family dog.

    Let Blue Eyes make your heart sing and meet more than 50 other dogs and over 100 cats looking for new homes Wednesday between 6 and 8pm and Sunday from 1 until 3pm at the Illinois Valley Animal Rescue Shelter, near Flying J in LaSalle. For information or an appointment, call 815-224-0061.

    Sunday 10/14: Petfest 2012: An IVAR Academy Awards at Baker Lake in Peru from 11am-3pm
    Food, vendors, music, pet & people photos (so bring yours!), kids games, prizes and more!
    1:00 Paw-rade Around the Lake
    1:45 Blessing of the Pets
    2:00 Memorial Balloon Launch


    10/10/2012

  • Armful of Roses


    Rosebud and Rose Petal are 2 tortoise-shell sisters. They’re 3-4 months old and as cute and cuddly as kittens can be! IVAR would prefer the sisters stay together and would even consider a special Buy-One-Get-One offer! Call 815-224-0061 for details or meet these sisters Rose tonight (Wednesday 10/3) between 6 and 8 at the Illinois Valley Animal Rescue Shelter near Flying J in LaSalle.

    Save your aluminum cans for IVAR! There’s a special area at the IVAR shelter for your drop-offs. IVAR gets a special rate from G & W Recycling and puts all the money back into animal care.

    You can also support IVAR by visiting IVAR: the Store on 8th and Peoria St. in the old Andy’s Pet Shop in Peru! They’re open Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday from 1-6 and Saturday 1-4 (hours subject to change).

    Monetary donations for medical care and building maintenance are always needed and appreciated. Please consider sending yours today to:

    Illinois Valley Animal Rescue
    P.O. Box 284
    Peru IL 61354


    10/3/2012

  • What a Pistol!


    Pistol is a sweet, senior Jack Russell Terrier. He’s about 10 years old, housebroken, neutered and in need of a forever home. Pistol is staying with a foster family for now. Please call 815-224-0061 or message Illinois Valley Animal Rescue through Facebook to set up a meeting.

    The IVAR Shelter is CLOSED Wednesday 9/26/12.

    IVAR needs canned dog food. Please drop your donation at the shelter near Flying J in LaSalle or IVAR-The Store at 8th and Peoria in Peru anytime.

    Monetary donations for medical care and building maintenance are always needed and appreciated. Please consider sending yours today to:

    Illinois Valley Animal Rescue
    P.O. Box 284
    Peru IL 61354


    9/26/2012

  • Squawk Box


    The Kahuna will be heard! Squawk Box is a young short-hair male who came to IVAR as an owner-surrender. He’s quite vocal, full of energy and ready to join your active family!

    Size up Squawk Box along with more than 100 other cats and over 50 dogs looking for new homes, Wednesday between 6 and 8pm and Sunday from 1 until 3pm at the Illinois Valley Animal Rescue Shelter, near Flying J in LaSalle. For information or an appointment, call 815-224-0061.

    Save your aluminum cans for IVAR! There’s a special area at the IVAR shelter for your drop-offs. IVAR gets a special rate from G & W Recycling and puts all the money back into animal care.

    You can also support IVAR by visiting IVAR: the Store on 8th and Peoria St. in the old Andy’s Pet Shop in Peru! They’re open Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday from 1-6 and Saturday 1-4 (hours subject to change).

    Monetary donations for medical care and building maintenance are always needed and appreciated. Please consider sending yours today to:

    Illinois Valley Animal Rescue
    P.O. Box 284
    Peru IL 61354


    9/19/2012

  • Bruno


    Bruno is a sweet, gentle year-old lab mix. He sits on-command, gives paw, is great on walks and will be a great addition to your family!

    Meet Bruno and more than 45 other dogs and over 100 cats looking for new homes are Wednesday between 6 and 8pm and Sunday from 1 until 3pm at the Illinois Valley Animal Rescue Shelter, near Flying J in LaSalle. For information or an appointment, call 815-224-0061.

    Monetary donations for medical care and building maintenance are always needed and appreciated. Please consider sending yours today to:

    Illinois Valley Animal Rescue
    P.O. Box 284
    Peru IL 61354


    9/12/2012

  • Pass the Popcorn!


    Popcorn is a handsome young male with beautiful blue eyes! He was a little shy when he came for his visit today, but will warm up and melt your heart like butter!

    Peruse Popcorn along with more than 100 other cats and over 60 dogs looking for new homes, Wednesday between 6 and 8pm and Sunday from 1 until 3pm at the Illinois Valley Animal Rescue Shelter, near Flying J in LaSalle. For information or an appointment, call 815-224-0061.

    Save your aluminum cans for IVAR! There’s a special area at the IVAR shelter for your drop-offs. IVAR gets a special rate from G & W Recycling and puts all the money back into animal care.

    You can also support IVAR by visiting IVAR: the Store on 8th and Peoria St. in the old Andy’s Pet Shop in Peru! They’re open Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday from 1-6 and Saturday 1-4 (hours subject to change).

    Monetary donations for medical care and building maintenance are always needed and appreciated. Please consider sending yours today to:

    Illinois Valley Animal Rescue
    P.O. Box 284
    Peru IL 61354


    9/5/2012

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Pet of the Week

  • A new best Buddy

    Buddy is a stray, found wandering along Plank Road in Peru. He’s an older cocker spaniel. His vision is impaired and he needs at least a temporary foster home ASAP. Are you the new buddy this Buddy needs? Call 815-224-0061.

    Meet more than 60 other dogs and over 100 cats looking for new homes Wednesday between 6 and 8pm and Sunday from 1 until 3 at the Illinois Valley Animal Rescue Shelter near Flying J in LaSalle. For information or an appointment call 815-224-0061.

    Monetary donations for medical care and building maintenance are always needed and appreciated. Please consider sending yours today to:

    Illinois Valley Animal Rescue
    P.O. Box 284
    Peru IL 61354


    4/11/2012

  • Irma’s da bomb!

    Irma is a 6 month old short-hair. She’s lively, loving, spayed and ready to make your home her new forever home.

    Meet Irma, along with more than 100 other cats and over 60 dogs looking for new homes Wednesday between 6 and 8pm and Sunday from 1 until 3pm at the Illinois Valley Animal Rescue Shelter, near Flying J in LaSalle. For information or an appointment, call 815-224-0061.

    Monetary donations for medical care and building maintenance are always needed and appreciated. Please consider sending yours today to:

    Illinois Valley Animal Rescue
    P.O. Box 284
    Peru IL 61354


    4/4/2012

  • Twin Poodle/Shiatsu mixes! Plus Big Auction this Saturday

    Meet little brothers Louie and Oscar! They’re 5 year old
    poodle-shiatsu mixes about 8-10 pounds. They’re really sweet and waiting for you to come adopt them! They don’t need to be adopted together, but it would be preferred. See Louie and Oscar and more than 60 other dogs and over 100 cats looking for new homes Wednesday between 6 and 8pm and Sunday from 1 until 3pm at the Illinois Valley Animal Rescue Shelter, near Flying J in LaSalle. For information or an appointment, call 815-224-0061 .

    Monetary donations for medical care and building maintenance are always needed and appreciated. Please consider sending yours today to:

    Illinois Valley Animal Rescue
    P.O. Box 284
    Peru IL 61354

    &

    Coming up THIS SATURDAY (March 31st) its the 13th Annual IVAR Building and Care Fund Auction with Miller Charitable Trust matching up to $15,000. They’ll have Live and Silent Auction items including Sports Equipment, Tools, Collectibles Gift Certificates, Jewelry and More. Saturday March 31st at Grand Bear Lodge from 5-9. Free admission. Food and Drinks available.


    3/28/2012

  • Meet Pine Cone!

    Pine Cone is a 6 month old fixed Male with Long Hair who got his name after being stuck in Pine Tree! Good thing he’s vocal, or he may still be up there! See Pine Cone and more than 60 other dogs and over 100 cats looking for new homes Wednesday between 6 and 8pm and Sunday from 1 until 3pm at the Illinois Valley Animal Rescue Shelter, near Flying J in LaSalle. For information or an appointment, call 815-224-0061 .

    Monetary donations for medical care and building maintenance are always needed and appreciated. Please consider sending yours today to:

    Illinois Valley Animal Rescue
    P.O. Box 284
    Peru IL 61354

    &

    Coming up Saturday March 31st its the 13th Annual IVAR Building and Care Fund Auction with Miller Charitable Trust matching up to $15,000. They’ll have Live and Silent Auction items including Sports
    Equipment, Tools, Collectibles Gift Certificates, Jewelry and More. Saturday March 31st at Grand Bear Lodge from 5-9. Free admission. Food and Drinks available.


    3/21/2012

  • Better than a Girl Scout Cookie!

    This Cookie is an older female terrier (8-10) whose owner could no longer care for her. She’s sweet and gentle and loves to cuddle!

    Catch Cookie and more than 60 other dogs, along with over 100 cats, looking for new homes Wednesday between 6 and 8pm and Sunday from 1 until 3 at the Illinois Valley Animal Rescue Shelter near Flying J in LaSalle. For information or an appointment call 815-224-0061.
    IVAR’s 13th Annual Building & Care Fund Auction is Saturday 3/31 5-9p at Grand Bear Lodge in Utica. This is their biggest fundraiser of the year, featuring live and silent auctions on many great items! Plan now to be there to get some great deals and support the IVAR mission.

    Monetary donations for medical care and building maintenance are always needed and appreciated. Please consider sending yours today to:

    Illinois Valley Animal Rescue
    P.O. Box 284
    Peru IL 61354


    3/14/2012

  • You may’ve seen me in the paper!

    Wallenda is the 6 month old kitten Ameren workers rescued from the top of a power pole in LaSalle last week. She’s settled down and is ready to “fly” to her forever home!

    Meet Wallenda and more than 100 other cats and over 60 dogs looking for new homes Wednesday between 6 and 8pm and Sunday from 1 until 3 at the Illinois Valley Animal Rescue Shelter near Flying J in LaSalle. For information or an appointment call 815-224-0061.
    Keep Saturday March 31st open for IVAR’s Annual Auction! More details coming soon.

    Monetary donations for medical care and building maintenance are always needed and appreciated. Please consider sending yours today to:

    Illinois Valley Animal Rescue
    P.O. Box 284
    Peru IL 61354


    3/7/2012

  • Back in Black

    Black (on the left) and Willey are brothers who’ve spent their entire lives together. Willey just got a new home through Illinois Valley Animal Rescue. Now it’s Black’s turn! He’s a young, boxer-lab mix who gets along great with kids and other dogs and will make a fantastic family pet.

    You can meet Black, along with more than 60 other dogs and over 100 cats looking for new homes Wednesday between 6 and 8pm and Sunday from 1 until 3 at the Illinois Valley Animal Rescue Shelter near Flying J in LaSalle. For information or an appointment call 815-224-0061.
    HyVee in Peru is hosting a special IVAR event Saturday and Sunday (3/3 & 3/4). Stop in between 10a & 2p to buy a pre-packaged bag of supplies for IVAR or hand-select from specially-marked items throughout the store.

    Monetary donations for medical care and building maintenance are always needed and appreciated. Please consider sending yours today to:

    Illinois Valley Animal Rescue
    P.O. Box 284
    Peru IL 61354


    2/29/2012

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Pet of the Week

  • A new best Buddy

    Buddy is a stray, found wandering along Plank Road in Peru. He’s an older cocker spaniel. His vision is impaired and he needs at least a temporary foster home ASAP. Are you the new buddy this Buddy needs? Call 815-224-0061.

    Meet more than 60 other dogs and over 100 cats looking for new homes Wednesday between 6 and 8pm and Sunday from 1 until 3 at the Illinois Valley Animal Rescue Shelter near Flying J in LaSalle. For information or an appointment call 815-224-0061.

    Monetary donations for medical care and building maintenance are always needed and appreciated. Please consider sending yours today to:

    Illinois Valley Animal Rescue
    P.O. Box 284
    Peru IL 61354


    4/11/2012

  • Irma’s da bomb!

    Irma is a 6 month old short-hair. She’s lively, loving, spayed and ready to make your home her new forever home.

    Meet Irma, along with more than 100 other cats and over 60 dogs looking for new homes Wednesday between 6 and 8pm and Sunday from 1 until 3pm at the Illinois Valley Animal Rescue Shelter, near Flying J in LaSalle. For information or an appointment, call 815-224-0061.

    Monetary donations for medical care and building maintenance are always needed and appreciated. Please consider sending yours today to:

    Illinois Valley Animal Rescue
    P.O. Box 284
    Peru IL 61354


    4/4/2012

  • Twin Poodle/Shiatsu mixes! Plus Big Auction this Saturday

    Meet little brothers Louie and Oscar! They’re 5 year old
    poodle-shiatsu mixes about 8-10 pounds. They’re really sweet and waiting for you to come adopt them! They don’t need to be adopted together, but it would be preferred. See Louie and Oscar and more than 60 other dogs and over 100 cats looking for new homes Wednesday between 6 and 8pm and Sunday from 1 until 3pm at the Illinois Valley Animal Rescue Shelter, near Flying J in LaSalle. For information or an appointment, call 815-224-0061 .

    Monetary donations for medical care and building maintenance are always needed and appreciated. Please consider sending yours today to:

    Illinois Valley Animal Rescue
    P.O. Box 284
    Peru IL 61354

    &

    Coming up THIS SATURDAY (March 31st) its the 13th Annual IVAR Building and Care Fund Auction with Miller Charitable Trust matching up to $15,000. They’ll have Live and Silent Auction items including Sports Equipment, Tools, Collectibles Gift Certificates, Jewelry and More. Saturday March 31st at Grand Bear Lodge from 5-9. Free admission. Food and Drinks available.


    3/28/2012

  • Meet Pine Cone!

    Pine Cone is a 6 month old fixed Male with Long Hair who got his name after being stuck in Pine Tree! Good thing he’s vocal, or he may still be up there! See Pine Cone and more than 60 other dogs and over 100 cats looking for new homes Wednesday between 6 and 8pm and Sunday from 1 until 3pm at the Illinois Valley Animal Rescue Shelter, near Flying J in LaSalle. For information or an appointment, call 815-224-0061 .

    Monetary donations for medical care and building maintenance are always needed and appreciated. Please consider sending yours today to:

    Illinois Valley Animal Rescue
    P.O. Box 284
    Peru IL 61354

    &

    Coming up Saturday March 31st its the 13th Annual IVAR Building and Care Fund Auction with Miller Charitable Trust matching up to $15,000. They’ll have Live and Silent Auction items including Sports
    Equipment, Tools, Collectibles Gift Certificates, Jewelry and More. Saturday March 31st at Grand Bear Lodge from 5-9. Free admission. Food and Drinks available.


    3/21/2012

  • Better than a Girl Scout Cookie!

    This Cookie is an older female terrier (8-10) whose owner could no longer care for her. She’s sweet and gentle and loves to cuddle!

    Catch Cookie and more than 60 other dogs, along with over 100 cats, looking for new homes Wednesday between 6 and 8pm and Sunday from 1 until 3 at the Illinois Valley Animal Rescue Shelter near Flying J in LaSalle. For information or an appointment call 815-224-0061.
    IVAR’s 13th Annual Building & Care Fund Auction is Saturday 3/31 5-9p at Grand Bear Lodge in Utica. This is their biggest fundraiser of the year, featuring live and silent auctions on many great items! Plan now to be there to get some great deals and support the IVAR mission.

    Monetary donations for medical care and building maintenance are always needed and appreciated. Please consider sending yours today to:

    Illinois Valley Animal Rescue
    P.O. Box 284
    Peru IL 61354


    3/14/2012

  • You may’ve seen me in the paper!

    Wallenda is the 6 month old kitten Ameren workers rescued from the top of a power pole in LaSalle last week. She’s settled down and is ready to “fly” to her forever home!

    Meet Wallenda and more than 100 other cats and over 60 dogs looking for new homes Wednesday between 6 and 8pm and Sunday from 1 until 3 at the Illinois Valley Animal Rescue Shelter near Flying J in LaSalle. For information or an appointment call 815-224-0061.
    Keep Saturday March 31st open for IVAR’s Annual Auction! More details coming soon.

    Monetary donations for medical care and building maintenance are always needed and appreciated. Please consider sending yours today to:

    Illinois Valley Animal Rescue
    P.O. Box 284
    Peru IL 61354


    3/7/2012

  • Back in Black

    Black (on the left) and Willey are brothers who’ve spent their entire lives together. Willey just got a new home through Illinois Valley Animal Rescue. Now it’s Black’s turn! He’s a young, boxer-lab mix who gets along great with kids and other dogs and will make a fantastic family pet.

    You can meet Black, along with more than 60 other dogs and over 100 cats looking for new homes Wednesday between 6 and 8pm and Sunday from 1 until 3 at the Illinois Valley Animal Rescue Shelter near Flying J in LaSalle. For information or an appointment call 815-224-0061.
    HyVee in Peru is hosting a special IVAR event Saturday and Sunday (3/3 & 3/4). Stop in between 10a & 2p to buy a pre-packaged bag of supplies for IVAR or hand-select from specially-marked items throughout the store.

    Monetary donations for medical care and building maintenance are always needed and appreciated. Please consider sending yours today to:

    Illinois Valley Animal Rescue
    P.O. Box 284
    Peru IL 61354


    2/29/2012

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Pet of the Week

  • Meet LeRoy!

    LeRoy is an adorable 3 year-old furball (said in the nicest sense)! He’s also Fixed and De-clawed, and for the next 2 weeks, you can see him at Petsmart in Peru! Just stop up there and talk to any of the Petsmart sales associates about going in to see him and then adopting!

    IVAR will be at the Illinois Valley Home Garden and Lifestyle show this weekend (Feb 25-26) at Celebrations 150 in LaSalle. And coming up March 31st, it’s the IVAR Auction! If you run a business and would like to donate items for the Auction, call IVAR at (815) 224-0061 and leave a message.

    To see more than 60 other dogs and over 100 cats looking for new homes Wednesday between 6 and 8pm and Sunday from 1 until 3pm at the Illinois Valley Animal Rescue Shelter, near Flying J in LaSalle.

    Monetary donations for medical care and building maintenance are always needed and appreciated. Please consider sending yours today to:

    Illinois Valley Animal Rescue
    P.O. Box 284
    Peru IL 61354


    2/22/2012

  • Patchez aimz to pleaze!

    This week’s Pet of the Week is Patchez! He’s a nice, well-mannered, 50-60 pound American Bulldog.

    Meet Patchez and more than 60 other dogs, along with over 100 cats looking for new homes Wednesday between 6 and 8pm and Sunday from 1 until 3 at the Illinois Valley Animal Rescue Shelter near Flying J in LaSalle. For information or an appointment call 815-224-0061.

    Get your groove on for IVAR Disco Night Saturday February 18th 7-11 at the Paramount Club on Route 351 in LaSalle. There’ll be a dance contest and if you wear your disco duds you could win the best dressed guy or gal award. Tickets are just $10 and all the money goes to support the great work IVAR does for pets and their people.

    Monetary donations for medical care and building maintenance are always needed and appreciated. Please consider sending yours today to:

    Illinois Valley Animal Rescue
    P.O. Box 284
    Peru IL 61354


    2/15/2012

  • Meet Shaz!

    This is Shaz, a short haired, orange tabby. He’s about a year and 1/2, is de-clawed and fixed. Gets along well with other cats, and as with any shelter pet, will deliver lots of affection

    Meet Shaz and more than 60 other dogs and over 100 cats looking for new homes Wednesday between 6 and 8pm and Sunday from 1 until 3pm at the Illinois Valley Animal Rescue Shelter, near Flying J in LaSalle. For information or an appointment, call 815-224-0061.

    This Saturday is a shop and drop event with IVAR at Rural King in Peru, plus Get your groove on for IVAR Disco Night Saturday February 18th 7-11 at the Paramount Club on Route 351 in LaSalle. There’ll be a dance contest and if you wear your disco duds you could win the best dressed guy or gal award. Tickets are just $10 and all the money goes to support the great work IVAR does for pets and their people.

    Monetary donations for medical care and building maintenance are always needed and appreciated. Please consider sending yours today to:

    Illinois Valley Animal Rescue
    P.O. Box 284
    Peru IL 61354


    2/8/2012

  • Tucker: A Dog and His Dream

    Tucker is a 4 year-old purebred American Pit Bull Terrier. He’s gentle, clean and housebroken; is good with kids and will make a great family dog! Are you the family Tucker’s dreaming of?

    Meet Tucker and more than 60 other dogs, along with over 100 cats looking for new homes Wednesday between 6 and 8pm and Sunday from 1 until 3 at the Illinois Valley Animal Rescue Shelter near Flying J in LaSalle. For information or an appointment call 815-224-0061.

    Get your groove on for IVAR Disco Night Saturday February 18th 7-11 at the Paramount Club on Route 351 in LaSalle. There’ll be a dance contest and if you wear your disco duds you could win the best dressed guy or gal award. Tickets are just $10 and all the money goes to support the great work IVAR does for pets and their people.

    Monetary donations for medical care and building maintenance are always needed and appreciated. Please consider sending yours today to:

    Illinois Valley Animal Rescue
    P.O. Box 284
    Peru IL 61354


    2/1/2012

  • Meet BEPO!

    Bepo is 2 year old Fixed Female, Long-Haired Tabby. She was rescued by IVAR after being hit by a car (poor thing!). The vet fixed her broken leg and is now fully recovered. She has a slight limp, but she’s a-ok.

    Meet Bepo and more than 60 other dogs and over 100 cats looking for new homes Wednesday between 6 and 8pm and Sunday from 1 until 3pm at the Illinois Valley Animal Rescue Shelter, near Flying J in LaSalle. For information or an appointment, call 815-224-0061 .

    Monetary donations for medical care and building maintenance are always needed and appreciated. Please consider sending yours today to:

    Illinois Valley Animal Rescue
    P.O. Box 284
    Peru IL 61354

    Coming Saturday February 18th, it’s IVAR’s Disco night fundraiser at the Paramount in LaSalle!


    1/25/2012

  • Houston hopes for a home

    Houston is a 2-3 year old, fuzzy, golden-shepherd mix. He was found abandoned by his former owners in an outdoor kennel. He’s a laid-back looker looking for a forever home.

    Say “hi” to Houston and more than 60 other dogs, along with more than 100 cats looking for new homes Wednesday between 6 and 8pm and Sunday from 1 until 3 at the Illinois Valley Animal Rescue Shelter near Flying J in LaSalle. For information or an appointment call 815-224-0061.

    Monetary donations for medical care and building maintenance are always needed and appreciated. Please consider sending yours today to:

    Illinois Valley Animal Rescue
    P.O. Box 284
    Peru IL 61354


    1/18/2012

  • Foxy lady!

    Sandy Fox is a striking, two year old short-haired tabby. She’s spayed, litter-trained and will make a great lap cat!

    Check out this foxy lady along with more than 100 other cats and over 60 dogs looking for new homes Wednesday between 6 and 8pm and Sunday from 1 until 3 at the Illinois Valley Animal Rescue Shelter near Flying J in LaSalle. For information or an appointment call 815-224-0061.
    Monetary donations for medical care and building maintenance are always needed and appreciated. Please consider sending yours today to:

    Illinois Valley Animal Rescue
    P.O. Box 284
    Peru IL 61354


    1/11/2012

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Pet of the Week

  • Meet LeRoy!

    LeRoy is an adorable 3 year-old furball (said in the nicest sense)! He’s also Fixed and De-clawed, and for the next 2 weeks, you can see him at Petsmart in Peru! Just stop up there and talk to any of the Petsmart sales associates about going in to see him and then adopting!

    IVAR will be at the Illinois Valley Home Garden and Lifestyle show this weekend (Feb 25-26) at Celebrations 150 in LaSalle. And coming up March 31st, it’s the IVAR Auction! If you run a business and would like to donate items for the Auction, call IVAR at (815) 224-0061 and leave a message.

    To see more than 60 other dogs and over 100 cats looking for new homes Wednesday between 6 and 8pm and Sunday from 1 until 3pm at the Illinois Valley Animal Rescue Shelter, near Flying J in LaSalle.

    Monetary donations for medical care and building maintenance are always needed and appreciated. Please consider sending yours today to:

    Illinois Valley Animal Rescue
    P.O. Box 284
    Peru IL 61354


    2/22/2012

  • Patchez aimz to pleaze!

    This week’s Pet of the Week is Patchez! He’s a nice, well-mannered, 50-60 pound American Bulldog.

    Meet Patchez and more than 60 other dogs, along with over 100 cats looking for new homes Wednesday between 6 and 8pm and Sunday from 1 until 3 at the Illinois Valley Animal Rescue Shelter near Flying J in LaSalle. For information or an appointment call 815-224-0061.

    Get your groove on for IVAR Disco Night Saturday February 18th 7-11 at the Paramount Club on Route 351 in LaSalle. There’ll be a dance contest and if you wear your disco duds you could win the best dressed guy or gal award. Tickets are just $10 and all the money goes to support the great work IVAR does for pets and their people.

    Monetary donations for medical care and building maintenance are always needed and appreciated. Please consider sending yours today to:

    Illinois Valley Animal Rescue
    P.O. Box 284
    Peru IL 61354


    2/15/2012

  • Meet Shaz!

    This is Shaz, a short haired, orange tabby. He’s about a year and 1/2, is de-clawed and fixed. Gets along well with other cats, and as with any shelter pet, will deliver lots of affection

    Meet Shaz and more than 60 other dogs and over 100 cats looking for new homes Wednesday between 6 and 8pm and Sunday from 1 until 3pm at the Illinois Valley Animal Rescue Shelter, near Flying J in LaSalle. For information or an appointment, call 815-224-0061.

    This Saturday is a shop and drop event with IVAR at Rural King in Peru, plus Get your groove on for IVAR Disco Night Saturday February 18th 7-11 at the Paramount Club on Route 351 in LaSalle. There’ll be a dance contest and if you wear your disco duds you could win the best dressed guy or gal award. Tickets are just $10 and all the money goes to support the great work IVAR does for pets and their people.

    Monetary donations for medical care and building maintenance are always needed and appreciated. Please consider sending yours today to:

    Illinois Valley Animal Rescue
    P.O. Box 284
    Peru IL 61354


    2/8/2012

  • Tucker: A Dog and His Dream

    Tucker is a 4 year-old purebred American Pit Bull Terrier. He’s gentle, clean and housebroken; is good with kids and will make a great family dog! Are you the family Tucker’s dreaming of?

    Meet Tucker and more than 60 other dogs, along with over 100 cats looking for new homes Wednesday between 6 and 8pm and Sunday from 1 until 3 at the Illinois Valley Animal Rescue Shelter near Flying J in LaSalle. For information or an appointment call 815-224-0061.

    Get your groove on for IVAR Disco Night Saturday February 18th 7-11 at the Paramount Club on Route 351 in LaSalle. There’ll be a dance contest and if you wear your disco duds you could win the best dressed guy or gal award. Tickets are just $10 and all the money goes to support the great work IVAR does for pets and their people.

    Monetary donations for medical care and building maintenance are always needed and appreciated. Please consider sending yours today to:

    Illinois Valley Animal Rescue
    P.O. Box 284
    Peru IL 61354


    2/1/2012

  • Meet BEPO!

    Bepo is 2 year old Fixed Female, Long-Haired Tabby. She was rescued by IVAR after being hit by a car (poor thing!). The vet fixed her broken leg and is now fully recovered. She has a slight limp, but she’s a-ok.

    Meet Bepo and more than 60 other dogs and over 100 cats looking for new homes Wednesday between 6 and 8pm and Sunday from 1 until 3pm at the Illinois Valley Animal Rescue Shelter, near Flying J in LaSalle. For information or an appointment, call 815-224-0061 .

    Monetary donations for medical care and building maintenance are always needed and appreciated. Please consider sending yours today to:

    Illinois Valley Animal Rescue
    P.O. Box 284
    Peru IL 61354

    Coming Saturday February 18th, it’s IVAR’s Disco night fundraiser at the Paramount in LaSalle!


    1/25/2012

  • Houston hopes for a home

    Houston is a 2-3 year old, fuzzy, golden-shepherd mix. He was found abandoned by his former owners in an outdoor kennel. He’s a laid-back looker looking for a forever home.

    Say “hi” to Houston and more than 60 other dogs, along with more than 100 cats looking for new homes Wednesday between 6 and 8pm and Sunday from 1 until 3 at the Illinois Valley Animal Rescue Shelter near Flying J in LaSalle. For information or an appointment call 815-224-0061.

    Monetary donations for medical care and building maintenance are always needed and appreciated. Please consider sending yours today to:

    Illinois Valley Animal Rescue
    P.O. Box 284
    Peru IL 61354


    1/18/2012

  • Foxy lady!

    Sandy Fox is a striking, two year old short-haired tabby. She’s spayed, litter-trained and will make a great lap cat!

    Check out this foxy lady along with more than 100 other cats and over 60 dogs looking for new homes Wednesday between 6 and 8pm and Sunday from 1 until 3 at the Illinois Valley Animal Rescue Shelter near Flying J in LaSalle. For information or an appointment call 815-224-0061.
    Monetary donations for medical care and building maintenance are always needed and appreciated. Please consider sending yours today to:

    Illinois Valley Animal Rescue
    P.O. Box 284
    Peru IL 61354


    1/11/2012

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Pet of the Week

  • Home Alone

    Edith Ann’s previous owners left her behind when they moved. Can she move in with you instead?

    She’s a long-haired tabby with a little stubby tail. She’s spayed and declawed and just a couple of years old.

    Meet Edith Ann and over 100 cats–along with over 60 dogs–looking for new homes Wednesday between 6 and 8pm and Sunday from 1 until 3pm at the Illinois Valley Animal Rescue Shelter, near Flying J in LaSalle. For information or an appointment, call 815-224-0061.
    Saturday 7/9 shop K-Mart in Peru between 10a and 2p. Pick up a little something extra for IVAR and meet some of their most adoptable pets.

    Monetary donations for medical care and building maintenance are always needed and appreciated. Please consider sending yours today to:

    Illinois Valley Animal Rescue
    P.O. Box 284
    Peru IL 61354

    John Spencer, VP-Ops
    LaSalle County Broadcasting
    AM 1220 WLPO/99.3 WAJK/96.5 the Wolf
    1 Broadcast Lane
    Oglesby IL 61348
    815.223.3100


    7/6/2011

  • Manny Happy Returns!

    Manny is a real sweetheart. He’s a very clean, friendly and laid-back 3 year old basset/wirehaired terrier mix. He’s neutered, housebroken and dog-friendly and came to IVAR because his owner could no longer care for him. You’ll enjoy Manny years of happy returns with this lovable guy!

    Meet Manny and more than 65 other dogs and over 100 cats looking for new homes Wednesday between 6 and 8pm and Sunday from 1 until 3pm at the Illinois Valley Animal Rescue Shelter, near Flying J in LaSalle. For information or an appointment, call 815-224-0061.

    Monetary donations for medical care and building maintenance are always needed and appreciated. Please consider sending yours today to:

    Illinois Valley Animal Rescue
    P.O. Box 284
    Peru IL 61354


    6/29/2011

  • Recent Rescue Spark Plug

    Check out Spark Plug! She was saved from under a car in a parking lot. This young female is around 4 months old and would make a purrfect pet for you!

    See Spark Plug, and more than 100 other cats, along with over 70 dogs looking for new homes Wednesday between 6 and 8pm and Sunday from 1 until 3pm at the Illinois Valley Animal Rescue Shelter, near Flying J in LaSalle. For information or an appointment, call 815-224-0061.

    Monetary donations for medical care and building maintenance are always needed and appreciated. Please consider sending yours today to:

    Illinois Valley Animal Rescue
    P.O. Box 284
    Peru IL 61354


    6/22/2011

  • You can almost see her halo!

    This Angel needs a retirement home. Angel is a gentle, housebroken, 10 year old purebred Sheltie. She was dropped off at the Illinois Valley Animal Rescue Shelter.  Leave a message at 815-224-0061 if you think you may be the guardian angel this Angel needs.

    Meet around 75 dogs and over 100 cats looking for new homes Wednesday between 6 and 8pm and Sunday from 1 until 3pm at the Illinois Valley Animal Rescue Shelter, near Flying J in LaSalle. For information or an appointment, call 815-224-0061.

    Monetary donations for medical care and building maintenance are always needed and appreciated. Please consider sending yours today to:

    Illinois Valley Animal Rescue
    P.O. Box 284
    Peru IL 61354


    6/15/2011

  • Pet of the Week 6-8-11

    Sue Jacobsen from Illinois Valley Animal Rescue shows off Charleston Gray. He’s a striking 3 year old, neutered and declawed, gray short-hair.

    Say “hey” to Charleston Gray and more than 100 other cats and over 60 dogs looking for new homes Wednesday between 6 and 8pm and Sunday from 1 until 3pm at the Illinois Valley Animal Rescue Shelter, near Flying J in LaSalle. For information or an appointment, call 815-224-0061.
    Monetary donations for medical care and building maintenance are always needed and appreciated. Please consider sending yours today to:

    Illinois Valley Animal Rescue
    P.O. Box 284
    Peru IL 61354


    6/8/2011

  • Pet of the Week 6/1/11

    Yo Adrian! Adrian’s a new IVAR arrival, found running loose in LaSalle. She’s a mature, quiet, gentle and clean black lab.

    Get to know Adrain and more than 60 other dogs and over 100 cats looking for new homes Wednesday between 6 and 8pm and Sunday from 1 until 3pm at the Illinois Valley Animal Rescue Shelter, near Flying J in LaSalle. For information or an appointment, call 815-224-0061.
    IVAR’s Annual Book and Bake Sale is Sunday June 5th from 8a until 2p at Peru’s City Hall. Find great deals on books, tapes, cds, movies, puzzles and more; and help support the work of Illinois Valley Animal Rescue.

    Monetary donations for medical care and building maintenance are always needed and appreciated. Please consider sending yours today to:

    Illinois Valley Animal Rescue
    P.O. Box 284
    Peru IL 61354


    6/1/2011

  • Pet of the Week 5-25-11

    Larice is a lovely 9 month old gray tabby who was rescued along the river in Peru. She’s spayed, affectionate, energetic and has big white paws with extra toes.

    Let Larice win your heart during Illinois Valley Animal Rescue’s adoption hours Wednesday between 6 and 8pm and Sunday from 1 until 3pm at their shelter near Flying J in LaSalle. The IVAR shelter is home to more than 100 cats and 60 dogs looking for homes. For information or an appointment, call 815-224-0061.

    Support the work of IVAR during their Annual Book and Bake Sale Sunday June 5th from 8a until 2p at Peru’s City Hall. You’ll get great deals on books, tapes, cds, movies, puzzles and more!

    Monetary donations for medical care and building maintenance are always needed and appreciated. Please consider sending yours today to:

    Illinois Valley Animal Rescue
    P.O. Box 284
    Peru IL 61354


    5/25/2011

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