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Placing Paws of Illinois was established in 2008 in Lake County Illinois with the goal of saving animals from high risk situations. Placing Paws has adopted nearly 2000 animals since it began.

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      Summer was rescued from a kill shelter in Kentucky after being voluntarily surrendered by her owner who was a hoarder. 57 animals were turned over to the Whitley County Animal Control in Whitley County Kentucky.  Waggin Hearts Rescue was at the...

Austin is Finally Home

Austin is Finally Home

Austin, a senior golden was surrendered to Placing Paws in late March of 2013.  His owner had him since he was a puppy but didn't feel he had time for him anymore nor could he give him the attention he deserved. So, he reached out to Placing Paws for help and help is...

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