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Meet Sheeba, the fabulous 2-year-old Terrier Pitbull mix! She's a bundle of energy, always up for playtime and showing off her impressive tricks. While she's a gentle soul, Sheeba shines brightest as the only doggo in the house. If you're on the hunt for a furry sidekick, why not swing by and say hi to Sheeba today?
Sheeba is a STAFF FAVORITE pet! Here's what adoption staff member, Anixa has to say about her:
Sheeba is the sweetest girl and the biggest snuggle bug in town. She is the perfect best friend, she will cuddle with you on the couch and watch your favorite shows and movies. She will chat with you for hours and tell you just how important you are to her. She is a bundle of joy and loves to play outside. It is never a dull moment when Sheeba is around. She does have to be the only pup in the house, but she would be more than happy to eat up all that attention and love. If you are looking for the perfect best friend, please come in and visit with our sweet girl Sheeba!
Meet Sheeba, the fabulous 2-year-old Terrier Pitbull mix! She's a bundle of energy, always up for playtime and showing off her impressive tricks. While she's a gentle soul, Sheeba shines brightest as the only doggo in the house. If you're on the hunt for a furry sidekick, why not swing by and say hi to Sheeba today?
Sheeba is a STAFF FAVORITE pet! Here's what adoption staff member, Anixa has to say about her:
Sheeba is the sweetest girl and the biggest snuggle bug in town. She is the perfect best friend, she will cuddle with you on the couch and watch your favorite shows and movies. She will chat with you for hours and tell you just how important you are to her. She is a bundle of joy and loves to play outside. It is never a dull moment when Sheeba is around. She does have to be the only pup in the house, but she would be more than happy to eat up all that attention and love. If you are looking for the perfect best friend, please come in and visit with our sweet girl Sheeba!
■ Our adoption program is for individuals and families seeking a pet to live indoors and provide companionship.
■ You must be 18 years of age or older to adopt an animal.
■ We recommend that all household members meet the animal during the adoption process. In some cases, we will make this a requirement.
■ If you rent or lease your home, we require written or verbal approval from your landlord before you adopt a pet.
■ If you currently own animals, making sure your pets are up-to-date on vaccinations and care can help expedite the adoption process.
■ All cats, dogs and rabbits will be spayed or neutered prior to adoption.
■ Animals must be taken to a veterinarian for a health exam within one week after adoption.
■ If you are in the process of moving, we recommend you delay adoption of an adult cat or dog until after you are settled in your new home.
■ We do not adopt animals as gifts or presents.
■ If you are interested in adopting a large dog (over 40 pounds), we suggest a fenced-in yard.
■ If, at any time, you can no longer care for your pet, you are welcome to return the pet to CCHS.
■ CCHS reserves the right to refuse any adoption.
■ It is the law in Champaign-Urbana and in most outlying townships in East Central Illinois that dogs be either confined or on a leash at all times.
Adoption Fees:
■ Dogs: $115 and up
■ Puppies: $175 and up
■ Cats (5 months to 10 years): $75 and up
■ Cats (10 years and older): $40 and up
■ Kittens under five months of age: $125 and up
■ Rabbits: $40
■ Guinea pigs: $25
■ Other small mammals, exotics, and birds: Prices range from $5 - $125.
Adoption fees help cover the cost of caring for animals during their stay at the shelter. Expenses include: food; bedding supplies; vaccines; spay/neuter surgeries, and other veterinary services.
■ Our adoption program is for individuals and families seeking a pet to live indoors and provide companionship.
■ You must be 18 years of age or older to adopt an animal.
■ We recommend that all household members meet the animal during the adoption process. In some cases, we will make this a requirement.
■ If you rent or lease your home, we require written or verbal approval from your landlord before you adopt a pet.
■ If you currently own animals, making sure your pets are up-to-date on vaccinations and care can help expedite the adoption process.
■ All cats, dogs and rabbits will be spayed or neutered prior to adoption.
■ Animals must be taken to a veterinarian for a health exam within one week after adoption.
■ If you are in the process of moving, we recommend you delay adoption of an adult cat or dog until after you are settled in your new home.
■ We do not adopt animals as gifts or presents.
■ If you are interested in adopting a large dog (over 40 pounds), we suggest a fenced-in yard.
■ If, at any time, you can no longer care for your pet, you are welcome to return the pet to CCHS.
■ CCHS reserves the right to refuse any adoption.
■ It is the law in Champaign-Urbana and in most outlying townships in East Central Illinois that dogs be either confined or on a leash at all times.
Adoption Fees:
■ Dogs: $115 and up
■ Puppies: $175 and up
■ Cats (5 months to 10 years): $75 and up
■ Cats (10 years and older): $40 and up
■ Kittens under five months of age: $125 and up
■ Rabbits: $40
■ Guinea pigs: $25
■ Other small mammals, exotics, and birds: Prices range from $5 - $125.
Adoption fees help cover the cost of caring for animals during their stay at the shelter. Expenses include: food; bedding supplies; vaccines; spay/neuter surgeries, and other veterinary services.
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday: 2-7PM
Saturday and Sunday 12PM - 5PM
The shelter is closed on Tuesdays and legal holidays.
Please note: If you are coming to visit with a dog, you must be wearing closed-toe shoes for your own safety.
Dogs and cats are common pets found at our shelter, but we often have many small mammals (such as rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, rats, gerbils, chinchillas, ferrets, etc.) and a few exotics (Iguanas, geckos, bearded dragons, snakes, birds, etc.).
Owner relinquishments are by appointment. Please call and leave a message at 217-344-7297 ext.17 with your contact information or email us at admissions@cuhumane.org to schedule an appointment. You will be contacted by a CCHS staff member who will answer all your questions about animal relinquishment and help to schedule an appointment.
Address: 4003 Kearns Drive - Champaign, IL 61822
Phone: 217-344-7297
Shelter Hours for adoption appointments:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday: 2-7PM
Saturday and Sunday 12PM - 5PM
The shelter is closed on Tuesdays and legal holidays.
Please note: If you are coming to visit with a dog, you must be wearing closed-toe shoes for your own safety.
Dogs and cats are common pets found at our shelter, but we often have many small mammals (such as rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, rats, gerbils, chinchillas, ferrets, etc.) and a few exotics (Iguanas, geckos, bearded dragons, snakes, birds, etc.).
Owner relinquishments are by appointment. Please call and leave a message at 217-344-7297 ext.17 with your contact information or email us at admissions@cuhumane.org to schedule an appointment. You will be contacted by a CCHS staff member who will answer all your questions about animal relinquishment and help to schedule an appointment.
More about this shelter
Our Mission: To instill respect, kindness, and compassion for animals as community values.
Our Purpose: To prevent cruelty to animals; to promote animal welfare; to educate the public about the humane care and treatment of animals; to increase public awareness of the companion animal overpopulation issue and to provide solutions; and to provide high quality shelter, medical, and adoption services for animals when necessary.
As an independent charitable organization (501(c)(3)), our name reflects our geographic location only. We are not a County agency and we are not supported by tax dollars. We are not affiliated with any national animal welfare organization.
We operate as an open admission animal shelter and accept companion animals needing shelter, regardless of age, physical condition, or adoptability.
Staff Members:
■ Executive Director - Mary "Tief" Tiefenbrunn - Tief@cuhumane.org
■ Development Director - Sarah Sheppard - sarah@cuhumane.org
ς Executive Assistant - Terri Hamer - terri@cuhumane.org
■ Bookkeeper - Linda Prom - linda@cuhumane.org
■ Shelter Manager - Karen Simmons - karen@cuhumane.org
■ Humane Investigator/Educator - Elijah Imlay - april@cuhumane.org
■ Animal Behavior Specialist - Breanne Tabbert - breanne@cuhumane.org
$#9632: Volunteer Coordinator - Sarah Connelly -sarahc@cuhumane.org
■ Medical Care Supervisor - yaziria@cuhumane.org
■ Medical Care Staff - Lab@cuhumane.org
■ Shelter Veterinarian - Dr. Gretchen Reid, DVM - gretchen@cuhumane.org
■ Surgical Assistant - Kayla Damm- kaylad@cuhumane.org
■ Adoption and Customer Service Supervisor - Daniella Misa - dani@cuhumane.org
■ Adoption Staff - Adoption@cuhumane.org
■ Animal Care Supervisor - Kayla Pryor - kaylap@cuhumane.org
■ Intake Coordinator - Levi Vanderwater - levi@cuhumane.org
■ Animal Care Staff - Animalcare@cuhumane.org
Our Mission: To instill respect, kindness, and compassion for animals as community values.
Our Purpose: To prevent cruelty to animals; to promote animal welfare; to educate the public about the humane care and treatment of animals; to increase public awareness of the companion animal overpopulation issue and to provide solutions; and to provide high quality shelter, medical, and adoption services for animals when necessary.
As an independent charitable organization (501(c)(3)), our name reflects our geographic location only. We are not a County agency and we are not supported by tax dollars. We are not affiliated with any national animal welfare organization.
We operate as an open admission animal shelter and accept companion animals needing shelter, regardless of age, physical condition, or adoptability.
Staff Members:
■ Executive Director - Mary "Tief" Tiefenbrunn - Tief@cuhumane.org
■ Development Director - Sarah Sheppard - sarah@cuhumane.org
ς Executive Assistant - Terri Hamer - terri@cuhumane.org
■ Bookkeeper - Linda Prom - linda@cuhumane.org
■ Shelter Manager - Karen Simmons - karen@cuhumane.org
■ Humane Investigator/Educator - Elijah Imlay - april@cuhumane.org
■ Animal Behavior Specialist - Breanne Tabbert - breanne@cuhumane.org
$#9632: Volunteer Coordinator - Sarah Connelly -sarahc@cuhumane.org
■ Medical Care Supervisor - yaziria@cuhumane.org
■ Medical Care Staff - Lab@cuhumane.org
■ Shelter Veterinarian - Dr. Gretchen Reid, DVM - gretchen@cuhumane.org
■ Surgical Assistant - Kayla Damm- kaylad@cuhumane.org
■ Adoption and Customer Service Supervisor - Daniella Misa - dani@cuhumane.org
■ Adoption Staff - Adoption@cuhumane.org
■ Animal Care Supervisor - Kayla Pryor - kaylap@cuhumane.org
■ Intake Coordinator - Levi Vanderwater - levi@cuhumane.org
■ Animal Care Staff - Animalcare@cuhumane.org
