Lexie is often labeled “special needs,” but here’s the honest truth: She simply needs to stay on a urinary care diet, and she does beautifully on it.
Before coming back to us, Lexie was fed a food that didn’t support her urinary health, which led to recurring UTIs. Once she returned to the shelter and was placed on the proper urinary care food, the issues stopped completely. She has been comfortable, stable, and problem-free ever since.
That’s it. That’s the “special need.”
Lexie has now been waiting over six months for someone to take a chance on her again — and she’s handled the wait with quiet grace.
She’s a little over 2½ years old, confident, calm, and well-mannered. She’s not demanding or clingy, but she genuinely enjoys being near her person. The kind of cat who shares space effortlessly, checks in with you, and appreciates a steady routine. Treats are absolutely her love language.
Lexie would thrive in a peaceful, low-key home. Loud, rambunctious dogs or very young children would likely overwhelm her — she prefers calm energy, soft voices, and predictability. In return, she offers steady companionship and an easy presence that makes a home feel settled.
Lexie isn’t asking for perfection. She’s asking for consistency. For someone who understands that the right food changed everything — and is willing to keep choosing it for her.
If you’ve ever wanted a cat who fits seamlessly into your life, who doesn’t demand the spotlight but stays close all the same, Lexie is still waiting.
Apply at EffinghamCountyHumaneSociety.org
Lexie didn’t fail her last home — her food did.
Lexie is often labeled “special needs,” but here’s the honest truth: She simply needs to stay on a urinary care diet, and she does beautifully on it.
Before coming back to us, Lexie was fed a food that didn’t support her urinary health, which led to recurring UTIs. Once she returned to the shelter and was placed on the proper urinary care food, the issues stopped completely. She has been comfortable, stable, and problem-free ever since.
That’s it. That’s the “special need.”
Lexie has now been waiting over six months for someone to take a chance on her again — and she’s handled the wait with quiet grace.
She’s a little over 2½ years old, confident, calm, and well-mannered. She’s not demanding or clingy, but she genuinely enjoys being near her person. The kind of cat who shares space effortlessly, checks in with you, and appreciates a steady routine. Treats are absolutely her love language.
Lexie would thrive in a peaceful, low-key home. Loud, rambunctious dogs or very young children would likely overwhelm her — she prefers calm energy, soft voices, and predictability. In return, she offers steady companionship and an easy presence that makes a home feel settled.
Lexie isn’t asking for perfection. She’s asking for consistency. For someone who understands that the right food changed everything — and is willing to keep choosing it for her.
If you’ve ever wanted a cat who fits seamlessly into your life, who doesn’t demand the spotlight but stays close all the same, Lexie is still waiting.
Apply at EffinghamCountyHumaneSociety.org
Shelter
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It takes 1-2 business days to process an application after we receive it.
2.
Approve Application
3.
Sign Adoption Contract
If all goes well at your meet and greet appointment with the pet, you will fill out some brief paperwork, including an adoption contract.
4.
Pay Fee
5.
Take the Pet Home
Additional adoption info
Our adoption fees for dogs includes spay/neuter, age appropriate vaccines, de-wormer, flea and tick prevention, heart worm prevention, heart worm tested, and microchip registration.
Adult Dogs: $200
Puppies: $225
Cat adoption fees include spay/neuter, age appropriate vaccines, de-wormer, FIV/FeLV testing, flea and tick prevention, and microchip registration.
Adult Cats: $75 (or $125 for a pair)
Kittens: $90 (or $150 for a pair)
Our adoption fees for dogs includes spay/neuter, age appropriate vaccines, de-wormer, flea and tick prevention, heart worm prevention, heart worm tested, and microchip registration.
Adult Dogs: $200
Puppies: $225
Cat adoption fees include spay/neuter, age appropriate vaccines, de-wormer, FIV/FeLV testing, flea and tick prevention, and microchip registration.
Adult Cats: $75 (or $125 for a pair)
Kittens: $90 (or $150 for a pair)
Our shelter is located at 12073 North 1000th Rd Effingham, IL
Mon, Wed, Thurs, Fri 11:30a-4:30p, Sat 9:00a-12:00p,
Closed Sundays and Tuesdays
We host many events and fundraisers throughout the year, so be sure to follow us on Facebook at Effingham County, IL Humane Society to stay in the know!
Our shelter is located at 12073 North 1000th Rd Effingham, IL
Mon, Wed, Thurs, Fri 11:30a-4:30p, Sat 9:00a-12:00p,
Closed Sundays and Tuesdays
We host many events and fundraisers throughout the year, so be sure to follow us on Facebook at Effingham County, IL Humane Society to stay in the know!
More about this shelter
Since 1979, the Effingham County Humane Society has been committed to serving Effingham County, IL and the surrounding area. We are located in the former Funkhouser School, and our non-profit shelter is sustained by volunteers, fundraising, contributions, and adoption fees.
The goal of the Effingham County Humane Society is to reduce animal suffering in our county through educating and promoting responsible pet ownership, including spaying/neutering pets, appropriate pet identification, proper pet care, and the quality adoption of homeless pets.
Since 1979, the Effingham County Humane Society has been committed to serving Effingham County, IL and the surrounding area. We are located in the former Funkhouser School, and our non-profit shelter is sustained by volunteers, fundraising, contributions, and adoption fees.
The goal of the Effingham County Humane Society is to reduce animal suffering in our county through educating and promoting responsible pet ownership, including spaying/neutering pets, appropriate pet identification, proper pet care, and the quality adoption of homeless pets.
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