Some cats burst into your life like fireworks. Others unfold slowly, petal by petal, until one day you realize you’re witnessing something quietly beautiful. Thalia is very much the second kind.
When Thalia first came to us, she was pregnant, frightened, and unsure of the world around her. She went straight into a foster home where she proved to be a wonderful, devoted mama. Every one of her kittens has since been adopted, and now it’s finally Thalia’s turn to be the one cared for.
It has been over six months since she arrived, and the growth we’ve seen in her has been truly special. At first, she was so timid that we wondered if she might prefer a barn-style home. Thalia quickly made her opinion known about that idea. Outdoors? Absolutely not. This girl is all about the indoor life, preferably somewhere peaceful where she can feel safe.
What Thalia really needed was time and patience, and once she realized she was safe, her true personality began to shine. She no longer hides and will gently approach for pets and affection, leaning into the quiet connection she’s learned to trust.
Thalia isn’t looking for chaos or a revolving door of visitors. She would thrive in a calm, low-traffic home without dogs, with someone who appreciates a laid-back, low-maintenance companion. She’s the kind of cat who won’t demand the spotlight but will fill your home with a steady, comforting presence.
After raising her babies and watching them all head off to their forever homes, it’s more than fair to say… Thalia’s turn has arrived.
Meet Thalia 🌸🐾
Some cats burst into your life like fireworks. Others unfold slowly, petal by petal, until one day you realize you’re witnessing something quietly beautiful. Thalia is very much the second kind.
When Thalia first came to us, she was pregnant, frightened, and unsure of the world around her. She went straight into a foster home where she proved to be a wonderful, devoted mama. Every one of her kittens has since been adopted, and now it’s finally Thalia’s turn to be the one cared for.
It has been over six months since she arrived, and the growth we’ve seen in her has been truly special. At first, she was so timid that we wondered if she might prefer a barn-style home. Thalia quickly made her opinion known about that idea. Outdoors? Absolutely not. This girl is all about the indoor life, preferably somewhere peaceful where she can feel safe.
What Thalia really needed was time and patience, and once she realized she was safe, her true personality began to shine. She no longer hides and will gently approach for pets and affection, leaning into the quiet connection she’s learned to trust.
Thalia isn’t looking for chaos or a revolving door of visitors. She would thrive in a calm, low-traffic home without dogs, with someone who appreciates a laid-back, low-maintenance companion. She’s the kind of cat who won’t demand the spotlight but will fill your home with a steady, comforting presence.
After raising her babies and watching them all head off to their forever homes, it’s more than fair to say… Thalia’s turn has arrived.
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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