Will County’s Featured Pets for the Week: October 5, 2026 – Shaw Local

The Herald-News presents this week’s Pets of the Week.

Read the description of each pet to learn about it, including where it can be adopted in Will County.

Kiko

Kiko is a 3-year-old, incredibly smart husky. He walks beautifully on a leash and knows basic commands like “sit,” “paw,” and “down.” He’s good with other dogs and doesn’t mind cats. Kiko is outgoing, active, chatty, playful, and full of classic husky charm. He loves people and is ready for a family to give him the attention he deserves. To meet Kiko, email Dogadoption@nawsus.org. Visit nawsus.org.

Squib

Squib is a 1-year-old calico rescued from southern Illinois. Sweet and friendly, she’s shy at first but warms up quickly. She enjoys pets and attention and is friendly towards other cats and children. To meet Squib, email Catadoptions@nawsus.org. Visit nawsus.org.

Delilah

Sweet 1-year-old Delilah came from a hoarding situation. Likely a cocker spaniel/French bulldog mix, she is adorably goofy and learning to trust. Delilah needs a patient, calm, child-free home. To meet Delilah, visit willcountyhumane.com.

Clarabelle

Clarabelle is 4 years old and came from a shelter helping with a hoarding situation. She’s been friendly with other cats and loves getting pets from staff and volunteers. Clarabelle needs a calm home without children and is FIV-positive. To meet Clarabelle, visit willcountyhumane.com.

Athena

Athena loves affection and is always happy to soak up attention. She needs a quiet home where she can be the center of attention. To meet Athena, call Will County Animal Protection Services at 815-462-5633 or email adopt@willcounty.gov.

Melvin

Melvin is a Belgian Malinois with a bright, eager-to-learn personality. He enjoys having tasks and training. Melvin would thrive with someone who keeps him mentally and physically engaged. To meet Melvin, call Will County Animal Protection Services at 815-462-5633 or email adopt@willcounty.gov.