Here's How To Get Your Furry Friend Featured In Our Holiday Pet Photo Roundup

Illinois Patch is accepting pics of pets in festive attire through Dec. 19.

Dreadful Darlings Dressed Up: Halloween Pet Photos From IL Patch Readers

Illinois Patch readers shared an array of adorably eerie photos of their pets for Halloween 2025.

These Patriotic IL Pet Pics Are Pawsitively Perfect

Check out Illinois Patch's 2025 roundup of Patriotic Pet Pics.

Is Your Pet A Patriot? Get 4th Of July Pet Photos Featured On IL Patch

Dogs may not like fireworks, but we are convinced they like to strut in stars and stripes. See how to get your pet featured on Patch.

9-Foot Python Found In IA Yard Has New Home In IL: Reports

Sir Hiss-a-lot has slithered on to greener pastures.

Heart-Melting Pics Of IL Pups Celebrate National Puppy Day 2025

National Puppy Day, the most sacred holiday for all dog lovers, is March 23. We've rounded up some of the most adorable Illinois pups.

Share Pics Of Your IL Pups For National Puppy Day 2025

National Puppy Day is March 23 and Patch is asking Illinois readers to share pics of their pups for a roundup. P.S.: Every dog is a puppy.

Peep PET-rifying Halloween Pet Photos From IL Patch Readers

Illinois Patch readers shared an array of adorably eerie photos of their pets for Halloween 2024.

Send Halloween Pet Photos To Illinois Patch

See how to get your dog's photo featured in Illinois Patch's 2024 roundup of Halloween Pet Pics!

Here's How Much It Costs To Own A Dog In IL

In 13 states, the cost of owning a dog is $30,000 or more.

Send Pooch Pics To Patch To Celebrate National Dog Day In Illinois

National Dog Day is Aug. 26. We're looking for the cutest, most adorable, melt-your-heart-with-a-glanciest dogs. Is yours one of them?

Four-Legged Friends Celebrate The Fourth of July In Illinois

Check out Illinois Patch's roundup of the most patriotic pets in the state for 2024.

Red, White And Woof!: Share Patriotic Pics Of Your Illinois Pets

To celebrate July 4, we're asking our readers to send us photos of their pets in red, white and blue sequins, tutus, shades and more.

61 Dogs From IL Compete In Iconic Westminster Show This Weekend

Illinois is well-represented at the 148th annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show.

Celebrate National Puppy Day 2024 With These Precious IL Pooches

National Puppy Day is March 23, 2024. Patch is celebrating with this fetching photo spread of the cutest canines in Illinois.

Send Photos Of Your Pups For National Puppy Day In Illinois

National Puppy Day is March 23. Send Patch pics of your pups to be featured in a future article. Factual disclaimer: every dog is a puppy.

Meet — Or Even Better, Adopt — Chicago's Puppy Bowl Players

Guy Fureri, a miniature American shepherd-poodle mix from Chicago, is one of 3 local pups competing in Animal Planet's Puppy Bowl XX.

Cats In Santa Hats, Dogs With Elf Ears: Illinois Holiday Pet Pics

Enjoy this holiday cavalcade of red-and-green clad canines, cats in Santa hats and one adorable miniature horse.

6 Sweet Animal Stories We Loved In 2023 In Illinois

A royal reunion, a K-9 with a nose for fighting crime, an errant goose. These and other tales make up our 2023 best animal stories.

Holiday Pet Photo Callout: Send IL Patch Your More Festive Pics

Once again, we're doing our holiday roundup of the most festively decked out pets in Illinois. Find out how to get your pet's pic on Patch.

Researchers May Have Unlocked Mystery Of Illness Sickening IL Dogs

Bacteria found in sick and even deceased dogs may be traced to animals that spent time at doggy daycares, groomers and dog parks.

Here Are The Top Pet Names And Trends In Chicago

We've come so far from "Fido" and "Rover." See what Chicagoans are naming their dogs and cats these days.

Potentially Fatal Mystery Respiratory Illness Is Sickening IL Dogs

Illinois is one of 12 states where veterinarians are perplexed by the illness that has left dogs ill or dead after starting with a cough.

Tails Of Terror: IL Pets Show Off Horrifically Cute Halloween Costumes

See how Illinois pets are dressing for spooky season with our 2023 Halloween roundup.

Peep These Precious IL Pups For National Dog Day 2023

Illinois Patch readers inundated us with a deluge of darling photos to celebrate National Dog Day 2023. Beware: it's nearly too cute to bear

Adorable IL Pets Show Their Spirit For Fourth of July

Forget the fireworks. This roundup of patriotic pet pics will have you saying "ooh" and "aah" and "maybe I do need another dog."

Red, White & Woof!: Send IL Patch Your Patriot Pet Pics

See how to get a patriotic photo of your dog, cat, parrot or ferret featured in Patch's 2023 Fourth of July pet photo roundup.

Seven Odd, Entertaining Animal Stories From Illinois In 2022

This year-in-review roundup features the stories about animals that commanded attention and sparked inspiration in 2022.

Illinois State Snake To Become Official As Amendment Takes Effect

A Southern Illinois 7th grader spearheaded the effort to designate the eastern milksnake as the official snake of Illinois.

Share Holiday Pet Pics With Illinois Patch This Season

'Tis the season to embarrass your dog, cat, ferret or wombat by sharing photos of them dressed up in Santa suits, antlers and other finery.

National Dog Day 2022: Illinois Pups Strut Their Stuff

Enjoy this roundup of the cutest pups in the state, courtesy of Illinois Patch readers in honor of National Dog Day, Aug. 26.

Mystery Illness Killing Michigan Dogs Not Yet Seen In Illinois

The disease kills dogs within days, Michigan health officials reported.

National Dog Day 2022: Send Patch Pics Of Your Illinois Pups

National Dog Day is Aug. 26. Here's how Illinois dog lovers can get your pooch's picture shared in a Patch story.

See Patriotic Pet Pics From Illinois Patch Readers: July 4 2022

Illinois Patch readers sent in photos of their pets decked out in red, white and blue tutus, Uncle Sam outfits and more for July 4, 2022.

Patriotic Pets Wanted: Share Your July 4 Pet Pics With Illinois Patch

Send pics of your patriotic pups and red, white and blue-clad kitties to Illinois Patch for a chance to see them in an upcoming article.

Illinois-Bred Trumpet Toots His Own Horn At Westminster Kennel Show

Trumpet, a 4½-year-old bloodhound from St. Joseph., captured Best In Show honors at the 146th annual Westminster Kennel Club Show.

After 11 Years At Downstate Shelter, Wiggles Finds A Forever Home

After workers at the 5A's Animal Shelter in Godfrey made pleas for an aging dog to be adopted, the wait for a new owner has come to an end.

Happy National Dog Day: Illinois Readers Share Their Pup Pics

Happy National Dog Day from readers across Illinois and their pets.

National Dog Day: Send Patch Your Illinois Pup Pics

National Dog Day is Aug. 26 and we want to see pics of your pups!

‘Empty The Shelters’ Animal Adoption Day Dec. 14 In Chicago

The One Tail at a Time animal shelter in Chicago is reducing adoption fees during “Empty the Shelters” day on Dec. 14.