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McLean County Animal Services

Hours: Adoption viewings by appointment Monday to Friday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturday 9 a.m. to noon; closed Sundays and holidays.

What it is
Shelters and rescues
Where
McLean County
Status
Open
Checked
on the official website, November 5, 2026

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County animal services serving Bloomington-Normal and McLean County: rabies vaccination registration, bite investigations, enforcement of animal laws, stray collection in certain circumstances, bat collection, lost pets, surrenders and adoption of cats, dogs and other animals.

Checked on the official website · November 5, 2026 What this means
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How to reach them

Where: 13060 E. 850 North Rd., Shirley, IL 61772

Hours: Adoption viewings by appointment Monday to Friday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturday 9 a.m. to noon; closed Sundays and holidays.

Good to know

  • Who can use it: Adopters must be at least 18, have photo ID with current address, own their property or have landlord permission for pets, and have current pets vaccinated for rabies and registered.
  • How to get started: Call 309-888-5060, ext. 0 to schedule an adoption viewing or for other services. After hours, call police non-emergency: Bloomington 309-820-8888; Normal and the rest of McLean County 309-888-5030. For emergencies dial 9-1-1.

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Sources

McLean County Animal Services official page, checked November 5, 2026.

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