Homeward Bound Waggin, Inc. is an animal rescue and shelter based out of Quincy, Illinois. Homeward Bound Waggin works with animal welfare groups and individuals across the country to save companion animal lives. We are a 501(c)3 federally recognized organization and all donations are tax deductible. Our services are made possible by generous donors like you.
Mission and Vision
The purpose of Homeward Bound Waggin, Inc is to provide companion animals with a second chance at life by:
a) working for the prevention of cruelty of animals, the relief of suffering among animals and the extension of humane education.
b) providing a safe haven until appropriate re-homing alternatives are identified such as transfers to licensed, no kill facilities, foster homes, adoptions.
c) providing safe transportation to approved receivers such as licensed rescue groups or adopters.
d) providing humane care and treatment for all animals needing protection in the area served by Homeward Bound Waggin, Inc
e) soliciting and receiving grants, contributions and other property, to enter into contracts, to engage needed personnel services, and to transfer, hold or invest such property as may be required to carry out the purposes of Homeward Bound Waggin, Inc
Adoption Policy
Cat adoption fees are $20, regardless of age. Dog adoption fees are generally $200, but sometimes senior dogs or dogs with health issues have a lower adoption fee, so this may vary. These prices are only for local adoptions from the Quincy, Illinois shelter location. Out of area adoptions may be subject to transport fees.
Your adoption fee includes the full package for the animal! Animals adopted from us have been examined by a veterinarian, are spayed/neutered, have been microchipped, have all their shots, and come with the first month of flea prevention treatment. Dogs are vaccinated against rabies, parvo, distemper, lepto, and bordetella. Dogs are also tested for heartworm and are dewormed if necessary. Cats are vaccinated against rabies and FVRCP. Cats are also tested for FIV and feline leukemia.
We are a volunteer-run organization, meaning we do not have a paid staff. To meet with animals at our shelter, you have to make an appointment with us. Every Saturday of the month some of our adoptable animals are also at the Quincy Mall in our adoption center location there as well.
There are a number of steps to adopting an animal from our shelter because we take our animals’ happiness and yours very seriously! First, you’ll have to fill out an application, which you can do right here on our website. Then, our volunteers will do a vet check and a background check. We do this to ensure the animal you intend to adopt will be kept up-to-date on all vaccinations and that they’re going to a safe home. After this, a decision will be made and you will be called. This process normally takes approximately one week, but it can take longer depending on the number of applications our committee has to work through.
We require a minimum one week foster period for all animals adopted from us. This means that you get a trial run before you pay the fee and agree to be a pet’s forever home. Dogs and cats adopted right out of a shelter can sometimes take a little while to show their true personality, so we offer a no-pressure foster period to avoid failed adoptions. We actually have a 0% failure rate! If needed, we can also extend the foster period in case you’re not entirely sure about adding a new member to your family. We do not do same-day adoptions.
https://www.homewardboundwaggininc.org/adopt
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