by Rebecca Richardson

“So many animals that would make wonderful pets, are sadly never given the chance. It is our hope to make a small dent in this issue, through helping these dogs and cats find their forever home.”   

by Rebecca Richardson

Welcome to TAPS (Tazwell Animal Protective Society) located at 100 TAPS Lane in Pekin, Illinois; TAPS is a no-kill shelter serving the Central Illinois area. Capable of housing up to 50 dogs and 80 cats on any given day, TAPS is dedicated to providing a safe and stress free environment for...

Let's Talk About Vets (Care that is)
by Rebecca Richardson

Every pet owner knows that visits to the vet are inevitable. Whether it's a routine check up or for an emergency; having a good rapport with your vet is vital. Today we will take a look at the basic things ALL owners should know about keeping their dogs as healthy as 

Happy Tails and Happy Homes
by Rebecca Richardson

This month we are going to feature a breed specific rescue working throughout IL and surrounding states. Illinois English Bulldog Rescue (IEBR) was founded in 2009 to rescue pure bred English Bulldogs from shelters, puppy mills, and owner surrender. Their mission is to find great people for wonderful dogs. For the past 5 years they have made this dream a reality and placed hundreds of English bulldogs in their...