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Shelter Celebrates 10 years.[edit]

 * http://www.dailyherald.com/article/20120719/news/707199884/
 * On July 21st, 2012 the Animal House Shelter celebrated their tenth anniversary with a festival and fundraiser in hopes to build a vet clinic associated with the no kill shelter. Leslie Irwin, who founded the shelter after rescuing her first dog. Some history of the shelter and why she opened it is available in this article as well. Opened at her home in 2002, then moved to Huntley, Illinois in 2005. In 2012 the shelter housed 175 and 80 cats with another 300 animals in foster homes associated with the shelter. Leslie Irwin was a vet student at University of Illinois and received a phone call about a homeless dog in her neighborhood. She rescued it and decided to dedicate her life to the recusing of animals.

Convicted sex offender gets 2 years of probation for dressing up like Santa at Huntley fundraiser.[edit]

 * http://www.nwherald.com/2017/12/13/convicted-sex-offender-gets-2-years-of-probation-for-dressing-up-like-santa-at-huntley-fundraiser/amlip0i/
 * Registered sex offender Taylor Blaul, a former employee of the Animal House Shelter, was involved with a December 4th, 2016 Pictures for Santa event held by the shelter. This is illegal under Illinois law, in which Blaul pled guilty to working in an area where a sex offender is not allowed, he received two years of probation. The shelter was unable to confirm knowledge of Blaul’s previous conviction.

Animal House Shelter hosts annual Dash for the Dogs.[edit]

 * http://abc7chicago.com/pets/animal-house-shelter-hosts-annual-dash-for-the-dogs/726272/
 * On May 7th, 2015, The Animal House Shelter held their 5th annual Dash for the Dogs. A 5k run in Barrington, Ill where dogs and owners run together. All fund raised go to the shelter and for the medical care of those animals sheltered there who have extensive medical problems.

Huntley PAWFest celebrates 28,000 adoptions   .[edit]

 * http://www.dailyherald.com/article/20150718/news/150718955/
 * This article details the Animal House Shelters celebration of 28,000 adoptions as of 2015. The celebration coincided with Pawfest, the annual fundraiser Animal House Shelters puts on for the Huntley community. The source of the article is The Daily Herald, a credible resource that is appropriate for our Wikipedia page. The article gives an insightful and informative look into PAWfest, and a glowing recommendation of Animal House Shelter. It shows the Animal House is a growing, successful non-profit that is a vital part of the Huntley Community, making it a worthwhile charity to devote an entire Wikipedia page to. Although a little dated, this source will help us paint a full picture of the services provided by Animal House and all the good works they do in the Huntley area.

Haunted Happenings: Woof-O-Ween[edit]

 * https://prev.dailyherald.com/story/?id=242726
 * The Animal House Shelter hosted a fun filled event in Barrington, Illinois for those to come and bring their dogs and family for some Halloween fun. The event was on October 25th, 2008 from noon to 3 pm.

Golf Tournament Raised 1.5 Million for local charity[edit]

 * http://jamaica-gleaner.com/gleaner/20130215/social/social4.html
 * Ocho Rios and Sans Souci raised money in their annual charity on January 20th 2013 for Three Hills Primary School, Hamilton Mountain Basic School and the Animal House Shelter. Due to this donation the Animal House Shelter is able to keep doors open and bring homes and opportunities for animals in the area.

2012 Easter Events: Animal House Shelter[edit]

 * http://www.dailyherald.com/article/20120406/news/704069795/
 * Pingree Grove has their annual Easter Egg Hunt sponsoring the Animal House Shelter. With no registration fee, those who attended the event were encouraged to bring donations for the shelter. The Animal House Shelter puts up a list of things they are in current need of for those to donate.

FYDO Land: Dog Days of Fun including Animal House Shelter[edit]

 * https://patch.com/illinois/huntley/summer-or-not-it-s-dog-days-every-day-at-fydo-land


 * FYDO Doggy Day Care is keep owners happy and dogs busy. FYDO created a place for owners to bring their dogs and planned many events and activities to keep these energetic dogs tired. Along with activities the doggy day care is selling treats and good for all dogs. The FYDO donated 20% of profits to the Animal House Shelter along with fundraisers to collect food, supplies, and treats to donate as well.

Chicago Fire Star Needs Home For Dog Adopted at Animal House Shelter[edit]

 * https://www.dnainfo.com/chicago/20140326/lincoln-park/chicago-fire-soccer-star-chris-rolfe-seeks-new-home-for-his-dog-nashville


 * Chris Rolfe from the Chicago Fire recued his golden retriever mix from the Animal House Shelter and has posted many photos of him since. Not saying why he needs to find a new home for his dog Nashville, Rolfe intended on finding the perfect fit for the dog he adopted and loves.

Polo for Pets raises money for Animal House Shelter[edit]

 * http://www.dailyherald.com/article/20120812/news/708129859/


 * On August 12, 2012 the second annual Polo for Pets Tailgate Charity Match was hosted by Dave and Cindy Wigdahl, to raise funds for Animal House Shelter. Funds raised help cover medical costs, as many of the pet at Animal House have conditions that require more attention than what is covered by the adoption fee.

The Chicago Automobile Trade Association and Tom Peck For Team Up to Support the Animal House Shelter of Huntley[edit]

 * http://www.chicagotribune.com/chi-ugc-article-the-chicago-automobile-trade-association-and-4-2013-11-18-story.html


 * On November 1, 2013, the Chicago Automobile Trade Association and Tom Peck Ford presented a check for $1,500 to Animal House Shelter. Ford has a long history of financially supporting Animal House Shelter. He has previously donated a car to the shelter to help with transport and rescue.

Heat is on at Animal House Shelter in Huntley thanks to Black Diamond Plumbing[edit]

 * http://www.chicagonow.com/raining-cats-dogs/2014/01/heat-is-on-at-animal-house-shelter-in-huntley-thanks-to-black-diamond-plumbing/


 * On January 4, 2014, Black Diamond Heating and Mechanical donated a new boiler and labor to install a new heating system to Animal House Shelter after their boiler had failed and they did not have the funds for a new one.