Online Vet Tech Application Available March 1 - June 1
The online veterinary medical technology application will be available from March 1 through June 1. The...
Vet Tech Animal Adoption
Add a furry friend to your family! At the end of each semester, we try our hardest to adopt out our dogs and cats to loving homes. See below for adoption policies and procedures, animals available for adoption, and our adoption application and questionnaire.
How to Adopt an Animal
Interested in adopting a pet from our Vet Tech program? Fill out our pet adoption form!
Email Nikki Wilcox at rwilcox@jjc.edu to set up a meet and greet!!
About Our Program
JJC's Veterinary Medical Technology program allows students to gain hands-on experience with real animals from local shelters. Cats and dogs are brought to campus each semester, where they are cared for by students and faculty, until they are adopted out to good homes.
The program is fully accredited by the Committee on Veterinary Technician Education and Activities (CVTEA) of the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA). Upon completion of the VMTP, graduates are eligible to take the Veterinary Technician National Exam (VTNE) for licensure in Illinois.
Learn More About JJC's Vet Tech Program
About Our Animals
Partnering with local animal shelters to provide quality and compassionate veterinary care, JJC students and faculty are dedicated to improving the health and well-being of homeless animals each semester. Prior to finding their "furr-ever" home, at JJC, animals are:
- Spayed/Neutered
- Vaccinated
- De-wormed
- Microchipped
- Administered heartworm/flea & tick prevention
Students and faculty use low-stress handling and basic training techniques along with an enrichment program to make each animal's stay as comfortable as possible. JJC maintains a high standard of animal welfare and veterinary care.
Adoption Policies & Procedures
Thinking about adopting one of our cats or dogs? Depending on which type of animal you choose, our rules are different. Before filling out an adoption form, please review the policies and procedures below.
Cat Policies & Procedures
Dog Policies & Procedures
Sponsor an Animal
JJC's Veterinary Medical Technology program appreciates your support. If you cannot adopt an animal at this time, but would still like to help, you can sponsor one of our animals. Check out our form below.
Animals for Adoption
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Cats
Saint
6M | MALE | Domestic Shorthair
This playful, clever boy hopes to find his forever family soon! During his free time Saint enjoys playing with his kitty friends, snacking, and playing with his toys. Saint is a social guy and loves to make new friends- people and kitties alike! While Saint would love to find a family with other kitty friends, he also wouldn’t mind being the only (spoiled) kitty in the home.
Nick
6 M | MALE | Domestic Longhair
This sweet boy is a quiet, calm, independent soul in search of his perfect family. Although this curious little man can be a bit shy at first, it only takes a few treats to get him out of his shell. Nick loves to nap, snuggle, play with his feather toys, and he enjoys being brushed. He’ll even purr loudly for you when you brush him. Nick is very curious and loves to explore his environment. He would love to find a quiet home where he can flourish, nap, and play.
Frosty
6M | MALE | Domestic Shorthair
This cute little man is a little ball of love who wants nothing more than to snuggle! Frosty enjoys showing affection to anyone who will let him. He also loves exploring the world around him, but in his spare time his hobbies include: playing with his kitty friends, playing with his feather toys, napping, and most of all- eating all the snacks he’s allowed. Frosty is a social boy and would love to find a home with other kitties like him.
Gopher
1 year old | MALE | Domestic Shorthair
This handsome fella is as curious as can be. He loves scritches, napping, and exploring and investigating his surroundings. Gopher enjoys making new kitty friends and playing with whoever will oblige him! His hobbies include: climbing, feather toys, running, napping, and eating snacks. Gopher would love to find a family who will encourage his desire for adventure and play-time.
Bah Humbug
1 Year old | MALE | Domestic Shorthair
This dapper man loves to be the center of attention- and he always is! Bah Humbug has nothing but love to give to every single person he meets. He enjoys being a social butterfly- he has so many people and kitty friends! What a popular boy! Bah Humbug insists on being held as much as possible and loves giving kisses to everyone he can. Bah Humbug’s greatest desire in life is to find his perfect family who will love him as much as he loves them.
RIN
2 year old | MALE | Domestic Shorthair
This quiet, laid-back fellow enjoys the simple things in life. Naps. Snacks. Cuddles. Repeat. Though Rin may be shy at first, he doesn’t take long to warm up to new people- especially when those new people come with treats! This sweet boy loves his naps and quiet time. Rin would love to find a family who enjoys the quiet life just as much as he does.
Milo
1 year old | MALE | Domestic Shorthair
This incredibly sweet boy is handsome- AND HE KNOWS IT. In his spare time, Milo loves hanging around with his kitty friends and playing with his toys. He is very curious and loves to explore the world around him! When he’s not going on his adventures, he loves getting cuddles from his favorite people. After all, he is a social boy.
Mariah
1 year old | Female| Domestic Shorthair
Mariah is what we in the vet med “biz” like to refer to as a “Shoulder Kitty”. Mariah loves being held and enjoys perching on shoulders. While she enjoys playing with her kitty friends, she truly enjoys snuggling with her people the most! It’s impossible not to fall in love with this beautiful little lady!
Note
Please note, we do not do cross-species testing unless requested. Animal behavior information is based on interactions with staff and students. All animals in Joliet Junior College’s care will be spayed or neutered, fully vaccinated, Heartworm or FeLV/FIV tested, administered Flea/Tick and Heartworm prevention monthly, have intestinal parasite testing and treatment, and presurgical/wellness bloodwork run prior to adoption.
It is our policy to make certain that each person who adopts a pet is aware of the responsibilities of pet guardianship and is capable of and willing to accept those responsibilities morally, physically and financially. Not every person who desires to adopt a pet should do so. By completing our adoption form and questionnaire, you will aid us in determining if you and your family are indeed ready for pet guardianship, and if the pet of your interest would suit you and your lifestyle. Should you agree that adopting a pet is a commitment throughout the lifetime of your companion animal, please fill out our adoption application form and questionnaire.
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Dogs
SPOT
3.5 year old | MALE | Pitbull Mix
Do you need a buddy to stare at the world out your front window? Spot is the man for that job!
Spot is curious and fun. He will hoard his toys because no one has taught him to share, but he’s happy to fetch his bone (only once or twice!). He is nervous around people wearing hats, so take your time – and offer him a treat to win him over.
Spot is happy to take a walk with you (give him time to sniff and potty) or snuggle in his bed while you work. We have worked on sit, stay, shake, spin, and place. Spot loves to learn new things!!
Spot doesn’t ask for a lot, just a soft spot, lots of water, and someone to be nice to him.
Spot needs a soft place to call his own and he’s ready to find his home.
Ernie |
2 year old | MALE| Pitbull mix- Vaccinated and neutered
Ernie is a laid-back guy looking for his “forever family”. He’s an affectionate, gentle goof who enjoys snacks, snuggling, and playing with his toys. Ernie is a social butterfly and enjoys making dog friends wherever he goes! When Ernie’s not playing or making friends, he loves sleeping on his bed surrounded by his toys or getting pets from whoever will supply them. He’s the cutest couch potato and loves every person he meets!
Bert
2 year old | MALE | Pitbull Mix
Bert is a young, happy boy who is ready and waiting to give all his love to his new family. He enjoys making new people friends, playing with his dog friends and he loves every toy he sees! Bert’s hobbies include: eating snacks, collecting toys, and going on long walks. He loves exploring and would love to go hiking some day!
LUCY
1 year old | FEMALE | Pitbull Mix
Lucy is a high energy pup. She loves going on walks and sniffing all the things. She is nervous around new things, so give her time – and offer her a treat to win her over.
We think Lucy has some cattle dog in her, so she enjoys herding things. Teach her to use a tug toy to keep from nipping you.
Lucy is quick to learn! She is so smart and wants to learn all the tricks and behaviors. We have worked on sit, stay, shake, place, spin, fetch, and recall. Lucy is really good with her recalls.
She doesn’t eat her food quickly and she takes a treat so gently from your fingers.
Lucy is ready to find her home.
Note
Please note, we do not do cross-species testing unless requested. Animal behavior information is based on interactions with staff and students. All animals in Joliet Junior College’s care will be spayed or neutered, fully vaccinated, Heartworm or FeLV/FIV tested, administered Flea/Tick and Heartworm prevention monthly, have intestinal parasite testing and treatment, and presurgical/wellness bloodwork run prior to adoption.
It is our policy to make certain that each person who adopts a pet is aware of the responsibilities of pet guardianship and is capable of and willing to accept those responsibilities morally, physically and financially. Not every person who desires to adopt a pet should do so. By completing our adoption form and questionnaire, you will aid us in determining if you and your family are indeed ready for pet guardianship, and if the pet of your interest would suit you and your lifestyle. Should you agree that adopting a pet is a commitment throughout the lifetime of your companion animal, please fill out our adoption application form and questionnaire.
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Pictures
To view pictures of our adoptable pets, please visit our JJC Adoption Facebook page: www.facebook.com/jjcadoptions or continue scrolling to see all of their sweet faces!
