Meet Bates — Friends of SCAC Dog of the Week

Handsome three-year-old pup available for foster and adoption

Published on Feb. 23, 2026

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Bates, a three-year-old dog, was brought to the Sangamon County Animal Control and Adoption Center in December as a stray. He is described as a happy and friendly pup who loves spending time outdoors and playing. The shelter is now looking to find Bates a forever home through foster or adoption.

Why it matters

The Friends of Sangamon County Animal Control organization highlights adoptable pets each week to help connect them with loving families in the local community. Promoting the adoption of rescue animals helps reduce overcrowding at shelters and gives deserving pets a second chance.

The details

Bates came to the Sangamon County Animal Control and Adoption Center in December as a stray. The three-year-old dog is described as having a big, friendly smile and loving to spend time outside. The shelter says Bates is a happy and playful pup who just wants to have a good time.

  • Bates arrived at the shelter in December 2025.

The players

Sangamon County Animal Control and Adoption Center

The local animal shelter in Springfield, Illinois that is caring for Bates and helping to find him a forever home.

Friends of Sangamon County Animal Control

A community organization that partners with the local animal shelter to promote the adoption of rescue pets in the area.

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The takeaway

Bates is an affectionate and energetic dog who is eager to find a loving family to call his own. By promoting the adoption of rescue animals like Bates, the local animal shelter and community organization are helping to give deserving pets a second chance at finding their forever homes.