clear the shelters

Nationwide there is a serious shortage of veterinarians and vet techs. In today’s Clear the Shelters report, we introduce you to a veterinarian who has made it his mission to introduce young people to a potential career in veterinarian medicine…..by offering scholarships to vet camp this summer. Here’s LeeAnn Trotter.

Ever wonder what it takes to train an animal to act on stage? Annie The musical is in town, and in today’s Clear the Shelters report, we meet the dog actor and talk to her trainers. Plus we introduce you to a big dog who is looking for a home. Here’s LeeAnn Trotter

The Anti-Cruelty Society just celebrated 124 years of service.  In today’s Clear the Shelters report, NBC5’s LeeAnn Trotter looks back at the organizations’ history, and what’s in store for the near future. 

Have you ever wondered what your pet is thinking or feeling? Well, there are plenty of animal communicators out there who help pet owners shed new light on their animal’s personality. The Anti-Cruelty Society is working with one, and NBC5’s LeeAnn Trotter sat in on a session.

In Clear the Shelters, an adopter opens up about his cat who become famous for overcoming adversity. Now, he hopes the story will help others cope with letting go of their best friends. Here’s LeeAnn Trotter with more.

It’s never easy to say goodbye to your pet. But when you do, it’s important to know about available resources. One adopter shares her end of life experience, and a therapist explains how a pet loss support group can help. Here’s LeeAnn Trotter.

NBC5’s Lee Ann Trotter sits down with Dr. Mark Primiano, one of the veterinarians on staff at The Anti Cruelty Society, to talk about the importance of spaying and neutering your pet.   Afterwards, meet two adorable kittens that need a home. 

Animal Care League in Oak Park hopes to expand their reach by expanding their shelter! They hope to finish Phase 2 of construction by the end of the year. Meanwhile, adoptions are still underway. NBC5’s LeeAnn Trotter reports.

The Animal Care League of suburban Oak Park is in phase two of a major capital campaign, aiming to help more homeless animals find their forever homes than ever before.

The Animal Care League of suburban Oak Park is in phase two of a major capital campaign, aiming to help more homeless animals find their forever homes than ever before. LeeAnn Trotter has the story.

Some folks love dogs, while others consider themselves cat people – and they wouldn’t have it any other way. But sometimes, people do change their mind. NBC 5’s LeeAnn Trotter has the story of two “dog people” who found a feline friend.

Animals in shelters may need to come home to a loving environment to truly open up, as one adopter found out with her beloved new dog. NBC 5’s LeeAnn Trotter shares her story.

Today we meet an adopter who created a business inspired by a dog she adopted from the Anti Cruelty Society. And….in honor of Valentines day….a couple of ideas to celebrate your love of animals.  Here’s LeeAnn Trotter. 

In today’s Clear the Shelters, LeeAnn Trotter introduces us to an incredible organization that saved a golden retriever and her 14 puppies!

While the puppies will take center stage at next weekend’s Puppy Bowl, those who have adopted the precocious pooches are sharing their stories with NBC 5’s LeeAnn Trotter.

A local shelter will be featured in this year’s Puppy Bowl, and LeeAnn Trotter has more on the impact the appearance could have for some lucky animals.

When it comes to a pet’s size, how big is too big? In Clear the Shelters, NBC 5’s LeeAnn Trotter takes a look at how one pet parent is managing his overweight cat.

Recently adopt a pet who doesn’t get along with its new siblings? In Clear the Shelters, NBC 5’s LeeAnn Trotter has some advice to make things a little easier in your home.

What happens when a pet doesn’t get along with other dogs? NBC 5’s LeeAnn Trotter gets advice for a first-time adopter.

A Tennessee animal center stepped in to help bring the dog back to her family.