Homeward Bound Pet Shelter

In July 2005, Homeward Bound became a division of Macon Resources, Inc. (MRI). It's a great partnership that helps pets and people with disabilities.

The mission of Homeward Bound Pet Shelter is to shelter and rehabilitate relinquished cats, kittens, dogs, and puppies until they can be permanently adopted into loving homes.

We try to maintain a stress-free environment for our cats and dogs while they wait for their new families. Cats are free to roam in their rooms, and dogs have visiting rooms and a fenced outside play area.

All animals are spayed/neutered, kept up-to-date on vaccines, and microchipped. Plus, they’ve been tested for heartworms or feline leukemia/FIV and kept on monthly flea control and heartworm protection.

We're located at 1720 East Huston Drive, Decatur. Our phone number is 217-876-1266.


News

Little Barks Little Meows Gift Shop inside Homeward Bound

January 03, 2012

Shop the Little Barks Little Meows gift shop inside HBPS!  You'll find a variety of collars, leashes, and all-natural treats. Lots of great gifts for your furry friends!Stop by today!  A portion of the proceeds benefit the pets at Homeward Bound Pet Shelter. 

Your dog can glow in the dark with illuminated dog leashes and help the pets at HBPS!

September 27, 2011

The Pup Crawl Lights Up Leash is a 6-ft. leash with embedded LEDs that allow oncoming cars to spot you and your pup up to a 1/4 mile away. They are available in seven bright colors and run on two replaceable batteries.  The BEST PART is that $3 of the reasonable $25 price is donated to Homeward Bound Pet Shelter! You can get yours at the following link: http://www.thepupcrawl.com/index.php/leash?ap_id=homewardbound

Pet of the Week on Cromwell Radio

June 02, 2011

Listen to Scott & Scott in the Morning on TALK 101 FM (100.9 WZUS) "The Talk of Decatur" for Homeward Bound's Pet of the Week.  EVERY THURSDAY between 8:00 and 8:10am. www.talk101decatur.com

Events

Woofstock TV Raffle tickets on sale!

April 18, 2012 - June 16, 2012

Tickets are now on sale for the Woofstock TV Raffle To benefit Homeward Bound Pet Shelter.  RAFFLE TICKETS: $5 each or 5 for $20.

1st prize - Samsung 51" HD-TV (Eco-friendly Energy Star V 5.3 Compliance, Plasma TV, 720p HD Resolution, 600 Hz Subfield Motion, 3D Enabled, 2 HDMI inputs.)

2nd prize—$100

3rd prize—$50

  • Purchase raffle tickets at:Homeward Bound Pet Shelter, 1720 E. Huston Drive, Decatur
  • Macon Resources, 2121 Hubbard Avenue, Decatur
  • Plaza TV & Appliance, 1920 N. Oakland, Decatur
  • Or call 217-875-1910 to purchase by phone

Only 500 tickets will be sold! Drawing will be held at Woofstock 2012 on Saturday, June 16 at 1:00pm at Macon Resources-2121 Hubbard Avenue, Decatur. Need not be present to win. If not present, winners will be contacted by phone. A minimum of 100 tickets shall be sold for prize giveaway. A maximum of 500 will be sold.

Papa Murphy's Pizza Day

May 23, 2012

Papa Murphy's is proud to help Homeward Bound Pet Shelter with their fundraising efforts.  Visit Papa Murphy's, 255 W. Mound Road in Decatur on Wednesday, May 23.  Papa Murphy's will donate 20% of regular priced food purchases to the dogs and cats at Homeward Bound.  Simply mention Homeward Bound at the time of purchase!

Woofstock 2012

June 16, 2012

Join Homeward Bound Pet Shelter for the 7th annual Woofstock on Saturday, June 16 from 9:00am to 2:00pm at Macon Resources - 2121 Hubbard Avenue, Decatur. 

Tons of dog-gone fun for the entire family!  All indoor event!

  • Rescued Paws on Parade - 10:00am**
  • Pooch Parade - 11:00am (Best Dressed, Owner Look-A-Like, Best Trick Contests)
  • Demonstrations by Decatur Obedience Training Club - 9:15, 12:15
  • Vendors - Arts & Crafts and Pet Friendly
  • Food
  • Pizza samples from Papa Murphy's Take N Bake Pizza
  • Fido Fotos by Decatur Camera Club - $20 (New Holiday Backdrop!)
  • Microchipping - $20
  • Meet WAND Storm Center 17's RADAR
  • Goody Bags to the first 300 dogs
  • TV Raffle winner announced at 1:00pm - Purchase your tickets to win a 51" Samsung plasma TV.  Only 500 tickets will be sold. Purchase raffle tickets at Macon Resources, Homeward Bound Pet Shelter, or Plaza TV & Appliance.

**If you are a Shelter Dog or Rescue Dog, we invite you to strut your stuff in the Rescued Paws on Parade at 10:00.  Reserve your spot by emailing: hbpsevents@maconresources.org or call Jenny at 875-1910.

$5 per person; children 12 & under free.  Your precious must be on a leash and up to date on vaccinations.  FREE HOT DOG with paid admission!

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

  • Pete's Memorial Fund
  • Sloan Implement
  • BKD, LLP
  • Gallagher Benefit Services
  • Pawsitively Pets Animal Hospital
  • Striglos
  • Brush College Animal Hospital
  • Northgate Pet Clinic
  • JL Hubbard Insurance & Bonds
  • Pet Sitter Services of Decatur
  • Rogards Office Plus
  • Jerry Logan Salon
  • ADM Alliance Nutrition
  • Bourbon Barrel Bar & Grill
  • Cromwell Radio Group
  • Papa Murphy's Take N Bake Pizza
  • Herald & Review
  • Wood Printing

Official Woofstock t-shirts and dog bandanas will be available soon!

Get Pampered for Pets

June 19, 2012

Studio 7 Salon & Day Spa will be hosting a fundraiser for Homeward Bound Pet Shelter.  It's an evening of fun and pampering.  Tuesday, June 19 from 5:30-8:00pm at Studio 7, 160 E. Main, Suite 201 in downtown Decatur.

Services offered will include eyebrow waxing, mini mani/pedis, full mani/pedis, shampoos/styling, facials, haircuts, body treatments, makeovers, airbrush makeup, eyelash application, glitter tattoos, and sunless spray tans.  All services will be at discount prices which benefits Homeward Bound Pet Shelter. 

To make an appointment, call Studio 7 at 233-1597. 

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Hours

Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday: 11am to 4pm

Thursday: 11am to 5:30pm

We are closed to the public on Sunday, Monday, and major holidays. Hours are subject to change without notice.

The animals look forward to seeing you!

Contact Us

Homeward Bound Pet Shelter
1720 East Huston Dr.
Decatur, IL 62526
217-876-1266
E-mail: homewardboundpetshelter02@yahoo.com

Directions: From Rt. 51 (North or South 51), turn East on Pershing Road (Rt. 48/121). Turn North onto Kandy Lane. Homeward Bound is on the right hand side just as the road curves.

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