Andrew, a three‑year‑old male dog with a striking black‑and‑white coat, has been highlighted as Kenosha.com’s Pet of the Week. He currently resides at the Wisconsin Humane Society (WHS) Kenosha Campus and is ready for adoption by a family that can give him the one‑on‑one attention he craves.
Why Andrew Needs a Single‑Pet Home
Andrew weighs about 75 pounds and can be shy when meeting new people. However, once he feels comfortable, he quickly warms up and loves to play. Because of his shy nature, WHS recommends that he be placed in a home without other cats or dogs, allowing him to become the sole companion and receive the focused care he needs.
Health and Safety Checks Completed
All dogs at the Wisconsin Humane Society are neutered, vaccinated and microchipped before they leave the shelter, and Andrew is no exception. These steps ensure that his new family will receive a healthy, well‑prepared pet.
Benchwarmer Status and Foster‑to‑Adopt Program
Andrew is listed as a “benchwarmer,” a label WHS uses for dogs that have been at the shelter longer than the average stay. Benchwarmer dogs are eligible for the organization’s Foster‑to‑Adopt program, called Benchwarmer Tryouts. Through this program, an approved foster family can take a benchwarmer home for up to seven days to see how the fit works.
The process begins with an online foster application that indicates interest in Benchwarmer Tryouts. Once the foster team approves the applicant, the family can stop by the Kenosha Campus during adoption hours, meet the available benchwarmers, and take a dog home the same day. If the match is successful, the adoption can be completed online from home. If the match does not work out, the dog returns to the shelter and is prepared for another tryout.
How to Visit the Kenosha Campus
The WHS Kenosha Campus is located at 7811 60th Ave. in Kenosha, Wisconsin. Adoption hours are 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday; the shelter is closed on Thursday and Sunday. The phone number for inquiries is 262‑694‑4047.
Because shelter listings change daily, prospective adopters should verify that Andrew is still available by checking the current list of animals on the WHS website or by calling ahead.
About Wisconsin Humane Society
Founded in 1879, the Wisconsin Humane Society has been saving the lives of animals in need for more than 140 years. WHS is an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that operates animal shelters in Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Racine, Kenosha, Door, and Brown Counties, as well as a spay/neuter clinic in West Allis.
For families seeking a loyal companion who will thrive as the sole pet in the household, Andrew offers a wonderful opportunity. If you believe you can provide a stable, loving environment for him, consider visiting the Kenosha Campus or starting a Foster‑to‑Adopt application today.
Original reporting: Kenosha.com — read the source article.
